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Vanessa Cantave
About
Vanessa Cantave, a passionate chef and entertaining expert, found her culinary calling after leaving a successful career in advertising and graduating from the French Culinary Institute. Born to Haitian parents in New York City, Vanessa's childhood was influenced by her mother's fascination with the abundance of food in American supermarkets and her father's love for budget-friendly dining. Vanessa's culinary journey began with a childhood attempt at making meatloaf, sparking a lifelong love for cooking and entertaining.
Despite initially studying political science at James Madison University, Vanessa's passion for food remained constant, leading her to eventually pursue her culinary dreams in New York City. Vanessa's diverse culinary experiences, from her family's kitchen to her time at culinary school, shaped her approach as a private chef and caterer. With a focus on the finer details, she creates unique and memorable dining experiences, emphasizing that "Love is in the details." Sixteen years into her culinary journey, Vanessa continues to thrive in the world of food, reflecting on her decision to become a chef as the best and most rewarding choice of her life.
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Meals by Vanessa Cantave are prepared fresh in small batches in local kitchens across the country.
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Vanessa Cantave
Vanessa Cantave
Vanessa Cantave
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Vanessa Cantave’s meal reviews
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Based on 14542 reviews
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Lemon Curd Tart Jar
Everything was delicious!
Patricia Kimura · 04/15/26
Lemon Curd Tart Jar
😍much love! Great taste! We almost fight over the last Jar 😋 of course, bigger is always better! 😇
Dianna Dalley · 04/15/26
Garlic Shrimp & Roasted Tomatoes
This was quite good just nothing stood out to me
Liz B · 04/15/26
Haitian Roasted Pork Griot
There was so much provided in this meal and everything was on point - so flavorful and nicely complemented each other. Even just the rice alone was a revelation
Liz B · 04/15/26
Haitian Roasted Pork Bao Buns
The rice beans and pork were delicious. The bao was very dry even reheating it in microwave. Much better without it
Jacob Macmichael · 04/15/26
Brown Butter Pasta with Parsnip Cream
This was very bland. Also I thought it had chicken? It was basically just pasta and corn. Needed way more cheese or sauce for flavor. Or more veggies if not chicken. Very disappointed
Jacob Macmichael · 04/15/26
Haitian Roasted Pork Griot
The taste was very good but there was more creamed spinach than rice. Maybe work on proportions for the next time. Pork was really good.
Tamika Francis · 04/15/26
Lemon Curd Tart Jar
Algo artificial el sabor
Mabel Torres · 04/15/26