Mana Kitchen with Chef Julie
Leading with love, nurturing mind & body, Mana Kitchens approach to food is honest, bold, open-minded and respectful.
Mana... The connection between our souls , and the universe, stars, earth, sea, clouds, animals, plant life. Life force and energy that connects us ALL.
Services
Private Dinner Parties
Dinner Parties to Celebration meals. Mana Kitchen loves to cook for small groups dinning and celebrating life milestones together. Chef Julie would love to customize a menu for you and your guests to enjoy. Organically sourced to insure the best quality experience is provided. Take the worry and stress away so you can relax and make memories with your guests.
Meal Planning and Delivery
Beautiful handmade meal. Mana Kitchen offers meal planning services personilized for your family and personal needs.
Personal Chef
Looking for a way to make your busy life less stressful? In home personal chef service for busy couples and families. Book a consultation with Chef Julie and let Mana Kitchen help you. Here’s how it works, Chef Julie will meet with you to discuss your needs. Menus will be planned and approved. Shopping, prep, cooking and clean up, all in the comfort your home.
Cooking classes
I love to share my passion for food. Let Mana kitchen lead a tailor made class for individuals or small groups. Whether it be learning to make fresh pasta, soups, pies, or creating a beautiful charcuterie board, I can give you the skills and confidence to re-create in your home. Endless opportunities await you.
Social Gathering
Mana Kitchen loves to gather people. Birthdays, Baby showers, engagements, house warmings, business meetings, you name it we can accommodate. Chef Julie has vast catering menus and service styles to make your gathering one to remember.
Questions?
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About Me
I was born and raise in a beautiful Minnesota river town, Stillwater. Feeling young and free I decided to move. In 1994 I moved to California. Inspired by Southern California’s bountiful markets, seafood and diverse cuisines, I began to experiment more in the kitchen. I started cooking, baking and sharing with friends and neighbors. It was the beginning of my never ending culinary curiosity. In 2006 my passion landed me a position at The Wild Thyme Company, San Diego’s voted Best Caterer. During this time, I won a scholarship with Chefs Celebration to study at the Culinary Institute of America in Napa, CA. This scholarship allowed me to cultivate my culinary experience further. As Chef de Cuisine I was able to achieve professional and personal goals. Partnering with San Diego’s finest Chefs, I was able to work with Berry Good Food, and Meals on Wheels. Indebted for all the foodie adventures. Craving the one on one connection with clients, I began forging my own journey as a private chef in 2019 and Mana Kitchen was born. Mana Kitchen is inspired by family, traditions, local farmers, ethically sourced producers, sustainability, educators, children, nourishment, our oceans , the land, and lakes. Mana Kitchen is not just food. It is a way of life. Mana is life force in all things. Let’s share a meal, talk story, and build a healthier stronger community.
Julie Weiss
