About this episode
In this week's episode, we feature Chef Shani Patterson, a seasoned private chef with over 15 years of culinary expertise. Specializing in crafting delectable, tailored dishes for diverse dietary needs such as gluten-free, Zone, Glatt Kosher, vegan, and paleo, Chef Shani's skills extend to freelance food styling, including live TV segments for networks like CBS and Fox. From childhood cooking adventures with her father to hosting high school dinner parties, Shani's culinary journey led her to fine dining, retreats, and even collaborating with Patti LaBelle. Currently a NYC private chef, Shani champions wellness initiatives, focusing on food insecurity and supporting the nutritional health of black and brown communities. Don't miss her captivating journey and insights into in the field of nutrition-focused private cheffing.Listen to this brand new episode of The Private Chef Podcast on:Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-conscious-cooking-with-private-chef-shani/id1648363134?i=1000643497757Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6cRdlXgO41Obs5FCrNzS8rYoutube - https://youtu.be/qkLpWVnhA2ESeeking a mentor to navigate the private service industry?Email me at hannes@privatechef.ccJoin our growing community of chefs and get your FREE e-book HERE https://www.privatechef.cc/joinusLet's stay connected to get the latest updates, tips, learning resources, and job opportunities:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannes-hennche/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hanneshennche/Twitter https://twitter.com/JHenncheFacebook https://www.facebook.com/privatechefccYoutube https://www.youtube.com/@hanneshennche Connect with Chef Shani PattersonLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shani-patterson-07658614a/Time Stamps00:01:07 - Early Cooking Experiences00:02:17 - Transitioning to a Professional Chef00:04:01 - Specializing in Health-Conscious Cooking00:06:09 - Working in Dietary and Kosher Food Services00:07:13 - Aspiring to be a Private Chef00:17:20 - Helping Clients and Family Members with Health and Diet00:18:23 - Role of Diet in Health and Medication Reduction00:27:0