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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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4.4
Based on 14523 reviews
Garlic Shrimp & Roasted Tomatoes
I just wasn’t crazy about this dish
Wendy Nichols · 04/14/26
Haitian Vegetable Stew (Legume)
Delish tho sometimes too much stew not enuf rice for my preference but always delish
Scott North · 04/14/26
Haitian Roasted Pork Bao Buns
Excellent dinner.
Carol Cooper · 04/14/26
Brown Butter Pasta with Parsnip Cream
Yummy
Melanie Selmon · 04/14/26
Braised Short Rib Breakfast Hash
Great Meal
ADRIAN LEE · 04/14/26
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Egg White & Turkey Sausage Sandwich
The egg white bite lacked seasoning. The turkey sausage was overpowering.
Marie-France Perrel · 04/14/26
Garlic Shrimp & Roasted Tomatoes
Delicious comfort food.
Clifford Green · 04/14/26
Haitian Vegetable Stew (Legume)
This is my first repeat meal so far. It's my favorite meal hands down. So I ordered it again, and I was thinking let's see if it was just a fluke, maybe I was very hungry that night the first time, let's see if it's really still my favorite. And boy is it. It's just as good this time. So yummy! Every bite is just perfect. And the plantains is what puts it over the top for me. So delicious and filling. Really my perfect dinner. I'm sad it's missing from the menu next 2 weeks, but then it's back the week after so I'll be getting it again then for sure
Joseph Rubin · 04/14/26