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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.
How it works
Small batch meals crafted by top culinary talent. Delivered to your door each week.
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Every meal comes with Chef heating instructions. Set the table, plate your meal, and savor the experience.
Repeat
Choose something new every week or stick with your staples. We'll be in the kitchen cooking up your next mouth-watering meal.
Vanessa Cantave’s meal reviews
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4.4
Based on 10036 reviews
Roasted Italian Chicken
The chicken wasn’t bad, but the Brussels sprouts and fingerling potatoes had no seasoning whatsoever. Very bland.
Sherri McConaghy · 09/08/25
Haitian Vegetable Stew (Legume)
Excellent. Very flavorful.
Alfreda Wilson · 09/08/25
Roasted Italian Chicken
The chicken was soooooo dry it was practically inedible. in fact i only ate half. The veggies were good though
Sorah Broder · 09/08/25
Braised Short Rib Breakfast Hash
The egg looked weird over cooked to easy taste like nothing and the texture was gritty
Owen Seals · 09/07/25
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Lemon Curd Tart Jar
Please bring this back, it’s my favorite dessert!
Sarah Taveras · 09/07/25
Lemon Curd Tart Jar
I liked this! I’d get it again. Very nice dessert. Can be eaten like a cake (scooping down) or mixing everything together! Still great either way
Genava . · 09/07/25
Haitian Vegetable Stew (Legume)
Good balance of rice and veg now
Valerie Connaughton · 09/07/25
Roasted Italian Chicken
Healthy but the chicken seemed a little dry. Maybe it was the microwave!
Elizabeth Heintzleman · 09/06/25
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