Focusing on fresh local ingredients
earning James Beard nominations, 24/25 best chef south
Chef in New Orleans
Provided at your home
Brunch
$114 NZD $114 NZD, per guest
Beautiful laid-back menu for brunch from old-fashioned pancakes to American breakfast ( eggs , home potatoes, applewood bacon) , breakfast tacos, homemade yogurt with fresh fruit and local artesian, pastries, single origin coffee.
Louisiana boil
$174 NZD $174 NZD, per guest
I create local seasonal boils with what’s available in the market locally source with fresh ingredients. I come to your location set up with my crew from the star to the finish your part of the experience.
Family style meal
$209 NZD $209 NZD, per guest
A 4-course family style supper with large format dishes using local and seasonal ingredients.
Cooking class
$261 NZD $261 NZD, per guest
Very simple before you learn to create one of the most iconic dishes of Louisiana from the shrimp and grits to crawfish egg Benedict
Season table
$279 NZD $279 NZD, per guest
A 4-course menu featuring the best local and seasonal ingredients, with local and international twists.
Chef table
$627 NZD $627 NZD, per guest
A 8 course tasting menu featuring the finest ingredients and dishes from around the world.
You can message Melissa to customise or make changes.
My qualifications
22 years of experience
Executive chef and owner of Alma Cafe
Career highlight
earning James Beard nominations, and focusing on fresh, local ingredients inspired
Education and training
Focus on form to table chef menu driven
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My specialties
I’ll come to you
I travel to guests in Ponchatoula, Lacombe, Carlisle and New Orleans. To book in a different location, you can message me.
Things to know
Guest requirements
Guests ages 18 and up can attend.
Accessibility
Message your host for details. Learn more
Cancellation policy
Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.
$174 NZD From $174 NZD, per guest
Free cancellation
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