Wow, Alisa is a superstar! I had an odd request: I needed her help cooking two recipes I could take on-air for a Fox5 news segment. Not only did she immediately understand my needs, she offered ways to make the dishes visually beautiful to give the best presentation on television. She graciously waited with me when my setup time was delayed and she stayed to ensure the dishes were prepared and presented beautifully. I also got to chat with her during this wait and enjoyed every minute of it. Alisa is a wonderful chef who brings so much more to the table than you expect!
Alisa Kogan
- 14 hires
- Based in New York, NY
- 11 years in business
- 5 employees
- Background checked
About Alisa Kogan
For almost a decade, I have been delighting clients my unique combination of health supportive cooking and the most coveted Michelin training. After receiving my holistic health coaching and culinary management diplomas, I attended The Natural Gourmet Institute to solidify my knowledge of cooking with optimal nutrition in mind as I believe, special occasion or not, this is how we should be eating daily. In order to be as well-rounded of a chef as possible and understanding that few other health supportive or vegan chefs are Michelin trained, I chose to complete my culinary internship at Restaurant Daniel. Upon completing the three month internship, the executive chef offered me a full time position. The challenge and also opportunity of a lifetime, I accepted and worked full time for a year at Restaurant Daniel. After leaving Daniel with a newfound love of technique and a Michelin training that gave me the discipline of the most seasoned chefs in the city, I started my own meal delivery service. I deliver custom tailored meals based on clients’ individual preferences and health and wellness goals. I work with everyone from busy high net worth clients who want energy promoting meals daily to cancer patients and weight loss clients. My extensive background in nutrition and holistic health pair uniquely with the rigorous French training I received, leaving clients with a healthy meal that tastes nothing short of indulgent. Piggy backing off my time spent working with Daniel’s catering company, I have assembled a team of former Michelin restaurant cooks and staff over the years providing the best highest caliber of service for all catering needs. Other individual services such as in home cooking, meal gifts, travel meals, the opportunities are endless.
Reviews
Really professional and well executed. The food was tremendous
She’s absolutely amazing and somehow pulled off the perfect menu in less than 24 hours. Everything was fantastic!
Alisa did a FANTASTIC job with our cocktail party at our home. The food was delicious, she was beyond responsive, and it was reasonably priced. I was a little nervous about hiring a random caterer from a website for an important event but I was not disappointed and will absolutely use Pumpkin and Me again! Thanks so much Alisa! Oh, and she was beyond sweet with my 10 and 13 year old daughters, even let them help out in the kitchen! HIGHLY recommend.
All around very satisfied. Offered a discount when arrived later than planned to the event. Would hire again
I thought Pumpkin & Me was terrific! Alisa is an excellent chef and she pays close attention to detail. She worked diligently in the weeks prior to the event to make sure the food menu was to my liking. All her food is fresh and gourmet. Her staff is professional and works well together-- the party (with over 50 people) was a real success thanks to the whole team. I was able to relax and enjoy my party because Alisa and her team know how to run the show. I look forward to hiring Pumpkin & Me again in the future--my guests are still talking about how good (and creative) the food was!
Alisa has a very nice manner, and she took great care to make sure that the food she prepared was healthful, tasty and nutritious and that met my medical requirements.
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Alisa Kogan★ 4.9
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