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Chef Shanel & Company LLC is a Washington DC based Chef service that specializes in customized culinary experiences. We offer cooking classes for kids and adults, cooking demonstrations for after school programs, as well as Private Chef dinners that bring restaurant quality meals into the comfort of your home. Whether you're having a Dinner Party, Girl's Night, Office Luncheon, Baby Shower, or Repass, we can take care of all of your culinary needs. We offer personalized menus, both savory & sweet dishes, and event staff.
Shanel Howard is a Private Chef and Culinary Arts Teacher in Washington DC who specializes in boutique catering and personalized culinary experiences. Her passion is creating custom client menus and creating delicious nourishing meals using high quality ingredients. She began working in the foodservice industry at the tender age of 16 and has been in the field since. A native of Buffalo NY, Shanel relocated to Alexandria VA after obtaining degrees in Culinary Arts and Food Service Management from Johnson and Wales University campus in Norfolk.
Over the past decade she has worked as a private chef, four of those years have been spent in the classroom educating high school students on the art of food preparation, cooking, and presentation of food, and food safety. Shanel’s love of food began while working as a cashier at Tops grocery store in her hometown Buffalo NY. There she learned about many different foods and their uses.
Shanel’s Private Chef career began while she was a stay-at-home mom in St Joseph Michigan. While living in the Midwest, Shanel taught cooking classes at Martin's Supermarkets School of cooking where she developed menus and recipes using local seasonal ingredients. Since her return to DC Shanel has facilitated countless cooking and mixology demonstrations for community organizations and apartment communities throughout the region.
In 2022 Shanel made her TV debut on the premiere episode of TBS Rat in the Kitchen where she wowed Chef Ludo with her family's pound cake recipe. Shanel continues to be inspired by the power of food to connect people and create lasting memories. When not teaching or cooking for client events she enjoys spending time with her sons Dwight and Cannon and exploring the DMV.
At Chef Shanel & Company LLC, we believe that food is not just something that fills your stomach but also something that nourishes your soul. That's why we put our heart and soul into every dish we make.
Indulge in a multi-course meal crafted by Chef Shanel, tailored to your choice of venue. Ideal for a romantic evening or special occasion
Streamline your event planning process! Ideal for intimate gatherings, Chef Shanel & Co offers custom meal delivery for groups ranging from 10 to 25 people.
Experience hands-on cooking in the comfort of your home kitchen with options for virtual or in-person participation (2-15 participants).
Chef demos give attendees the opportunity to try new foods and learn different cooking techniques. Demos can range from 45 to 120 minutes and are perfect for community gatherings and networking events.
Embark on a flavorful journey with Chef Shanel & Co. Select from a variety of culinary lessons or challenges, including Mystery baskets, Dessert creation, Chili cook-offs, or DIY Spice blending. Each interactive class is crafted to enrich both minds and hearts—perfect for corporate team-building events.
I am a graduate of Johnson & Wales University currently teaching High School Culinary Arts in Washington DC. I approach cooking with an emphasis on simplicity! When not in my kitchen, I'm spending time with my sons. My favorite food is anything shared with friends!
Food has a special ability to bring people together. I often find this in my own life, and I hope you will find that this online community feels just as welcoming as a real kitchen. For me, cooking together builds the best communities! Let's get cooking together!
I have been cooking for a long time, but that doesn't mean that you need a ton of cooking experience to join my classes. I work to make my recipes interesting for advanced cooks and still accessible for beginners. If you ever have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask by sending a message or posting a comment.
You don't need to be a professional to create delicious, healthy meals. Join one of my Virtual Cooking Classes to learn or build on new skills
Chef Shanel & Co LLC can help make your event less stressful so you can enjoy your celebration. Inquire about our Private Chef services!
Perfect for team building and company events. Ask about meals everyone at the table will love!
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