Zacki is the epitome of "Hostess with Mostess!" She is an absolute delight and so are her arrangements. Zacki is experienced and has prepared and arranged food for all kinds of events. Absolutely book her for your next dinner or cocktail party~
Jessica Alfreds
I was invited to a private surprise dinner for my best friend's 40th birthday. Chef Zacki was our personal chef for the evening. I was a professional chef for 20 years, but I had never been a guest at an event with a private chef so I was psyched!I had just returned from Paris a month before, so I was excited to hear that the main course that evening would be the classic beef bourguignon. I was hoping the meal would be good but I certainly didn't expect it to compare to the food in France...To my surprise, not only was every course excellent, but the beef bourguignon was FAR SUPERIOR to the one I had just a few weeks early in Montmartre, France (at a restaurant best known for their bourguignon!) It was flavorful and tender, and the accompanying vegetables were perfectly cooked. The other 3 courses were also delicious and as a bonus Chef Zacki is a lovely person! The night was perfect and I absolutely recommend Chef Zacki for any culinary event!
David Burks
Chef Zacki was a pleasure and a real treat! The food and the service was beyond what I imagined! We decided to make my wife’s 40th birthday dinner a 1920’s dinner ball. We had the library for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and the dinning room for a formal dinner. Chef and service took care of both rooms making sure all guest had plenty of food and drink. All while ensuring all details from napkins placement, centerpiece and other decorations we placed in just the most perfect way.And the food, oh my!! It was deliciously perfect…and filling! Each course better and better ending with a dessert that was divine!Chef Zacki helped transform my home into a 1920s memory that will be pleasantly thought upon for many years to come.Thank you chef!!
Melody Dickerson
A friend gifted us Dinner at Home by Chef Zacki and it was such a wonderful experience!!! The food was amazing, the chefs were very friendly, and everything was left super clean and tidy. We ate Spanish Tapas - all the food was so beautifully presented and tasty. Five courses later... we couldn't have been happier.
Melody S.
Chef Zacki was WONDERFUL. A friend surprised us with Dinner for Two cooked at our house and it could not have been better. I loved finding out that she has such a professional and huge catering/restaurant background, because she treated our little dinner for two with as much care as I imagine she would give a bigger job.
Sean Cantwell
We had Chef Zacki’s team to our home for a casual dinner in with friends. THEY nailed it. The preparation, attention to detail and end product really allowed us to relax and enjoy the time with our guests. You can tell very quickly the vast knowledge and experience they bring to the evening. Definitely looking for another date to get on the calendar soon, World Class Evening!!
Erin H.
We welcomed Chef Zacki and Francesca into our home to surprise my husband for Father's Day, and this was our first experience with a private chef. The initial process was very easy, and Chef Zacki was accessible and communicated quickly and effectively. She had great ideas if I wasn't sure what I wanted, and her range of cooking knowledge and experience provided me with many options. We had such a great time, and were thrilled with the experience! Chef Zacki and Francesca are professional, courteous, easy to be around, and the food was incredible! I felt very comfortable leaving them to it in my kitchen, and we thoroughly enjoyed being catered to! I will definitely be inviting her back for another event and would highly recommend her to friends and family!
Daniel Turner
Chef Zacki and Francesca were amazing and so was the dinner they prepared for my wife and I 5th year anniversary. Probably the best Italian dishes I have ever had. Will absolutely be recommending and using again.
Nathan Hockett
I hired Zacki to come prepare a private birthday dinner for my wife and me. Her team made a delicious four course meal and left the kitchen spotless. I would recommend her for your next catering event or private chef services.
John H.
Zacki is a gem! She's a local who made her way around the world as a Ford model and actress. She learned to cook from some of the best in the business, including time spent working with Martha Stewart as a food stylist and as a student of Jonathan Waxman. Heck, she even opened the first ever NC BBQ joint in NYC. She's got a LOT of great stories! Now she spends most of her time doing what she calls "Cook in Your Nook" where she comes to your home and cooks for your special occasion. She can either cook for you while you just enjoy the show and great stories or you can jump in and lend a hand. I can tell ya, the food she prepares is really tasty... and she has a great repertoire of world cuisines that she loves to share.If you've got an upcoming birthday party or anniversary celebration or you're just having a bunch of friends over for food and drinks... Zacki would be a great choice when you need something special to serve up.Here is her email address: [email protected].…
She makes cooking classes pleasant and organised around what you want to learn and improve upon. Would highly recommend!
Steph KG
Had a last minute catering opportunity for a client in Durham! Zacki was quick to respond to the request and everything turned out beautifully!
Louis Sutton
She makes cooking classes pleasant and organised around what you want to learn and improve upon. Would highly recommend!
Linda Land
About a month ago, Chef Zacki catered a dinner at my home. The food and presentation were fabulous. I am still thinking about how delicious everything was! We also enjoyed talking with Zacki and her assistant, Gigi. I highly recommend her for catering your event!
Lizzy L.
ZACKI'S Culinary Creations catered one of our team dinners while in NC. Her attention to detail with dietary restrictions and athlete needs was welcoming! Our team especially enjoyed her Pineapple Upside Down Cake!!!
Zacki is the epitome of "Hostess with Mostess!" She is an absolute delight and so are her arrangements. Zacki is experienced and has prepared and arranged food for all kinds of events. Absolutely book her for your next dinner or cocktail party~
I was invited to a private surprise dinner for my best friend's 40th birthday. Chef Zacki was our personal chef for the evening. I was a professional chef for 20 years, but I had never been a guest at an event with a private chef so I was psyched!I had just returned from Paris a month before, so I was excited to hear that the main course that evening would be the classic beef bourguignon. I was hoping the meal would be good but I certainly didn't expect it to compare to the food in France...To my surprise, not only was every course excellent, but the beef bourguignon was FAR SUPERIOR to the one I had just a few weeks early in Montmartre, France (at a restaurant best known for their bourguignon!) It was flavorful and tender, and the accompanying vegetables were perfectly cooked. The other 3 courses were also delicious and as a bonus Chef Zacki is a lovely person! The night was perfect and I absolutely recommend Chef Zacki for any culinary event!
Chef Zacki was a pleasure and a real treat! The food and the service was beyond what I imagined! We decided to make my wife’s 40th birthday dinner a 1920’s dinner ball. We had the library for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and the dinning room for a formal dinner. Chef and service took care of both rooms making sure all guest had plenty of food and drink. All while ensuring all details from napkins placement, centerpiece and other decorations we placed in just the most perfect way.And the food, oh my!! It was deliciously perfect…and filling! Each course better and better ending with a dessert that was divine!Chef Zacki helped transform my home into a 1920s memory that will be pleasantly thought upon for many years to come.Thank you chef!!
A friend gifted us Dinner at Home by Chef Zacki and it was such a wonderful experience!!! The food was amazing, the chefs were very friendly, and everything was left super clean and tidy. We ate Spanish Tapas - all the food was so beautifully presented and tasty. Five courses later... we couldn't have been happier.
Chef Zacki was WONDERFUL. A friend surprised us with Dinner for Two cooked at our house and it could not have been better. I loved finding out that she has such a professional and huge catering/restaurant background, because she treated our little dinner for two with as much care as I imagine she would give a bigger job.
We had Chef Zacki’s team to our home for a casual dinner in with friends. THEY nailed it. The preparation, attention to detail and end product really allowed us to relax and enjoy the time with our guests. You can tell very quickly the vast knowledge and experience they bring to the evening. Definitely looking for another date to get on the calendar soon, World Class Evening!!
We welcomed Chef Zacki and Francesca into our home to surprise my husband for Father's Day, and this was our first experience with a private chef. The initial process was very easy, and Chef Zacki was accessible and communicated quickly and effectively. She had great ideas if I wasn't sure what I wanted, and her range of cooking knowledge and experience provided me with many options. We had such a great time, and were thrilled with the experience! Chef Zacki and Francesca are professional, courteous, easy to be around, and the food was incredible! I felt very comfortable leaving them to it in my kitchen, and we thoroughly enjoyed being catered to! I will definitely be inviting her back for another event and would highly recommend her to friends and family!
Chef Zacki and Francesca were amazing and so was the dinner they prepared for my wife and I 5th year anniversary. Probably the best Italian dishes I have ever had. Will absolutely be recommending and using again.
I hired Zacki to come prepare a private birthday dinner for my wife and me. Her team made a delicious four course meal and left the kitchen spotless. I would recommend her for your next catering event or private chef services.
Zacki is a gem! She's a local who made her way around the world as a Ford model and actress. She learned to cook from some of the best in the business, including time spent working with Martha Stewart as a food stylist and as a student of Jonathan Waxman. Heck, she even opened the first ever NC BBQ joint in NYC. She's got a LOT of great stories! Now she spends most of her time doing what she calls "Cook in Your Nook" where she comes to your home and cooks for your special occasion. She can either cook for you while you just enjoy the show and great stories or you can jump in and lend a hand. I can tell ya, the food she prepares is really tasty... and she has a great repertoire of world cuisines that she loves to share.If you've got an upcoming birthday party or anniversary celebration or you're just having a bunch of friends over for food and drinks... Zacki would be a great choice when you need something special to serve up.Here is her email address: [email protected].…
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She makes cooking classes pleasant and organised around what you want to learn and improve upon. Would highly recommend!
Had a last minute catering opportunity for a client in Durham! Zacki was quick to respond to the request and everything turned out beautifully!
She makes cooking classes pleasant and organised around what you want to learn and improve upon. Would highly recommend!
About a month ago, Chef Zacki catered a dinner at my home. The food and presentation were fabulous. I am still thinking about how delicious everything was! We also enjoyed talking with Zacki and her assistant, Gigi. I highly recommend her for catering your event!
ZACKI'S Culinary Creations catered one of our team dinners while in NC. Her attention to detail with dietary restrictions and athlete needs was welcoming! Our team especially enjoyed her Pineapple Upside Down Cake!!!