Welcome to Your Elevated Culinary Experience

Welcome, I'm Chef Drea!

I believe food is more than just nourishment—it’s an experience that can transform your well-being. As West LA’s premier bio-electric plant-based chef, I specialize in creating bespoke culinary experiences that not only fuel the body but uplift the mind and spirit.

Whether you’re looking to elevate your daily meals, host an unforgettable private dinner, or immerse yourself in a wellness retreat, I craft each dish with care, creativity, and a deep understanding of food as medicine. My approach blends the highest quality, organic ingredients with a zero-waste ethos, all designed to enhance your vitality and taste.

Let’s create something extraordinary together.

Culinary Consulting For Restaurants, Retreat Facilities, Hospitality, & Chefs

Plant-based restaurant consultation service tailored for restaurants looking to incorporate more plant-based options into their menus or transition to a fully plant-based menu. I can assist in your business in the areas of menu development, recipe creation, sourcing of plant-based ingredients, kitchen operations optimization, staff training on plant-based cooking techniques, marketing strategies for promoting plant-based offerings, and overall guidance on how to successfully cater to the growing demand for plant-based dining options.

Personal/Private Chef Services

The meals I create are designed to nourish both your body and mind, restoring balance and vitality. By alkalizing your system and supporting gut health, each dish raises the vibration of your cells, leaving you feeling more energized, focused, and aligned. This process enhances your body's natural ability to cleanse and detoxify, supporting optimal lymphatic function and the healing of autoimmune imbalances. The result is a renewed sense of well-being, elevated mood, and a deeper connection to your body—empowering you to live life with clarity, vitality, and joy.

Retreat Catering

Retreats are a sacred space for inner growth, evolution, connection, and nourishment. The culinary element is pivotal in shaping the experience and I am committed to honoring the integrity of each and every retreat on an individual and unique basis. Every meal I prepare is thoughtfully crafted with affection and attention to detail. Think of it at hand-crafted food made with love.

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Testimonials

 5/5

"Drea brought so much heart and creativity to our Sedona Sisterhood Retreat as our mindful chef. Every meal was a true work of art—nourishing, flavorful, and crafted with love and intention. Her ability to cater to diverse dietary needs while delivering vibrant, delicious dishes was truly remarkable. Drea’s meals were more than food; they were an experience that brought our group together and added so much joy to our time in Sedona. We couldn’t have asked for a better partner in creating a retreat rooted in connection and nourishment!”

Mindy Quesenberry

Radiant Vida

 5/5

If you are considering a chef for your retreat look no further! My entire experience with Drea from start to finish was everything I could ever hope for and more. She is highly communicative, professional, creative and adaptable. Her food not only tasted delicious, but I could literally feel the love and devotion in the energy of every meal. She was able to prepare everything perfectly and have beautiful conversations with our participants (which, due to the nature of the work being done at the retreat was essential and so appreciated). She went above and beyond with going with the flow of the energy of the retreat/ timing of the meals. She cleaned up everything when she was done to absolutely spotless. It felt so amazing to know I had absolutely nothing to worry about when it came to the food, it's preparation and the clean up. She had it all handled. Which has not been my experience with Chef's in the past. The food is a very important part of the experience in retreats, and she exceeded my expectations on all fronts. I cannot recommend her higher. And cannot wait to work with her again and again.

Jenna H.

Retreat Facilitator, Spiritual Development + Empowerment Coach

 5/5

"Chef Drea rose to the occasion and the occasion was a retreat full of hungry women. She went above and beyond creating each meal to the theme of the day with such deep and thoughtful intention. There is no way any other chef would put that kind of intentionality into their meals to make the entire weekend so cohesive. From the small details, to the entire meal - there was no stone chef left unturned. She made sure plating was immaculate, and every meal was nourishing. Every guest RAVED about every meal. Even the clean up was pristine, which was impressive for having 16+ people and 3 meals daily. I cannot get over how incredibly thoughtful, sweet, kind, caring, and absolutely creative chef is. I need Chef Drea for every meal. You can taste the dedication and passion in everything she does. Aside from the pure talent of cooking, Chef Drea and Chef Fidelis was so helpful when our retreaters needed help. They literally went out of their way to help our guests and yet still made the most nourishing dinner. They took issues on the chin, they were creative about solutions - there is nothing more we could have asked for. They helped make the retreat a whole adventure. If you’re looking for someone to not just cater food, but to bring your guests an experience they won’t forget you HAVE to book Chef Drea.”

Kelsey D. & Tianna D.

Mental Health Expert, Yoga

 5/5

Andrea provided the tastiest home cooked Vegan meals. The ingredients were fresh and organic, the variety of meals expansive and Andreas friendly and professional demeanor was second to none. Inviting somebody into your home to cook is a big decision and I would have no hesitation in recommending Andrea to anyone considering home chef or meal preparation services.

James S.

Executive Producer

 5/5

Dear Andrea, You've been so good to us, tuning things to tempt Geoff's appetite back, listening to me and giving comfort during Geoff's cancer healing. Thank you for providing a safe haven and a kind ear and shoulder. Truly you are a treasure.

Marina R.

Wife, Caretaker

 5/5

Andrea, thank you so much for your part in my healing journey! You are an amazing and talented chef, who is changing so many lives! May God bless you and keep you always! Much love.

Mary L.

Cancer Survivor

 5/5

Andrea is amazing!!! She makes cooking seem EASY and manageable while also creating recipes that taste amazing and make you feel good after you eat them. She is incredibly knowledgeable about food, holistic approaches to the body, and even pet nutrition. I loved learning so much about making the food, but also just about food in general and how the food we eat affects our entire body. I highly recommend her for a cooking class or consultation. She is supportive, non-judgemental, and incredibly helpful. 10/10 recommend!

Bella C.

Actress & Writer

"The Alkalign Lifestyle Cuisine Is The Rolls - Royce Of Healthy Eating"

Contact The Alkalign Lifestyle Chef

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