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About Yum!

As a small, woman-led local business, our goal is to make your culinary experience effortless and enjoyable. Let us handle your food needs, so can spend more time relaxing and savoring every moment.

Chef Lulu Chustz

Welcome to my kitchen! I’m Chef Lulu Chustz, your friendly neighborhood Personal Chef, here to save you from the dinner-time panic with healthy, hassle-free, and downright delicious meals. After years on the road with a culinary startup, cooking for high-end clients and stars (yes, I have some fun stories!), I’ve returned home to New Orleans on a mission: to make cooking so easy, even your microwave be jealous. Let’s turn your kitchen into a place tasty meals happen faster than you can say “what’s for dinner?”!

TV Appearances

You may have seen me competing on the Food Networks, "Supermarket Stakeout" or "Cooks vs Cons."  Making it to the final rounds on both shows.  Was robbed twice. Am I bitter about it?             Only a little. : p

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Basecamp hangs with Zackary Momoh
Cooking with Sandra Oh
Basecamp with Viola Davis
Basecamp with Olivia Washington and Kara Young
Crew Hangs with Daisy Edgar Jones and Harris Dickinson
Wrap day with Noomi Rapace.

On Set 

Commonly Asked Questions​

What kind of meals do you prepare?

I’m well versed in most cuisines. From New Orleans classics to regional Asian food.  You tell me what you want, and we can make it happen. 

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Do you shop for ingredients?

Yes! You just sit back and relax. It’s handled. 

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Do you cook in the client’s home?

Depends on the service and what Client rquest. 

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​Do you clean up afterward?

The kitchen is left cleaned. 

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​Do you provide plated courses or buffet-style service?

Dealers choice.  Family style recommended for larger groups. 

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How far do you travel? 

This is client specific. 

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What types of dietary needs can you accommodate?

All

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How do you price?

Price is per person based on the menu  curated for the Client. If you have a budget in mind, please let me know. 

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