Theodora Karanikas

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New to Thumbtack. 20+ year seasoned culinary school trained professional. Recently transitioned to cooking privately. New clients mainly by referral. Experienced in private dinners, celebrations, small events and weekly meal prepping. I enjoy collaborating with my clients to come up with a creative and balanced menu. Skilled in cooking and baking and also have access to a fantastic bartender as needed. My passion is to bring healthy, delicious meals to your table with a focus on clean ingredients and bold flavors. Whether you're looking for customized meal prep, macro-balanced dishes, or hearty family-style meals, I create nourishing options tailored to your lifestyle. My goal is to make eating well effortless and enjoyable, so you can focus on what matters most. Allow me to take the guesswork out of healthy eating—one flavorful meal at a time.

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Serves Waldwick, NJ

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5 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Charles P.

4 weeks ago

We hired Dora as our weekend chef on a golf and fishing weekend with all my buddies. The experience was a 10! From breakfast to lunch with amazing cocktails to finally dinner that brought a different flair ever night, the meals were delicious and creative. We will definitely use her again

Danielle S.

Jan 30, 2025

Dora is a delight to work with! She’s not only an excellent chef who can make delicious dinners and desserts (strawberry peach cobbler yummmm) for an intimate dinner setting, but also handle larger groups for a fun dinner party. Highly recommend her for her skills in the kitchen and warm personality.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I typically charge an hourly rate plus the cost of food. Happy to discuss a set rate if that is preferred.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to have a conversation/meet in person or zoom to discuss their needs, talk about my experience and my cooking style. Then i have a client food profile questionnaire that covers likes/dislikes, food restrictions, etc.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Culinary School Graduate - Johnson & Wales University. Most recently I've been focusing on cooking private either on a set schedule or for special events/celebrations.