Ridgefield, CT
Personal Chef Felicia Nowling is a Graduate of Culinary Institute of America, Fully Vaccinated, Boosted and Insured. Get ready to engage all your senses for a memorable dining experience. Let me create a memorable experience for you and your guests where you will enjoy being in the moment, rather than being in the kitchen. Menus are curated per event to take into account your specific needs.
18 customer reviews
Charles & Sara Pieterse
We recently worked with Chef Felicia for a celebratory dinner (10 guests). We were so happy we did so! The evening was amazing and exceeded our expectations - from the superb food, to the careful preparations, beautiful presentations and sparkling clean-up, every aspect of the dinner was perfect. The planning process was equally excellent - Chef Felicia guided us with thoughtful suggestions and sample menus, and worked with us every step of the way. Chef Felicia is a true professional - skilled in all aspects of the culinary arts and yet she has a delightful personality. We would not hesitate to work with Chef Felicia again. If you are looking for a private chef for an event we could not recommend Chef Felicia more highly. More...
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It was my pleasure to come into your house and provide a memorable experience for you all.
Michael McNamara
We used Creative Meals by Chef Felicia for my wife's 40th birthday party. Chef Felicia and her team were wonderful. Everything was very clear in the process leading up to the event and she made managing it easy. On the day of the event, it was stress free. The whole operation is self contained...all we had to do was set up the tables/chairs/linens and leave some room in our refrigerator. The food was 5 star quality and her server and team were delightful. They also fully handled cleanup. I recommend her services without reservation! More...
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Hi Michael - Thank you!! It was my pleasure and I'm glad you and your guests were able to be in the moment and celebrate Jessica.
Marissa
Chef Felicia was a delight! She made the planning process easy! Responsive and organized. She took care of all details.
Jared
It was a pleasure to have Chef Felicia in our home for a private cooking session. Her menu was perfect and delicious. She arrived early, was very professional and organized. We had a blast with her and we’re looking forward to our next class. More...
Mardiluz Grady
Chef Felicia came to my home and cooked a delicious and beautiful meal for my husbands 40th birthday.
Everything was to perfection.
The right portions even for the little ones.
Every meal was delicious!!!
She also left the kitchen spotless afterwards.
This is a dinner we will never forget.
I highly recommend chef Felicia.
We will def be working with her again :)
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Shawanna Shannon
Catering
Chef Felicia exceeded my expectations. She brought my vision to life and executed it so perfectly. From the setup, décor, personalized menus, to the most delicious food that touched our souls. Our Friendsgiving celebration was just what I dreamed of and if I could, I would give 10 stars. She is the only chef on Bark who responded to my request and I’m glad she did. Will definitely be doing business again. Thanks Chef Felicia ~ we enjoyed EVERYTHING! More...
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It was my honor and pleasure to assist in your requests. I thank your son and his friends for their service. I'm glad that my food brought such happiness. Can't wait until the next event. All the best - Chef Felicia
Bridget Colabella
Chef Felicia created an amazing, memorable buffet dinner for our dinner party! From her effortless approach to planning and executing her creations to the creative meal options we were thoroughly impressed by her professional skills. She "took over" my kitchen and I didn't have to do a thing but enjoy, for the first time ever, my family and friends! Highly recommend Chef Felicia, we will definitely be using her services again! More...
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Thank you for allowing me to take over your kitchen so you can be a guest at your dinner ;-)
Rza Flournoy
We were so incredibly fortunate to have had the pleasure of happening upon Chef Felicia's catering at a colleagues retreat. When I reached out we had no less than five different food intolerances and even more general preferences, but you wouldn't have known it by the amazing meals Felicia curated. The scent alone brought us all to the table while the taste made us thankful it was served buffet style when we all lined up for seconds. The food was stunning, the table setting was beautiful, and Chef Felicia made it all look and feel so easy. We're already working on booking her for our next retreat. Fingers crossed! More...
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Thank you for allowing me to come in and take over the kitchen. Hearing the "ooh's" and "Ahh's" while cooking made me smile knowing you would be soon enjoying what I was preparing. Looking forward to working with you again
Tyler Kate
We hired Chef Felicia to help us through a very busy year. Each week Felicia would arrive with her magic cart, turn our kitchen into a wonder, pack up and leave everything sparkling clean. Felicia is incredibly organized. We are a family with many food allergies and her comprehensive intake forms covered all of our allergies and food preferences. We actually saved money because Felicia's method of shopping for high quality ingredients is very efficient and we stopped dashing out the door for dinner. There is something very special about opening up your refrigerator and finding 20 freshly prepared meals to support our busy lifestyle. When our sons would come home to visit we would ask Felicia to prep a few extra meals and no one was ever left hungry! I highly recommend Chef Felicia. More...
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Thank you Tyler - Always a pleasure to cook for you and the family.
Judy Herman
First of all, it is a pleasure to have Felicia in my home . She is upbeat, calm and I always look forward to seeing her.
She cooks in my kitchen and leaves behind wonderful aromas for the remainder of the day along with a very clean kitchen.
I originally brought her on board because I was at a loss for making meals. It is NOT my thing! So, once she started I breathed a sigh of relief as I no longer had to worry about planning meals. There is however an added benefit. We now eat HEALTHY meals every night (healthy and delicious) since that is the menu we have requested. An added benefit, I lost the extra 10 pounds I had gained at the beginning of the pandemic, without trying. The meals are satisfying and I never have that “overstuffed” feeling. Here’s the drawback, When Felicia goes on vacation (well deserved vacation) I resort to take out and restaurant food. It is expensive , a waste of money , and I inevitably end up with a stomach ache as I’m no longer used to greasy food. With all this being said, I recommend Felicia highly . There’s no turning back for me now!
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Thanks Judy!!! I too enjoy cooking meals for you and the family every week.
Jacqueline Woodson
Personal Chef Services
We hired Felicia to cater our first Board Retreat. She was phenomenal! Showed up early and had every delicious meal stunningly laid out by the time we were ready to eat. She was also extremely flexible - didn't blink when our numbers fluctuated and the dietary restrictions changed on a dime. Either via email or text, she got back to me quickly. Her meals we elegant, healthy and so good!! The end of each meal was filled with awe and applause for Felicia. She is truly professional. And very sweet. So easy to work with. Already talking to her about our next event! More...
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Thank you for the kind words. I had fun creating flavorful food for you all to enjoy.
Greg
Chef Felicia has prepared excellent whole food plant based meals for us with no meat, dairy, oil, salt or added sugar. This is not an easy task yet she has been creative and clearly done her research on meal options that exist. It has been very helpful for us as less time and thought is required to eat in a healthy way. She always leaves the kitchen immaculate upon her departure each week. We highly recommend her. More...
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Thank you Greg!!! It’s been a fun challenge creatively coming up with the meals. Happy to be of service.
David Weldon
Felicia prepared weekly meals for our family for several months while my wife and I were stretched pretty thin by work. We had a complex set of requirements and she consistently delivered delicious meals for all of us. Everything was packed neatly in reusable environmentally-friendly containers, and she always left the kitchen in better shape than she found it. I'd highly recommend giving her services a try. More...
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It was a pleasure cooking for you and your family.
Anisa
Personal Chef Services
Chef Felicia was amazing! She made this experience really one to remember. Her food was excellent and we had great conversations!
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It was such a pleasure to be apart of your special occasion.
Jessica Witte Brown
Felicia catered a surprise party at my house last night and did an absolutely incredible job. From planning to preparation to presentation, she handled every detail and helped make the event extra special. And as a host it took all the pressure off of having to worry about food. Felicia came well in advance to prep everything we needed, and during the party took care of all the details of refilling and managing the buffet table. A huge bonus! And she’s really lovely to work with. She even went the extra mile to make party themed signs to describe the food. 😊 More...
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Casey Parrish
We worked with Felicia for a month of food for my family. We have picky eaters and everyone enjoyed wonderful, unique meals from Felicia. She is super professional, incredibly neat and food was delicious! Wonderful to work with, too! More...
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Robert Salaga
Chef Felicia recently catered a family birthday celebration with 12 guests in our home. To use the word cater, is an understatement! She thoughtfully planned our menu with several revisions, pivots, and hard turns, landing on the perfect selection of appetizers and main dishes. She prepared the food fresh in our kitchen with flawless execution and serving! Felicia also full prepared, decorated, established place settings, and fully prepared the buffet space with a professional eye and care for the entire party. We can not say enough amazing things about the food and the leftovers were the #1 requested meal the next for all guests, young and old! 100% the best choice we made for care-free party planning, we stocked the bar, sat back, and fully engaged with our family being in Felicia’s hands! More...
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Bryan Perri
We just had a pitch perfect thanksgiving meal prepared by Chef Felicia. Food was delivered warm, and everything was delicious. Some wonderful turkey, a sweet potato casserole to die for and all the things you expect for a thanksgiving dinner- but ELEVATED! We will always continue to use Felicia - as her food is fantastic and her energy is great. 6 thumbs up! More...
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What’s your signature dish?
Zucchini Raviolis served with Roasted Salmon or Grilled Chicken Breast
How do you go about creating the perfect menu for your clients?
I don't offer standard menus as every event is different. I create menus for each event taking into account your specific needs & desires.
What do you love most about your job?
Having the ability to create my food and it having a way to be kept to the memory of the event.
What inspired you to start your own business?
To have more freedom with my time and more creativity in the food I create.
Why should our clients choose you?
I have passion for making each and every event a success. Great food served in a perfectly set ambiance creates a lasting memory for all to share and talk about well after the event is over.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
I am fully vaccinated, I wear a mask, I use gloves when handling ready to eat foods and follow proper food handling & sanitation protocols.
In-Home Prepared Meals
Fresh meals prepared according to your dietary needs ready for you to Heat & Eat.
Intimate Dinners
Have a special occasion where you want to be present with your guests and not stuck in the kitchen? I come in and provide the same services you would expect from dining in a restaurant all within the comforts of having it in your home.