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"Personal Chef Victoria was instrumental in helping us follow an anti-inflammatory diet for optimal nutrition and performance. Chef Victoria worked with an extensive list of foods that we chose to avoid, and developed a variety of creative menu options for us. She inspired us to love more vegetables than before, and we never felt like we were eating a restricted diet. We particularly liked her homemade fermented beverages, her kale salad with a dairy-free cilantro-lime dressing, and her soups made with bone broth. We were surprised at the number of desserts and snacks Chef Victoria was able to adapt for us- they included gluten-free granola bars, nut butter energy bites, and a raw brownie. We will miss her food when we leave Washington."

Kirk & Julie Cousins

I have been eating Victoria’s delicious meals for quite some time now. She cooked for me during my latest pregnancy and I felt notably healthier and did not gain as much pregnancy weight. I’ve been continuing with them post partum and my weight is coming off more quickly than it did after my last pregnancy as well. Victoria’s meals are thoughtfully prepared and more nutritious than what I would cook for myself. My two year old son loves her food too. She has been able to accommodate all of our meal preferences and I’m so grateful for her services.

- Stephanie

This is an amazing service! During a hectic period, Victoria's service was a lifesaver-- she created a comprehensive and healthy menu that catered to my nutritional needs (and was super delicious too)! The convenience of having excellent, wholesome meals prepared and delivered to my doorstep was one of the best investments I could make for both my physical and mental health. Every dish had fresh ingredients and a homemade touch that you can't find in store-bought meals. It was really a pleasure to enjoy such a varied and meticulously planned menu. Whether you're too busy to cook or simply looking to eat healthier, Victoria's service is an excellent choice that I highly recommend!

- Justine U.

We have had the privilege of working with Victoria Cortes on virtually every type of personal chef service she offers and each time it's an absolute delight! Over the years she has catered multi-course fancy dinners, casual gatherings and high-end open houses for us along with personalized menus of meals for our family.

We have recently become raving fans of her convenient monthly meal programs where delicious, anti-inflammatory food is porch-dropped right to our front door and we don't have to worry about what we're eating for days! Her talents are endless and her food is a hit with everyone who has the pleasure of enjoying it.

As a business person, she is flexible, thoughtful, talented, organized and a joy to work with. Our life is better, healthier, easier and more lovely with Victoria in it. Treat yourself and your loved ones and work with Victoria Cortes for all your Northern Virginia personal chef needs!

- Maura De Raedt

Nothing but excellence from Chef Cortes - every time. We have used her services for family celebrations including our wedding dinner. It's not just that she cooks well - her menus are always on point for the occasion and the flavors are just amazing - and both littles and adults sing her praises. Years later a guest will reminisce about a dish she prepared! Most recently, I joined her four week anti-inflammatory meal program. Creative, different, exceptionally seasoned - each dish was something to look forward to and I always felt full and satisfied. The anti-inflammatory aspect worked too and I just felt better in my skin. It is always a pleasure to work with Victoria - she is a truly kind and caring person. We left the area for a few years and are so thrilled to be back and able tap into her meal programs and services again!!

- Justin & Rachel Beyer

I found Victoria by searching for anti-inflammatory meals. We used her four-week program and it was fantastic. Delicious food, very nutritious and variety of items. Everything is fresh and healthy and Victoria is a delight to deal with....responds promptly to any questions and works with you. Highly recommend.

- James Day

As a breast cancer survivor, I have done endless research about how to maintain my wellness, what foods to eat, and what foods to avoid. Chef Victoria's "4-week anti-inflammatory meal program made it easy for me to make good decisions at just about every meal over the course of a month."

In my ideal world, I would continuously order the anti-inflammatory meal program. It was SO helpful to know that my husband and I had our meals covered with healthy options. All I had to do was figure out dinner for our two kids, which is usually pretty easy.

I loved being surprised by the menu each week and I learned that I like certain foods that I hadn't tried before.

My favorite items were the "bread-like items"- the rosemary breadsticks and the biscuits. I loved the breakfast items- the grain-free quiche, the frittatas, and the egg muffins with sweet potato. It was eye opening to see the many ways that sweet potatoes were used in the program. I have been trying to eat more of them because I learned that they are so good for me. I also loved the various bowl kits that came with the most delicious guacamole and pico de gallo.

In all honesty, I loved the quiche so much that I hid it from my husband so I could have it all to myself.

For anyone who is on the fence about joining the program, I highly recommend it. I think the portions were just right. It took a lot off of my to-do list.

- Jenny

Victoria has been cooking for my family for 12 years, need I say more?! She will cook to your dietary/health requirements and her food is always DELICIOUS. We have her prepare 5 entrees for my family every 2 weeks, each is enough for 2 meals and I add the vegies. This works well for us but there are multiple options to choose from. I often send her recipes to make, but her menu is extensive and quite varied. Victoria has catered small intimate dinners as well as larger parties for us, all were scrumptious and everyone had great compliments for the chef. I recently retired and although keeping Victoria is a luxury, I have elected to continue on a monthly schedule as the thought of giving her up was unbearable. If you are looking for a personal chef who will work with you, cooks healthy and scrumptious meals and is an altogether lovely person, Victoria should be your top choice!

- Robin Merlino

Victoria is an incredible chef and her food is so nourishing and healthy and delicious!

- Jenna Pirog

Wonderfully delicious, satisfying healthy food from a lovely professional 💕

- Julie Kasten

This is an amazing service! During a hectic period, Victoria's service was a lifesaver-- she created a comprehensive and healthy menu that catered to my nutritional needs (and was super delicious too)! The convenience of having excellent, wholesome meals prepared and delivered to my doorstep was one of the best investments I could make for both my physical and mental health. Every dish had fresh ingredients and a homemade touch that you can't find in store-bought meals. It was really a pleasure to enjoy such a varied and meticulously planned menu. Whether you're too busy to cook or simply looking to eat healthier, Victoria's service is an excellent choice that I highly recommend!

- Justine U.