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Deirdre Anderson
Meet Deirdre
Meet Deirdre
My education in food began in the kitchen of my family’s Italian restaurant in New York City. Surrounded by exceptional ingredients and centuries of tradition, I learned early on that food is a language of love. While my culinary roots are Italian, my curiosity has always been global. As a teenager, I looked beyond the family recipes, studying the techniques of icons like Jacques Pepin, Alice Waters. In later years, I looked to Gabrielle Hamilton & Anne Burrell to widen my palate.
My education in food began in the kitchen of my family’s Italian restaurant in New York City. Surrounded by exceptional ingredients and centuries of tradition, I learned early on that food is a language of love. While my culinary roots are Italian, my curiosity has always been global. As a teenager, I looked beyond the family recipes, studying the techniques of icons like Jacques Pepin, Alice Waters. In later years, I looked to Gabrielle Hamilton & Anne Burrell to widen my palate.
The true turning point in my life came at age twenty-two when I watched the Oscar-winning Danish film Babette’s Feast. I was struck by a quote that became my mantra:
The true turning point in my life came at age twenty-two when I watched the Oscar-winning Danish film Babette’s Feast. I was struck by a quote that became my mantra:
“Throughout the world sounds one long cry from the heart of the artist: Give me the chance to do my very best.”
“Throughout the world sounds one long cry from the heart of the artist: Give me the chance to do my very best.”
That film taught me that a shared meal is an enchantment. After years of honing my skills as a Sous Chef in Princeton and running my own restaurant, "Babette’s," I realized my true joy comes from the intimacy of the table.
That film taught me that a shared meal is an enchantment. After years of honing my skills as a Sous Chef in Princeton and running my own restaurant, "Babette’s," I realized my true joy comes from the intimacy of the table.
Today, I bring that artistry directly to you. My cooking is a harmonious blend of cultures. Simple yet elegant, innovative yet timeless. Serving the Tri-State area, I specialize in exclusive, intimate at-home events. While I bring a trusted team for larger affairs, I pride myself on being the driving force behind every menu, ensuring that every plate is an invitation to gather, celebrate, and enjoy.
Today, I bring that artistry directly to you. My cooking is a harmonious blend of cultures. Simple yet elegant, innovative yet timeless. Serving the Tri-State area, I specialize in exclusive, intimate at-home events. While I bring a trusted team for larger affairs, I pride myself on being the driving force behind every menu, ensuring that every plate is an invitation to gather, celebrate, and enjoy.
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