Hi! I’m Chef Mireille!
I’m a classically trained chef with a lifelong passion for exploring the world’s cuisines and the histories behind them. But when I attended culinary school, I found something missing. We learned about the food, but not enough about the people, histories, and cultural exchanges behind the dishes we prepared.
That realization helped shape the work I do today.
I’m a freelance culinary anthropologist, food writer, and educator exploring the connections between food, history, and culture. Through research, writing, teaching, and public speaking, I uncover the often-overlooked histories behind traditional cuisines, with a particular focus on African diaspora foodways and other culinary traditions that have received limited recognition in mainstream culinary narratives.
Every dish tells a story of migration, resilience, identity, and cultural exchange. Whether I’m teaching a cooking class, writing an article, or giving a lecture, I use food to preserve history, connect cultures, and inspire curiosity.
For me, food is more than something we eat. It is a way to understand our shared history, appreciate cultural diversity, and discover the connections that bring us together.
Professional Inquiries
I collaborate with publications, educational institutions, media outlets, and organizations seeking culinary expertise, historical research, and engaging educational experiences.
My services include:
- Public Speaking: Presentations for conferences, trade shows, and educational or cultural organizations.
- Food Writing: Articles, culinary research, and stories exploring the history and cultural significance of food.
- Food History and Culinary Research: Research and historical context for publications, media projects, and educational initiatives.
- Teaching and Guest Lectures: Teaching and Academic Engagements: Adjunct teaching, part-time teaching contracts, guest lectures, and workshops exploring culinary history, world cuisines, and cultural foodways.
- Podcast Guest Appearances: Conversations about culinary history, food migration, and the cultural connections behind the foods we eat.
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Explore My Services
Culinary Classes
I offer both virtual and public cooking experiences that bring world cuisines to life through hands-on learning, cultural exploration, and, where appropriate, the fascinating histories behind the recipes. From private cooking classes to educational workshops and corporate DEI cooking classes, my goal is to explore world cuisines and food history through the lens of cultural diversity, inclusion, and cross-cultural understanding.
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Global Flavors Resource Library
A global education program that provides educational materials to help children received a global social studies education including:
- History
- Geography
- Culture
- Recipes
I created the Global Flavors Resource Library to help children explore the world beyond the traditional classroom curriculum through engaging, culturally diverse educational materials. By combining history, geography, culture, and recipes, the library makes global education accessible, interactive, and fun.
- Cooking is the window to learn about the world!
- Where Social Studies Meets the Stove!
LEARN MORE HERE FOR GLOBAL FLAVORS!
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