Oren Yaari
My Story
My passion for food began when I developed chronic cystic acne in high school. The signs of acne revealed itself drastically and my gut didn’t trust Western dermatologists to treat what I knew was inflammation happening from the inside of my body. At the same time in my life, I learned about Ayurveda: India’s oldest health system that treats imbalances in our body, mind, and spirit. I immediately researched everything about food and its relationship to inflammation. I started working one-on-one with ayurvedic practitioners, became a sous chef for a vegan catering company and assisted holistic health coaches in NYC. These experiences were monumental for me and shaped my relationship to food and healing. They inspired me to want to cook for others and offer light to those on a healing path.
My Approach
Apart from cooking, I am a professional dancer, singer, and actor. It’s very important for me to keep things in the kitchen alive, honest, and FUN. For me, I am feeding your entire being so I want to know who YOU are. Listening to people’s stories while I’m chopping garlic, being in the mix of kids running in and out - all add to the vibrancy and meaningfulness of my food.
My Preferences
My main area of expertise is Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Ayurvedic Style cooking. I am a sourdough baker as well and love baking anything sweet! I work best in environments that have lots of light, are clean, and have relatively low noise.
What Customers Say
“It has been amazing. I don't have enough time to cook and oftentimes I'm not personally eating enough. Oren is a lovely soul who works with you to understand what you like. He comes up with delicious/healthy foods!"