Personal Chef · San Mateo, California
You already know what good food tastes like.
What you're missing is walking through the front door and knowing dinner is already handled. No scrolling. No deciding. Just that immediate feeling of — someone took care of this.
That's what LUMI is.
The Work
No single cuisine — just clean, protein-focused, seasonal cooking that pulls from wherever fits. Mediterranean one week, Asian-inspired the next, always shaped by what's fresh.
The Process
Guided by the seasons and what is freshest at the market. Think of it as a weekly omakase for your dining table. No deciding. Let LUMI take it from here.
Pick a rotation of three, four, or five dinners a week — a standing spot on my weekly schedule. I learn your household's rhythm and preferences to create a seamless, reliable routine for your table.
The food is clean, light, and protein-focused. Because I cook in small weekly batches, I easily accommodate simple adjustments like gluten-free options or leaner protein portions, along with simple preferences like no cilantro or mild heat.
For severe allergies or conditions like celiac, where cross-contamination isn't a small risk but a real one, the weekly batch model isn't the right fit — and I'd rather tell you that upfront than have it go wrong later. Instead, I offer private in-home cooking: a dedicated session, cooked entirely in your kitchen, built around your safety and nothing else. It's priced and structured differently from the weekly menu, since it's a one-on-one visit rather than part of the shared rotation.
If that's what you need, tell me a bit about your situation and I'll take it from there.
Service fees are flat-rate and based on your household's weekly pace — whether you choose 3, 4, or 5 dinners from the weekly rotation. Enjoy the flexibility to schedule week-to-week or pause whenever your calendar changes.
Service Fee: Weekly meal preparation starts at $300/week (depending on your meal count and household size).
Pantry & Groceries: A flat $20 pantry fee covers basic kitchen staples. Estimated grocery costs are itemized by menu selection and included on your weekly invoice alongside the service fee.
Everything is made from scratch. Capacity is intentionally kept to a few local households each week. Openings on the weekly schedule are limited — connect below to save your spot.
Beyond the weekly menu
Food tastes better when it's shared. We built these experiences for the moments when you just want to connect over good food.
Meal service for small teams and offices — from recurring meal prep to one-off team lunches and gatherings. Every offering is tailored to your team's size, schedule, and needs. Currently taking on a limited number of business accounts — connect below to talk through what your team needs.
Available for private gatherings of up to 20 guests — celebrations, brunches, dinners, and everything in between. Kept small and intentional so every dish gets the same care as a private weekly table, hosted at your home or venue.
Save Your Spot
Tell me a little about your household and I'll follow up by email.
The person behind LUMI
I knew what I was good at. I knew what made people feel good. At some point, you just have to bet on yourself. So I did.
I've always loved cooking — for my friends, for my family, for anyone who showed up at my door. I have a garden full of fresh herbs and produce I actually grow. I love entertaining, and more than anything, I love that feeling of welcoming people in and making them feel at home.
I cook the way I live. I work out and swim every single day, so I know firsthand what real fuel feels like. No trends, no fluff — just clean, nourishing food built to keep up with your daily life. I want you to feel that too.
Not fancy. Just real. The kind of food that brings everyone to the table and makes them want to stay.
LUMI has always been a dream of mine. A leap of faith I decided to finally take.
"Why Lumi? Because I believe in bright flavors, clean ingredients, and food that leaves you feeling light and energized."
Where it starts
Vegetable Garden · Fresh herbs · Homegrown flowers · Meet the chickies — Lemon, Pepper, Honey, Butter, Sesame, Nugget, Orange, Coconut and Chili
