I create bold, feel-good, fine-dining experiences with globally inspired flavor—so you can relax and enjoy every moment.

Nzinga Ben

I bring fine-dining technique and warm, generous flavor to your table.

I’m a private chef with over a decade of experience, blending fine-dining technique with feel-good, globally inspired flavors. I’ve cooked in respected kitchens and for private clients across New York and internationally, creating restaurant-quality menus that still feel warm, comforting, and generous.

Whether I’m cooking an intimate dinner, a celebration with friends, or an elevated Airbnb stay, my focus is simple: beautiful ingredients, bold flavor, and a relaxed, luxurious experience where you don’t have to worry about a thing.

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For me, cooking is connection—crafting bold, beautiful, feel-good dishes that bring people together and turn moments into memorable experiences.

What you can expect when you book me

I cook for connection

For me, cooking is connection—so I focus on bold, beautiful, feel-good dishes that bring people together and turn simple gatherings into memorable experiences.

I blend technique with comfort

I learned to cook in professional kitchens, and I bring that fine-dining foundation into meals that still feel warm and approachable—elevated flavor without the stiffness.

I layer flavor with purpose

My cooking secret is to layer flavor with intention: fresh herbs, bold seasoning, and thoughtful technique that transform simple dishes into a luxury experience.

My Menus by Chef Nzinga Ben

I offer curated, restaurant-quality menus for intimate dinners, celebrations, and elevated stays—built around seasonal ingredients, bold flavor, and a smooth, hosted experience from start to finish.

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Stories and Testimonials

Chef Nzinga was absolutely amazing! The food was incredible - could not have asked for a better dinner!

Angela DiMascio

Nzinga created an amazing 4-course meal for my husband and me. We wanted a classic surf and turf - scallops and filet - and Nzinga gave us a great twist. Her mango shrimp ceviche was SO good, lots of heat and acid and depth. Portions were amazing, perfect cooking, great timing. She was also very personable and willing to entertain as she cooked. We would highly recommend Nzinga and we will absolutely have her back!

Christopher Joseph

Our experience with Chef Zee was awesome. Very friendly and engaging. She worked with me on menu choices and we all had a great night. The food was delicious each course better than the next. And then we had the amazing Chef Zee Zeppoles!

Jamil Manigault

Absolutely amazing!!!! Highly recommend! Great with communication, personable, and the food was incredible!! Great way to celebrate my husbands birthday.

Liz Gephardt

Fantastic food and service. Chef Zee was super professional, and each dish was so tasty. We really enjoyed having the restaurant experience at home. She also did a wonderful job cleaning up and leaving the kitchen just as she found it. Thank you Chef Zee!

Janis Irish

An amazing experience with a phenomenal menu. 12/10 would recommend!

Bridget Duru

Our meal was fantastic! Chef was very personable and we loved getting her local restaurant recommendations during our service. The steak was cooked to perfection as was the ravioli and I would definitely have her return for another event!

Sage Parker

Zee was a great chef and very polite and professional. Outside of not being on time, the meal went very well. Food was terrific plated nicely.

keely n aarnes