Meet Mikaela

Working at the intersection of where health meets flavor

Mikaelaโ€™s Story

Mikaela Reuben is a renowned nutritional chef who blends the science of nutrition with the art of cooking. Rooted in bio-individuality, her philosophy emphasizes that every personโ€™s journey to optimal health is uniquely their own.

Her passion for nutrition began at 17 when she witnessed the transformative power of whole foods in her fatherโ€™s recovery from a heart attack. Seeing how food could heal and restore inspired her to explore the profound connection between nutrition and wellness.

With over 15 years of experience, Mikaela has crafted personalized culinary experiences for clients such as Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Hugh Jackman, and Brie Larson. Her expertise has taken her worldwide, from designing menus for Olympic athletes to preparing dishes for the Dalai Lamaโ€™s 80th birthday.

Beyond private chef services, Mikaela collaborates with wellness retreats, lifestyle brands, and medical professionals, including Dr. Mark Hyman, The Class, Lululemon, and Free People. Her work has been featured in Vogue, Self, Forbes, and Well+Good.

At the heart of Mikaelaโ€™s work is the belief that how we nourish ourselves shapes not just our health but also who we become. She shares her knowledge in an approachable way, empowering people to transform their relationship with food and embrace every meal as an opportunity to thrive.



Credentials

  • BSC in Kinesiology, University of Victoria
  • Certified Holistic Health Counselor accredited through the State University of New York and Institute of Integrative Nutrition
  • Privately trained by Chef Wayne Forman, owner of Waynoโ€™s Catering based in Los Angeles, California
  • Raw Chef Training, RAW Foundation, Vancouver BC
  • Certified Personal Trainer and certified Sports Nutritionist through the American Sports and Fitness Association
  • Member of American Association of Drugless Practitioners
My Philosophy

Whether it’s in the form of food, love or experience. How we choose to nourish ourselves affects who we are and who we will become.

โ€œWhen Mikaela cooks for me I feel truly taken care of. I can trust that she never compromises flavor for health and vice versa.โ€
โ€œThe care Mikaela puts into every detail is unmatched. From the exciting flavors, to the specificities of the health benefits, she cares about it all …and you can taste it.โ€
โ€œMikaela is a first-rate chef and a joy to be around. Also very knowledgable about health in general.โ€
โ€œIf you want healthy, great tasting food you canโ€™t find a better chef than Mikaela.โ€
โ€œMikaela could always find a way to make healthy taste amazing.โ€
โ€œMikaelaโ€™s passion for health is infectious. I love to watch how she can make something so simple turn into something so good for usโ€
โ€œI loved learning about nutrition from Mikaela, she gave me great health recommendations and recipes. Her coconut chia is my favorite!โ€
โ€œMikaela transforms ingredients into delicious, health-promoting dishes, combining exceptional culinary skills with brilliant nutritional expertise.โ€
โ€œMikaelaโ€™s food keeps us healthy on the road. We love her and her food.โ€
โ€œMikaelaโ€™s deep knowledge and enthusiastic energy inspires us to regain and maintain our physical health.โ€
Services

Private Chef Training

Improve and enhance the knowledge of your current chef, or chef-in-training, in the art of personalized nutrient-dense cooking.

  • Learn healthier cooking techniques, practices and equipment that preserve nutrients
  • Master key principles of nutrition, then learn how to design meals for blood sugar management and a variety of other health goals
  • Develop high-end service protocols and presentation skills
  • Learn personalized meal planning for exclusive clients
  • Adapt recipes to make them nutrient-dense without compromising flavor