Brazilian-born chef specializing in custom meals, weekly prep, and in-home dining experiences across the Bay Area — in English, Español, or Português.
I reply to every inquiry within 24 hours.
Born in Brazil and rooted in the Bay Area, I've spent years cooking for families, couples, and events — bringing the same care to a quiet Tuesday dinner as to a celebration with thirty guests.
My cooking draws from Brazilian tradition, the bold spices of Indian cuisine, and the clean flavors of Asian kitchens. I customize every menu around you — your dietary needs, your family's preferences, your pantry, your rhythm.
When I cook in your home, I bring my own equipment, handle the shopping, and leave the kitchen cleaner than I found it. You sit down. I cook. That's the deal.
Fill out the form — service type, date, number of people, and dietary needs. I reply within 24 hours.
We talk through your preferences and what you're celebrating. I build a custom menu from scratch — no templates.
I arrive with my equipment and the groceries. I cook, plate, and serve. You don't touch a dish. I clean before I leave.
After each service, I want your honest feedback. Menus evolve with you. Regular clients get menus that grow closer to perfect every week.
"You sit down. I cook. I clean. That's the deal."
A one-time or occasional service for any occasion — dinner parties, date nights, family meals, or celebrations. I come to your home, cook, and serve. Full cleanup included.
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I come to your kitchen once a week and fill your fridge with meals for the days ahead — portioned, labeled, and ready to heat. Ideal for busy households who want to eat well without cooking daily.
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Gluten-free, vegan, low-carb, allergy-specific, or medically restricted — I design complete menus around your needs, without compromising on flavor.
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From intimate gatherings to larger celebrations at home, I handle the full culinary side of your event — menu design, shopping, cooking, plating, and cleanup.
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Private lessons in your own kitchen — Brazilian classics, Asian techniques, spice-forward cooking, or whatever you want to learn. You cook; I guide. You eat what you make.
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"For anyone looking to enjoy real, fresh, light, flavorful, and well-balanced meals, I highly recommend Silmara. Her menu is diverse and beautifully executed, with great attention to quality and detail. The option of having her handle the grocery shopping as well makes the whole experience even more convenient and stress-free."
"Silmara is an excellent chef, her food is truly amazing. Besides helping us with grocery shopping and weekly meal preparation, she leaves the kitchen spotless afterward. I highly recommend her."
"Silmara consistently prepares delicious and nutritious meals for our family, always tailored to our tastes and needs, and leaves the kitchen spotless! Everything is flavorful and thoughtfully planned, and she makes our weeks so much easier."
"Silmara é ótima! Ela ajuda a família toda com uma comida deliciosa, caseira e com tempero brasileiro. Ela faz tudo o que pedimos como se fosse para a família dela. E ainda melhora as receitas!! Sem contar que comemos bem melhor e saudável sempre tendo comida na geladeira."
"Silmara is a great chef! Easy to explain all to new clients like me, cook with love and perfection. She is also fast and leaves everything super clean as she did not cook 10 different dishes in an afternoon!! I am booking bi-monthly with her from now on and super happy with our family decision to eat clean and healthy with her help!"
"Wonderful professional! Very competent and reliable! We all love her food! Even our teens love eating 'real meal' now — not junk food :)"
A few details and I'll come back with a clear proposal — no obligation, no sales pitch.
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