Chef Jackie is passionate about cooking Middle Eastern dishes and teaching people how to recreate them from their own home. She has a 30+ years cooking experience, opened a food truck business in LA, catering private events, corporate accounts, and hosts social dining.
Of Lebanese background, Jackie was born and raised in Jordan where food has important cultural and symbolic meanings that go beyond what's on our plates. She travels to Lebanon, Syria, Greece, Egypt, Dubai, Qatar and other Mediterranean destinations occasionally. This dizzying list of hometowns and traveling served as an excellent educational tool in forming her Middle Eastern cuisine.
She loves to see how her food brings joy to people’s faces and enjoys interacting with guests from all over the world. Take a flight to the Middle East and experience the warmth and generosity of the Jordanian culture without leaving LA.
All types of in person classes taught by this chef
Reviews
Tori L.
Jackie's class was fantastic! She was absolutely so sweet and patient as well as very knowledgable about the cuisine.
The hummus was delicious and falefel so fun to make!
The class setting made it easy to make friends with others at the table and have a really great night with fun people!
We will definitely take another one of her classes soon!
Thank you Jackie!
Feb, 18th, 2020
Sylvia S.
This was her first class and her earnestnesss and desire to make sure we had a great time was endearing. She did not disappoint as we had a wonderful time. We went on date night and sat with a great couple half our age but the learning and laughing provided a commonality that made the night memorable. Jacquie and her husband were gracious hosts and excellent teachers and all three tables seemed to be having a great time. Our falafel and hummus was scrumptious and we cannot wait to try it at home. Great class for anyone wanting to have a fun time with a new experience. Will recommend this class to everyone. Jacquie- can’t wait for you to host another class- you were awesome!
Jan, 26th, 2020
Richard M.
Jan, 28th, 2020
Maggie G.
It was a great experience and Jackie is really fun and friendly! You can tell she really loves to cook!