Hi! I’m Chef Luisana Aguilar

I’m a personal chef in Chicago specializing in clean, flavorful, home-style cooking for families and professionals.

And although today I have the joy of calling myself a Chicago-based personal chef, my story with food began long before I ever imagined turning my love for cooking into a career.

Growing up, while my parents were working, I was usually the one in charge of cooking lunch, and sometimes dinner too. And no, it wasn’t a chore. I genuinely loved it! I was that kid who enjoyed being in the kitchen, watching cooking shows, pretending I had my own program: “And now we’re going to chop a little onion…” The kitchen felt playful, creative, comforting. Back then, I never imagined it would become my career, it was simply my favorite place to be.

Meet a Personal Chef in Chicago who cooks with Intention.

Before culinary school, I studied Industrial Relations and worked in management at a Pilates studio, where I was introduced to holistic wellness, mindful movement, and conscious nutrition. That experience shaped how I see food today: health is physical, emotional, and energetic, and what we eat should support all three.

I later completed my culinary training, and everything clicked. Cooking wasn’t just something I loved, it was my purpose.

For several years, I worked closely with Jessica Wellness, helping develop Jessica Wellness Skincare and Magical Turmeric. My time in Naples, Florida, allowed me to immerse myself in the world of holistic wellness and nutrition, deepening my understanding of how food impacts the body and shaping a philosophy that still guides my cooking today: eating well doesn’t have to be complicated, restrictive, or flavorless.

In February 2025, I moved to Chicago, returning fully to what matters most to me, cooking for real people and real families. I also had the privilege of working alongside Chef Katie Simmons, a classically trained chef who refined my approach to flavor, structure, menu development, and the rhythm of personal-chef work.

Today, I bring together my roots, culinary training, wellness background, and curiosity into meals that help you eat well without overthinking it. My goal is simple: to make your week easier, your meals healthier, and your kitchen a happier place!

What I love most about being a personal chef is getting to cook for families week after week and knowing that, in some small way, I’m making their lives easier. There’s something incredibly rewarding about filling a family’s fridge with fresh, wholesome meals made with real, whole-food ingredients, and taking one more thing off their plate.

And honestly, nothing makes me happier than the messages I receive after delivery telling me how much they loved the food, which dish was their favorite, or that even the kids went back for seconds. Those little messages mean everything to me. They’re a constant reminder of why I love what I do: good food brings people together, makes busy weeks a little easier, and helps families feel cared for.

I believe eating well doesn’t have to be complicated, just intentional, flavorful, and made with care.

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Get to Know Me

WHAT KEEPS ME CURIOUS

what’s next on the menu

WHAT I VALUE MOST

my family

WHERE I RESET

camping, unplugged

ONE SPICE I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT?

garlic, always

WHAT I’LL ALWAYS INVEST IN

education & learning

Take my money

quality ingredients

You can always find me

in the kitchen

On Repeat

dua lipa

FAQ

I offer weekly meals prepared fresh and delivered ready to enjoy, plus private dinners, gatherings, and events. Whether you need support during the week or something special for an occasion, I’ve got you covered.

Mostly Whole Foods Market, plus local farmers markets whenever possible. Fresh, seasonal, and high-quality ingredients always come first.

For weekly meals, no — everything is cooked off-site and delivered beautifully organized in containers, ready for your fridge. This ensures consistency, freshness, and an easy, seamless experience for you.

For dinners and events, cooking arrangements are discussed case by case.

Not at all. Adaptations simply mean adjusting recipes to your needs, whether that’s dairy-free, gluten-free, oil-free, vegetarian, vegan, or wellness-focused – while always keeping flavor, balance, and enjoyment at the center.

Extremely fresh. Always. Meals are cooked the same day they’re delivered, with the highest-quality ingredients.

Yes! I happily prepare vegan and vegetarian options, always keeping meals balanced, nourishing, and full of flavor.

Absolutely. Recipes are adapted to your dietary needs, preferences, and lifestyle — always keeping flavor, balance, and enjoyment at the center.

Head to the Services & Pricing page or reach out directly. We’ll chat about what you’re looking for and see if we’re a good fit.

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