My kitchen doesn’t seek perfection—it seeks presence, depth, delicious lightness, and well-being.

Chef Van Lee

At the intersection of food and healing

With over 20 years leading professional kitchens in Mexico and the US,

Chef Van Lee creates food experiences that unite technique and soul.

Her work blends culinary artistry, metabolic awareness, and the science of wellbeing —

translating it all into joyful, nourishing meals.

Her kitchen doesn’t seek perfection; it seeks presence, depth, and delicious lightness.

Our Services

  • Personalized Nutrition & Culinary Plans

    Functional menus designed for your hormonal balance, energy, and pleasure.
    Chef Van Lee crafts tailor-made eating plans — rich in flavor, low in inflammation, and deeply satisfying

  • Chef to table private experiences

    Bring The Seed into your home.
    Private dinners, retreats, and culinary experiences designed to nourish the body and elevate the spirit.

  • Functional cooking classes

    Learn the art of healing through food.
    Join Chef Van Lee in live or virtual classes — blending science, creativity, and joy in every dish.

Seeds that blossomed

“The Seed isn’t just about cooking — it’s a space to grow, to reconnect, and to remember that health can be delicious and soulful.” — Gaby M., The Seed Community

“Today’s avocado toast was one of the most glorious things we’ve made at The Seed classes . Thank you, Chef, for bringing light into my life.” — @lechugaink, Online Class

Dream it

“The Seed isn’t just about cooking — it’s a space to grow, to reconnect, and to remember that health can be delicious and soulful.” — Gaby M., The Seed Community “Today’s avocado toast was one of the most glorious things we’ve made at The Seed classes . Thank you, Chef, for bringing light into my life.” — @lechugaink, Online Class Dream it

“My husband just gave me the best compliment: ‘This is the best power bowl I’ve ever had — better than any restaurant.’” — Monica G., Houston

“My husband just gave me the best compliment: ‘This is the best power bowl I’ve ever had — better than any restaurant.’” — Monica G., Houston

Emmet MarsBeing in Chef Van Lee’s classes is a joy for all the senses. It’s my ‘me time,’ where I reconnect with myself while also caring for my loved ones — who love it too! Each class feels like a delicious act of self-care.” — Melyna, The Seed Community

Emmet MarsBeing in Chef Van Lee’s classes is a joy for all the senses. It’s my ‘me time,’ where I reconnect with myself while also caring for my loved ones — who love it too! Each class feels like a delicious act of self-care.” — Melyna, The Seed Community



Echoes from The Seeds

Ready to transform your relationship with food?

Book your private experience with Chef Van Lee today.

chefvanessalee@gmail.com

1 (282) 7140630

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