12K (+) people connected by food, love, and luxury… whew. 🤍
I’m Chef Tayda, owner of Cuisine by Chef Tayda and alongside my wife and business partner, Sous Chef Tisha, we’ve built a brand centered around more than just food.
We create experiences.
The kind your guests talk about long after the event is over.
The kind where every detail matters.
The kind that feels intentional from the first bite to the final touch.
From weddings and private dinners to celebrations that deserve something special, our goal has always been the same:
to create moments that feel as good as they look.
To everyone who follows, shares, supports, books, reposts, refers us, or simply watches from afar… thank you.
This community continues to grow in ways I once only prayed for.
And trust me
we’re just getting started. 🥂✨
Luxury in the details. Always.
— Cuisine by Chef Tayda
We don’t just show up… we shift the atmosphere. 🔥✨
Designed for those who notice everything 🤏🏽✨
Content Genius: @adoreken
Venue: @venueattheeventhouse
#luxurylifestyle #luxury #luxurydesign #luxurycatering
This isn’t décor. It’s an experience.
Virginia & North Carolina brides
Your wedding deserves more than buffet trays.
It deserves intention.
It deserves elegance.
It deserves to feel unforgettable.
Something elevated is coming.
Designed for those who notice everything. ✨
Now booking 2026 weddings.
Prime Saturdays are limited.
DM “WEDDING” to secure your consultation 🤍
Are you a 2026 Bride?! ✨
You Had Me at Food” 🍸✨
This time, it took us to Bon Temps and babyyyy… everything was a hit.
We started with:
• Cantonese Pepper Shrimp — tiger prawns sautéed with fresh ginger, garlic, fruity scotch bonnet peppers, and blue crab rice
• Shrimp Wontons — fresh gulf shrimp seasoned with Caribbean herbs and fried to perfection
Entrées:
• Seafood Gumbo loaded with fresh blue crab + gulf shrimp over creole okra rice
• Le Bette’s Hot Honey Blue Crab Roll with brown butter, parsley, old bay, and fries 👏🏽
Cocktails? 10/10.
The Prickly Pear Margarita, Margarita Pura, and Lychee Martini were all worth ordering again… and our bartender Fee was NOT shy with the pours 😂🍸
One thing I REALLY appreciated, I originally wanted the oxtails, and Chef Randy was honest and transparent enough to let us know they only had a small amount left and didn’t feel comfortable serving smaller pieces just to make a sale. Instead, he brought us out a sample to try on the house, and honestly… that level of integrity and hospitality says a lot about a restaurant.
Huge shoutout to Chef Randy and his beautiful wife for the hospitality, flavor, and overall experience. I also loved hearing about their journey starting with La Bete’s Food Truck and growing into Bon Temps. As a fellow business owner, I can always appreciate passion, consistency, and people who truly care about what they’re building.
Y’all already know I care about the details… and this place understood the assignment.
✨ Luxury in the details. Always.
#YouHadMeAtFood #RichmondFoodie #ChefTayda #richmondeats #foodiefinds
POV: You chose me as your caterer 👌🏽
If you are ready to take your event to the next level- let’s connect!
I have something in mind just for you! Hit the link in our bio and let’s explore possibilities together 🥂
Designed for those who notice everything ✨
#luxury
#luxurycatering
#catering
#weddings
#weddingfood
Booking with us is simple… but the experience? Unforgettable. 🤍✨
Here’s how to secure your date with Cuisine by Chef Tayda:
1. Submit your inquiry or book a consultation using the link in bio
2. Share your vision, menu interests, guest count, and event details
3. Receive your custom proposal with curated options
4. Accept your invoice to lock in your experience
5. Submit your retainer to officially secure your date
From there… we handle the details, the flavor, and the presentation so you can be fully present.
This isn’t just catering… this is an experience.
Now booking 2026 weddings, private events, and elevated celebrations ✨
Inquire today before your date is gone.
— Chef Tayda
You Had Me at Food… and this one started with a movie night 🎬✨
We stepped out after seeing the new #michael movie (10/10… go see it, don’t argue with me 😌) and decided to keep the night going and babyyy, the vibe did not disappoint.
Let’s get into it:
✨ Apps:
Scampi (flavor was there, but the broth was a little too liquidy for me)
Mini crab cakes (no complaints here 👏🏽)
🍋 Drinks:
Lemon drop flight: strawberry, raspberry, blueberry (cute, refreshing, a moment)
Gold Digger: (and yes… it did what needed to be done 💅🏽)
🍜 Entrée:
Salmon lo mein: now listen… it has a lot of potential.
A little on the sweet side + a bit too much sauce for my liking… BUT with less of sauce? Baby, that’s a 10/10 plate. So I give this a 7.5!
Now let’s talk about what REALLY makes an experience‼️
The people.
Bri (restaurant manager) made sure we were taken care of from start to finish. She was sweet, attentive, exactly what you want leadership to represent.
Sharita? Always a vibe when I see her 🫶🏽, always meets me with a huge and a smile.
And @mixwithtee (Tiara) behind the bar, who also bartended our wedding, so you already know the drinks were hitting every time 🥂
Final thoughts:
Good food can bring you in… but great service makes you stay.
And this right here?
A whole experience.
You Had Me at Food. ❤️
#wheretoeat #foodiefinds #explorerva #richmondeats
You Had Me at Food… but this one was for my girl. 🤍✨
Took my best friend Sherrita out for a night on the town just to celebrate life, friendship, and making time for the people who’ve been real with you through it all.
We ordered the stuffed mushrooms, braised steak egg rolls, steak & truffle fries, and a creamy whiskey sour… and baby, not one thing disappointed. 🍸🍽️ and the service is always top tier @redsaltrva
Sometimes the richest moments aren’t big events they’re simple nights with good food and your favorite people.
10/10 recommend doing more life with the ones who matter. 🥂
#YouHadMeAtFood #BestFriendDate #foodfinds #GirlsNightOut
May is officially fully booked. 🤍✨
Every date is now reserved, and we’re beyond grateful for every client who chose Cuisine by Chef Tayda to be part of their special moments.
If you’ve been thinking about booking us for your wedding, corporate event, shower, private dinner, or celebration this is your sign to secure your date now for Q3 & Q4 before availability becomes limited.
The calendar is open, but not for long.
Luxury is in the details. Always. ✨
Inquiries & bookings:
#ChefTayda #CuisineByChefTayda #FullyBooked #NowBooking #bookedandbusy
A beautiful day, a beautiful couple, and a beautiful reminder of why we do what we do. 🤍✨
We were so in the moment making sure every detail was perfect that we didn’t capture as much footage as we would’ve liked but that’s what happens when the focus is exactly where it should be: creating an unforgettable experience. This was also our first outdoor wedding, and we were fully committed to making sure everything came together beautifully.
We’re so grateful to have been a part of this wedding experience and to serve such kind, gracious, and truly perfect clients. Thank you for trusting Cuisine by Chef Tayda with such a special moment in your journey.
To our incredible team thank you for always showing up, holding us down, and helping make this growing business more manageable through your dedication and hard work. We couldn’t do it without you.
To every guest who shared kind words about our service and cuisine, thank you. Your feedback never goes unnoticed and means more than you know.
And a special thank you to Melissa from @thehiveweddingco for your partnership and support throughout this celebration.
Luxury is in the details… but the people behind the moments make it unforgettable. 🤍
#ChefTayda #CuisineByChefTayda #weddingcatering #LuxuryInTheDetails #outdoorwedding
Booked for the food.
Remembered for the experience. ✨
Luxury is in the details. Always.
Chef Tayda
#ChefTayda #CuisineByChefTayda #LuxuryCatering #WeddingCaterer #eventcatering
For 20+ years, I thought I was building a career.
Turns out, I was also building the foundation for my business.
Corporate America taught me systems.
Leadership.
Communication.
How to solve problems under pressure.
How to lead with excellence.
How to build structure people can trust.
Today, I use those same lessons to lead my own team and grow my own business.
Because luxury isn’t just beautiful setups and great food.
It’s organization.
It’s standards.
It’s preparation.
It’s consistency.
It’s how people feel working with you.
Every chapter of my journey prepared me for this one.
Now I pour those lessons into Chef Tayda and every experience we create.
Luxury is in the details. Always. ✨
#ChefTayda #WomenInBusiness #EntrepreneurLife #Leadership #LuxuryCatering
Shots by @adoreken@bridalarchiveco
