CHEF MARKO ELLINGER
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Thank you for visiting my site! My name is Chef Marko. I provide practical culinary education to create community access to healing foods, emphasizing plant based and locally sourced organic menus, time saving culinary techniques, cost effective sourcing strategies and a commitment to expanding environmental awareness. I value justice, diversity, inclusion and community.
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​LET'S LEARN TOGETHER!
Put your chef skills on the fast track with advanced coaching! Learn recipes and techniques to save time and simplify sourcing. Learn how a professional chef would handle your next meal.​ Discover interactive experiences, events and classes available on the Services page.
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TESTIMONIALS FOR CHEF MARKO
Brian Schwartz, Director of Events
Commodore Perry Estate Auberge Resorts Collection
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"I have had the privilege of knowing Marko Ellinger for a long while and his compassion and excellence towards food & service is second to none. Marko is the first Chef I would call when I'm in a pinch and oftentimes the last person I see at the end of an event breaking everything down and gearing up for the next one. Outside events, Marko is endlessly curious regarding food and that curiosity is what drives future menus and ideas for large scale productions.
He's a chef's "chef" true and true and undoubtedly a salesperson "chef". Always willing to pick up the phone and workshop a problem or question and find the best solution for a client. Honored to have worked with him and know that I will do so more in the future."​​
Kathy Goodwin, Former Student
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"Chef Marko's Elegant Restorative Soups class was amazing. It goes without saying that the Saffron Kobacha Squash Soup, the Exotic Mushroom Soup and the Emerald City Soup with oregano, lime, and avocado were delicious.
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As important was Chef Marko's belief in the the ability of the food to restore and heal us. In my case the soups brought healing to my digestive system. One of my favorite lessons of the class was learning how make a basic vegetable broth and learning how to finish off the soup by balancing ingredients to enhance the flavor. I'm looking forward to taking another class."​​
Lou Perella, Executive Chef for Eurest Dining
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"Chef Marko is one of the most passionate and creative chefs I've ever had the honor to work alongside.
Not only does he have a lifetime of knowledge and experience but he is constantly striving to learn and improve.
I've never met another chef in this industry who is as gracious, kind, supportive, and positive as Chef Marko and I doubt I ever will."
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Chef Marko's passionate teaching style allows guests to become more autonomous in their own kitchens. Marko encourages participants to go beyond following a recipe. He empowers students to explore formulas of why things work to fully comprehend flavor profiles, culinary methods, and more.
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