Meet the Chef 

Chef Alannah Valdes

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Head Chef/Owner at Chef Alannah’s Creations LLC

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In the heart of Houston, where culinary creativity meets Southern soul, Chef Alannah has carved out a name synonymous with warmth, flavor, and community. As the Head Chef and Owner of Chef Alannah’s Creations LLC, she’s built a reputation for preparing high-quality meals at prices that feel as approachable as the chef herself.

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But before she ever donned a chef’s coat, Alannah wore a different kind of uniform. At just 18, she joined the U.S. Marine Corps, serving multiple tours with honor and distinction. “The Marines taught me discipline, focus, and resilience,” she says. “Those same qualities are what guide me in the kitchen today.”

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After completing her service, Alannah traded in her combat boots for chef whites and set out to follow a new calling. She enrolled at Houston Community College (HCC), graduating with honors from the school’s American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF)–accredited program—a distinction that places her among Houston’s most accomplished culinary professionals.

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From there, her passion only deepened. Chef Alannah has mastered the art of transforming fresh, local ingredients into dishes that not only delight the palate but tell a story. Each plate she creates reflects her belief that food should be a journey—one that captures culture, season, and emotion.

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While she enjoys cooking across cuisines, her heart belongs to the flavors of her roots: Puerto Rican food. Growing up in South Florida, she was surrounded by a vibrant mix of cultures and cuisines, from Caribbean to Latin to Southern comfort. “Food was always how we connected,” she recalls. “My great-grandmother was a private chef, and she taught me that cooking isn’t just about feeding people—it’s about showing love.”

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That spirit of love and connection infuses everything she does. Whether she’s catering an elegant dinner or preparing weekly community lunches through her local initiative, Chef Alannah’s focus remains the same: bringing people together through food.

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When she’s not in the kitchen, you’ll likely find her spending time with family and friends, exploring local markets, traveling for inspiration, or testing new recipes that fuse her favorite global flavors.

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For Chef Alannah, cooking is more than a profession—it’s a purpose. “Food should make people feel something,” she says. “Every dish I make is a reflection of my journey, my heritage, and the people who’ve supported me along the way. Without faith, family, and friends, none of this would have been possible.”

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"From my kitchen to yours"

-Chef Alannah 

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