06/01/2026
✨ CHEF SPOTLIGHT: MEET CHEF TESSA ✨
Behind every unforgettable meal is a story, and behind Simply Sated by Tessa is a woman who turned her passion into purpose.
Chef Tessa is an award-winning Executive Chef, entrepreneur, and visionary with over 27 years of culinary experience. Known for her elevated Southern cuisine, luxury wedding experiences, and exceptional hospitality, she has built Simply Sated by Tessa into one of the Southeast’s premier full-service catering and event companies.
Serving couples across multiple states, Chef Tessa is more than a caterer—she’s a creator of experiences. From intimate gatherings to lavish weddings, her attention to detail, personalized service, and commitment to excellence have earned hundreds of five-star reviews and a loyal following of clients who become family.
Recently nominated for Best in Culinary by Black Bride Magazine, Chef Tessa continues to make her mark in the wedding industry while remaining grounded in her faith and purpose.
Her philosophy is simple:
“My ministry is my service. My service is my passion.”
Whether she’s designing a luxury wedding menu, mentoring fellow entrepreneurs, or serving guests with excellence, Chef Tessa believes every meal is an opportunity to show God’s love.
❤️ Wife
❤️ Mother
❤️ Entrepreneur
❤️ Chef
❤️ Woman of Faith
And above all, a servant leader dedicated to creating unforgettable moments one plate at a time.
