I create one-of-a-kind dining experiences by blending classical technique, global flavors, and fresh ingredients into edible art.

Rashaad Shears

I turn fresh ingredients and global technique into a culinary experience that feels unforgettable.

I’m Rashaad Shears, a classically trained chef with over 20 years of culinary experience. My drive is simple: I want to give you the best culinary experience I can, every single time.

I’ve worked across many cuisines, and I love blending techniques, cultures, and procedures from around the world to build bold flavor profiles and present stunning, carefully crafted plates.

Let’s plan your menu

I’m magic—so much magic in my spirit that it pours into my food and touches your soul.

What you can expect when you dine with me

I cook with passion and purpose

Cooking is the passion that drives my life. When I share my art and my passion through food, it brings peace to my life—and I bring that energy to every table I serve.

I’m classically trained and widely experienced

I trained at the Art Institute of Atlanta, and I’ve spent more than 20 years building an extensive career across many cuisines, techniques, and service styles.

I bring a little magic to every plate

I’m magic. I pour what’s in my spirit into my food so it doesn’t just taste great—it feels personal, memorable, and soulful.

Rashaad’s Menus

I offer curated menus for intimate dinners, family-style gatherings, tapas-style experiences, vegetarian dining, and holiday celebrations. I focus on fresh ingredients, layered flavor, and a polished presentation across every course.

Request a menu consultation

Stories and testimonials

Great food! The Chef was very adjustable and friendly and created a great Caribbean menu.

Sarah Swann

Our experience with Chef Rashaad was beyond amazing. Everything was top tier and he was engaging as if he was like family. I would most definitely be booking him again for future events and recommendations.

Sasha Bowers

I really appreciated that chef Rashad discussed his method of cooking and the thoughtful process of preparing food. He showed his passion for food and how he came about his menu.

JoAnn Harris

Rashes is a marvelous chef and person and we will use him again

Gary J. Baumann Baumann

Chef Rashad was great! The conversations while he cooked made it even better! The food was delicious. He communicated on other accommodations when something was not in stock which was great. I would book again. Thank you for a great time.

Raven

OMG, This was an awesome experience from beginning to end. Chef with personal and professional, he explained each course and the lamb chops were DELICIOUS!!!!! Everyone enjoyed each course that was delicious, and Rashaard is an excellent chef and entertaining.

Shajuana

Chef Rashaad provided for our special dietary requirements, joined us in playing a crazy fill in the blank game as he worked and engaged us in great conversation! The brunch was absolutely delicious, fresh, beautifully presented and executed in perfect timing. We’d love for him to be a part of our next experience in the Atlanta area!!!

Taahira

Definitely loved the experience. Would book again. The chef was able to accommodate us on our need/wants. I am not the one to have a conversation because I can be shy but speaking to him was very easy. It was a good time between the laughters and the stories , I would do again.

Heaven

We chose the breakfast experience for our sister retreat. It was really nice to not only, of course, not have to cook and clean, but most importantly- to have a variety of delicious breakfast options for all of the dietary restrictions (and we have plenty in my family) prepared. The presentation was beautiful and all of the food- salmon croquettes, shrimp and grits (yum), potatoes, fruit, French toast (exquisite) were all perfectly seasoned. Thank you for helping to make our close out breakfast a special experience Chef Rashaad!

Khadijah

Chef Rashaad was beyond amazing! Wonderful experience everyone should have at least one time. Not to mention - the food was out of this world! Can’t speak highly enough of him and his service.

Ana