Executive Chef Mimi Engström Novak

For Swedish-born Chef Mimi Engström Novak, food is more than flavor — it’s the language of love. With every handcrafted dish, she tells a story of connection, beauty, and joy. Chef Mimi believes that an event menu isn’t just a meal — it’s a memory in the making, one that should feel as personal and exquisite as the day itself. Classically trained in both Europe and the United States, she began her culinary journey at a Michelin Star Awarded Establishment, then ran two family restaurants that became local legends. Her culinary path soon led her to New York’s iconic Aquavit, where she refined the elegant precision of Nordic cuisine, and then to Los Angeles’ famed Citrus, where French artistry met California ease. As a private chef to Hollywood’s most discerning luminaries, Chef Mimi’s hallmark is her ability to make every guest feel seen, celebrated, and cared for. Whether it’s an elegant sit-down soirée, a candle-lit garden banquet, or a seaside gathering at golden hour, she brings Nordic elegance, impeccable taste, and heartwarming hospitality to every table she sets. From breathtaking grazing towers to ethereal hors d’oeuvres to luxurious buffets and family-style feasts, Chef Mimi transforms dining into an experience of romance and wonder. Her touch is both intuitive and inspired — every garnish intentional, every flavor layered with feeling. Chef Mimi Engström Novak — Her food doesn’t just nourish; it lingers, long after the plates are cleared, as a memory of beauty, warmth, and love.