Chef Carla Contreras
Chef Carla Contreras
Food Stylist. Content Creation. Wellness. Entrepreneur. Recipes. Podcast. IIN Health Coach. Mom

Let’s Get to Know Each Other

Yes, I was on Chopped! on the Food Network

I am a food stylist, content strategist, and podcast host. I work with entrepreneurs, brands, and small businesses to grow their presence on and offline. My work has been featured in publications like Apartment Therapy and Well+Good.

As a trained chef, I have worked on hundreds of photo shoots for well-known brands as a food stylist, photographer, recipe developer, art director, and digital content creator. For over 25 years, I've worked professionally in the food industry and have been featured on Chopped! on the Food Network. 

I am the host of the Show Up Fully podcast. My endless curiosity for wellness and personal growth has led me to become a certified health coach from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and The Nutritious Life Studio. I am a Master Reiki practitioner, meditation teacher, a mama of two living outside of New York City.

When I am not testing recipes, food styling, working 1:1 with my clients, or recording an episode of the Show Up Fully Podcast. You can catch me: Going to the farmer’s market with my family, doing Pilates, or sipping Green Smoothie Soup

1:1 Content & Visibility Strategy

From compelling words to a strategic website, content is the heart of what gets your ideal clients and community to fall in love with you and fully engage with your work. I’m here to help you do it strategically, intuitively, and with intention.

Since 2013, I have been sharing my gift of content strategy with entrepreneurs, coaches, healers, brick-and-mortar business, product, book, website, and podcast launches.

I have also worked on content and social media strategy for large national brands like Tadin Tea & Herb Co., Bumble Bee Tuna, and The Institute for Integrative Nutrition.

I can’t wait to support you and your work in the world. Please see my offerings below. Have questions, send me an email hello@carlacontreras.com

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Culinary Content Creation & Food Styling

My work has appeared in: Apartment Therapy, The Kitchn, The Wall Street Journal, Better Homes & Gardens, Prevention, Shape Magazine, Stasher Bag, Food Network, Bob’s Red Mill, Life Lite Foods, Bumble Bee Tuna, Nutritious Life, Just Bobbi, Evolution_18, and Well+Good.

Ways that I work with small businesses & brands: Ways that I work with small businesses & brands: Culinary Content Creation, Food Styling, Recipe Development, Brand Awareness, Influencer Trainings and Education, IG Lives, Art Direction, and Podcast Development.

Send me an email hello@carlacontreras.com to work with me.

Learn Even More About Me

More About My Life:

I am a first generation Chilean and Italian American mama of two living outside of New York City. When I am not busy testing recipes, styling and taking food photos, working on creating online courses, or recording a podcast. You can catch me: Going to the farmer’s market with my family, doing Pilates, or sipping my Green Smoothie Soup

My Culinary Resume:

For the last 25 + years, I’ve worked as a chef at places like Daniel Boulud’s DBGB, the Marriott Boston and Marriott San Diego, and Whole Foods La Jolla, and I’ve worked as a caterer, personal chef, and owner of Red Clog Kitchen in New York City. I have taught culinary at the Institute of Culinary Education, Kosher Culinary Center and at Montclair State University.

The Show Up Fully Method:

I choose the words REST + DEEP NOURISHMENT as my North Stars of 2019. Those words saved my life. I created the Show Up Fully Method to include: Rest, Deep Nourishment, Movement, Mindfulness and Water. My suggestion is to pick one and to focus on it. Want to learn more? Listen to this podcast

My Credentials + Additional Training

Johnson and Wales University: Bachelors of science in culinary arts

New York University: Masters of arts in food management and food studies

Nutritious Life Studio: You’ll learn cutting-edge nutrition, coaching, and business education from world-renowned dietitian, Keri Glassman, MS, RDN, CDN. The NLS Community is very engaged and supportive, Keri goes live weekly to answer your questions Free 72-Hour Access

Email me directly for a tuition discount & bonuses hello@carlacontreras.com

The Institute for Integrative Nutrition: This program has been revamped and is brand new as of Spring ‘22. Learn from 95+ visiting faculty, coaches, and guides. Be empowered to find the diet and lifestyle practices that work for you! Understand how to coach others to experience personal transformation. Find balance in all areas of your life Free Class + My Alumni discount

Reiki Training: 1 & 2 with Valerie Oula. Master Reiki Training with Meg Burton Tudman and Veena Saraswati.

Mentor Masterclass Life Coach Training: Self-study with Jeannine Yoder

Meditation Teacher Training: Level one, two and three with Cyndi Lee

Shamanic Cacao Apprenticeship: Jemma & Maestro Puma

 

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Disclaimer

I am a professionally trained chef and certified holistic health coach; I am also Nutritious Life certified. I am not a nutritionist or RD. I am not a doctor or qualified healthcare professional.

The information contained on this site is my opinion based on research and personal experience unless otherwise stated and should not be substituted for qualified medical advice.

Health-related information is in no way intended to diagnose, prevent, treat, or cure any medical or other condition.

Always seek the counsel of a qualified medical practitioner or other healthcare providers for an individual consultation before making any significant changes to your diet and lifestyle or to answer questions about specific medical conditions.

There may be affiliate links used on this site. I only promote products that I LOVE. Thank you for supporting my Latinx & Women-Owned small business!