Meet the FoodZen Team!
Working together to bring you healthy and delicious food, so you can spend more time doing the things you need.
Our personal chefs create a custom menu for you based on your tastes and dietary needs, do the grocery shopping, cook the food in your own kitchen and package it, leaving you with detailed reheating instructions.
Destiny Moser
Founder & Executive Chef
Hi! I’m Destiny, the Founder & Executive Chef at FoodZen. As a working mom of three, I understand the demands of a busy schedule and the challenges of a work/life balance. That's why I created FoodZen, a personal chef and pre-made meal delivery service designed to bring some zen to your busy life.
Although I specialize in a wide variety of international foods, as an Indigenous chef my focus is to create meals using ingredients that are hyper-local and ultra-seasonal. This farm-to-table approach supports many local businesses and favours whole foods over processed ones. Because of this approach, many of my meals are free of most priority allergens.
I also work closely with the Indigenous community to provide teaching and workshop experiences for others to learn about not only Indigenous food but about healthy eating, food sovereignty and sustainability.
So, whether you're a working professional looking for a stress-free meal plan, a family trying to juggle it all, or a senior wanting to maintain your independence, FoodZen's got you covered. Let's bring some zen to your table and make life a bit easier. Cheers to good food and good vibes!
Sumit Raghav
Head Chef
Sumit has been fueled with a passion for cooking food since he started helping his mother and grandmother in the kitchen in Northern India at a young age. He took his interest in cooking further by studying Hotel and Hospitality Management in Mumbai, India and started his career as a cook at a 5-star luxury hotel in Dubai. He was named Young Chef of the Month, in November 2021, for Hot off the Grill magazine by the Culinary Federation of Canada and has had the honour of cooking for a Prime Minister and a few celebrities, but his lips are sealed on which ones.
After a brief return home to work in a Japanese restaurant and start his own business, his itch to travel and learn from world-renowned chefs grew too strong. Sumit came to Canada and studied culinary management at Conestoga College. Since then, he has worked for many local restaurants and learned from renowned chefs.
During COVID Sumit honed in on his butchery skills working at a butcher shop while simultaneously working with the Research Institute of Ageing in the development of recipes and execution of meals. More recently Sumit was head chef at Ruby Restaurant in The Village at University Gates before embarking on a new adventure of being a Personal Chef.
As a Personal Chef, he wants to bring FoodZen by helping you find peace in your day-to-day while providing you with the International and Canadian cuisines he has learned along the way.
Surbhi Kumar
Personal Chef
With over 20 years in the culinary field, Surbhi has honed her skills in Indian and a variety of other global cuisines. Her knowledge and techniques are deeply rooted in traditions passed down from her mother and ancestors, encompassing generations of insight into the benefits of Indian spices and the art of preparing wholesome meals. Driven by a passion for creating healthy, flavourful food, she delights in the alchemy of spices and the joy that new flavours bring to others.
As a mother, Surbhi has learned to adapt recipes for diverse dietary restrictions, crafting meals that cater to all palates without sacrificing taste.
In 2012, Surbhi founded Indiangusto, marking the beginning of her professional journey. Supported and encouraged by her community, she found inspiration to continue offering nourishing, health-focused meals.
In addition to her culinary work, she conducts cooking classes at local community centers, helping individuals adopt healthier cooking practices and expand their options for nutritious meals.
Surbhi joined FoodZen as a Personal Chef to create balanced and fresh meals for her clients. She chose FoodZen because our mission aligns with her own commitment to delivering nourishing, health-centred food to the community.
Claire McDonald
Personal Chef
As a culinary professional with over 15 years of experience, Claire has developed a wide range of skills in various kitchen roles, from head chef to catering lead. Her journey began with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences, inspiring her to pursue formal training in Culinary Management at George Brown College. Over the years, Claire has managed teams, crafted custom menus, and executed large-scale events, always prioritizing quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Claire’s passion for cooking and baking is evident in her intricate, flavourful meals that make a lasting impression. Alongside menu creation, her expertise in managing kitchen operations - including scheduling, ordering, and inventory oversight - ensures smooth service and consistently high-quality results.
Joining FoodZen as a Personal Chef, Claire aims to bring her expertise directly into clients' homes. With a focus on personalized, high-quality meals that meet clients' dietary needs and preferences, Claire seeks to provide stress-free, memorable meals. Confident in her ability to create unforgettable meals as a Personal Chef, she looks forward to connecting further and discussing how she can meet client needs.