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Toya | Toya’s Kitchen | 📍Twin Cities, MN

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Hi, I’m Chef Toya.

Welcome to my table.

I’m a private chef, storyteller, and curator creating culinary experiences rooted in my Cameroonian heritage and inspired by flavors from around the world.
Through Afro Fusion cuisine, I bring together tradition and innovation to create dishes that do more than satisfy, they spark conversation, celebrate culture, and create lasting memories.

For me, food has never been just about eating. It’s about gathering people, honoring where we come from, discovering something new, and reminding ourselves that some of life’s best moments happen around a shared table.

Whether I’m designing an intimate private dining experience or curating a menu for a special celebration, my goal is always the same: to create experiences filled with flavor, history, connection, and heart.

Every dish I create is an expression of my passion, my heritage, and my love for bringing people together. I believe food has a unique way of breaking barriers, starting conversations, and turning ordinary moments into unforgettable experiences.

This space is where I’ll be sharing my journey, my recipes, my culture, and the stories behind the food. Thank you for being here.

I’m so excited to have you at my table.

With love ❤️
Chef Toya

#privatechef #diningexperience #foodcreator #afrofusion #cheftoya by @_chef_toya

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3 months ago

Simple Rice,Hen stew, side of fried plantains 🤗 by @_chef_toya

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2 years ago

Who is hungry? 😂🤤😋 Suya Spice crusted lambchops. Happy Sunday! by @_chef_toya

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3 years ago

Sometimes the best moments come from keeping things simple, intentional, and made completely from scratch ✨
Made these warm, homemade plantain spice cupcakes topped with a rich, brown butter caramel frosting. Being a private chef means every menu is different—whether it’s a full dinner experience or just crafting a thoughtful sweet bite that feels like pure comfort.
And yes… quality control is non-negotiable around here 😉🧁
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📍 Save this for your next dessert inspiration!
#privatechef #plantain #brownbutter #bakingfromscratch #dessertinspiration by @_chef_toya

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14 days ago

Saturdays are for resetting, but inspiration hits everywhere—starting with the vibrant morning market run 🌿✨
Whether I’m catering for clients or cooking at home, the mindset doesn’t change: we eat with our eyes first, and the smallest details matter.
On the test menu items for this Reset Saturday:
• Lamb EggRolls—packed with fresh crunch and warm spices
• Elevated Cameroonian-style Spaghetti Omelet—finished with fresh herbs and delicate floral touches
• Paired with sweet golden plantains, crispy turkey bacon, and fresh fruit
Bringing that high-end, thoughtful touch to every plate is what makes a meal feel special.
✨ Planning a intimate dinner or special gathering? Let’s bring a bespoke culinary experience to your table. Tap the link in my bio to inquire about private event catering! 📲 #privatecheflife #mnprivatechef #catering #blackgirlchef #foodiegram by @_chef_toya

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18 days ago

West African heat meets Asian inspiration!
These Beef & Chicken Suya Spring Rolls bring the best of both worlds: smoky, Soya spice rubbed and grilled meat tucked into fresh, aromatic perilla leaves, other veggies on hand and wrapped up in a spring roll shell. The herbal, anise notes of the perilla cut right through the rich, spicy nuttiness of the soya for the ultimate flavor contrast. paired with a homemade peanut dipping sauce.
Afro-Asian fusion at its absolute finest. Would you dip this in our sauce or eat it straight up? 👇
#springrolls #foodie #WestAfricanFood #asianfusion #perillaleaves by @_chef_toya

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a month ago

Behind the scenes of our Cameroonian Childhood menu for Immigrant Kitchen! 🇨🇲✨
We brought the flavors of home to life, starting bright and early with prepping and seasoning:
Beef Soya: Seasoned to perfection with white pepper, soya mix, and Maggi, paired with fresh red onions.
Beignet Haricot: Crispy, golden puff puff served alongside rich sautéed red kidney beans.
Poulet DG: A colorful classic featuring seasoned chicken thighs and vibrant vegetables.
Mom’s Banana Bread: Warm, sweet, and made extra special with Mom in the kitchen mashing bananas for her legendary recipe.
Sharing our heritage through food with a room full of wonderful company makes every second worth it. #cameroonfood #immigrant #nostalgia #homecooking privatechef
👇 What’s one dish from your childhood that immediately brings back memories? Let me know in the comments! by @_chef_toya

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2 months ago

If you know Cameroonian street food, you know Bread and Spaghetti Egg is the ultimate comfort. 🇨🇲🔥 But today, we’re putting a little twist on it.
Here’s how we level it up:
✨ Whisk garlic, habanero, and eggs together.
✨ Sauté onions, tomatoes, and scallions in rich sardine oil.
✨ Toss in cooked spaghetti, fold in the seasoned egg mixture (season with what you have in your pantry 😉), and cook it down like a frittata until you get that golden, crispy crust.
✨ Spread a mix of @simes.pepper pepper sauce and Kewpie mayo onto thick-cut, toasted Japanese milk bread.
✨ Stack, slice, and serve.
Pure nostalgia, upgraded. Comfort food at its absolute finest. 🥖🍝✨
Would you eat this for breakfast or a late-night craving? Let me know below! 👇
#cameroonianfood #cameroonianstreetfood #spaghetti #eggs #afrofusion by @_chef_toya

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2 months ago

LaToya Mbayu’s immigration story has taken her and her family on a journey back and forth between countries and states.

“My story is my mom’s story,” she says, reflecting on the sacrifices her mom made to get LaToya through her doctorate here in the US, and now a fledgling private chef business, @_chef_toya.

“I don’t see much Cameroonian food in Minnesota” she says. So she’s coming to our rescue with beef soya, puff puff and beans, director general chicken and her signature @simes.pepper Sime’s pepper 🌶️ sauce.

Selling pepper sauce is a gift she inherited from her grandmother, along with her culinary prowess and passion.

Is her mom Regine proud? You bet. 👍

📸: Lionel Mbayu

#immigrantkitchen #bipocfoodways #cameroonianfood #westafricanfood taken in MidCity Kitchen by @_chef_toya

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Sourcing the freshest, most vibrant ingredients is always our first step because every exceptional meal begins with exceptional ingredients.

Trust us to handpick only the very best, so every bite is as fresh, flavorful, and memorable as it should be. 🌿✨

#privatechef #blackgirlchef #foodie #afrofusion #fyp by @_chef_toya

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Is food your vibe?? YES? You’re in the right place. 🍽️✨ High-flavor, beautifully plated, and made with love—whatever you’re craving, I’ve got you covered. #foodie #blackgirlchef #vibes #afrofusion #privatechef by @_chef_toya

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3 months ago

#archive testing out #folere mango sticky rice for a client. Rice foundation in hibiscus coconut sauce, topped with a tiny bit of caramelized coconut crumble brûlée. #mango #stickrice #hibiscus by @_chef_toya

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