Chef Marie Joe: African Culinary with
Francophone Flair – Senegal
W
hen you envision someone who
promotes the traditions and flair
of the African culture, Chef Marie Joe
Faye is an icon that immediately pops
into the mind.
Chef Marie was born and raised in Dakar, Senegal, West Africa. She
immigrated to the USA in the early
1990s with a unique vision to blend her
francophone heritage with a nutrition
and fine arts industry that will serve not
just her community, but the world at
large. Chef Marie has a passion for the
culinary arts, fashion, music and theater. After more than 15 years of living
in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, her unique talents and multi-cultural background
has made her one of the most respected and highly sought-after entrepreneurs in the international community.
Finding her culinary identity at an early age, she holds a degree of culinary arts from the
Arts Institute of Washington. Following, Chef Marie acquired professional training and
management skills with prestigious entities including Sodexo –Howard University, George
Washington Hospital, Hilton Hotel, Ridgewells, and DC’s infamous Ellington on Eight.
Over the years she has received numerous awards for her culinary work, and was named
one of the “Best Chefs” by dccentralkitchen.org.
Chef Marie is called upon frequently to offer expert advice on the culinary arts. She is a
nutrition instructor and food editor for Prudence International Magazine. As a consultant,
she creates highly exotic menus for new businesses and restaurant owners. Her foray into
restaurant consulting came naturally, allowing Chef Marie Joe to inspire and educate food
institutions with her 15 plus years of experience. Currently, Chef Marie is bringing her
culinary flair to Sodexo – at the prestigious Howard University. She has a love for organic
ingredients and spice with special emphasis on combining fresh organic produce to develop
healthy, yet deliciously seasoned meals.
Chef Marie is a local ff