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CONSULTING

CATERING

COOKING CLASSES

All of Your Food Needs Covered in One Place

Welcome to Appalasian, your go-to destination for all your food-related questions and needs.  From catering, private events, cooking classes, pop-ups, consulting for restaurant openings, menu creation, development, and costing, we've got you covered with decades of knowledge and experience.

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I'm Angela Hwang, a classical French-trained chef with 30 years of experience in restaurants, hotels, events & catering.  My Korean background and Los Angeles upbringing introduced me to robust flavors at an early age, mostly in Mexican, Korean, and American cuisines. 

My earliest experience was in the San Francisco Bay Area where I attended the now shuttered California Culinary Academy and cooked at a few humble neighborhood gems: Saul's Restaurant and Deli, still going strong in 2025 in Berkeley and Cafe Cheneville, long since closed, in Oakland.

Having a multi-cultural upbringing combined with the majority of my culinary journey having taken place in New York in upscale restaurants, hotels, events, and as a private chef, I had the opportunity to delve into a variety of cuisines, from regional American, to pan-Asian, to western European, Mediterranean, and more, some of which were at highly acclaimed establishments.  

I've had the honor of collaborating with many accomplished chefs and have cooked for a diverse array of celebrities, politicians, dignitaries, royalty, and professional athletes, creating unique, awe-inspiring, extravagant, at times, over-the-top, unforgettable food experiences.

Since moving to Western North Carolina from Brooklyn in 2016, I've embraced a more fulfilling lifestyle by letting go of the hustle and bustle and trading it in for a more balanced life. Recently, I led a nationwide employee dining program at a tech company, which equipped me with skills in behind-the-scenes collaboration with multiple teams and managing large-scale projects for growth.  My extensive experience inspires me to do what I love: bringing people together through food, creating unforgettable culinary experiences, teaching cooking, and consulting to launch innovative food ventures.  Click the button below to see more details.

Services

Private Events

From intimate settings to corporate events, and once-in-a-lifetime culinary extravaganzas, our catering and private event services are tailored to create unique and unforgettable experiences for you and your guests.

Cooking Classes

Looking for a unique activity for a special occasion? Maybe a fun date night? Do you and your friends want to learn easy recipes while sipping wine? Choose from our list of classes, or we can-tailor a class to suit any need.

Consulting

Rooted in classical French techniques and with decades of experience in a variety of cuisines, operational styles, restaurants, hotels, and a wide range of catering events, we can solve almost any food and industry-related issue.

Contact Me

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