About the Chef

Chef Maureen Little, known as Chef Meaux (Mo), is no stranger to the industry. She has served on state boards as a Culinary Ambassador and advisor to the tourism community. Chef Maureen holds certifications from the American Culinary Federation as a CCC (Certified Chef de Cuisine) and a CCE (Certified Culinary Educator). 

Chef Maureen has traveled to French Guiana, where she taught Cajun and Creole food of South Louisiana. She hosted several educational events focused on the food and culture of this unique state.

Recipes from Chef Maureen have been featured in several publications, including an article in Kreol Magazine in the United Kingdom, where her restaurant, Cafe Fricassee, was showcased during her time as Executive Chef and Co-Owner.

Chef Maureen won medals and awards for both her savory and sweet delights in numerous competitions. She judged cooking events in Louisiana and other states.

After earning her culinary degree from Delgado College in New Orleans, she opened her catering company, Virtual Bistro Catering. It specializes in intimate dinners, culinary team building, and specialty cakes and cookies. Her passion for cake decorating has always been there, and now she wants to share it with others.

Chef Maureen Little was the chef for KLFY Channel 10 Passe Partout’s morning show, where she gave cooking hints, tips, and family-friendly recipes for over 1 ½ years.

Throughout her career, she has had the pleasure of teaching ProStart to high school students, Food and Nutrition to middle school students, Food Safety to adults in New England across 6 states, and as a Pastry and Savory Instructor at Louisiana Culinary Institute in Baton Rouge, LA. Presently, she holds the title of the Kitchen and Garden Instructor for the Ascension Parish Library system. She is Certified by the National Restaurant Association as a ServSafe Instructor and Proctor.

She is a proud, in-good-standing member of the American Culinary Federation. 

Maureen A. Little, CCC, CCE          www.certifiedfoodsafe.com          email: mamned1217@gmail.com