Knoxville, Tennessee
Southern Soul FoodMade with Love
Catering, meal prep, private chef experiences, custom cakes & pastries — crafted from scratch with farm-fresh ingredients and grandmother's love.
What We Do
Our Services
From intimate private chef dinners to large-scale catering, every dish is crafted from scratch with farm-fresh ingredients and Southern soul.
Deposits and booking requirements vary by service. Reach out for more information.
Catering
Southern soul food and scratch-made dishes prepared with love for groups of any size.
Individual Meal Prep
Weekly and monthly meal prep services to help busy Knoxville families eat well without the stress.
Private Chef
Personalized menus, farm-to-table ingredients, and a private chef dedicated to making your evening unforgettable.
Food Orders
Order your favorite Southern comfort dishes for pickup or delivery.
Cakes & Desserts
Custom cakes and handcrafted desserts for birthdays, weddings, and every celebration in between.
Pastries
From flaky croissants to decadent treats, every pastry is crafted with care and Southern charm.
From Our Kitchen
A Taste of What We Make
Every dish is crafted from scratch with care. Here's a small collection of what's been coming out of Maya's kitchen.
Kind Words
What People Are Saying
"Maya's catering was the highlight of our corporate event. Every single dish was made with such care — our team is still talking about it weeks later."
Client Review
Corporate Event
"The meal prep service has been a lifesaver for our family. Healthy, delicious, and I don't have to think about dinner after a long day. Thank you, Maya!"
Client Review
Meal Prep Customer
"My daughter's birthday cake was absolutely stunning. Maya's attention to detail is incredible — it looked like a work of art and tasted even better."
Client Review
Custom Cake Order
Our Story
The Heart BehindMaya Papaya
Named after the nickname my grandmother gave me growing up. She had me in the kitchen by age three, teaching me to cook Southern soul food with love. This business honors her memory and my grandfather's — a tribute to the two people who mean the most to me.
“You never know what someone has on their plate. Cook with love, give back to the community, and never send out anything less than your best.”
Ready to Taste the Difference?
Whether you need catering for your next event, weekly meal prep for your family, or a custom cake for a celebration — Maya Papaya Eateries is here to serve you with love.
Let's Connect
Get in Touch
Ready to experience Southern soul food made with love? We'd love to hear from you.
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Contact Info
Service Areas
Services
- Catering
- Individual Meal Prep
- Private Chef
- Food Orders
- Cakes & Desserts
- Pastries