Dr. Marissa Toussaint, MD, Founder of Flambeau Kitchen

Where Nutrition, Health and Heritage Converge

Welcome to Flambeau Kitchen.

I’m Dr. Marissa Toussaint, and I explore culinary medicine education while honoring Caribbean culture and identity.

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Should you eat the meals that remind you of home—or follow health advice that ignores your culture?

Most nutrition guidance disregards cultural nuance. Health professionals often miss the mark, focusing on restriction instead of our relationships—with food, history and identity.

Flambeau Kitchen translates medical and nutritional guidance into practical, accessible meals and builds community through cooking demonstrations, workshops and gatherings.

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Dr. Marissa Toussaint, MD in a kitchen smiling while juggling red apples in the air

PHYSICIAN. AUTHOR. SPEAKER.

I'm Marissa Toussaint, a board-certified family and obesity medicine physician and certified culinary medicine specialist. I am passionate about using healthy foods to prevent and reverse chronic medical diseases. My mission is to help others transform their lives through healthy living. My classes and workshops teach practical solutions for all lifestyles. I'm confident that my cooking classes and culinary events will help you take the first step toward your ultimate health goal.

Don’t hesitate to contact me for keynote speaking opportunities, workshops or culinary demos—I share practical, evidence-based strategies that inspire lasting change.

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I love the confidence people build as they reach their goals and the hope that returns along the way. I’m honored to be part of that journey—offering tools that simplify life and showing how cultural foods can be powerful allies in health.

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In addition to my work with Flambeau Kitchen, I am the founder and lead physician at Anise Medical, a clinic and metabolic home for sustainable weight loss and lifelong health.

I treat patients in New York State virtually and in person. Click here to find out more about Anise Medical.

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    The Flambeau Kitchen Cookbook

    Your guide to eating the foods you love, feeling confident about your choices and building a health legacy for you and your family.

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    Community Cooking Classes

    My cooking classes and culinary medicine events offer practical (and delicious!) solutions for all lifestyles.

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    Culinary Corporate Events

    Our corporate cooking classes are interactive and informative, and they boost team morale.

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