Discover Stella Maris Cuisine's Purpose!

At Stella Maris Cuisine, we are fueled by faith, love, and a deep-rooted calling to nurture others through the sacred gift of food. Founded by Melissa Gisselle, Stella Maris was born from a divine mission: to stamp out hunger and serve humanity with courage, creativity, and compassion. We believe that no person should ever be left hungry, and we work tirelessly to ensure that every meal is a gesture of dignity, connection, and care.

Our cuisine is bold, soulful, and entirely unique—a fusion of global flavors and timeless traditions, handcrafted from scratch with reverence for the powerful women, cultural roots, and personal experiences that shaped Melissa’s journey. This is food that dares to be different, inspired by Melissa’s passion to uplift and her fearless spirit in the kitchen. Every bite tells a story. Every plate carries purpose. Hence our motto:
“A sea of flavors.”

Stella Maris holds deep respect for our seniors, youth in need, first responders, and veterans. Melissa personally delivers meals to those most in need—working around the clock to provide warm, sustaining nourishment to the undeserved. Through the support of those who believe in her mission, and her unwavering faith in Jesus, she is able to extend this love where it’s needed most.

Our menu is limitless and inclusive, thoughtfully crafted to honor all dietary, religious, and personal preferences. Whether through private chef experiences, catering services, special events, or farmers market pop-ups, Stella Maris Cuisine welcomes everyone to the table.

“To serve the hungry is to serve God Himself—because every soul fed is a prayer answered.”
— Stella Maris
 

We invite you to dive into our sea of flavors—and join us in creating a world where food is more than sustenance: it is ministry, memory, and joy.