Chef Mary Bass

06/10/2026

I love seeing our name next to "takes top honors"... Still glowing about this win.

It’s a culinary wrap. Wine & Food Week 2026 proved once again that exceptional wine and food have the power to transport,

06/07/2026

Winner winner mojo skrimps for dinner 😉 🦐
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The CMB team ventured over the causeway to compete against many talented Houston-based chefs. Little Miss Galveston walked away as the “Chef of Chefs Grand Prize Winner” for serving our famous Mojo Shrimp. A big thank you to the Food & Vine organizers for inviting us to participate.

05/26/2026

Thanks for catering with us!! We can make your next corporate event, delicious 🤤

Boutique Blooms & Events 😘

05/15/2026

Congratulations to one of my favorite people, she is the joy in every room, the laughter in every thing silly and a really good egg. She has supported me through my chef journey on the island and I’m so proud of her accomplishments. Today she received her Master’s Degree From the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Public and Population Health. Bravo Heidi!!!

05/15/2026

BYOLB??? Bring your own lunch bag? Thanks My Galveston: Adventures of a Local Tourist for swinging by and grabbing snacks for the weekend. Stop by our kitchen at 1506 39th in Galveston and full up your lunch bag!

05/08/2026

Check out this recent delivered grazing table setup for cocktail hour at the Peanut Butter Warehouse. Our grazing boards are designed for guests to enjoy at their leisure throughout the event. They are perfect for cocktail hours, weddings, graduation parties, corporate gatherings, and celebrations of all kinds. Beautiful, approachable, and full of fresh bites for guests to snack, mingle, and enjoy.

Interested in having us cater your next event? Email us at [email protected] for more information.

05/04/2026

Have you had a chance to visit Ms. Beth at funkymunky_shavedice_galveston for one of the most creative Shaved Ice 🍧 you’ll ever have?! Conveniently she is located next to my bank (shout out Texas First Bank). It’s Shaved Ice Season so make sure to give them a try. They are on 24th street (seawall side) one block off broadway. Tell her chef sent you!

Shout out to my cutie Mr. Mary’s Bar-B-Que for our treat stop!

05/02/2026

I am so excited to be attending the 2026 Galveston Island Tourism Summit in a couple weeks on May 12th. This Summit brings together the people who make our island’s tourism industry thrive. Hosted by Visit Galveston, this annual event is an opportunity to celebrate our successes, share insights, and look ahead to the future of travel on Galveston Island. Through dynamic speakers, meaningful conversations, and time to connect with fellow partners, the Summit is designed to inspire collaboration and keep our tourism community moving forward -together.

If this is something that influcences or impacts yourself or your business please sign up below for your FREE tickets to the event.

May 02, 2026 - The 2026 Galveston Island Tourism Summit brings together the people who make our island’s tourism industry thrive. Hosted by Visit Galveston, this annual event is an opportunity to celebrate our successes, share insights, and look ahead to the future of travel on Galveston Island. T...

04/25/2026

Watch me roll out some fresh fettuccine for my private dinner tonight. chef

04/05/2026

I’ve bragged about my son and his high school bbq team The Swamp Smokers with Dickinson FFA. Mattox has turned in two first place ribeyes the last two competitions. They head to state in a couple weeks and I can’t wait to see how they do on their way to nationals. 🥩

The team is always looking for sponsors, please reach out if you’re interested in helping this program offset their costs.

By the end of the day, after chicken, ribs, steak, gourmet grilled cheese and Dutch oven dessert have all gone before the judges, the team is usually back on the highway headed home — tired, smoky and a little more seasoned than when they left.

03/25/2026

Wednesday, March 25th. Centerpoint is replacing a power pole on our road and we are without power today. We’ll see you tomorrow!

03/09/2026

Hosting a party but not emotionally prepared to cook for everyone? We can help with that.

Order our Party Trays online at www.chefmarybass.com anytime (yes… even at 2am when you suddenly remember you invited people over).

✔️ Order 24/7
✔️ Pick up at our storefront
✔️ Instantly become the host with the most
✔️ Please allow 48 hours notice for party tray orders

We’ll cook. You take the credit.

03/07/2026

🌴 Spring Break is here! Heading to the beach? Be like Dave in Galveston☀️

Stop by La Cocina Market and stock up on all your beach picnic essentials before you go!

We’ve got cases full of fresh, homemade meals, snacks, soups, and sweet treats that make packing a cooler easy. Whether you need something quick for the sand, lunch between beach walks, or a few goodies for the whole crew, we’ve got you covered. Swing in, grab your favorites, and make your beach day delicious! 🏖️🥪

📍1506 39th Street, Galveston
⏰ Weekdays 9–5
⏰ Weekends 8–12

Come see us and stock that cooler before you hit the sand!
Galveston Island

03/07/2026

Can you believe it’s been 10 years since my episode of Cutthroat Kitchen aired on Food Network! Your favorite enchilada hopped her way to the final table where Chef Jett Tila sent me home for my concrete custard. It was such a cool experience and it led me being able to say “finalist on Food Network”. Meeting Chef Alton Brown was as cool as one would imagine. Did you watch the episode 10 years ago?

02/21/2026

Chef Jordan has spoken and will now have Cinnamon Roll Saturdays! We have a limited supply of the fluffiest home made sweetness you can get in town. Open 8-12p. Swing by and grab a 2 pack while supplies last. 1506 39th Street. Galveston, Texas 77550

02/20/2026

Freezer overstock sale! All black box meals and large soups are now $5 only through the weekend or until we sell out! All of our cases are full of fresh, homemade food. Swing in to la Cocina Market to stock up your freezer and empty ours!

1506 39th Street. Galveston, Texas 77550
M-F 9-5p
S-S 8-12p

02/18/2026

Make sure to head over to The Local Palate and check out the History of the Kolache. It’s our first Nationally Published Magazine to be featured in and we are extremely thankful for the opportunity. Our Georgia on My Mind Kolache is featured on plates from Mrs. Bernice Torregrossa. Make sure to click over and read the article.

Beautiful photos by Caroline Fontenot.

https://thelocalpalate.com/articles/a-brief-history-of-the-kolache/?utm_campaign=feed&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=later-linkinbio&fbclid=PARlRTSAQC1HRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacucbtvsdY8UE1Mvq-icWMk4h_Nkm8BUjUwT8e7wq1a2KyREV2UHxIrj5B8AQ_aem_sM01YA4BVwTqQv6EcAft5Q

02/04/2026

🎉 We have food for every party at Chef Mary Bass! From graduations to every special event, let us bring the flavor.

🖱️ Order online with 48-hour notice: chefmarybass.com
📧 Or email: [email protected]

Celebrate all your special moments with us! 💫

02/04/2026

🎉 Did you know you can order a wide variety of party platters and packs with just 48 hours’ notice? It’s true — head to chefmarybass.com and get the party started! 🥳

We’ve got food for every party at Chef Mary Bass — from graduation celebrations to birthdays and everything in between.

📧 [email protected]
🖱️ Order online: www.chefmarybass.com

02/04/2026

Fresh charcuterie boards are coming out of our kitchen left and right!🍓🍍🍇🥝 Spring has sprung and fresh fruits and our selected cheeses are exactly what you need on these beautiful sunny days!

Looking to place an order for your next gathering? Send an email to [email protected] to get started!🌞

02/03/2026

What a great time we had at open house on Sunday! Thanks for always making us look great. Looking forward to chatting with all the amazing families we met and how to turn your wedding feast dreams into reality. 🩷

01/29/2026

You must tune in to watch my buddy realchefmachete on Next Level Chef Season 5 which airs tonight on FOX. (7pm Central/Jan. 29)! I couldn’t be prouder to see all the cool s**t he’s worked his ass off to accomplish. He’s the king of a side quest and represents Galveston County and the Houston area properly! If you aren’t following him, make sure you do, his videos are the most entertaining ones ever. Make sure you’re cheering him on! nextlevelcheffox

01/24/2026

❄️ Cold Weather Closure Notice ❄️

Chef Mary Bass, Good Dough Kolache Bakery, La Cocina Market, and La Mesa Cooking Studio will be closed Sunday & Monday due to the Texas cold weather.

Stay cozy, eat well, and enjoy all the snacks you stocked up on this weekend 👀✨ We’ll be back Tuesday from 9-5, fully stocked and ready to help you replenish every last bite. See you then!

01/22/2026

🚨 Hot Box Alert 🚨

Somewhere out there… our hot boxes are living their best lives.
If you accidentally adopted one, we’d love to have it home.

👉 Bring any missing Chef Mary Bass hot box back to the store and collect your reward: ONE FREE KOLACHE

📍 Return to the store
💛 Reunite a hot box with its people

01/14/2026

Hosted the fanciest of birthday parties for my oldest 20th birthday. We channeled the Fancy Nancy theme into a tea party with her girls.

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