Summer Menu
Available From June 16th to September 15th
*** = MOST POPULAR ITEM IN EACH CATEGORY
Satisfaction Guarantee
I take pride in creating delicious, high-quality dishes for every occasion. My commitment to you is to provide exceptional food and service for your event. If, for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with the quality of my food or service, please let me know, and I will do my best to make it right. If I can’t, you won’t be charged, and I will refund your deposit. I stand behind my work and want you to enjoy a memorable culinary experience.
Prices do not include chef hours or tax. For a full list of fees please click here.
Appetizers
Salads
Tossed Salad $15
Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Tossed with Crisp Iceberg Lettuce. Topped with Homemade White Wine Vinaigrette
Caprese Salad $18
Fresh Tomatoes with Slices of Mozzarella, Olive Oil, and Fresh Basil
Caesar Salad $18
Classic Caesar Salad with Crispy Bacon Bits, Gluten-Free Sourdough Croutons, Homemade Caesar Dressing, and Parmesan
***Roasted Vegetable Salad $21
Roasted Summer Vegetables with Arugula, Goat Cheese and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Greek Salad $18
Green Bell Pepper, Grape Tomatoes, Shaved Red Onion, Kalamata Olives, Feta, and Romain Lettuce with Homemade Greek Dressing
Halloumi Salad $22
Roasted Halloumi Cheese with Summer Greens, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, and Bell Pepper, with Lemon Vinaigrette
Soups
Carrot Ginger $17
Carrots Cooked with Onion, Ginger, and Garlic, Puréed and Finished with Sour Cream and Crispy Fried Carrot Strips
***Red Pepper Bisque $21
Creamy Red Pepper Bisque with Smoked Paprika. Finished with a Cheddar Crips and Scallion Oil
Tomato Basil $18
Fresh Roma Tomatoes with Garlic, Basil and Cream. Finished with Fried Basil and Grilled Cheese Croutons
Seafood Chowder $26
Classic Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder with Scallops, Mussels, Clams, and White Fish
Cream of Broccoli $18
Homemade Cream of Broccoli Soup with Cheddar Cheese
Other Appetizers
Mussels $18
East Coast Mussels with Bacon, Sundried Tomatoes, White Wine and Garlic
***Seared Scallops $38
Seared Scallops with Corn Purée, Bacon, Micro Greens, and Scallion Oil
Bruschetta $18
Marinated Cherry Tomatoes with Herb and Garlic Boursin on Sourdough Toast with Balsamic Glaze
Miso Oysters $48
12 Nova Scotia Oysters Baked with Miso Glaze. Finished with Sesame Seeds and Scallions
Asparagus Risotto $28
Risotto with Asparagus, Prosciutto, Lemon and Parmesan.
Main Courses
Smoky Black-eyed Peas $36
Braised Black-Eyed Peas with Mashed Sweet Potato, Sautéed Greens, and Coconut Milk Sour Cream
Pea and Proscuitto Gnocchi $42
Hand-Made Gnocchi with Proscuitto and Pea Cream Sauce *Requires One Hour Extra Prep Time
Proscuitto Wrapped Pork Tenderloin $49
Prosciutto Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Cauliflower Purée, and Sautéed Asparagus with a Lemon, Herb and Almond Brown Butter
Seafood Risotto $52
Risotto with Marinara Sauce, Scallops, Mussels, Shrimp, and Clams
Surf and Turf $90
6 oz Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin with Garlic Butter and White Wine Shrimp. Served with Smashed Red Potatoes, Roasted Carrots and Green Beans
Chicken Penne $40
Shredded Chicken Tossed with Roasted Red Pepper and Garlic in a Creamy Pesto Sauce with Penne
Cornish Game Hen $56
Half Cornish Game Hen Marinated with Portuguese Spices with Smashed Red Potatoes, Broccolini, and Roasted Carrots
Seared Salmon $52
Fresh Atlantic Salmon Roasted with Salsa Verde, Chive Smashed Potatoes, Asparagus, and Roasted Carrots
Half Rack Of Lamb $65
Oven Roasted Rack Of Lamb with Lemon and Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Vegetables, and Red Wine Jus
***Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin $75
6 oz Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin Served Medium Rare with Garlic and Chive Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Carrots, Broccolini, and Whiskey Jus
Desserts
Berries and Cream $14
Fresh Berries with Hand Whipped Vanilla Cream
***Poached Pear $16
Poach Pear with Vanilla Ice Cream and Bourbon Caramel Sauce
Banana Cream Pie Cups $15
Homemade Banana Custard with Gharam Cracker Crumb Base, Topped with Whipped Cream
Bread Pudding $16
Strawberry White Chocolate Bread Pudding with Hand Whipped Cream
Seasonal Crumble $15
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Baked with Crumble Topping served with Hand Whipped Vanilla Cream
Chocolate Cups $16
Dark Chocolate Espresso Ganache with an Oreo Cookie Crumb Base, Hand Whipped Cream, and Fresh Berries
Add Ons
Prices are listed per person.
Disposables $2.50
High-End Disposable Plates, Cutlery, and Napkins. Disposable cups are available for an additional $0.75
Self-Serve Beverages $12.50
A variety of beverages, including Bubbly, Perrier, Mineral Water, Coke, Diet Coke, and Ginger Ale. With ice and plastic cups. Specific beverages may be available upon request.
Custom Printed Menus $5.50
Get custom menus printed for all your guests to keep as a memento of the event.
Table Setting
Allow me to set the table for you using your dishes. This is not charged per person, but does require one extra hour of preparation time.
Additional Menu Items
I typically ask that each guest order the same item; however, for an additional fee, and additional preparation time, I am happy to accommodate almost any request. Prices vary by item and number of different items ordered.
Day-of Shopping
Do you need a few extra things picked up before your event but don't have the time? No problem! I'll do it for you. Examples may include picking up flowers, wine, ice, candles, a few bags of chips, etc. For this service, I charge a flat rate of $40 plus 50% of total purchases plus the cost of the purchases. If your purchases totalled $200, your invoice for this service would be $340.
Event Planning
Hosting an event but don't have time to plan it? Tell me what you want, and I'll take care of everything. Please contact me for an Event Planning Quote.
Private Chef Menus
You can find private chef menu ideas here. Custom menus are available upon request and for an additional fee.
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When You Book Me
As part of my Private Chef Service, I provide everything needed except glassware, plates, cutlery, and the kitchen. I like to say that you provide the kitchen and I provide the rest. You may be wondering exactly what I provide. Here is a checklist that I use to ensure that I have everything I need.
I may not bring everything on the list, but if I need it, I will have it. On top of that, it is always my goal to leave your kitchen cleaner than I found it. Yes, I even do the dishes and clean your kitchen after dinner.
