Winter Menu
Available From November 16th to April 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 $15
Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Tossed with Crisp Iceberg Lettuce. Topped with Homemade White Wine Vinaigrette
*** Fennel and Apple $18
Shaved Fennel, Apple, Toasted Pecans, Dried Cranberries, Arugula, Blue Cheese and Homemade Cider Vinaigrette
Caesar $18
Classic Caesar Salad with Crispy Bacon Bits, Gluten-Free Sourdough Croutons, Homemade Caesar Dressing, and Parmesan
Greek $18
Green Bell Pepper, Grape Tomatoes, Shaved Red Onion, Kalamata Olives, Feta, and Romaine Lettuce with Homemade Greek Dressing
Warm Spinach $18
Baby Spinach and Pear with a Warm Maple Balsamic, Bacon, and Pecan Dressing
Roasted Winter Vegetables $21
Roasted Vegetables with Tender Kale, Goat Cheese and Toasted Almonds, and Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Soups
Butternut Squash $16
Butternut Squash Cooked with Onion, Ginger, and Garlic, Puréed and Finished with Sour Cream and Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
***Parsnip and Apple $19
Roasted Parsnip, Green Apple, Cream, and Crisp Prosciutto
Cream of Mushroom $16
Roasted Mushrooms, Fresh Herbs, Garlic, and Cream
Seafood Chowder $26
Award Winning Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder with Scallops, Mussels, Clams, and White Fish
Celery Root $18
Purée of Celery Root, Potato, Hazlenut and Cream Finished with Truffle Oil
Other Appetizers
Mussels $18
East Coast Mussels with Chorizo, White Wine, Tomato and Garlic. Served with Toasted Baguette
***Seared Scallops $38
Seared Atlantic Sea Scallops with Parsnip Purée, Pancetta, and Apple
Squash Risotto $28
Risotto with Roasted Butternut Squash, Spinach, Parmesan Cheese, Sunflower Seeds and Balsamic Glaze
Oysters Rockefeller $48
12 Nova Scotia Oysters Baked with Breadcrumbs, Garlic, Butter and Fresh Herbs
Steak Tartare $38
150 g Classic Steak Tartare Made with Hand-Cut AAA Beef Tenderloin and Served with Toasted Baguette
Main Courses
Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers $38
Italian Inspired Stuffed Bell Peppers with Lentils, Rice, Vegetables and Cheese. (Can be made Vegan)
Sausage and Mushroom Pasta $40
Italian Sausage, Mushrooms, Fresh Herbs and Cream, Tossed with Casserecce Pasta. Finished with Parmesan Petals and Arugula Pistou
Prosciutto-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin $52
Prosciutto-wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Sage served with Mashed Sweet Potato, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, and Cranberry Chutney
Pan-Seared Duck Breast $62
Pan-seared Duck Breast with Celeriac Mashed Potatoes, Snap Peas, Roasted Squash and a Port Wine Reduction
Surf And Turf $89
6 oz Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin with Shrimp Sautéed in Garlic Herb Butter and White Wine. Served with Smashed Red Potatoes, Roasted Carrots and Green Beans
Gluten-Free Sweet Potato Gnocchi $38
Hand-Made Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Sage Brown Butter, Parmesan and Grated Ginger Snaps. *Requires One Hour Extra Prep Time
Chicken Penne $40
Shredded Chicken with Roasted Red Pepper and Garlic in a Creamy Pesto Sauce with Penne Pasta
Salmon with BeeT Risotto $52
Oven Roasted Salmon over Beet and Spinach Risotto, Finished with Almond Brown Butter
***Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin $75
6 oz Beef Tenderloin Precision Cooked in a Sous Vide Circulator with Butter, Herbs and Garlic. Served Medium Rare with Colcannon Potatoes, Roasted Carrots, and Madeira Wine Jus
Desserts
Seasonal Crumble $15
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Baked with Crumble Topping served with Hand-Whipped Vanilla Cream
Crème Brûlée $16
Homemade Vanilla Crème Brûlée
Poached Pear $15
Poach Pear with Vanilla Ice Cream and Mulled Wine Reduction
Canadian Cheese Course $25
Three Kinds of Canadian Cheese with Mixed Nuts, Rain Coast Crips Crackers and Fresh and Dried Fruit
***CHOCOLATE CUPS $16
Irish Cream Chocolate Ganache with an Oreo Cookie Crumb Base and Candy Cane Whipped Cream
Add Ons
Prices are listed per person.
Disposables $7.50
High-End Disposable Plates, Cutlery, Napkins and Cups
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.
