Sample Menus
Every menu I create is as unique as the guests at the table. These past menus are here to inspire you — not limit you. When you book a private chef experience, we’ll collaborate on something personal, seasonal, and unforgettable.
Valentine’s Dinner for Six
A luxurious multi-course experience, crafted for an unforgettable night in.
First Bites
• Salmon Tartare on Crispy Rice
• Mini Lobster Rolls
• Oysters on the Half Shell with Wasabi Tobiko
Warm Starters
• Seared Scallops with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Main Course
• Braised Short Ribs, Potato Mousseline, Charred Broccolini
Dessert
• Orange Cardamom Upside-Down Cake
Cozy Evening In
A moody, flavor-forward menu perfect for an intimate night with good conversation and better bites.
Small Plates
• Poached Shrimp in Tomatillo Aquachile with Serrano, Golden Beet Relish & Shrimp Oil
• Fire-Roasted Eggplant with Roasted Garlic on Toasted Baguette — Balsamic, Sesame, Crispy Garlic & Herbs
• Smoked Fish Rillette with Chives, Lemon Zest, Dill & Salmon Roe, served with Housemade Potato Chips
• Sunflower Tahini with Toasted Nut & Herb Dukkah, served with Warm Naan
• Grilled Octopus with Potatoes, N’duja Sausage & Fresh Herbs
Sweet Finish
• Chocolate Crémeux with Toasted Marshmallow
• Pavlova with Orange Curd & Candied Orange Peel
Wine-Paired Dinner
A thoughtfully curated multi-course experience with intentional pairings to highlight bold flavors and seasonal ingredients.
First Bites
• Seared Steak Tartlet with Chicken Liver Mousse, Radish & Chive
• Smoked Fish Rillette with Preserved Lemon on Lavash Cracker
• Vegetable Provençal Tuile
Warm Starter
• Squid Ink Pasta with Cherry Tomato Sauce & Shrimp
Wine Pairing: La Caña Albariño, Rías Baixas 2023
Main Course
• Seared Duck with Parsnip Purée & Cherries
Wine Pairing: Hahn Estate SLH Pinot Noir, Santa Lucia Highlands 2019
Dessert
• Espresso Dark Chocolate Trifle
Ready to create your own custom menu?
Bachelorette Dinner: Mexican-Inspired Menu
A vibrant, family-style feast designed for a night of celebration, flavor, and fun.
Proteins
• Slow-Braised Pork Carnitas
• Shredded Adobo Chicken
• Garlic-Lime Shrimp
Build-Your-Own Tacos
Served with soft and hard tortillas and a variety of fresh toppings:
• Guacamole
• Salsa Verde
• Pico de Gallo (classic or with pineapple)
• Pickled Red Onions
• Fresh Cilantro & Lime Wedges
Sides
• Elote Salad (Mexican Street Corn Style)
• Black Beans
• Mexican Rice