Personal Chef Services

COMING SOON!

Personal Chef:

Beginning in mid February I will launch my "gluten free" personal chef service in Long Beach, CA. Being that I am a chef and live with celiac disease I wanted to be able to continue to cook for people, and this seemed to be the perfect fit. The difference between a personal chef and a private chef is a personal chef can cook for several clients. The way it works is simple, I sit down with you and we put together your ideal menu plan. We discuss likes, dislikes, specialty diets, meals served, and planning a day where I can begin preparing your custom menu. I charge typically $350.00 to prepare 5 meals that are 4 servings each with sides that compliment the entrée. The cost of groceries is billed separately.  On the agreed upon cook date I will begin the day by grocery shopping for your selected ingredients. I will shop at specialty markets, farmers markets, and any grocery store that carries what I need to create your menu. I understand how to prepare fresh foods on a limited budget so I will try to provide as much cost savings as possible. Since groceries are billed separately I can adjust your menu to meet a desired food cost. When I arrive at your home I will have all of my own equipment so no need to worry about shopping for new kitchen tools. I will prepare all the meals, package them, and leave specific instructions on how to heat or prepare. When the meals are complete I will clean the kitchen area and remove all trash. You come home to a weeks worth of delicious gluten free meals that you can feel safe eating. Please email me directly through the link below if you would like to discuss planning a menu or to hear more about the service.

Dinner Parties:

I can provide in house catering for small dinner parties, ranging from 2 to 20 people. I will prepare gluten free menu options that will please all guests and create a memorable experience. I can help with the planning, food prep, and clean up. I charge an hourly rate plus the cost of groceries. I can arrive early and prep as much as possible leaving you with minimal instructions, this way you can take the credit : ) Or I can stay for the entire event. For larger parties I can arrange for servers and bartenders as needed. Please email me to set a time to discuss how I can make your next party a worry free-gluten free experience.

Cooking Classes/Parties:

Looking for a great way to interact with guests, eat delicious food, and learn some new cooking skills? Have a group cooking class/party.
Appetizer Social: Prepare themed appetizers under my guidance with your guests while enjoying some great beverage pairings. When the food is prepped we'll discuss presentation and serving ideas, then its time to enjoy what we've prepared.
Brunch/Lunch or Dinner Buffet: You and your guests will work along side me in your kitchen and prepare a memorable event that will teach you the skills of how to prepare meals for a group, and some beautiful presentation ideas.
Grill Skills: Learn to appreciate that grill in the backyard and put it to use. You and your guests will prep several items that can be prepared on the grill and delicious sides to accompany them. We'll discuss meat or vegetarian options, marinades, rubs, cooking temps and methods, presentation and serving. With 360 sunny days per year in Long Beach you'll learn skills that can be used over and over again.

Please email me to discuss booking a party or to create a custom event just for you!