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Services & Pricing

 

Catering

Private Parties

Intimate Dinners

Vacation Chef Service

Private Cooking Lessons

Weekly/Bi-Weekly Service

Food Service Consulting

Grocery Shopping

Gift Certificates

Special Diets

 


 

Weekly/Bi-Weekly Service

This is an "All-Inclusive" Service  plan. It includes the initial assessment interview, research and planning for your special menu, travel time, grocery shopping, cost of ingredients, meal preparation, cleaning, trash removal, printing of menu and heating instructions.  

Choose from any of the entrees in the Standard Menus which include: meats, poultry, seafood and pastas as well as vegetarian & vegan dishes. Each entrée is served with complimenting side dishes. If you prefer, I will design a custom menu for you. 

I will arrive at your home with the ingredients for your special menu. I then prepare the meals to your specifications.  Whether you like your food hot or mild, low fat or low sodium, fancy or simple, all food is made and packaged to fit your needs.

Packaging options range from: Single Servings, Packed For Two or Family Style. 

All Inclusive Service Options:

Option 1.  5/4 plan Five entrees, four servings.  A total of 20 dinners for one, 10 dinners for two, or 5 dinners for four (Preferred Service Plan) 

Option 2.  Five entrees, two servings.  A total of 10 dinners for one, or 5 dinners for two.

Extra Servings Available 


Premium Ingredients

Certain ingredients, including "Premium Cuts of meat" ( Fillet Mignon & Prime Rib...), "High End" Seafood ( lobster, shrimp & crab...), Wild Game, Organic Produce, and "Free Range" meats carry significantly higher costs and are often only available at specialty markets. This can require additional shopping and travel time.  Menus containing premium ingredients will be priced based on an hourly rate for professional services plus the cost of ingredients.  


 

Special Diets

 

Whatever diet you are on (Cardiac, Diabetic, Vegetarian/Vegan, Atkins, Weight Watchers) I can help you to meet your dietary goals.  Special diets will generally require more research and planning time and will be priced based on an hourly rate for professional services plus the cost of ingredients.  

 


Private Parties

Entertaining?  Let me take over the chore of planning, cooking and cleaning so you can spend time with your guests. I can prepare anything ranging from hors d'oeuvres and platters to a full dinner buffet. Perfect for holiday parties, anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, or any occasion. 


Intimate Dinners

Want to impress that special someone? Add a special touch to the evening. This service includes a four course meal along with table service. I can even provide flowers and wine and clean up after dinner, leaving you free to entertain your guest.  Click here for Sample Menus.  


 

Vacation Chef Service New

You and your family just arrived at your vacation home after a long drive to the Green Mountains. The car is finally unpacked. You're tired and the kids are hungry. What's for dinner?  You could load up the family, drive back into town and wait for a table in a busy restaurant, or.........  

 

...Relax!  You're on vacation.  Spend the day on the slopes or out sightseeing while I cook dinner.  Return home to a freshly prepared restaurant quality meal to enjoy in the comfort and privacy of your vacation home.  I offer a diverse menu ranging from traditional comfort foods to gourmet cooking. All menus are designed with your individual taste preferences in mind. 

 

Your private chef can allow you more time to enjoy your vacation. I do all the planning and shopping, then arrive at your vacation home to prepare your meal. I even clean the mess.  

 

Service is flexible and can be one time or as often as you like. Discounts for weekly service available. 

 

Pricing is based on an hourly rate plus the cost of groceries. It is generally comparable to dining in a restaurant, but will vary depending on the menu you choose, the number of servings and number of meals. 

 


Welcome Dinner Service

I can also arrange to prepare a Welcome Dinner for you to enjoy upon arrival at your vacation home. 


 

Catering

Having a party?  I also do catering for 12 to 100 guests. From hors d'oeuvres and platters to a full dinner buffet. Click here for catering menu samples .  

 


 

Private Cooking Lessons

Don't know how to cook? Want to learn to cook something new?  No Problem!  I will design a lesson plan based on your personal cooking interests then plan your special menu and a shopping list. I'll bring the groceries and equipment necessary to teach you how to cook in the comfort and privacy of your own home. When it's done, you get to enjoy the food you have just learned how to prepare.  Below is a sampling of Lesson Plans that I offer. Lessons are custom made for you. If you don't see it just ask. 

~Cooking Light - Learn how to prepare healthy Low Fat meals for you and your family.

~Quick n Easy - Delicious meals that can be prepared in 30 minutes or less.

~Pasta Making - Make your own homemade pastas like linguini and Raviolis and complementing sauces.  

~Soups - I'll teach you how to prepare your favorite soups stews & chili's.

~Vegetarian Cooking - Learn to prepare meat free, filling and tasty recipes that could satisfy a carnivore.

~International Flavors -Where would you like to go? Mexico, Italy, Asia, India, Greece, the Caribbean?

~Sushi - Learn where to find the necessary equipment and how to purchase the freshest ingredients to prepare your favorite sushi and accompaniments.  Roll your own  Maki, Hand Rolls, Inside-Out Rolls.  Make your own Pickled Ginger & Dipping sauces. Cooked or raw seafood, as well as vegetarian.   

~Cooking for the freezer - Learn to cook and properly store ready to eat meals in your freezer 

~Breads, Rolls & Biscuits

~Whatever you want to learn to cook, just ask.

Pricing for private cooking instruction is $50.00 per hour plus food cost (minimum 3 hours).  This cost covers research, planning, travel, shopping, printing of training materials and instruction. Groceries extra. Special group rates available. Call for details.


 

Gift Certificates

Available for all services and make great gifts for: get-well wishes, newlyweds, birthdays, new parents, anniversaries, time starved individuals, holidays, or just to say I love you.  

 


 

Grocery Shopping

Don't waste your precious vacation time waiting on line in the store. That's not why you came to Vermont, is it?  I can pick up your groceries and other essential items and stock your kitchen with your favorite foods and drinks. 

 

Simply fill out an online grocery list prior to leaving.  I'll do the shopping for you so you can enjoy your time vacationing.  

 

Pricing for Grocery shopping is $30.00. Additional charges apply for delivery if not shopping on a cook date. 

 


 

Food Service Consulting

 

 I am also available for professional consults on:

  • Menu Planning & Design

  • Recipe Development

  • Staff Training

I have many years of experience in menu planning and recipe development. Don't let your customers become bored with your menu.  Keep the fresh ideas and business flowing. Let me help design your next menu for you. 

 


 

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