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Live, In-Home Gourmet Services

Home Gourmet Menus are tailored to each client individually. Meal Plans and Cuisine Selections are based on personal preferences, dietary needs, and schedules. Our chefs specialize in special needs diets, including vegetarian and vegan, anti-cancer diets, celiac, diabetes, weight loss, and more. We work closely with nutritionists, registered dieticians, and personal trainers, to make sure that our cuisine fits in line with our clients’ needs and goals. All "Home Gourmet" is made with local, organic ingredients and all natural whole foods; all cuisine is made from scratch with utmost attention to detail. We make eating healthfully enjoyable and convenient.

ONE-WEEK SAMPLE HEALTHY HOME GOURMET MENU

Daily Salads with homemade vinaigrettes, desserts, breakfasts available

Day 1: Macadamia Crusted Grouper with Papaya Salsa, Saffron Risotto, Gingered Carrots

Day 2: Seared Scallops with Orange Miso Sake Reduction, Aromatic Black Rice, Braised Baby Bok Choy with Ginger

Day 3: Pork Tenderloin stuffed with Turkish Apricots, Pistachios, Sage, and Goat Cheese, Poached Pear Reduction, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Green Beans

Day 4: Roasted Corn and Pasilla Tortilla Soup with Shredded Chicken, Mixed Greens with Mango and Pepitas, Avocado Citrus Vinaigrette

Day 5: Burgundy Marinated Tri Tip, Mashed Gorgonzola Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus

Day 6: Roasted Vegetable Lasagna with Zucchini Basil Puree, Goat Gouda, and aged Parmesan

Day 7: Mango Chipotle Grilled Chicken with Pumpkin Seed Cilantro Pesto, Creamy Polenta, Grilled Squash

 
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Private Dining


Dining Details Chefs create your menu and your dining experience based on your vision and expectations. Our menus are seasonally inspired, and our intention is to bring the farm to your table, exciting you and your guests. 

We bring culinary magic to the comfort of your home, or the location of your choice, in an incredibly personal and intimate way. This is an experience incomparable to restaurant dining.

Our preparations are not overly complicated or unrecognizable- we use fresh, products and let the flavor of the food speak for itself. 

Our style: Real Food, done exceptionally well. 


Let us know how to create your most perfect dining experience. 

Your menu has yet to be written.


Some of our tried and true signature menu items... 


Appetizers

Seared Ahi on Wonton Crisps : Miso Mustard Vinaigrette and Wasabi Micro Greens

Ahi Tartare : Tomato Avocado Ponzu over Wonton Crisps with Wasabi Tobiko Caviar

Sea Bass Ceviche : Tropical Fruit on Tortilla Crisps

Grilled Scallop "Ceviche" : Tortilla Crisps

Salmon Cakes : Dungeness Crab Creme Fraiche Dill

Seared Scallops : Orange Miso Reduction on Panko Crusted Sushi Rice Cakes

Hawaiian Style Crab Cakes : Coconut Chili Sauce

Shrimp Cakes : Coconut Curry Sauce 

Andoulli Sausage & Shrimp Skewers : Honey Mustard Bourbon Sauce

Prawns Wrapped in Prosciutto : Pistachio Artichoke Pesto

Mini Duck Tacos : Asian Guacamole and Cabbage Salad

Sliced Seared Filet on Toasts : Brie & Gorgonzola Port Peppercorn Demi Drizzle

Coffee Crusted Filet Bites : Fig Chocolate Chile Demi

Moroccan Marinated Lamb Kabobs : Mint Cilantro Mojo

Thyme Crusted Lamb Pops : Cranberry Port Balsamic Reduction

Lavender Thyme Crusted Lamb Lollipop : Mint Pistachio Yogurt

Tandoori Chicken Skewers : Mango Chutney

Mango Chipotle Chicken or Shrimp : Cilantro Pepita Pesto 

Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Skewers : Strawberry Balsamic Drizzle

Chicken Empanadas : Chorizo, Raisins, and Olives

Bacon Wrapped Asiago Stuffed Dates

Prosciutto Wrapped Figs : Stuffed with Gorgonzola and Duck Confit

Proscuitto Wrapped Asparagus : Truffle and Balsamic Gastrique

Mini Tartettes: Roasted Pear, Gorgonzola, Brie, Caramelized Shallots 

Roasted Tomato Tartines : Kalamata Tapenade, Fresh Ricotta, Thyme, Truffle Essence


Soup

Watermelon Gazpacho : Rock Shrimp and Pistachio Pesto (Summer)

Fresh Pea and Mint (Spring)

Asparagus Coconut and Green Curry (Spring)

Tomato Miso 

Coconut Miso : Summer Veggies, Shitake Mushroom, Cilantro 

Celery Root, Thyme, and Parmesan 

Corn and Crab Chowder 

Carrot Lemongrass Coriander

Roasted Corn and Tomato Bisque : Cilantro Pesto and Feta (Summer)

Creamy Leek and Swiss Chard 

Truffled Cauliflower Bisque : Dungeness Crab

Curried Winter Squash Soup (Fall-Winter)

Roasted Butternut Squash and Caramelized Fennel : Spiced Pepitas (Fall-Winter)

Creamy Wild Mushroom


Salad

Grilled Peaches : Arugula, Humboldt Fog, Spiced Pistachios

Filo Wrapped Goat Cheese : Local Strawberries, Spinach, Candied Pine Nuts, Champagne Vinaigrette

Grilled Romaine Caesar : Rosemary Croutons and Shaved Parmesan

Roasted Tri Color Beets : Grilled Corn, Ricotta Salata, Torn Basil

Watermelon and Heirloom Tomato Stack : Fresh Burrata, Basil Oil, Aged Balsamic and Smokey Sea Salt

Strawberries and Figs : Roasted Fennel, Local Greens, Crumbled Dolce Blue Cheese, Fig Vanilla Vinaigrette

Roasted Fennel and Asparagus Salad : Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette and Shaved Pecorino

Roasted Beet, Avocado, Citrus Salad : Frisee, Feta, Marcona Almond Vinaigrette

French Melon : Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella, Torn Mint (Summer)


Entree

(each served with perfectly paired side and seasonal vegetable selection in chef's inspired preparation)

Sea Bass with Sweet and Sour Rhubarb Orange Sauce

Macadamia Crusted Sea Bass or Halibut with Coconut Saffron Sauce

Miso Braised Black Cod : Lemongrass and Kafir Lime

Whole Grain Mustard Crusted Salmon : Sour Cherry Port Sauce

Latin Mojo Spiced Salmon : Roasted Tomato and Corn Salsa

Prosciutto Wrapped Halibut or Diver Scallops : Roasted Tomato and Olive Bruschetta

Seared Diver Scallops : Grape Vermouth Sauce

Pepper Crusted Filet : Wild Mushroom and Blue Cheese Port Demi

Coffee Crusted Filet : Fig Ancho Chocolate Demi, Parsnip - Celery Root Puree

Thyme and Rosemary Rack of Lamb : Sour Cherry Port Sauce

Lavender Crusted Rack of Lamb : Pistachio Mint Yogurt

Roasted Duck : Orange Chipotle Reduction

Seared Duck : Gingered Fig Port Sauce and Fennel Relish

Horseradish Crusted Chicken Breast : Port Demi and Cherry Chutney

Braised Chicken : Baby Artichokes, Olives, Preserved Lemon

Hazelnut Crusted Chicken : Strawberry Balsamic Reduction


Dessert

Chocolate Lava Cakes: Hazelnut Toffee, Tahitian Vanilla Gelato, Shaved White Chocolate

Chocolate Souffle: Guajillo Chile, Cumin Caramel, vanilla cream

Butterscotch Pot de Crème: Aged Scotch Cream, Candied Ginger

Creme Brule- Seasonal Selections: Strawberry White Chocolate or Pumpkin Chai

Strawberry Shortcakes: Lavender Pistachio Scone, Marscapone Whipped Cream

Lemon Pound Cake : Roasted Stone Fruit and Lemon Ice Cream

Rhubarb Strawberry Cardamom Crisp : Coconut Bliss

Macadamia Nut and Orange Tartlettes

Roasted Pear Tartlettes : Earl Grey Syrup, Vanilla Bean Gelato

Almond Essence Mini Cheesecakes : 3 Color Citrus

Mini Cheesecakes: Caramel and English Toffee Crumble

Cinnamon Rum Braised Fennel and Apples : Basil Crepes



Dine in style... your style! Call or email us with your suggested menus for a custom quote. 


Plated Dinner parties typically start at $95 per person with an 8 person minimum

Buffet or Family Style Dinner parties typically start at $75 per person with 10 person minimum

All pricing based on individual factors, menu selections, and rental requirements



 
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Catered Lunch Delivery

  • Dining Details provides a unique service for companies and groups ordering lunch in.  
  • We provide a personal chef service for your office, to the same degree that we customize services to our private in-home clients. Let us know what you need, what type of group you are serving, and dietary specifics of your company. Our food quality is second to none, and our service is professional, on-time, and makes you look good!
  • Our cuisine is designed to be healthy and light, rich with fresh produce and flavor. Our intention is that your employees and guests feel enlivened, rejuvenated, and refreshed, increasing your company productivity.
  • Menus listed below are suggested for quick and easy ordering. We also offer completely custom services; let us know your budget and your suggestions, and let us work our magic to develop something unique just for you. 
  • All menus are seasonally driven, and we may sub ingredients to keep true to our quality standards and seasonal market availability.  Quality and freshness are our top priority. 
  • Companies that require daily catering can utilize our corporate personal chef services- we set you up with your own off-site chef to take care of daily lunches that fit your company culture and taste preferences. Special rates apply. 
  • Catered lunches are also ideal for real estate reps, pharmaceutical reps, or other sales professionals who frequently deliver lunch to their clients and prospects.  Boxed lunch options and pricing available upon request. 



SUGGESTED LUNCH MENU


Entree-Style Salads 

Romaine Hearts Caesar with Smoked Salmon, Parmesan, Rosemary Croutons

Spinach with Seasonal Berries, Blue Cheese, Candied Nuts, and Pecan Crusted Chicken

Nicoise Salad with Fresh Albacore

Lemon Rosemary Shrimp Skewer on Greek Salad with Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

Chicken Salad with Apricots, Roasted Fennel, Pistachios, and Thyme in Light Lemon Aioli, Mixed Greens, French Baguette

Pesto Tortellini Salad with Sun dried Tomatoes, Marinated Artichokes, Toasted Pine Nuts, Grilled Chicken

Iceberg Cobb with Sliced Egg, Blue Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Grilled Chicken, Avocado, Red Wine Vinaigrette


Side Salads

Israele Couscous Salad with Roasted Eggplant and Fennel, Fire Roasted Red Peppers, Currants, Pine Nuts, Mint, Feta Cheese

Summer Heirloom Tomato and Roasted Tri-Color Beet Caprese Salad with Ricotta Salata, Grilled Corn, and Basil

Rainbow Quinoa Salad with Roasted Fennel, Carrot, Beets, Basil, Feta, Cinnamon Orange Cumin Vinaigrette

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad with Tomato, Cucumber, Feta, Mint, Parsley, and Garbanzo Beans

Roasted Asparagus and Fennel Salad with Shaved Pecorino and Citrus Vinaigrette

Green Bean Salad with Grape Tomatoes, Feta, Sliced Almonds, Lemon Dill Vinaigrette

Grilled Veggie Salad in Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette

Tomato and Cucumber Panzanella Salad with Kalamata olives  

Thai Peanut and Fresh Veggie Rice Noodle Salad

Spinach, Blue Cheese, Sliced Berries, Spiced Candied Walnuts, Sherry Vinaigrette

Mixed Greens with Roasted Beets, Apples, Fennel, Spiced Pepitas, and Goat Cheese

Roasted Potato Salad with Gorgonzola, Fire Roasted Red Pepper, Applewood Smoked Bacon

Grilled Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta, Cranberries, and Walnuts in Balsamic Vinaigrette

Roasted Cumin Cauliflower and PeeWee Potato Salad in Cilantro Tomatillo Vinaigrette


Cold Sandwiches/Wraps

Thai Tofu Wrap with Brown Rice, Veggies, and Peanut Sauce

Veggie Sandwich with Pesto, Feta, Grilled Eggplant, Fire Roasted Red Pepper, Lettuce, Tomato, and Balsamic Vinaigrette on Focaccia

Chicken Salad Sandwiches with Cranberry, Pistachio, Roasted Fennel, Thyme, Lemon Aoli, on Croissant

Grilled Chicken and Roasted Vegetable Wrap with Roasted Garlic Hummus

Cobb Wrap with Sliced Turkey, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Egg, Blue Cheese, and Avocado

Roast Beef Sandwich with Swiss Cheese, Grilled Onion, Horseradish Aioli, Lettuce, Cranberry Sauce, on Focaccia

Roast Turkey Breast with Arugula Pesto, Goat Cheese, Fig Jam, Caramelized Onions, Romaine, on Focaccia

Curried Egg Salad Wrap with Coconut, Cashews, and Currants with Spinach in Flatbread


Hot entrees available- menus available upon request.


Pricing


A La Carte:

Entree salad only- $15 per person

Side Salad only- $9 per person

Sandwich only- $12 per person


Combinations:

Salad Trio- includes 1 entree-style salad + 2 side salads- $28 per person

Sandwich Platter + 1 Side Salad +  Kettle Chips - $20 per person

Sandwich Platter + 2 side salads - $26 per person


Add-Ons:

Add dessert for: $2 per person

Add bottled water for: $1 per person

Add Tea/Water/Sparking flavored waters: $2 per person


Packaging and Service:

Presentation platters- $.50 per person

(Includes Disposable Foil Pans)

Compostable Plates, Forks, Napkin - $1 per person


Delivery:

Delivery: $35-50, depending on location

Complimentary Delivery on orders of $600 or more


Minimum of $350 for all delivered lunches


One corporate client wrote: "You received rave reviews. We were very pleased with the quality and service that was provided. We have agreed to use your company in the future for any other events like this one."

Visit Yelp or our "kudos" section for more testimonials

 
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