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The Chef’s Signature Menu

A curated six-course tasting experience featuring Chef John’s personal favorites—plated to perfection and tailored to your event. This elevated menu is ideal for intimate celebrations, private chef dinners, and unforgettable culinary moments.



Appetizers

Choose 3–4 selections to begin your culinary journey with a burst of flavor and texture.




Tomato Confit Bruschetta

Slow-roasted tomatoes, parmesan shards, and fresh herbs on toasted baguette.



Goat Cheese Brioche

Warm brioche with goat’s cheese, arugula, and pickled pear.



Smoked Salmon Toast

chilled cucumber, smoked salmon, and sour cream on toast



Carnitas

with red slaw and green salsa on a tortilla



Ceviche

on lime tortillas with green salsa



House-made Red Pepper Hummus

with chilled cucumber



Pear & Prosciutto Crostini

Cream cheese and honey topped with prosciutto and sliced pear.



Mini Arancini

Crispy risotto balls with spicy tomato and red pepper sauce.



Steak Tartare

Finely chopped steak with seasoning on warm brioche.



Salmon Belly Pani Puri

Fusion of ceviche with Thai essence.



Olive Tapenade Toast

French toast with tangy olive tapenade and sour cream.



Pissaladière

Caramelized onion tart with anchovy and olives, a Provençal favorite.




Salad Course

Choose one salad for a refreshing, vibrant mid-course.




Seared Ahi Tuna Salad

Thai dressing, micro herbs, and pickled peppers.



Thai Crab Noodle Salad

Spicy egg noodles with crab and chilled vichyssoise.



Beet Tartare Salad

Earthy beet tartare on brioche with baby greens.



Grilled Peach Caprese

Tomato, mozzarella, and grilled California peaches.



Sydney Caesar Salad

with crispy smoked bacon and egg crumble



Mixed Berry Salad

with baby arugula, goat cheese crumble, caramelized pecans & balsamic vinaigrette



Classic Niçoise

Seared Ahi Tuna



Hamachi Crudo

Fresh yellowtail with pink grapefruit and serrano chili.



Lobster Mango Avocado Salad

Finished with tarragon mayo.



Foie Gras & Lentil Salad

Pan Seared Foie Gras on Baby Spinach and Green Lentil Salad with Sweet and Sour Peppers



Ceviche Trio

Ceviche of Tuna, Salmon, and Fresh Scallops with Chili, Lime, Coriander, and Citrus Fruit




Pasta, Risotto, or Soup

Choose one to introduce a rich and comforting course.




Wild Mushroom Black Truffle Risotto

With fresh herbs and parmesan



Asparagus & Artichoke Barigoule Risotto

With fresh herbs and parmesan.



Artichoke Blue Cheese Fettuccine

Rich and creamy



Tagliatelle Primavera

With zucchini, peas, and basil cream



Cacio e Pepe

A Roman classic



Pea Risotto with Scallops

Finished with Parmesan



Lobster Bisque

Creamy with a pastry topper



Chilled Crème Vichyssoise

with buttered leek and angel hair fries



Black Mussel, Tomato & Saffron Soup

with egg noodles




Seafood Course

Choose one luxurious seafood main to elevate the experience.




Seared Sea Scallops

With celeriac purée, sesame crust, and sweet pea jus



Mussels & Spaghetti

In fresh tomato, basil, oregano, and white wine



Herb-Crusted Swordfish

With Tuscan tomato dressing and sweet potato purée



Lobster Mango Avocado Salad

Finished with tarragon mayo.



Fish & Chip Taco

With spring pea slaw and tartar dressing



Crispy Shrimp

With sweet and sour pepper dip and Vietnamese salad



Lobster Thermidor

Baked with creamy sauce and herbs



Lobster Ravioli

With thyme butter and chilled Ossetra caviar



Seared Atlantic Halibut

With celeriac purée and sweet pea jus



Seared Salmon

With Paris mash, asparagus, and tomato Moroccan dressing



Crispy White Fish

With Vietnamese herb rice noodle salad and lime coconut jus



Oven-Roasted Sea Bass

With ratatouille and olive oil spaghetti



Harissa Salmon

With herb yogurt and Moroccan couscous




Sorbet Intermezzo

A refreshing palate cleanser to transition between courses.





Main Course

Choose one showstopping entrée to anchor the meal.




Chateaubriand

Herb and pepper crusted, carved tableside, with fondant potatoes and red wine jus



Beef Wellington

Prime filet with Paris mash and red wine pepper sauce



Filet Mignon Au Poivre

With truffle fries and ratatouille



New York Strip Steak

With Parmesan potatoes, grilled vegetables, and chef’s herb butter



Duck Duo

Roasted breast with citrus glaze and confit leg herb salad



Rack of Lamb

With gratin potatoes, vegetables, and minted jus



Filet Steak

With potato gratin and green beans wrapped in bacon



Crispy Duck Breast

In red coconut curry with glazed pineapple and egg noodles



Rib Eye Steak

With green pepper cream and truffle fries



Pork Tenderloin

With mustard, smashed pee wee potatoes, and glazed Brussels sprouts



Seared Wagyu Filet

With fondant potatoes, red wine jus, and horseradish cream



Wagyu Filet & Duck Fat Potato

With mushrooms and chardonnay grape jus



Stuffed Chicken Breast

With wild mushrooms, truffle, asparagus, and Paris mash



Moroccan Lamb Stew

With Lebanese rice and fattoush salad



Grilled Lamb Cutlets

With crushed potatoes and tabouli salad



Flat Iron Steak

Charred with balsamic honey, Greek lemon rice, and almond bean salad



Sautéed Lemon-Scented Chicken Breasts

with wild fennel & rosemary, served with grilled garlic potatoes




Dessert

Choose one indulgent finale to conclude the experience.




Almond Frangipane Tart

With poached cherries and mascarpone cream



Apple Tarte Tatin

With vanilla bean ice cream



Chocolate Pistachio Tart

With raspberry sorbet



Coconut Crème Brûlée



Vanilla Crème Brûlée

with mixed berries and biscotti



Lemon & Lime Tart

with berry compote and heavy cream



Sticky Toffee Pudding

with butterscotch sauce and vanilla bean ice cream



Flourless Chocolate Cake

Made with ground almonds, served with vanilla ice cream



Eton Mess

Crispy meringue, vanilla ice cream, and berries



Classic Baked Alaska

Flambéed tableside



Custom Birthday Cakes

Available upon request




Chef’s Parting Gift

Leave with a thoughtful surprise—Chef John’s signature farewell for every guest.



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