Private chef

Whether you are looking for a beautiful dinner party, relaxed family dining for the duration of your vacation or sunset canapés I will work with you to provide the perfect menu for any occasion. Gourmet, plant-based cuisine in the comfort of your own home or  vacation rental. Please look at some of the sample menus below, get in contact and I can design your perfect menu.

Retreat chef

Having cooked for a variety of retreats and yoga teacher trainings, I understand the importance of the role food plays in people's enjoyment of their overall experience. I will lovingly create a menu, tailored to your requirements, to have your guests feeling nourished, excited for meal times, satisfied and ready to enjoy everything that your retreat has to offer. Costa Rica and Santa Teresa in particular is a spectacular venue and I look forward to working with you to make your retreat an unforgettable experience.

I have also cooked for and hosted plant medicine retreats and worked with plant medicine since 2013. I understand not only the importance of the dietary restrictions but also of the role of the support team in creating a sacred, safe and loving container in which people can do their work.

Vegan Nights

Join me every month as we put on gourmet pop-up dinners around the town featuring beautiful and food delicious vegan menus. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to find out about the next one.

Cooking classes

The vegan tide is rising and more and more people are evaluating their belief systems and getting into plant based food. However it can be daunting and having some delicious recipes under your belt can make the transition easier. I offer cooking classes for all levels and vegan or not you will learn some delicious dishes. Come and join me in my kitchen and we can delve into what makes plant-based food so great, look at food combinations and cooking techniques, have fun and get inspired to create your own amazing plant based dishes when you leave.

Private Dining 3 Course Sample Menu

($95-$120pp)

Served in the comfort of your home or vacation rental with nothing to worry about apart from enjoying beautiful food. Here is just a taste of what we have to offer.

To Start

-Beetroot Tart-

Shredded beet and mango marinated with orange and thyme topped with tahini cream and served in a garlic and walnut tart crust with beetroot puree, pickled beets and dressed leaves.

-Onion Bhaji-

A crispy indian style onion fritter of red onion and cilantro fried in a spiced chickpea flour and beer batter and served with spicy pineapple chutney and onion salad.

-Tropical Ceviche-

A delicate and refreshing ceviche of fresh coconut in lemon juice and mixed with orange, mango, avocado, herbs and coconut milk and served with ‘crispy seaweed’ and plantain chips.

-Cauliflower Satay Skewers-

Cauliflower florets poached in a veggie stock and marinated in soy, lime, and sesame oil before being seared in a honey glaze and served with a peanut dipping sauce, toasted peanuts and dressed leaves.

-Arancini Caprese-

Decadent white wine risotto stuffed with  vegan mozzarella, cherry tomatoes and basil covered in crispy panko breadcrumbs and served with basil pesto and green salad.

-Smoked Carrot Salmon-

Luxurious lox style carrots on a flax seed flatbread with a cucumber and caper salad crispy kaleseaweed.

Main Dishes

-Sage & Apple Sausage and White Beans-

Delicious homemade vegan sausage, served on a bed of garlic and lemon white bean puree, drizzled with chimichurri sauce with roasted balsamic cherry tomatoes and mixed greens.

-Golden Risotto-

A golden risotto with wine, garlic, almond parmesan, squash and saffron served with slices of delicious, garlic green beans, cherry tomatoes and a pesto sauce.

-Squash Curry-

Succulent slices of roast squash with an almond crust and tamarind drizzle served with a fragrant jasmine and coconut rice ball with orange and ginger curry sauce, spicy carrots and pickled pink onions.

-Cauliflower and Potato Dauphinoise-

Cauliflower slices poached in cider and finished with a honey and thyme glaze served with garlic and rosemary potato dauphinoise, beetroot puree and wilted greens.

-Vegetable Medley Stack-

A delicious tower of different tastes and textures with roast peppers, portabello mushroom, sweet potato rosti, crispy onion rings and wilted greens served with roast tomato sauce and herby pesto

-Moroccan Style Stuffed Pepper-

A fruity blend of couscous, caramelized onion, roast vegetables, apricots, herbs and spices served in a sweet roast pepper with an olive and lemon tapenade, and spicy carrots.

To Finish

-Chocolate Orange ‘Trits’-

Luxurious (but dairy free) chocolate orange mousse sandwiched between layers of gooey orangey biscuit.

-Tiramisu-

Layers of coffee soaked vanilla sponge, rich cashew vanilla cream and dark chocolate served with a swipe of salted caramel sauce.

-Cacao and Coffee Cashew Torte-

A rich and creamy chocolate torte with a hint of coffee and a splash of rum, perfect to finish any meal.

Family dining and retreat sample menu

A less formal dining experience for families and groups who want to enjoy delicious food in the comfort of their home or vacation rental. All shopping, cooking and cleaning taken care of.

Breakfast

Gallo pinto,  tofu scramble, pico de gallo, avocado and fresh fruits

Smoky refried beans on patacones with roast corn 

Coconut and mango chia pudding with a fruity oat bar

Coconut porridge with caramelised pineapple and almonds

Lunch

Plantain tacos with a chipotle mayo and a side of tahini and orange coleslaw

Crunchy veggie rolls with peanut dipping sauce

Raw zucchini pasta with pesto and sun-dried tomatoes

Falafel and hummus wrap with green salad

Butternut squash soup with fresh bread

Eggplant and balsamic tomato sandwich with green salad

‘Tico’ quinoa salad with beans, avocado, fresh herbs and patacones

Dinner

Vegan sausage with mashed potatoes, roast cherry tomatoes and green salad

Homemade herby pasta with roast squash and tomato sauce, sauteed garlic mushrooms and pesto

V burger in a fresh bun with pickles, potato wedges and coleslaw

Seared mushroom, noodles and ginger and garlic stir fried veggies

‘Fish and chips’ poached cauliflower in a beer batter with lemon and mint pea puree and potato wedges

Spicy bean casserole on curried sweet potato mash and greens

Vegetable curry with korma style Indian sauce, brown rice and onion salad

Pricing Guide

Our prices are flexible depending on the menu you choose after consulting with me but this is a rough guide based on 6 or more persons

Breakfast, lunch and dinner $80 per person

Brunch and dinner $65 per person

Dinner $50 per person