Chef Amanda Kristiansen

Chef At Home in Vancouver

I immersed myself in various styles of cuisine and explored the art of cooking across diverse kitchens and experiences. I've travelled quite a bit and I bring back tastes and techniques with me. With a background spanning multiple cuisines and settings, I thrive on creating new dishes, experimenting with flavours, and sharing my passion for food with others.

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is more than a skill; it’s my passion and lifestyle. I love the power of food to bring people together, creating moments that linger.

I learned to cook at...

I've had the privilege of training under some incredibly talented chefs who guided me in the industry

A cooking secret...

Letting each ingredient shine. I believe that great cooking is about highlighting the natural flavour of every element, allowing them to come together

My menus

Indulge Menu - Spring

STARTER

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Fresh Bread Served with Seasonal Compound Butter

Fresh Bread served with Whipped Butter

Focaccia - Fresh baked focaccia, oil & balsamic

Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri

FIRST COURSE

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Beet Carpaccio - Shaved Beets, Beet Puree, Parmesan, Olive Oil, Nuts

Carrots - Roasted Carrots, Carrot Puree, Cashew Cream, Carrot Top Oil, Pistachios

Arugula Salad - Arugula, Asparagus, Lemon, Parmesan, Olive Oil

Pear Salad - Arugula, Pear, Gorgonzola, Roasted Nuts

Parsnip Soup - Parsnips, Bacon, Chives

Brussel Sprout Salad - Shaved Brussels, Parmesan, Cranberries, Nuts & Creamy Parmesan Dressing

MAIN COURSE

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Beef Bourguignon served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots

Butternut Squash Risotto - Butternut Squash, Parmesan served with Roasted Chicken Breast

Street Corn Risotto - Corn Stock, Corn Puree, Feta, Cilantro, Mexican Style Prawns

Spanish Chicken - Paprika Chicken Breast, Hazelnut Crumble, Romesco Sauce, Roasted Potatoes & Roasted Vegetables

Chicken Breast - Roasted Chicken, Squash Puree, Snap Peas & Chicken Jus

BC Wild Salmon - Salmon, Roasted Baby Potatoes, Maple Glazed Carrots & Lemon-Dill Butter

Flank Steak - Marinated Flank Steak, Leek & Potato Puree, Roasted Wild Mushrooms & Chimichurri

Coq Au Vin - Red Wine Braised Chicken, Carrots, Celery, Leek & Garlic Mashed Potatoes

DESSERT

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Vegan Chocolate Mousse - Coconut Chocolate Mousse, Vegan Whipping Cream & Fresh Berries

Vegan Olive Oil Cake - Lemon / Citrus Olive Oil Cake, Vegan Whipping Cream, Fresh Citrus

Balsamic Cheesecake - Aged Balsamic, Graham Crumble, Fresh Berries

Chocolate Horchata Mousse - Shaved Dark Chocolate, Shortbread Cookie

Vegan Panna Cotta - Coconut Panna Cotta, Yuzu / Citrus & Berry Compote

Pina Colada Panna Cotta - Coconut Panna Cotta, Pineapple Coulis, Cherry & Toasted Coconut Flakes

Tiramisu Trifle - Espresso Caramel, Coffee Soaked Lady Fingers, Vanilla Cream

Mason Jar Pie - Seasonal Flavours served with Vanilla Cream

Brûlée Banana - Brûlée Bananas, Whipped Mascarpone, Honey & Nuts

Creme Brûlée - Seasonal Flavours

Exclusive Menu - Fall

STARTER

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Fresh Bread Served with Seasonal Compound Butter

Fresh Bread served with Whipped Butter

Focaccia - Fresh baked focaccia, oil & balsamic

Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri

FIRST COURSE

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Figs - Fresh Figs, Whipped Feta, Berries, Pistachios, Hot Honey, Balsamic

X3 Oysters each - 3 Seasonal Mignonettes

Butternut Squash Soup - Roasted Butternut Squash, Nutmeg, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

Fall Sprouts - Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Crispy Bacon, Dried Cranberries & Maple Vinaigrette

Flatbread - Pear, Brie, Bacon & Honey

Pear Salad - Arugula, Pear, Gorgonzola, Roasted Nuts

MAIN COURSE

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Duck Breast - Cherry Glazed Duck Breast, Parsnip Puree, Roasted Carrots & Hazelnuts

Braised Beef Short Rib - 8 Hour Braised Short Rib, Root Vegetable Puree, Roasted Vegetables & Pan Jus

Fall Salmon - BC Wild Salmon, Roasted Brussels, Wild Rice & Maple-Mustard Glaze

Cranberry-Sage Chicken - Roast Chicken Breast, Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Root Vegetables & Cranberry-Sage Sauce

Fall Halibut - Oven Roasted Halibut, Sweet Potato Puree, Brussel Sprouts & Citrus-Herb Butter Sauce

Ravioli di Zucca - Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter, Sage and Toasted Nuts

Fall Steak - Beef Sirloin, Celeriac - Cauliflower Puree, Roasted Vegetables & Salsa Verde

Miso Salmon - Miso Glazed Salmon, Charred Bok Choy, Root Vegetable Puree

Halibut Truffle Risotto - Seared Halibut, Truffle Risotto, Local Wild Mushrooms & Fresh Herbs

DESSERT

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Blackberry & Lavender Tart - BC Blackberries and Lavender Cream, Whipped Honey Cream

Figs - Maple-Roasted Figs, Honey Mascarpone, Toasted Almonds

Chai Chocolate Mousse - Shaved Dark Chocolate, Chai Spice

Vegan Chocolate Mousse - Coconut Chocolate Mousse, Vegan Whipping Cream & Fresh Berries

Baked Apples - BC Apples, Cinnamon-Sugar, Chopped Walnuts, Whipped Cream

Mason Jar Cheesecake - Seasonal Cheesecake Flavour

Mason Jar Pie - Seasonal Flavours served with Vanilla Cream

Eton Mess - Meringue, Whipped Cream, Fresh Seasonal Berries

Pumpkin Pie - BC Pumpkins, Warm Spices, Bourbon Whipped Cream

Winter's Embrace

STARTER

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House Bread with Cultured Butter & Smoked Salt

House Bread with Whipped Honey Butter

Warm Olives & Spiced Nuts - Marinated Citrus Rosemary Olives, Toasted Nuts with Maple, Chili & Rosemary

Fresh Focaccia served with Whipped Goat Cheese & Balsamic Reduction

FIRST COURSE

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Celeriac & Apple Soup - Roasted Celeriac, BC Apples, Local Honey, Herbs

Beet Carpaccio - Shaved Beets, Beet Puree, Parmesan, Olive Oil, Nuts

Beet Salad - Beets, Arugula, Oranges, Candied Nuts, Balsamic, Goat Cheese

Roasted Cauliflower - Charred Cauliflower, Romesco Sauce, Chimichurri, Herb Oil

Squash - Roasted Delicata Squash, Labneh, Dukkah, Pomegranate

Winter Oysters (2ea) - Champagne Mignonette, Pickled Shallot & Cucumber

Winter Prawn Crudo - Prawns, Blood Orange/Grapefruit, Fennel, Radish, Citrus Olive Oil, Fresh Herbs, Pistachios

MAIN COURSE

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Braised Beef Short Rib - 8 Hour Braised Short Rib, Root Vegetable Puree, Roasted Vegetables & Pan Jus

Butternut Squash Risotto - Butternut Squash, Parmesan, Vegetable Stock

Chicken & Mushroom Risotto - Wild Mushrooms, Thyme, Parmesan, Roasted Chicken

Winter Hanger Steak - Seared Hanger Steak, Red Wine Jus, Root Vegetable Puree, Sautéed Winter Greens

BC Wild Salmon - Salmon, Roasted Baby Potatoes, Maple Glazed Carrots & Lemon-Dill Butter

Coq Au Vin - Red Wine Braised Chicken, Carrots, Celery, Leek & Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Maple Glazed Chicken Thighs - Oven Roasted Chicken Thighs, Maple - Mustard Glaze, Root Vegetables & Mashed Potatoes

Acorn Squash - Stuffed Acorn Squash, Braised Lentils, Quinoa, Roasted Vegetables & Cranberries

DESSERT

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Apple Crisp - BC Apples, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Oat Topping & Vegan Whipped Cream

Black Forest Trifle - Brownie, Dark Cherry Compote, Chocolate Mousse, Whipping Cream, Shaved Chocolate

Brûlée Banana - Brûlée Bananas, Whipped Mascarpone, Honey & Nuts

Chai Chocolate Mousse - Shaved Dark Chocolate, Chai Spice

Sticky Toffee Pudding - Date Cake, Warm Toffee Sauce & Whipped Cream

Winter Panna Cotta - Cardamom, Blood Oranges, Vanilla Bean

Chocolate Pot de Creme - Chocolate Custard, Hazelnuts, Sea Salt

Yuzu & Cedar

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Furikake Focaccia - Whipped Miso Butter

Charcoal - Infused Bread - Fermented Hot Honey Butter

Scallion & Toasted Sesame Focaccia - Whipped Miso Butter

Edamame - Sea Salt, Togarashi

FIRST COURSE

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Miso Beet Carpaccio - Miso Glaze, Yellow Beets, Beet Puree, Pickled Shallots, Micros

Sesame Cucumber Salad - Fresh Cucumbers, Fermented Hot Honey, Sesame, Tamari, Pickled Ginger, Scallions

Japanese Salmon Crudo - Salmon, Daikon, Nori, Sesame Seeds, Wasabi - Avocado Puree, Yuzu - Citrus Dressing

Miso Caesar Salad - Greens, Miso, Toasted Sesame, Wonton Chips, Umami Caesar Dressing

Avocado & Salmon Stack - Salmon, Avocado Puree, Sesame Seeds, Yuzu - Ponzu, Cucumber

MAIN COURSE

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Miso Salmon - Miso Glazed Salmon, Charred Bok Choy, Root Vegetable Puree

Miso-Tamari Chicken - Chicken Breast, Miso-Tamari Glaze, Sweet Potatoes, Roasted Vegetables

Herbed Chicken - Herbed Chicken Thighs, Lemon-Yuzu Yogurt, Roasted Cauliflower

Roasted Cauliflower Steak - Miso Tahini Sauce, Toasted Sesame, Parsnip Puree

Soy & Ginger Chicken - Marinated Chicken Breast, Pickled Vegetable Salad, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

Steak - Seared Steak, Fermented Hot Honey & Sesame Compound Butter, Charred Greens, Miso Fingerling Potatoes

Miso Glazed Black Cod - Shiso, Cauliflower Puree, Sautéed Baby Bok Choy, Yuzu, Micros

Miso Mushroom Pasta - Roasted Wild Mushrooms, White Miso, Orecchiette, Marscapone Cheese, Parmesan, Fresh Herbs

Salmon - Seared Salmon, Yuzu Beurre Blanc, Smashed Edamame Puree, Roasted Carrots

DESSERT

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Match Panna Cotta - Blackberry Compote

Japanese cheesecake - berry coulis

Chocolate Cake - Miso Caramel

Vegan Panna Cotta - Coconut Panna Cotta, Yuzu / Citrus & Berry Compote

Yuzu & Matcha Cheesecake Mason Jar - Matcha, Graham Cracker, Sesame Seeds

Yuzu Coconut Chocolate Mousse - Yuzu, Lime, Dark Chocolate, Coconut Cream

Savouring Amalfi

STARTER

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Focaccia - Whipped Goat Cheese, Lemon, Sea Salt

Focaccia with Roasted Tomato & Basil Tapenade

Prosciutto wrapped Melon Skewers with Mint

Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri

FIRST COURSE

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Caprese Salad - Tomatoes, Basil, Balsamic, Olive Oil, Fresh Mozzarella

Beet Carpaccio - Shaved Beets, Beet Puree, Parmesan, Olive Oil, Nuts

Burrata Stuffed Tomato - Tomato, Burrata, Herb Oil

Tomato Carpaccio - Tomatoes, Basil, Raspberries, Pistachios, Raspberry Dressing

Italian Summer Salad - Arugula, Pear, Walnuts, Parmesan, Olive Oil, Fresh Herbs

Melon & Prosciutto - Sliced Melon, Prosciutto, Balsamic Glaze, Cracked Black Pepper, Micros, Olive Oil

MAIN COURSE

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Italian Salmon Dish - Oven Baked Salmon, Lemon Risotto & Fresh Herb and Caper Sauce

Summer Italian Style Chicken - Roasted Chicken Breast, Roasted Baby Potatoes, Blistered Tomatoes & Fresh Pesto

Italian Flank Steak - Seared Flank Steak, Wild Mushrooms, Fresh Herb Sauce, Creamy Polenta

Summer Gnocchi - Gluten Free Potato Gnocchi, Grilled Zucchini, Corn, Cherry Tomatoes, Pesto & Fresh Herbs

Prawn & Mushroom Risotto - Wild Mushrooms, Thyme, Parmesan, Garlic Butter Prawns

Chicken al Limone - Roasted Chicken Breast, Lemon - Rosemary Sauce, Roasted Vegetables & Mashed Potatoes

Summer Chicken - Roasted Chicken Breast, Root Vegetable Puree & Honey - Brown Butter Carrots

DESSERT

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Lemon Panna Cotta - Lemoncello, Strawberry Gel

Lemon & Thyme Olive Oil Cake - Berry Compote, Whipped Cream

Vegan Olive Oil Cake - Lemon / Citrus Olive Oil Cake, Vegan Whipping Cream, Fresh Citrus

Cannoli - Pistachio, Chocolate

Tiramisu Trifle - Espresso Caramel, Coffee Soaked Lady Fingers, Vanilla Cream

Chocolate Cake - Dark Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Berry Compote

Lemon Curd Parfait - Lemon-Orange Curd, Vanilla Cheesecake & Graham Crumble

Basic Menu - Winter

STARTER

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House Bread with Whipped Honey Butter

Focaccia - Whipped Goat Cheese, Lemon, Sea Salt

Warm Olives & Spiced Nuts - Marinated Citrus Rosemary Olives, Toasted Nuts with Maple, Chili & Rosemary

Winter Caponata Bruschetta - Root Vegetable Relish, Olives, Capers, Olive Oil, Toasted Bread

Mushroom Crostini - Sautéed Local Wild Mushrooms, Toasted Baguette, Fresh Herbs, BC Honey

FIRST COURSE

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Beet Salad - Beets, Arugula, Oranges, Candied Nuts, Balsamic

Curried Carrot & Carrot Soup with a Cashew Cream - vegan

Winter Greens Salad - Mixed Greens, Apple, Goat Cheese, Cranberries, Candied Nuts, Cider Vinaigrette

Vegan Mushroom Soup - Cashew Cream, Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Thyme, Roasted Garlic

Citrus Cured Steelhead Crudo - Blood Orange, Fennel, Parsnip Puree, Pickled Shallots, Herb Oil, Fresh Herbs

Root Vegetable Carpaccio - Roasted Beets, Parsnip Puree, Parmesan, Nuts, Herb Oil, Fresh Herbs

Winter Beet Carpaccio - Shaved Beet, Beet Purée, Parmesan, Blueberry Balsamic, Blueberries, Herbs

Winter Burrata - Roasted Grapes, Thyme, Herb Oil, Burrata, Toasted Bread

MAIN COURSE

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Beef Bolognese - Fresh Pasta, Bolognese Ragu, Parmesan

Hanger - Marinated Hanger Steak, Salsa Verde, Jus served with Root Vegetable Puree & Roasted Vegetables

Herbed Chicken - Seared Chicken Breast, Herbed Yogurt Sauce, Roasted Potatoes & Glazed Carrots

Miso Salmon - Miso Glazed Salmon, Charred Bok Choy, Root Vegetable Puree

Pistachio Salmon - Pistachio Crusted Salmon, Cauliflower Puree & Roasted Brussels

Chicken Parmesan Gnocchi Bake - Grilled Chicken Breast, Pomodoro Sauce, Potato Gnocchi & Parmesan

Wild Mushroom Risotto - BC Foraged Mushrooms, Thyme, Parmesan

Maple - Mustard Salmon - Pan Seared Salmon, Root Vegetable Puree, Roasted Vegetables, Maple-Mustard Pan Sauce

Ravioli di Zucca - Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter, Sage and Toasted Nuts

DESSERT

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Vegan Chocolate Mousse - Coconut Chocolate Mousse, Vegan Whipping Cream & Fresh Berries

Vegan Panna Cotta - Coconut Panna Cotta, Yuzu / Citrus & Berry Compote

Tiramisu Trifle - Espresso Caramel, Coffee Soaked Lady Fingers, Vanilla Cream

Mason Jar Pie - Seasonal Flavours served with Vanilla Cream

Coffee Panna Cotta - Espresso, Chocolate Soil

Berry Crumble - Berry Compote, Crumbled Topping, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Baked Apples - BC Apples, Cinnamon-Sugar, Chopped Walnuts, Whipped Cream

Pasta e Passione

STARTER

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Melon & Prosciutto - Sliced Melon, Prosciutto, Balsamic Glaze, Cracked Black Pepper, Micros, Olive Oil

Winter Burrata - Roasted Grapes, Thyme, Herb Oil, Burrata, Toasted Bread

Fresh Focaccia - Pistachio Chimichurri, Tomato Bruschetta

FIRST COURSE

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Cacio e Pepe - Udon Noodles, Cracked Black Pepper, Pecorino Romano

Chestnut Pappardelle - Porcini Mushrooms, Wild Mushrooms, Thyme, White Wine, Chestnuts, Parmigiano

Miso Mushroom Pasta - Roasted Wild Mushrooms, White Miso, Orecchiette, Marscapone Cheese, Parmesan, Fresh Herbs

Pasta A La Vodka - Vodka Cream Sauce, Crushed Tomatoes, Lemon, Garlic-Chili Oil, Parmesan, Pasta

Thai Pesto - Thai Basil Pesto, Blistered Tomatoes, Toasted Sesame Seeds, Parmigiano, Pasta

MAIN COURSE

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Italian Flank Steak - Seared Flank Steak, Wild Mushrooms, Fresh Herb Sauce, Creamy Polenta

Italian Salmon Dish - Oven Baked Salmon, Lemon Risotto & Fresh Herb and Caper Sauce

Prawn & Mushroom Risotto - Wild Mushrooms, Thyme, Parmesan, Garlic Butter Prawns

Chianti - Braised Short Rib - Shorty, Chianti Jus, Parmesan Polenta, Roasted Vegetables

Chicken Saltimbocca - Chicken Breast, Prosciutto, Sage, White Wine Butter Sauce, Roasted Vegetable Puree, Seasonal Vegetables

Vegetable Lasagna - Roasted Vegetables, Ricotta, Marinara Sauce, Lasagna Noodles, Cheese

Mediterranean Sea Bass - Roasted Sea Bass, Shaved Fennel, Olives, Lemon, Herbs, Herbed Potatoes, Vegetables

DESSERT

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Tiramisu Trifle - Espresso Caramel, Coffee Soaked Lady Fingers, Vanilla Cream

Italian Panna Cotta - Honey - Yogurt Panna Cotta, Pistachios, Strawberries

Berry Crumble - Berry Compote, Crumbled Topping, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Brûlée Banana - Brûlée Bananas, Whipped Mascarpone, Honey & Nuts

Cannoli - Pistachio, Chocolate

Figs - Maple-Roasted Figs, Honey Mascarpone, Toasted Almonds

Vegan Olive Oil Cake - Lemon / Citrus Olive Oil Cake, Vegan Whipping Cream, Fresh Citrus

From Forest to Fjord

STARTER

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House Bread with Whipped Honey Butter

Herb Focaccia with Juniper Oil, Aged Balsamic

Smoked Salmon Cracker - Rye Crispbread, Smoked Salmon, Crème Fraîche, Pickled Shallot, Dill, Lemon

Goat Cheese & Beet Cracker - Whipped Goat Cheese, Roasted Beets, Local Honey, Rye Crispbread

Black Pepper & Herb Focaccia - Served with a Winter Chimmichurri

FIRST COURSE

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Winter Root Vegetable Salad - Roasted Beets, Parsnips, Fennel, Toasted Nuts, Frisée, Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Seared Scallops - Cauliflower Puree, Brown Butter, Herbs

Vegan Mushroom Soup - Cashew Cream, Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Thyme, Roasted Garlic

Roasted Beet Carpaccio - Roasted Beets, Pickled Onion, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Parsnip Puree, Citrus Segments, Micros, Olive Oil

Winter Beef Tartare - Beef Tenderloin, Dijon, Horseradish Cream, Capers, Parsley, Pickled Shallots, Sourdough Crostini

MAIN COURSE

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Ravioli di Zucca - Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter, Sage and Toasted Nuts

Steelhead Trout - Pan-Seared Steelhead, Parsnip Puree, Roasted Root Vegetables

Slow Braised Short Rib - Short Rib, Parsnip Mash, Glazed Carrots, Red Wine Jus

Halibut - Seared Halibut, Lemon-Caper Beurre Blanc, Fingerling Potatoes, Wilted Greens

Roasted Chicken - Herb Roasted Chicken Breast, Root Vegetable Hash, Pan Jus

Wild Mushroom & Barley Risotto - BC Foraged Mushrooms, Pearl Barley, Parmesan

Chicken & Mushrooms - Roasted Chicken Breast, Celery Root Puree, Wilted Chard, Wild Mushroom Pan Jus

Hanger - Seared Hanger Steak, Charred Onion Puree, Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Red Wine Jus

Braised Beef Short Rib - 8 Hour Braised Short Rib, Root Vegetable Puree, Roasted Vegetables & Pan Jus

Pork Tenderloin - Seared Pork Tenderloin, Apple Compote, Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Vegetables

DESSERT

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Chocolate & Cherry Trifle - Brownie, Brandied Cherry Compote, Whipped Mascarpone Cream

Butterscotch Pot de Creme - Sea Salt, Whipped Cream

Lemon & Thyme Olive Oil Cake - Berry Compote, Whipped Cream

Brûlée Banana - Brûlée Bananas, Whipped Mascarpone, Honey & Nuts

Creme Brûlée - Seasonal Flavours

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Chef Amanda's reviews

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Chef Amanda was great! Very clear and professional communication in planning my anniversary dinner for two. The food was excellent and it was just nice to chat with her while we were eating each course and she was cooking in the background. I would happily have her cater another event.

Amanda went above and beyond to create a special surprise for my fiancé. She worked with me to create a perfect menu of some of his favourite dishes and blew us away with how delicious they were. She showed up early to set up and when my fiancé was unexpectedly late, she stayed to make sure we got the full experience. Amanda was also wonderful to talk to and had some great stories about her travels! I’m so happy I chose Amanda for our special evening and I’ll be recommending her to all of my family and friends.

Amanda was everything we could have hoped for for a private chef at our house for our little anniversary date night. Amazing and delicious food, perfect Italian west coast creative fresh fusion. I highly recommend.

Chef Amanda was amazing! The meal was incredible and we had great conversations.

Chef Amanda was great to work with. Very responsive to emails and texts, as well as flexible and friendly. She made helpful suggestions and incorporated tweaks to our menu plan seamlessly. Highly recommend.