Chef Heidy Morales

Chef At Home in Dorado

With 16 years of culinary experience under my belt, I've had the privilege of turning my passion for cooking into a career. My journey started in culinary school, where I honed my skills and developed a deep understanding of what makes exceptional cuisine. Over the next decade, I worked alongside talented chefs in fast-paced commercial kitchens, mastering the art of plate design and culinary innovation.

As my career evolved, I transitioned into private chef services and cooking competitions, bringing my expertise into intimate settings and high-pressure kitchens. I've delighted discerning clients with personalized culinary experiences, crafting menus that showcase their unique tastes and preferences.

Beyond my work as a private chef, I've discovered a passion for sharing my knowledge with others. As a culinary instructor, I've empowered students with the skills and confidence to explore their own culinary creativity through cooking classes, workshops, and demonstrations.

Throughout my journey, my love for cooking has only grown stronger. I'm constantly inspired by the endless possibilities of flavors, techniques, ingredients and making new friend’s , and I'm excited to continue sharing my passion with others."

For me, cooking is...

Cooking is more than just a profession or a hobby it's my passion, my creative outlet, and my way of sharing love and connection with other’s.

I learned to cook at...

Home and at Star career Academy in New York City

A cooking secret...

Enjoy every single moment and savor it

My menus

A hibachi feast

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Edamame – Steamed soybeans sprinkled with sea salt for a simple, savory treat

Gyoza – Delightfully crisp, pan-fried or steamed dumplings, filled with your choice of tender pork or fresh vegetables

Shrimp Tempura – Lightly battered and crispy shrimp, served with a tangy dipping sauce

Vegetable Tempura – A crisp, golden mix of sweet potato, zucchini, broccoli, and onions

Spring Rolls – Crunchy veggie rolls served with a savory dipping sauce

Chicken Yakitori – Skewered, grilled chicken glazed with a rich teriyaki sauce

Tuna Tataki – Ahi tuna lightly seared to perfection, served with refreshing ponzu sauce

FIRST COURSE

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Grilled Mixed Vegetables – A vibrant medley of zucchini, onion, broccoli, carrot, and mushroom, grilled to smoky perfection

Asparagus in Garlic Butter – Tender asparagus, sautéed in rich garlic butter for a luxurious bite

Sautéed Spinach with Soy & Sesame – Fresh spinach lightly sautéed with soy and toasted sesame for a savory kick

Sweet Corn with Miso Butter – Sweet, grilled corn finished with umami-rich miso butter

Miso Soup – A soothing broth with tofu, green onions, and seaweed, perfect for warming the soul

Ginger Salad – A refreshing blend of lettuce, carrot, and cucumber, dressed in a zesty ginger dressing

MAIN COURSE

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Vegetable Yakisoba – Stir-fried noodles with a mix of crisp vegetables, a satisfying, savory meal

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms – Meaty, grilled mushrooms served as a hearty and flavorful alternative

Fried Rice – A savory mix of egg, peas, carrots, and green onions, stir-fried to golden perfection

Fluffy White Jasmine Rice – Steamed to perfection, soft and fragrant, the perfect accompaniment to any dish

Yakisoba Noodles – Stir-fried noodles with cabbage and onion, tossed in a savory soy sauce

Udon Noodles – Thick, chewy udon noodles served in a rich, flavorful broth

Tofu & Vegetables 🥬 – Grilled tofu paired with fresh vegetables, drizzled with a savory soy glaze. (Vegetarian/Vegan)

Scallops – Sweet, tender scallops seared in a luxurious garlic butter sauce

Hibachi Salmon – Grilled salmon, brushed with either a miso or teriyaki glaze for a rich, umami-packed bite

Hibachi Shrimp – Juicy shrimp grilled in butter and kissed with lemon for a delicate balance of flavors

Beef Negimaki – Thinly sliced beef wrapped around fresh scallions, grilled to a savory finish

Filet Mignon – A premium cut of tender filet mignon, grilled to perfection for our special guests

Hibachi Steak – Choose from succulent sirloin or ribeye, grilled to your liking and sliced for a perfect bite

Spicy Chicken – Tender chicken tossed in a bold, chili-garlic sauce for a kick of heat

Hibachi Chicken – Grilled to juicy perfection, with your choice of savory teriyaki or garlic butter glaze

DESSERT

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Green Tea Cheesecake – A creamy and decadent cheesecake with the subtle, earthy flavor of matcha

Fried Bananas – Warm, crispy fried bananas dusted with cinnamon sugar for a sweet, indulgent treat

Fried Homemade Ice Cream – A crispy shell encases creamy homemade ice cream, served with fresh berries and whipped cream

Japanese Cheesecake – Light, airy, and fluffy, this cheesecake is garnished with powdered sugar and fresh berries for a delicate finish

Rice, Roll, Repeat

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Miso Soup Shots Mini servings of classic miso soup with tofu, wakame, and scallion. Warm and comforting, a nice contrast to the cold sushi rolls

Edamame with Sea Salt & Lemon Zest Lightly steamed young soybeans, sprinkled with sea salt and a hint of lemon

Mini Shrimp Ceviche Shots Cooked shrimp marinated in lime, cilantro, and a touch of chili, served in small shot glasses. Light, vibrant, and visually appealing

FIRST COURSE

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Cucumber & Avocado Sunomono Thinly sliced cucumber and avocado in a sweet rice vinegar dressing, garnished with sesame seeds. Refreshing, crisp, and palate-cleansing

Spicy Tuna Tartar on Crispy Wontons Minced tuna mixed with a mild spicy mayo, served on bite-sized crispy wonton chips

Nori-Wrapped Cream Cheese & Smoked Salmon Bites Small nori rolls with cream cheese, smoked salmon, and cucumber

MAIN COURSE

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Boricua roll-A bold Puerto Rican-inspired sushi roll featuring skirt steak, sweet plantains, creamy avocado, and cream cheese, wrapped in seasoned rice and nori. A perfect balance of savory, sweet, and creamy flavors with a local twist

Classic California Roll – imitation crab, avocado, cucumber, seasoned rice, nori

Spicy Tuna Roll (Beginner-Friendly) – canned or pouch tuna mixed with sriracha mayo, cucumber

Veggie Delight Roll – avocado, carrot, cucumber, pickled radish

DESSERT

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Matcha Tiramisu Cups A playful twist on classic tiramisu using matcha instead of coffee, layered with mascarpone and light sponge cake

Yuzu Panna Cotta Creamy, delicate panna cotta flavored with bright, citrusy yuzu. Served in small glasses and garnished with a candied citrus peel

Fried Ice Cream with Sesame Crunch A scoop of ice cream (vanilla, matcha, or coconut) coated in a crispy sesame crust, lightly fried, and drizzled with chocolate or caramel sauce. Garnished with fresh berries or microgreens for color

Mango Sticky Rice Bites Mini portions of sweet coconut sticky rice served with fresh mango slices and a drizzle of coconut cream. A classic tropical dessert, bite-sized and elegant

Romantic night in Italy

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Melón prosciutto skewers with a side of arugula and balsamic vinaigrette

Winter Rainbow Panzanella Salad With grapefruit vinaigrette

White bean dip with Parmesan crisp or Parmesan crostini

FIRST COURSE

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Arancini with marinara and or pesto sauce (fried risotto balls)

Chicken saltimbocca with polenta fries and pomodoro sauce

Spaghetti Rigati with Broccoli Crema

Butternut Squash Soup With crispy prosciutto

MAIN COURSE

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Pappardelle alla Bolognese With fresh egg pasta and garlic bread

Osso bucco with creamy mash potatoes or garlicky buttered pasta with Sautéed or roasted veggies

Butternut squash ravioli with pomodoro or brown butter sage sauce

Roasted chicken and smoked Gouda ravioli with pamodoro or brown butter sage sauce

DESSERT

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Cannoli dip with waffle chips and fresh berries

Tiramisu

Chocolate Budino with chantilly cream

Flying to Asia

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Miso soup with umami cucumber salad

Asian chopped salad with sesame ginger dressing

Lightly salted Edamame watermelon salad

FIRST COURSE

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Crispy coconut shrimp with orange horseradish marmalade coleslaw

Pan seared shrimp gyoza with a soy chili sauce

Shrimp fritters with a wasabi horseradish lemon sauce

MAIN COURSE

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Amabei: sweet shrimp on sushi rice

Charbroiled mackerel on sushi rice

Roasted eel on sushi rice drizzled with a sweet soy sauce

Garlic ponzu salmon over sushi rice

Sea bream with a dash of chile on top over sushi rice

Thin sliced tuna over sushi rice

Caterpillar roll (roasted eel and cucumber wrapped in sushi rice and dried seaweed with avocado and a sweet soy sauce topped with sesame)

Spicy tuna and cucumber wrapped in sushi rice and dried seaweed topped with sesame

Crispy Rice with Spicy Salmon Spicy salmon and jalapeño on crispy sushi rice

Rainbow roll (Avocado and shrimp mayo wrapped in sushi rice and dried seaweed with red snapper, yellowtail, salmon, tuna, shrimp and avocado topped with sesame)

Snow crab California hand roll (Creamy Canadian snow crab, avocado and sesame wrapped in sushi rice and dried seaweed or soy paper

Spicy yellow tail hand roll (Spicy yellowtail, cucumber and sesame wrapped in sushi rice and dried seaweed or soy paper)

Spicy crunchy taco ( Avocado and shrimp mayo wrapped in sushi rice and dried seaweed with shrimp tempura drizzled in spicy mayo and a sweet soy sauce with jalapeño garnish)

DESSERT

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Warbimochi (Chilled, jelly-like mochi topped with sweet and nutty soybean powder)

Taiyaki red bean ice cream

Steak dinner

STARTER

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Hummus olive tempenade with crostini

Greek salad ( Cucumber, Tomato, Red onion, Black olives , Roasted corn , Feta cheese with a cilantro lemon dressing

FIRST COURSE

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Sticky Asian seasonal fruit BBQ Ribs

Crispy Chicken wings with fruit Bbq of choice

Crispy coconut shrimp with orange horseradish marmalade

MAIN COURSE

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Bistecca with lemon Truffle butter

4 Cheese Baked Mac n Cheese

Blanched broccoli

Roasted Seasonal vegetables

40 Garlic Roasted chicken

Basmati rice

DESSERT

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Roasted peach with coconut icecream and candied walnuts with a brown sugar cinnamon butter

3 leche cake with strawberry couli

Puff pastry puffs with flan le crème and berry compote

Brunch

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All inclusive

Yogurts and parfaits

Fruit salads

Pastry’s

FIRST COURSE

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Chicken and waffles

Mac n cheese chicken tender cups

Coconut or strawberry chia pudding

Overnight oats

Blue cheese and caramelized onion egg cups

Bacon egg and cheese sliders

Eggs your choice of sunny side up or scrambled

MAIN COURSE

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Home Fries

Bacon

Sausage

Eggs

Hash browns

Breakfast quesadilla roll ups

Mac n cheese chicken waffle bites

DESSERT

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Crepes

Blueberry lemon pound cake

Vida Latina

STARTER

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Empanadas with filling of choice (beef, cheese, chicken, shrimp.)

Crispy coconut shrimp with orange horseradish marmalade

FIRST COURSE

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Shrimp salad with garlic plantain cups

Mini Bacalaitos

MAIN COURSE

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Arroz con gandules

Roasted Mojito Chicken

Mollejas al caveche

Macaroni salad

Potato salad

Pernil (Traditional Puerto Rican pork shoulder)

DESSERT

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3 leche

Flan

Peach crumble with coconut ice cream and candied walnuts

Fudge chocolate cake

I feel it in my soul

STARTER

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Empanadas with filling of choice

Blue cheese caramelized onion sliders

House salad

FIRST COURSE

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Chicken wings with fruit Bbq of choice

Crispy coconut shrimp with orange marmalade

Bbq ribs in any Bb fruit sauce of choice or Asian

MAIN COURSE

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4 Cheese backed Mac n Cheese

Baked Garlic Chicken

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Blanched broccoli

Buttered corn

Coleslaw

Roasted seasonal veggies

Bbq Island ribs

DESSERT

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Flan

3 leche cake with strawberry couli

Roasted peach with coconut icecream and candied walnuts with a brown sugar cinnamon butter

Fudge chocolate cake

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Chef Heidy's reviews

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6 services

We had an amazing meal conceived and expertly prepared by Chef Heidy Morales. She communicated clearly and regularly in the 3 days prior to to the event and arrived 30 minutes early despite brutal traffic from her home to ours. When here, Chef Heidy immediately went into action and every single thing she served was perfect. Can’t wait to hire her back!