Chef Jamie Rentas
Chef At Home in Aguadilla
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As a private chef, I am a passionate and creative culinary leader, dedicated to delivering unforgettable dining experiences with love & laughter.
I am a passionate personal chef with a deep love for crafting unforgettable culinary experiences. My journey began at 14, developing foundational skills in the kitchen, and later expanded at Monroe College in New York City. Over the years, I've gained diverse experience in high-end restaurants, private events, and catering, refining my craft to offer personalized, high-quality meals tailored to each client's unique tastes. With a commitment to excellence, creativity, and attention to detail, I ensure that every dish I create is both delicious and memorable.

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For me, cooking is...
is an art— It’s about bringing people together, creating memories around the table, and transforming simple ingredients into something extraordinary
I learned to cook at...
Harry S. Truman HS, refined my skills at Monroe College, and gained experience in various esteemed establishments, honing my craft along the way.
A cooking secret...
is a blend of passion, creativity, & attention to detail transforming simple fresh ingredients into memorable, flavorful experiences every time.
My menus
Savory pastelillo Butter poached lobster, sofrito cream cheese, flaky pastelillo crust (Alt: chicken, beef or Roasted pork)
Fried Bread fruit Bite Crispy tostones de pana, mofongo mousse, drizzled with avocado sofrito crema
Hot Honey Fried Chicken Biscuit Mini buttermilk biscuit, crispy chicken breast, Puerto Rican hot honey drizzle
Heirloom Tomato & Avocado Salad Passion fruit vinaigrette, pickled red onion, microgreens, plantain crisps, & fried cheese croutons
Roasted Corn & Sweet Potato Bisque Creamy bisque, smoked paprika oil, cornbread croutons
Wild Mushroom Risotto Roasted mushrooms, parmesan, truffle essence, crispy herbs
Churrasco Steak Grilled skirt steak, garlic mashed potatoes, chimichurri, roasted vegetables
Crispy Fried Mero (Grouper) Coconut rice, escabeche vegetables, citrus herb sauce
Slow-Braised Pernil Puerto Rican roasted pork shoulder, creamy mashed malanga (root vegetable), green beans, pan jus
Chocolate Dessert Trio Chocolate mousse cup, chocolate-covered strawberry, brownie bite
Dubai Chocolate Cupcakes Rich chocolate cupcakes filled with pistachio cream and crispy kataifi, topped with chocolate ganache and crushed pistachios
Mini Assorted Cheesecake Bites A selection of bite-sized cheesecakes featuring: • Original New York Style • Strawberry Cheesecake • Caramel Chocolate Cheesecake
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Tuna Crispy Rice- Crispy sushi rice square topped with: Ahi tuna, Sriracha mayo Scallions & Sesame seeds
Smoked Salmon Cucumber Cups-Cucumber rounds hollowed into cups filled with: Diced smoked salmon, Avocado, Citrus ponzu Sesame
Crab Rangoon- Crab, cream cheese, scallions, garlic Served with: Sweet chili-guava dipping sauce or a pineapple soy sauce
Coconut shrimp served with a piña colada dipping sauce
Puerto Rican Roll- Tempura shrimp, Avocado Cucumber Topped with: Sweet plantain slices & Eel sauce
Spicy Tuna Roll- Tuna, Cucumber, Spicy mayo Topped with Sesame seeds & Scallions
Caribbean Salmon Roll-Salmon, Avocado, Cream cheese Topped with: Mango & Sweet soy glaze
Rainbow roll- crab, cucumber, avocado, inside with tuna, salmon, and snapper
Seared Salmon Rice Bowl- Sushi rice topped with: Seared salmon, Avocado, Pickled cucumber, Spicy mayo, Eel sauce
Tuna Poke Bowl- Sushi rice with Ahi tuna, Edamame, Mango, Cucumber served with a Sesame soy dressing
Teriyaki Shrimp & Coconut Rice Jumbo shrimp, House teriyaki glaze, Coconut rice garnished with Scallions & Sesame
Miso Glazed Grouper glazed with a sweet miso-soy reduction, served over sushi rice with sautéed bok choy and pickled cucumber
Tempura Fried Ice Cream- Vanilla ice cream coated in: Panko, Cinnamon, Coconut flakes (optional). Quick-fried and served with: Dulce de leche drizzle, Toasted coconut, Fresh mango, Mint garnish
Fried Cheesecake Wontons Served with: Guava sauce & Powdered sugar
Coconut Mango Sorbet - Coconut cream, mango sorbet topped with Toasted coconut
Matcha White Chocolate Mousse- Matcha mousse, White chocolate garnished Fresh berries
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Coconut Shrimp Spoon- Jumbo shrimp marinated in lime and garlic, lightly seared and served on tasting spoons with mango-pineapple salsa and micro cilantro
Prosciutto-Wrapped Sweet Plantain Bite- Caramelized sweet plantain wrapped in crispy prosciutto, topped with goat cheese mousse and honey drizzle
Avocado & Shrimp ceviche- Diced shrimp, avocado, cucumber, and lime served in a crisp plantain cup with a touch of chili oil
Creamy Pumpkin and Coconut Soup-Silky pumpkin soup finished with coconut cream, toasted pumpkin seeds, and fried cheese croutons
Tropical Shrimp Salad- Mixed greens, grilled shrimp, avocado, mango, cucumber ribbons, and citrus vinaigrette
Chicken Croquette with Roasted Pepper Aioli- House-made chicken croquette served atop roasted red pepper aioli with microgreens
Pork Tenderloin in Guava Reduction- Seared pork tenderloin medallions finished with a guava-red wine reduction, accompanied by sweet potato purée and grilled vegetables
Herb-Roasted Chicken Supreme- Airline chicken breast stuffed with spinach and queso de hoja, served with garlic mashed yuca and roasted vegetables
Garlic Butter Shrimp with Saffron Risotto- Jumbo shrimp sautéed in garlic butter and white wine, served over creamy saffron risotto with asparagus tips
Coquito Flan- Silky Puerto Rican coquito-infused flan featuring coconut milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a smooth caramel topping
Pistachio Crème Brûlée- Rich vanilla custard infused with pistachio cream, topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust and crushed roasted pistachios
Rose Tembleque Panna Cotta - Delicate coconut tembleque molded into elegant rose shapes and garnished with berry coulis and edible gold flakes
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Hot Honey Fried Cornbread Bite Whipped bourbon butter, smoked sea salt, chive
Blackened Shrimp & Grits Spoon Creamy white cheddar grit, charred scallion oil
Crispy Sweet Plantain Cakes Pimento crema, herb garnish
Sweet Potato Bisque Brown butter cream, candied pecans
Kale Caesar Salad Cornbread croutons, smoked garlic dressing
Creole Corn Chowder Roasted corn, peppers, fresh herbs
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Breast Whipped potatoes, black pepper gravy
Braised Short Rib Parmesan grit cake, roasted rainbow carrots, red wine jus
Blackened Snapper Dirty rice, sautéed peppers, creole cream sauce
Chocolate Bread Pudding Dark rum caramel, candied pecans, vanilla bean cream
Brown Butter flambé Peach Cobbler with Bourbon whipped cream
Banana Pudding Cheesecake Jar Vanilla wafer crumble, brûléed banana
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Mini tostones de panna with mofongo mousse with a roasted red pepper aioli
Guava & cream cheese phyllo cups
Caprese skewers (cherry tomato, mozzarella, basil, balsamic glaze)
Avocado mousse on tostones de pana
Chicken al ajillo con tostones de pana y crema de cilantro
Chicken skewers with sofrito glaze
Garlic butter shrimp with potato and corn mini skewers
Pork tenderloin skewers with garlic guava sauce
Grilled vegetable skewers (zucchini, peppers, onion, mushrooms) with chimichurri
Mini empanadas de pernil con mojo
Spinach artichoke empanaditas
Quesadillas de pollo y tocineta (small triangles with local cheese & peppers/onions and pico de Gallo)
Mini pastelón bites (sweet plantain + seasoned ground beef+ mozzarella cheese)
Yuca croquettes stuffed with cheese
Mofongo relleno de cremoso estás (garlic, olive oil, creamy mushroom)
Mini mofongo cups with shrimp in white wine Sofrito sauce
Mini flan cups
Tres leches shooters
Chocolate brownie bites
Gluten-Free Tembleque Roses with toasted coconut and a berry coulis
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Bruschetta al Pomodoro- Toasted rustic bread topped with fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, and extra virgin olive oil
Caprese Salad- Fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze
Arancini di Riso- Crispy fried risotto balls stuffed with mozzarella and herbs
Penne all’Arrabbiata- Pasta in a spicy tomato sauce with garlic and chili flakes
Risotto ai Funghi- Arborio rice slowly cooked with mushrooms, white wine, and parmesan
Fettuccine Alfredo- Creamy parmesan sauce coating fresh fettuccine
Vegetarian Scampi with Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes- mushrooms/artichoke hearts sautéed in garlic, white wine, lemon, and olive oil, tossed with tender asparagus and blistered cherry tomatoes. Finished with fresh parsley and a touch of chili flakes
Lasagne alle Verdure-Layers of pasta with roasted vegetables, béchamel sauce, and parmesan cheese
Gnocchi al Pesto-Soft potato gnocchi tossed in fresh basil pesto, garlic, parmesan, and olive oil
Melanzane alla Parmigiana-Baked eggplant layered with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan
Cannoli Siciliani-Crispy pastry shells filled with sweet ricotta cream
Panna Cotta- Silky vanilla cream dessert topped with berry compote
Tiramisù (Vegetarian version)- Coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone cream
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Asparagus wrapped in Prosciutto– Roasted asparagus with a light balsamic glaze
Salmon Tartare– Fresh salmon with avocado and citrus, served on tostones de pana (bread fruit crisps)
Caprese Salad with a Twist– Heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, drizzled with a mango-basil vinaigrette & balsamic glaze
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup– Creamy, naturally gluten-free, with a hint of nutmeg garnished with cream & fried cheese croutons
Sweet mix & Brussel sprout Salad– Baby sweet greens, red onions, shredded carrots, roasted Brussels sprouts , feta cheese, and a maple balsamic vinaigrette
Creamy Cauliflower Soup – Smooth and velvety, garnished with chives and olive oil
Lamb Chops with Rosemary Garlic & Grilled Lobster Tails with Citrus-Herb Glaze– Served with mashed potatoes and roasted seasonal vegetables
Fried Lobster Tail with Garlic Butter & Herb Rice – Accompanied by asparagus and coconut cilantro rice
Stuffed Chicken Breast (Gluten-Free)– Spinach and goat cheese filling, served with roasted potatoes and sautéed green beans
Pistachio Crème Brûlée (Nut-Allergy Friendly)– Rich custard with a caramelized sugar top
Red Velvet Cake (Gluten-Free Option)– Moist, rich, with cream cheese frosting
Chocolate Avocado Mousse (Gluten-Free) – Creamy, decadent, served with fresh berries
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Loaded Nachos Station •Tortilla chips •ground beef or chicken •queso blanco salsa •pico de gallo •sour cream
Chicken Wings (choose 2 Styles) •Garlic-Parmesan •Smoky honey BBQ •Lemon pepper •Garlic guava
•Arroz con Gandules shooters
•Mac & Cheese shooters
•Sweet Plantains (Maduros)
•Grilled Corn with Butter & Lime
•Mexican street style corn
•40 garlic roasted Chicken Thighs Crispy chicken thighs in a creamy garlicky sauce serving in mini bowls with creamy mash potatoes
•Grilled Skirt Steak Taco bar Chimichurri, sliced thin Sauces & Fixings •Pineapple slaw •Cilantro Mojo crema •Basil Chimichurri •Pickles & pickled onions
•Sliders Bar Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder sliders Mojo-marinated, juicy, & shredded •Mini brioche rolls or Hawaiian Rolls (choose 1) •BBQ sauce •pulled pork •crispy onions •cheese
•Brownies & Cookies Platter
•Mini Tres Leches Cups
•Mini Assorted Cheesecake (original, strawberry, chocolate)
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