Chef Chris-Rachael Oseland
Personal Chef In ColumbusACCEPTING HOLIDAY BOOKINGS NOW!
I'm available for the following holidays:
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
- New Year's Eve
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I can't wait to cook for you! My in-home meal experiences range from cocktail friendly interactive cooking lessons like my Make Your Own Sushi Party to nostalgic sit down Thanksgiving and Christmas meals with all the trimmings.
I've prepared bespoke meals for everything from a Surprise Engagement Dinner to Murder Mystery Parties to Corporate Networking Evenings. For the truly adventurous, I offer Deliciously Gory Grown Up Halloween Catering packages, as well as several exciting Nerd Franchise Fandom theme menus taken straight from my cookbooks!
We plan your special meal together well in advance. On the day of the event you can spend your evening focused on making up for lost time with people you haven't seen in too long while I take care of creating an Instagrammable meal they'll show off to all their friends. Enjoy your party, birthday, family reunion, or holiday! You make the memories, I'll make the food.
With me, you're getting ServSafe Certified Personal Chef with over a decade of culinary experience who specializes in Dietary Restrictions. My work has given me extensive hands-on experience with popular dietary trends. As a personal chef I’ve cooked Paleo (including Paleo-AIP and Pegan), Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Keto, Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, and more. I’m always ready to tailor menus around my client’s personal tastes and needs, as well as those of your guests.
More about me
For me, cooking is...
An expression of creativity, love, and optimism. No matter how your day goes, you can always make things better with a good meal.
I learned to cook at...
Believe it or not, a love of chemistry led me to cooking! I'm endlessly fascinated by the science behind WHY food does what it does in the kitchen!
A cooking secret...
Continuing education. In addition to keeping up with my certifications I constantly listen to food podcasts and audiobooks while I work and commute.
My menus
Rainbow Fruit Kabobs with Red Strawberries, Oranges, Yellow Starfruit, Green Grapes, and Blueberries with a sweet White Balsamic Drizzle (feel free to sub in your favorite fruits!)
Rainbow Pasta Salad with 7 Colors of Noodles in a Zesty Garlic Sauce
Rainbow Crostini with Red Tomatoes, Roasted Orange Sweet Potatoes, Yellow Bell Peppers, Green Avocado and Chef Grown Basil, Blueberries, and Purple Cabbage
Vegan Grazing Board with rainbow hummus—avocado, roasted beetroot, turmeric, roasted red pepper, baked purple sweet potato and roasted cabbage, plus 6 colors of fresh vegetables (optional cheeses can be added)
Smörgåstårta: Swedish Sandwich Cake (with your choice of fillings) Wrapped in Herbed Cream Cheese "icing" and Artfully Decorated with Rainbow Spring Vegetables and Herbs
Rainbow Fruit Salad Plate with Red Strawberries, Oranges, Yellow Pineapple, Green Kiwi, Blueberries, and Purple Grapes (can optionally be made into Sangria instead of served as a platter)
Rainbow Chicken Salad with Red Cherry Tomatoes, Marinated Orange Carrots, Yellow Marinated Chicken, Green Avocado and Spinach, Purple Cabbage, and Blueberries
Vegan Rainbow Tea Sandwiches with Red Radishes, Orange Marinated Carrots, Yellow Bell Peppers, Green Spinach, and Purple Cabbage
Rainbow Spiralized Salad with Red Beets, Marinated Orange Carrots, Yellow(ish) Soba Noodles, Green Spiralized Zucchini, and Purple Cabbage in a Vegan Peanut Sauce (can optionally add roasted chicken)
Rainbow Spring Rolls with Red Radishes, Orange Carrots, Yellow Bell Peppers, Green Spinach, Purple Cabbage, accompanied by a Vegan Peanut Butter and Sesame Dipping Sauce
Rainbow Taco Bar with Red Pico, Orange(ish) Paprika-Cumin Chicken, Yellow Roasted Corn, Green Avocado, Blue Corn Chips and Purple Onions - plus additional toppings, hard and soft shells
BBQ Chicken with Rainbow Sauces in Red Smoked Paprika and Chili, Orange Cumin, Yellow Aji, Green Avocado Dressing, and Blueberry BBQ alongside Fresh 7 Veggie Rainbow Slaw Salad
Rainbow Vegetable Lasagna with layers of Roasted Red Tomatoes, Orange Butternut Squash, Yellow Onions, Green Pesto, and Purple(ish) Roasted Beets - Vibrant and Dramatic!
Ricotta and Gruyere Tart with Rainbow Vegetable Roses Made from Red, Orange, and Yellow Carrots, Green and Yellow Zucchini, and Purple Onions alongside a Hearty 7 Vegetable Rainbow Salad
100 Layer Rainbow Crepe Cake
Flaming Star Lemon Chess Pie (yes, you really set the star on fire with 100 proof bourbon!)
Rainbow Cereal Marshmallow Treats
Red Wine Poached Pears on a bed of Vanilla Whipped Cream with Fresh Blueberries
Layered Rainbow Chia Pudding Cups
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Crostini with Red Roasted Strawberries, White Honeyed Goat Cheese, and Fresh Blueberries (vegetarian)
Potato Salad with Red Potatoes, Blue Peruvian Potatoes, and White Potatoes (vegan, gluten free)
Marinated Red Watermelon, White Peeled Cucumber, and Blueberry Stacks (vegan, gluten free)
Pureed Red Beet, Blueberries, and Goat Cheese Crostini (or on Cucumber slices for Gluten-Free guests) (vegetarian)
Red, White, and Blue Charcuterie Platter
Caprese Salad Stacks with Red Tomatoes, White Mozzarella, and Blueberry Balsamic Glaze (vegetarian)
Red White and Blue Spicy Deviled Eggs with Diced Pimento Peppers and Blue Corn Chip Garnish (vegetarian)
Red White and Blue Flatbread with Roasted Strawberries, Fresh Blueberries, and Honeyed Goat Cheese (vegetarian)
Red White and Blue Flatbread with Dark Cherry Glaze, Sliced White Pears, and Fresh Blueberries (vegan)
Red, White and Blue Flatbread with Slow Roasted Tomatoes, Mozzarella, and Thinly Sliced Peruvian Blue Potatoes (vegetarian)
Sliceable 3 Layer Vegetable Terrine with Red Beet, White Parsnip, and Purple (fades to blue) Cauliflower (vegetarian, gluten free)
Blueberry Glazed Italian Sausage Skewers with Red Bell Peppers and White Onions with Blue Corn Chips alongside fresh Red and White Coleslaw, and Red, White, and Blue Pasta Salad
Blueberry and Balsamic Bison Burger with Red Caramelized Tomatoes, White Caramelized Onions, and Blue Corn Chips alongside fresh Red and White Coleslaw, and Red, White, and Blue Pasta Salad
Turkey Burgers with Caramelized Tomatoes, Gouda Cheese, and Cumin-Black Bean Mash with Blue Corn Chips alongside fresh Red and White Coleslaw, and Red, White, and Blue Pasta Salad
Flag Platter with Smoky Sweet Red BBQ Pulled Chicken interspersed with rows of White Coleslaw and a bed of Roasted Peruvian Blue Potatoes with White Cheese Stars in the upper left all on a Bed of Mixed Greens
Blueberry Chipotle Glazed Skirt Steak Tacos with Red Pico de Gallo, White Cojita Cheese, and Blue Corn Chips served with an assortment of Taco Toppings
Red White and Blue Vegan Tacos with Caramelized Red Tomatoes, Roasted Purple Cauliflower, Cumin Dusted Roasted White Yams alongside Red and White Vegan Coleslaw and an assortment of Taco Toppings
Red Wine Poached Pears on a bed of Vanilla Whipped Cream with Fresh Blueberries (vegetarian, gluten free)
7 inch Red White and Blue Cheesecake with Blue Dyed Graham Cracker Crust, White Lemon Filling, and Roasted Strawberry Topping (vegetarian)
Healthy 3 Tier Marinated Red Watermelon "Cake" with White Jicama, Cucumber, and Kiwi Stars and Blueberries Garnish (vegan, gluten free)
100 Layer Red, White, and Blue Crepe Cake with Fresh Crepes, Mascarpone, Strawberry, and Blueberry Filling (vegetarian)
Flaming Star Lemon Chess Pie (yes, you really set the star on fire!) (vegetarian)
Classic Three Layer Sponge Cake with Vanilla Whipped Cream, Fresh Strawberries, and Fresh Blueberries (vegetarian)
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Avocado, Mango, and Watercress salad with Citrus Vinaigrette (vegan, gluten free)
Bruschetta with Chef Grown Basil and Garden Tomatoes (vegetarian)
Assorted Cheeses platter with dried figs, dried apricots, and crispbreads variety (vegetarian)
English Tea Finger Sandwiches two ways - Classic English Cucumber and Curry Chicken Salad
100 Layer Savory Crepe Cake with Smoked Salmon, Shaved Asparagus and Herbed Cream Cheese
Blueberry and Lemon Scones (vegetarian)
Strawberry Ricotta Bruschetta (vegetarian)
DIY Avocado Toast Bar with Smoked Salmon, Roasted Chicken, Hard Boiled Eggs, Tomatoes, Radishes, Cucumbers, Fresh Herbs
100 Layer Savory Vegetarian Crepe Cake with Herbed Goat Cheese, Spinach, and Roasted Red Bell Peppers (vegetarian)
Smörgåstårta: Swedish Sandwich Cake (with your choice of fillings) Wrapped in Herbed Cream Cheese "icing" and Artfully Decorated with Spring Vegetables and Herbs
Beet, Orange, and Sweet Goat Cheese Salad with Chili-Lime Dusting (vegetarian, gluten free)
Tri Color Carrot and Egg Tart with Caramelized Onions (vegetarian)
Roasted Asparagus, Herb, and Egg Tart (vegetarian)
Potato and Boursin Frittata with Fresh Herbs (vegetarian)
Rosemary and Cheddar Scones with Pulled Chicken and Garlic Chive Aioli
Breakfast-Sausage and Gruyère Drop Biscuits Stuffed with Maple Glazed Ham and Greens
Fresh Herb Biscuit Sandwiches Stuffed with Your Choice of Ham or Roasted Chicken Topped with Apricot Mustard and Greens
Texan Style Breakfast Tacos with Roasted Potatoes, Roasted Onions, Roasted Peppers, Turkey Sausage, and Salsa
Classic French Crepes Stuffed with Savory Chicken and Mushrooms in Béchamel
Mexican Chocolate Bundt Cake with Warm Cinnamon Glaze
Red Wine Poached Pears with Home Made Honeyed Labneh (thick yogurt that tastes like dense whipped cream) (gluten free, vegetarian)
Chocolate Budino With Honeyed Pistachios (vegetarian)
French Pear, Ginger, and Almond Cake (vegan, vegetarian)
Classic Southern Hummingbird Bundt Cake (vegetarian)
100 Layer French Crepe Cake with Raspberries and Vanilla-Cardamom Whipped Cream (vegetarian)
Rustic Tart of Apple Roses (vegetarian)
Frozen Peanut Butter and Chocolate Terrine (vegetarian)
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Individual Prosciutto Egg Tarts (gluten free, paleo)
Salmon Rillettes on English Cucumber Slices (gluten free)
Salmon Patties with Creamy Dill Sauce
Ham Pinwheels with Gruyère Cheese
Cheddar, Bacon, and Chive Quick Bread
English Tea Finger Sandwiches two ways - Classic English Cucumber and Curry Chicken Salad
Scratch Made Chocolate-Cherry Cinnamon Rolls (vegtetarian)
Strawberry Ricotta Bruschetta (vegetarian, vegan)
Roasted Strawberry Corn Cakes with Lemon Zest (vegetarian)
100 Layer Savory Crepe Cake with Smoked Salmon, Shaved Asparagus and Herbed Cream Cheese
Lemon and Ginger Scones (vegetarian)
Spring Crudités Board with Seasonal Vegetables, White Bean-and-Pea Dip, and Carrot Hummus (vegan, vegetarian, gluten free)
Roasted Asparagus with Salt-Cured Egg Yolks (vegetarian, gluten free, paleo)
Farro and Quinoa Salad with Chef Grown Garden Herbs (vegan, vegetarian)
Spicy Peach and Avocado Salad with Pickled Jalapenos and fresh Stonefruit Vinaigrette (optional chicken addition) (vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, paleo)
Avocado Toast on Artisan Bread with Your Choice of Toppings (vegan, vegetarian)
French Salad Nicoise (gluten free, can be made vegan)
Tri Color Carrot and Egg Tart with Caramelized Onions (vegetarian)
Asparagus Frittata with Gruyere and Herb Pesto (vegetarian, gluten free, paleo)
Overnight Yeasted Waffles with Vanilla Cinnamon Infused Maple Syrup and Cardamom-Vanilla Whipped Cream (vegetarian)
Fresh Biscuit Sandwiches Stuffed with Your Choice of Ham or Roasted Chicken Topped with Apricot Mustard and Greens
Breakfast "Lasagna" with layers of Savory Crepes, Eggs, Cheese, and Pancetta
Mildly Spiced Moroccan Shakshuka (vegetarian, gluten free, paleo)
Roasted Chili-Cumin Spiced Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos with chipotle lime crema (vegetarian, gluten free)
Potato-Crusted Herb and Asparagus Quiche (vegetarian, gluten free)
Breakfast-Sausage and Gruyère Drop Biscuits Stuffed with Maple Glazed Ham and Greens
Mexican Chocolate Bundt Cake with Warm Cinnamon Glaze
Flaming Brand Chess Pie (yes, you set the brand on fire using 100 proof bourbon)
Coconut Chocolate Mousse with fresh seasonal fruit (gluten free, dairy free, vegan)
Dessert "enchiladas" made from crepes stuffed with banana and mango slices, topped with honey-coconut sauce and toasted coconut flakes (note: gluten free crepes available upon request)
Balsamic Strawberries with Ricotta Cream (keto, gluten free, vegetarian)
Goat Cheese, Honey, and Thyme Pie (vegetarian)
Red Wine Poached Pears with Home Made Honeyed Labneh (thick yogurt that tastes like dense whipped cream) (gluten free, vegetarian)
Chocolate Budino With Honeyed Pistachios (vegetarian)
Double Lemon Bundt Cake (vegetarian)
Classic Southern Hummingbird Bundt Cake (vegetarian)
French Crepes with Lemon Curd, Fresh Strawberries, and Vanilla-Cardamom Whipped Cream (vegetarian)
100 Layer French Crepe Cake with Raspberries and Vanilla-Cardamom Whipped Cream (vegetarian)
Challah Bread Pudding with Maple Glaze (vegetarian)
Upscale "Pudding Pops" (gluten free, vegetarian)
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Crispy Polenta Rounds Topped with Whipped Goat Cheese and Chives (vegetarian, gluten free)
Crostini with Ricotta, Honey, and Lemon Zest (vegetarian)
Quinoa Salad Stuffed Mini Avocado Halves (vegan, gluten free)
Watermelon, Jicama, and Lime Cups with Fresh Mint (vegan, gluten free)
Bruschetta with Chef Grown Basil and Garden Tomatoes (vegetarian)
Crustless Mini Frittata (keto, vegetarian, gluten free)
Assorted Cheeses platter with dried figs, dried apricots, and crispbreads variety (vegetarian)
Avocado, Mango, and Watercress salad with Citrus Vinaigrette (vegan, gluten free)
Beet, Orange, and Sweet Goat Cheese Salad with Chili-Lime Dusting (vegetarian, gluten free)
French Rustic Salad with Honeyed Goat Cheese, Pears, Radishes, and Mixed Greens (vegetarian, gluten free)
Spinach and Mixed Greens Salad with Pistachios, Blueberries, and Home Made Vinaigrette (vegan, gluten free)
Classic French Ratatouille served alongside a French White Bean Salad, Garlic and Lemon Green Beans (vegetarian, gluten free)
Healthy, Gluten Free, Keto Lasagna with Zucchini Noodles served with Roasted Asparagus and Ribbon Carrot Salad (keto, gluten free, vegetarian)
Vegetarian Wellington; puff pastry stuffed with a whole butternut squash, 12 hour caramelized onions, and rosemary-thyme mushrooms served with Lemon Green Beans (vegetarian)
Lentil and Rice Stuffed Red, Yellow, and Orange Bell Peppers served with Fasolakia (Greek Green Beans and Tomatoes) and White Bean Salad (vegan, gluten free)
Rosemary, Gruyere, and Garlic Yellow Potato Galette with Ribbon Carrot Salad and Lemon Green Beans (vegetarian, gluten free)
Red Wine Poached Pears with Home Made Honeyed Labneh (thick yogurt that tastes like dense whipped cream) (gluten free, vegetarian)
Chocolate Budino With Honeyed Pistachios (vegetarian)
French Pear, Ginger, and Almond Cake (vegan, vegetarian)
Double Lemon Bundt Cake (vegetarian)
Fresh Crepes with strawberries, nutella, home made whipped cream, and pistachios (other fillings optional) (vegetarian)
Home Made Chocolate Bundt Cake with Vanilla Cardamom Whipped Cream (vegetarian)
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Crostini with Ricotta, Honey, and Lemon Zest (vegetarian)
Quinoa Salad Stuffed Mini Avocado Halves (vegan, gluten free)
Caprese Style Hasselback Roma Tomatoes (vegetarian, gluten free, keto)
Bruschetta with Chef Grown Basil and Garden Tomatoes (vegetarian)
Melon and Prosciutto Salad (gluten free)
Roasted Beet, Orange, and Goat Cheese Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette Drizzle (vegetarian, gluten free)
French Rustic Salad with Honeyed Goat Cheese, Pears, Radishes, and Mixed Greens (gluten free)
Classic Salad Nicoise (gluten free)
Pomegranate, Blackberry, and Lime Salad (vegan, gluten free)
Balsamic Beef Roulade (steak beaten thin, stuffed with pancetta, cheese, and herbs then rolled into a spiral and coated in balsamic glaze) with your choice of mashed potatoes, mashed cauliflower, or chili-garlic roasted radishes
Classic French Ratatouille served alongside a French White Bean Salad, a Hearty Vegetable Salad, and Crusty Bread (vegetarian)
Sea Bass in Lemon Parmesan Cream Sauce with Zucchini Zoodles and Marinated Ribbon Carrot Salad (keto, gluten free)
Chicken Scallopine with Sage and Fontina Cheese served with Pappardelle Pasta in Arrabiata Sauce and Lemon Garlic Green Beans
Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Baked Potatoes, Rosemary Roasted Carrots, and Cesar Salad
Double Rack of Lamb Arch with Roast Carrots, Roast Potatoes, and Roast Asparagus artfully spilling out like a lovely cornucopia (gluten free)
Double Lemon Bundt Cake
Fresh Crepes with strawberries, nutella, home made whipped cream, and pistachios (other fillings optional)
French Pear, Ginger, and Almond Cake
Balsamic Strawberries with Ricotta Cream (keto, gluten free, vegetarian)
Red Wine Poached Pears with Home Made Honeyed Labneh (thick yogurt that tastes like dense whipped cream) (gluten free, vegetarian)
Chocolate Budino With Honeyed Pistachios (vegetarian)
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Caprese Style Hasselback Roma Tomatoes (vegetarian, gluten free, keto)
Crispy Polenta Rounds Topped with Whipped Goat Cheese and Chives (vegetarian, gluten free)
Roasted Vegetables Antipasto Plate (vegetarian)
Orecchiette Pasta with Tomatoes and Basil (vegetarian - can be vegan upon request)
Bruschetta with Chef Grown Basil and Garden Tomatoes (vegetarian)
Crustless Mini Frittata (keto, vegetarian, gluten free)
Pasta and Beans Soup (vegetarian)
Pasta e Ceci Soup (vegetarian)
Tuscan Vegetable Soup (vegan, gluten free, keto)
Healthy, Gluten Free Keto and Sausage Lasagna with Zucchini Noodles (can be made vegetarian upon request) served with Roasted Asparagus
Chicken Scallopine with Sage and Fontina Cheese served with Pappardelle Pasta in Arrabiata Sauce
Spinach, Herb, and Cheese Stuffed Beef Braciole in a Sunday Sauce with Pappardelle Pasta
Roman Style Braised Chicken Breasts in a Colorful Red and Yellow Bell Pepper Sauce with Fettuccini Pasta
Sea Bass in Lemon Parmesan Cream Sauce with Zucchini Zoodles and Marinated Ribbon Carrot Salad (keto, gluten free)
Balsamic Strawberries with Ricotta Cream (keto, gluten free, vegetarian)
Goat Cheese, Honey, and Thyme Pie (vegetarian)
Chocolate Budino With Honeyed Pistachios
Home Made Chocolate Bundt Cake with Vanilla Cardamom Whipped Cream
Ricotta and Lemon Cake (Lemon Ricotta Cake)
Red Wine Poached Pears with Home Made Honeyed Labneh (thick yogurt that tastes like dense whipped cream) (GF, Vegan)
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Crispy Polenta Rounds Topped with Whipped Goat Cheese and Chives
Caprese Salad Stacks
Bruschetta with Chef Grown Basil and Garden Tomatoes
Assorted Cheeses platter with dried figs, dried apricots, and crispbreads variety
Prosciutto and Melon Skewers
Crostini with Ricotta, Honey, and Lemon Zest
Roasted Beet, Orange, and Goat Cheese Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette Drizzle
Spinach Salad with Pistachios, Blueberries, and fresh Goat Cheese
Roasted Pear Salad with Fresh Thyme, Arugula, and Mixed Greens
Beef Braciole Served with Spaghetti in Marinara Sauce, Green Beans Almondine, and Crusty Bread
Double Baby Rack of Lamb Arch drizzled in Fresh Rosemary Pan Juice with a cornucopia of Roasted Root Vegetables Spilling Out
Sea Bass with Sicilian Cherry Tomato Sauce alongside Angel Hair Pasta, Roasted Asparagus, and Home Made Rosemary-Garlic Bread
Saltimbocca alla Romana (Veal with Prosciutto and Sage) alongside Angel Hair Pasta in Lemon and White Wine sauce, Thyme Roasted Carrots, and Home Made Rosemary-Garlic Bread
Pear, Ginger, and Almond Cake
Goat Cheese, Honey, and Thyme Pie
Chocolate Budino With Honeyed Pistachios
Polenta Budino with Fresh Stone Fruit and Honey-Ginger Whipped Cream
Torta di Ricotta e Limone (Lemon Ricotta Cake)
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