Chef Denise Gabrielle
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Through cuisine I express my genuine passion for cooking & more so my care and interest in people as a guest, a new-found friend, and as individuals.
With over 40 years working in Food Service. I have worked throughout the United States at several 5-star resorts through Westin Hotels, as well The Wigwam Resort in Litchfield Park, Arizona. I have worked as a chef in fine dining, casual cuisine and international cuisines.
All the while in my career, I have enjoyed teaching cooks of all levels, competed both nationally and internationally, and now enjoy working independently with all who have an interest in Food Arts.
More about me
For me, cooking is...
I'm driven to provide a high-quality dining experience developing services & menus catered to delight & be the employee I would want for my own family
I learned to cook at...
I secured a Chef’s Apprenticeship at the world renowned 5 Diamond Westin Hotel Arizona Biltmore Estate, under one of the then top chefs in The Country
A cooking secret...
An early exposure to great food and the excitement of the celebrations around dining sparked a passion that continues to this day.
My menus
Toasted sourdough bread with green garlic butter, avocado, shaved watermelon radishes, spring greens and fresh herbs
Chilaquiles ~ crispy fried corn tortillas, tossed in a red chili sauce with grilled chicken thighs, lime crema , avocado, cilantro and queso fresco
Carrot Ginger soup (can be served hot or Cold ~yummy) topped with Cherry Gremolata and crispy shallots
Gem Romaine Salad with asparagus, snap peas, watermelon radishes, spring onions, with fresh herbs & green goddess dressing
Grilled Feta cheese on top of arugula with snap peas & fava beans, artichokes, mint, ciabatta croutons & lemon vinaigrette
Pan seared Coho Salmon on top of spring vegetables cooked in white wine & butter, finished with fresh herbs and crispy shallots
Al Pastor Chicken~ Marinated Thigh in achiotes and pineapple , grilled, and topped with pineapple salsa, cilantro & lime Nappa slaw, served with cilantro lime rice and roasted chili sauce ( not too sweet not too spicy ~ just right)
Cauliflower steak ! marinated caramelized cauliflower on the grill with pickles spring vegetables to include golden beets & spring carrots, with a green goddess dressing
Grilled Flank Beef Stir-fry in a soy and sesame sauce with spring onions, and fresh grilled pineapple and Texas fried rice or crispy garlic chili potatoes
Texas humming bird style carrot cake ~carrot, pineapple & brown sugar petite cake with cream cheese frosting & toasted pecans
Texas style Strawberry cheesecake ~ served in a mason jar ~ whipped vanilla cream cheesecake filling with macerated strawberries and a cookie crust
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Baby salad greens sweet sun dried cranberries and crumbled goats cheese Served with a honey vinaigrette
Roasted ratatouille– over polenta
Fall Harvest Quiche Bites with Sweet Potato Crust
Teriyaki Grilled Tofu Medallion accompanied with Grilled Zucchini Ribbons & Julienne Apples and Napa Cabbage
Kale & quinoa stuffed portobello with roasted sweet potatoes and tempeh
Vegetarian Version~ Espresso Encrusted Roasted Portabella, Brown Sugar Glazed Butternut Squash with Roasted French Green Beans and a Lemon Butter Sauce
Roasted Portabella over Risotto, topped with cherry tomatoes and spiced chickpeas, spinach crisps and lemon garlic herb sauce
Apple Almond Tart in a Pate Sucre Shell
TEXAS TRIFLE Layered White Sponge Cake with Orange Vanilla Bavarian Cream, Chantilly & Fresh Berries & Candied Pecans
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Mini Chicken Taco and cheese quesadilla Bites
Fried Mac ‘n Cheese bites with Three Cheeses
Angel Hair Pasta with petite meatballs, duo of a Pesto cream, and a light red sauce
American Beef Burger Sliders, with traditional fixings: Lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions grilled & fresh red Cheddar or Swiss Cheese Mayo-Ketchup-Mustard~Yellow & Grainy
Chicken Katsu Panko breadcrumb crusted chicken breast sliders, honey ginger-soy glaze, chili aioli, crisp slaw with toasted brioche bun. Served with sweet chili wonton crisps
Strawberries & Cheesecake in a Sponge Cake Roll
Apple Almond Tart in a Sugar Cookie Shell
Bread pudding enhanced with butterscotch chips & candied pecans, with vanilla bean ice cream
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Baby salad greens sweet sun dried cranberries and crumbled goats cheese Served with a honey vinaigrette
Three cheese onion tarts
Chilled-cooked tortellini skewers with roasted pepper dips
Savory walnut & blue cheese truffles
Phyllo wrapped Asparagus with prosciutto and roasted pepper aioli
Baked Bries and French breads served with fresh fruits, or pepper jellies
Spiral Lavosh petite sandwiches
Antipasto style grilled vegetable trays
Romaine and mixed garden greens with toasted walnuts, Sun dried cranberries and cotija cheese Served with a creamy balsamic vinaigrette
Grilled Vegetables accompanied with Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges
Roasted Corn Souffle and Garlic Chili Roasted Zucchini
Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta with roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Pine Nuts
Espresso Encrusted Beef Filet, Garlic Smashed New Potatoes,
Mediterranean seasoned chicken breast provolone and red sauce
Mustard glazed grilled Pork accompanied with roasted sweet potato wedges
Chicken Katsu Panko breadcrumb crusted chicken breast, honey ginger-soy glaze, chili aioli, crisp slaw with sweet chili wonton crisps
Apple Almond Tart in a Pate Sucre Shell
Crème Brule, that we can do in the traditional Flavor or we can give it enhancement of your choice, be at coffee, chocolate, grand Marnier or a twist to your liking… Served with fresh berries on the side
Strawberry cheesecake torte
Limoncello Tiramisu roulade
White Sponge torte filled with a dark chocolate mousse
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Gyoza dumpling filled with pork and vegetables, that are first steamed and then pan fried, served with a teriyaki sauce. Spicy Tuna Tower with Avocado Krab, sushi rice and micro greens
Asian Almond tail-on butterflied shrimp, fried crisp, honey ginger glaze bed of julienne cabbage
Miso Pork Pho with Glass Noodles, topped with a Jammy Egg
Miso pork with bok choy and sticky rice
~Grilled Zucchini Ribbons with teriyaki grilled salmon accompanied by julienne cucumber and Jasmine Rice
Chicken Katsu Panko crusted chicken breast, sweet & savory-soy glaze, chili aioli, crisp Nappa slaw with steamed vegetables, Jasmine Rice, Served with sweet chili wonton crisps
Bread pudding enhanced with peaches & candied ginger topped with vanilla bean ice cream
Mango Ice cream with diced grilled pineapple and Chamoy
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Trio of Appetizers: • Petite Carne Asado Empanadas with chimichurri sauce. • Ceviche Tostada Cups • Coxinhas. pulled chicken teardrops, fried at the very center, wrapped in a layer of dough and dusted with breadcrumbs
Pan Fried Branzino, Crispy Skin on over a balsamic arugula salad topped with cherry tomatoes and spiced chickpeas, spinach crisps and lemon garlic herb sauce
Cayman seasoned chicken breast with grilled vegetables & Caribbean creamy lemon sauce Shell pasta rellena with provolone and red sauce
Mole Encrusted Beef Filet, Elote Souffle. And garlic chili roasted zucchinis
The Perfect Duo, although some might call it impossible. A moist, rich chocolate cake & a smooth, gorgeous layer of flan. Serve topped with more melted cajeta. • Mango Ice cream with diced grilled pineapple and Chamoy • Cinnamon Churro
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Starter: Romaine and mixed garden greens with toasted walnuts, Sun dried cranberries and cotija cheese Served with a creamy balsamic vinaigrette in an edible Naan bowl
Butternut squash risotto with leeks and spinach
Roasted ratatouille– over polenta
~Grilled vegetables and a mustard glazed grilled Lamb accompanied with roasted sweet potato wedges
Tilapia en papillote with red onions, grape tomatoes, kalamata olives, celery & bell peppers with a lemon butter sauce Couscous timbale
Espresso Encrusted Beef filet with Red Wine Butter sauce with Garlic mashed New Potatoes ~Grilled Squash and Zucchini Ribbons and mustard glazed grilled baby carrots
Mediterranean seasoned chicken breast with grilled zucchini ribbons & Shell pasta rellena with provolone and red sauce
Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta with roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Pine Nuts
Strawberry cheesecake torte
Limoncello Tiramisu roulade
Chocolate & Coffee Tiramisu
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Individual Appetizer: Petite Sweet Dijon baked brie in puff pastry purse with crostini, Grilled Peaches, Crisp Apple Slices, Blue Cheese & Neufchâtel Truffles with grapes, rolled in crushed pistachios
Roasted ratatouille– over polenta
Romaine and mixed garden greens with toasted walnuts, Sun dried cranberries and goats cheese Served with a creamy balsamic vinaigrette in an edible Naan bowl
Vichyssoise topped with toasted garlic slices, petite croutons and a dash of emerald oil
Sunshine in a Bowl: Savory Chilled Peach Soup with Crumbled Feta Cheese, Apricots, petite croutons, brunoised cucumber and a splash of emerald oil
Pork filet with brandy cream sauce Normand with Garlic mashed New Potatoes ~Grilled Squash and Zucchini Ribbons and mustard glazed grilled baby carrots
Espresso Encrusted Beef Filet, Garlic Smashed New Potatoes, Brown Sugar Butter Glazed Tri-Color Carrots with Roasted Asparagus Spears and a lemon butter sauce candle
Pan Fried Sea Bass, Crispy Skin on over a balsamic arugula salad topped with cherry tomatoes and spiced chickpeas, spinach crisps and lemon garlic herb sauce
Chocolate Pot de Crème
Crème Brule, that we can do in the traditional Flavor or we can give it enhancement of your choice, be at coffee, chocolate, grand Marnier or a twist to your liking… Served with fresh berries on the side
Individual or shareable soufflé that we can do in the traditional Flavor or we can give it enhancement of your choice, be at coffee, chocolate, grand Marnier or a twist to your liking… Served with fresh berries on the side
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