Private Chef Elle Mcquistion

I am a professional chef who has worked for Martha Stewart, David Chang, Daniel Boulud, Gabrielle Hamilton, and Ashley Christiansen. I have an Associates Degree in Culinary Arts and Foodservice Management from Johnson and Wales University and I have completed continuing education courses at the Culinary Institute of America. Cooking is my everything- it has taught me so much about life, inside and outside of the kitchen and has shown me the kind of person I want to be. I love experimenting with new flavors and cuisines and bringing my creations to your table!

For me, cooking is...

absolutely everything!

I learned to cook at...

Johnson & Wales University Providence Campus, The Culinary Institute of America, the fine dining scene of NYC!

A role model in the kitchen is...

My team- you're only as strong as your weakest member.

A cooking secret...

Is to never stop asking questions, you never know what you’ll learn.

My menus

A Mexican Evening

STARTER

All inclusive

Charcuterie Plate: Assortment of Spanish Meats, Cheeses, Marinated Olives, Spiced Nuts, Seasonal Fruit Jams, and Freshly Baked Bread and Crackers

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Sizzling Chorizo with Oaxaca Queso Fundito, Onion, and Fresh Tortillas

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Costillas de Puerco en Salsa Verde (Pork Ribs in Tomatillo Salsa) with Crispy Potato Hash & Warm "Elote" Chowder

DESSERT

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Churros with Bittersweet Chocolate Sauce

Cinco Leches Cake Topped with Bruléed Meringue Icing & Toasted Coconut Flakes

One Night in Tokyo

STARTER

All inclusive

Chile Garlic Edamame

FIRST COURSE

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Crispy Shrimp Tempura Two Ways: Spicy Sambal Aioli & Scallion Miso Aioli

Coconut Crusted Shrimp Tempura with Sweet & Sour Aioli

Charred Chicken & Scallion Yakitori with Assorted Dipping Sauces

Cold Udon Noodle Salad with Julienned Vegetables, Herbs, & Sesame Peanut Sauce Topped with Crispy Pork Belly, Scallion, & Toasted Benne Seeds

MAIN COURSE

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Hamachi Crudo with Blood Orange, Grapefruit, Micro Greens, Yuzu Vinaigrette, Avocado Mousse, and Thai Bird Chile

Gyudon (Japanese Beef & Rice Bowls) with Basil Friend Rice, Quail Egg, & Toasted Sesame Seeds

Seared Duck Breast with Sweet Potato Pomme Puree, Braised Daikon, Julienned Snow Peas & Carrots with XO sauce, Bonito Flakes

Fried Sushi Cakes Topped with Scallop Crudo, Chipotle Aioli, and Tobiko

DESSERT

All inclusive

Matcha Panna Cotta with Black Sesame Whipped Cream and Sesame Coconut Brittle

An Italian Evening

STARTER

All inclusive

Charcuterie Plate: Assortment of Italian Meats, Cheeses, Marinated Olives, Spiced Nuts, Seasonal Fruit Jams, and Freshly Baked Bread and Crackers

FIRST COURSE

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Tuna Crudo with Blood Orange, Grapefruit, Micro Greens, Avocado, Yuzu Vinaigrette, Avocado Mousse, and Thai Bird Chile

Fresh Burrata with D'Anjou Pear, Pickled Red Onion, and Daikon Served on a Bed of Frisée with Shallot Vinaigrette, Toasted Marcona Almonds, and A Drizzle of Basil Oil

MAIN COURSE

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Fresh Pappardelle Pasta with Homemade Bolognese, Whipped House Made Herbed Ricotta and Assorted Microgreens

Fresh Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Pancetta, Whipped Housemade Ricotta, and a Brown Butter Sage Sauce

Fettucine Carbonara: Fresh Fettucine in a Parmesan Cream Sauce with Pearl Onions, English Peas, Poached Egg, Panko Pancetta Crumb, and Baby Dill

DESSERT

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Marscarpone Panna Cotta with Preserved Cherries, Chocolate Pizzelle Wafer, and Bourbon Soft Cream

Dark Chocolate Panna Cotta with Spiced Pepita Brittle and Bourbon Soft Cream

One Night in Paris

STARTER

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Charcuterie Plate: Assortment of Meats, Cheeses, Marinated Olives, Spiced Nuts, Seasonal Fruit Jams, and Freshly Baked Bread and Crackers

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Vichyssoise: Charred Leek & Potato Soup, Served with Homemade Crème Fraîche, Parmesan Tuile, and Scallion Relish

Poached Beet & Apple Salad, with Cinnamon Vinaigrette, Whipped Herbed Ricotta, and Savory Pepita Oat Granola

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Fresh Orecchiette with Parmesan Cream Sauce, English Peas, Panko Crusted Poached Egg, Bacon Crumble, and Fresh Pea Shoots

DESSERT

All inclusive

Lavender & Honey Crème Brûlée with Seasonal Berries and Thyme Soft Creme

A Mediterranean Affair

STARTER

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Fresh Basil Hummus with Roasted Garlic Naan

Curried Carrot and Ginger Soup

FIRST COURSE

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Traditional Bulghur Tabbouleh

Fattoush Salad with Zaatar Croutons and Fresh Feta Cheese

MAIN COURSE

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Lamb Shoulder with Hummus, Pomegranate and Mint

Shakshuka (Poached Eggs in a Creamy Tomato Sauce) Served over Mujadarra (Rice with Lentils) with Caramelized Onion, Garlic Yogurt Sauce and Zaatar

DESSERT

All inclusive

Orange Blossom and Olive Oil Gelato with Soft Cream and Shortbread Crumble

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Chef Elle's reviews

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7 services

I surprised my fiancé with dinner by Chef Elle for his birthday and it was entirely magical. I could not imagine a more professional, talented, thoughtful, and kind person coming into my home. Elle made us "a night in tokyo" and I could not believe the quality of food that was made out of my humble kitchen. Her bio also doesn't even do her justice, she takes years of high-level experience and top-tier education to create a truly beautiful menu and night for you and your loved ones. I honestly don't know how I'll top this birthday dinner in the coming years. I guess that just means we're coming back for round 2!

Chef Elle was amazing. The presentation was wonderful and the food was incredible.

Chef Elle was a pleasure to work with, The food was both delicious and visually stunning. I've done private chef bookings in the past and this was one of the most polite an attentive engagements. I highly recommend Chef Elle for private bookings!

Chef Elle was amazing and exceeded all of our expectations! She was super sweet and personable and a joy to talk to. She presented us with absolutely stunning dishes that wowed our taste buds! She even set the table for us which was a nice extra touch! She came with all the bells and whistles to every dish and they all were like flavor explosions! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience and the food was beyond impressive! If you want elegance and exquisite dishes Chef Elle is the one for you! It was everything I thought a personal chef experience should be and wayyy more!

The chef was Elle McQuistion, and she was absolutely amazing. We hired her for a celebration for my wife’s birthday. We couldn’t have asked for anything better. Without a doubt, we’ll do this again, sometime. I would highly, highly recommend Elle!!!