Chef Esh -Marie

Private Chef in Vacaville

Born and raised in Northern California, Chef Esh-Marie has spent ten years in the catering industry curating creative and delicious dining experiences for her guests. But, her career highlight has been creating her own food-and-wine-pairing tour business throughout several cities. She is passionate about sharing tips for cooking and wine pairing with guests whenever she gets the chance.

For me, cooking is...

Being able to bring creativity & love to each dish. Food is universal and having the ability to connect people through food is my love language.

I learned to cook at...

Food has been a love of mine since I was a young girl. It wasn’t until I lived in Belgium, Europe where I gained an appreciation for different flavors

A cooking secret...

Studying dishes and learning how they are authentically made. Knowing what herbs and spices to use to reach the optimum flavor of a dish.

My menus

Asian Fusion

STARTER

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Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice Crispy rice cakes topped with spicy tuna, avocado

Chicken Yakitori Skewers Grilled chicken thigh skewers glazed with tare sauce, served with scallions

Gyoza (Pan-Fried Dumplings) Pork or vegetable gyoza with soy-vinegar-chili dipping sauce

FIRST COURSE

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Asian Chopped Salad

Garden Ginger Salad

MAIN COURSE

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Katsu Curry Crispy chicken or pork cutlet served with rich Japanese curry and steamed rice

Teriyaki Chicken Grilled chicken glazed in house teriyaki sauce with steamed vegetables and rice

Salmon Teriyaki Oven-roasted or grilled salmon glazed in sweet soy, served with rice & sautéed greens

DESSERT

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Tiramisu

Cheesecake

Fruit Tart

Green Tea Ice Cream

Thanksgiving Menu

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Butternut Squash Soup – Creamy, spiced, and comforting

Mini Crab Cakes – Golden and flavorful with remoulade

FIRST COURSE

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Harvest Salad

Sage & Onion Stuffing – Soft, savory, and fragrant

Garlic Mashed Potatoes – Creamy and buttery

Sweet Potato Casserole

Honey-Roasted Carrots & Parsnips – Sweet and caramelized

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Roasted Herb Turkey – Juicy, aromatic, and golden

Maple-Glazed Ham – Sweet, sticky, and savory

Cranberry Sauce – Tart, sweet, and bright

DESSERT

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Chocolate Kahluha Cake

Pistachio Rum Cake

Banana Pudding

Peach Cobbler

Cheesecake

French Bistro

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Herbed Goat Cheese Mousse with Roasted Cherry Tomato Light goat cheese whipped with herbs, topped with a roasted tomato and thyme on a gluten-free Parmesan crisp

Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon Aioli Warm asparagus spears wrapped in prosciutto and drizzled with lemon-garlic aioli

Baked Brie with Honey, Thyme & Toasted Almonds Warm, melty Brie topped with honey and thyme, served with gluten-free crostini

Truffle Whipped Potato Bites Velvety truffled mashed potatoes piped into small spoons, finished with chives or crispy shallots

Heirloom Tomato & Basil Verrines Layers of marinated heirloom tomatoes, basil oil, and whipped goat cheese in petite glasses

FIRST COURSE

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Arugula Salad with Balsamic Reduction Peppery greens, fresh figs, goat cheese, and balsamic glaze

Tomato Confit & Burrata Salad Slow-roasted cherry tomatoes and creamy burrata with basil oil and sea salt

Pear, Endive & Blue Cheese Salad Juicy pears, endive leaves, and Blue Cheese with a honey-champagne glaze

MAIN COURSE

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Chicken Piccata à la Française Lemon-caper butter sauce over seared chicken breast with herbed mashed potatoes

Coq au Vin Blanc Chicken braised in white wine with mushrooms, pearl onions, and thyme

Beef Bourguignon (Gluten-Free) Tender beef simmered in red wine with carrots, onions, and mushrooms

Grilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary Jus Served with mashed celery root and glazed baby carrots

Salmon with Green Goddess Sauce

Lobster in Tomato-Cognac Sauce) Sautéed lobster simmered in a robust sauce of tomato, garlic, white wine, cognac, and herbs de Provence

DESSERT

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Classic French Chocolate Mousse Airy dark chocolate mousse

Poached Pears in Red Wine Elegant and light, infused with cinnamon, vanilla, and citrus

Cheesecake

Local Menu

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Spinach Dip

Roasted Tomato Bruschetta

Steak Crostini

Charcuterie Board

FIRST COURSE

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Caesar Salad

Chopped Salad

Garden Salad

Arugula Salad w/ Lemon Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

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Angel Hair Pasta and grilled shrimp, veggies or chicken

Steak & Lobster w/ Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Briccolini

Bourbon Salmon

Garlic & Herb Lamb Chops

Chicken Piccata & Asparagus

DESSERT

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Honey Vanilla Mousse

Pistachio Rum Cake

Kahlua Chocolate Cake

Cheesecake

Mediterranean

STARTER

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Hummus (classic or roasted red pepper)

Tzatziki w/warm pita bread

Marinated Olives & Almond

Falafel with Whipped Feta & Honey Dip Served with warm pita

FIRST COURSE

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Greek Salad

Arugula & Watermelon Salad w/ Balsamic Vinaigrette and Feta

Kale Caesar Salad

Chopped Salad

MAIN COURSE

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Eggplant Parmesan

Tomato Basil Bruschetta Pasta

Spinach & Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Stuffed Portobello Mushroom

DESSERT

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Tiramisu

Chocolate Mousse

Lemon Sorbet

Strawberry Shortcake

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Chef Esh's reviews

4.75

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166 services

Chef Esh Marie was beyond accommodating and it was such a pleasure to be in her company. She made sure the dishes were prepared to our preferences and she was very understanding and flexible with our timeframes. The dishes were really nicely prepared and she made our evening really special. She was respectful, engaging and made us feel comfortable, I would highly recommend

Chef Esh-Marie was wonderful! Both her food and her personality were amazing and we had so much fun with her! She was punctual, professional, and used fresh ingredients. We will definitely be asking Chef Esh-Marie to cook for us again!

Thanks again for a great meal and super fun time!

Excellent meal. Chef allowed some flexibility between chicken and shrimp and even prepared a gluten free option for one guest.

Chef Esh-Marie was simply amazing!! I can’t speak enough on her presentation, professionalism, food quality and taste! She added the perfect touch to our Girls’ Trip! Having leftovers was the added bonus and they were just as delectable the next day! I have already recommended her to friends planning to visit the San Francisco area in the near future. Needless to say, I will be securing her services when I return next year! I highly recommend Chef Esh-Marie!

Chef Esh has worked with us twice now and she's been amazing both times. Catered to our allergy/dietary restrictions and you wouldn't be able to tell the difference. Never had plant based dishes taste as good as dairy before!! Our 1 year old son couldn't stop eating. Chef Esh is the best.

Esh is an amazing chef and we thoroughly enjoyed the food that she cooked for us. She was very considerate in accepting our requests and she even made everything very special for us.

Wonderful menu and food prepared by Chef Esh-Marie. The dishes had great Cajun flavors as well as unique items. The spicy shrimp and grits and Gumbo with crab legs were amazing, and the steak and lobster were full of spice and depth!

Wonderful service through and through. Excellent food, plentiful portions, and kind service from chef.

Chef Esh arrived on time for our dinner. She was very professional and personable. She made special accommodations to the menu due to food allergies and I must say the food was supreme. 5 course meal it was all worth it. I highly recommend her. We felt like royalty!

Enjoyed the evening and the food tasted great!

Chef Esh Marie was amazing. This was my first time hiring a personal chef and it was an awesome experience. She had a quick response time to my inquiries prior to the event. She was very accommodating. She honored my specific dietary requests for some guest and was flexible with the menu. I loved the added personal touch. She created personalized place cards and menus to match the color scheme of my event. Her professionalism coupled with her friendly demeanor made it very easy to communicate with her and work with her. The food looked and tasted delicious. The experience was definitely a 9/10.

Esh Marie was an amazing chef. She was very personable and we had a fantastical conversation experience. Her gumbo was supreme.

Chef Esh-Marie was incredible. The gumbo was super good, as good as it gets if you been to New Orleans. Will definitely book again!!

Chef Esh Marie transformed our surprise birthday dinner into an unforgettable culinary journey. Her exquisite dishes not only tantalized our taste buds but also showcased an impressive mastery of flavors and presentation. The chef's ability to cater to diverse dietary needs while maintaining exceptional quality was truly remarkable. Every detail was executed with precision and care. Chef Esh Marie's warm professionalism and passion for her craft elevated the entire experience, making our celebration truly special. If you're looking to add a touch of culinary magic to your event, I wholeheartedly recommend Chef Esh Marie's services.

Chef was so accommodating and made the experience so special! The personal touches were perfect. I look forward to working with Chef Esh Marie in the future. ☺️

Chef Esh-Marie was absolutely amazing. She took so much care in crafting a menu to cater to our dietary restrictions and completely changed our perspective on what a dairy free life could be like. I've never had a dairy free meal as great as hers. The perfect end to our Mother's Day celebration.

Chef Esh-Marie was wonderful and her food was delicious!!! Would absolutely recommend on your next trip to Sonoma.

Chef Esh-Marie and her team was AMAZING! We did an interactive team-building activity where the Chef split us into teams and helped us cooked three courses that were judged. Our team had an absolutely lovely time and we're so engaged in the process. We, of course, enjoyed the meal together afterwards. With the guidance from Chef Esh-Marie and her sous chef, we made so incredibly delicious dishes. We enjoyed Chef Esh-Marie so much! We highly recommend her to anyone. Thank you so much Chef!

Esh-Marie was outstanding. She arrived on time, and made my wife’s birthday a pleasant surprise. Cheese board, Caesar salad, lobster with a delicious chard, and a blueberry tiramisu. I hate tiramisu and it was fantastic. We definitely will be requesting her again.