Chef at home John Q

Growing up in an Italian household and supported by over 10 years of professional culinary experience, my approach to cooking is rooted in tradition, quality, and genuine hospitality. Throughout my career, I have worked in some of the finest restaurants across the United States, as well as catering weddings, private retreats, and intimate events.

I focus on sourcing the highest-quality ingredients and crafting customized menus tailored to each client and occasion. My goal is to deliver thoughtful, flavorful dishes that elevate every gathering and create memorable dining experiences through attention to detail, technique, and care.

For me, cooking is...

My passion and my lifestyle.

I learned to cook at...

Lettuce Entertain You Restaurant corporation in Chicago

A cooking secret...

Is my understanding of sourcing the highest quality ingredients combined with a passion for health and nutrition.

My menus

Gourmet Steakhouse Experience

STARTER

All inclusive

SteakHouse Wedge Salad Crispy Bacon, Tomato, Avocado, Blue Cheese Crumble

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Yellow Fin Tuna Carpaccio or Slow braised bone marrow shanks *Served with grilled sourdough and caramelized onions topped with fresh herbs and micro swiss chard

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Main course *Served with garlic whipped potatoes and charred broccolini Choice between (1) 28 DAY DRY AGED 18 oz Ribeye (2) 8 oz Grass-Fed center-cut Filet Mignon (3)12 oz Grass-Fed NY Strip From the ocean : 12 oz Ora King Salmon

SAUCES Choice between (2) Black Truffle Béarnaise Sauce, Morel MushroomCognac Cream Sauce, Black Peppercorn Sauce, or Whipped Horseradish

DESSERT

All inclusive

Choice between: Lava Cake, French Crème Brulée,Tiramisu

Alpine Ski Fondue

STARTER

All inclusive

Kale Ceasar Salad

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Beef Wellington Bites Filet Mignon with Pâté, Prosciutto & Duxelles Wrapped in a Puff Pastry

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Swiss Style Fondue: Served with dry salami, cured ham, fingerling potatoes, pickled gherkins & onions, broccolini, asparagus, grapes and apples

Bavarian Beer Cheese Fondue: Served with swiss sausage platter, homemade soft pretzels, crispy sourdough bread, fingerling potatoes and grilled brussel sprouts

DESSERT

All inclusive

Chocolate Fondue Strawberries, Bananas, Biscotti, Lady's Fingers, Graham Crackers & Marshmallows

Italian Family Style

STARTER

All inclusive

Antipasto Selections of italian olives, meats & cheeses

Italian Chopped Salad

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Chicken Milanese Breaded chicken cutlets topped with arugula, lemon & parmesan

Calabrian Meatballs With whipped ricotta