Chef Julian Gonzalez Cruz
Private Chef in La Quinta
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Cooking with flavor and presentation
I am a professional chef with over 19 years of experience and with work knowledge of different world cuisines.
I enjoy using seasonal and local ingredients to ensure the best quality and flavor possible. My food ranges from the classical to modern and contemporary.
My motto is: to serve the best and create a memorable experience for my guests

More about me
For me, cooking is...
A passion that I work on every day to achieve excellence
I learned to cook at...
I studied French culinary arts in Mexico as well as two degrees in culinary arts and restaurant management in the US. My mentors have been French.
A cooking secret...
Use the freshest product available and cook it with respect and common sense to achieve the best flavor and texture
My menus
A5 wagyu tartar vol au vent
Asparagus wrapped in prosciutto with basil aioli
Bacon wrapped dates
Florida style crab cake with Cajun remoulade and baby greens
California sea bass fish ceviche- cherry tomato, pickled red onion, avocado, mango, jalapeño, lime juice and cilantro. Served with tortilla chips
Burrata and heirloom tomato caprece with baby greens, Extra virgin Olive oil caviar, basil oil and balsamic shavings and reduction
Beef carpaccio with capers, sriracha aioli, pickled red onion, cherry tomato, parmesan shavings and micro arugula
Beaujolais braised short rib with prawns, creamy mash-potaoes and green beans
Carved tomahawk steak with chef sides (3 guests per tomahawk)
Beef filet oscar with Dungeness crab, haricot vert, tomato provençale served with hollandaise and demi
NY style cheese cake with red fruit sauce
Red fruit rustic tart with vanilla Ice Cream
Chocolate molten lava cake with vanilla Ice cream
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Smoked salmon open face sandwich
Fruit and chia parfait
Heirloom tomato and fresh mozzarella caprece
Chef’s quiche
Cinnamon french toast
Avocado french toast crumpets
Breakfast potatoes
Bacon
Petit fours
Alfajores (dulce de leche and coconut cookie sandwich)
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Cucumber topped with smoked salmon mousse
Black tomato Bruscheta
Croquetas de jamon
Ground beef stuffed mini bell peppers
Gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp skewers)
Goat cheese wrapped in roasted eggplant
Salmon tartare mediterranean style with pita chips
Cous cous salad with chicken shawarma skewers and herb vinaigretr
Roasted red bell pepper hummus with crunchy garbanzo, crudite and pita chips
Roasted artichoke with sun dried tomatoes, black olives, orange segments, croutons and butter lettuce
Mozzarella arancinis with tomato sauce
Salmon picatta served with orzo pasta and snap peas
Garlic Greek chicken with zucchini and baby potatoes
Pan seared california seabass served with gnocchi alla putanesca
Carved Lamb served with roasted vegetable medley seasoned with sumac and finished with espagnole sauce
NY steak topped with spinach-sundried tomato and goat cheese salad served with potato Anna
Tiramisu cake with chocolate sauce
White Chocolate mousse with strawberry coulis sauce and chcolate crumbles
Spanish churros with chocolate dipping sauce
Napoleon- puff pastry, pastry cream and raspberries
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Shrimp ceviche shooters
Chips, salsa and guacamole
Cured salmon wrapped radish sprouts with citrus dressing
Local,dates wrapped in bacon with chipotle honey drizzle
Chicken empanadas served on refried beans finished with roasted tomato salsa
California sea bass aguachile- spicy avocado lemon marinade, cucumber, red onion, cilantro and cherry tomatoes
Avocado-jicama salad with poblano peppers, cherry tomatoes, tortilla crisps in a cilantro vinaigrette
Ancho chile crusted ahí tuna served with pineapple salsa and avocado pureé
Braised octopus with green mole, baby potatoes, asparagus and sweet picked farro
Salmon Veracruz style with Mexican rice and chayote squash
Broiled chicken breast with mole salsa, mexican rice and asparagus (mole is a spiced chocolate sauce traditional of Puebla)
Lamb birria with chayote squash and sauteed cherry tomatoes with creamy black bean sauce
Arroz con leche and fresh berries (Mexican rice pudding)
Mexican corn bread with mezcal macerated berries
Flourless chocolate cake with raspberry sauce
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Boursin stuffed mushrooms with caviar
Asparagus wrapped in prosciutto with basil aioli
Lemon and parsley shrimp skewers
Crab and corn fritters with sriracha aioli
Bacon wrapped Medjool dates
Butter poached lobster salad with endives, grapes, pickled red onion, and champagne vinaigrette
Butter lettuce with duck pâté, champagne vinaigrette, green grapes, cherry tomatoes, pickled shallots, and croutons
Blue Crab ceviche stack: served on avocado with a lemon-greek yogurt sauce
Crab cake with orange gastrique and baby arugula
Risotto Paella with seafood soirée and roasted red bell pepper sauce
Carved Prime NY and Patagonia pink prawns with steakhouse butter, truffled mashed potatoes, and green beans
Braised octopus with green mole, baby potatoes, asparagus, and sweet and sour farro
Miso glazed salmon served with baby spinach-shitake stir fry, forbidden rice and yuzu beurre blanc
Chocolate cake with strawberry sauce and vanilla Ice cream
Chocolate molten lava cake with vanilla Ice cream
Cheesecake with raspberry sauce
Chocolate bombe ice cream dessert
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Crab fritters with truffle aioli
Chicken gyozas with chili crunch, ponzu and green onion
Blue cheese filled dates baked with Local honey
Ahi tuna poke Bites
Asparagus wrapped in prosciutto with basil aioli
Boursin cheese stuffed mushrooms
Burrata and heirloom tomato caprece with baby greens, Extra virgin Olive oil caviar, basil oil and balsamic shavings and reduction
Chicken skewers in peanut sauce and sesame seeds
Asian salad: shrimp, napa cabbage, shredded carrot, bean sprouts, cucumber, red bell pepper, toasted almonds and miso-peanut dressing
Gnocchi in light cheese sauce with truffle essence, SoCal dates, Temecula Honey and Brussels sprouts leaf
Mozzarella arancinis with tomato sauce
Chicken in green salsa empanadas served over refried beans and finished with mexican crema and queso fresco
Grass fed Lamb chops with roasted baby potatoes, green beans with almonds finished with Sonoma red wine sauce
Miso glazed salmon served with baby spinach-shitake stir fry, forbidden rice and yuzu beurre blanc
Carved Prime NY and Pink Patagonia prawns with steakhouse butter, truffled mashed potatoes, and green beans
Chicken Mole with mushrooms al guajillo and Mexican rice
Spanish churros with chocolate dipping sauce
Chocolate molten lava cake with vanilla Ice cream
Alfajores (dulce de leche and coconut cookie sandwich)
Angel cake with dulce de leche and strawberries
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Black tomato Bruscheta
Lemon and parsley shrimp skewers
Asparagus wrapped in prosciutto with basil aioli
Salmon tartare with crispy capers, lemon aioli, heirloom tomato, crispy onions, parsley and basil oil. Served with brioche toast points
Burrata and heirloom tomato caprece with baby greens, Extra virgin Olive oil caviar, basil oil and balsamic reduction
Gnocchi with a light truffle cheese sauce
Antipasto salad: baby red butter lettuce served with red onion, pepperoncini, salame, roasted red bell peppers and bocconcini tossed in balsamic vinaigrette
Herb crusted pork tenderloin with mushroom risotto, almond asparagus and red wine sauce
Atlantic salmon with english pea puree, ricotta-spinach tortellini, cherry tomatoes
Pan seared halibut with saffron orzo, asparagus and lobster sauce
Braised lamb in pinot served with creamy polenta, english peas and carrots
Pan seared scallops with cauliflower puree, potato fondant and truffled baby carrots
Tiramisu cake with chocolate sauce
Torta di mela (apple tart) with caramel sauce and vanilla gelatto
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Tomato bruschetta
Baked mushrooms in pesto with tomato sauce
Prosciutto wrapped asparagus
Gambas al ajillo (garlic shrimp skewers)
Blue cheese filled dates baked with Local honey
Boursin cheese vol au vent
Burrata and heirloom tomato caprece with baby greens, Extra virgin Olive oil caviar, basil oil and balsamic shavings and reduction
Crab cake with orange gastrique and baby arugula
Ahi Tuna tartare with capers, shallot, parsley, olive oil, kalamata olives and lemon zest. Served with baby greens
Baked asparagus finished with whipped tofu and crispy onions
Amaranth crusted tuna with pineapple salsa and sliced avocado
Baby butter lettuce with Local dates, cranberries, fennel, grapefruit, caramelized pecans, avocado and cucumber vinaigrette
Gnocchi in pomodoro sauce with gorgonzola cheese
Cauliflower steak with sun dried tomato-quinoa tabbuleh, and edamame hummus
Surf and Turf- merlot braised short rib and grilled prawns. Served with creamy mashed potatoes, asparagus and roasted lemon
Miso marinated Halibut with shiitake mushrooms, spinach, cherry tomato, forbidden rice and miso-butter sauce
Lemon and pistachio crusted Salmon filet with spinach tortellini and fresh tomato salsa
Atlantic salmon with english pea puree, ricotta-spinach tortellini, cherry tomatoes and citrus beurre blanc
Vegetable paella
Chocolate molten lava cake with vanilla Ice cream
Churros with chocolate sauce
Cheese cake with raspberry sauce
Chef’s Julian Double chocolate cake with creme anglaise and fresh berries
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