Chef Kathryn Sheldon

Personal Chef in Brady

I am a professional chef with decades of experience in both restaurant kitchens and catering operations, bringing a deep understanding of technique, organization, and hospitality to every project I undertake. I am a proud graduate of the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco, where I built a strong classical foundation that continues to influence my cooking today.

My culinary style is rooted in bistro-style cuisine, with a primary focus on French, Italian, German, and Mediterranean traditions. I emphasize well-executed, flavorful dishes that celebrate quality ingredients, timeless techniques, and comforting yet refined presentations.

In addition to offering personalized private chef services, I also provide interactive cooking classes in your home or place of business. These experiences are designed to encourage team building, spark creativity, and create a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere, all while learning practical skills and sharing the satisfaction of preparing and enjoying a great meal together.

For me, cooking is...

As a child I pretended to be a chef running a restaurant. I think it is a life-long passion that is a deeply gratifying activity.

I learned to cook at...

My very first job was a burger stand on the beach, but I learned to really cook at the culinary.

A cooking secret...

I believe that Food is Medicine for body and soul.

My menus

Surprise/Latin American - Indulge

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Ceviche - a platter of fresh, citrusy seafood scooped up with crispy corn tortilla chips and limes

Mexican Street Corn Nachos - street-style flavors combine with fresh grilled corn and creamy cheese served with limes and tortilla chips

Tex-Mex Layered Salad - a vibrant and colorful salad of fresh greens and vegetables layered with avocado, black beans, cheese and olives with a salsa dressing

Sopa Azteca - (Tortilla Soup) - Bold seasonings, spicy chilies, fire roasted tomatoes, and corn tortillas combined with shredded chicken

Salad (Vegan) of mixed Spring Greens with Scallions, Radishes and slivers of baby Carrots and Jicama. Choice of dressings: Lemon/Herb Vinaigrette, Vinaigrette de la maison, Creamy Ranch (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

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Rainbow Salad of Pickled and Roasted Vegetables tossed in a spicy adobo dressing

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Caesar Salad - Fresh, creamy, garlicky Caesar with crunchy croutons

Salad of Cherry Tomatoes, Green Beans and slivered Purple Onions on a bed of Mixed Baby Greens with Lemony Vinaigrette

Side dish to go with Entree: De Puy Lentils (Vegan)

MAIN COURSE

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Carne Guisada - Traditional Mexican stew of beef simmered with tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, garlic, and Mexican seasonings to make a rich, spicy gravy. Served with Mexican Rice and Tortillas

Santa Fe Chicken - Southwest sauteed Chicken breasts topped with melted cheddar and a delicious black bean-red onion mixture. Served with Mexican Rice

Roasted Pork Loin brined in Cider and Sage with Potatoes, Onions and Apples

Cider Braised Beef Pot Roast with Sage Butter Smashed Potatoes

Linguine with Creamy Mushroom and Parmesan Sauce (Vegetarian)

DESSERT

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Tres Leches Cake with Whipped Cream, Chocolate Ganache and Berries

Churro Sundae - Crispy churros with ice cream and chocolate sauce

Orange and Ancho Chili Flan

Peach Raspberry Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream

Surprise/Latin American - Basic

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Ceviche

Sopa Azteca - (Tortilla Soup) - Bold seasonings, spicy chilies, fire roasted tomatoes, and corn tortillas combined with shredded chicken

Tex-Mex Layered Salad - a vibrant and colorful salad of fresh greens and vegetables layered with avocado, black beans, cheese and olives with a salsa dressing

Mexican Street Corn Nachos - street-style flavors combine with fresh grilled corn and creamy cheese served with limes and tortilla chips

Salad (Vegan) of mixed Spring Greens with Scallions, Radishes and slivers of baby Carrots and Jicama. Choice of dressings: Lemon/Herb Vinaigrette, Vinaigrette de la maison, Creamy Ranch (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Carne Guisada - Traditional Mexican stew of beef simmered with tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, garlic, and Mexican seasonings to make a rich, spicy gravy. Served with Mexican Rice and Tortillas

Santa Fe Chicken - Southwest sauteed Chicken breasts topped with melted cheddar and a delicious black bean-red onion mixture. Served with Mexican Rice

Oven-baked ribs (beef or pork) with honey BBQ sauce

Beef Short Ribs Braised in Red Wine sauce

Vegan Tart: Tofu with Mediterranean Spices, Tomatoes and Pine Nuts

DESSERT

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Tres Leches Cake with Whipped Cream, Chocolate Ganache and Berries

Churro Sundae - Crispy churros with ice cream and chocolate sauce

Orange and Ancho Chili Flan

Strawberry Shortcake

Local - Basic

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Bacon wrapped and roasted stuffed dates

Baked Brie en croute with caramelized onions and preserves

Caesar Salad

Creamy Potato and Braised Leek Soup

Salad (Vegan) of mixed Spring Greens with Scallions, Radishes and slivers of baby Carrots and Jicama. Choice of dressings: Lemon/Herb Vinaigrette, Vinaigrette de la maison, Creamy Ranch (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Beef Short Ribs Braised in Red Wine sauce

Coq au Vin with creamy mashed potatoes

Oven-baked ribs (beef or pork) with honey BBQ sauce

Ribeye Steak with Asparagus and Cranberry Sauce

Vegetable Gratin (vegetarian)

DESSERT

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Brown Sugar Maple Pecan Pie

BOURBON BREAD PUDDING

Cheesecake

Fruit crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream

French - Exclusive

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Salade Lyonnaise - a classic French salad with pancetta

Salade Nicoise - another classic French salad with grilled tuna

Coquilles St. Jacques - One of the world's most delicious dishes!

Baked Brie with caramelized onions and preserves

Salad (Vegan) of mixed Spring Greens with Scallions, Radishes and slivers of baby Carrots and Jicama. Choice of dressings: Lemon/Herb Vinaigrette, Vinaigrette de la maison, Creamy Ranch (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

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Classic Chicken Consomme

Classic Vichyssoise Soup

Moules Mariniers - Steamed Mussels with Garlic, herbs and wine with crusty bread

Quiche Provençale - with bacon, chard, gruyere, pine nuts (opt), and sultanas

Side dish to go with Entree: De Puy Lentils (Vegan)

MAIN COURSE

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HERB-CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB WITH OVEN ROASTED GARLIC POTATOES

RABBIT BRAISED IN WHITE WINE AND DIJON MUSTARD WITH POMMES ANNA

Coq au Vin with creamy mashed potatoes

Pan Seared Atlantic Wild Salmon with Dijon Mustard Butter and Du Puy Lentils

Quiche Provençale - Vegetarian with chard, gruyere, pine nuts and sultanass

DESSERT

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DARK CHOCOLATE POTS DE CRÈME

Creme Brulee

Chocolate pavlova with raspberries and chantilly creme

TART AU CITRON

French - Indulge

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French Butter Lettuce Salad with Tarragon Herb Vinaigrette

Chilled Beet and Green Apple Bisque

Baked Brie with Figs, Walnuts and Pistachios

Salad (Vegan) of mixed Spring Greens with Scallions, Radishes and slivers of baby Carrots and Jicama. Choice of dressings: Lemon/Herb Vinaigrette, Vinaigrette de la maison, Creamy Ranch (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

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Classic Vichyssoise Soup

Escargot with Garlic Butter and Baguette

Moules Mariniers - Steamed Mussels with Garlic and wine and crunchy bread

Quiche Provençale - with chard, gruyere, pine nuts and sultanas

Side dish to go with Entree: De Puy Lentils (Vegan)

MAIN COURSE

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Coq au Vin with creamy mashed potatoes and roasted asparagus

Herb and Garlic crusted Roast Rack of Lamb with Oven-roasted Herb & Garlic Fingerling Potatoes

RABBIT BRAISED IN WHITE WINE AND DIJON MUSTARD WITH POMMES ANNA AND VEG DU JOUR

Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon with Dijon Mustard Butter and Du Puy Lentils

Quiche Provençale - Vegetarian with chard, gruyere, pine nuts and sultanass

DESSERT

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BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE POTS DE CREME

TART AU CITRON

Pears poached in wine

Creme Brulee

French - Basic

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Cream of Leek Soup

VICHYSSOISE SOUP

French Butter Lettuce Salad "Rose" with Herb Vinaigrette

Coquilles St. Jacques

Salad (Vegan) of mixed Spring Greens with Scallions, Radishes and slivers of baby Carrots and Jicama. Choice of dressings: Lemon/Herb Vinaigrette, Vinaigrette de la maison, Creamy Ranch (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Coq au Vin with creamy mashed potatoes

Pan Seared Duck Breast in orange sauce with parsnips and carrots

Herb and Garlic crusted Roast Rack of Lamb with Rice Pilaf and Roasted Asparagus

RABBIT BRAISED IN WHITE WINE AND DIJON MUSTARD WITH POMMES ANNA

Quiche Provençale Vegetarian with chard, gruyere, pine nuts and sultanas

DESSERT

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Creme Brulee

TART AU CITRON

Pears poached in wine

Chocolate Pot de Creme

Mediterranean - Exclusive

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Toasted Crostini with Tapenade

Mezze platter of tabbouleh, hummus, baked eggplant, olives, artichokes, crudites with flatbreads and feta

Nicoise salad - Ahi tuna steak, cherry tomatoes, green beans, olives, potatoes with herb vinaigrette

ROASTED ARTICHOKES WITH GARLIC, CAPERS AND FETA

Salad (Vegan) of mixed Spring Greens with Scallions, Radishes and slivers of baby Carrots and Jicama. Choice of dressings: Lemon/Herb Vinaigrette, Vinaigrette de la maison, Creamy Ranch (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

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Moules Mariniers - Steamed Mussels with Garlic, herbs and wine with crusty bread

Salade Nicoise - another classic French salad with grilled tuna

Fattoush Salad of Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Fennel, Baby Lettuces and Herbs, Olives and Feta Cheese with tangy Pomegranate Vinaigrette and toasted Flatbreads

Pasta with Fava Beans and Pecorino Romano

Side dish to go with Entree: De Puy Lentils (Vegan)

MAIN COURSE

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Oven-Roasted Sea Bass with Tomatoes, Fennel and Olives

Shish Kabob (your choice beef, lamb, chicken) with batata harra (spiced potatoes) and Moroccan carrot salad

Pastitsio

Spanish Paella - Chicken, Vegetables and Seafood flavored with Smoked Paprika on a bed of Saffron-scented Arborio Rice

Vegan Tart: Tofu with Mediterranean Spices, Tomatoes and Pine Nuts

DESSERT

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Lemon Mascarpone Panna Cotta with Raspberries and Coulis

Panna Cotta with Winter Fruit Compote

Citrus Olive Oil cake

ORANGE CARDAMOM CAKE

Mediterranean - Indulge

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Fattoush Salad of Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Fennel, Baby Lettuces and Herbs, Olives and Feta Cheese with tangy Pomegranate Vinaigrette and toasted Flatbreads

Horiatiki Salad - Greek salad of Tomatoes, Red Onions, Cucumbers, Green Peppers and Feta Cheese served with Lemon Vinaigrette

Toasted Crostini with Tapenade

Gazpacho with Crostini and Olive Tapenade

Salad (Vegan) of mixed Spring Greens with Scallions, Radishes and slivers of baby Carrots and Jicama. Choice of dressings: Lemon/Herb Vinaigrette, Vinaigrette de la maison, Creamy Ranch (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

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Fattoush Salad - Mediterranean salad of Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Purple Onion slivers, Oranges and Fennel on a bed of Romaine, Arugula, Mint and other herbs; topped with Feta Cheese and served with Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Mediterranean Salad of Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Fennel, Romaine, Arugula, Herbs and Olives with Feta Cheese and Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Greek Lemon Chicken soup

Moules Mariniers - Steamed Mussels with Garlic, herbs and wine with crusty bread

Side dish to go with Entree: De Puy Lentils (Vegan)

MAIN COURSE

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Tunisian Lamb (or Chicken) Stew with rice pilaf - A Spicey (but not too hot) tomato and orange based sauce with exotic spices

Moroccan Spiced Lamb Chops with grilled vegetables and rice pilaf

Oven-Roasted Sea Bass with Tomatoes, Fennel and Olives

Paella

Vegan Tart: Tofu with Mediterranean Spices, Tomatoes and Pine Nuts

DESSERT

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Lemon Mascarpone Panna Cotta with Summer Fruits poached in wine

Citrus Olive Oil cake

ORANGE CARDAMOM CAKE

Lemon Mascarpone Panna Cotta with Raspberries and Coulis

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Chef Kathryn's reviews

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7 services

Chef Kate was GREAT! So sweet and the food was very yummy. Thank you again!

Chef Kate was outstanding!!! The food was out of this world, she did everything perfectly and exceeded our expectations. The meal was much better than even San Antonio's famous Palm Restaurant. Will definitely work with Chef Kate Sheldon in the future and have already recommend her to our friends!