Chef Natacha Gomez Dupuy
Chef At Home In Rockville CentreI am Chef Natacha Gomez Dupuy .For over 15 years, I've been a culinary globetrotter, wine specialist, food activist, and Award-winning cookbook author, voted Best of Weddings 2024 by the Knot, marrying cultures and flavors with every plate. As your travel chef and wine specialist, I curate menus that are journeys for the senses, each bites a passport to a new destination.
More about me
For me, cooking is...
A Cultural and Culinary Experience .
I learned to cook at...
My culinary journey began in my family's restaurants, and world travels helped me refine the unique blend of Native American, modern American, French,
A cooking secret...
My secret ingredient is a relentless curiosity that fuels a fusion of techniques, unexpected cooking methods, and bold flavors, transforming ordinary
My menus
Deconstructed Spring Rolls:Marinated and pan-fried tofu "ribbons" nestled on a bed of shredded cabbage, served with a sweet and tangy peanut dipping sauce and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for a delightful finger food experience
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Coconut Cream Swirl:Creamy and vibrant, this velvety soup features roasted butternut squash blended with vegetable broth and a touch of coconut cream
Crispy Chickpea Fritters with Spicy Mango Chutney:Seasoned chickpea flour batter is fried golden brown and served with a homemade spicy mango chutney for a sweet and savory appetizer that packs a flavorful punch
Heirloom Tomato and Arugula Salad with Balsamic Pearls: A simple yet elegant salad featuring colorful heirloom tomatoes, peppery arugula, toasted pine nuts, and a teaspoon of balsamic pearls
Quinoa Power Bowl with Roasted Vegetables :Fluffy quinoa is tossed with roasted vegetables like broccoli, red onion, and bell peppers. Topped with a vibrant tahini dressing, crumbled tempeh, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a protein-packed and visually stunning salad
Asian Noodle Salad with Peanut Dressing :Cold rice noodles are tossed with shredded vegetables, chopped peanuts, and a refreshing peanut sauce for a light and flavorful salad with an Asian flair
Creamy Vegan Risotto with Asparagus and Peas:Arborio rice is cooked to a creamy perfection with vegetable broth, nutritional yeast, and fresh asparagus for a delightful and sophisticated main course
Lentil Shepherd's Pie with Creamy Mashed Potatoes :Hearty and comforting, this dish features savory lentils simmered in a rich vegan gravy topped with creamy mashed potatoes and a sprinkle of paprika for a classic dish with a plant-based twist
Black Bean Burgers with Chipotle Mayo and Sweet Potato Fries:Seasoned black beans are formed into patties, pan-fried, and served on toasted buns with a creamy chipotle mayo. Accompanied by crispy sweet potato fries for a fun and satisfying main course
Decadent Vegan Chocolate Mousse Silky smooth and rich, this chocolate mousse is made with avocado, cocoa powder, and a touch of maple syrup. Served in small ramekins and dusted with cocoa powder for a fancy and guilt-free dessert
Spiced Pear Crumble with Coconut Whipped Cream: Tender poached pears are topped with a crumbly oat and nut topping. Served warm with a dollop of coconut whipped cream for a warm and comforting dessert
Fresh Fruit Platter with Veganrum Honey Drizzle : A selection of seasonal fruits artfully arranged on a platter and drizzled with a homemade vegan rum honey drizzle for a light and refreshing end to the meal
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Jerk Chicken Skewers with Mango Salsa: Succulent chicken marinated in a fiery jerk spice blend, grilled to perfection, and served with a refreshing mango salsa
Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce : Jumbo shrimp coated in a crispy coconut batter and fried until golden brown, served with a sweet and tangy chili dipping sauce
Plantain Fritters with griyo topped with Pikliz : Greeen plantain fritters fried topped with fried pork and spicy coleslaw fried golden, and served with a creamy aioli sauce with a touch of heat
Saltfish Fritters with Pickled Onions : Flaky codfish fritters seasoned with local spices and herbs, served with a side of pickled red onions for a delightful contrast
Chilled Shrimp Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette : Tender shrimp morsels marinated in citrus juices and fresh herbs, served on a bed of mixed greens with a tangy vinaigrette
Chilled Conch Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette : Tender conch meat marinated in citrus juices and fresh herbs, served on a bed of mixed greens with a tangy vinaigrette
Black Bean Soup with Toasted Plantain Croutons: A rich and creamy black bean soup topped with crispy plantain croutons for added texture. (Vegan)
Green Salad with Tropical Fruit and Mango Vinaigrette: A refreshing salad featuring mixed greens, seasonal tropical fruits like papaya and pineapple, and a light mango vinaigrette. (Vegan)
Jerk Pork or Chicken with Black Djon Djon Rice and Grilled Pineapple and bell peppers salsa Tender pork marinated in a fiery jerk spice blend, grilled to perf:ection, served with traditional Haitian black mushrooms rice and a salsa of grilled pineapple.an
Coconut Curry Shrimp with Vegetables: Jumbo shrimp simmered in a creamy coconut curry sauce with colorful vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and broccoli, served over fluffy white rice
Grilled Mahi Mahi or grilled shrimp with Mango Salsa and Plantain Chips Fresh mahi-mahi grilled to flaky perfection, topped with a vibrant mango salsa, and served with crispy plantain chips
Vegetarian Stew with Pigeon Peas and Pumkin : A hearty and flavorful stew packed with pigeon peas, pumkin, colorful vegetables, and seasoned with Caribbean spices. Served with white jasmine rice (Vegan)
Rum Cake with A moist and flavorful rum cake infused with Caribbean rum and spices served with a shot of cremas
Mango Cheesecake : A creamy cheesecake with a delightful mango swirl, offering a tropical twist on a classic dessert
Pineapple Bread Pudding with Coconut Sauce: Warm and comforting bread pudding made with sweet pineapple chunks, raisins, and spices, drizzled with a decadent coconut sauce
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NYC Street Vendor Style Chicken & Waffles (: Crispy fried chicken served on fluffy waffles drizzled with maple syrup and hot sauce aioli
Chopped Salad with Local Greens, Apples, and Cheddar: A mix of seasonal greens, chopped apples, crumbled cheddar cheese, toasted walnuts, and a cider vinaigrette. (Vegetarian)
Crispy Calamari with Spicy Marinara Sauce : Lightly fried calamari rings and tentacles served with a zesty marinara sauce for dipping
Bang bang shrimp :succulent shrimp that are coated in a light tempura batter and fried until golden brown. The star of the show is the bang bang sauce, creamy and addictive with Arugula
Manhattan Clam Chowder : Classic New York-style clam chowder packed with clams, potatoes, vegetables, and a creamy broth
NJ Tomato & Burrata Salad (: Fresh, vine-ripened tomatoes from local farms served with creamy burrata cheese, basil pesto, and balsamic glaze. (Vegetarian)
Short Rib Grilled Cheese with Caramelized Onions : Braised short rib nestled between slices of sourdough bread, grilled to perfection with caramelized onions and melted cheese
Lobster Roll on a Toasted Brioche Bun : Chunks of fresh shrimp tossed in a light mayonnaise dressing, served on a toasted brioche bun
Empire State Burger with Vermont Cheddar and Onion Rings: A juicy all-beef patty topped with melted Vermont cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, and red onion on a toasted brioche bun, served with hand-cut onion rings
NY Strip Steak with Chimichurri Sauce and Fingerling Potatoes : A flavorful NY strip steak grilled to your liking, served with a zesty chimichurri sauce and roasted fingerling potatoes
Seared Salmon with Lemon Herb Butter and Roasted Brussels Sprouts: Fresh salmon seared to perfection, drizzled with lemon herb butter, and accompanied by roasted Brussels sprouts
Rigatoni with Spicy Vodka Sauce and Grilled Sausage (: Al dente rigatoni tossed in a creamy vodka sauce with a touch of heat, topped with crumbled Italian sausage
New York-Style Cheesecake A classic New York-style cheesecake with a graham cracker crust and a rich and creamy filling
Brooklyn Blackout Cake A dense chocolate cake with a rich chocolate frosting, a true NYC dessert staple
Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream : Warm apple crumble made with seasonal apples, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce
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Tuna Tartare with Avocado and Crispy Wontons: Diced ahi tuna tossed with a soy- sesame dressing, avocado, cucumber, and scallions, served on crispy wonton chips
Lobster Cocktail with Poached Asparagus and Lemon Mignonette: Succulent lobster meat bathed in a creamy cocktail sauce, accompanied by poached asparagus and a zesty lemon mignonette
Salmon with Caviar in puff pastry cup:Delicate cup made of puff pastry with salmon cream topped with cured salmon and black american caviar
Mussels in white wine sauce : served with crusty garlic parmesan bread rolls
Lobster Bisque with Cognac Cream :Rich and decadent lobster bisque infused with cognac and finished with a swirl of crème fraîche
Chilled Heirloom Tomato Salad with Burrata and Basil Pesto: A vibrant salad featuring heirloom tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, and a fragrant basil pesto dressing. (Vegetarian)
Cream of Asparagus Soup with Crab Meat : Silky smooth cream of asparagus soup garnished with lump crab meat for a touch of luxury
Seared Ahi Tuna Salad Nicoise: Seared ahi tuna served atop a bed of mixed greens, haricot verts, roasted potatoes, Nicoise olives, and a classic Niçoise dressing
Marinated Chilean Sea Bass with Citrus Beurre Blanc Chilean sea bass marinated in herbs and citrus, grilled to flaky perfection, and drizzled with a beurre blanc sauce
Grilled Shrimp with Mango Salsa and Coconut Rice : shrimp
Seafood Paella :
Crème Brûlée with Berries: Creamy custard baked to silky perfection with a caramelized sugar crust, topped with fresh seasonal berries
Decadent chocolate cake with rum: Rich chocolate cake, topped with nutella and raisins sokaed rum coulis red berris ,nuts
Key Lime Pie: A refreshingly tart key lime pie with a crumbly graham cracker crust and a dollop of whipped cream
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Ceviche Mixto,A refreshing medley of diced raw fish, shrimp, and scallops marinated in citrus juices with red onion, cilantro, and aji amarillo aioli
Empanadas de Carne ; Flaky pastries filled with savory seasoned ground beef, raisins, olives, and a touch of spice. Served with aji verde sauce
Queso Fundido con Chorizo: Melted Oaxaca cheese blended with chorizo sausage, roasted poblano peppers, and corn, served with warm tortillas for dipping
Patacones con fried Puerco pork belly: Crispy green plantain slices topped with fried pork belly and with a rich tomato, onion, and garlic sofrito, offering a delightful textural contrast. (Vegan option available)
Sopa Azteca : A rich and flavorful Aztec soup featuring roasted tomatoes, poblano peppers, tortilla strips, crema, and queso fresco
Lobster Bisque: Creamy and decadent lobster bisque infused with brandy and finished with a touch of fresh tarragon
Ensalada de Palmito : A refreshing salad with hearts of palm, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and a citrus vinaigrette. (Vegan)
Latin salad , tender leaf of green lettuce, arugula, baby spinach , roasted beets, orange vinaigrette
Arroz con Pollo: Classic Latin comfort food featuring flavorful rice cooked with chicken, sofrito, peas, and a touch of saffron
Marinated Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce : Tender flank steak marinated in a blend of herbs and spices, grilled to perfection, and served with a zesty chimichurri sauce
Salmon al ajillo con Arroz Verde (Price: Seared salmon infused with garlic, white wine, and lemon, served with a vibrant green rice flavored with cilantro and aji verde
Cochinita Pibil: Slow-roasted pork marinated in achiote paste, citrus juices, and spices, served with pickled onions and warm tortillas
Vegetarian Paella A colorful medley of vegetables like peppers, peas, artichoke hearts, and asparagus cooked in saffron-infused rice, offering a flavorful and satisfying vegetarian option
Tres Leches Cake : A light and airy sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk - evaporated, condensed, and whole - creating a decadent and refreshing dessert
Chocolate Churros with Dulce de Leche : Crispy fried dough sticks dusted with cinnamon sugar, served with a rich and creamy dulce de leche dipping sauce
Mango Flan : A creamy custard infused with the sweet and tangy flavors of mango, offering a delightful tropical twist on a classic dessert
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Escargots à la Bourguignonne (Gluten-Free): Classic French snails baked in a rich garlic, butter, and parsley sauce, served in their shells
Duck Foie Gras Terrine with Fig Jam & Brioche Toast (Not Vegetarian): Luxurious duck foie gras terrine, rich and creamy, accompanied by a sweet and contrasting fig jam and toasted brioche for an indulgent appetizer
Seared Diver Scallops with Creamy Leek Fondue (Gluten-Free): Delicate seared scallops served on a bed of creamy leek fondue, offering a harmonious combination of textures and flavors
Lyonnaise Salad with seared chicken breast with red wine reduction
Roasted Rack of Lamb with Provençal Herbs Crust (Gluten-Free): A succulent rack of lamb, crusted with fragrant Provençal herbs and roasted to a perfect medium-rare, served with roasted root vegetables and a rich lamb sauce
Boeuf Bourguignon ,This classic French stew features tender beef braised in red wine, Burgundy wine in this case, with vegetables like carrots, onions, and pearl onions
Coq au Vin ,Another French culinary masterpiece, this dish consists of braised chicken in a red wine sauce. The chicken is browned and cooked in a flavorful broth containing red wine, vegetables like carrots and pearl onions, and herbs like thyme and bay leaf
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Seared Scallops with Chorizo & Saffron Vinaigrette ( Gluten-Free)
Crispy Halloumi with Fig Jam & Marinated Olives (Vegetarian)
Roasted Eggplant & Bell Pepper Dip with Warm Pita Bread (Vegan)
Pumpkin soup with ouzo Glazed conch (Gluten-Free)
Branzino en Papillote with Herbs & Citrus (Gluten-Free):Branzino, expertly baked in parchment paper with aromatic herbs, lemon, and cherry tomatoes, capturing the delicate flavors of the Aegean Sea. Served with roasted baby potatoes and seasonal vegetable
Moussaka, This popular Greek dish is a layered masterpiece of savory flavors. It features layers of ground (beef or lamb) and eggplant, cooked until tender and seasoned with herbs and spices. A creamy béchamel sauce tops the dish, creating a delightful co
Shrimp Saganaki ,A taste of Greece in every bite, this dish features shrimp simmered in a rich tomato sauce with feta cheese, onions, and bell peppers.Served with white jasmine rice
Baklava with Honey & Pistachios
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