Chef Paula Roberta Gon

1. Burrata with Basil Pesto

2. Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction

3. Shrimp Cocktail (Homemade Sauce)

4. Bruschetta Trio (Classic, Avocado, Ricotta & Honey)

5. Tomato & Roasted Pepper Soup

6. Smoked Salmon Crostini

7. Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp

8. Arugula Salad with Parmesan & Lemon

9. Stuffed Mushrooms (Herbs & Cream Cheese)

10. Prosciutto & Melon Skewers

1. Mushroom Risotto (White Wine & Parmesan)

2. Penne Alla Vodka

3. Lemon Butter Orzo with Herbs

4. Gnocchi with Brown Butter & Sage

5. Creamy Spinach Ravioli

6. Butternut Squash Soup

7. Tomato Basil Risotto

8. Pesto Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes

9. Four-Cheese Tortellini

10. Parmesan Cream Polenta

1. Creamy Tuscan Chicken (Spinach & Sun-Dried Tomatoes)

3. Steak with Mushroom Demi-Glace

2. Grilled Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce

4. Chicken Parmesan (Fresh Mozzarella)

5. Shrimp Scampi Linguine

6. Beef Medallions with Red Wine Reduction

7. Pork Tenderloin with Mustard Cream Sauce

9. Seafood Risotto (Shrimp, Calamari, Mussels)

8. Vegetable Lasagna (Homemade Marinara)

10. Lemon Herb Tilapia with Butter Sauce

2. Panna Cotta with Berry Sauce

1. Tiramisu

3. Chocolate Lava Cake

4. Classic Cheesecake

5. Crème Brûlée

6. Strawberry Shortcake

7. Lemon Tart

8. Chocolate Mousse

9. Fresh Fruit with Vanilla Cream

10. Apple Crumble with Ice Cream

1. Tuna Tartare with Caviar

2. U-10 Scallop Carpaccio

3. Seared Foie Gras with Port Wine

4. Chilled Lobster with Champagne Aioli

5. Jumbo Shrimp with Truffle Butter

6. Burrata with Truffle Pesto

7. Wagyu Gyoza

8. Fresh Oysters with Champagne Foam

9. Black Angus Beef Carpaccio

10. Wild Mushroom Crostini

1. Lobster Ravioli with Sage Butter

2. Black Truffle Risotto

3. Fettuccine Alfredo with Jumbo Shrimp

4. Parisian Gnocchi with Butter & Pecorino

5. Lemon Scallop Risotto

6. Squid Ink Linguine with Seafood

7. Wild Mushroom Risotto

8. Burrata Cappelletti Pomodoro

9. Champagne Parmesan Orzo

10. Lobster Bisque with Cognac

1. Herb-Crusted Filet Mignon (Truffle Mash)

2. Roasted Duck Breast with Cherry Gastrique

3. Classic Lobster Thermidor

4. U-10 Seared Scallops with Truffle Purée

5. Jumbo Shrimp Garlic-Lemon Butter

6. Wild Sea Bass with Champagne Sauce

7. Roasted Halibut with Caper Butter

8. Black Angus Prime Rib

9. Pistachio-Crusted Rack of Lamb

10. Surf & Turf Deluxe (Filet + Lobster Tail)

1. Vanilla Cheesecake with Berry Compote

2. Gold Leaf Vanilla Panna Cotta

3. Apple Tarte Tatin with Ice Cream

4. Classic Tiramisu

5. Belgian Chocolate Profiteroles

6. Pavlova with Vanilla Chantilly

7. 70% Dark Chocolate Mousse

8. Vanilla Crème Brûlée

9. Warm Chocolate Brownie

10. Champagne Strawberry Sorbet

Green Salad with Ranch Fresh romaine and mixed greens tossed with cherry tomatoes, crunchy croutons, and creamy ranch dressing. Light, refreshing, and crowd-pleasing

Tomato Basil Bruschetta Crispy toasted baguette topped with fresh diced tomatoes, basil, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil. Simple, aromatic, and delicious

Corn Chowder A comforting and creamy corn soup prepared with sweet corn, potatoes, onions, and herbs. Warm and perfect to start the evening

Garlic Bread Golden bread slices brushed with garlic butter and herbs, baked until crisp and fragrant

Hummus & Veggie Platter Creamy homemade hummus served with fresh carrot and cucumber sticks. Light, healthy, and great for groups

Penne Pomodoro Traditional Italian penne pasta tossed in a bright tomato and basil sauce. Light, fresh, and universally loved

Classic Mac & Cheese Creamy, baked mac and cheese made with a blend of cheeses for maximum comfort and flavor

Lemon Orzo Orzo pasta cooked with lemon, olive oil, and herbs — a simple, refreshing and versatile dish

Rice Pilaf Fluffy rice cooked with sautéed onions and mixed vegetables, seasoned with mild spices and herbs

Creamy Mashed Potatoes Smooth mashed potatoes with butter and cream — the perfect cozy side dish

Herb-Roasted Chicken Thighs Tender chicken thighs roasted with garlic, lemon, pepper, and fresh herbs. Juicy, flavorful, and a guest favorite. Served with your choice of mashed potatoes or rice

Meatballs in Marinara Homemade beef meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, finished with parmesan and herbs. Served with pasta

Baked Tilapia with Lemon & Herbs Flaky tilapia baked with lemon, garlic, and parsley for a light, fresh main course. Served with herbed rice

BBQ Chicken Thighs Oven-baked chicken glazed in tangy, smoky barbecue sauce. Served with roasted potatoes or corn

Chicken Alfredo Pasta Creamy Alfredo sauce tossed with fettuccine and sliced seared chicken breast — a comforting American classic

Chocolate Brownies Moist, rich chocolate brownies served warm — simple and irresistible

Vanilla Panna Cotta Silky vanilla panna cotta topped with berry coulis. Elegant, light, and budget-friendly

Lemon Bars Sweet and tangy lemon square bars with a buttery crust and powdered sugar finish

Bread Pudding with Caramel Traditional warm bread pudding drizzled with homemade caramel sauce. Pure comfort

Fresh Fruit Cup A light, refreshing mix of seasonal fruits — the perfect finish for a casual meal

Tropical Lionfish Ceviche (Caribbean/Fusion): Lionfish marinated in lime juice, cilantro, ají amarillo chili, and diced ripe mango

Chicken Coxinha (Brazilian Classic): Soft dough croquette filled with creamy, shredded chicken

Tostones with Creole Shrimp (Cuban/Haitian): Slices of fried and flattened green plantains, served with shrimp in a spicy Creole sauce

Mini Acarajé (Brazilian Bahia): Black-eyed pea fritter fried in palm oil, served open with dried shrimp and vatapá (creamy shrimp paste)

Boliche Picada (Cuban): Small grilled pieces of boliche (stuffed eye-round roast) served on skewers with a reduced red wine sauce

Stuffed Pão de Queijo (Brazilian): Mini cheese bread stuffed with requeijão (Brazilian cream cheese) or creamy guava paste

Accra (Malanga Fritters) (Haitian Little Haiti): Deep-fried fritters made from grated and seasoned malanga (root vegetable)

Vaca Frita Empanadas (Cuban/Fusion): Empanada dough filled with the classic vaca frita (shredded beef fried until crispy)

Pastéis de Palmito (Hearts of Palm Pastries) (Brazilian): Fried or baked pastry filled with a creamy heart of palm filling

Codfish Marinade (Haitian): Battered and fried codfish strips, traditionally served with vinaigrette

Black Bean Soup with Bacon Croutons (Cuban): Thick black bean soup, finished with crispy bacon croutons

Caprese Salad with Grilled Queijo Coalho (Brazilian/Fusion): Classic Caprese salad using grilled queijo coalho (salty cheese) instead of mozzarella

Caribbean Mango and Pineapple Gazpacho (Caribbean/Fusion): Refreshing, tropical, tomato-free gazpacho using mango and pineapple

Heart of Palm Cream with Shrimp (Brazilian): Elegant cream soup made from fresh hearts of palm, topped with a sautéed shrimp

Cuban-Style Tumbet (Cuban/Mediterranean): Layers of baked potato, eggplant, and bell peppers, drizzled with a mild tomato sauce

Vinaigrette Salad with Green Beans and Egg (Brazilian Churrasco): Light, tangy salad with the classic Brazilian vinaigrette, green beans, and boiled egg

Calabaza (Pumpkin) Soup (Cuban): Creamy and comforting squash or pumpkin soup, seasoned with garlic and cumin

Beetroot and Orange Salad with Ginger Dressing (Haitian/Fusion): Cooked beetroot and orange segments, with a light ginger-based dressing

Tucupi Broth (Amazonian) (Brazilian North): Yellowish, acidic manioc broth with jambu (paralyzing herb) and dried shrimp

Olives Stuffed with Goat Cheese and Cilantro (Cuban/Fusion): Large olives stuffed with a mix of goat cheese, chili, and chopped cilantro

Fish and Shrimp Moqueca (Brazilian Bahia): Fish and shrimp cooked in coconut milk, palm oil, and bell peppers. Served with white rice and farofa

Ropa Vieja with Moros y Cristianos (Cuban Classic): Shredded beef in a rich tomato and spice sauce. Accompanied by rice with black beans

Grilled Picanha (Churrasco Style) (Brazilian Classic): Picanha (Sirloin Cap) grilled to perfection, served with Brazilian vinaigrette and fried manioc

Griot with Djon Djon Rice (Haitian Little Haiti): Fried pork pieces marinated in citrus and peppers. Served with black, aromatic djon djon rice

Codfish A La Vizcaína (Cuban): Codfish cooked in a sauce of tomato, red peppers, olives, and capers

Complete Feijoada (Light Version) (Brazilian Classic): Controlled version of black bean stew with cured meats and sautéed collard greens

Turkey Picadillo with Fried Sweet Potato (Cuban/Fusion): Ground turkey cooked with olives and raisins. Served with fried sweet potato strips

Stewed Chicken (Poul Nan Sos) (Haitian): Chicken pieces cooked in a rich, flavorful spice and tomato sauce

Galinhada with Biquinho Peppers (Brazilian Minas Gerais): Rice cooked in chicken broth, rich in flavor, with mild biquinho chili peppers

Caribbean Mixed Grill (Cuban/Caribbean): Pork, beef, and chicken marinated in mojo (garlic, sour orange) and grilled

Pudim de Leite Condensado (Condensed Milk Flan) (Brazilian Classic): Creamy condensed milk custard with caramel sauce

Cuban Flan (Caramel Custard Cake) (Cuban Classic): Denser version of flan with evaporated milk and caramel topping

Passion Fruit Mousse with Coconut Crunch (Brazilian): Light and tart passion fruit mousse, with a toasted coconut crunch

Dulce de Leche with Goat Cheese and Rum (Cuban/Fusion): Homemade dulce de leche served with fresh goat cheese and a touch of Caribbean rum

Mango and Ginger Crème Brûlée (Caribbean/Fusion): Crème Brûlée infused with mango and ginger

Guava Roll Cake (Bolo de Rolo) (Brazilian Pernambuco): Thin layer of sponge cake rolled with a thin layer of melted guava paste

Guava Shells with Cream Cheese (Cuban): Guava halves cooked in sugar syrup, served with a slice of cream cheese

Green Corn Cake (Pamonha de Colher) (Brazilian Countryside): Moist, creamy cake made with fresh green corn, served warm

Banana Beignets with Cajá Syrup (Haitian/Fusion): Fried banana dough balls served with a sweet and sour tropical cajá sauce

Quindim (Brazilian Bahia): Vibrant dessert made primarily from egg yolks, sugar, and shredded coconut

1. Dill-cured salmon

2. Mini vol-au-vent with creamy chicken

3. Tuna tartare with avocado

4. Christmas cheese & charcuterie board with figs and nuts

5. Caprese skewers with balsamic reduction

6. Mini spinach quiche

7. Burrata bruschetta with confit tomatoes

8. Leek cream shots

9. Crispy shrimp with lemon aioli

10. Creamy polenta with mushroom ragout

1. Champagne and lemon risotto

2. Capellini with pistachio pesto

3. Ricotta ravioli with butter and sage

4. Green salad with grilled peaches

5. Potato and leek soup

6. Creamy polenta with parmesan

7. Ricotta gnocchi with truffle

8. Lobster bisque

9. Fettuccine Alfredo

10. Holiday dried-fruit risotto

1. Stuffed Christmas turkey

2. Glazed ham with caramelized pineapple

3. Creamy baked cod

4. Filet mignon with mushrooms

5. Herb-crusted rack of lamb

6. Prime rib with herb butter

7. Salmon in champagne sauce

8. Spinach-stuffed chicken breast

9. Four-cheese lasagna

10. Duck breast with berry sauce

1. Bûche de Noël (Christmas Yule Log)

2. Mixed-berry cheesecake

3. Belgian chocolate tart

4. Lemon mousse

5. Walnut pavê

6. Pistachio-cream panettone

7. Raspberry sorbet

8. Peach crumble

9. Passion-fruit tart

10. Three gourmet brigadeiros (pistachio, milk-powder, Belgian chocolate)

1. Mini brie tartlets with cranberry jam

2. Roasted pumpkin bruschetta with sage

3. Creamy corn fritters with parmesan

4. Citrus shrimp (orange & lemon)

5. Pumpkin cream served in small cups with toasted seeds

6. Ricotta crostini with honey and walnuts

7. Mini turkey pies with gravy

8. Turkey meatballs with sweet-and-sour glaze

9. Green apple salad cups with yogurt and walnuts

10. Cheese and charcuterie board with dried fruits

1. Creamy Corn Chowder

2. Shrimp bisque with cognac

3. Mushroom velouté

4. Kale salad with apple, cranberries, and almonds

5. Sweet potato gnocchi with sage butter

6. Caramelized pear salad with gorgonzola

7. Pumpkin risotto with thyme

8. Fresh pasta with butter and nutmeg

9. Mushroom cappuccino (creamy soup served in cups)

10. Couscous with roasted vegetables

1. Classic herb-roasted turkey with gravy

2. Honey-glazed holiday ham

3. Baked salmon with lemon-dill crust

4. Slow-braised beef short ribs

5. Slow-roasted pork shoulder

6. Filet mignon with red wine sauce

7. Spinach and ricotta lasagna

8. Duck confit with orange sauce

9. Creamy cod with potatoes and leeks

10. Mushroom Wellington (vegetarian)

1. Classic pumpkin pie

2. Cranberry cheesecake

3. Apple crumble pie

4. Pecan pie

5. Spiced caramel flan

6. Vanilla crème brûlée

7. Walnut brownie

8. Mixed berry pavlova

9. Classic tiramisù

10. Chocolate-orange mousse

1. Beet Carpaccio with Goat Cheese Cream and Pistachios

2. Salmon Tartare with Avocado and Crispy Puffed Rice

3. Lemon-Scented Shrimp with Fresh Herb Aioli

4. Creamy Polenta Bruschetta with Tomato Confit

5. Mini Burrata Caprese with Basil Pesto (GF)

6. Sea Bass Ceviche with Crispy Sweet-Potato Chips

7. Chilled Asparagus Cream with Quail Egg

8. Stuffed Mushrooms with Ricotta, Leeks, and Herbs

9. Tapioca Toast with Salmon Rillettes and Dill

10. Marinated Chicken Skewer with Thai Coconut Sauce

1. Lemon & Parmesan Risotto

2. Butternut Squash Cream Soup with Ginger

3. Mandioquinha Ravioli (GF handmade dough) stuffed with ricotta and spinach, finished with sage butter

4. Wild Mushroom Risotto with White Truffle

5. Creamy Polenta with Porcini Mushroom Ragù

6. Sweet-Potato Gnocchi with Shrimp Bisque

7. Mandioquinha Purée with Truffle Oil and Crispy Parma

8. French Onion Soup with Cheese Crust (no bread, gluten-free)

9. Mediterranean Risotto with Artichokes, Sundried Tomatoes, and Kalamata Olives

10. Cauliflower Cream Soup with Toasted Hazelnuts and Orange Olive Oil

1. Seared Salmon Fillet with Pea Purée and Roasted Vegetables

2. Rack of Lamb with Red Wine Reduction and Baroa Potato Purée

3. Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Sauce and Parmesan Risotto

4. Duck Confit with Green Apple Purée and Toasted Walnuts

5. Grilled Octopus with Crushed Potatoes and Smoked Paprika

6. Organic Chicken in Almond Cream Sauce with Asparagus

7. Cod Confit with Creamy Chickpeas and Garlic Olive Oil

8. Seared Scallops with Cauliflower Purée and Lemon Butter

9. Sous-Vide Short Ribs with Mandioquinha Purée and Demi-Glace

10. Lobster Risotto with Herb Butter and Lemon Zest

1. Berry Pavlova with Vanilla Cream

2. Tropical Cheesecake with Almond Crust (GF)

3. Flourless 70% Chocolate Fondant with Vanilla Ice Cream

4. Vanilla & Orange-Blossom Crème Brûlée

5. Passion-Fruit Mousse with Cashew Crumble

6. Coconut Panna Cotta with Mango-Ginger Coulis

7. Flourless Chocolate Brownie with Dark Ganache

8. Lemon Tartlet with Nut Crust (GF)

9. Argentinian Dulce de Leche Flan (naturally GF)

10. Gluten-Free Tiramisu with Almond Ladyfingers

1. French Onion Soup Gratinée — onion soup with gratinéed cheese

2. Niçoise Salad — tuna, egg, potato, green beans, and olives

3. Chicken Rillettes — seasoned shredded chicken pâté served with toasted bread

4. Seasonal Vegetable Terrine — delicate terrine with fresh vegetables

5. Beet Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts

6. Caramelized Onion Tartlets — mini savory tarts

7. Endive Salad with Walnuts and Mustard Vinaigrette

8. Baked Camembert with Honey and Thyme

9. Savory Crepes with Mushrooms and Fresh Herbs

10. Grated Carrot Salad with Lemon and Fine Herbs

1. Leek Quiche — puff pastry with creamy leek filling

2. Eggs à la Meurette — poached eggs in red wine sauce with bacon

3. Brandade de Morue — cod purée with olive oil and garlic

4. Cheese Soufflé — light and airy

5. Lentil Salad with Caramelized Onions and Bacon

6. Spinach and Ricotta Crepes

7. Fine Herb Salad with Light Vinaigrette

8. Homemade Chicken Terrine

9. Tomato Salad with Basil and Olive Oil

10. Cold Ratatouille as an Appetizer

1. Coq au Vin — chicken cooked in red wine with vegetables

2. Boeuf Bourguignon — beef slowly cooked in wine with carrots and onions

3. Ratatouille — seasonal vegetables slowly cooked

4. Fish Fillet with Beurre Blanc Sauce — butter sauce with herbs

5. Provençal Chicken — roasted chicken with tomato, garlic, and herbs

6. Duck Confit with Sautéed Potatoes — confit duck with golden potatoes

7. Veal Blanquette — creamy veal stew

8. Herb and Lemon Roasted Salmon

9. French Herb Omelette

10. Light Cassoulet — white beans with sausage and vegetables

1. Crème Brûlée — vanilla custard with caramelized sugar crust

2. Tarte Tatin — caramelized apple tart with puff pastry

3. Chocolate Mousse — velvety chocolate mousse

4. Clafoutis with Seasonal Fruit — light dessert with fresh fruit

5. Madeleines — delicate French sponge cakes

6. Profiteroles — cream-filled pastry balls with chocolate topping

7. Île Flottante — meringue floating on custard with caramel

8. Poached Pear in Red Wine — pear cooked in flavored wine

9. Pain Perdu — French-style French toast with sugar and cinnamon

10. Fruit Galette — rustic tart with fresh seasonal fruit