Private Chef Ricardo Ramirez

I am Professional chef with over 20 yrs experience in fine dinning, French, modern American, Italian, Asian and latin cuisines. I can be as whimsical and creative or as down home and comfortable as you like. Im a husband, a father, an artist and creator. Please allow me the honor of making your experience unforgettable.

For me, cooking is...

My artistic outlet. I thrive off of creating lasting experiences through flavor.

I learned to cook at...

I am a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. Ive worked with amazing chefs from Michelin star restaurants and back yard cook outs.

A cooking secret...

Allowing the ingredients to shine through thoughtful composition and excellent technique.

My menus

Mediterranean Exclusive Tier (Plated)

STARTER

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Chickpea & Lentil w/ Lemon Soup

Tomato Basil Soup

Fennel Orange Soup

Greek Avgolemono Soup w/ Spinach & Lemon

Smoked Tuna & White Bean Salad- Oregano Marinated Cannellini Beans, Cherry Tomato, Shallot, Tarragon, Baby Arugula, Lemon Caper Dressing

Tabbouleh Salad- Avocado, Quinoa, Kale, Mint, Tomato, Cucumber, Lemon Olive Oil Dressing

Greek Wedge Salad- Baby Romaine Heart, Toasted Chickpeas, Herb Roasted Cherry Tomato, Red Bell Pepper, Red Onion, Kalamata Olives, Boiled Egg, Garlic Tahini Dressing

Roasted Beet & Citrus Salad Beets, Baby Arugula, Feta, Orange Supreme, Sunflower Seeds, Goat Cheese, Balsamic Reduction, Harissa Honey Dressing

FIRST COURSE

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Muhammara- A Middle Eastern Dip Made Of Roasted Red Peppers, Toasted Walnuts, Roasted Garlic, Sumac, Bread Crumbs, Pomegranate Reduction, Olive Oil Served with Chilled Grilled Vegetables

Hummus & Falafel- Hand Made Falafel, Roasted Garlic Hummus, Herb Roasted Cherry Tomato, Olive Oil, Toasted Pita

Kibbeh- Spiced Lamb Meatball, Toasted Pine Nuts, Pomegranate Molasses, Tzatziki

Socca & Olive Tapenade- Chickpea Flatbread, Za'atar, Kalamata & Black Olive Tapenade, Garlic Tahini Aioli

Spanikopita- Spinach, Feta, Garlic, Phyllo, Harissa Honey

MAIN COURSE

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Dolmas (Vegetarian)- Roasted Red bell Pepper, Rice, Red Currant, Toasted Pistachio, Red Pepper Hummus

Branzino Caponata- Roasted Eggplant, Tomato, Onion, Peppers, Pan Seared Sea Bass and Kalamata Olive Crumble

Salmon Souvlaki- Atlantic Salmon, Garlic, Lemon, Oregano, Blistered Cherry Tomato, Feta, Sauteed Spinach, Lemon Risotto

Spanish Paella- Chicken Medallions, Sausage, Scallops, Mussels, Bomba Rice, Saffron, Asparagus

Steak Florentine- Grilled T-Bone Steak For Two, Rosemary Demi-Glace, Balsamic Reduction, Blistered Vine Ripe Tomato, Parmesan Creamed Spinach

Rack of Lamb- Pistachio Crusted Roasted Rack of Lamb, Skordalia, Pickled Cucumber, Roasted Mushrooms, Mint, Pomegranate Molasses

DESSERT

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Lemon Olive Oil Cake- Almond Whipped Cream, Candied Lemon Peel, Toasted Almonds

Baklava- Phyllo, Pistachio, Lemon, Rose, Honey

Loukoumades- Greek Honey Donuts w/ Nutella & Toasted Pistachio

Fiadone- Corsican Ricotta Cheesecake, Lemon Zest, Chestnut, Honey, Candied Figs

Mediterranean Gourmet Tier (Served Family Style or Plated)

STARTER

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Chickpea & Lentil w/ Lemon

Tomato Basil

Tabbouleh Salad- Avocado, Quinoa, Kale, Mint, Tomato, Cucumber, Lemon Olive Oil Dressing

Greek Wedge Salad- Baby Romaine Heart, Toasted Chickpeas, Herb Roasted Cherry Tomato, Red Bell Pepper, Red Onion, Kalamata Olives, Boiled Egg, Garlic Tahini Dressing

Roasted Beet & Citrus Salad Beets, Baby Arugula, Feta, Orange Supreme, Sunflower Seeds, Goat Cheese, Balsamic Reduction, Harissa Honey Dressing

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Muhammara- A Middle Eastern Dip Made Of Roasted Red Peppers, Toasted Walnuts, Roasted Garlic, Sumac, Bread Crumbs, Pomegranate Reduction, Olive Oil Served with Chilled Grilled Vegetables

Hummus & Falafel- Hand Made Falafel, Roasted Garlic Hummus, Herb Roasted Cherry Tomato, Olive Oil, Toasted Pita

Kibbeh- Spiced Lamb Meatball, Toasted Pine Nuts, Pomegranate Molasses, Tzatziki

MAIN COURSE

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Dolmas (Vegetarian)- Roasted Red bell Pepper, Rice, Red Currant, Toasted Pistachio, Red Pepper Hummus

Greek Lemon Chicken Breast- Chicken Supreme, Rosemary garlic Butter, Pan Seared Zucchini, Haricot Verts, Lemon & Herb Roasted Marble Potatoes

Salmon Souvlaki- Atlantic Salmon, Garlic, Lemon, Oregano, Blistered Cherry Tomato, Feta, Sauteed Spinach, Lemon Risotto

Branzino Caponata- Roasted Eggplant, Tomato, Onion, Peppers, Pan Seared Sea Bass and Kalamata Olive Crumble

Spanish Paella- Chicken Medallions, Sausage, Scallops, Mussels, Bomba Rice, Saffron, Asparagus

DESSERT

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Lemon Olive Oil Cake- Almond Whipped Cream, Candied Lemon Peel, Toasted Almonds

Baklava- Phyllo, Pistachio, Lemon, Rose, Honey

Loukoumades- Greek Honey Donuts w/ Nutella & Toasted Pistachio

Mediterranean Casual Tier (Served Family Style)

STARTER

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Tabbouleh Salad- Avocado, Quinoa, Kale, Mint, Tomato, Cucumber, Lemon Olive Oil Dressing

Greek Wedge Salad- Baby Romaine Heart, Toasted Chickpeas, Herb Roasted Cherry Tomato, Red Bell Pepper, Red Onion, Kalamata Olives, Boiled Egg, Garlic Tahini Dressing

Muhammara- A Middle Eastern Dip Made Of Roasted Red Peppers, Toasted Walnuts, Roasted Garlic, Sumac, Bread Crumbs, Pomegranate Reduction, Olive Oil Served with Chilled Grilled Vegetables

Hummus & Falafel- Hand Made Falafel, Roasted Garlic Hummus, Herb Roasted Cherry Tomato, Olive Oil, Toasted Pita

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Dolmas (Vegetarian)- Roasted Red bell Pepper, Rice, Red Currant, Toasted Pistachio, Red Pepper Hummus

Greek Lemon Chicken Breast- Chicken Supreme, Rosemary garlic Butter, Pan Seared Zucchini, Haricot Verts, Lemon & Herb Roasted Marble Potatoes

Salmon Souvlaki- Atlantic Salmon, Garlic, Lemon, Oregano, Blistered Cherry Tomato, Feta, Sauteed Spinach, Lemon Risotto

DESSERT

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Lemon Olive Oil Cake- Almond Whipped Cream, Candied Lemon Peel, Toasted Almonds

Baklava- Phyllo, Pistachio, Lemon, Rose, Honey

Chefs Special- Modern American Exclusive (Plated)

STARTER

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Caesar Salad- Hearts of Romaine, Handmade Focaccia Croutons, Ricotta Salata, Herb Roasted Cherry Tomato, Fresh Caesar Dressing.0

Seasonal Salad- Tender Mixed Greens, Crumbled Feta, Handmade Focaccia Croutons, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Burrata Salad- Baby Arugula, Prosciutto, Seasonal fruit, Yuzu Melon Vinaigrette

Frisee Salad- Baby Arugula, White wine Poached Pears, Toasted Pistachio, Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette, Crumbled Chevre

New England Clam Chowder

Tuscan White Bean & Sausage Stew

French Onion Soup

FIRST COURSE

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Baked Oysters- 3 Local Oysters, Jalapeno Creamed Spinach, Caramelized Onion & Bacon Jam, Lemon Thyme Cornbread Crumble

Roasted Brussel Sprouts- Pan Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Herb Whipped Feta, Crispy Pancetta, Blueberry Horseradish Jam

Sweet Potato & Ricotta Gnocchi- Gorgonzola Cream, Braised Short rib, Balsamic Reduction, Pickled Shallot

Mini Bison Burger- Peppercorn & Truffle Aioli, Caramelized onion, Smoked Gouda, Hot Pepper Relish

MAIN COURSE

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Branzino- Za'atar Marbled Potato, Smoke oyster aioli, Roasted Fennel & Preserved lemon, Charred Citrus

Stuffed Squash (vegetarian)- Roasted Delicata Squash, Kale, Oyster Mushroom, Quinoa, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Sweet Wine Beurre Blanc

Pan Seared Salmon- Honey Lemon Glaze, Green Pea & Mint Mash, Sauteed Oyster Mushrooms, Herb Confit Cherry Tomato

Roasted Half Chicken- Dry Brined Bell & Evans Chicken, Sweet Potato & Caramelized Leek Mash, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Black Garlic & Orange Butter Pan Gravy

Grilled Sirloin- Brown Butter Roasted Carrots, Parmesan Smashed Marble Potatoes, Black Cherry Demi-Glace

Braised Pork Shank- White Bean Cassoulet, Kale, Herb Confit Cherry Tomato, Apple Compote

Fennel Crusted Duck Breast- Balsamic Braised Vidalia Onion, Asparagus, Carrot soubise, Pink Peppercorn, Spiced Orange Compote

DESSERT

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Ricotta Panna Cotta- Lingonberry Jam, Toasted Hazel Nuts, Rosemary Caramel

Lemon Fruit Tart- Thyme Shortbread, Lemon Curd, Raspberry Jam, Fresh Raspberry

Cafe Pot De Creme Mocha Cremeaux, Whipped Cream, Cocoa Powder

Chefs Special- Modern American Gourmet (Served Family Style or Plated)

STARTER

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Caesar Salad- Hearts of Romaine, Handmade Focaccia Croutons, Ricotta Salata, Herb Roasted Cherry Tomato, Fresh Caesar Dressing.0

Seasonal Salad- Tender Mixed Greens, Crumbled Feta, Handmade Focaccia Croutons, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Burrata Salad- Baby Arugula, Prosciutto, Seasonal fruit, Yuzu Melon Vinaigrette

New England Clam Chowder

Tuscan White Bean & Sausage Stew

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Baked Oysters- 3 Local Oysters, Jalapeno Creamed Spinach, Caramelized Onion & Bacon Jam, Lemon Thyme Cornbread Crumble

Roasted Brussel Sprouts- Pan Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Herb Whipped Feta, Crispy Pancetta, Blueberry Horseradish Jam

Sweet Potato & Ricotta Gnocchi- Gorgonzola Cream, Braised Short rib, Balsamic Reduction, Pickled Shallot

Mini Bison Burger- Peppercorn & Truffle Aioli, Caramelized onion, Smoked Gouda, Hot Pepper Relish

MAIN COURSE

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Stuffed Squash (Vegetarian)- Roasted Delicata Squash, Kale, Oyster Mushroom, Quinoa, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Sweet Wine Beurre Blanc

Roasted Half Chicken- Dry Brined Bell & Evans Chicken, Sweet Potato & Caramelized Leek Mash, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Black Garlic & Orange Butter Pan Gravy

Pan Seared Salmon- Honey Lemon Glaze, Green Pea & Mint Mash, Sauteed Oyster Mushrooms, Herb Confit Cherry Tomato

Grilled Sirloin- Brown Butter Roasted Carrots, Parmesan Smashed Marble Potatoes, Black Cherry Demi-Glace

Branzino- Za'atar Marbled Potato, Smoke oyster aioli, Roasted Fennel & Preserved lemon, Charred Citrus

Braised Pork Shank- White Bean Cassoulet, Kale, Herb Confit Cherry Tomato, Apple Compote

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Ricotta Panna Cotta- Lingonberry Jam, Toasted Hazel Nuts, Rosemary Caramel

Cafe Pot De Creme Mocha Cremeaux, Whipped Cream, Cocoa Powder

Lemon Fruit Tart- Thyme Shortbread, Lemon Curd, Raspberry Jam, Fresh Raspberry

Chefs Special- Modern American Casual (served Family Style)

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Caesar Salad- Hearts of Romaine, Handmade Focaccia Croutons, Ricotta Salata, Herb Roasted Cherry Tomato, Fresh Caesar Dressing.0

Seasonal Salad- Tender Mixed Greens, Crumbled Feta, Handmade Focaccia Croutons, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Roasted Brussel Sprouts- Pan Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Herb Whipped Feta, Crispy Pancetta, Blueberry Horseradish Jam

Baked Oysters- 3 Local Oysters, Jalapeno Creamed Spinach, Caramelized Onion & Bacon Jam, Lemon Thyme Cornbread Crumble

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Stuffed Squash (vegetarian)- Roasted Delicata Squash, Kale, Oyster Mushroom, Quinoa, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Sweet Wine Beurre Blanc

Roasted Half Chicken- Dry Brined Bell & Evans Chicken, Sweet Potato & Caramelized Leek Mash, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Black Garlic & Orange Butter Pan Gravy

Pan Seared Salmon- Honey Lemon Glaze, Green Pea & Mint Mash, Sauteed Oyster Mushrooms, Herb Confit Cherry Tomato

Grilled Sirloin- Brown Butter Roasted Carrots, Parmesan Smashed Marble Potatoes, Black Cherry Demi-Glace

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Ricotta Panna Cotta- Lingonberry Jam, Toasted Hazel Nuts, Rosemary Caramel

Cafe Pot De Creme Mocha Cremeaux, Whipped Cream, Cocoa Powder