Chef Susan Palmer
Private Chef in Southampton
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I have worked as a Private Chef in the Hamptons since 2002.
As a professional chef for many years. I have designed, produced and presented a wide variety of fresh, exciting dining experiences for an informed clientele in New York and the Hamptons. Experienced in low-fat and custom-designed dietary meals. Complete rapport and access to freelance staff to compliment any size event. From elegant to casual dining for a few guests to large location events. I have the organizational abilities to accomplish excellent results.

More about me
For me, cooking is...
Making people happy while earning a living.
I learned to cook at...
I owned a catering company feeding movie crews for 17 years.
A cooking secret...
Many years of experience.
My menus
Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Goat Cheese, Spinach and Bacon
Olive and Mozzarella Tomato, Basil, Tartlets
Miniature Crab Cakes with Remoulade
Tuscan Antipasto - Olives, Mushrooms, Artichoke Hearts, Roast Peppers, Prosciutto, and Sopprasata & Provolone served with Bread Sticks, Grapes and Fresh Figs
Crudites with Home Made Dip
Prosciutto on Crostini with Lemon Fennel Slaw
Charcuterie Board with everything Meats, Cheese, Bread, Figs etc
Tuscan Antipasto - Olives, Mushrooms, Artichoke Hearts, Roast Peppers, Prosciutt
Gazpacho
Linguini with White (or Red) Clam Sauce, White Wine, Garlic and Fresh Herbs
Caprese Salad – Fresh Mozzarella, Basil and Local Tomatoes drizzled with Olive Oil and a Balsamic reduction
Endive, Cherry Tomatoes and Arugula with Goat Cheese tossed in a Vinaigrette
Grilled Portabella Mushrooms on a bed of Fennel and Spinach drizzled with Balsamic Reduction and topped with Parmesan Cheese
Tuscan White Bean Soup
Spinach Salad with Cremini Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Feta, and Fresh Tangerines with Vinaigrette
Cheese Manacotti, Spinach and Beef Cannalloni served with Spaghetti, Marinara Sauce and Garlic Bread
Artichoke stuffed with Fresh Herbs and Homemade Breadcrubs drizzed with Olive Oil
Braciole – Braised beef stuffed with meat, herbs and cheeses, served with Roast Potatoes and Broccoli Rabe sauteed in Garlic
Shrimp Scampi with Saffron Rice
Rosemary Roast Lamb Chops with Port Wine Reduction and Mint Sauce served with Roast Potatoes and Asparagus
Meat or Vegetable Lasagna, Wild Mushroom Ravioli with Roasted Grape Tomato Sauce, Linguini with White (or Red) Clam Sauce, White Wine, Garlic and Fresh Herbs
Cheese Tortellini with Fresh Tomato Marinara and Herbs, Italian Style Cauliflower (breaded and deep fried)Green Beans, Garlic Bread
Rigatoni with Grilled Vegetables and Fresh Tomato Sauce, Garlic Bread and Italian Cauliflower
Chicken Milanese served with a Tomato Ragu, Asparagus and Pasta of your choice
A Lobster Boil - Split Lobster, Clams, Mussells, Corn, Baby New Potatoes and Garlic for flavor
Marinated Grilled Filet Mignon Steaks, Grilled Vegetables – Zucchini, Summer Squash, Eggplant, Portabello Mushrooms, Onions and Fennel, and Corn on the Cob
Aromatic Braised Short Ribs with Napa Cabbage and Soba Noodles
Bananas Foster with Coconut Pineapple Ice cream
Rustic Fruit Pies - Peach, Apple, Cherry and Blueberry served with Whipped Cream
Zaibaione
Baby Molten Chocolate Cakes with Ice Cream and Raspberries
Apple Crumb Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream
Razzledazzle Pie (blueberries,raspberries and strawberries) with Whipped Cream
Tres Leche Cake
English Trifle served with Whipped Cream and Hundreds and Thousands
Adult S'mores
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Beef Empanadas with Lime Sour Cream
Salsa Guocamole and Taco Chips
7 Layer Dip
Nachos Supreme with Everything
Mexican Salad- Romaine, Jicama, Celery, Carrots, Pumpkin Seeds with Mexican Dressing
Chicken and Shrimp Fajitas with Rice and Beans
Fresh Made Chocolate Chip Cookies - with Ice Cream
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.Coconut Shrimp with Sweet chili sauce
Spiced Tuna Lettuce Rolls with Sesame Seed Vinaigrette
Open Face Miniature Lobster Sandwich
Coriander & Lime Grilled Shrimp with Asian Pesto
Sweet and Spicy BBQ Shrimp Sticks
Scallops wrapped in Bacon
Peppercorn Encrusted Tuna on Daikon with Wasabi and Crème Fraiche
Smoked Salmon Canapés
Oysters Rockefeller
Oysters om the half shell served with Mignonette Sauce, Classic Cocktail Sauce and lemons
Cheese and Crab dip served with Scoops
Seafood Cevice
New England or Manhattan Clam Chowder
Thai Shrimp and Watercress Salad with Cashews, Red Onions, Mint, Cilantro, Basil on Greens with Asian Dressing
Lobster, Mango & Hearts of Palm Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
Salmon Nori Rolls ( a small filet of salmon wrapped in soy sauce soaked nori, coated in Panko and deep fried) served with Peanut Sauce
Clams Casino
Tuna Tartar Martini
Seafood Salad – Shrimp, Mussels, Squid and Scallops with Red Pepper, Red Onion and Cucumber with a Fennel Seed Dressing
Steamed Mussels sautéed in Shallots, Garlic and Thyme Broth served with Garlic Bread
Lobster Summer Rolls
Steamers served with Clam Broth and Garlic Bread
Linguini with White (or Red) Clam Sauce, White Wine, Garlic and Fresh Herbs
A Lobster Boil - Split Lobster, Clams, Mussells, Corn, Baby New Potatoes and Garlic for flavor
Steamed Lobster, shucked and returned to the shell, in melted Butter
Five Herb Pesto Crusted Local Stripped Bass on a bed of Provencal Ragout (Tomato,Olives,Leeks and Capers)
Seared Tuna with Mango Salsa served with Rice Pilaf and Grilled Vegetables
Individual Seafood Pot Pie (Shrimp, scallops, Local Cod in creamy dill Béchamel Sauce)
Fish Tacos Stand up Shells filled with Fluke or Cod encrusted with Mexican spicceberg Lettes and Iuce and chopped Tomatoes, Avocados and Crumbled White Cheese
Red Snapper Veracruz served with Fiesta Corn Pudding and Grilled Vegetables
Paella Valencia - traditional with Lobster, Shrimp etc
Rice Noodle Wrapped Halibut with Shiitake Mushroom Tapenade
Sea Bass Encrusted with Garlic and Ginger in Miso Sesame Sauce
Asian Lacquered Salmon with Stir Fried Vegetables and Fried Rice
Key Lime Pie with Whipped Cream and Berries
Apple, Blueberry or Peach Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream
Baby Molten Chocolate Cakes with Vanilla Ice Cream and Raspberries
Bread and Butter Pudding with Salted Caramel Whiskey Sauce
Bananas Foster with Coconut Pineapple Ice cream
New York Style Cheese Cake with Cherry Sauce
Adult S'mores
Grilled Pineapple in Tequila Orange Sauce with Vanilla Ice Cream
Chocolate Mousse with Whipped Cream and Spiral Cookies
Cheese and Fruit Selection
Fruit Salad, Party size Cookies and Brownies
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Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Sauce
Chicken Sate with Peanut Sauce
Bruscetta (Cherry Tomato, Basil Pesto and Parmesan)
Chicken and Cheese Quesadillas with Mango Salsa
Spiced Tuna Lettuce Rolls with Sesame Seed Dressing
Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos stuffed with Chicken and Cheese
Crudite with Home made Dip
Beet and Stilton Vinaigrette on Endive
Beef Empanadas with Lime Sour Cream
Steamed Mussels sautéed in Shallots, Garlic and Thyme Broth
Linguini with White (or Red) Clam Sauce, White Wine, Garlic and Fresh Herbs
Thai Shrimp and Watercress Salad with Cashews, Red Onions, Mint, Cilantro, Basil on Greens with Asian Dressing
Water Melon Salad with Tomatoes, Feta, Basil and Roast Sesame Seeds
Caprese Salad Fresh Mozzarella, Basil and Local Tomatoes drizzled with Olive Oil and Balsamic reduction
Grilled Portabella Mushrooms on a bed a Fennel and Spinach with Balsamic Dressing topped with Parmesan
Salmon Nori Rolls ( a small filet of salmon wrapped in soy sauce soaked nori, coated in Panko and deep fried) served with Peanut Sauce
Cornish Game Hens Roast with Fresh Herb and Vegetable Stuffing, Creamed Potatoes, Spinach sauteed with Garlic
Grilled Lobster, shucked and returned to the shell, in melted Butter served "Palm" style (Creamed spinach etc.)
Marinated Grilled Hanger Steaks, Grilled Vegetables – Zucchini, Summer Squash, Eggplant, Portabello Mushrooms, Onions and Fennel, and Corn on the Cob
Asian Lacquered Salmon served with Black and White Rice and Stir Fried Vegetables
Chilean Sea Bass Encrusted with Garlic and Ginger in Miso Sesame Sauce served with Rice and Stir Fried Vegetables
Five Herb Pesto Crusted Local Stripped Bass on a bed of Provencal Ragout (Tomato,Olives,Leeks and Capers)served with Baby Potatoes and Asparagus
Beef Wellington - Filet Mignon baked in Puff Pastry, served with Roast or Creamed Potatoes and Vegetable Sides of your choice
Aromatic Braised Short Ribs with Napa Cabbage and Soba Noodles
Baby Back Ribs with three Side Dishes of your choice
Chicken Milanese served with a Tomato Ragu, Asparagus and Pasta of your choice
Chicken Chasseur – White wine, fresh mushrooms and Tomatoes, served with Rice Pilaf and Corn Souffle
Chicken Picata –Sautéed Breast in a White Wine Sauce with Lemon and Capers, Rice Pilaf and Baby Bok Choy
Filet of Beef Medallions with Red Wine Reduction and Horseradish, served with Creamed Potatoes, Asparagus and Green Bean Bundles
Red Snapper Veracruz served with Fiesta Corn Pudding and Roast Corn
Grilled Pineapple in Tequila Orange Sauce with Vanilla Ice Cream
Rustic Fruit Pies - Peach, Apple, Cherry and Blueberry served with Whipped Cream
Baby Molten Chocolate Cakes with Ice Cream and Raspberries
Key Lime Pie with Whipped Cream Rustic Fruit Pies
Wonton Napolean with Mixed Berries and Pastry Cream and Caramel Sauce
Bananas Foster with Coconut Pineapple Ice cream
Bread and Butter Pudding served with Brandy Caramel Sauce and Custard
Adult S'mores
Blueberry Cobbler with Whipped Cream
Deep Dish Strawberry Crumb Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream
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Petit Croquet Monsieur Sandwiches with Pear Chutney
Wild Mushroom Risotto in Phyllo Cups
Crispy Potato Baskets with Caviar and Creme Fraiche
Smoked Salmon Tartare on Gaufrette Chips
Foie Gras with Warm Bread and Cornichons
Crudite and Cheese display
Steamed Mussels sautéed in Shallots, Garlic and Thyme Broth
Vichyssoise, the Classic cold Potato and Leek Soup
Frisee, Endive and Heirloom Tomatoes, Blue Cheese with Mission Fig Dressing
Classic Frech Oinion Soup
Bouillabaisse, Classic Fish Stew
Escargot in Mushroom Caps,
Coquilles St, Jacques Marinees aux Epinards et Aneth
Boeuf Bourguignon served with Creamed Potatoes and Haricot Vert
Chicken Chasseur – White wine, fresh mushrooms and Tomatoes, served with Rice Pilaf and Corn Souffle
Fillet Mignon au Poivre with Pan seared Cherry Tomatoes, Puree de Pommes de Terre, and Spinach with Garlic
Coq au Vin (Classic Chicken, Wine, Brandy, Onions, Mushrooms and Bacon Stew) Creamed Potatoes and Haricots Verts (Green Beans
Poached Salmon decorated with Cucumbers and Sauce Verde served with Baby Potato Salad and Grilled Vegetables
Cassoulet - Bean casserole with Duck, Pork, Lamb or Sausage with Green Salad and Crusty Bread
Baby Molten Chocolate Soufflés with Vanilla Ice Cream and Raspberries
Bananas Foster with Coconut Pineapple Ice cream
Flourless Chocolate Cake served with Vanilla Ice Cream
Charlotte Aux Pommes (Apple Charlotte) with Whipped Cream
Mousseline au Chocolat (Chocolate Mousse) with Whipped Cream
Crepes Suzette with Vanilla Ice Cream
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Olive and Mozzarella Tomato, Basil, Tartlets
Tuscan Antipasto - Olives, Mushrooms, Artichoke Hearts, Roast Peppers, Prosciutto, and Sopprasata & Provolone served with Bread Sticks, Grapes and Fresh Figs
Olive-Caper Tapenade on Goat Cheese Crostini
Charcuterie Board - Cheeses, Meats, Figs, Cut Vegetables and Breads and Crackers
Eggplant and Pine Nut Fritters with Tomato Relish
Savory Palmiers with Roasted Garlic and Rosemary
Tuna tartare with cucumber, avocado, and wasabi dressing
Caprese Salad – Fresh Mozzarella, Basil and Local Tomatoes drizzled with Olive Oil and a Balsamic reduction
Wild Mushroom Ravioli with Roasted Grape Tomato Sauce
Lasagna - Beef or Vegetable
Cheese Manacotti
Tortellini with Fresh Tomato Marinara and Herbs
Minestrone Soup
Cacciucco - Spicy Fish Stew
Linguini with White (or Red) Clam Sauce, White Wine, Garlic and Fresh Herbs
Braciole – Braised beef stuffed with meat, herbs and cheeses, served with Roast Potatoes and Broccoli Rabe sauteed in Garlic
Shrimp Scampi with Saffron Rice
Chicken Picata –Sautéed Breast in a White Wine Sauce with Lemon and Capers, Rice Pilaf and Broccoli Rabe
Ossobuco - Slow cooked Veal and Vegetables served with Risotto or Polenta Cakes
Chicken or Veal Parmesan served with Spaghetti and Garlic Bread
Veal or Chicken Saltimbocca Alla Romana served with Risotto and/or Polenta Cakes
Roast Salmon with Thai Tomato-Ginger Compote
Five Herb Pesto Crusted Local Stripped Bass on a bed of Provencal Ragout (Tomato,Olives,Leeks and Capers)
Whole Boneless Flounder Italian Style stuffed with Crab and Fresh Herbs in Butter Sauce
Short Ribs cooked very slowly with vegetables, fresh herbs and red wine
Picata –Sautéed Breast in a White Wine Sauce with Lemon, Capers served with Rice Pilaf and Asparagus
Mushroom Risotto
Zabaione a whipped dessert with Marsala
Italian Pastries - Fruit Tarts, Cannolis etc
Baby Molten Chocolate Cakes with Ice Cream and Raspberries
Bananas Foster with Coconut Pineapple Ice cream
English Trifle served with Whipped Cream and Hundreds and Thousands
Bread Pudding with Rum Butterscotch Sauce and Whipped Cream
Key Lime Pie with Whipped Cream and Berries
Blueberry Cobbler with Whipped Cream
Apple Tart tatin
Flourless Chocolate Cake served with Vanilla Ice Cream
Adult S'mores
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BBQ Chicken and Jack Cheese Quesadillas with Mango Salsa
Classic Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with Lemons and Cocktail Sauce
Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Goat Cheese, Spinach and Bacon
Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos stuffed with Chicken and Cheese
Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Sauce
Chicken Sate with Peanut Sauce
Coriander & Lime Grilled Shrimp with Asian Pesto
Beet and Stilton Vinaigrette on Endive
Bruschetta
Oysters om the half shell served with Mignonette Sauce, Classic Cocktail Sauce and lemons
Greek and Mid Eastern - Taramasalata, Hummus, Baba Ganoush, Dolmades, Tsasiki, stuffed Grape leaves, Olives with Fresh Cut Garden Vegetables and Pita Bread
Eggplant and Pine Nut Fritters with Tomato Relish
Charcuterie Board with everything Meats, Cheese, Bread, Figs etc
Miniature Popovers baked with Bacon and Blue Cheese
Pigs in Blankets
Crab Dip with Crustini
Miniature Crab Cakes with Remoulade
Wild Mushroom Ravioli with Roasted Grape Tomato Sauce
Crispy Potato Baskets with Caviar and Creme Fraiche
Frisee, Endive and Heirloom Tomatoes, Blue Cheese with Mission Fig Dressing
Clams on the half Shell with Lemon,Cocktail and Hot Sauce
Beef Empanadas with Lime Sour Cream
Butternut Squash Soup with a touch of Apple
Waldorf Salad
Apple and Spinach Salad with Roasted Sesame Seed dressing sprinkled with toasted Almonds
Filet of Beef Medallions with Red Wine Reduction and Horseradish, served with Creamed Potatoes, Asparagus and Green Bean Bundles
Crispy Roast Long Island Duckling with a Fruity Bordelaise, Roast Potatoes, Green Beans and Glazed Carrots
Standing Rib Roast au Jus, Scalloped Potatoes, Spinach with Garlic and Corn Souffle
Lobster, shucked and returned to the shell, in melted Butter served "Palm" style (Creamed spinach etc.)
Roast Turkey with all the trimmings and you select your side dishes from my list
Baby Molten Chocolate Soufflés with Vanilla Ice Cream and Raspberries
Key Lime Pie with Whipped Cream and Berries
Bananas Foster with Coconut Pineapple Ice cream
English Trifle served with Whipped Cream and Hundreds and Thousands
Zaibaione
Apple Crumb Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream
Baked Apples with Ice Cream and Caramel Sauce
Wonton Napolean with Mixed Berries and Pastry Cream and Caramel Sauce
Razzledazzle Pie (blueberries,raspberries and strawberries) with Vanilla Ice Cream
Chocolate Mousse with Whipped Cream and Spiral Cookies
Blueberry Cobbler with Whipped Cream
Pumpkin Pie with Whipped Cream
Apple Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream
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.Coconut Shrimp with Sweet chili sauce
Cremini Mushrooms Stuffed with Goat Cheese, Spinach and Bacon
BBQ Chicken and Jack Cheese Quesadillas with Mango Salsa
Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos stuffed with Chicken and Cheese
Classic Shrimp Cocktail
Chicken Sate with Peanut Sauce
Tuscan Antipasto - Olives, Mushrooms, Artichoke Hearts, Roast Peppers, Prosciutto, and Sopprasata & Provolone served with Bread Sticks, Grapes and Fig Jam
Charcuterie Board - Cheeses, Meats, Cut Vegetables and Breads and Crackers
Greek and Mid Eastern - Taramasalata, Hummus, Baba Ganoush, Dolmades, Tsasiki, stuffed Grape leaves, Olives with Fresh Cut Garden Vegetables and Pita Bread
Crudite with Home made Dip
Water Melon Salad Layered with Tomatoes, Feta, Basil and Roasted Sesame Seeds with a Walnut Raspberry Vinaigrette on a bed of Green
Endive, Cherry Tomates and Arugala with Goat Cheese tossed in Vinaigrette
Crab Cakes with Remoulade
Linguini with White (or Red) Clam Sauce, White Wine, Garlic and Fresh Herbs
Cheese Manacotti, Spinach and Beef Cannalloni served with Garlic Bread
Gazpacho
Vichyssoise, the Classic cold Potato and Leek Soup
Cerviche
Crispy Long Island Duck with Fruity Sauce, Haricot Vert and Roast Potatoes
Baby Back Ribs and BBQ Chicken with three Side Dishes of your choice
Porterhouse Steak with Pan seared Cherry Tomatoes, Baked Potatoes and Spinach with Garlic
Grilled Filet Mignon Steak with Grilled Vegetables, Corn on Cob or Corn Pudding and Grilled Potatoes
Halibut with White Wine, Lime Zest and Whole Grain Mustard, Rice Pilaf and Grilled Vegetables
Asian Lacquered Salmon served with Black and White Rice and Stir Fried Vegetables
Grilled Tuna Steaks with Mango Salsa, Corn Pudding, Mini Red Potatoes and Asparagus
Cassoulet - Bean casserole with Duck, Pork, Lamb or Sausage with Green Salad and Crusty Bread
Five Herb Pesto Crusted Local Bass on a bed of Provencal Ragout (Tomato,Olives,Leeks and Capers)
Fish Tacos Stand up Shells filled with Fluke or Cod encrusted with Mexican spicceberg Lettes and Iuce and chopped Tomatoes, Avocados and Crumbled White Cheese
Aromatic Braised Short Ribs with Dauphinois Potatoes and Haricot Vert
Tuscan Roast Chicken, Roast Vegetables and New Potatoes
A Lobster Boil - Split Lobster, Clams, Mussells, Corn, Baby New Potatoes and Garlic for flavor
Baby Molten Chocolate Cakes with Vanilla Ice Cream and Raspberries
Bread and Butter Pudding with Salted Caramel Whiskey Sauce
Apple Tart tatin with Vanilla Ice Cream
Apple, Blueberry or Peach Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream
English Trifle served with Whipped Cream and Hundreds and Thousands
Adult S'mores
Flourless Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream
Wonton Napolean with Mixed Berries and Pastry Cream and Caramel Sauce
Key Lime Sweet Tacos with Whipped Cream and Raspberry Coulis
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