Chef Amanda Kristiansen

Chef At Home in Vancouver

I immersed myself in various styles of cuisine and explored the art of cooking across diverse kitchens and experiences. I've travelled quite a bit and I bring back tastes and techniques with me. With a background spanning multiple cuisines and settings, I thrive on creating new dishes, experimenting with flavours, and sharing my passion for food with others.

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is more than a skill; it’s my passion and lifestyle. I love the power of food to bring people together, creating moments that linger.

I learned to cook at...

I've had the privilege of training under some incredibly talented chefs who guided me in the industry

A cooking secret...

Letting each ingredient shine. I believe that great cooking is about highlighting the natural flavour of every element, allowing them to come together

My menus

Yuzu & Cedar

STARTER

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Furikake Focaccia - Whipped Miso Butter

Charcoal - Infused Bread - Fermented Hot Honey Butter

Scallion & Toasted Sesame Focaccia - Whipped Miso Butter

Edamame - Sea Salt, Togarashi

FIRST COURSE

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Miso Beet Carpaccio - Miso Glaze, Yellow Beets, Beet Puree, Pickled Shallots, Micros

Sesame Cucumber Salad - Fresh Cucumbers, Fermented Hot Honey, Sesame, Tamari, Pickled Ginger, Scallions

Japanese Salmon Crudo - Salmon, Daikon, Nori, Sesame Seeds, Wasabi - Avocado Puree, Yuzu - Citrus Dressing

Miso Caesar Salad - Greens, Miso, Toasted Sesame, Wonton Chips, Umami Caesar Dressing

Avocado & Salmon Stack - Salmon, Avocado Puree, Sesame Seeds, Yuzu - Ponzu, Cucumber

MAIN COURSE

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Miso Salmon - Miso Glazed Salmon, Charred Bok Choy, Root Vegetable Puree

Miso-Tamari Chicken - Chicken Breast, Miso-Tamari Glaze, Sweet Potatoes, Roasted Vegetables

Herbed Chicken - Herbed Chicken Thighs, Lemon-Yuzu Yogurt, Roasted Cauliflower

Roasted Cauliflower Steak - Miso Tahini Sauce, Toasted Sesame, Parsnip Puree

Soy & Ginger Chicken - Marinated Chicken Breast, Pickled Vegetable Salad, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

Steak - Seared Steak, Fermented Hot Honey & Sesame Compound Butter, Charred Greens, Miso Fingerling Potatoes

Miso Glazed Black Cod - Shiso, Cauliflower Puree, Sautéed Baby Bok Choy, Yuzu, Micros

Miso Mushroom Pasta - Roasted Wild Mushrooms, White Miso, Orecchiette, Marscapone Cheese, Parmesan, Fresh Herbs

Salmon - Seared Salmon, Yuzu Beurre Blanc, Smashed Edamame Puree, Roasted Carrots

DESSERT

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Match Panna Cotta - Blackberry Compote

Japanese cheesecake - berry coulis

Chocolate Cake - Miso Caramel

Vegan Panna Cotta - Coconut Panna Cotta, Yuzu / Citrus & Berry Compote

Yuzu & Matcha Cheesecake Mason Jar - Matcha, Graham Cracker, Sesame Seeds

Yuzu Coconut Chocolate Mousse - Yuzu, Lime, Dark Chocolate, Coconut Cream

Amuse Menu

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X2 Oysters each - Seasonal Mignonette

House Bread - Whipped Goat Cheese & Aged Balsamic

Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri

Sweet Drop Bread - House bread, sweet drops, whipped ricotta, olive oil

FIRST COURSE

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Carrot Tartare - heirloom carrots. carrot purée. carrot top oil. basil-cashew cream

Peach & Tomato Salad - roasted Okanagan peaches. tomatoes. whipped burrata. herb oil. pistachio chimichurri

Burrata Stuffed Tomato - Tomato, Burrata, Herb Oil, Charcoal Oil, Pesto

Prawn Crudo - Grapefruit, Wild Blueberries, Cucumber, Pickled Shallots, Radish, Pea Puree, Herbed Oil, Micros

Beef Carpaccio - Beef, Pickled Mustard Seeds, Garlic-Horseradish Aioli, Arugula, Parmesan

Tomato Carpaccio - Tomatoes, Basil, Raspberries, Pistachios, Raspberry Dressing

MAIN COURSE

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Braised Beef Cheek - hoisin Coca Cola braise. turmeric carrot purée. roasted vegetables. ginger scallion dressing

Braised Beef Short Rib - Braised Short Rib, White Chocolate Parsnip Puree, Seasonal Vegetable, Red Wine Demi

Black Cod - roasted black cod, miso glaze, roasted potatoes, charred broccolini, furikake

Soy Glazed Maitake Mushroom - pan-seared maitake mushroom, truffle celeriac purée. roasted summer squash. blossoms

Okanagan Salmon - roasted salmon, roasted baby potatoes. asparagus. charred yogurt. fennel - citrus slaw. micros

Okanagan Chicken Breast - roasted chicken, lavender - stone fruit jus. roasted carrots. whipped potatoes

DESSERT

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Basque Cheesecake - Burnt Basque Cheesecake, Berry Coulis

Apple Crumble - BC Apples, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Oat Topping & Whipped Cream

Lemon & Thyme Olive Oil Cake - Berry Compote, Whipped Cream

Brûlée Stone Fruit - Brûlée Fruit, Whipped Mascarpone, Honey & Nuts

Elvis - peanut butter blondie, vanilla chantilly, dehydrated banana, bacon jam caramel, crushed peanuts

Espresso Martini Mousse - chocolate espresso mousse, baileys chantilly, Guinness caramel, chocolate sponge

Winter's Embrace

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House Bread with Cultured Butter & Smoked Salt

House Bread with Whipped Honey Butter

Warm Olives & Spiced Nuts - Marinated Citrus Rosemary Olives, Toasted Nuts with Maple, Chili & Rosemary

Fresh Focaccia served with Whipped Goat Cheese & Balsamic Reduction

FIRST COURSE

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Celeriac & Apple Soup - Roasted Celeriac, BC Apples, Local Honey, Herbs

Beet Carpaccio - Shaved Beets, Beet Puree, Parmesan, Olive Oil, Nuts

Beet Salad - Beets, Arugula, Oranges, Candied Nuts, Balsamic, Goat Cheese

Roasted Cauliflower - Charred Cauliflower, Romesco Sauce, Chimichurri, Herb Oil

Squash - Roasted Delicata Squash, Labneh, Dukkah, Pomegranate

Winter Oysters (2ea) - Champagne Mignonette, Pickled Shallot & Cucumber

Winter Prawn Crudo - Prawns, Blood Orange/Grapefruit, Fennel, Radish, Citrus Olive Oil, Fresh Herbs, Pistachios

MAIN COURSE

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Braised Beef Short Rib - 8 Hour Braised Short Rib, Root Vegetable Puree, Roasted Vegetables & Pan Jus

Butternut Squash Risotto - Butternut Squash, Parmesan, Vegetable Stock

Chicken & Mushroom Risotto - Wild Mushrooms, Thyme, Parmesan, Roasted Chicken

Winter Hanger Steak - Seared Hanger Steak, Red Wine Jus, Root Vegetable Puree, Sautéed Winter Greens

BC Wild Salmon - Salmon, Roasted Baby Potatoes, Maple Glazed Carrots & Lemon-Dill Butter

Coq Au Vin - Red Wine Braised Chicken, Carrots, Celery, Leek & Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Maple Glazed Chicken Thighs - Oven Roasted Chicken Thighs, Maple - Mustard Glaze, Root Vegetables & Mashed Potatoes

Acorn Squash - Stuffed Acorn Squash, Braised Lentils, Quinoa, Roasted Vegetables & Cranberries

DESSERT

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Apple Crisp - BC Apples, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Oat Topping & Vegan Whipped Cream

Black Forest Trifle - Brownie, Dark Cherry Compote, Chocolate Mousse, Whipping Cream, Shaved Chocolate

Brûlée Banana - Brûlée Bananas, Whipped Mascarpone, Honey & Nuts

Chai Chocolate Mousse - Shaved Dark Chocolate, Chai Spice

Sticky Toffee Pudding - Date Cake, Warm Toffee Sauce & Whipped Cream

Winter Panna Cotta - Cardamom, Blood Oranges, Vanilla Bean

Chocolate Pot de Creme - Chocolate Custard, Hazelnuts, Sea Salt

Sunlit Shores & Forest Floors

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Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri

Wild Mushroom Toast - House Bread, Herb Ricotta, Balsamic Glaze, Wild Mushrooms, Fresh Herbs

Focaccia with Roasted Tomato & Basil Tapenade

Focaccia with Smoked Salmon Mousse, Dill, Lemon

FIRST COURSE

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Flatbread - Pear, Brie, Bacon & Honey

Stone Fruit Salad - Charred Stone Fruit, Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella, Olive Oil

Summer Peach Salad - Tomatoes, Peaches, Torn Burrata, Herbs, Olive Oil

Summer Arugula Salad - Arugula, Feta Cheese, Dill, Onion, Olives

Watermelon Salad - Watermelon, Cucumbers, Mint, Feta Cheese, Pickled Red Onions, Pistachios, Raspberry Balsamic Dressing

Antipasto Carpaccio - Cured Meats, Shaved Parmesan, Arugula, Balsamic, Chopped Nuts

Melon & Prosciutto - Sliced Melon, Prosciutto, Balsamic Glaze, Cracked Black Pepper, Micros, Olive Oil

Burrata Stuffed Tomato - Tomato, Burrata, Herb Oil, Charcoal Oil

MAIN COURSE

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Summer Steak - Medium Rare Steak, Crispy Potatoes, Asparagus & Cowboy Compound Butter

Lemon Cod - Lemon Baked Cod, Creamy Parmesan Rice & Zucchini

Indulge Surf & Turf - Steak, Pan Seared Scallops, Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetable & Salsa Verde

Roasted Chicken - Herb Roasted Chicken Breast, Chicken Jus, Creamy Polenta, Tomato & Olive Remoulade

Italian Salmon Dish - Oven Baked Salmon, Lemon Risotto & Fresh Herb and Caper Sauce

Summer Gnocchi - Potato Gnocchi, Grilled Zucchini, Corn, Cherry Tomatoes, Pesto & Fresh Herbs

Greek Chicken - Lemon - Herb Chicken Breast, Rice Pilaf, Roasted Vegetables & Tzatziki

Summer Corn Risotto - Corn Stock, Sweet Corn, Parmesan, Basil, Arborio Rice

Truffle & Ricotta Agnolotti - Brown Butter Sauce, Lemon Zest, Crispy Sage, Pecorino, Toasted Hazelnuts

DESSERT

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Italian Biscotti - Dark Chocolate Drizzle

Berry Crumble - Berry Compote, Crumbled Topping, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Mason Jar Cheesecake - Seasonal Cheesecake Flavour

Mason Jar Pie - Seasonal Flavours served with Vanilla Cream

Vegan Chocolate Mousse - Coconut Chocolate Mousse, Vegan Whipping Cream & Fresh Berries

White Chocolate Panna Cotta - White Chocolate Panna Cotta, Chocolate Soil & Fresh Fruit

Coastal Simplicity

STARTER

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House Bread with Cultured Butter & Smoked Salt

Fresh Focaccia served with Whipped Goat Cheese & Balsamic Reduction

Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri

Wild Mushroom Toast - House Bread, Herb Ricotta, Balsamic Glaze, Wild Mushrooms, Fresh Herbs

FIRST COURSE

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Summer Arugula Salad - Arugula, Feta Cheese, Dill, Onion, Olives

Kale Salad - Kale, Roasted Chickpeas, Shaved Carrot, Avocado & Carrot-Ginger Dressing

Watermelon Salad - Watermelon, Cucumbers, Mint, Feta Cheese, Raspberry Balsamic Dressing

Mango - Avocado Salad - Mango, Avocado, Red Onion, Jalapeños, Bell Peppers & Pineapple - Lime Dressing

Tomato Carpaccio - Tomatoes, Basil, Raspberries, Pistachios, Raspberry Dressing

Vegetable Tostada - Grilled Vegetables, Peas, Mint & Herbed Yogurt Sauce

Grilled Peaches & Burrata with Mint and Arugula

Charred Broccolini with Tahini and Chili Oil

MAIN COURSE

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Hanger - Marinated Hanger Steak, Salsa Verde, Jus served with Root Vegetable Puree & Roasted Vegetables

Summer Gnocchi - Potato Gnocchi, Grilled Zucchini, Corn, Cherry Tomatoes, Pesto & Fresh Herbs

Italian Salmon Dish - Oven Baked Salmon, Lemon Risotto & Fresh Herb and Caper Sauce

Summer Vegetable Risotto - Asparagus, Peas, Pea Puree, Parmesan, Lemon

Summer Chicken - Roasted Chicken Breast, Root Vegetable Puree & Honey - Brown Butter Carrots

Roasted Chicken - Oven Roasted Chicken Breast, Parsnip Puree, Cauliflower, Mushrooms & Kale

Basic Surf & Turf - Sirloin Steak, Sautéed Garlic Prawns, Parsnip Puree & Salsa Verde

Seafood Risotto - Mussels, Shrimp, Saffron Broth, Parmesan, Lemon, Green Peas

Steelhead Trout - Roasted Trout, Asparagus, Fennel & Potato Puree, Green Herb Oil

Summer Ratatouille - Creamy Polenta, Confit Tomato, Summer Squash, Green Herb Oil

DESSERT

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Berry Crumble - Berry Compote, Crumbled Topping, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Mason Jar Pie - Seasonal Flavours served with Vanilla Cream

Vegan Chocolate Mousse - Coconut Chocolate Mousse, Vegan Whipping Cream & Fresh Berries

Vegan Panna Cotta - Coconut Panna Cotta, Yuzu / Citrus & Berry Compote

Lemon Curd Parfait - Lemon-Orange Curd, Vanilla Cheesecake & Graham Crumble

Mason Jar Cheesecake - Seasonal Cheesecake Flavour

Savouring Amalfi

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Focaccia - Whipped Goat Cheese, Lemon, Sea Salt

Focaccia with Roasted Tomato & Basil Tapenade

Prosciutto wrapped Melon Skewers with Mint

Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri

FIRST COURSE

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Caprese Salad - Tomatoes, Basil, Balsamic, Olive Oil, Fresh Mozzarella

Beet Carpaccio - Shaved Beets, Beet Puree, Parmesan, Olive Oil, Nuts

Burrata Stuffed Tomato - Tomato, Burrata, Herb Oil

Tomato Carpaccio - Tomatoes, Basil, Raspberries, Pistachios, Raspberry Dressing

Italian Summer Salad - Arugula, Pear, Walnuts, Parmesan, Olive Oil, Fresh Herbs

Melon & Prosciutto - Sliced Melon, Prosciutto, Balsamic Glaze, Cracked Black Pepper, Micros, Olive Oil

MAIN COURSE

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Italian Salmon Dish - Oven Baked Salmon, Lemon Risotto & Fresh Herb and Caper Sauce

Summer Italian Style Chicken - Roasted Chicken Breast, Roasted Baby Potatoes, Blistered Tomatoes & Fresh Pesto

Italian Flank Steak - Seared Flank Steak, Wild Mushrooms, Fresh Herb Sauce, Creamy Polenta

Summer Gnocchi - Gluten Free Potato Gnocchi, Grilled Zucchini, Corn, Cherry Tomatoes, Pesto & Fresh Herbs

Prawn & Mushroom Risotto - Wild Mushrooms, Thyme, Parmesan, Garlic Butter Prawns

Chicken al Limone - Roasted Chicken Breast, Lemon - Rosemary Sauce, Roasted Vegetables & Mashed Potatoes

Summer Chicken - Roasted Chicken Breast, Root Vegetable Puree & Honey - Brown Butter Carrots

DESSERT

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Lemon Panna Cotta - Lemoncello, Strawberry Gel

Lemon & Thyme Olive Oil Cake - Berry Compote, Whipped Cream

Vegan Olive Oil Cake - Lemon / Citrus Olive Oil Cake, Vegan Whipping Cream, Fresh Citrus

Cannoli - Pistachio, Chocolate

Tiramisu Trifle - Espresso Caramel, Coffee Soaked Lady Fingers, Vanilla Cream

Chocolate Cake - Dark Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Berry Compote

Lemon Curd Parfait - Lemon-Orange Curd, Vanilla Cheesecake & Graham Crumble

Julia's Autumn Table

STARTER

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Classic Baguette - Cultured Butter & Sea Salt

Black Pepper & Herb Focaccia - Served with a Winter Chimmichurri

House Bread - Whipped Goat Cheese & Aged Balsamic

Warm Olives & Spiced Nuts - Marinated Citrus Rosemary Olives, Toasted Nuts with Maple, Chili & Rosemary

FIRST COURSE

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French Onion Soup - Caramelized Onions, Sourdough Croutons, Cheese

Beet Salad - Beets, Arugula, Oranges, Candied Nuts, Balsamic, Goat Cheese

Mushroom Vol-au-Vent - Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Confit Garlic, Puff Pastry

Pear Salad - Arugula, Pear, Gorgonzola, Roasted Nuts, Honey-Dijon Dressing

Ratatouille - Creamy Parmesan Polenta, Confit Tomatoes, Squash, Eggplant, Herbs de Provence

MAIN COURSE

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Coq Au Vin - Red Wine Braised Chicken, Carrots, Celery, Leek & Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Beef Bourguignon served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots

Poulet Roti - Roast Chicken, Garlic-Herb Butter, Roasted Carrots, Parsnips & Potatoes

Mushroom & Spinach Galette - Sautéed Wild Mushrooms, Spinach, Creamy Cheese Custard, Puff Pastry

Braised Pork - Slow - Cooked Pork, Apple, Sage, Roasted Root Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes

Chicken Fricassee - Chicken Breast, White Wine Cream Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables

Seared Cod - Shaved Fennel, White Wine Herb Sauce, Autumn Vegetables, Roasted Baby Potatoes

DESSERT

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Chocolate Pot de Creme - Chocolate Custard, Hazelnuts, Sea Salt

Apple Tarte Tatin - Caramelized Apples, Warm Spices, Creme Fraiche

Poached Pears - Red Wine Poached Pear, Warm Spices, Whipped Cream

London Fog Creme Brulee - Earl Grey, Lavender, Vanilla, Caramelized Sugar

Pasta e Passione

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Melon & Prosciutto - Sliced Melon, Prosciutto, Balsamic Glaze, Cracked Black Pepper, Micros, Olive Oil

Winter Burrata - Roasted Grapes, Thyme, Herb Oil, Burrata, Toasted Bread

Fresh Focaccia - Pistachio Chimichurri, Tomato Bruschetta

FIRST COURSE

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Cacio e Pepe - Udon Noodles, Cracked Black Pepper, Pecorino Romano

Chestnut Pappardelle - Porcini Mushrooms, Wild Mushrooms, Thyme, White Wine, Chestnuts, Parmigiano

Miso Mushroom Pasta - Roasted Wild Mushrooms, White Miso, Orecchiette, Marscapone Cheese, Parmesan, Fresh Herbs

Pasta A La Vodka - Vodka Cream Sauce, Crushed Tomatoes, Lemon, Garlic-Chili Oil, Parmesan, Pasta

Thai Pesto - Thai Basil Pesto, Blistered Tomatoes, Toasted Sesame Seeds, Parmigiano, Pasta

MAIN COURSE

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Italian Flank Steak - Seared Flank Steak, Wild Mushrooms, Fresh Herb Sauce, Creamy Polenta

Italian Salmon Dish - Oven Baked Salmon, Lemon Risotto & Fresh Herb and Caper Sauce

Prawn & Mushroom Risotto - Wild Mushrooms, Thyme, Parmesan, Garlic Butter Prawns

Chianti - Braised Short Rib - Shorty, Chianti Jus, Parmesan Polenta, Roasted Vegetables

Chicken Saltimbocca - Chicken Breast, Prosciutto, Sage, White Wine Butter Sauce, Roasted Vegetable Puree, Seasonal Vegetables

Vegetable Lasagna - Roasted Vegetables, Ricotta, Marinara Sauce, Lasagna Noodles, Cheese

Mediterranean Sea Bass - Roasted Sea Bass, Shaved Fennel, Olives, Lemon, Herbs, Herbed Potatoes, Vegetables

DESSERT

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Tiramisu Trifle - Espresso Caramel, Coffee Soaked Lady Fingers, Vanilla Cream

Italian Panna Cotta - Honey - Yogurt Panna Cotta, Pistachios, Strawberries

Berry Crumble - Berry Compote, Crumbled Topping, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Brûlée Banana - Brûlée Bananas, Whipped Mascarpone, Honey & Nuts

Cannoli - Pistachio, Chocolate

Figs - Maple-Roasted Figs, Honey Mascarpone, Toasted Almonds

Vegan Olive Oil Cake - Lemon / Citrus Olive Oil Cake, Vegan Whipping Cream, Fresh Citrus

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Chef Amanda's reviews

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33 services

Riley was excellent. Perfect timing with arrival and preparation. The meal was amazing and our group is still taking about how delicious it was. Highly recommend Amanda and Riley!

Amanda went above and beyond with her menu, accommodating a vegan guest and a non-seafood eater. The entire menu was fabulous and the vegan dishes were amazing! My kitchen was spotless! You can't go wrong choosing Amanda!

Had Riley as our chef for a private dining with my gf for her birthday, it was a lovely setting with no stress at all and Riley was engaging but also perfectly respected our privacy ???? would 12/10 recommend

Chef Amanda was great! Very clear and professional communication in planning my anniversary dinner for two. The food was excellent and it was just nice to chat with her while we were eating each course and she was cooking in the background. I would happily have her cater another event.

Amanda went above and beyond to create a special surprise for my fiancé. She worked with me to create a perfect menu of some of his favourite dishes and blew us away with how delicious they were. She showed up early to set up and when my fiancé was unexpectedly late, she stayed to make sure we got the full experience. Amanda was also wonderful to talk to and had some great stories about her travels! I’m so happy I chose Amanda for our special evening and I’ll be recommending her to all of my family and friends.

Amanda was everything we could have hoped for for a private chef at our house for our little anniversary date night. Amazing and delicious food, perfect Italian west coast creative fresh fusion. I highly recommend.

Chef Amanda was amazing! The meal was incredible and we had great conversations.

Chef Amanda was great to work with. Very responsive to emails and texts, as well as flexible and friendly. She made helpful suggestions and incorporated tweaks to our menu plan seamlessly. Highly recommend.