Chef Natacha Gomez Dupuy

Chef At Home in New York City

I am Chef Natacha Gomez Dupuy, a culinary globetrotter, wine specialist, food advocate, and award-winning cookbook author with more than 15 years of experience creating exceptional dining experiences around the world. Recognized as a Best of Weddings 2024 winner by The Knot, I am passionate about bringing people together through food, culture, and hospitality.

My culinary journey has been shaped by a love of travel and discovery, allowing me to blend international flavors, traditions, and techniques into unique dining experiences. Every menu I create is inspired by the places I’ve explored, the people I’ve met, and the stories behind each ingredient.

As both a travel chef and wine specialist, I curate personalized menus that are designed to take guests on a sensory journey. Each dish is thoughtfully paired and carefully crafted, transforming every meal into an experience that celebrates culture, connection, and exploration.

I believe that food has the power to transport us, evoke memories, and create lasting moments. Whether hosting an intimate dinner, a destination celebration, or a private event, my goal is to deliver unforgettable culinary experiences where every bite feels like a passport to a new destination.

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

Modern Bistro (French American fare )

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Miniature Gougères: Savory cheese puffs, light and airy

French Onion Soup Gratinée: Classic French onion soup with a rich beef broth, caramelized onions, and a Gruyère cheese crouton

Fried Green Tomatoes with Remoulade Sauce: Crispy fried green tomatoes served with a tangy remoulade sauce. (Southern American influence)

Vegetarian: Miniature Tomato and Basil Tartlets, Savory pastry filled with roasted tomatoes, fresh basil, and a touch of cheese

FIRST COURSE

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Crab and Avocado Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette: Lump crab meat mixed with diced avocado, citrus segments, and a light citrus vinaigrette

Quiche Lorraine: Classic French savory tart with bacon, eggs, and cheese

Vegetarian: Wild Mushroom Tart with Gruyère and Thyme: Savory tart filled with a medley of wild mushrooms, Gruyère cheese, and fresh thyme

Mussel bisque herb confetti

Chicken vol au vent mornay sauce

MAIN COURSE

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Grilled Hanger Steak with Bordelaise Sauce and Pommes Frites: Grilled hanger steak with a classic French bordelaise sauce (red wine reduction with shallots and bone marrow) and crispy pommes frites (French fries)

Shrimp and Grits with Andouille Sausage: Creamy grits with shrimp, spicy Andouille sausage, and a rich sauce

Chicken Paillard with Lemon-Herb Butter and Haricots Verts

Buttermilk Fried Chicken Salad with Cornbread Croutons and Honey-Mustard Vinaigrette

Green peas risotto with candied carrots

Poulet aux morilles ,pommes dauphine madeira cream,morels

Moules frites ( Mussels and Fries)

DESSERT

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Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce

Peach Melba

Oeuf au lait (French Flan old recipe )

Caramel flan topped with berries & edible flowers

A night in Italy

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Polpettine beef ,pork or veal

Bruschetta Mista: Toasted slices of Italian bread topped with a variety of toppings like chopped fresh tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze; creamy ricotta cheese with roasted red peppers; and a classic bruschetta with garlic, olive oil, and chopped fresh

Anti pasti board

Mini Kibbeh & microgreens

Suppli

"Bruschetta Toscana with Caviar " (Tuscan Bruschetta): Grilled rustic bread topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, and a drizzle of olive oil

Mini vegetable skewers chimichurri sauce

FIRST COURSE

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Insalata Caprese: A classic Caprese salad featuring slices of fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves drizzled with high-quality olive oil and balsamic glaze. (Vegetarian)

Carpaccio di Salmone con Limone e Finocchio (Salmon Carpaccio with Lemon and Fennel): Thinly sliced, high-quality salmon drizzled with a simple dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and a touch of fennel pollen for a touch of anise flavor. Finished with sha

Minestrone hearty vegetable soup

Mini spaghetti plates or penne with smoked herring or sausage

Burrata e Pomodorini" (Burrata with Cherry Tomatoes): Creamy burrata cheese served with heirloom cherry tomatoes, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze

MAIN COURSE

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Seared scallop with Polenta and brown butter sage sauce

Sauteed chicken with lemon capers butter and roasted vegetables

Shrimp scampi with creamed spinach and white jasmine rice

Moules frites ( Mussels and Fries)

Seafood lasagna in mussels cream with arugula salad

Eggplant cabbage , carrots stew ,red beans puree white rice

DESSERT

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Cantuccini e Vin Santo: Biscotti dipped in a sweet Vin Santo dessert wine, a traditional Tuscan pairing

Panna Cotta con Frutti di Bosco (Panna Cotta with Berries): A light and creamy Italian custard dessert flavored with vanilla bean. Served chilled and topped with a vibrant mix of fresh berries like raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries

Espresso flan with biscotti dust

Baba au Rhum

Caramel flan topped with berries & edible flowers

Italian Feast

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Alici Marinate" (Marinated Anchovies): Marinated anchovies with garlic, herbs, and olive oil served on crostini

Insalata Caprese" (Caprese Salad): Sliced ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil leaves drizzled with balsamic glaze and olive oil

"Bruschetta Toscana" (Tuscan Bruschetta): Grilled rustic bread topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, and a drizzle of olive oil

Burrata e Pomodorini" (Burrata with Cherry Tomatoes): Creamy burrata cheese served with heirloom cherry tomatoes, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze

Crispy Calamari with Spicy Marinara Sauce : Lightly fried calamari rings and tentacles served with a zesty marinara sauce for dipping

FIRST COURSE

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Penne alla Vodka" (Penne with Vodka Sauce): Creamy and flavorful penne pasta in a vodka sauce with tomatoes, cream, and pancetta

Spaghetti Aglio e Olio" with Shrimp(Spaghetti with Garlic and Oil): Simple yet elegant, spaghetti tossed with garlic, olive oil, red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley topped with Shrimp

Linguine con le Vongole" (Linguine with Clams): Fresh clams sautéed in garlic and white wine, tossed with linguine and a touch of parsley

Italian wedding soup

MAIN COURSE

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"Pollo alla Griglia" (Grilled Chicken): Grilled chicken breasts seasoned with herbs and lemon, served with roasted vegetables like zucchini and peppers

Polpette di Carne" (Meatballs): Homemade meatballs simmered in marinara sauce, served over a bed of rice bowl with red beans

Dust bacon Pasta with mussels and shrimp in white wine sauce

Creamy shrimp scampi roasted potatoes wilted greens white rice

Seafood lasagna in mussels cream with arugula salad

Bistecca alla Fiorentina (Porterhouse or T bones steak served with creamy Polenta and rosemary infused heirloom tomatoes

Eggplant carrots stew parsley polenta crispy mushrooms

DESSERT

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Tiramisù" (Tiramisu): Layers of ladyfingers soaked in coffee, layered with mascarpone cream and dusted with cocoa powder

Zeppole Light and airy choux pastry, deep-fried to golden perfection and dusted generously with powdered sugar

Mango caramel flan with edible flowers and frosted grapes

A Taste of the City: A Local New York Culinary Experience

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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

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

Mushrooms in puff pastry with basil cream sauce

Chicken in Puff pastry with monay sauce

Mini vegetable skewers chimichurri sauce

FIRST COURSE

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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)

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)

MAIN COURSE

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NY pepper 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

Rigatoni with chickpea fritters in marinara sauce

"Pollo alla Griglia" (Grilled Chicken): Grilled chicken breasts seasoned with herbs and lemon, served with roasted vegetables like zucchini and peppers

Steak with fries wilted spinach

Grilled shrimp and beef tenderloin skewers with yellow rice and vegetables

Mussels in Mediterranean broth with crusty bread

DESSERT

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New York-Style Cheesecake A classic New York-style cheesecake with a graham cracker crust and a rich and creamy filling

Mango caramel flan with edible flowers and frosted grapes

Saveurs de Paris

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Oysters with Cucumber Mignonette and Champagne sauce

Lobster Bisque with Tarragon Oil and Croutons

Smoked Salmon Rillettes with Dill Crème Fraîche and Rye Bread

Chicken puff pastry with white wine sauce and arugula shaved parmesan

Vegetables tartare with lemon vinaigrette and fresh herbs

FIRST COURSE

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Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Sage Sauce

Wild Mushroom Risotto with Truffle Oil and Parmesan

Pates de Campagne with Apple Tarte Tatin and Calvados Reduction

Chicken crepes vegetables succotash with sauce mornay

MAIN COURSE

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Grilled Filet Mignon with Béarnaise Sauce and Asparagus,gratin potatoes

Roasted Rack of Lamb with Rosemary and Garlic,jasmine rice roasted carrots

Vegetarian Option: Wild Mushroom and Goat Cheese Wellington

Pork belly and Pork ribs duo with spicy coleslaw and guava sauce crispy kale,Mashed potaoes with butter sauce c

DESSERT

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Deconstructed Cheesecake with Berry Compote and Graham Cracker Crumble

Crème Brûlée with Lavender and Honey

Poached Pears with Red Wine Reduction and Spiced Crumble

Baba au Rhum

Amuse-Bouche & Aperitif Cocktails

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Smoked Shrimp Canapé with Dill Crème Fraîche & Cucumber candied bacon dust

Mini Chicken & Avocado tacos herbs confetti

Salted Cod Fritters with Tartar Sauce salmon roe

Vegetarian crostini (mushrooms, black beans cashews dust )

FIRST COURSE

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Chicken lollipop with guava glazed

Mini chicken satay

Mini medaillons of beef over potatoes paves

Lobster bisque shots

MAIN COURSE

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Vegetarian bowl ( okra ,djon-djon,white rice 0

Smoked Duck Breast Salad with Fig Jam & Balsamic Glaze

Chicken liver pate with cognac topped with arugula

Mini seafood Fench patties

DESSERT

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Mini key lime pie

Assorted mini cheesecakes

Tiramisu

Chocolate eclairs and Coffee eclairs

International Bbq Party

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All inclusive

Grilled chicken wings with 4 sauces

Gourmet sausage platter with Chef 2 sauces

Burgers and grilled sausages

Grilled vegetables

FIRST COURSE

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Macaroni and potato salad with bacon toppings

4 cheeses deluxe baked Mac & Cheese

Arugula and warm goat cheese salad with Passionfruit vinaigrette

Greek salad with green goddess sauce

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Smoked Chicken Duchess potatoes green herbs sauce mushroom confetti

Louisiana ribs with passion fruit bbq sauce

Steak kebabs

Grilled shrimp skewers seafood rice

Portobello and vegetable skewers

DESSERT

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Lemon and Raspberry Tartlets with Italian Meringue

Caribbean mini cake with spiked soursop cream

Flan caramel topped with berries and edible flowers

A night under the stars

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Turkish chicken mini kebab

Turkish vegetable kebab

Bone marrow grilled mushrooms Cicchetti

"Bruschetta Toscana with Caviar " (Tuscan Bruschetta): Grilled rustic bread topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, and a drizzle of olive oil

Charcuterie cups

Albondigas ,small meatballs with various sauces

Asparagus and Goat Cheese Tart with Black Truffle Vinaigrette

Spanish shrimpTartlets

FIRST COURSE

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Butternut Squash Velouté with Toasted Pepitas and Brown Butter Croutons

Caribbean vegetables broth with black eyed peas dumplings

Corn bisque basil oil

BLT salad with Prosecco mayonnaise

Greek salad with green goddess sauce

MAIN COURSE

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Louisina style pork bbq ribs

Chicken Skewers with Mango Salsa: Succulent chicken marinated in a fiery jerk spice blend, grilled to perfection, and served with a refreshing mango salsa

Grilled shrimp skewers seafood rice

Beef kebab with yellow rice steamed vegetables sweet plantains

Grilled portobello over pasta

Seafood pasta (Mussels, shrimp, crab) in Prosecco sauce

Bbq half chicken served with charred okra ,corn and rice

Grilled shrimp in Spanish garlic and olive oil sauce tomato rice cilantro dust

DESSERT

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Caribbean mini cake with spiked soursop cream

Caramel flan topped with berries & edible flowers

Tiramisù" (Tiramisu): Layers of ladyfingers soaked in coffee, layered with mascarpone cream and dusted with cocoa powdara

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Chef Natacha's reviews

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Chef Natacha was excellent! We had a French party theme and she absolutely nailed the menu. The food was delicious and very professional. Highly recommended!

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I was struggling to find a chef for a dinner for 12 at home. After so much searching and so many complications, a friend referred me to "Take a Chef". Within minutes, I had 3 proposals to choose from. I hired a chef 3 days before the event. I selected the proposal by Chef Natasha Gomez Dupuy. She turned out to be the best chef that we ever had in our home. Totally professional, efficient, and hands-on in all aspects of her trade. She took the headache out of cooking, and she was a real pleasure to work with. I highly recommend Chef Natasha Gomez Dupuy for a delightful and successful dinner. She is so talented.

Chef Natacha was absolutely amazing. Her food was fresh and delicious and she has a lovely personality. She delivered a top notch menu and experience. Highly recommend!

We recently hired chef Natacha for a birthday celebration with eight guests, and experience was absolutely exceptional. From the moment they arrived, punctual and prepared-It was clear we were in great hands. Communication was smooth and professional throughout and they were incredibly accommodating of all dietary restrictions and needs which made every guest feel cared for. The food was primarily Caribbean inspired was bursting with flavour and some of the best we have ever had each dish was beautifully presented and delicious leaving everyone raving long after the party ended. What truly said this experience apart was the chefs attention to detail and care despite our kitchen being a bit disorganized the lovely mother daughter team handled everything with grace, they cleaned thoroughly and threw the trash and left the kitchen, sparkling, clean above and beyond what we expected. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a memorable stress-free and flavorful culinary experience.

Chef Natacha was excellent all the way around. From the beginning of our booking she was responsive and made this easy from start to finish. Communication was excellent throughout. Food was great. We hosted a dinner for 8 people, and, simply stated, are 100% happy that we chose Chef Natacha and would make the same choice again.

We had a wonderful experience with Chef Natacha! From the beginning, her communications were prompt and clear. She made a point to confirm the day before, and showed up on time to set up. In the end, she left a clean apartment with no clean up necessary on my end (a hostess's dream)! She also came with a great energy! The food was not only delicious but well-portioned, and I've enjoyed having some leftovers this week. Overall, Natacha made for a very special night, and we would recommend her to anyone!

Natasha did a fantastic job. She was easy to communicate with, attentive, and professional. She arrived right on time, and dinner was ready on time as well. The food was delicious and presented beautifully. I was very grateful for the excellent clean-up job - she left the kitchen spotless. She made my son's graduation dinner relaxing and enjoyable.

Natache was amazing!!! We had such a lovely time with her for celebrating our friends bachelorette. Highly recommend her. The food tasted so fresh and yummy!