Private Chef | Coleen Henry-Lawrence | CookinGenie

Coleen H.

Cooking has always been Chef Coleen’s passion. After finishing her bachelor's degree at USF, she left home to study at the International Culinary Center in New York, NY where she graduated top of her class. Since then, she has worked for clientele in NY and FL, restaurants in the Rockefeller Center, as a sous chef at a country club in Austin TX, and her own pop-up events. This year, her father hel...

Tampa, Florida

11-15 Years of experience

Build your perfect dining experience by selecting individual dishes from your chef’s full menu.

Brunches

You can choose 2 Brunch for one order

Crispy Bacon

Cured pork belly. A classic and beloved side, offering a rich, savory crunch with every bite. Ideal as an addition to breakfast, brunch.

Pork Belly

Pork Belly

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$11.00$2.75 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Seasonal fruit stuffed French Toast

Brioche bread, stuffed with a cream cheese and fresh fruit filling, dipped in an egg custard and seared until cooked. Seasonal fruit options Sept: blackberry, strawberry, orange, apple

EggsBriocheHeavy CreamCream Cheese

EggsBriocheHeavy CreamCream Cheese

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$96.00$24.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Brunches

You can choose 5 Brunch for one order

Crispy Bacon

Cured pork belly. A classic and beloved side, offering a rich, savory crunch with every bite. Ideal as an addition to breakfast, brunch.

Pork Belly

Pork Belly

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$11.00$2.75 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Seasonal fruit stuffed French Toast

Brioche bread, stuffed with a cream cheese and fresh fruit filling, dipped in an egg custard and seared until cooked. Seasonal fruit options Sept: blackberry, strawberry, orange, apple

EggsBriocheHeavy CreamCream Cheese

EggsBriocheHeavy CreamCream Cheese

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$96.00$24.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Appetizers

You can choose 2 Appetizer for one order

Stuffed Mushrooms

Baby Bella mushroom caps, stuffed with a cream cheese and sausage mixture. Baked until melted and delicious

Baby Bella MushroomsCream CheeseSmoked Turkey SausageCheddar Cheese

Baby Bella MushroomsCream CheeseSmoked Turkey SausageCheddar Cheese

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$54.00$13.50 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Spinach Artichoke Dip

Classic, cheesy, spinach, artichoke dip and served with a side of fried sprouted corn tortilla chips

Cream CheeseMayoSour CreamMozzarella

Cream CheeseMayoSour CreamMozzarella

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$75.00$18.75 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Garlic Hummus with Fresh Flatbread and Assorted Veggies

Creamy, garlicky hummus, topped with fried garlic and garlic oil, fresh parsley, and paprika. Served with freshly made yeasted Flatbread (similar to naan) and freshly cut vegetable...

ChickpeasRoasted GarlicTahiniLemon

ChickpeasRoasted GarlicTahiniLemon

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$82.00$20.50 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Small Charcuterie Board

Assorted meats, cheeses, and dips. Please note any allergies

Deli MeatsCheddar CheeseFruit JamOlives

Deli MeatsCheddar CheeseFruit JamOlives

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$84.00$21.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Fruit, vegetable, and cheese board

Assorted seasonal fruits, vegetables, and cheese. Served with a side of ranch dressing

StrawberriesGrapesPineappleCelery

StrawberriesGrapesPineappleCelery

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$90.00$18.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Breaded and Fried Whole Wings

Chicken wings breaded and fried in avocado oil. Served with a side of BBQ sauce, homemade ranch, and Buffalo sauce

Chicken WingsUnbleached FlourBbq SauceAvocado Oil

Chicken WingsUnbleached FlourBbq SauceAvocado Oil

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$121.00$30.25 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Salads

You can choose 2 Salad for one order

Green salad

Classic green salad served with a white wine vinaigrette

LettuceTomatoesCucumberShaved Carrot

LettuceTomatoesCucumberShaved Carrot

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$49.00$12.25 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Caprese Salad

Sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, olive oil, seasoning, and a drizzle of caramelized balsamic reduction

TomatoesMozzarellaOlive OilBasil

TomatoesMozzarellaOlive OilBasil

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$52.00$13.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Panzanella

Assorted sliced tomatoes, basil, toasted bread, cucumbers, sliced red onions, and parsley all tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette

Assorted TomatoesBasilRed OnionParsley

Assorted TomatoesBasilRed OnionParsley

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$66.00$16.50 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Classic Caesar Salad

Organic lettuce, fresh croutons, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and Caesar dressing.

Ceasar DressingLettuceCroutonsParsley

Ceasar DressingLettuceCroutonsParsley

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$69.00$17.25 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Grapefruit and Fennel Salad

Grapefruit and shaved fennel bulb, leaf lettuce, and arugula. Tossed in a sherry vinaigrette and topped with toasted hazelnuts, and goat cheese

FennelArugulaLeaf LettuceSherry Vinegar

FennelArugulaLeaf LettuceSherry Vinegar

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$71.00$17.75 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Soups

You can choose 2 Soup for one order

French Onion Soup

Delicious, caramelized onion and beef soup, topped with slices of toasted baguette, gruyere cheese, and fresh chives and parsley

Beef StockOnionGarlicSherry

Beef StockOnionGarlicSherry

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$71.00$17.75 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Pea Soup

Peas soup, flavored with beef broth and beef bacon. Topped with a garlic cream swirl, crispy bacon, fried garlic, chopped chives, parsley, and fried purple sweet potato sticks

PeasBeef BrothBeef BaconGarlic

PeasBeef BrothBeef BaconGarlic

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$90.00$22.50 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Entrées

You can choose 2 Entrée for one order

Classic Chicken Potpie

The Classic chicken potpie we know and love, enveloped in a 9" buttery, flaky, crust

Green BeansOnionPotatoCarrot

Green BeansOnionPotatoCarrot

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$92.00$23.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Hamburg Steak in Mushroom Sauce with Garlic Rice

100% grass fed beef Salisbury steaks in a rich mushroom gravy, served with garlic rice

GarlicOnionsCeleryBeef Broth

GarlicOnionsCeleryBeef Broth

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$96.00$24.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Whole roasted lamb leg with assorted vegetables.

A whole lamb leg, seasoned with a fresh herbs and garlic mixture and roasted with assorted vegetables until tender. Served with the roasted vegetables, toasted baguette and lamb sauce

ThymeGarlicParsleyRosemary

ThymeGarlicParsleyRosemary

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$132.00$33.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Seared salmon in a ginger balsamic glaze, roasted potatoes, baby kale salad

Seared wild caught salmon drizzled with a balsamic ginger gastrique. Served with baby kale in a light honey mustard vinaigrette and seasoned roasted baby potatoes

Balsamic VinegarGingerCane SugarVegetable Broth

Balsamic VinegarGingerCane SugarVegetable Broth

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$136.00$34.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Oxtail

Jamaican oxtail stew teaming with root vegetables, and small dumplings

OxtailCarrotsOnionsCelery

OxtailCarrotsOnionsCelery

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$152.00$38.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Seared Grass-Fed Ribeye Steak, Roasted Potatoes, and Roasted Garlic Parmesan Broccoli

Grass fed ribeye seared to your preference, served with your choice of mushroom cream sauce, beurre rouge (red wine butter sauce), or garlic compound butter. Seasoned roasted potatoes and garlic roasted Parmesan broccoli

GarlicRibeyeButterAvocado Oil

GarlicRibeyeButterAvocado Oil

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$188.00$47.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Braised beef ribs in a balsamic ginger gastrique

Braised short ribs in a balsamic ginger gastrique (caramelized sugar, deglazed with vinegar), topped with fried scallions and served with a side of wild rice pilaf and seasonal roasted vegetables

Short RibsBalsamic VinegarGingerCane Sugar

Short RibsBalsamic VinegarGingerCane Sugar

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$222.00$55.50 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Proteins

You can choose 2 Protein for one order

Salt and Pepper Seared Salmon

Simple seared wild-caught salmon

Salt And PepperSalmonAvocado Oil

Salt And PepperSalmonAvocado Oil

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$83.00$20.75 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Brown sugar rosemary butter roasted chicken

Whole chicken slathered in a garlic rosemary and brown sugar compound butter and then roasted

Brown SugarGarlicRosemaryButter

Brown SugarGarlicRosemaryButter

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$95.00$23.75 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Cajun Fried Fish

Fresh flounder, dipped in seasoned buttermilk, and breaded in Cajun spiced corn flour. Fried until golden brown

Cajun SeasoningCornflourButtermilkAvocado Oil

Cajun SeasoningCornflourButtermilkAvocado Oil

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$98.00$24.50 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Seared Ribeye with Red Wine Reduction

Seared Ribeye, served in a red wine reduction sauce

Ribeye SteakGarlicThymeRosemary

Ribeye SteakGarlicThymeRosemary

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$101.00$25.25 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Lemon Butter Herb Salmon

Seared Salmon in a lemon, butter, white wine, and fresh herbs sauce

SalmonLemonButterWhite Wine

SalmonLemonButterWhite Wine

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$103.00$25.75 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Teriyaki Salmon

Seared salmon filet, glazed with teriyaki sauce, and topped with shredded carrots, scallions, and sesame seeds

SalmonSalt And PepperGingerGarlic

SalmonSalt And PepperGingerGarlic

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$105.00$26.25 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Pressed Mushroom Steak in a Toasted Black Pepper Cream Sauce

Your choice of lion's mane or oyster Mushroom, pressed and seared like a steak in a hot cast iron pan. Served with a toasted black pepper cream sauce

Oyster MushroomsLions Mane MushroomGarlicShallot

Oyster MushroomsLions Mane MushroomGarlicShallot

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$108.00$27.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Sides

You can choose 2 Side for one order

Basmati Rice

Delicious long-grain basmati rice, steamed for the perfect side

Basmati RiceOlive OilSaltWater

Basmati RiceOlive OilSaltWater

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$22.00$5.50 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Green Beans

A side of green beans cooked to your liking

Green BeansSalt

Green BeansSalt

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$23.00$5.75 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Corn on the Cob

A plain side of buttered corn on the cob

CornSaltButter

CornSaltButter

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$23.00$5.75 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Garlic Green Beans

Blanched green beans, flavored with garlic and thyme

ButterGreen BeansOlive OilGarlic

ButterGreen BeansOlive OilGarlic

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$30.00$7.50 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Garlic Basmati Rice

Basmati rice cooked with garlic, topped with fried garlic and parsley

Basmati RiceGarlicWaterSalt

Basmati RiceGarlicWaterSalt

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$33.00$8.25 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Seasoned Roasted Potatoes

Potatoes tossed in avocado oil, seasoned, and roasted until crispy

ThymeRosemaryPaprikaSalt

ThymeRosemaryPaprikaSalt

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$34.00$8.50 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Roasted Vegetables

Seasonal Roasted root Vegetables: April-June: Carrots, mushrooms, squash, onions

HerbsSaltPepperOnion

HerbsSaltPepperOnion

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$36.00$9.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Garlic Rosemary Mashed Potatoes

Garlicky mashed potatoes, with fresh rosemary flavor

Heavy CreamPotatoesGarlicRosemary

Heavy CreamPotatoesGarlicRosemary

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$38.00$9.50 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Roasted Broccoli with Parmesan

Roasted broccoli, topped with garlic and shredded Parmesan

GarlicParmesanBroccoliSalt And Pepper

GarlicParmesanBroccoliSalt And Pepper

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$40.00$10.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Mac and Cheese

Four-cheese baked macaroni and cheese, with a smokey kick from the smoked gouda

MilkPastaUnbleached FlourSmoked Gouda

MilkPastaUnbleached FlourSmoked Gouda

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$40.00$10.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Cornbread with Cinnamon Honey Butter

Scratch made cornbread topped with fresh whipped cinnamon honey butter

CornmealFlourEggsMilk

CornmealFlourEggsMilk

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$41.00$10.25 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Candied Yams

Classic Candied yams made with tender glazed sweet potatoes. No marshmallows

Sweet PotatoesButterBrown SugarSalt

Sweet PotatoesButterBrown SugarSalt

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$48.00$12.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Parsnip or Potato Gratin

Slices of parsnips or potatoes layered with fresh thyme, seasonings, garlic cream, and Asiago cheese

PotatoesParsnipsGarlicHeavy Cream

PotatoesParsnipsGarlicHeavy Cream

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$49.00$12.25 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Collard Greens

Tender braised Collard greens flavored with smoked turkey.

CollardsSmoked TurkeyOnionsGarlic

CollardsSmoked TurkeyOnionsGarlic

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$56.00$14.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Brussel Sprouts and Beef Bacon

Brussel sprouts seared in beef bacon fat, tossed in garlic and parsley, and topped with fried beef bacon, shredded Parmesan, and light drizzle of balsamic reduction

Brussel SproutsBeef BaconParmesan CheeseBalsamic Vinegar

Brussel SproutsBeef BaconParmesan CheeseBalsamic Vinegar

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$73.00$18.25 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Desserts

You can choose 2 Dessert for one order

Carrot Cupcakes No Nuts

Moist carrot cake cupcakes with cream cheese icing. Nut option available

CarrotGingerFlourEggs

CarrotGingerFlourEggs

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$38.00$9.50 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Black forest Cupcakes

Chocolate cupcakes stuffed with a flame cherry and rum filling and topped with whipped cream icing, and a chocolate dipped cherry

Cocoa PowderCherriesRumSugar

Cocoa PowderCherriesRumSugar

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$48.00$12.00 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Classic Cheesecake

Classic, plain vanilla cheesecake, with a Graham cracker crust

VanillaCream CheeseSaltEggs

VanillaCream CheeseSaltEggs

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$50.00$8.33 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Cinnamon Fritters

A cross between a Korean hotteok and beignet. Yeasted dough, stuffed with a cinnamon sugar mixture, pan fried and tossed in powdered sugar

YeastUnbleached FlourBrown SugarMilk

YeastUnbleached FlourBrown SugarMilk

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$58.00$14.50 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Seasonal Apple Pie and Fresh Whipped Cream

Fresh apple filling, encased in flaky pie crust, topped with freshly whipped cream

SugarEggsLemonVanilla

SugarEggsLemonVanilla

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$59.00$14.75 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Strawberry Cheesecake with Optional Chocolate Drizzle

Classic cheesecake, topped with fresh strawberries and strawberry sauce with an optional chocolate drizzle available

Cream CheeseGraham CrackerSugarButter

Cream CheeseGraham CrackerSugarButter

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$59.00$9.83 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Peach Pie

Delicious filling made from this season's peaches, enveloped by a flaky crust and served with fresh whipped cream

ButterFlourSaltPeaches

ButterFlourSaltPeaches

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$69.00$13.80 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Beverages

You can choose 2 Beverage for one order

Limeade or lemonade

Freshly squeezed limeade or lemonade

LimesLemonsCane SugarFiltered Water

LimesLemonsCane SugarFiltered Water

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$19.00$4.75 per person

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The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Chef Specials

Experience curated culinary journeys with our themed, pre-fixed menus crafted by our chefs

Game Day Package

Got a game to watch with some friends? Let Chef Coleen take care of the food for you!

7 Food 3 Beverage

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$250.00$62.50 per person

Taco Time!

Its taco time with Chef Coleen! Sit back and enjoy the simple pleasure of tacos in your home.

3 Appetizer 3 Soup or Salad 4 Mains 4 Dessert 3 Something to Drink

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$260.00$65.00 per person

Brunchetize me capn

A delicious brunch experience brought to your kitchen featuring classic favorites and interesting creations.

14 Brunch Options 4 Beverages

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$288.00$72.00 per person

3 Day Meal Prep, 1 Meal

Get your busy week under control and eat fresh cooked dinners or lunches prepared by Chef Coleen!

10 Protein 9 Grains and Starches 8 Vegetables

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$300.00$75.00 per person

Grillin and Chillin

***Grill is required*** Sit back, relax, and let Chef Coleen take care of you grill out or bbq.

6 Apps 3 Salad 14 Main 9 Sides 5 Sweets 3 Beverage

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$340.00$85.00 per person

Southern Spread

A Southern-esque feast perfect for holidays, Sunday dinner, or any occasion!

5 Starter 6 Starch Sides 8 Vegetable Sides 7 Main 6 Sweet

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$340.00$85.00 per person

Gourmet Date Night

Enjoy the night in home with an elegant dinner from Chef Coleen! Pick and app, salad, soup, entree, dessert and beverage to enjoy for the evening!

3 Appetizer 3 Salad 2 Soup 7 Entree 3 Dessert 2 Beverage

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$540.00$135.00 per person

Meal prep

Fuel your week with chef-prepared, customizable meals tailored to your dietary preferences and lifestyle

Customizable 3-Day Dinner Meal Prep (Sample Menu)

Consultation/menu planning call with the chef to be scheduled after booking. Enjoy a customized menu planned around your needs. ***Cost of Groceries Not Included***

$143.00$35.75 per person + cost of groceries

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Customizable Organic 2 Meals and Snack For 3 Days (Sample Menu)

Consultation/menu planning call with the chef to be scheduled after booking. Enjoy an organic and no seed oil customized menu planned around your needs.

$165.00$41.25 per person + cost of groceries

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Customizable Organic 3 Meals For 3 Days (Sample Menu)

Consultation/menu planning call with the chef to be scheduled after booking. Enjoy an organic and no seed oil customized menu planned around your needs.

$220.00$55.00 per person + cost of groceries

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Gallery

A glimpse into the chef’s delicious creations

Reviews

Hear what our happy customers are saying about this chef!

Customer Reviews

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Cyndi W.

January 19, 2026

Professional, friendly, easy to talk to. On time, efficient. Will definitely recommend! Would book again. Awesome experience for myself and my guests!

Jennifer P.

December 27, 2025

Kristen T.

December 6, 2025

We absolutely loved meeting Colleen, and the meal she prepared for our girl’s lunch was delicious! We absolutely loved her steak and chicken tacos. Her creamy jalapeño dip was a group favorite. The apple pie, cheese and veggie plate, and he...

Skye A.

August 2, 2025

We had an amazing experience with Chef Colleen. Amazing meal, professional and relatable. So excited to book with her again.

Cyndi W.

November 14, 2024

Absolutely exceptional! Coleen is an artist in the kitchen. I hired her for my husband’s birthday and it exceeded all our expectations. We paid the extra for plating, well worth. Lots of leftovers too. Five star, would highly recommended!!

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About me

Cooking has always been Chef Coleen’s passion. After finishing her bachelor's degree at USF, she left home to study at the International Culinary Center in New York, NY where she graduated top of her class. Since then, she has worked for clientele in NY and FL, restaurants in the Rockefeller Center,...

5.0 18 jobs done

$150.00 Minimum order value

My Service Area

Tampa, Florida

My Availability

March, 2026

About me

Cooking has always been Chef Coleen’s passion. After finishing her bachelor's degree at USF, she left home to study at the International Culinary Center in New York, NY where she graduated top of her class. Since then, she has worked for clientele in NY and FL, restaurants in the Rockefeller Center,...

5.0 18 jobs done

$150.00 Minimum order value

My Service Area

Tampa, Florida

My Availability

March, 2026