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George Zappas

Mason, Ohio 47 Dishes 5.0

Originally from Pittsburgh, Chef George moved to Cincinnati in 2006 and attended culinary school at Mid-West Culinary Institute. At the same time, he started his Cincinnati culinary journey at the Netherland Plaza Hilton and Orchids at the Palm Court. He spent the next 11 years working his way through the kitchens, having several different roles such as Sous Chef, Banquet Chef, Butcher, Director of Purchasing, Assistant Food and Beverage Director. In that time, he also worked under Steven Geddes, Master Sommelier. Chef George spent a year and a half teaching as an adjunct instructor at Mid-West Culinary Institute. In 2018 he became the executive chef at the Netherland Plaza and Orchids at the Palm Court. His career shifted in 2020 when he went on to open TQL stadium for FC Cincinnati. Chef George brings years of experience in dish and menu development to bring an excellent experience into your home!

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Chef Specials (6)

You can choose one chef menu for an order

Date Night
$200.00 for 2 person
Cocktail Hour in Your Home!
$180.00 for 6 person
2 Course Meal
$208.00 for 4 person
Meal Prep for 3 Days
$219.00 for 2 person
Fun Night with Friends or Family
$380.00 for 4 person
5 Course Dinner
$500.00 for 2 person

À la carte menu (47)

Meal Prep(s)

You can choose 2 Meal Prep for one order

3 Day Meal Prep for 2-3 People

Work with your chef to create a custom meal plan to have and enjoy with your family over the next 3 evenings! The chef will shop for the food, prepare it in your home, package it ...
*Pricing does not include cost of food
$225.00 for 2 person

3 Day Meal Prep for 4-6 People

Work with your chef to create a custom meal plan to have and enjoy with your family over the next 3 evenings! The chef will shop for the food, prepare it in your home, package it ...
*Pricing does not include cost of food
$275.00 for 4 person

Appetizer(s)

You can choose 4 Appetizer for one order

Maple Roasted Brussels

Brussels sprouts are roasted in a hot ovens and tossed with toasted pecans, goat cheese, and maple vinaigrette.
Brussels Sprouts |  Olive Oil |  Shallot |  Pecans |  Goat Cheese |  Maple Syrup |  Cider Vinegar |  Dijon |  Garlic |  Cinnamon |  Cayenne |  Salt |  Pepper
$60.00 for 2 person

Baked Brie

Creamy brie is paired with apples, brown sugar, and warm spices and baked inside puff pastry. Served with tasted baguette
Flour |  Butter |  Brie |  Apples |  Butter |  Brown Sugar |  Olive Oil |  Yeast |  Cinnamon |  Egg |  Salt |  Pepper
$65.00 for 4 person

Meats and Cheeses

A combination of cured meats, goat's and cow's milk cheeses, honey comb, grain mustard and baguette.
Dried Chorizo |  Prosciutto |  Humbolt Fog Cheese |  Gouda Cheese |  Honey Comb |  Marcona Almonds |  Grain Mustard |  Baguette |  Olive Oil
$82.00 for 4 person

Shishito Peppers

Shishito peppers are blistered and tossed with almonds, lemon juice, and sea salt. Simple and delicious.
Shishito Peppers |  Lemon |  Olive Oil |  Sea Salt |  Almonds
$55.00 for 2 person

Sixteen Bricks Epitard and Cultured Butter

Sixteen Bricks crusty french bread with creamy cultured, homemade butter and sea salt.
Flour |  Yeast |  Water |  Sugar |  Cream |  Buttermilk
$26.00 for 2 person

Sous Vide Wings

Seasoned, slow cooked till tender and then finished either under a broiler or on a grill. Paired with celery, bleu cheese dip and spicy garlic sauce.
Wings |  Spices |  Salt |  Sugar |  Pepper |  Garlic |  Hot Sauce |  Butter |  Celery |  Mayo |  Sour Cream |  Bleu Cheese |  Worcestershire |  Red Wine
$75.00 for 4 person

Hummus Platter

Traditional and roasted red pepper hummus paired with crisp vegetables, marinated olives and naan.
Garbanzo Beans |  Tahini |  Olive Oil |  Lemon |  Garlic |  Cumin |  Paprika |  Parsley |  Red Peppers |  Olive |  Chili Flakes |  Oregano |  Naan |  Za'atar
$77.00 for 4 person

Salad(s)

You can choose 2 Salad for one order

Spinach and Goat Cheese Salad

Fresh spinach is topped with strawberries, goat cheese and marcona almonds. The salad is finished with a balsamic vinaigrette.
Spinach |  Strawberries |  Marcona Almonds |  Goat Cheese |  Shallot |  Garlic |  Oregano |  Dijon |  Balsamic Vinegar |  Olive Oil |  Vegetable Oil
$40.00 for 2 person

Arugula and Pomegranate Salad

Sweet, savory, and zesty salad of pomegranate, almonds, goat cheese, arugula all tossed in a pomegranate dressing.
Arugula |  Almonds |  Goat Cheese |  Pomegranate |  Shallot |  Dijon |  Oregano |  Olive Oil |  Salt |  Pepper
$49.00 for 4 person

Caesar Salad

The classic salad of romaine hearts, parmesan cheese, baguette croutons and a creamy dressing.
Romaine Lettuce |  Parmesan Cheese |  Baguette |  Olive Oil |  Garlic |  Lemon |  Red Wine Vinegar |  Dijon |  Anchovies |  Egg |  Black Pepper |  Vegetable Oil
$36.00 for 2 person

Simple Garden Salad

Locally sourced organic greens with shaved seasonal vegetables (subject to the seasons) and a roasted garlic vinaigrette
Organic Greens |  Cucumber |  Radish |  Red Onion |  Bell Peppers |  Garlic |  Olive Oil |  White Wine Vinegar |  Grain Mustard
$36.00 for 2 person

Sandwich(s)

You can choose 2 Sandwich for one order

Edamame Burger

A vegan, plant based, homemade burger made from edamame and brown rice and paired with sesame aioli. Served with oven fried french fries.
Edamame |  Brown Rice |  Panko |  Flax Seed |  Soy Sauce |  Ginger |  Maple Syrup |  Sriracha |  Salt |  Flour |  Yeast |  Oil |  Potatoes |  Olive Oil |  Garlic |  Cucumber |  Onion |  Rice Vinegar |  Sugar |  Aquafaba |  Mustard |  Tahini |  Bibb Lettuce |  Salt |  Pepper
$116.00 for 4 person

Entrée(s)

You can choose 2 Entrée for one order

Steak Dianne

Classic French bistro dish served with potatoes pave, asparagus, and peppercorn cream sauce.
Filet Mignon | Potatoes | Asparagus | Shallots | Brandy | Cream | Peppercorns | Butter | Salt and pepper | Thyme | Mushrooms
$173.00 for 2 person

Whole Chicken Al Mattone

Al Mattone, meaning under brick, whole chicken cooked skin side down under weight to get a crispy skin. Serve with crispy red skin potatoes, sauteed asparagus and chimichurri.
Chicken |  Red Potatoes |  Garlic |  Olive Oil |  Parsley |  Lemon Zest |  Asparagus |  Shallot |  Butter |  Green Onion |  Oregano |  Paprika |  Soy Sauce (Gluten Free) |  Red Wine Vinegar |  Cider Vinegar |  Salt |  Pepper
$193.00 for 4 person

Duck Cassoulet

Note: this dish requires a 7 day lead time. Patience is a virtue. Duck and pork come together to create a classic dish. Duck confit and pork belly is cooked with white beans and...
Duck |  White Beans |  Pork Belly |  Onion |  Celery |  Tomatoes |  Carrot |  Garlic |  Garlic Sausage |  Cayenne |  Parsley |  Panko |  Bay leaf |  Thyme |  Clove |  Salt |  Sugar |  Pepper
$285.00 for 4 person

Masala Seasoned Salmon

An aromatic dishes of garam masala seasoned and seared salmon. Served with black lentils cooked with ginger and jalapeno, roasted carrots and radishes. Topped with a coriander gremolata.
Salmon |  Lentils |  Garlic |  Jalapeno |  Ginger |  Coriander |  Lime |  Carrot |  Radish |  Olive Oil |  Garam Masala |  Pepitas |  Cilantro |  Salt |  Pepper
$146.00 for 2 person

Bouillabaisse

A traditional seafood stew that is brought up to date. Using roasted red peppers, saffron, shrimp, mussels and clams, pork belly, and marble potatoes. A dish that will warm you up!
Monk Fish |  Potatoes |  Fennel |  Clams |  Mussels |  Pork Belly |  Roasted Red Peppers |  Butter |  Baguette |  Garlic |  Parsley |  Cayenne |  Saffron |  Egg |  Olive Oil |  Shallot |  Celery |  Orange |  Red Chili Flake |  Thyme |  Tomato |  White Wine |  Pernod |  Bay Leaf |  Shrimp
$302.00 for 4 person

Chicken Two Ways

Sous vide chicken breast and a crispy skin chicken thigh are served with creamy parmesan polenta and ratatouille. The dish is finished with a pan grain mustard pan sauce.
Chicken |  Lemon |  Corn Meal |  Cream |  Butter |  Parmesan |  Zucchini |  Squash |  Eggplant |  San Marzano Tomatoes |  Onion |  Basil |  Garlic |  Olive Oil |  Pinot Grigio |  Shallot |  Chicken Stock |  Grain Mustard
$147.00 for 2 person

Surf and Turf

USDA Choice filet mignon and sauteed garlic shrimp served over roasted garlic mash potatoes, sauteed asparagus and bearnaise sauce.
Beef |  Shrimp |  Garlic |  Pinot Grigio |  Parsley |  Butter |  Potatoes |  Garlic |  Olive Oil |  Milk |  Asparagus |  Shallot |  Egg |  Red Wine Vinegar |  Lemon |  Tarragon |  Black Pepper
$185.00 for 2 person

Paprika Whole Chicken

Whole chicken that is rubbed with paprika, garlic, and oil and roasted to perfection. Served with fingerling potatoes, roasted and marinated peppers, and lemon creme fraiche.
Chicken |  Potatoes |  Red Peppers |  Paprika |  Creme Fraiche |  Garlic |  Olive Oil |  Parsley |  Honey |  Lemon |  Salt |  Pepper
$201.00 for 4 person

Bone-In Pork Chop with Succotash

Pan roasted bone-in pork chop served with a savory succotash of corn, pepper, tomato, edamame and zucchini. Finished with a caramelized onion and cider reduction.
Pork |  Corn |  Onion |  Red Onion |  Jalapeno |  Bell Pepper |  Tomatoes |  Zucchini |  Corn |  Edamame |  Garlic |  Red Hot Sauce |  Apple Cider |  Apple Cider Vinegars |  Butter |  Olive Oil |  Vegetable Oil
$143.00 for 2 person

Curried Roasted Vegetables with Couscous

Madras Curry Roasted Vegetables served with Couscous and Saffron Lime Aioli
Red Potatoes |  Broccoli |  Radish |  Red Peppers |  Squash |  Garbanzo Beans |  Red Onion |  Israeli Couscous |  Shallot |  Olive Oil |  Mayonnaise |  Madras Curry Powder |  Saffron |  Lime |  Honey |  Red Chili Flakes
$139.00 for 2 person

Chicken and Dumplings

Slow cooked chicken thighs and dumplings simmered in a savory broth of carrots, scallion, corn, and green beans.
Chicken |  Shallot |  Scallion |  Carrot |  Celery |  Garlic |  Flour |  White Wine |  Peas |  Green Beans |  Corn |  Parsley |  Bay Leaf |  Thyme |  Milk |  Butter |  Baking Soda |  Salt |  Pepper
$188.00 for 4 person

Simply Seared Salmon

Atlantic salmon, seasoned lightly and pan seared. It is served with quinoa tabouli, roasted asparagus and a zesty tomato vinaigrette.
Atlantic Salmon |  Quinoa |  Olive Oil |  Lemon |  Tomatoes |  Cucumber |  Green Onion |  Parsley |  Shallot |  Garlic |  Red Wine Vinegar |  Raw Honey |  Asparagus
$149.00 for 2 person

72 Hour Short Rib

Short ribs cooked so slow they take 72 hours, and then finished under the broiler or on the grill. They are served over a soubise of onion and rice. And, paired with charred green onion and a red onion reduction.
Beef Short Rib |  Butter |  Thyme |  Garlic |  Onion |  Rice |  Pinot Grigio |  Pinot Noir |  Milk |  Red Wine Vinegar |  Sugar |  Olive Oil |  Green Onion
$152.00 for 2 person

Fusilli Pasta

Fusilli pasta tossed in a savory, zesty sauce of peppers, tomatoes, almonds, chilis and olive oil. The dish is finished with saffron pickled cauliflower, marcona almonds, preserved lemons and parsley.
Fusilli Pasta |  Roasted Red Peppers |  Tomatoes |  Almonds |  Parsley |  Garlic |  Chili Sauce |  Lemon |  Olive Oil |  Cauliflower |  Saffron |  Rice Vinegar |  Saffron |  |  Salt |  Sugar
$138.00 for 2 person

Bulgogi Marinated Flat Iron

Flat iron that is marinated in gluten free soy sauce, honey, chili sauce, sesame and either grilled or pan roasted. Served over light and fluffy basmati rice with steamed baby bok...
Flat Iron Beef |  Gluten Free Soy Sauce |  Sriracha |  Raw Honey |  Pinot Grigio |  Sesame Oil |  Olive Oil |  Basmati Rice |  English Peas |  Garlic |  Mayonnaise |  Lime
$134.00 for 2 person

Roasted Mushroom Risotto

Arborio rice cooked in the classic risotto style. The dish is accompanied by roasted baby bell and shiitake mushrooms. It is finished with parmesan cheese, butter and truffle oil to add a deep umami to the dish.
Arborio Rice |  Onion |  Garlic |  Pinot Grigio |  Vegetable Stock |  Baby Bell Mushrooms |  Shiitake Mushrooms |  Parmesan Cheese |  Butter |  Truffle Oil
$129.00 for 2 person

Beef Wellington

USDA Choice center cut beef tenderloin, wrapped a savory duxelles, prosciutto and flaky pastry. Served with glazed carrots, roasted garlic mash potatoes and Bearnaise sauce.
Beef Tenderloin |  Mushrooms |  Shallots |  Sherry |  Thyme |  Truffle Oil |  Puff Pastry |  Egg |  Olive Oil |  Prosciutto |  Carrot |  Butter |  Honey |  Parsley |  Garlic |  Potatoes |  Milk |  Red Wine Vinegar |  Lemon |  Tarragon |  Salt |  Pepper
$328.00 for 4 person

Protein(s)

You can choose 2 Protein for one order

Pan Roasted New York Strip Steak

USDA Choice NY Strip Steak, pan roasted and butter basted with herbs and garlic.
NY Strip Steak |  Olive Oil |  Butter |  Garlic |  Thyme |  Salt |  Pepper
$83.00 for 2 person

Garlic Shrimp

Shrimp that is sauteed in an aromatic mixture of garlic, herbs, white wine and butter.
Shrimp |  Butter |  Garlic |  Shallot |  Parsley |  White Wine
$63.00 for 2 person

Chicken Marsala

Lightly sauteed chicken breast paired with roasted mushrooms and marsala wine.
Chicken |  Mushrooms |  Shallots |  Marsala Wine |  Chicken Broth |  Flour |  Butter |  Salt |  Pepper
$57.00 for 2 person

Herb and Panko Crusted Salmon

Atlantic salmon filet brushed with tangy dijon mustard. It is topped with mixture of panko bread crumbs, herbs and olive oil.
Atlantic Salmon |  Dijon Mustard |  Panko Bread Crumbs |  Parsley |  Thyme |  Olive Oil |  Salt |  Pepper
$64.00 for 2 person

Side(s)

You can choose 2 Side for one order

Sauteed Asparagus

Asparagus gently cooked with butter and shallots.
Asparagus |  Shallot |  Butter |  Salt
$51.00 for 2 person

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts that are charred in the oven and tossed with gluten free soy sauce, honey and sriracha sauce.
Brussels Sprouts |  Soy Sauce (gluten free) |  Honey |  Sriracha Sauce
$52.00 for 2 person

Crispy Red Skin Potatoes

Red potatoes are boiled, smashed, tossed with olive oil, garlic, parsley and lemon zest. Hard roasted till crispy.
Red Potatoes |  Garlic |  Parsley |  Lemon Zest |  Olive Oil |  Salt |  Pepper
$49.00 for 2 person

Roasted Garlic Whipped Potatoes

Creamy dreamy roasted garlic whipped potatoes.
Russet Potatoes |  Cream |  Butter |  Garlic |  Olive Oil |  Salt |  Pepper
$48.00 for 2 person

Honey Glazed Carrots

Baby carrots cooked to perfection and lightly glazed.
Carrots |  Honey |  Butter |  Parsley
$48.00 for 2 person

Home Made Pasta

Fresh made linguine pasta simply tossed with olive oil, parmesan cheese and red chili flake
Flour |  Egg |  Cream |  Olive Oil |  Cream |  Parmesan Cheese |  Red Chili Flake |  Salt
$69.00 for 2 person

Basmati Rice

Light and fluffy rice served with peas.
Basmati Rice |  English Peas |  Salt |  Pepper
$46.00 for 2 person

Dessert(s)

You can choose 2 Dessert for one order

Baby Apple Tarte Tartin

Individually prepared apples slow cooked in caramel with a savory crust. Served with cinnamon whipped cream!
Apples |  Sugar |  Butter |  Salt |  Flour |  Corn Starch |  Heavy Cream |  Cinnamon
$64.00 for 2 person

Cheesecake In a Jar

Traditional vanilla cheese cake whipped to an airy texture and served in a mason jar. Topped with graham crumb and slow roasted strawberries and basil.
Cream Cheese |  Sour Cream |  Eggs |  Vanilla |  Graham Crackers |  Sugar |  Lemon |  Strawberries |  Black Pepper |  Basil
$70.00 for 2 person

Flourless Chocolate Cake

Rich and decadent chocolate cake that is topped with whipped cream, black pepper strawberries, and sea salt.
Chocolate |  Sugar |  Vanilla |  Egg |  Salt |  Butter |  Cream |  Strawberries |  Pepper
$82.00 for 2 person

Tiramisu in Jar

Coffee and Kahlua soaked cookies served with mascarpone and dark chocolate. Served in a mason jar with a crunchy topping.
Mascarpone Cheese |  Eggs |  Sugar |  Coffee |  Kahlua |  Dark Chocolate |  Cocoa Powder |  Flour |  Baking Soda
$78.00 for 2 person

Chocolate Chip Cookies

A home-made favorite for everyone. Featuring milk and dark chocolate chips! 3 dozen at a time, whether you want to share or not.
Dark Chocolate |  Milk Chocolate |  Butter |  Sugar |  Brown Sugar |  Flour |  Eggs |  Baking Soda |  Baking Powder |  Salt
$54.00 for 8 person

Reviews (9)

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Erin S.
5
Chef George came to our airbnb to prepare a special birthday meal for my husbands 40th and the entire experience was incredible! Starting appetizers were perfect! The wings were the favorite! All 4 courses were excellent with the cake sealing it!
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Kyle L.
5
This was by far the best experience my wife and I have had! I can not wait to do this again and with more people! Our initial cook was sick, and George Zappas called to say he would come cook for us! The food was way better than any restaur...
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Emily V.
5
The absolute best experience! George was amazing.
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Pere S.
5
Great food.
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Claudia S.
5
The chef arrived on time and everything was well organized. The chef was fun to be around and was happy to inform us about the recipes and the origins of the foods. Ever facet of the meal was excellent. He put the dishes in the washer, came...
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