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Michael B.
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Michael B.

Worked in kitchens most of my career. I have done everything from waiting tables to cooking, to running a YMCA campground. I have been doing private chef services for the last 5 years. I get great happiness from seeing people enjoy my food.
map-pointerFranklin, Ohio
chef-hat More than 15 Years of experience
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Build your perfect dining experience by selecting individual dishes from your chef’s full menu. 

Appetizers

You can choose 2 Appetizer for one order

Whipped Lemon-Ricotta Crostini with Prosciutto di Parma, Hot Honey, and Crushed Pistachios

Crispy crostini topped with light, citrusy whipped ricotta, salty prosciutto, a drizzle of spicy honey, and a sprinkle of crunchy pistachios.
BaguetteRicotta CheeseLemon ZestLemon Juice
BaguetteRicotta CheeseLemon ZestLemon Juice
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$84.00$21.00 per person
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Burrata al Tartufo

Creamy Burrata heart served with blistered heirloom tomatoes, pungent garlic confit, and balsamic pearls. Finished with fresh basil and toasted ciabatta.
Burrata CheeseHeirloom TomatoesGarlicFresh Basil
Burrata CheeseHeirloom TomatoesGarlicFresh Basil
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$86.00$21.50 per person
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Caprese Classica

A timeless Italian appetizer featuring slices of fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves. Drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and a hint of balsamic glaze, this dish is a celebration of simple, vibrant flavors.
Fresh MozzarellaRipe TomatoesFresh Basil LeavesExtra Virgin Olive Oil
Fresh MozzarellaRipe TomatoesFresh Basil LeavesExtra Virgin Olive Oil
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$94.00$23.50 per person
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Pan-Seared Scallops

Perfectly seared U-10 scallops served with a velvety safrron-infused parsnip puree and Ossetra caviar for a decadent finish.
U-10 ScallopsSaffron-infused Parsnip SilkGolden Ossetra CaviarButter
U-10 ScallopsSaffron-infused Parsnip SilkGolden Ossetra CaviarButter
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$210.00$52.50 per person
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Salads

You can choose 2 Salad for one order

Shaved Fennel and Arugula Salad

Crisp shaved fennel and peppery arugula tossed in a bright lemon-tahini dressing.
FennelArugulaLemon JuiceTahini
FennelArugulaLemon JuiceTahini
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$76.00$19.00 per person
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Entrées

You can choose 2 Entrée for one order

Lemon-Herb Roasted Whole Chickens

Succulent whole chicken (or thighs) roasted with aromatic lemon and herbs, served over schmaltz-crisped potatoes and asparagus.
Whole ChickenLemonRosemaryThyme
Whole ChickenLemonRosemaryThyme
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$219.00$54.75 per person
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Macadamia & Panko Crusted Wild Alaskan Halibut

Wild Alaskan halibut, crusted with macadamia and panko, served alongside a decadent black truffle risotto.
Wild Alaskan HalibutMacadamia NutsPanko BreadcrumbsBlack Truffle Risotto
Wild Alaskan HalibutMacadamia NutsPanko BreadcrumbsBlack Truffle Risotto
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$323.00$80.75 per person
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Proteins

You can choose 2 Protein for one order

Chicken Piccata

Succulent chicken breasts, pounded thin and pan-seared to golden perfection. Bathed in a zesty sauce of lemon, white wine, and briny capers. A classic Italian-American dish offerin...
Chicken BreastLemonCapersWhite Wine
Chicken BreastLemonCapersWhite Wine
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$110.00$27.50 per person
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Butter-Poached Halibut with Blistered Cherry Tomatoes and Gremolata

Flaky halibut gently poached in butter, served with sweet blistered cherry tomatoes and a vibrant, zesty gremolata.
Halibut FilletsButterCherry TomatoesGarlic
Halibut FilletsButterCherry TomatoesGarlic
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$159.00$39.75 per person
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Desserts

You can choose 2 Dessert for one order

Chef Michael’s Signature Brûlée

Silky lemon-infused custard prepared with zest-rubbed sugar, finished with a hand-torched glass crust.
Heavy CreamEgg YolksGranulated SugarLemon Zest
Heavy CreamEgg YolksGranulated SugarLemon Zest
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$105.00$26.25 per person
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About me
Worked in kitchens most of my career. I have done everything from waiting tables to cooking, to running a YMCA campground. I have been doing private chef services for the last 5 years. I get great happiness from seeing people enjoy my food.
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$2.00 Minimum order value
My Service Area
map-pointerFranklin, Ohio
My Availability
March, 2026
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