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GOURMET CHEF

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The Boutique Chef is a private chef service and intimate catering company founded on the love of all things food.  We live to bring the passion for food and the art of dining together in harmony for all life's special moments.

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If you're in need of a chef for a dinner to impress the boss, are looking to throw a cooking party with your friends, or you're too busy to cook and want deliciously prepared meals cooked in your own kitchen--ready to heat and serve at your discretion--The Boutique Chef has you covered.

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Every menu is created based on individual preferences for the type of event you're wanting. As a boutique caterer, we offer unparalleled attention to detail and our clients' needs for a very personal experience.

 

Tel: 503:298-3043

Email: info@theboutiquechef.com

ABOUT
SERVICES
Ready to Serve

Private Chef Experience

Be a guest at your own event! From a casual dinner with friends, to fully customized 5-star multi-course restaurant quality chef's tasting menu experience, we can create a memorable in-home dining experience for you and your guests, handling all of the little details.

Cooking Class

Cooking Class Experience

Let's have some fun in the kitchen!  Experience the joy of cooking with friends, family, or one-on-one hands-on sessions where you develop your style and tastes. You can travel the world through different cuisines, exploring regional flavors and techniques, and never leave the comfort of your own home.

Main Course Gourmet Meal

Chef at Home

At The Boutique Chef, we believe that free time and good health are the true luxuries in life. Busy people lead busy lives. Cooking, planning menus, and going to the grocery store and farmers' markets can be time better spent with family and friends, doing what you love in those precious spare moments. The Boutique Chef works with your individual tastes and nutritional needs to create custom-specialized menus and ready-to-reheat entrees prepared in your own home. We spend a few hours in your kitchen prepping, cooking, storing and labeling. You follow the simple reheating instructions and enjoy!

Pacific Northwest Tasting Menu with Wine Pairings

Enjoy a variety of delicious fare from the great Pacific Northwest paired with some of our finest wines!

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Petite Dungeness Crab Cakes with Tarragon Aioli

Walnut Toasts with Oregon Chevre, Fresh Blackberries & Mint with a Honey Drizzle

Arugula, Pear, Crispy Prosciutto & Hazelnut Salad with Black Cherry Balsamic Vinaigrette

Miso Glazed Black Cod with Melted Fennel & Cucumber Yuzu Olive Oil

Wild Mushroom Ragout over Fresh Pappardelle

Roast Tenderloin of Venison with Wild Huckleberry Sauce

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SPECIALS
REVIEWS

"You can test the caliber of a chef on their Roast Chicken and Chef Michelle's rivals my mothers.
Chef Michelle's is better than your mother's."

Bob & Dolores Hope, Toluca Lake, CA

"Chef Michelle is Five-Star!"

Darryl & Cindy Jones, Seattle, WA

"It's hard to articulate in words what Michelle does because it is much more than just cooking delicious food. Michelle creates unforgettable experiences."

  Devon Craig, Portland, OR

"Michelle planned and executed every detail of my Japanese Garden Party perfectly! It was an event to remember!"

"From first consultation, through to the final billing she was creative, knowledgeable, thoroughly professional and a real pleasure to work with.  Planning parties with Michelle is fun!"

Mary Ellen Matthews, Seattle, WA

"Wonderful evening created by Michelle of The Boutique Chef! She was a delight to work with and created a menu perfect for our birthday celebration! Everything was delicious and everyone raved about the menu and especially the cake! Thank you, what a lucky find for us for our first trip to the Willamette Valley! Highly Recommend!"

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   Fannie Flood, McMinnville, OR

Arlene Schnitzer, Portland, OR

At Your Service

Tel: 503-298-3043 / Email: info@theboutiquechef.com

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Tel: 503-298-3043
Email: info@thebouquechef.com

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