Celeste Borelli Personal Chef Services LLC

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Introduction: It is seasonal, inspired, beautiful and delicious food. It goes beyond the food to a genuine heart of hospitality. The creativity, making food look and taste amazing, and being a part of nourishing people in healthy way.

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10 years in business

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John Y.

Oct 30, 2015

Celeste is our Chef Coordinator here at ConnecticutKitchenBathStudio, where she organizes, designs and runs our cooking class program. She is always working on cutting edge seasonal recipes for all types of healthy, delicious meals. She plans the events, purchases all of the ingredients, preps them here on site in our state of the art kitchen, teaches the classes and serves beautiful dinners, luncheons and brunches to eager, hungry participants. She also brings in many guest chefs who specialize in all varieties and styles of cooking. In addition, she will design a custom event for as many as 16 people, with a customized menu. Participants get to learn the best way to prepare their selections and enjoy eating them as well. She has received many standing ovations here at our studio kitchen. Technically trained as a chef at Johnson & Wales in Charlston, SC, along with her always effervescent personality, she is the perfect person to do the job. John Yates, Owner, Connecticut Kitchen & Bath Studio, Avon, CT.

Cathy C.

Oct 30, 2015

Celeste is a charming presenter with wonderful, healthy and delicious recipes. We have have loved having her cooking presentations. Her "cooking experience" is a great party or retreat idea!

Anna G.

Oct 30, 2015

Celeste is fun and kind. She gets kids involved in cooking in ways that they can take away skills and excitement about cooking. Celeste is patient in how she deals with kids of all ages. She makes amazing food on top of it all!

Katie G.

Nov 2, 2015

Celeste has such ease in front of an audience. She skillfully thought our group many techniques, quick recipes, and tips to help our group of stay at home moms learn to love to cook for our families. She's a true gem!

Julianne M.

Nov 2, 2015

I have taken two cooking classes with Chef Celeste Borelli at her boutique studio kitchen in Avon and could not have been more pleased with both of them! Chef Borelli has a warm and inviting personality and is truly gifted at turning fresh, local ingredients into elegant, yet simple to prepare, dishes that I have made myself several times since the classes. In addition, I was fortunate enough to enjoy a lovely and delicious brunch prepared by Chef Borelli at her home. I encourage you to contact Chef Borelli whether you are looking to learn some fresh new dishes to share with family and friends this holiday season or could use a little help with your cooking.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Group Classes: Choose what culinary skill you would like develop or hone or choose a region or theme. The studio hosts 10 guests comfortably. A full meal is served and classes are two hours long. Depending on the menu classes are $55-$75 per person. You may bring your own wine and I am happy to suggest pairings with your menu. Group classes must have a designated host who communicates with the group about food allergies, payment, cancellations and other class related info. I can accommodate a menu of your choice or a few options are listed below. Private Classes: A private class can be an individual or a small group. I have taught career moms and dads, couples, families, grandparents, and children. Private classes can be one time or a series. Clients typically choose which culinary skills they would like to work on and we collaborate on menu and recipe selection. Classes are 1.5-2 hours in length. I provide a grocery list, clients typically shop or I can for an additional fee. The fee for private classes is $45 per hour plus the cost of food. Clean up time must also be factored in and depends on if I am doing it or we are all working together. A meal is always prepared for students to enjoy after class or take with them. A budget for a class with 2 people, 2 hours with a salad, entrée and side or something comparable would be about $120.00-140.00 total depending on menu (organic groceries, seafood or steak will be closer to 140.00+)
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
My typical process is to find out what they are looking for and see if my services match their needs. For example, when, where, and what is the culinary service the client needs and do I think we are a good fit.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have 22 years of food and beverage experience. I have degrees in Culinary Arts and Food Service Management from Johnson & Wales University. I have worked as a banquet & conference Center Manager at Cornell University's, Statler Hotel, helped run a successful restaurant group in Charleston SC, food styled for LeCreuset and spent the last several years teaching and learning new trends and cooking daily. Most of my work time has been in the studio in Avon and I am looking to work in homes more.