FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Service Plans Meal plans are priced per cook session and vary based on the number of meals I prepare. I package dishes in environmentally friendly reusable glass or plastic containers in whatever portion sizes you choose. Plans are designed to be affordable and are similar to a moderately priced restaurant. All desserts, breakfast breads and sides (unless included with a meal) are priced individually and average $5 per serving. Weekly Cook Sessions 2 meals per week, 2-6 servings of each: $170 + groceries 3 meals per week, 2-6 servings of each: $220 + groceries 4 meals per week, 2-6 servings of each $270 + groceries 5 meals per week, 2-6 servings of each: $320 + groceries Bi-Weekly Cook Sessions (every other week) 3 meals, 4-8 servings of each: $250 + groceries 4 meals, 4-8 servings of each: $300 + groceries 5 meals, 4-8 servings of each: $350 + groceries Average Grocery Costs Groceries range from $1- $11 per serving (soups, sides and vegetarian dishes tend to be less, fish and organic meat dishes tend to run higher). Parties, Special Events and Home Catering Pixie Dust Gourmet is the perfect choice for your next special anniversary or birthday dinner, party or other memorable occasion. After planning the menu together, I will arrive at your home with all of the ingredients for making and serving a delicious meal to remember! I also can arrange bartender services, wait staff, photography or live music for a small additional fee. Plan Options All prices include meal planning, food shopping, food costs, preparation, cooking and clean up. For parties of 2-5 meals are individually plated. Larger parties are served buffet style. 2-5 Guests: $70-$90 per person, includes 1 appetizer or dessert, 1 main dish and 1-2 side dishes 6-10 Guests: $60-$80 per person, includes 1 appetizer or dessert, 1-2 main dishes and 1-2 side dishes 11-20 Guests: $50-$70 per person, includes 2-3 appetizers or desserts, 2-3 main dishes and 2-4 side dishes; Note that parties over 15 guests includes a second chef 21+ Guests: Call for more information Additional Options Appetizers: $4-$10 per person Dessert: $4-$10 per person Proteins over $10 per pound – additional up-charge Disposable baking dishes and serving platters/utensils priced per person
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I take care of it all, from meal prep and food shopping to cooking, storage and clean-up. By bringing my passion for creating healthy and great tasting food right into your kitchen, you will have more time to pursue the things that you love! All of my dishes are gluten-free and I use organic, non-GMO, whole-food ingredients sourced from local farms whenever possible. In addition to the paleo, vegetarian and vegan items already on the menu I can also adapt others to suit your needs. Lower salt, fat, carbohydrate or glycemic-index meals are all possible. The first step is calling me for a free, personal consultation so that I can learn more about your tastes, preferences and lifestyle. I will then come to your home to do a comprehensive inventory of your kitchen and a survey of your family’s dietary needs, allergies, etc. Then you select from one of the service plans below, we pick your cook day and let me do the rest!. The menu changes monthly, offering a wide variety of main dishes that I will customize for your unique tastes and dietary needs. All meals are prepared from scratch in your kitchen, sourced from local farms using fresh, natural and organic ingredients whenever possible. Finished dishes are packaged by serving size in your fridge and are freezer-friendly, with cooking/re-heating instructions included!
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I was first introduced to the world of personal chefs when I worked as a private chef for a number of families while I was in college and through my mid-20’s. In addition to a background in cooking, nutrition and celiac disease, I have spent the last 20 years working with nonprofit education and youth organizations as a manager, strategy consultant and most recently leading marketing and communications. I hold a Masters of Education degree in Narrative Family Systems Therapy and have been working to improve the lives of children and families for almost 30 years.