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PERSONALIZED COOKING CLASSES
SAMPLE MENU: Specialized Dietary Restrictions / Gluten Free / Vegetarian / Lactose Free


Apple-Cherry & Almond Tart
Techniques: Gluten free, Baking, Low Glycemic Fruit


Marsala Wine Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Cannelini Bean & Creamy Polenta Ragout
Techniques: Creating Complete Proteins, Infusing Flavors, Combination Cooking Method


Shaved Brussel Sprouts with Pea Tendrills & Warm Shallot Vinaigrette Topped with a Poached Egg & Potato Crisp
Techniques: Complete Proteins continued, MUFA (monounsaturated fats), Adding Alliums Health Benefits, Poaching Method, Emulsification Process



IN HOME PRIVATE CHEF
SAMPLE MENU: Customized Private Chef Dinner


1st Course
Napoleon of Herbed Chevre & Roasted Golden Beets, Baby Romaine, Toasted Pecans & Balsamic Reduction Vinaigrette


2nd Course
Puree of Asparagus Soup, Parmesan Crema, Crispy Pancetta


3rd Course
Ravioli, Ricotta, Poached Egg Yolk, Lemon Beurre Noisette


4th Course
Seared Diver Scallops, Israeli Couscous, Brunoised Zucchini, Corn & Orange Butter.


5th Course
Encrusted Petite New Zealand Lamb Chops, Malaysian Tomato Chutney


6th Course
Vanilla Buttermilk Panna Cotta, Strawberry & Grand Marnier Compote, Mixed Berries, Toasted Pound Cake, Caramel Tuile



MEET THE CHEF



Professional Chef, Instructor, Nutritionist: I earned a BA from James Madison College at Michigan State University in International Relations with a cognate in French. I worked for the largest wine di
Make sure you are hiring a professional. A chef has culinary training as well as sanitation training. I am a member of the American Culinary Federation and certified with the National Restaurant Association as a Servsafe approved food worker. In addition, I am also a Servsafe Instructor and Proctor; meaning I am certified to teach the National Restaurant Association courses. I taught these courses and trained students to pass the certification process for years!



TESTIMONIALS



Chef Carolyn is number one!! Chef Carolyn has catered numerous parties at my house, ranging from amazing dessert tables, to backyard bbqs, to a holiday family dinner. Each time, Chef Carolyn has excee


Fresh, simple and delicious!!! Carolyn is an amazing and creative chef! I love food and love to cook but she has inspired me with the combination of ingredients that I never would have thought of to


Delicious! Chef Carolyn is a very knowledgeable and talented chef. I had a wonderful experience with her!!! Sue M. Farmington Hills


Can't Miss! Carolyn is not only an amazing & accomplished chef, but she also holds the amazing ability & gift to be able to communicate her expertise to both professionals & novices alike with razor


CAROLYN IS A VERY SKILLED CHEF! WHEN I HAD QUESTIONS, CAROLYN WAS SO HELPFUL, MAKING GREAT SUGGESTIONS. I WAS IMPRESSED BY HER VERY IMAGINATIVE DISHES AND USE OF INGREDIENTS. Judy S.- Washington Twp


Run, Do Not Walk When the Dinner Bell Rings! I am fortunate to have repeated access to Carolyn's outstanding creations. She is an exquisitely talented chef who also is a dietician, so you get good fo


fun, friendly and 100% professional! Carolyn catered my son's graduation party. She did an excellent job, the food was outstanding, and her attention to detail enabled us to enjoy the party without w


Birthday Cake! Carolyn made my son's first birthday even more memorable with an incredible, delicious cake. Carol D. - Livonia


Super Instructor and Experience! Carolyn's cooking class was given to me as a gift and what a gift it was!!! Every aspect of the experience, from Carolyn's culinary knowledge and skills to her warmth



HOW IT WORKS
In Home Cooking Services From Private Cooking Classes to Private Dinner Parties Available!


To many home cooks, taking a private cooking class sounds impossibly grand but it is surprisingly economical, especially if guests help foot the bill. In contrast to cooking schools where you learn to

CAROLYN CULVER

Costs and services are individual.  

Please contact me directly for a quote.

CAROLYN CULVER

SPRING AND SUMMER CLASSES AVAILABLE
PLEASE CONTACT ME DIRECTLY FOR A QUOTE
Group Rates Available
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