Chef Amanda Kristiansen
Chef At Home In Vancouver
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A passion for cooking and crafting unforgettable culinary experiences. My mission is not only to create expectational meals but lasting memories
I immersed myself in various styles of cuisine and explored the art of cooking across diverse kitchens and experiences. I've travelled quite a bit and I bring back tastes and techniques with me. With a background spanning multiple cuisines and settings, I thrive on creating new dishes, experimenting with flavours, and sharing my passion for food with others.

More about me
For me, cooking is...
For me, cooking is more than a skill; it’s my passion and lifestyle. I love the power of food to bring people together, creating moments that linger.
I learned to cook at...
I've had the privilege of training under some incredibly talented chefs who guided me in the industry
A cooking secret...
Letting each ingredient shine. I believe that great cooking is about highlighting the natural flavors of every element, allowing them to come together
My menus
Fresh Bread Served with Seasonal Compound Butter
Fresh Bread served with Whipped Butter
Focaccia - Fresh baked focaccia, oil & balsamic
Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri
Beet Carpaccio - Shaved Beets, Beet Puree, Parmesan, Olive Oil, Nuts
Carrots - Roasted Carrots, Carrot Puree, Cashew Cream, Carrot Top Oil, Pistachios
Arugula Salad - Arugula, Asparagus, Lemon, Parmesan, Olive Oil
Pear Salad - Arugula, Pear, Gorgonzola, Roasted Nuts
Parsnip Soup - Parsnips, Bacon, Chives
Brussel Sprout Salad - Shaved Brussels, Parmesan, Cranberries, Nuts & Creamy Parmesan Dressing
Beef Bourguignon served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots
Butternut Squash Risotto - Butternut Squash, Parmesan served with Roasted Chicken Breast
Street Corn Risotto - Corn Stock, Corn Puree, Feta, Cilantro, Mexican Style Prawns
Spanish Chicken - Paprika Chicken Breast, Hazelnut Crumble, Romesco Sauce, Roasted Potatoes & Roasted Vegetables
Chicken Breast - Roasted Chicken, Squash Puree, Snap Peas & Chicken Jus
BC Wild Salmon - Salmon, Roasted Baby Potatoes, Maple Glazed Carrots & Lemon-Dill Butter
Flank Steak - Marinated Flank Steak, Leek & Potato Puree, Roasted Wild Mushrooms & Chimichurri
Coq Au Vin - Red Wine Braised Chicken, Carrots, Celery, Leek & Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Vegan Chocolate Mousse - Coconut Chocolate Mousse, Vegan Whipping Cream & Fresh Berries
Vegan Olive Oil Cake - Lemon / Citrus Olive Oil Cake, Vegan Whipping Cream, Fresh Citrus
Balsamic Cheesecake - Aged Balsamic, Graham Crumble, Fresh Berries
Chocolate Horchata Mousse - Shaved Dark Chocolate, Shortbread Cookie
Vegan Panna Cotta - Coconut Panna Cotta, Yuzu / Citrus & Berry Compote
Pina Colada Panna Cotta - Coconut Panna Cotta, Pineapple Coulis, Cherry & Toasted Coconut Flakes
Tiramisu Trifle - Espresso Caramel, Coffee Soaked Lady Fingers, Vanilla Cream
Mason Jar Pie - Seasonal Flavours served with Vanilla Cream
Brûlée Banana - Brûlée Bananas, Whipped Mascarpone, Honey & Nuts
Creme Brûlée - Seasonal Flavours
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Fresh Bread Served with Seasonal Compound Butter
Fresh Bread served with Whipped Butter
Focaccia - Fresh baked focaccia, oil & balsamic
Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri
Beet Salad - Beets, Arugula, Oranges, Candied Nuts, Balsamic
Beet Carpaccio - Shaved Beets, Beet Puree, Parmesan, Olive Oil, Nuts
Curried Carrot & Carrot Soup with a Cashew Cream - vegan
Caprese Salad - Tomatoes, Basil, Balsamic, Olive Oil, Fresh Mozzarella
Arugula Salad - Arugula, Asparagus, Lemon, Parmesan, Olive Oil
Tuscan White Bean Soup
Tomatoes - Blistered Tomatoes, Whipped Feta, Za'atar, Olive Oil
Beef Bolognese - Fresh Pasta, Bolognese Ragu, Parmesan
Hanger - Marinated Hanger Steak, Salsa Verde, Jus served with Root Vegetable Puree & Roasted Vegetables
Herbed Chicken - Seared Chicken Breast, Herbed Yogurt Sauce, Roasted Potatoes & Glazed Carrots
Miso Salmon - Miso Glazed Salmon, Charred Bok Choy, Root Vegetable Puree
Pistachio Salmon - Pistachio Crusted Salmon, Cauliflower Puree & Roasted Brussels
Chicken Parmesan Gnocchi Bake - Grilled Chicken Breast, Pomodoro Sauce, Potato Gnocchi & Parmesan
Vegan Chocolate Mousse - Coconut Chocolate Mousse, Vegan Whipping Cream & Fresh Berries
Vegan Panna Cotta - Coconut Panna Cotta, Yuzu / Citrus & Berry Compote
Coconut Chia Pudding - Coconut Milk, Toasted Coconut Flakes, Fresh Fruit, Maple Syrup
Tiramisu Trifle - Espresso Caramel, Coffee Soaked Lady Fingers, Vanilla Cream
Mason Jar Pie - Seasonal Flavours served with Vanilla Cream
Coffee Panna Cotta - Espresso, Chocolate Soil
Berry Crumble - Berry Compote, Crumbled Topping, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
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Fresh Bread Served with Seasonal Compound Butter
Fresh Bread served with Whipped Butter
Focaccia - Fresh baked focaccia, oil & balsamic
Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri
Piccata Scallops - Seared Scallops, Lemon, Capers, Butter, Shallot
Summer Burrata Salad - Stone Fruit, Burrata, Tomatoes, Basil, Balsamic Glaze
Summer Strawberry Salad - Strawberries, Torn Burrata, Arugula, Nuts
X3 Oysters each - 3 Seasonal Mignonettes
Summer Surf & Turf - Seared Medium Rare Steak, Lobster Tail, Roasted Baby Potatoes, Asparagus & Chimichurri Butter
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Fresh Bread Served with Seasonal Compound Butter
Fresh Bread served with Whipped Butter
Focaccia - Fresh baked focaccia, oil & balsamic
Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri
Flatbread - Pear, Brie, Bacon & Honey
Stone Fruit Salad - Charred Stone Fruit, Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella, Olive Oil
Summer Steak - Medium Rare Steak, Crispy Potatoes, Asparagus & Cowboy Compound Butter
Lemon Cod - Lemon Baked Cod, Creamy Parmesan Rice & Zucchini
Italian Biscotti - Dark Chocolate Drizzle
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Fresh Bread Served with Seasonal Compound Butter
Fresh Bread served with Whipped Butter
Focaccia - Fresh baked focaccia, oil & balsamic
Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri
Summer Arugula Salad - Arugula, Feta Cheese, Dill, Onion, Olives
Kale Salad - Kale, Roasted Chickpeas, Shaved Carrot, Avocado & Carrot-Ginger Dressing
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Fresh Bread Served with Seasonal Compound Butter
Fresh Bread served with Whipped Butter
Focaccia - Fresh baked focaccia, oil & balsamic
Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri
Beet Carpaccio - Shaved Beets, Beet Puree, Parmesan, Olive Oil, Nuts
Figs - Fresh Figs, Whipped Feta, Berries, Pistachios, Hot Honey, Balsamic
Peruvian Ceviche - Prawns, Sweet Potato, Pickled Shallot, Cilantro
Salmon Crudo - Salmon, Citrus, Dill, Shaved Fennel, Pistachios, Olive Oil
Scallops - Seared Scallops, Bacon, Leek/Cauliflower Puree
Prawn Salad - Zucchini, Prawns, Tarragon, Lemon Butter Sauce
Burrata Salad - Tomatoes, Burrata, Olive Crumble, Dill
Braised Beef Short Rib - 8 Hour Braised Short Rib, Root Vegetable Puree, Roasted Vegetables & Pan Jus
Halibut served with Caper Salsa, Herbed Potatoes and Roasted Vegetables
Lobster Risotto - Lobster Tail, Pea Puree, Parmesan, Lemon, Lobster Oil
Lobster - Butter Poached Lobster Tail, Zucchini Rolled Prawn Salad, Tarragon, Lemon Butter Sauce
Lamb Rack - Pistachio & Mint Lamb, Mashed Potatoes, Lamb Sauce & Asparagus
Scallop & Mushroom Risotto - Wild Mushrooms, Thyme, Parmesan, Seared Scallops
Roasted Chicken - Herb Roasted Chicken Breast, Chicken Jus, Creamy Polenta, Tomato & Olive Remoulade
Steak - Medium Rare Steak, Potato & Leek Puree, Roasted Wild Mushrooms & Demi
Duck Breast - Cherry Glazed Duck Breast, Parsnip Puree, Roasted Carrots & Hazelnuts
A Quintet (5) Of Mini Tarts - Apple Pie, Tiramisu, Strawberry Shortcake, Orange Chocolate Ganache & Lemon Curd
Chai Chocolate Mousse - Shaved Dark Chocolate, Chai Spice
Vegan Olive Oil Cake - Lemon / Citrus Olive Oil Cake, Vegan Whipping Cream, Fresh Citrus
Vegan Chocolate Mousse - Coconut Chocolate Mousse, Vegan Whipping Cream & Fresh Berries
Vegan Panna Cotta - Coconut Panna Cotta, Yuzu / Citrus & Berry Compote
Negroni Cupcake - Negroni Chiffon Cake, Campari Icing, Candied Orange
Strawberry Negroni Pavlova - Strawberry - Gin Pavlova, Strawberry - Campari Whipping Cream, Negroni Syrup & Pistachios
Tiramisu Trifle - Espresso Caramel, Coffee Soaked Lady Fingers, Vanilla Cream
Mason Jar Pie - Seasonal Flavours served with Vanilla Cream
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Fresh Bread Served with Seasonal Compound Butter
Fresh Bread served with Whipped Butter
Focaccia - Fresh baked focaccia, oil & balsamic
Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri
Beet Carpaccio - Shaved Beets, Beet Puree, Parmesan, Olive Oil, Nuts
Carrots - Roasted Carrots, Carrot Puree, Cashew Cream, Carrot Top Oil, Pistachios
Arugula Salad - Arugula, Asparagus, Lemon, Parmesan, Olive Oil
Pear Salad - Arugula, Pear, Gorgonzola, Roasted Nuts
Parsnip Soup - Parsnips, Bacon, Chives
Brussel Sprout Salad - Shaved Brussels, Parmesan, Cranberries, Nuts & Creamy Parmesan Dressing
Beef Bourguignon served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Glazed Carrots
Butternut Squash Risotto - Butternut Squash, Parmesan served with Roasted Chicken Breast
Street Corn Risotto - Corn Stock, Corn Puree, Feta, Cilantro, Mexican Style Prawns
Spanish Chicken - Paprika Chicken Breast, Hazelnut Crumble, Romesco Sauce, Roasted Potatoes & Roasted Vegetables
Chicken Breast - Roasted Chicken, Squash Puree, Snap Peas & Chicken Jus
BC Wild Salmon - Salmon, Roasted Baby Potatoes, Maple Glazed Carrots & Lemon-Dill Butter
Flank Steak - Marinated Flank Steak, Leek & Potato Puree, Roasted Wild Mushrooms & Chimichurri
Coq Au Vin - Red Wine Braised Chicken, Carrots, Celery, Leek & Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Vegan Chocolate Mousse - Coconut Chocolate Mousse, Vegan Whipping Cream & Fresh Berries
Vegan Olive Oil Cake - Lemon / Citrus Olive Oil Cake, Vegan Whipping Cream, Fresh Citrus
Balsamic Cheesecake - Aged Balsamic, Graham Crumble, Fresh Berries
Chocolate Horchata Mousse - Shaved Dark Chocolate, Shortbread Cookie
Vegan Panna Cotta - Coconut Panna Cotta, Yuzu / Citrus & Berry Compote
Pina Colada Panna Cotta - Coconut Panna Cotta, Pineapple Coulis, Cherry & Toasted Coconut Flakes
Tiramisu Trifle - Espresso Caramel, Coffee Soaked Lady Fingers, Vanilla Cream
Mason Jar Pie - Seasonal Flavours served with Vanilla Cream
Brûlée Banana - Brûlée Bananas, Whipped Mascarpone, Honey & Nuts
Creme Brûlée - Seasonal Flavours
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Fresh Bread Served with Seasonal Compound Butter
Fresh Bread served with Whipped Butter
Focaccia - Fresh baked focaccia, oil & balsamic
Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri
Beet Salad - Beets, Arugula, Oranges, Candied Nuts, Balsamic
Beet Carpaccio - Shaved Beets, Beet Puree, Parmesan, Olive Oil, Nuts
Curried Carrot & Carrot Soup with a Cashew Cream - vegan
Caprese Salad - Tomatoes, Basil, Balsamic, Olive Oil, Fresh Mozzarella
Arugula Salad - Arugula, Asparagus, Lemon, Parmesan, Olive Oil
Tuscan White Bean Soup
Tomatoes - Blistered Tomatoes, Whipped Feta, Za'atar, Olive Oil
Beef Bolognese - Fresh Pasta, Bolognese Ragu, Parmesan
Hanger - Marinated Hanger Steak, Salsa Verde, Jus served with Root Vegetable Puree & Roasted Vegetables
Herbed Chicken - Seared Chicken Breast, Herbed Yogurt Sauce, Roasted Potatoes & Glazed Carrots
Miso Salmon - Miso Glazed Salmon, Charred Bok Choy, Root Vegetable Puree
Pistachio Salmon - Pistachio Crusted Salmon, Cauliflower Puree & Roasted Brussels
Chicken Parmesan Gnocchi Bake - Grilled Chicken Breast, Pomodoro Sauce, Potato Gnocchi & Parmesan
Vegan Chocolate Mousse - Coconut Chocolate Mousse, Vegan Whipping Cream & Fresh Berries
Vegan Panna Cotta - Coconut Panna Cotta, Yuzu / Citrus & Berry Compote
Coconut Chia Pudding - Coconut Milk, Toasted Coconut Flakes, Fresh Fruit, Maple Syrup
Tiramisu Trifle - Espresso Caramel, Coffee Soaked Lady Fingers, Vanilla Cream
Mason Jar Pie - Seasonal Flavours served with Vanilla Cream
Coffee Panna Cotta - Espresso, Chocolate Soil
Berry Crumble - Berry Compote, Crumbled Topping, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
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Fresh Bread Served with Seasonal Compound Butter
Fresh Bread served with Whipped Butter
Focaccia - Fresh baked focaccia, oil & balsamic
Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri
Piccata Scallops - Seared Scallops, Lemon, Capers, Butter, Shallot
Summer Burrata Salad - Stone Fruit, Burrata, Tomatoes, Basil, Balsamic Glaze
Summer Strawberry Salad - Strawberries, Torn Burrata, Arugula, Nuts
X3 Oysters each - 3 Seasonal Mignonettes
Summer Surf & Turf - Seared Medium Rare Steak, Lobster Tail, Roasted Baby Potatoes, Asparagus & Chimichurri Butter
View full menu
Fresh Bread Served with Seasonal Compound Butter
Fresh Bread served with Whipped Butter
Focaccia - Fresh baked focaccia, oil & balsamic
Fresh Focaccia served with a Pistachio Chimichurri
Flatbread - Pear, Brie, Bacon & Honey
Stone Fruit Salad - Charred Stone Fruit, Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella, Olive Oil
Summer Steak - Medium Rare Steak, Crispy Potatoes, Asparagus & Cowboy Compound Butter
Lemon Cod - Lemon Baked Cod, Creamy Parmesan Rice & Zucchini
Italian Biscotti - Dark Chocolate Drizzle
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