Chef Mitch Graper

Personal Chef In Kitchener

I am a Culinary professional with 12 years experience in the restaurant and private industry. My career started out with dedication to management within restaurants focused on, product creation, execution and team results. Later transitioning into travel experience, private parties, personal chef work and elite catering. My cooking philosophy is foundational in scratch cooking, innovative flavor combinations, and a respect for the quality and source of food.

For me, cooking is...

Cooking is a labor of love. The development of flavor combinations, how textures work and the memories food can spark. That is why I cook.

I learned to cook at...

Stratford Chefs School and around the world.

A cooking secret...

Respect for ingredients will allow the food to do the talking.

My menus

Lavish European Experience

STARTER

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Whipped Hummus, Za'tar, Olives and Flat Bread

Fried Eggplant, Preserved Lemon Yogurt, Pickled Chili

FIRST COURSE

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Pear and Arugula, Spiced Almonds, Fresh Cheese

Beef Tartar, Sumac, Seed Crisp, Charred Onions

MAIN COURSE

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Braised Lamb, Honey Carrots, Harissa Potatoes

Wild Halibut, Pistachio Crust, Articokes and Lentils

DESSERT

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Olive Oil Cake, Strawberry Sumac Compote, Pistachio

Orange Custard, Dark Chocolate, Sesame Bark

Chic Italian Dinner

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Radicchio, Fior di latte Mozzarella, Pistachio Crumble, Warm Pancetta

Buratta, Preserved Stonefruit, Toasted Honey and Sourdough Crostini

FIRST COURSE

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Wild Mushroom Risotto with Herb Oil and Parmesan

Beef Tartar, Rice Crisp, Parmesan, Mustard Seed, Pine Nuts

MAIN COURSE

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Braised Lamb Shanks, Carrot Pure, Chimmi, Tender Greeens

Casarecce al Ragu, Perth Pork Ragu, Black Pepper, San Marzano Tomatoes

DESSERT

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Tiramisu- Mascarpone, Espresso, Kahlua

Amaretto Peaches, Ricotta, Dark Chocolate

Fully Customized Dinner Party (this is an example)

STARTER

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Radicchio, Fior di latte Mozzarella, Pistachio Crumble, Warm Pancetta

Truffle Soup, Crispy Wild Mushrooms and Toasted Focaccia

Charcuterie Board, Pate, Preserves

Buratta, Preserved Stonefruit, Toasted Honey and Sourdough Crostini

FIRST COURSE

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Cioppino, Fennel, Seafood, Safron

Beef Tartar, Rice Crisp, Parmesan, Mustard Seed, Pine Nuts

MAIN COURSE

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Pan Seared Halibut Wild Mushroom Risotto with Herb Oil and Parmesan

Dry Aged Steaks, Crispy Potato Gratin, Grilled Vegtables, Red Wine Jus

Braised Lamb Shanks, Carrot Pure, Chimmi, Tender Greeens

DESSERT

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Lemon curd, vanilla meringue, almond crust

Crème Brûlée and Biscotti

Amaretto Peaches, Ricotta, Dark Chocolate

Chef Mitch's reviews

4.6

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14 services

Our first experience with Takeachef and we were very impressed. The entire process was seamless from beginning to end and Mitch was excellent to work with. Would highly recommend.

Chef Mitch was excellent. Very personable. Every dish has a story of why he chose certain ingredients and the interesting lives of the vendors he works with. Everything was amazing and I have a hard time picking a favourite course because they were all unique and flavourful. I would highly recommend and work with Chef Mitch again.

Mitch was wonderful. I booked him for my parents anniversary dinner and they could not stop raving about the experience for several weeks. I only hope when I book again I’m lucky enough to book with him.

Chef Mitch was very polite and professional. My guest from South Africa were delighted with their meal.

Chef Mitch paid close attention to the food details while engaging both of us during our Saturday date night. He was a joy to have in our house and would welcome his services again in a heartbeat.

The menu question options are lacking - Mitch provided me with the menu through this platform, and it was great as we discussed options and pairings. You should modify that question. Mitch was a great Chef and did a fantastic job of preparing and presenting the dishes for us all. His personal touch was telling us of his connection with each dish and how his love of food (and texture) and travel was how he selected each plate. He was very attentive, joined in our conversation at the right time (we engaged him often) and he had a great deal to offer. Everyone had a lovely evening and would highlight recommend Chef Mitch to anyone looking for a nice evening of quality food, while enjoying a relaxing service. Cheers Mitch! - Roger

chef Mitch was amazing! he was kind and the dishes he cooked were delicious! a complete plus i was not expecting us that he cleaned up after each meal. thank you for making our anniversary memorable!

Thank you so much for a fantastic anniversary dinner. You did a great job of recreating our wedding meal and had a lot of attention to detail. What a lovely evening, highly recommended!