Chef Ashok Nageswaran
Private Chef In Creve CoeurAshok enjoys themed fusion dinners, hosting culinary classes, food based workshops in St Louis and other parts of North America and constantly on the look out to learn about new flavors, ingredients. A certified culinary professional who graduated from the world’s oldest culinary school Le Cordon Bleu with high honors and distinction.
More about me
For me, cooking is...
a meditation and a divine communication between me, my ingredients, the elements of earth and the flavors in a perfect harmony.
I learned to cook at...
IL Centro Australia, Ritz Carlton, Spain, Sodexo and the whole universe ...
A cooking secret...
You are as good as your last dish
My menus
Fresh Fruit Salad A colorful mix of seasonal fruits like berries, melons, and citrus
Ogurt Parfait Layers of Greek yogurt, granola, and honey, topped with fresh berries
Fresh Fruit Juices / Alphonso Mango Milkshake
Oven-Baked Eggs Eggs baked with spinach, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese in individual ramekins
Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast Whole grain bread topped with smashed avocado, smoked salmon, capers, and dill
Vegetable Quiche A flaky crust filled with eggs, cheese, and a medley of seasonal vegetables like zucchini and bell peppers
Belgian Waffles Fluffy waffles served with a variety of toppings such as:(Fresh whipped cream Maple syrup Sliced bananas Mixed berries Nut butter)
Roasted Potatoes Seasoned and roasted until golden, served with fresh herbs
Seasonal Roasted Asparagus Lightly drizzled with olive oil and lemon juice, roasted until tender
Vernight Chia Pudding Chia seeds soaked in almond milk, sweetened with maple syrup, and topped with fresh fruit
Banana Bread Moist and flavorful, served with a side of butter or cream cheese
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Cheese curds ( Deep fried cheese curds served with tangy dipping sauce
Corn Fritters ( sweet corn fritters served with a spicy remoulade sauce
Crab Hushpuppies with Zesty Tartare,
Corn Bread with Honey butter
Sweet Potato and Maple soup
Wisconsin Beer Cheese Soup ( Creamy soup Made with beer, sharp cheddar and vegetables
Mid western Cobb Salad ( grilled chicken, bacon, hard boiled eggs, tomatoes and blue cheese
Harvest Salad ( mixed greens with roasted beets, goat cheese, candied walnuts, balsamic glaze
Pork Tenderloin with apple chutney and wild rice pilaf
Beef Pot Roast ( slow cooked with vegetables , served with mashed potatoes
Chicken Piccata with Creamy Sauce / Lemon / Capers
Chicken and Waffles: Fried chicken: Crispy, seasoned chicken pieces with Maple
Mid west Meat Loaf
Classic Midwestern Apple Pie
Pecan Pie ( served with whipped cream with a touch of Bourbon)
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Slider Station: mini vegetarian sliders alongside meat options
Assortment of Sushi Rolls
Caprese Skewers: Skewer cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls, and basil leaves for a simple yet elegant appetizer. Drizzle with balsamic glaze for extra flavor
Taco Bar: Set up a taco bar with options like seasoned black beans, grilled vegetables, tofu or tempeh, salsa, guacamole, cheese, lettuce, and tortillas
Vegetarian Spring Rolls: ( Serve with a side of peanut or hoisin dipping sauce
Spinach and Feta Spanakopita Triangles: Flaky phyllo pastry filled with a savory mixture of spinach, feta cheese, onions, and herbs
Mediterranean Mezze Platter: Arrange a variety of small plates including hummus, tzatziki, stuffed grape leaves, olives, falafel, pita bread, and roasted vegetables. For vegetarians, you can focus more on the veggie options like hummus, falafel, and roasted vegetables
Egetarian Bruschetta: Sliced baguette topped with a variety of toppings such as diced tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, roasted bell peppers, or olive tapenade
Falafel with Tahini Sauce: Crispy chickpea falafel served with a creamy tahini sauce and a side of tabbouleh salad
Vegetarian Samosas: Crispy pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and onions, served with mint chutney or tamarind sauce
Vegetable Tempura: Assorted vegetables such as bell peppers, sweet potatoes, zucchini, and broccoli battered and fried until crispy, served with tempura dipping sauce
Quinoa Salad Cups: Mini cups filled with a refreshing quinoa salad mixed with diced vegetables, herbs, and a lemon vinaigrette
Patatas Bravas (Spain): Crispy fried potatoes served with a spicy tomato sauce and aioli
Gyoza (Japan): Pan-fried dumplings filled with ground meat or vegetables, served with a soy-based dipping sauce
Empanadas ( chicken / beef)
Spanish Croquettes with garlic aioli
Baked Mini Lasganae
Chicken Satay Skewers: Grilled chicken skewers marinated in a blend of coconut milk, soy sauce, ginger, and spices, served with peanut sauce for dipping
Chicken Quesadillas: Flour tortillas filled with grilled chicken, cheese, sautéed onions, and bell peppers, served with salsa and sour cream
Apple tartlets with caramel sauce
Caramel Flan with Caramel Sauce
Coconut and Passion Fruit Panna Cotta:
Cheese Cake Chocolate / Flavors
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Cajun Shrimp Remoulade Succulent shrimp seasoned with Cajun spices, served with a tangy remoulade sauce
Caribbean Pumpkin Soup A flavorful and creamy pumpkin soup infused with Caribbean spices like thyme and scallions
Mardi Gras Salad A vibrant salad with mixed greens, tropical fruits, and a zesty vinaigrette, capturing the festive spirit of Mardi Gras
Crawfish Etouffee Bruschetta Sautéed crawfish in a rich etouffee sauce served over toasted French bread, combining the flavors of New Orleans with a touch of elegance
Coconut Callaloo Soup A velvety soup made with callaloo (leafy greens), coconut milk, and Caribbean spices for a comforting and exotic start
Creole Caesar Salad A twist on the classic Caesar salad with Creole-spiced croutons, blackened shrimp, and a zesty remoulade dressing
Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Gumbo A rich and hearty gumbo featuring shrimp, andouille sausage, okra, and traditional Creole spices
Caribbean Jerk Gumbo A fusion gumbo with a Caribbean twist, featuring jerk-seasoned chicken, smoked sausage, and okra served over rice
Amaican Pepper Pot Soup A spicy and flavorful soup made with callaloo, okra, peppered beef, and Caribbean spices, offering a taste of Jamaican cuisine
Mango Avocado Creole Salad A refreshing salad with a mix of mango, avocado, tomatoes, and Cajun-spiced vinaigrette, creating a fusion of tropical and Creole flavors
Jerk Chicken and Andouille Sausage Jambalaya A fusion dish combining the bold flavors of Jamaican jerk chicken with the hearty goodness of New Orleans-style andouille sausage jambalaya
Blackened Red Snapper with Plantain Puree Red snapper fillets blackened with Cajun spices, served on a bed of plantain puree, capturing the essence of both cuisines
Bananas Foster Cheesecake Creamy cheesecake topped with caramelized bananas and a decadent rum-infused sauce, inspired by the classic New Orleans dessert
Beignets with Tropical Fruit Salsa Light and fluffy beignets dusted with powdered sugar, accompanied by a refreshing tropical fruit salsa for a sweet ending
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Avocado Bhel Tartare ( Avocado, pico, puffed rice, spicy sauces, yoghurt drizzle)
Veg Biryani Balls with truffle tomato cream sauce
Carribean Patty stuffed with hibiscus flower and mushroom mixture with Jerk seasoning sauce
Jackfruit cutlets with gold leaves and micro greens and truffle sauce
Banana Steam and Hearts of Palm Ceviche with Mango, avacado, pico. and Cilantro
Kafir Lime Rasam Shots ( Lemon grass and kafir lime flavored tomato broth)
Veg tempura with thai chili sauce on bed of Wasabi spinach tortilla, radish, vegan creama
Cassava Croquettes with remoulade sauce
Fondant Scallop potatoes on bed of tortilla, gun powder and curry leaves dust, micro greens
Truffle-infused White Bean Velouté. (small, velvety soup made with white beans and infused with the rich flavor of truffles. Garnish with chives and a drizzle of truffle oil.)
Potato Cream with Caramelized Leek & Saffron
Carrot Turmeric Soup with Roasted Garbanzos
Seitan Negimaki
Arroz Tikki with chimmichuri sauce
Satay Tofu skewers with teriyaki glaze
Truffle Risotto with Asparagus Spears
A fragrant coconut curry soup with red lentils, flavored with Indian spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Garnished with fresh cilantro
Moroccan Vegetable Tagine with Couscous ( Slow-cooked vegetables in a flavorful Moroccan spice blend, served over fluffy couscous.)
Roasted Butternut Squash and Apple Bisque with Maple Glaze A smooth and comforting bisque featuring the sweetness of roasted butternut squash and apples, finished with a drizzle of maple glaze
C ava t a p i .( eggplant. tomato. capers. szechuan. chili oil. calabrian chiles
Harissa Carrots and Fennel with Lentils
Bottled Biryani with Mint Raita , Crips, Naan
Cauliflower Peri peri, saffron Rice , Chef s special sauce
Green Fried Rice..... zhoug. tofu. fennel. broccoli. red pepper. oyster mushroom
Linguine , Vegan Bolognese, truffle shaves
9 spice flavored Tofu steak on bed of Brocolini, asparagus, coconut creama saffron sauce
Eggplant Neopolitan
Stuffed Smoked Aubergine
Ravioli. pomodoro
French Lavender Crème Brûlée (Dessert) coconut creme
Coconut and Passion Fruit Panna Cotta:
Moroccan Rice pudding with raisins, almond and pistachio dust
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Bacon Wrapped Dates
Seared Tuna on Rice Cracker with Wasabi Crema and Pickled Onion,
Crab Hushpuppies with Zesty Tartare,
British Sausage Rolls with Tangy Tomato Chutney,
Port Wine Chicken Liver Mousse with Crostini and Fig Preserves,
Artichoke and Spinach dip stuffed Mushrooms
Grilled Shrimp Cocktail with Shallot Creme Sauce
Shaved Brussel Sprouts, Kale, Marcona Almonds, Shaved Mancego Cheese, Spring Onion, Slivered Jalapeños, Dried Apricot with Red Wine Vinaigrette
Sides Goat Cheese Whipped Potatoes, Potatoes Gratin, Duck Fat Roasted Potatoes, Truffle Parmesan Risotto, Lobster Mac ’n Cheese, Truffle Mac ’n Cheese
Sides Grilled Jumbo Asparagus with Charred Lemon and Olive Oil, Broccolini with Roasted Garlic and Aleppo Pepper, Sautéed French Green Bean with Shallots, Creamed Garlicky Spinach, Sautéed Wild Mushroom Medley
Filet Mignon: Bernaise, Brandy Peppercorn Cream, Blue Cheese Crema
Seared Ribeyes with Chimmichurri
Cardamom and Clove Molten Chocolate cakes with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream,
Brioche Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce,
Vanilla Creme Brûlée,
Chocolate Soufflé,
Individual Pavlova with Fresh Berries, Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse,
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Red Fruits salad, Mixed Crispy Leaves, Roasted Sweet Potato, Beetroot, Strawberries, Blueberries, Red Currant, Pumpkin Seeds, Chia Seeds, Mint Leaves, Red Fruits Vinaigrette
Gazpacho, Cold Tomato Soup, Cucumber, Onion, Bell Peppers, Oregano, Garlic, Vinegar, and Virgin Olive Oil
Shrimp Cocktail , Prawns with Lime Juice, Red Onion, Red Chili, Fresh Mango, Fresh Coriander, Cocktail Sauce
Grilled Octopus Roasted Grilled Octopus with Lemon Emulsion and the Garden
Marinated Anchovies Fresh Marinated Anchovies on a Brown Bread Toast with Grilled Bell Peppers
Mediterranean Crispy Pork Belly* P G Oven Roasted Pork Belly on a Bed of Bulgur and Pear Citrus Compote
Truffled Grass-fed Beef Carpaccio Australian Beef with Rocket Leaves, Rock Salt, Black Fresh Truffle, and Truffle Oil
Arancini with house made truffle tomato cream sauce
Mediterranean White Fish Fillet Oven Baked White Fish Fillet, Covered with Mediterranean Juice Salsa on a Bed of Sautéed Spinach
Lobster Thermidor Oven Gratinated Whole Lobster Thermidor
Ravioli of Spinach and Ricotta Cheese V G Ravioli Served with Mediterranean Tomato Sauce
Portuguese Style Octopus Rice (Serves Two)* S Mediterranean Dish Served with Rice, Octopus, Tri-coloured Bell Peppers, Chopped Coriander
Surf and Turf Beef Tenderloin, Sliced Lobster, Wine Tomatoes, Pumpkin Pure with Seasonal Sautéed Vegetables and Red Wine Jus
Duck Leg Confit Slow Cooked Confit Cooked Duck Leg in Olive Oil and Mediterranean Herbs with a Ragout of Three Beans
Pistachio Crusted Lamb Loin N G Braised Lamb Loin with a Crust of Pistachio Served with Q'Nelle of Mashed Sweet Potato and Seasonal Sautéed Vegetables
Sides -Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Butter and Cream V Mediterranean Tomato Salad V Grilled Mixed Seasonal Vegetables V Roasted Pumpkin V Oven Roasted Baby Potatoes* V Mashed Sweet Potato* V Creamy Spinach Purée* V
Poached Pear in Red Wine A Slow-cooked Pear in Red Wine with Vanilla Parfait and Porto Reduction
Date and Walnut Tart Dates and Walnuts Crumble Tart with Vanilla Ice Cream
Home made ice creams/ sorbets/
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Mediterranean Pasta Salad (Pasta, Parmesan, cured ham, arugula, tomatoes, and peppers or Grilled Aubergine with Garlic Rouille
Steamed mussels with shrimp and Garlic bread or Creamed salt cod bruschetta with tappenade anchovies
Garbanzo soup in a meaty broth with tomatoes, herbs and spices
Pasta (Mediterranean Padrón peppers give this pasta dish a delicious Iberian twist. Chili, rosemary, and thyme add a pleasantly earthy finishing note)
Dolma with Roasted Red pepper Hummus
Scallop on a bed of Moroccan Cous Cous with saffron broth
Lentil Soup with a waffle crust
Mediterranean Greek Salad or Tangelo Salad with Shrimp Crostini
Tabbouleh - Med Salad , Bulgur wheat, tomatoes, parsley, onions
Falafel with Tzatziki Sauce
Lamb and Egg Plant Soup or chick pea, lentil, Bean soup
Spicy Falafel on bed of Pita Bread with trio of Hummus or spicy potato and coriander salad
Orange, date , almond salad
Roasted Lamb Fillets on a bed of sweet potatoes and mushroom glaze
Paella Andaluza or Chicken Kebabos with Saffron Pilaf
Mediterranean Platter ( Grilled Fatoush wrap, Chicken,Fish , Saffron Pialf, Baba Ghanoush)
Mediterranean Pasta with artichokes, sundried tomatoes, olives, with feta cream sauce
Spicy Tomato Coriander Prawns
Chicken Piccata with Creamy Sauce / Lemon / Capers
Mediterranean Lamb Shanks with Rosemary / Thyme with Moroccan Couscous
Chicken Tagine with Dates & Honey or Duck Breast with Pistachio seasoning
Marinated Herbed whole Fish on bed of tomatoes/ artichokes / Olives
Lamb and Chickpea Casserole or Braised chicken in tomato sauce
Pan de Tres Leches Topped with a Chianti Cinnamon Syrup
Rice Pudding with Almonds and Raisins
Pear and Cashew pudding or Rice pudding with. Dry fruits
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