Chef Craig Stevens

Personal Chef In Cleveland

I am a Certified Executive Chef (American Culinary Federation) I am a graduate of the Culinary Institute of American and the Cincinnati Culinary Academy I am very passionate about all areas of culinary arts I have taken Baking Classes in France and was with a team of chefs that went to China to cook some American cuisine . I Worked as a campus executive chef at the university of Mary Washington where I created and executed covid 19 playbook and menus for the safety of the students. I worked as a catering executive chef at the college of William and Mary where I cooked meals for the president of the college and her guess to include actress Glenn Close, CNN Reported Anderson Cooper, Senator Mark Warner. Former FBI Director James B Comey. I have acted as a advisor for Ugottaeat.com I have worked in all areas of food service from Schools, University hospitals and retirement. homes I have done many private catering and also in home cooking classes.

For me, cooking is...

my passion everyday I get to create and work in a industry where it does not feel like work. enjoying what you love to do and also bring joy to others

I learned to cook at...

Cincinnati culinary academy and Culinary Institiue of America . the true education was the many restaurants and hotels I worked in and country clubs

A cooking secret...

be organize work clean have all your ingredients ready. always have a plan and a backup plan.

My menus

Bistro

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GIN & CITRUS CURED SALMON Fromage Blanc, Marinated Cucumber, Crispy Capers, House-Made "Everything" Bagel

LAMB MEATBALLS Thyme Polenta, Tomato Demi-Glace, Ricotta Salada

PAN-FRIED CRAB CAKES Roasted Red Pepper Emulsion, Brussels Sprout Slaw

QUAIL & WAFFLES Cornbread Waffle, Creamed Corn, Calabrian Hot Honey

FIRST COURSE

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CARAMELIZED APPLE SALAD McGrath Farm's Cheddar, Smoked Walnuts, Apple Cider Vinaigrette

ROASTED PEAR SALAD Hearty Greens, Spiced Pistachio, Halloumi Croutons, Tahini Vinaigrette

Caesar salad with croutons and Caesar dressing

MAIN COURSE

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LOBSTER RISOTTO Butter Poached Lobster, Shaved Truffle, Arugula, White Truffle Oi

PAN SEARED SALMON* Cilantro Sticky Rice, Braised Bok Choy, Romanesco, Green Curry Nage

PAN-ROASTED DUCK BREAST* Confit Fingerling Potatoes, Braised Leeks, Cranberry-Orange Chutney

Airline Chicken Breast , Roasted Asparagus and Truffle Cauliflower Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

Ny prime strip with Caramelized red onions, and demi glacé ,roasted mashed potatoes French green beans

DESSERT

All inclusive

Caramelized Apple Cheesecake

Chocolate Bread pudding with caramel sauce

Double chocolate cake with raspberry sauce

Classic Creme Brulee

Italian Menu

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Polenta E Funghi (Polenta with Wild Mushrooms Marscapone cheese and Fresh Basil And Parmesan

Cavatelli with Braised Beef Ragu,Tomato, Chili, Shaved Parmesan Cheese

Rissoto Al Tartufo - Rissoto with Black Truffle and Marscapone, Basil

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Caesar salad with croutons and Caesar dressing

Grilled Radicchio, Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Gorgonzola, Apples, Prosciutto di Parma, Manodori Aceto Balsamico, Pine Nuts

Macerated Kale, Dried Cherries, Roasted Beets, Shaved Pecorino Romano, Balsamic

MAIN COURSE

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Bone-in Short Rib, Honey Nut Squash, Broccolini Gremolata

Roasted Chicken, Braised Greens, Fingerlings, Black Trumpet Sugo

Bronzed Salmon, Olive Oil Crushed Potatoes, Tuscan Kale, White Truffle Bruere Blanc

Herb Crusted Lamb with Herb ed Crust, Garlic Flan, White Beans and a Merlot Sauce

DESSERT

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Tiramisu with a trio of sauces raspberry, chocolate, Caramel

Cheescake panna cotta graham crust , roasted blackberries, white chocolate decor

Flourless chocolate espresso cake , & Creme Anglaise and raspberry sauce with Caramelized Macadamia nuts

Seasonal Heirloom Apples, Cinnamon, Vanilla Gelato

French

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Seared Foie Gras on Brioche French Toast with Carmalized Apples and Figs

Duck Breast, Goat Cheese Pierogies

Steak Tartare on Brioche with Quail Eggs

FIRST COURSE

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Asparagus Veloute with Walnut-parsley Pistou

Mixed greens with Grapes, Candied walnuts, and Aged Balsamic Vinaigrette

Grilled Romaine, Preserved Lemons and Poached Duck Egg

MAIN COURSE

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Porcini Braised Chicken Thighs

Seared King Salmon ,Cedar Planked Porcini

Pan Seared Halibut with Fingerling Potatoes, Roaemary Aioli

Filet of Beef au Gratin, Truffle pommes Anna, Braised Kale with Pickled Shallots

DESSERT

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Raspberry Cremeux Tart wit a Sable Breton Crust and Raspberry Sorbet

Classic Creme Brulee

Caramel-filled Chocolate Molten Cakes WIth Caramel Ice Cream

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Chef Craig's reviews

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69 services

First time experience. Chef Craig was great! Really made for a wonder family birthday celebration. Thanks so much!

My manager gifted me this experience and I decided to book it for my husband & I's 5th wedding anniversary. This was our first time having an in-home, private chef and it was incredible. Chef Craig was certainly the highlight. You can tell that he's passionate about his craft and takes pride in creating delicious meals for his clients. His conversation was great and we had a mutual love of music which made for some good discussions. We learned about his travels, children, the different languages he speaks, and his passions & hobbies. Given that we were celebrating our anniversary, and he's been married for 20 years, we also talked about love, marriage, and growth. Good conversation and customer service aside, the dishes were also phenomenal! We had the short ribs to start, followed by the caesar salad with poached egg and NY strip as our entree. For dessert was a caramel apple cheesecake which was perfect for the start of fall. Everything was prepared perfectly and flavorful. All in all, this was a 10/10 dining experience and we're already looking forward to booking our next meal!

Chef Craig really likes to cook and takes his craft seriously. He was engaging and very professional. He will make sure his clients are happy. I would give him a grade of A. Thanks Chef Craig for a wonderful evening.

Both the app and the chef were amazing and I will be telling others.

Chef Craig and his team were phenomenal! They did an amazing job and made our party a. If by to remember! The food was delicious, they arrived on time and were very friendly, and cleaned everything up very well. I would highly recommend them!!

Chef Craig was incredible! He was very personable and kind, and has some fascinating life stories. We really enjoyed all four courses of the meal he made us! He put the meal together in a very timely manner and left the kitchen tidier than he found it. He created a very special experience for us!

I hired Craig as a birthday surprise for my caregiver. Craig’s gentlemanly manners made our dinner more wonderful. While meticulously cooking and serving, his charm and humor made the atmosphere more celebratory. Each course was delicious, especially the chicken parmigiana and tiramisu! Since I have difficulty swallowing due to cerebral palsy, Craig even mechanically processed my salad and entrée! My caregiver couldn’t stop saying how much she enjoyed the evening!

Chef Craig Steven’s was amazing! He made us an amazing meal and did a great job leaving the kitchen spotless! I would recommend him to anyone looking for a chef

10/10 would hire Chef Craig again.

Chef Craig and Chef Jason were wonderful to have to our home. We requested a Mexican themed meal for 6 adults and 4 kids and they did not disappoint! They were timely, engaged so kindly with the kids, and served us a delicious 4 course meal. The kids loved chatting with them and even getting to help a little. The kitchen was left spotless! Everyone was thrilled with the experience and we plan to book them again!

Chef Craig was beyond awesome. We enjoyed our conversations and his culinary knowledge! He made this experience absolutely amazing. I will recommend him to family and friends hands down. Nothing but accolades for Craig and the experience.

Five-star magic! Chef Craig turned my boyfriend's birthday dinner into an unforgettable experience. The four-course meal was a delicious journey, starting with heavenly meatballs and a refreshing Caesar salad. The airline chicken and strip steak entrées were cooked to perfection, and the desserts - a decadent caramel apple cheesecake and a rich chocolate cake - were the perfect sweet ending. But beyond the amazing food, Chef Craig's professionalism and warm personality made the evening truly special. We'll definitely be booking again!

Chef Craig Stevens was very engaging and polite. His food was excellent. The experience was worth repeating.

It was an incredible experience and so much fun. Our friends were also very impressed. Chef Craig was engaging, very approachable and created a great meal. Our only disappointment was that the strip steak was cooked too well done and was a little dry and tough to chew. But, we would certainly love to have him as our Chef again.

Very professional very informative

Chef Craig Stevens was amazing!!! My and I were thoroughly pleased!!! We will be using him again!! And highly recommend him!!!

Chef Craig was able to incorporate my mother's dietary restrictions and create an exquisite meal. He was patient with me as the planner, and made my mom's 85th birthday huge success!

Chef Craig is a must for your next event. Very personable, was punctual, kept the kitchen very clean and just a great guy. As for the food.. it was amazing. We love to watch the food prep/ cooking and he did not miss a beat, being able to cook this extremely high caliber food, all the while chatting with us. What a great time.

Very professional and appetizer was my absolute favorite with short ribs and polenta.

In addition to the delicious food, he was a lovely presence in our kitchen. We really enjoyed conversation with him. He was both very professional and very warm. We had a fun time with him!!