Chef Devlin O'connor

Private Chef In Littleton

I am a classically trained chef whose been in the restaurant industry for over 23 years. I’ve cooked in upper echelon fine dining restaurants in Chicago, Kansas, Colorado, and Arizona. I’m extremely passionate about providing personalized dining experiences to my clients. I love finding local produce year round to incorporate in my seasonal menus. I look forward to meeting and exceeding all expectations.

For me, cooking is...

My passion! I’ve spent years honing my craft.

I learned to cook at...

I began a chef’s apprenticeship in 1999 under a French chef. I’ve attended two culinary schools and graduated from Arizona Culinary Institute in 2003

A cooking secret...

Technique!!! Solid technique and understanding the science of food allows a chef to expand to any style of cuisine.

My menus

Fall 2021 Menu

STARTER

All inclusive

Mascarpone Stuffed Dates- Tonka bean, Lemon

Porcini Mushroom Consomme- Frantoia EVOO, Leek oil, Mushroom powder

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Chilled Lamb Tenderloin Sous Vide- New Zealand Lamb, Red pepper paint, Pickled red onion, Sieved egg, Roasted yellow pepper, Herb oil, Roasted garlic puree, Fried parsley

Cauliflower Panna Cotta- Lobster gelee, Avocado, English pea puree, Smoked trout roe

Chilled Jumbo Lump Crab Salad- Frisee, Celery, Black sesame brioche crouton, Sushi Nori, Lime Kewpie mayo

Butternut Squash Soup- Sage oil, Fried sage, Pumpkin seed powder

Potato Gnocchi- Celery root puree, Crispy prosciutto, Caraway oil, Parmesan crumble

Crispy Pork Belly- Swarnadwipa tonkotsu curry broth, Maple glazed carrot, Romesco, Vanilla poached tomatoes

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Black Cod- Sake braised, Shitake, Root vegetable ragout, Ginger, Bamboo shoot, Scallion

Butter Poached Shrimp- Hand made pasta, Garlic, Lemon butter, Tomato Jam

Braised Beef Cheeks- Parsnip puree, Potato croquette, Roasted broccolini, Demi glace

Sopresatta Corn Bread Stuffed Quail- Glazed sweet potato, Wild rice, Licorice veloute, Corn foam

Blanquette De Veau- Braised veal shoulder, Mushroom, Carrot, Celery, Creme fraiche, Thyme, Crostini

Halibut- Bergamont fumet, Toasted Israeli couccous, Orange, Sugar snap peas

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Cheese Course- 3 cheeses, Preserved fruit, Crackers, Olive tapenade

Chocolate Panna Cotta- Rosemary caramel, Fresh berries

Honey Semifredo- Lemon crumb, Honey caramel, Pistachio

Pumpkin Snickerdoodle- Molasses whipped cream

French Surprise

STARTER

All inclusive

Mascarpone stuffed dates, Tonka bean, Lemon

Gougeres- Herbed goat cheese

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Vichyssoise

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Prime Ribeye- Cipollini onions, Potato gratin, Beurre rouge

Sea Bass- Broccolini, Roasted onion puree, Bacon and rye crumble,

DESSERT

All inclusive

Fig Tart, Pastry cream, Almond, Apricot glaze, Whipped cream

Mediterranean Vegetarian

STARTER

All inclusive

Parmesan crisp, Roasted bell pepper, Shallot, Chive

Mascarpone stuffed dates, Tonka bean, Lemon

Endive hand salad, Beet, Radish, Buttermilk dressing, Sunflower and poppy seed

Crispy polenta cake, Ratatouille, Roasted Mushroom, Rosemary oil

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Vegetarian Bolognese ravioli, Lentil beans, Root vegetable, Tomato oil

DESSERT

All inclusive

Fig Tart, Pastry cream, Almond, Apricot glaze, Whipped cream

French Menu

STARTER

All inclusive

Crudités

Mascarpone stuffed dates with tonka bean and lemon

Gougeres

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Vichyssoise

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs- Seasonal vegetable, Potato gratin, Red wine demi glace

DESSERT

All inclusive

Chocolate Trio- White chocolate mousse, Dark chocolate cake, Milk chocolate truffle

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Chef Devlin's reviews

4.83

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12 services

I can't say enough good things about Chef Devlin O'Connor. My husband's 50th bday was May 15th and I had been working with a prior chef for two months, discussing the entire menu, timing, etc. The Wednesday before my husband's planned bday party which was on Saturday, this other chef totally bailed on me, said he over committed! I was scrambling to find a new chef and found Chef O'Connor on Take A Chef and reached out to him right away. Keep in mind it was only 3 days before the party and I thought there was no way he would be able to do it with such short notice, but he did! Devlin arrived on time, he was prepared and saved the party! My husband's b-day was a success thanks to Devlin and I was so appreciative. I would highly recommend Devlin for any party and we will definitely reach out to him again for our future home chef needs!

Chef Devlin was amazing! We had him come to our house for my wife's birthday, and everyone was blown away by the service and the food. We loved every aspect of the process. He was very communicative, punctual, and the food was perfect. We can't say enough good things about Chef Devlin and the whole experience. We will be booking with him again in the near future.

Amazing presentation, well thought out menu and above and beyond exceptional customer service! Perfect night thanks to Chef Devlin and his amazing culinary skills!! Highly recommend for a special night! He went above and beyond to deliver the perfect in home culinary experience!

Chef Devlin was AMAZING! We booked him for a small holiday party since restaurants are closed, and he delivered better than any restaurant could. Each course was impeccably prepared and tasted amazing. He worked with me on the menu to suite my husband’s particular taste and he blew our clean up expectations out of the water! Seriously - he hand washed silverware and scrubbed the stovetop. That was a huge plus for me! Overall, this was an amazing experience and I would recommend chef Devlin to anyone.

Chef Devlin was amazing to work with for our special Halloween party. He was very polite and respectful. The food was also amazing and I definitely recommend him.

Chef Devlin O'connor was great and his food was delicious! He worked with me on the menu and took the extra steps to recommend wine and cocktail pairings. He was also very respectful of COVID safety protocols and very professional. I HIGHLY recommend Chef O'connor to anyone and I hope he will cook for us again sometime soon!

Chef Devlin was outstanding! Food was out of this world delicious and gourmet! He is such a nice guy too! Very detailed in his descriptions and very well thought out menu. He worked with every request we had. Wish I could hire him to cook every meal for me! Definitely recommend!!