Chef Dj Brandenburgh

Private Chef In Lakewood

I am a professional chef with 16 years of experience, working everywhere from sports bars to 3 Michelin starred restaurants. I love learning new styles of cooking and techniques as well as perfecting what I already know. Right now I’m getting into authentic sushi and Japanese cuisine!

In my personal life, I enjoy training Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai as well as hanging out with the two ladies in my life, my cat and my girlfriend.

For me, cooking is...

Cooking is the biggest part of my identity and purpose in life. It’s how I best express myself and my care for other people.

I learned to cook at...

I went to community college with a great culinary arts program as well as pastry school. But I’ve learned the most from great chefs in the workplace.

A cooking secret...

It’s not a secret or at least it shouldn’t be but tasting and seasoning the food appropriately.

My menus

Sizzlin' Steakhouse

STARTER

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Chorizo Stuffed Dates - Caramelized Bacon, Romesco Sauce

Cantaloupe and Prosciutto Bites - Marinated Mozzarella, Basil, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus - Garlic, Sesame, Green Onion, Warm Naan

Caesar Salad - Baby Romaine, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan Crisp, Tangy Caesar Dressing

Butternut Squash Sage Soup - Granny Smith Apple, Creme Fraiche, Squash Seed Granola

Velvety Vichyssoise - Chilled Potato Soup , Roasted & Crispy Leeks, Chive Oil, Sourdough Croutons

Chilled Corn Bisque - Crispy Shallots, Bacon, Scallions

Charcuterie Board -Chefs Selection of Local Cured Meats and Cheeses, Cornichons, Cherry Jam, Sea Salt Crackers

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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3 Cheese Fettuccini - Handmade Pasta, Smoked Gouda, Cheddar, Parmesan, Pickled Tomatoes, Prosciutto, Herbed Garlic Breadcrumbs

Bacon Carbonara - Handmade Spaghetti, Beurre Monte, Crispy Bacon, Parmesan, Chives, Egg Yolk

Seared Atlantic Salmon - Braised Fennel, Garlic, Crispy Shallots, Tarragon Beurre Blanc

Fines Herbes and Garlic Chicken Breast - Marinated Farm Raised Chicken Breast, Havarti Risotto, Walnuts, Seared Brussels Sprouts, Lemon

Butter Basted Colorado Sirloin - Potato and Chive Gnocchi, Basil Tarragon Pesto, Roasted Asparagus, Pine Nuts, Beef Jus

Pan Roasted Filet Mignon - Parmesan Potato Pavé, Roasted Asparagus Almondine, Herb Butter, Parmesan Cream

Pan Roasted Flatiron Steak - Potatoes Fondant, Charred Broccolini, Crispy Shallots, Merlot Beef Jus

Seared Scallops - Roasted Butternut Squash and Bok Choy, Tarragon, Parsley, Dill, Lemon Beurre Blanc

DESSERT

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Chocolate Lava Cake - Raspberry Jam, Chocolate Cookie Crumb, Creme Chantilly, Caramelized White Chocolate

Dark Chocolate Mousse Tart - Chocolate Cookie Crust, Strawberry Jam, Candied Orange Rind, Chocolate Ice Cream

Cookies and Cream Cheesecake - Chocolate Cookie Crust, Chocolate Vodka Syrup, French Vanilla Ice Cream

Pumpkin Spice Latte Cheesecake - Espresso Ganache, Caramel Apples, Chai Cookie Crumble, Espresso Whipped Cream

Red, White and Blue Trifle - Macerated Strawberries and Blueberries, Vanilla Bavarois, Funfetti Pound Cake

Caramel Apple Cobbler - Oat Streusel, Salted Caramel, Vanilla Ice Cream

Blueberry Pie Panna Cotta - Spiced Blueberry Compote, Crispy Puff Pastry, Lemon Confit

Caramelized Banana Tiramisu - Espresso Soaked Ladyfingers, Dark Chocolate Ganache, Banana Mousse, Toasted Vanilla Meringue, Caramelized Banana Slices

Celebración 111

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Salsa Trio - Fresh Made Salsa Roja, Salsa Verde, and Guacamole, Tortilla Chips

Queso Fundido - Melted Oaxaca Cheese, Chorizo, Poblano Peppers, Corn Tortillas

Roasted Red Pepper Quesadillas - Mozzarella, Cheddar, Pepper jack, Sour Cream, Salsa Roja

Colorado Green Chile Chicken Posole - Bacon Broth, Cilantro, Fried Hominy

Green Gazpacho - Chilled Tomatillo Soup, Cucumber, Cilantro, Baguette

Chicken Al Pastor Empenadas - Roasted Pineapple, Onions, Chipotle Aioli, Cilantro

Elote Salad - Roasted Corn, Red Onion, Queso Fresco, Crema, Smoked Paprika, Lime

Mexican Chopped Salad - Romaine, Roasted Corn, Tomatoes, Avocado, Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

Tuna Ceviche - Avocado Lime Puree, Mango Salsa, Cilantro, Jalapeño

FIRST COURSE

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MAIN COURSE

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Red Argentinian Shrimp Ceviche - Scallops, Sea Bass, Diced Avocado, Cucumber, Tomato, Cucumber Broth

Baja Style Fish Tacos - Fresh Halibut, Corn Tortillas, Red Cabbage, Pickled Red Onion, Avocado, Cilantro, Lime, Chipotle Aioli

Barbacoa Tacos - Pickled Red Onion and Carrots, Jalapeños, Crema, Queso Fresco, Cilantro Lime Rice

Braised Chicken Mole -Ancho and Morita Chiles, Radish, Charred Scallions, Patatas Bravas

Arroz Verde con Pollo - Marinated Chicken Breast, Jasmine Rice, Jalapenos, Cilantro, Pickled Red Onions, Garlic

Carne Asada Enchiladas - Marinated Steak, Red Enchilada Sauce, Corn Tortillas, Carmelized Bacon Refried Beans, Red Rice

Chimichurri Braised Shortribs - Red Pepper Polenta, Roasted Asparagus, Fried Onions, Beef Jus

DESSERT

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Fruit Platter - The Best Seasonal Fruits Available Served Fresh, Pickled, and Macerated

Basil Infused Cotton Cake - Lime Curd, Roasted Strawberries, Crispy Meringue

Dreamsicle Tres Leches - Orange Zest, Vanilla Creme Anglaise, Candied Orange Zest, Spiced Whipped Cream

Chocolate Lava Cake - Raspberry Jam, Chocolate Cookie Crumb, Creme Chantilly, Caramelized White Chocolate

Mexican Hot Chocolate Tart - Abuelita Chocolate, Cinnamon Whipped Cream, Cajeta Caramel Sauce

Taste of Tokyo 1

STARTER

All inclusive

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Miso Glazed Salmon - Marinated and Seared, Spicy Daikon and Watermelon Radish, Ginger, Scallions, Lemon Miso Sauce

Thai Green Curry - Argentinian Shrimp, Coconut Milk, Sweet Potatoes, Eggplant, Cilantro, Ginger, Lemongrass, Jasmine Rice

Japanese Chicken Curry - Coconut Milk, Sweet Potato, Carrot, Ginger, Lemongrass, Jasmine Rice

Ginger Crusted Lamb Chops - Panko, Mint, Braised Parsnips, Daikon Sesame Salad

Pork Tonkatsu - Breaded & Fried Pork Loin, Shredded Cabbage, Shortgrain Rice, Sweet & Sour Tonkatsu Sauce

Korean Braised Shortribs - Kimchi, Roasted Carrots, Pickled Red Onion, Cilantro, Gochujang

DESSERT

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Basil Infused Cotton Cake - Lime Curd, Roasted Strawberries, Crispy Meringue

Chocolate Lava Cake - Raspberry Jam, Chocolate Cookie Crumb, Creme Chantilly, Caramelized White Chocolate

Chocolate Tahini Cake - Chocolate Sesame Cookie Crumb, Toasted Honey Creme Chantilly, Salted Caramel Sauce

Lemongrass Pot de Creme - Coconut Milk, Lime Segments, Crispy Rice Noodles, Mint

Matcha Eclairs - Choux, Matcha Yuzu Pastry Cream, White Chocolate Glaze

Matcha Mochi Cake - Dark Chocolate Ganache, Black Sesame Tuile, Macerated Blackberries

Taste of Tokyo 111

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Wakame Salad - Japanese Seaweed, Cucumbers, Carrots, Sesame Ginger Dressing

Spinach Goma-Ae Salad - Blanched Spinach, Sesame Paste, Kale Chips

Miso Soup - Miso Dashi, Silken Tofu, Sake Braised Mushrooms

Agedashi Tofu - Fried Crispy Tofu, Kombu Dashi, Daikon Radish, Togarashi

Edamame in the Pod - Salted, Spicy Garlic Sauce

Kimchi Eggrolls - Pickled Carrots, Gochujang Soy Dipping Sauce

FIRST COURSE

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Aburi Salmon Oshizushi - Pressed Sushi, Torched Salmon, Jalapeno Hoisin, Crispy Shallots

BBQ Pork Belly Steam Buns - Hoisin Braised Pork Belly, Pickled Carrots, Cilantro

Steamed Lamb Gyoza - Coriander, Scallions, Sweet Amadare Sauce

Thai Crab Chip - Avocado Puree, Jalapeños, Ginger, Rice Chip

California Roll Gougeres - Pate A Choux Puffs, Crab Salad, Avocado, Cucumber, Tobiko, Sriracha

MAIN COURSE

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Veggie Yakisoba - Buckwheat Noodles, Roasted Red Pepper, Scallions, Ginger, Yuzu Ponzu Sauce

Thai Green Curry - Argentinian Shrimp, Coconut Milk, Sweet Potatoes, Eggplant, Cilantro, Ginger, Lemongrass, Jasmine Rice

Seared Atlantic Salmon - Braised Fennel, Garlic, Crispy Shallots, Tarragon Beurre Blanc

Pork Tonkatsu - Breaded & Fried Pork Loin, Shredded Cabbage, Shortgrain Rice, Sweet & Sour Tonkatsu Sauce

Ginger Crusted Lamb Chops - Panko, Mint, Braised Parsnips, Daikon Sesame Salad

Japanese Chicken Curry - Coconut Milk, Sweet Potato, Carrot, Ginger, Lemongrass, Jasmine Rice

Temaki Roll Experience - Build Your Own Japanese Hand Rolls with your choice of filling, e.g. Avocado, Cucumber, Tuna, Scallop, Shrimp etc

Maki Sushi Rolls - Negitoro (Tuna, Green Onion), California (Crab, Avocado, Cucumber), and Tropical Dragon (Patagonian Shrimp, Mango Chutney, Sriracha, Tempura)

DESSERT

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Vanilla Basil Cotton Cake - Lime Curd, Roasted Strawberries, Crispy Meringue

Tropical Parfait - Almond Cake, Banana Bavarois, Caramelized Pineapple, Lime Segments, Cinnamon Tuile

Lemongrass Pot de Creme - Coconut Milk, Lime Segments, Crispy Rice Noodles, Mint

Matcha Eclairs - Choux, Matcha Yuzu Pastry Cream, White Chocolate Glaze

Matcha Mochi Cake - Dark Chocolate Ganache, Black Sesame Tuile, Macerated Blackberries

Chocolate Tahini Cake - Chocolate Sesame Cookie Crumb, Toasted Honey Creme Chantilly, Salted Caramel Sauce

Chocolate Lava Cake - Raspberry Jam, Chocolate Cookie Crumb, Creme Chantilly, Caramelized White Chocolate

Dark Chocolate Mousse Tart - Chocolate Cookie Crust, Strawberry Jam, Candied Orange Rind, Chocolate Ice Cream

Essence of the mediterranean

STARTER

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Chorizo Stuffed Dates - Caramelized Bacon, Romesco Sauce

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus - Garlic, Sesame, Green Onion, Warm Naan

Bruschetta Duo - Baguette Toast, Marinated Tomatoes, Eggplant Caponata, Balsamic Reduction, Parsley, Basil

Havarti Risotto - Roasted Walnuts, Charred Brussels Sprouts and Scallions, Balsamic Gastrique

Charcuterie Board -Chefs Selection of Local Cured Meats and Cheeses, Cornichons, Cherry Jam, Sea Salt Crackers

Handmade Rosemary Focaccia - Sun Dried Tomatoes, Garlic Butter

Italian Beef Meatballs - Tomato Beef Sauce, Giardinera, Mozzarella

Cantaloupe and Prosciutto Bites - Marinated Mozzarella, Basil, Balsamic Vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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3 Cheese Fettuccini - Handmade Pasta, Smoked Gouda, Cheddar, Parmesan, Pickled Tomatoes, Prosciutto, Herbed Garlic Breadcrumbs

Bacon Carbonara - Handmade Spaghetti, Beurre Monte, Crispy Bacon, Parmesan, Chives, Egg Yolk

Baked Sicilian Style Sea Bass - Roasted Eggplant, Sundried Tomatoes, Kalmata Olives, Arugula

Chicken a la Arrabbiata - Braised Chicken Leg, Smoked Gouda Polenta, Morita Chiles, Fire Roasted Tomato, Crispy Onion

Za’tar Roasted Chicken Breast - Harissa Butter, Asparagus, Baby Yukon Potatoes, Lemon/Dill Vinaigrette

Butter Basted Colorado Sirloin - Potato and Chive Gnocchi, Basil Tarragon Pesto, Roasted Asparagus, Pine Nuts, Beef Jus

Greek Herb Braised Shortribs - Caramelized Feta Polenta, Cherry Tomato, Roasted Carrots, Red Wine Jus

Garlic and Herb Marinated Lamb Chop - Pine Nut Risotto, Glazed Peas, Parmesan, Herb Salad, Garlic Confit

Seared Duck Breast - Taleggio Risotto, Candied Pistachios, Roasted Parsnips, Black Currant Jus

DESSERT

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Basil Infused Cotton Cake - Lime Curd, Roasted Strawberries, Crispy Meringue

Vanilla Pavlova - Baked Meringue, Creme Anglaise, Pickled Blueberries, Spun Sugar

Handmade Baklava - Crispy Phyllo Dough, Caramelized Honey, Pistachios

Chocolate Lava Cake - Raspberry Jam, Chocolate Cookie Crumb, Creme Chantilly, Caramelized White Chocolate

Dark Chocolate Mousse Tart - Chocolate Cookie Crust, Strawberry Jam, Candied Orange Rind, Chocolate Ice Cream

Chocolate Tahini Cake - Chocolate Sesame Cookie Crumb, Toasted Honey Creme Chantilly, Salted Caramel Sauce

Blueberry Pie Panna Cotta - Spiced Blueberry Compote, Crispy Puff Pastry, Lemon Confit

Birthday Steakhouse

STARTER

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Charcuterie Board -Chefs Selection of Local Cured Meats and Cheeses, Cornichons, Cherry Jam, Sea Salt Crackers

Handmade Rosemary Focaccia - Sun Dried Tomatoes, Garlic Butter

Chorizo Stuffed Dates - Caramelized Bacon, Romesco Sauce

Cantaloupe and Prosciutto Bites - Marinated Mozzarella, Basil, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Caviar Tartlet - Celery Root, Preserved Shallot, Horseradish Cream

Wild Mushroom Toast - Confit Wild Mushrooms, Onions, Arugula, Whole Grain Toast, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Tomato Tartlet - Crispy Puff Pastry, Marinated Tomatoes, Shallots, Parmesan

Bloody Mary Shrimp Cocktail - Poached Argentinian Shrimp, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon Wedges, Bloody Mary Spice

Gougere Bites - Pate a Choux Dough, Gruyère Cheese Sauce, Smoked Paprika

Fresh Oysters - Lemon Confit, Champagne Foam, Fresno Pepper

FIRST COURSE

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Caesar Salad - Baby Romaine, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan Crisp, Tangy Caesar Dressing

Classic Wedge Salad - Iceberg, Cherry Tomatoes, Bleu Cheese, Crispy Bacon, Green Goddess Dressing

Herbed Burrata Salad - Arugula, Prosciutto, Marinated Tomatoes, Dried Cranberries, Basil, Balsamic Glaze

Velvety Vichyssoise - Chilled Potato Soup , Roasted & Crispy Leeks, Chive Oil, Sourdough Croutons

Butternut Squash Sage Soup - Granny Smith Apple, Creme Fraiche, Squash Seed Granola

Truffled Corn Bisque - White Truffle Oil, Crispy Shallots, Bacon, Scallions

Havarti Risotto - Roasted Walnuts, Charred Brussels Sprouts and Scallions, Balsamic Gastrique

Spinach Ricotta Gnocchi - Handmade Parisian Gnocchi, Roasted Sweet Potato, Basil and Pine Nut Pesto, Parmesan Crisp

MAIN COURSE

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3 Cheese Fettuccini - Fettuccine Pasta, Smoked Gouda, Cheddar, Parmesan, Pickled Tomatoes, Prosciutto, Herbed Garlic Breadcrumbs

Creamy Bacon Carbonara - Spaghetti, Beurre Monte, Crispy Bacon, Parmesan, Chives, Egg Yolk

Baked Sicilian Style Sea Bass - Roasted Eggplant, Sundried Tomatoes, Kalmata Olives, Arugula

Seared Atlantic Salmon - Braised Fennel, Garlic, Crispy Shallots, Tarragon Beurre Blanc

Aged Duck Breast - Seared Foie Gras, Candied Walnut, Pickled Concord Grape, Duck Jus

Fines Herbes and Garlic Chicken Breast - Marinated Farm Raised Chicken Breast, Havarti Risotto, Walnuts, Seared Brussels Sprouts, Lemon

Merlot Braised Wagyu Shortrib Ragú - Pappardelle, Fire Roasted Tomatoes, Castlevetrano Olives, Parmesan Crisp

American Wagyu Strip Loin - Charred Broccolini, Tomato Confit, Truffled Potato Pave, Fines Herb Butter, Beef Jus

Butter Basted Colorado Sirloin - Potato and Chive Gnocchi, Basil Tarragon Pesto, Roasted Asparagus, Pine Nuts, Beef Jus

Surf & Turf Fettuccini - Pan Seared Colorado Ribeye, Butter Poached Lobster,Roasted Red Pepper and Asiago Cream Sauce, Basil

DESSERT

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Caramel Apple Cobbler - Oat Streusel, Salted Caramel, Vanilla Ice Cream

Tropical Parfait - Almond Cake, Banana Bavarois, Caramelized Pineapple, Lime Segments, Cinnamon Tuile

Red, White and Blue Trifle - Macerated Strawberries and Blueberries, Vanilla Bavarois, Funfetti Pound Cake

Pumpkin Spice Latte Cheesecake - Espresso Ganache, Caramel Apples, Chai Cookie Crumble, Espresso Whipped Cream

Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake - Chocolate Cookie Crust, Candied Cacao Nibs, Strawberry Meringue, Strawberry Jam

Chocolate Lava Cake - Raspberry Jam, Chocolate Cookie Crumb, Creme Chantilly, Caramelized White Chocolate

Dark Chocolate Mousse Tart - Chocolate Cookie Crust, Strawberry Jam, Candied Orange Rind, Chocolate Ice Cream

Blueberry Pie Panna Cotta - Spiced Blueberry Compote, Crispy Puff Pastry, Lemon Confit

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