Chef Kiel Nickerson

Chef At Home In Delton

Many beautiful and amazing moments happen throughout life while dining with people that we love in places that we cherish. With KNCO Private Dining & Event Catering, our guests are able to relax and relish in those moments to a tune of euphoria. After over 15 years in the hospitality industry, both in chef and service roles, I began mentally developing the idea of KNCO as a brand itself. The concept of this started as & remains under one umbrella; using our refined skills in personal service to create a deserved feeling of tranquility, as well as culinary preparation & execution as a medium to stimulate and satisfy your senses of both scent & taste. By listening to and communicating with our clients, we're able to craft each menu, layout, execution scheme & run of events to the specific needs of the event or dining experience at task. By using the freshest & highest quality products available in our dishes as well as the most effective & cutting edge culinary techniques, we are able to give our clients a 100% satisfaction guaranteed on any and all dishes served. At several points in my career I yearned for an opportunity where my clients and my craft would be more than just a number equation. With KNCO Private Dining & Event Catering, every event is handled with grace & executed with a passion for perfection. - Chef Kiel N.

For me, cooking is...

my passion, my hobby, my career, my legacy & first true love all in one.

I learned to cook at...

a young age as my father was a Chef & I've been blessed to be in the industry myself since age 16 (about 17 years, over half my life).

A cooking secret...

is research & development with using the most cutting edge techniques, the freshest ingredients, and taking time to learn the vision of our clients.

My menus

2025 Private Dining Menu

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

French Bread Crostini. Pesto Whipped Goat Cheese. Prosciutto di Parma. Fresh Georgia Peach. Fermented Honey. Fleur De Sal

Roasted Heirloom Carrots. Fermented Honey. Crushed Pistachio. Brown Sugar Chili Oil. Carrot Ginger Gastrique

Creamy Seafood Cake. Cold Water Lobster. Black Tiger Shrimp. Alaskan King Crab. Lemon Chive Aioli. Fresh Arugula Salad. Honey Bacon Vinaigrette

Beef Tataki. Ginger Soy Marinated Wagyu Beef. Crispy Pan Seared Rice Cake. Sriracha Honey Aioli. Confit Egg Yolk. Fresh Scallion. Ponzu Sauce

Wild Mushroom Toast. Grilled Sourdough. Whipped Ricotta Cheese. Roasted Mushroom Blend. Fresh Rosemary. Black Garlic-Balsamic Vinaigrette

Paccheri al Formaggio. Artisan Pasta. Champagne Cream Sauce. Iberico Jamon. Aged Parmigiano & Gruyère. Fresh Cracked Black Pepper. White Truffle Oil

Potato Encrusted Tiger Shrimp. Roasted Garlic Emulsion. Bacon Peach Marmalade. Garden Herb Oil. Fresh Pea Tendril

Short Rib Toast. Chardonnay Braised Beef Short Rib. Caramelized Onion. Black Truffle & Aged Gruyere Creme. Brown Butter Brioche. Herb Gremolata

Pan Seared Diver Scallops. Black Garlic Beurre Blanc. Fried Basil. Toasted Pine Nuts. Caramelized Pineapple Reduction

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Classic Caesar - Crisp Romaine Wedge. Herb Brioche Croutons. Fresh Cracked Black Pepper. Parmigiano Reggiano Tuile. Creamy Caesar Dressing

Heritage Blend Greens. Fresh Strawberries. Meredith Sheep & Goat Dairy Cheese. Candied Pecans, White Balsamic-Blueberry Vinaigrette

Lacinato Kale. Fresh Quinoa. Roasted Sweet Potato. Crushed Walnut Crumble. Grated Parmigiano Reggiano. Red Wine Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Char Encrusted Wagyu Beef. Golden Fondant Potato. Roasted Oyster Mushroom. Truffle Butter. Red Wine Demi Glace

Wild Caught Salmon Oscar. Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon Filet. Michigan Asparagus. Alaskan King Crab. Lemon & Chive Hollandaise

Chicken Teleios. Citrus Roasted, Crab Stuffed Chicken Breast. Truffle Whipped Robuchon Potatoes. Sauce Bearnaise

Blackened Sea Bass. Charred Leek. Creamy Sweet Corn Risotto. Crispy Applewood Bacon. Roasted Red Pepper Beurre Blanc

Campanelle alla Vodka. Roasted Heirloom Tomatoes. Fresh Spinach. Calabrian Bread Crumbs. Fresh Burrata. Whipped N’duja Butter

Wild Mushroom Farro Risotto. Braised Baby Kale. Caramelized Vidalia Onion. Herb Creme Fraiche. White Truffle Oil. Crispy Fried Garlic

Ginger Teriyaki Braised Beef Short Rib. Kimchi Fried Rice Cake. Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts. Plumb Sake Soy Reduction

Bucatini alla Carbonara. Bucatini Pasta. Crispy Pancetta. Cracked Black Pepper. Caramelized Onion. Creamy Carbonara. Fresh Grated Pecorino Romano

Chicken Lemonato. Pan Roasted Chicken Breast. Caramelized Meyer Lemon. Truffle Creme. Roasted Fingerling Potatoes. Lemon Butter Sauce. Fried Capers

Herb Encrusted Lamb. Grass Fed Australian Lamb Loin. Handmade Ricotta Gnocchi. Brown Butter Sage Sauce. Fresh Spring Peas. Grated Pecorino. Walnut Crumble

Roasted Cauliflower Steak. Toasted Sunflower Seeds. Garlic & Herb Hummus. Ramp Pesto. Sweet Thai Chili Glaze. Crispy Root Vegetable Bouquet

DESSERT

All inclusive

Vegan

STARTER

All inclusive

Lacinato Kale. Fresh Quinoa. Roasted Sweet Potato. Crushed Walnut Crumble. Grated Dairy Free Parmigiano Reggiano. Red Wine Vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Roasted Heirloom Carrots - Fermented Olive Oils. Crushed Pistachio. Brown Sugar Chili Oil. Carrot Ginger Gastrique

Pesto Pasta Primavera - Vegan Herb Pesto. Whipped Cauliflower Boursin. Caramelized Georgia Peach. Parsley Sauce. Crispy Fried Garlic

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Roasted Beet Au Poivre - Roasted & Flash Pickled Red Beets. Truffle Whipped Potato Puree. Lemon (Vegan) Butter Poached Asparagus. Crispy Fried Root Vegetable Bouquet

DESSERT

All inclusive

Mango Sweet Creme. Vanilla Bean Pound Cake. Crushed Candied Walnuts. Caramelized Citrus Sugars

Japanese

STARTER

All inclusive

Bok Choy. Red & Napa Cabbage. Thai Peanuts. Caramelized Mandarin Orange. Shaved Carrot. Chow Mein. Ginger Sesame Dressing

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Hibachi Filet Mignon. Sauteed Hibachi Vegetables. Chopped Filet Mignon. Fluffed Jasmine Rice. Plumb Sake Soy Reduction. Yum-Yum Sauce

Roasted Carrots - Fermented Honey. Crushed Pistachio. Brown Sugar Chili Oil. Carrot Ginger Gastrique

Lobster Stuffed Avocado. Fresh Coldwater Lobster Tail & Claw Meat. Hass Avocado. Fresh Arugula, Tart Citrus. Bacon Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Ginger Teriyaki Braised Beef Short Rib. KimChi Rice Cake. Crispy Brussels Sprouts. Plumb Sake Soy Reduction

DESSERT

All inclusive

Mango Sweet Creme. Vanilla Bean Pound Cake. Crushed Candied Walnuts. Caramelized Citrus Sugars

Italian Fusion

STARTER

All inclusive

Artisan Charcuterie Display

Classic Caesar - Crisp Romaine Wedge. Herb Brioche Croutons. Fresh Cracked Black Pepper. Parmigiano Reggiano Tuile. Creamy Caesar Dressing

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Brown Butter Toasted Brioche - Pesto Whipped Goat Cheese. Prosciutto di Parma. Fresh Georgia Peach. Fermented Honey

Burrata Raviolo - Whipped Cauliflower Boursin. Caramelized Georgia Peach. Parsley Sauce

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

14 Layer Lasagna - Slow Roasted Heirloom Tomato Sauce. Beef & Pork Bolognese. Whipped Whole Milk Ricotta. Garden Fresh Herbs. Mozzarella Cheese. Parmigiana Reggiano

Tuscan Stuffed Salmon. Ancient Grains. Sauteed Kale & Arugula. Roasted Whole Carrots. Tomato Beurre Blanc

Parmesan Encrusted Chicken Cutlet. Roasted Spaghetti Squash. Creamy Fennel Herb Filling. House Made Rustic Bolognese Sauce

Penne alla Vodka. Roasted Garlic. Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes. Fresh Spinach. Calabrian Bread Crumbs. Grated Pecorino Romano

DESSERT

All inclusive

Classic Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée. Fresh Berries. Caramelized Sugars

Modern French

STARTER

All inclusive

Classic Caesar - Crisp Romaine Wedge. Herb Brioche Croutons. Fresh Cracked Black Pepper. Parmigiano Reggiano Tuile. Creamy Caesar Dressing

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Crispy Prawns - Potato Encrusted. Roasted Garlic Emulsion. Pickled Red Onion. Fire Roasted Pepper Corn Salsa

Seared Diver Scallops - Truffle Nage. Sherry Bacon Marmalade. Fried Shallot. Fresh Arugula Salad. Wild Blueberry Coulis

Brown Butter Toasted Brioche - Pesto Whipped Goat Cheese. Prosciutto di Parma. Fresh Georgia Peach. Fermented Honey

Roasted Carrots - Fermented Honey. Crushed Pistachio. Brown Sugar Chili Oil. Carrot Ginger Gastrique

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Braised Leg of Lamb - Stewed Garden Vegetables. Robuchon Potatoes. Red Wine Demi Glace

Char Encrusted Filet Mignon. Roasted Heirloom Marble Potato. Poached Asparagus. Sauce Foyot

Blackened Faroe Island Salmon Filet. Creamy Sage & Goat Cheese Corn Polenta. Braised Baby Kale. Fire Roasted Corn Salsa. Sherry Cream Sauce

Cabernet Braised Beef Short Rib. Creamy Caramelized Onion Risotto. Honey Roasted Whole Baby Carrots. Rich Beef Jus

DESSERT

All inclusive

Burnt Basque Cheesecake. Fresh Wildberry Coulis. Graham Cracker Crumble. Simple Caramel

Classic Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée. Fresh Berries. Caramelized Sugars

Mediterranean Essence

STARTER

All inclusive

Baba Ganoush - Roasted Eggplant. Olive oil. Meyer Lemon. Tahini. Hive Honey. Toasted Pine Nuts. Fresh Parsley. Toasted Pitas

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Lacinato Kale. Fresh Quinoa. Roasted Sweet Potato. Crushed Walnut Crumble. Grated Parmigiano Reggiano. Red Wine Vinaigrette

Herb Encrusted Lamb Rack - Spring Peas. Citrus Zest. Whipped Yogurt. Rich Lamb Jus. Creamy Orzo Salad

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Tuscan Stuffed Salmon. Ancient Grains. Sauteed Kale & Arugula. Roasted Whole Carrots. Tomato Beurre Blanc

Chicken Lemonato - Pan Roasted Chicken Breast. Meyer Lemon. Braised Heirloom Tomato. Sauteed Spinach. Truffle Potato Puree. Fresh Herbs

Cauliflower Medallion - Toasted Sunflower Seeds. Garlic & Herb Hummus. Root Vegetable Bouquet. Ramp Pesto. Sweet Thai Chili Glaze

DESSERT

All inclusive

Classic Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée. Fresh Berries. Caramelized Sugars

2024/2025 Menu

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Bok Choy. Red & Napa Cabbage. Thai Peanuts. Caramelized Mandarin Orange. Shaved Carrot. Chow Mein. Ginger Sesame Dressing

Lacinato Kale. Fresh Quinoa. Roasted Sweet Potato. Crushed Walnut Crumble. Grated Parmigiano Reggiano. Red Wine Vinaigrette

Heritage Blend Greens. Fresh Strawberries. Meredith Sheep & Goat Dairy Cheese. Candied Pecans, White Balsamic-Blueberry Vinaigrette

Classic Caesar - Crisp Romaine Wedge. Herb Brioche Croutons. Fresh Cracked Black Pepper. Parmigiano Reggiano Tuile. Creamy Caesar Dressing

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Crispy Prawns - Potato Encrusted. Roasted Garlic Emulsion. Pickled Red Onion. Fire Roasted Pepper Corn Salsa

Burrata Raviolo - Whipped Cauliflower Boursin. Caramelized Georgia Peach. Parsley Sauce

Lamb Lollipop - Steel Cut Southern Grits. Roasted Pebble Creek Mushroom. Herb Creme. Cabernet Demi Glace

Roasted Carrots - Fermented Honey. Crushed Pistachio. Brown Sugar Chili Oil. Carrot Ginger Gastrique

Seared Diver Scallops - Truffle Nage. Sherry Bacon Marmalade. Fried Shallot. Fresh Arugula Salad. Wild Blueberry Coulis

Brown Butter Toasted Brioche - Pesto Whipped Goat Cheese. Prosciutto di Parma. Fresh Georgia Peach. Fermented Honey

Cauliflower Medallion - Toasted Sunflower Seeds. Garlic & Herb Hummus. Root Vegetable Bouquet. Ramp Pesto. Sweet Thai Chili Glaze

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Char Encrusted Filet Mignon. Roasted Heirloom Marble Potato. Poached Asparagus. Sauce Foyot

Pan Roasted Chilean Sea Bass. Creamy Morel Risotto. Fresh Spring Peas. Prosciutto di Parma. Yuzu Butter. Sauce Vierge

Tuscan Stuffed Salmon. Ancient Grains. Sauteed Kale & Arugula. Roasted Whole Carrots. Tomato Beurre Blanc

Upper Prime Black Angus Beef Striploin. Roasted Garlic Potato Puree. Vidalia Onion Soubise. Smoked Portabella. Bone Marrow Reduction

Ginger Teriyaki Braised Beef Short Rib. KimChi Rice Cake. Crispy Brussels Sprouts. Plumb Sake Soy Reduction

Chicken Lemonato - Pan Roasted Chicken Breast. Meyer Lemon. Braised Heirloom Tomato. Sauteed Spinach. Truffle Potato Puree. Fresh Herbs

Braised Leg of Lamb - Stewed Garden Vegetables. Robuchon Potatoes. Red Wine Demi Glace

Herb Encrusted Lamb Rack - Spring Peas. Citrus Zest. Whipped Yogurt. Rich Lamb Jus. Creamy Orzo Salad

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Mango Sweet Creme. Vanilla Bean Pound Cake. Crushed Candied Walnuts. Caramelized Citrus Sugars

Peanut Butter Cup Torte. Moist Brownie Cake. Peanut Butter Ganache. Intense Dark Chocolate

Burnt Basque Cheesecake. Fresh Wildberry Coulis. Graham Cracker Crumble. Simple Caramel

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Chef Kiel's reviews

4.86

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30 services

Chef Kiel was excellent! He was friendly and professional throughout this entire experience. I found that menu planning was extremely easy because he answered his messages timely and gave great input. He also accommodated dietary restrictions by basically preparing two different dinners. I hope to use his services again in the near future. My group is still talking about what an incredible evening we had and how special my sister's birthday was by using a private chef.

Chef Kiel was a professional from start to finish. His talent in the kitchen is incredible. His personality is warm, friendly and genuine. We celebrated my husbands 40th birthday with close friends and having Kiel prepare and serve his delicious food creations was the perfect touch to the party! Thank you so much!

Chef Kiel was was amazing in every step of the way. From great communication during the planning stage to communicating the day of the event. Food was amazing, cooked perfectly. He took care of everything from prep, plating and clean up. This event was held at a property rental, so you never know what you really will have instore for what is needed to pull off a dinner like this but Chef Keil brought everything he needed. I would put this dinner at the top of my list in terms of presentation, execution and taste against top restaurants I have eaten at. Thank you again to Chef Keil for making that a perfect night.

We had the pleasure of hiring Chef Kiel for a week during our family vacation, and the entire experience was exceptional. From his professionalism to his culinary skills, Chef Kiel exceeded our expectations in every way. Chef Kiel crafted a variety of delicious meals that perfectly suited our group. Some of the highlights included his Pearl Sugar Belgian Waffles, Hot Honey Glazed Fried Chicken, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Eggs Benedict with Hollandaise, Fresh Cut Fruit & Berries for breakfast, which was a hit with everyone. For dinner, the Pan-Seared Crab Cakes with Fireball Aioli were outstanding, and his Slow Roasted Prime Rib with Truffle Whipped Potatoes were cooked to perfection. Each dish was beautifully presented, packed with flavor, and showcased his culinary creativity. Not only was the food incredible, but Chef Kiel’s service was also top-notch. He arrived punctually every day, fully equipped with everything he needed, and even made the meal prep an interactive and fun experience for those of us curious about his techniques. His attention to detail in both the food and the setup made each meal feel special, and he left everything spotless afterward, making the experience entirely stress-free. Chef Kiel brought both excellent food and a great vibe to our vacation. His warm personality and expertise in the kitchen left a lasting impression on our family. If you’re looking for a private chef to take your vacation or event to the next level, I highly recommend Chef Kiel—he made our week unforgettable.

Chef Kiel was incredible. His efforts made my wife’s birthday so special; I am grateful to him for all his hard work, and the tremendous results. We recommend him highly.

Everyone in our group agreed that this was a Top 5 meal of all time. And the service and overall experience was just top notch.

Chef Kiel Nickerson came through on a surprise dinner I arranged for my manager’s retirement. He professionally and patiently worked out the menu with me ahead of time and showed up on time to prep. Dinner included his great food, proper presentation and clean up. Thanks Chef for making the surprise a reality!