Chef Niomi Cazares

Private Chef In Manvel

I like to follow an all inclusive style of cooking, whether someone is looking for something elegant, light and healthy, vegetarian/vegan, exotic, or gluten free; the fun is in the variety and challenge for me. I have been cooking in the restaurant industry for over 25 year now, and have experienced many cuisines and worked with and learned from some amazing chefs here in Houston. As for who I am as a person, I love plants and animals, believe in being respectful and kind and try to follow a no waste lifestyle. (Here is looking at you carrot tops, they make a great chimichurri!)

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is an exhilarating voyage of flavors and emotions. It's a thrilling adventure where I can unleash my creativity :)

I learned to cook at...

I learned to cook at various restaurants over my 25 years in this industry.

A cooking secret...

My secret in the kitchen is staying calm, polite, and patient.

My menus

Love Languages

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Mesclun Salad - Baby Herbs and Mixed Greens, Dijon Vinaigrette

Soupe Au Pistou - Herbs, Potatoes, Veggies, White Beans

Vichyssoise

Sopa De Calabazza - Roasted In-Season Hard Skinned Squash, Aromatics and Warming Herbs

White Gazpacho - Green Grapes, English Cucumber, Almonds

Carrot Ginger Veloute

Classic Steakhouse Caesar

Italian Chop - Salami, Provolone, Chopped Greens, Chickpeas, Fresh Tomatoes, Pickled Vegetables, Classic Italian Dressing

Roasted Beet and Chèvre Salad, Arugula, Balsamic

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Coquille Saint-Jacques - Scallop, White Wine Cream Sauce, Gruyere Cheese

Socca - Served with Olives, Cheeses, and Cured Ham

Creamy burrata - Roasted pear wedges, candied walnuts, and a drizzle of truffle honey, served with charred ciabatta

Gruyere Gougeres

Heirloom Tomato Tart with Organic Basil

4 Seasons Crudo - Sushi Grade Seafood, Peak Season Pickled and Fresh Produce

Individual Ratatouille Stacks. towers of zucchini, eggplant, and tomato, finished with a drizzle of basil oil

Fried Zucchini with Parmesan and Marinara

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

French Chicken and Mushroom Pie served with Heirloom Tomato and Dressed Haricot Vert

Moules Frites - White Wine Broth, Garlic Aioli

Seafood Trio - Crab Stuffed Shrimp, Herb Crusted Salmon, Seared Scallop, Pomme Puree, Seafood Jus

Osso Bucco with Risotto Milanese

6-Hour Bolognese with Trumpet Shaped Cacio e Pepe Pasta

Seared Red Snapper with Spanish Mojo Verde Sauce - Cauliflower Puree, Roasted Wild Mushrooms

Barolo Braised Short Rib, Truffle Mash, Bacon Wrapped Smoked Asparagus

Duck Confit - Cherry Port Wine Sauce, Butternut Purée, Wilted Greens

Grilled lamb chops - Mint salsa verde and buttery fava beans

Lobster Pot Pie, All Butter Pastry

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Classic Creme Brulé

Apple Cherry Tarte Tatin - Organic Honey Crisp Apples, House-made Goat Cheese Ice Cream

Tiramisu

Strawberry Symphony Housemade Strawberry Ice Creamy - Organic Fresh Strawberries, Shortbread Crumble, Strawberry Meringue

Blueberry & Lemon Parfait - Lady Fingers, Lemon Curd, Garden Lavender

Apple Empanadas, Cinnamon Ice Cream

Assorted Miniature Desserts (Italian Themed)

Poached Pears in Red Wine with Spiced Syrup, Queso Fresco Cheese Ice Cream

Chocolate Pots de Creme

Asian Inspired Fusion

STARTER

All inclusive

Classic Miso Soup - White Miso, Wakame, Scallions, Silken Tofu

Crisp Garden Salad, Classic Ginger Vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Crispy Brisket Spring Rolls with House Recipe Sweet and Sour Dipping Sauce

Blistered Shishito Peppers, Lemon Oil, Goat Cheese, Herbs

Agedashi Tofu

Dynamite Baked Scallops

Fried Spicy Tuna Sushi Rice, Yum Yum Sauce, Avocado, Jalapeño

Seasonal Crudo

Mini Chicken Teriyaki Skewers

Leek Dumplings with Lamb Ragu

Ceviche Duo, Lobster and Scallop

Asian Meat Pies, House Chutneys

Bistro Chicken Lettuce Wraps using Local Hydroponic Lettuce

Crab Stuffed Avocado, Wasabi Mayo, Crispy Nori Shreds

Seaweed Salad

Japanese Pickles

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Chicken Teriyaki Skewers with Char Siu Pork Fried Rice and Heirloom Veggies

Glazed Rib-Eye with Wasabi Mashed Potatoes and Snow Peas and Carrots

Prawn and Organic Veggie Yakisoba with Crispy Spring Rolls

72-Hour Cured Miso Sea Bass or Cod, 9-Veggie Jasmine Fried Rice

Mongolian Lamb Kabobs, Jasmine Rice, Charred Scallion Ginger Sauce

Orange Chicken, Fried Rice, Garlic Broccoli, Crispy Spring Roll

Jumbo Scallops, Pea Purée, Edamame, White Truffle Oil

NY Strip with Pepper Steak Sauce, Mushroom and Sweet Peppers, Steamed Rice

Lobster Medallion “Tom Yum” over Rice Noodles

Double Cured Duck Breast, Plum Glaze, Forbidden Fried Rice, Braised Bok Choi

DESSERT

All inclusive

Japanese Style Cheesecake with Plum Compote

Purple People Eater - Ube Leche Flan Cake

Chrysanthemum Crème Brule, Mini Meyer Lemon and Black Sesame Tart, Matcha Valrhona Teddy Bear

Chrysanthemum Crème Brûlée

Apple Sakura Pie, Vanilla-Miso Ice Cream

Yuzu and Black Sesame Tart

Fried Banana Spring Roll and Vanilla Ice Cream

Pandan-Coconut Panna Cotta with Vietnamese Coffee Drizzle

Family Style Italian Buffet

STARTER

All inclusive

Seasonal Minestrone Soup

House Italian Garden Salad

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Roasted Vegetable Platter with Balsamic Glaze and Herbs

Antipasto Meats and Cheeses

Caprese Skewers

Assorted Finger Sandwiches

Eggplant Caponata

Italian Sausage and Peppers

Stuffed Mushrooms

Italian Style Frittata Squares

Blistered Shishito Peppers, Lemon Oil, Goat Cheese, Herbs

Garden Crudités with Romesco and Green Goddess Dips

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Grilled or Scallopini Style Chicken

Meatballs in Pomodoro

Penne Pasta with Alfredo Sauce and Marinara Sauce on the Side

Bread to Accompany the Meal

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Tiramisu

Italian Crème Cake

Ricotta Cheesecake with Fruit Compote

Bella Serata, Chefs Table 9-Course Tasting

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Tomato Water Gazpacho - Maritage Of Summer Tomato Varietals and Melon, Clear Broth, Persian Cucumber Garnish

Stracciatella Soup - Egg Threads, Tender Chicken Meat, Parmesan and Pastina

Tiny Salad - 3 Preparations Of Farmers Market Produce, Featuring Fresh, Roasted Or Pickled Vegetables, Seasonal Vinaigrette

Shaved Fennel and Texas Citrus Salad with Garden Herbs and Valencia Vinaigrette

Creamy Artichoke Soup, Lemon Oil, Savory Tuile

Mini Greek Salad

FIRST COURSE

Choose 3 dishes

4 Seasons Crudo - Sushi Grade Seafood, Peak Season Pickled and Fresh Produce, Organic Ancient Grains and Seeds

Lost Atlantis Mini Poke Stack - Sushi Grade Salmon, Jade Pearl Rice, Seaweed Salad, Yum Yum Sauce and Sriacha

Crab Stuffed Tiger Prawn - Jumbo Lump Crab, Rich Pomodoro, Aged Balsamic Glaze and Hand Harvested Basil

Black Truffle Arancini - Parmesan Risotto, Infused Fresh Mozzarella Stuffing, Black Truffle Cream Sauce, Gold Flake

Polpette - Meatballs Featuring, Veal, Beef, and Pork, Rich Pomodoro Sauce, Aged Parmesan and Garden Basil

Cacio E Peppe - Handmade Fettuccine, Cracked Pepper Butter Sauce, Fresh Grated Parmesan

The Green Man - Wild Greens and Feta Mini Pies

Chorizo Stuffed Baby Bella Mushrooms with Manchego and Panela Cheese

Chicken Cordon Bleu Bites

Stuffed Cabbage Roll with Tomato or Mushroom Sauce

Seasonal agnolotti

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Seared Chilean Sea Bass - Braised Baby Bok Choi, Lemongrass Ginger Nage, Local Microgreens

Poached Cold Water Lobster Tail - Pea Pond with Herb Oil, Farmers Market Produce, Local Microgreens and Edible Flowers

Cozze En Bianco - Fresh Mussels In a Flavorful White Wine Sauce, Crusty Bread

Salt Crusted Snapper - Every Guest Must Order This Dish If Chosen, Flamed and Served Table Side, Market Vegetables and Red Wine Redux

Petite Filet - Fondant Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Truffle Jus

Veal Saltimbocca - Prosciutto and Creamy White Wine Sauce, Roasted Potatoes, Seasonal Veggies Medley

Chicken Francese - Crispy Organic Chicken Cutlets, Lemon Sauce, Orzo and Seasonal Veggie Medley

Lamb Chops, Persian Cherry-Dill Rice, Smoked Eggplant Puree

DESSERT

All inclusive

Pre dessert sorbet

Chef’s choice curated dessert

Complimentary Still or Sparkling Water Service for the Meal

All Inclusive Kaiseki Style Chefs Table (Tasting Portions)

STARTER

All inclusive

Sakezuke - Curated Amuse Bouche

Hassun - 1 Type of Chefs Choice Sushi with Accoutrements

Mukozuke - Seasonal Sashimi

Takiawase - Simmered Vegetables and Local Tofu

Futamono - Japanese Curry with Beef

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Yakimono - Flame Grilled Fish

Suimono - Mushroom Dashi

Su-zakana - Pickled Cucumber with Yuzu

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Shiizaka - Kakuni Style Smoked Pork Belly

Takikomi Gohan - Seasoned Rice with Vegetables and Meat

Konomono - Seasonal Pickled Vegetables

DESSERT

All inclusive

Pre dessert sorbet

Mizumono- Chefs Choice Seasonal Desserts

Classic Seafood and Steakhouse Dinner

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Aged Cheddar and Broccoli Cheese Soup

Wedge Salad with Smoked Blue Cheese and Cherrywood Bacon

Classic Caesar or Garden Salad

Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons

Farmers Market Salad with Goat Cheese, Farm to table Produce and Greens, City Orchard Cider Vinaigrette

French Onion Soup, Aged Cheeses, Black Truffle Essence

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Mixed Tapas - Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Dates, Chimichurri Chicken Skewers, Mushroom & Manchego Crostini

Jumbo Lump Crab and Avocado Tower - Micro Greens, Heirloom Tomatoes, Emerald Oil

Bay Scallops & Clams - Clam Chowder Velouté, Smoked Bacon

Black Truffle Arancini - Parmesan Risotto, Infused Fresh Mozzarella Stuffing, Black Truffle Cream Sauce, Gold Flake

Charcuterie with accoutrements

Chicken Cordon Bleu Bites

Shrimp Cocktail with Seared Lemon

Individual Ratatouille Stacks. towers of zucchini, eggplant, and tomato, finished with a drizzle of basil oil

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Smoked Double Cut Pork Chop - 4 Cheese Mac, and Garlic Broccoli

Chicken Marsala with Grilled Potatoes and Veggies or Pasta Alfredo

Classic Filet, Creamed Spinach, Fondant Potatoes

Sous Vide Rib Eye Medallion with Lobster Macaroni and Cheese and Broccoli

Seared Scallops with Sweet Corn Purée and Vegetables

Market Fish Pontchartrain, Corn Maque Choux, Braised Greens

New York Strip Diane with Duchess Potatoes and Green Beans

Chicken Francese - Crispy Chicken Cutlets, Lemon Sauce, Orzo and Seasonal Veggie Medley

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Cookies and Cream Parfait with Tart Cherry and Garden Mint

New York Style Cheesecake with Organic Cherry Compote

Fresh Key Lime Pie

Classic Creme Brulé

Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel and House Vanilla Ice Cream

Strawberry Crumb Cake with House Vanilla Ice Cream

Love Languages

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Mesclun Salad - Baby Herbs and Mixed Greens, Dijon Vinaigrette

Soupe Au Pistou - Herbs, Potatoes, Veggies, White Beans

Vichyssoise

Sopa De Calabazza - Roasted In-Season Hard Skinned Squash, Aromatics and Warming Herbs

White Gazpacho - Green Grapes, English Cucumber, Almonds

Carrot Ginger Veloute

Classic Steakhouse Caesar

Italian Chop - Salami, Provolone, Chopped Greens, Chickpeas, Fresh Tomatoes, Pickled Vegetables, Classic Italian Dressing

Roasted Beet and Chèvre Salad, Arugula, Balsamic

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Coquille Saint-Jacques - Scallop, White Wine Cream Sauce, Gruyere Cheese

Socca - Served with Olives, Cheeses, and Cured Ham

Creamy burrata - Roasted pear wedges, candied walnuts, and a drizzle of truffle honey, served with charred ciabatta

Gruyere Gougeres

Heirloom Tomato Tart with Organic Basil

4 Seasons Crudo - Sushi Grade Seafood, Peak Season Pickled and Fresh Produce

Individual Ratatouille Stacks. towers of zucchini, eggplant, and tomato, finished with a drizzle of basil oil

Fried Zucchini with Parmesan and Marinara

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

French Chicken and Mushroom Pie served with Heirloom Tomato and Dressed Haricot Vert

Moules Frites - White Wine Broth, Garlic Aioli

Seafood Trio - Crab Stuffed Shrimp, Herb Crusted Salmon, Seared Scallop, Pomme Puree, Seafood Jus

Osso Bucco with Risotto Milanese

6-Hour Bolognese with Trumpet Shaped Cacio e Pepe Pasta

Seared Red Snapper with Spanish Mojo Verde Sauce - Cauliflower Puree, Roasted Wild Mushrooms

Barolo Braised Short Rib, Truffle Mash, Bacon Wrapped Smoked Asparagus

Duck Confit - Cherry Port Wine Sauce, Butternut Purée, Wilted Greens

Grilled lamb chops - Mint salsa verde and buttery fava beans

Lobster Pot Pie, All Butter Pastry

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Classic Creme Brulé

Apple Cherry Tarte Tatin - Organic Honey Crisp Apples, House-made Goat Cheese Ice Cream

Tiramisu

Strawberry Symphony Housemade Strawberry Ice Creamy - Organic Fresh Strawberries, Shortbread Crumble, Strawberry Meringue

Blueberry & Lemon Parfait - Lady Fingers, Lemon Curd, Garden Lavender

Apple Empanadas, Cinnamon Ice Cream

Assorted Miniature Desserts (Italian Themed)

Poached Pears in Red Wine with Spiced Syrup, Queso Fresco Cheese Ice Cream

Chocolate Pots de Creme

Asian Inspired Fusion

STARTER

All inclusive

Classic Miso Soup - White Miso, Wakame, Scallions, Silken Tofu

Crisp Garden Salad, Classic Ginger Vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Crispy Brisket Spring Rolls with House Recipe Sweet and Sour Dipping Sauce

Blistered Shishito Peppers, Lemon Oil, Goat Cheese, Herbs

Agedashi Tofu

Dynamite Baked Scallops

Fried Spicy Tuna Sushi Rice, Yum Yum Sauce, Avocado, Jalapeño

Seasonal Crudo

Mini Chicken Teriyaki Skewers

Leek Dumplings with Lamb Ragu

Ceviche Duo, Lobster and Scallop

Asian Meat Pies, House Chutneys

Bistro Chicken Lettuce Wraps using Local Hydroponic Lettuce

Crab Stuffed Avocado, Wasabi Mayo, Crispy Nori Shreds

Seaweed Salad

Japanese Pickles

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Chicken Teriyaki Skewers with Char Siu Pork Fried Rice and Heirloom Veggies

Glazed Rib-Eye with Wasabi Mashed Potatoes and Snow Peas and Carrots

Prawn and Organic Veggie Yakisoba with Crispy Spring Rolls

72-Hour Cured Miso Sea Bass or Cod, 9-Veggie Jasmine Fried Rice

Mongolian Lamb Kabobs, Jasmine Rice, Charred Scallion Ginger Sauce

Orange Chicken, Fried Rice, Garlic Broccoli, Crispy Spring Roll

Jumbo Scallops, Pea Purée, Edamame, White Truffle Oil

NY Strip with Pepper Steak Sauce, Mushroom and Sweet Peppers, Steamed Rice

Lobster Medallion “Tom Yum” over Rice Noodles

Double Cured Duck Breast, Plum Glaze, Forbidden Fried Rice, Braised Bok Choi

DESSERT

All inclusive

Japanese Style Cheesecake with Plum Compote

Purple People Eater - Ube Leche Flan Cake

Chrysanthemum Crème Brule, Mini Meyer Lemon and Black Sesame Tart, Matcha Valrhona Teddy Bear

Chrysanthemum Crème Brûlée

Apple Sakura Pie, Vanilla-Miso Ice Cream

Yuzu and Black Sesame Tart

Fried Banana Spring Roll and Vanilla Ice Cream

Pandan-Coconut Panna Cotta with Vietnamese Coffee Drizzle

Family Style Italian Buffet

STARTER

All inclusive

Seasonal Minestrone Soup

House Italian Garden Salad

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Roasted Vegetable Platter with Balsamic Glaze and Herbs

Antipasto Meats and Cheeses

Caprese Skewers

Assorted Finger Sandwiches

Eggplant Caponata

Italian Sausage and Peppers

Stuffed Mushrooms

Italian Style Frittata Squares

Blistered Shishito Peppers, Lemon Oil, Goat Cheese, Herbs

Garden Crudités with Romesco and Green Goddess Dips

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Grilled or Scallopini Style Chicken

Meatballs in Pomodoro

Penne Pasta with Alfredo Sauce and Marinara Sauce on the Side

Bread to Accompany the Meal

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Tiramisu

Italian Crème Cake

Ricotta Cheesecake with Fruit Compote

Bella Serata, Chefs Table 9-Course Tasting

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Tomato Water Gazpacho - Maritage Of Summer Tomato Varietals and Melon, Clear Broth, Persian Cucumber Garnish

Stracciatella Soup - Egg Threads, Tender Chicken Meat, Parmesan and Pastina

Tiny Salad - 3 Preparations Of Farmers Market Produce, Featuring Fresh, Roasted Or Pickled Vegetables, Seasonal Vinaigrette

Shaved Fennel and Texas Citrus Salad with Garden Herbs and Valencia Vinaigrette

Creamy Artichoke Soup, Lemon Oil, Savory Tuile

Mini Greek Salad

FIRST COURSE

Choose 3 dishes

4 Seasons Crudo - Sushi Grade Seafood, Peak Season Pickled and Fresh Produce, Organic Ancient Grains and Seeds

Lost Atlantis Mini Poke Stack - Sushi Grade Salmon, Jade Pearl Rice, Seaweed Salad, Yum Yum Sauce and Sriacha

Crab Stuffed Tiger Prawn - Jumbo Lump Crab, Rich Pomodoro, Aged Balsamic Glaze and Hand Harvested Basil

Black Truffle Arancini - Parmesan Risotto, Infused Fresh Mozzarella Stuffing, Black Truffle Cream Sauce, Gold Flake

Polpette - Meatballs Featuring, Veal, Beef, and Pork, Rich Pomodoro Sauce, Aged Parmesan and Garden Basil

Cacio E Peppe - Handmade Fettuccine, Cracked Pepper Butter Sauce, Fresh Grated Parmesan

The Green Man - Wild Greens and Feta Mini Pies

Chorizo Stuffed Baby Bella Mushrooms with Manchego and Panela Cheese

Chicken Cordon Bleu Bites

Stuffed Cabbage Roll with Tomato or Mushroom Sauce

Seasonal agnolotti

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Seared Chilean Sea Bass - Braised Baby Bok Choi, Lemongrass Ginger Nage, Local Microgreens

Poached Cold Water Lobster Tail - Pea Pond with Herb Oil, Farmers Market Produce, Local Microgreens and Edible Flowers

Cozze En Bianco - Fresh Mussels In a Flavorful White Wine Sauce, Crusty Bread

Salt Crusted Snapper - Every Guest Must Order This Dish If Chosen, Flamed and Served Table Side, Market Vegetables and Red Wine Redux

Petite Filet - Fondant Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Truffle Jus

Veal Saltimbocca - Prosciutto and Creamy White Wine Sauce, Roasted Potatoes, Seasonal Veggies Medley

Chicken Francese - Crispy Organic Chicken Cutlets, Lemon Sauce, Orzo and Seasonal Veggie Medley

Lamb Chops, Persian Cherry-Dill Rice, Smoked Eggplant Puree

DESSERT

All inclusive

Pre dessert sorbet

Chef’s choice curated dessert

Complimentary Still or Sparkling Water Service for the Meal

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Chef Niomi's reviews

4.81

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30 services

Chef Niomi was amazing! The dishes were exactly what was requested and she went above and beyond. The presentation was excellent and her attention to detail and use of homemade ingredients was outstanding. She has a shining personality and was relatable and very comfortable. Which was our vibe. We thoroughly enjoyed our brunch and can’t wait to book again. My birthday was perfect because of her.

Niomi and her team were amazing! We had a celebration of Five for my husband’s 40th birthday and the food was amazing. Niomi Adjusted the menu to be exactly what my husband loves. It was a wonderful celebration and her food was incredible! 5 star meal!

Provided a fun presentation of the food. The food was absolutely delicious. Really great overall experience.

Naomi was outstanding! Her place setting was lovely. Her assistants were polite and helpful! Best of all her food was top rate. Crab cakes, clams, fish enter exquisite! My guests were impressed and happy. Great job!!

This was an amazing experience. I would recommend Chef to anyone. We will certainly use her again.

This experience was phenomenal! We loved having her in our home. She made it so special and sweet, and we can’t recommend her enough

Everything was excellent, staff, presentation and food, highly recommended.

Niomi and Josh were amazing!! The experience from start to finish was great. Worth every penny!