Private Chef Rebecca Brestle

I am a professional chef that has 30 years of experience in hospitality, 2 years with my own company, and a lifetime of loving food and cooking for family & friends. I have been blessed over the years with guidance with numerous Chefs and business mentors. I love cooking for others, and my love is the main ingredient in my dishes. I cook clean, organic, and source locally for products.

For me, cooking is...

Cooking is my passion. My love and excitement is transferred to my dishes.

I learned to cook at...

Initially my passion came from my Italian Nonna. I have been blessed to expand my skills with numerous Chefs over the years.

A cooking secret...

Treating every meal and event I cook for as if it is for my family.

My menus

Mediterranean Experience

STARTER

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Mezze Board: marinated olives, 2 homemade hummus, feta-spinach dip, local vegetables, pita bread, marinated tomato, marinated artichokes: served family style

Spanakopita: Savory Greek Pie made with phyllo dough, spinach and feta cheese

Tabouli: Made of finely chopped vegetables, lots of fresh parsley and bulgur wheat, then tossed with lime juice, cucumber and extra virgin olive oil

Falafel: Hearty and healthy vegan patties made of ground chickpeas, garlic, and fresh herbs

FIRST COURSE

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Avgolemono Soup: Silky, rich, fragrant chicken lemon soup, prepared Greek-style

Watermelon Salad: Super light Mediterranean watermelon salad with cucumbers, creamy feta, loads of fresh herbs, and a zesty honey-lime dressing!

Greek Salad: Exactly as served on the Greek islands and villages with ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, onions, and creamy feta cheese

Mediterranean Salad: Three simple ingredients--cucumbers, tomatoes, and parsley--dressed with a little bit of sumac, citrus and extra virgin olive oil

Moroccan Vegetable Tagine: A simple homemade vegetable stew loaded with warm Moroccan flavors. Vegan and gluten free!

MAIN COURSE

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Italian Baked Chicken or Pork: prepared with a simple spice mixture, garlic and extra virgin olive oil, and finished with fresh parsley and basil

Shrimp Pasta: Prepared Mediterranean-style and tossed in a light sauce with garlic, onions, white wine, and lemon juice

Baked Local Fish: Local Fish and veggies, tossed in a bright Mediterranean sauce with lots of citrus, olive oil, fresh garlic and spices

DESSERT

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Dark Chocolate Tart

Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake with Fresh Whip Cream

Birthday Cake

Baklava: combines layers of honey-soaked crisp phyllo pastry and a cinnamon-scented nut mixture with pistachios, walnuts, and hazelnut

Special Occasion

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Ahi Tuna and Citrus with Blood Orange Reduction

Seared Scallops in a Browned Butter Rosemary Sauce

Spinach & Crab Filled Mushrooms with a Roasted Red Pepper Aioli and Lemon Reduction (can be made vegetarian)

Beef Medallions Topped with a Blue Cheese Fondue and Balsamic Reduction

FIRST COURSE

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Mixed Greens with Roasted Beets and Pistachio Crusted Goat Cheese

Florida Peach Salad ~ Fresh, Florida Peaches, Field Greens, Pistachios, Prosciutto, Macerated Peaches, Peach Vinaigrette

Fennel, Grapefruit, and Arugula Salad

Crab and Shrimp Bisque

Zucchini, Tomato, & Buffalo Mozzarella Tower with Pesto

Parsnip & Potato Soup

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Fresh Pasta topped with Italian Infused Chicken in a Gorgonzola Cream

Beef Wellington with Roasted Potato & Seasonal Vegetables

Herb Crusted Prime Rib served with Au Jus and Horseradish served with Dill Smashed Potato & Seasonal Vegetables

Pork Loin in Cherry Balsamic Reduction served with Risotto & Seasonal Vegetables

Creamy Shrimp Risotto with Mascarpone with Roasted Cherry Tomato & Asparagus

Roasted Local Fish with Cannellini Beans & Green Olives over Polenta Cakes

Pomegranate Glazed Chicken with Buttery Pine Nuts served over Homemade Angel Hair Pasta & Broccolini

Hanger Steak with Charred Scallion Sauce

Surf and Turf This can be served the traditional way with filet and lobster. We can also customize it just for your event with crab, shrimp, chicken etc

DESSERT

All inclusive

Chocolate Souffle

Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake with Fresh Whip Cream

Cannoli Chocolate Cake

Crème Brule

Key Lime Pie with Raspberry Reduction

Dark Chocolate Tart with Mixed Berries & Fresh Amaretto Cream

Mexican Fiesta

STARTER

All inclusive

Roasted Poblanos Filled with Meat & Cheese (choose pork or beef)

Nacho Bar with Queso, Salsa, Shredded Lettuce, Chopped Tomato, Jalapenos, Sour Cream, Choice of Shredded Chicken or Beef

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Mexican Street Corn

Black Beans or Refried Bean with Rice

MAIN COURSE

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Street Tacos (3) Chicken, Beef, and Fish This can be served as a full-service meal, family meal or build your own buffet. Corn Tortillas filled with slow roasted chicken, beef, and blackened fish. Topped with shredded cabbage, Cotija cheese, fresh cila

Barbacoa Chicken, Beef, or Pork Slow Roasted Meat in a slightly spicy sauce with hints of chipotle peppers, cumin, garlic, cinnamon, lime, and Mexican oregano. Served with flour & corn tortillas, cabbage slaw, Pico de Gallo, fresh guacamole

Slow Roasted Chicken or Pork in a Homemade Mole Suace

DESSERT

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Sopapilla Cheesecake

Flan

Tres Leches Cake