Custom Menus for Meal Prep,
Private Dining & Events
At My Take Home Chef, every menu is fully customized — whether it’s for weekly meal prep, an intimate private dinner, or a special event in your home. The sample menus below are here to inspire you, showcasing the creativity, flavour, and range our chefs bring to clients across
Calgary, Edmonton, and surrounding areas.
Each dish is tailored to your preferences, dietary needs, and lifestyle. Whether you want nourishing weekday meals or a polished multi-course celebration, our chefs design menus that are personal, thoughtful, and unforgettable.
Explore these client favourites and imagine what we can create for your kitchen.
Sample Meal Prep Menus
Our personal chefs each bring their own style and creativity to weekly meal prep. The menus below offer a glimpse into the fresh, flavourful, and personalized meals we prepare for clients in Calgary and Edmonton.
Every menu is tailored to your tastes, dietary needs, and lifestyle.
Mango & Coconut Overnight Oats
Creamy oats and chia seeds soaked with coconut milk, topped with mango compote.
English Muffin Breakfast Sandwiches
Toasted English muffins filled with egg, bacon, and cheddar cheese.
Braised Short Ribs with Cassava Root & Collard Greens
Braised beef short ribs with tender cassava and sautéed collard greens.
Pollo Guisado with Quinoa Pilaf & Green Beans
Latin-style stewed chicken with vegetables, served alongside quinoa pilaf and
steamed green beans.
Greek Chicken with Yellow Rice & Warm Zucchini–Tomato Salad
Marinated chicken roasted with lemon and herbs, served with yellow rice and a warm
salad of roasted vegetables, and feta cheese.
Honey Garlic Salmon with Roasted Squash & Kale
Baked salmon in a honey-garlic glaze served with roasted squash and roasted kale.
Ground Beef & Gnocchi Soup
Comforting, hearty soup with ground beef, potato gnocchi, and vegetables.
Chia Pudding
cocoa powder, dark chocolate, blueberries, chia seeds, cinnamon, almond milk, maple
syrup, vanilla extract
Strawberry & Banana Overnight Oats
Strawberries, banana, cocoa nibs, vanilla extract, chia seeds, quick oats, almond milk,
hemp seeds
Chimichurri Steak Bowl
Garlic and herb marinated flank steak, basmati rice, roasted sweet potato and zucchini,
cherry tomatoes, scallions, and chimichurri sauce
Mexican Style Chili
Lean ground turkey, black beans, carrots, bell peppers, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste,
spices, chicken broth, side basmati rice
Low Carb Turkey Gyro Bowl
Lean ground turkey, mini cucumbers, marinated cherry tomatoes, roasted baby peppers,
cauliflower rice, side tzatziki sauce
Steak Tacos
Mango salsa, salsa Verde, chipotle aioli, small tortillas, cilantro
Chicken Sate Vermicelli
Chicken thighs, vermicelli noodles, garlic, carrots, snap peas, bell peppers, Thai basil, fresh mint, peanut sauce
Breakfast Wrap
Extra lean ground beef, caramelize onions, bacon, cheese
High Protein Egg Frittata
Cottage cheese, whole eggs, egg whites, spinach, mix shredded cheese
Mexican Style Chili
lean ground turkey, black beans, carrots, bell peppers, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste,
spices, chicken broth, side sour cream
Mac & Cheese
Panko, mix shredded cheese, parmesan, noodles, soubise sauce
Honey Mustard Chicken
Prosciutto wrapped asparagus, oven roasted sweet potatoes
Beef Lasagna
Extra lean ground beef, Ricotta cheese, spinach, crushed tomatoes, spices, mix shredded
cheese
Beef Enchiladas
Extra lean ground beef, corn, black beans, red onions, mix shredded cheese, small tortillas,
chipotle tomato sauce, side avocados
Lemon Strawberry Swirl Yogurt Bowl
Vanilla Greek yogurt, lemon Greek yogurt, strawberry compote, and oats.
Pancetta, Roasted Pepper and Gruyere Frittata Peppered pancetta, roasted red peppers, green onions in a whole egg custard topped with gruyere and baked.
Miso Sesame Tuna Rice Noodle Bowls
Miso Marinated and sesame crusted tuna, roasted broccoli, julienne carrots and bell peppers, rice noodles, cilantro, and a miso vinaigrette.
Pomegranate, Bacon, and Rice Salad
Roasted Squash, pomegranate, wild rice blend, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, greens and a creamy poppyseed dressing.
Hunter’s Stew with Beef Tenderloin
Seared beef tenderloin finished with Maderia, combined with an earthy mixture of wild rice, carrots, rutabaga, mushrooms, potatoes, onions, garlic, and herbs.
Roasted 16 Spice Pork Tenderloin Pork tenderloin marinated in 16 spices and pan roasted, smashed baby potatoes, roasted squash, green beans and an apple compote.
Grandma’s Date filled Cookies
Fresh Cut Fruit
Kiwi, cantaloupe, blue berry, grapes
Roasted Squash & Kale Salad w/ Chicken
Red onion, chicken breast, sunflower seed, red pepper, boursin cheese
(Kid friendly)
Cream of Tomato Soup
Onion, garlic, tomato, gf chicken broth, touch of cream, gf croutons
Prawn Fajitas
Pico de gallo, guacamole, sautéed peppers and onions, yogurt crema, flour & gf tortillas
Vietnamese Noodle Bowl
Gf Vermicelli, lemongrass ginger chicken, julienne carrot, snap pea, jalapeño, cilantro, basil, peanut, sweet fish sauce
Spaghetti Mushroom Bolognese
Tomato mushrooms meat sauce, gf pasta, asparagus
Herb Marinated Pork Tenderloin
Fresh mixed herbs, corn on the cob, brussel sprouts, roasted baby potato, house tzatziki
Fire Island Chicken Wraps
Roasted sweet potato, kale, roast red pepper, goat cheese, mild buffalo chicken, spinach tortilla
High Protein Salad
Chicken, chickpea, edamame, kale, honey mustard vinaigrette
Chicken Noodle Soup
Noodles, carrot, celery, onion, garlic, herbs, chicken broth
Roasted Pork Stir-Fry
Vermicelli noodle, house teriyaki sauce, carrot, snap pea
Prawn Thai Curry
Onion, ginger, garlic, thai curry, coconut milk, bell pepper, zucchini, lime, cilantro
Roasted Chicken Cacciatore
Mushroom herb onion ragu, spaghetti squash, green beans
Meat Lasagna
Ground Beef sirloin, fresh noodles, basil cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, house smooth tomato sauce
Strawberry Parfait
Greek yogurt, fresh strawberries, strawberry compote, and granola.
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins
Gluten free muffins with puréed pumpkin, whipped cream cheese, vanilla, and pumpkin spice.
Chopped Thai Salad
Mango, broccoli, peppers, carrots, cabbage, roasted peanuts, cilantro, and lime.
Chicken Salad Rolls
Shredded chicken thighs, shredded carrots, ginger, sesame, scallions, and edamame, with leaf
lettuce wraps, and Thai peanut sauce.
Chimichurri Steak
Garlic and herb marinated flank steak, quinoa, roasted potatoes, blistered tomatoes and zucchini,
with chimichurri sauce.
Burrito Bowl
Ground spiced turkey, tomato, cucumber, corn, black beans, red onion, cheddar cheese, Spanish
rice, and creamy avocado dressing.
Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf
Lean ground beef loaf wrapped in smoked bacon and baked, with mashed potatoes, and roasted
carrots.
Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins (Freezer-friendly)
Soft, moist muffins made with ripe bananas, whole wheat flour and chocolate chips.
Peanut Butter, Oats & Chocolate Chip Energy Balls (Our old recipe)
Rolled oats, peanut butter, chocolate chips, a touch of honey, and a pinch of sea salt.
Puff Pastry Pizza Pockets (Freezer-friendly)
Flaky pastry filled with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni.
English Muffin Breakfast Sandwiches (Freezer-friendly)
Egg, melted cheddar, and breakfast sausage on toasted English muffins.
Mediterranean Chicken & Orzo Bake ( Freezer-Friendly)
Chicken breast pieces baked with orzo, cherry tomatoes, spinach, lemon, herbs, and
olives.
Greek Beef & Rice Bowl
(Rice & Meat can be frozen)
Beef strips seasoned with oregano and garlic, served with rice, cucumbers, tomatoes,
and tzatziki on the side.
Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Pasta (Freezer-Friendly)
Chicken breast, tender broccoli, and pasta tossed in a light parmesan cream sauce.
Cranberry, Orange and White Chocolate Blondies
Spanakopita Frittata
Spinach, onions, feta, dill in creamy egg base
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Chicken, Ham, Swiss Cheese Sauce, broccoli with Almond Crust
Mulligatawny Chicken Soup
Chicken. curry, apple and vegetable soup
Beef Bourguignon
Braised beef stew in a mushroom wine sauce
Keto Beef Chili
Beanless chili, loaded with veggies topped with Cheese, sour cream and sliced avocado
Pork Chops in Garlic Cream Sauce
Seared Pork Chops, Garlic Cream Sauce, Mashed Potatoes and lemon green beans
Sample Private Dining and Event Menus
Our chefs design fully customized menus for every occasion—from intimate dinners to elegant in-home celebrations. The examples below highlight the diverse styles, seasonal flavours, and creative dishes crafted for past private dining experiences and special events.
Your menu will always be tailored specifically to your tastes, preferences, and dietary needs.
Christmas Menu 2025
Cape Cod Chop Salad
Fresh apples, walnuts, bacon, cranberries, blue cheese, arugula and a maple Dijon dressing.
Green Beans or Broccoli Gremolata
Green beans or broccoli prepped and ready to cook with a gremolata sauce.
Creamed Corn Gratin
Corn in a cheesy cream sauce with a bacon and crispy onion topping
Stuffing
A more traditional stuffing of croutons combined with onions, celery, cranberries, fresh herbs and spices, chicken stock, butter and then rolled in parchment and tinfoil for easy cooking.
Baked Mashed Potatoes
Russet potatoes combined with cream cheese, sour cream and roasted garlic.
Sage and Rosemary Roast Turkey
A fresh turkey deboned and ready to cook.
Sage and rosemary brined turkey breasts, herb rolled turkey thighs.
Traditional turkey gravy
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Traditional sticky toffee pudding full of dates, baked on a toffee sauce with even more toffee sauce poured on top.
4 Course Menu
Canadian Inspired
Grizzley Gouda
An award-winning Alberta cheese paired with Bitter Greens, Crisp Focaccia
Pine Nut Vinaigrette.
Seared Scallops
Pan Seared Scallops, Green Pea Risotto, Parmesan Crisp, Chive Oil.
Confit Duck Leg Press
Chilled Duck Leg Confit Tossed with Herbs and Cold Pressed
Orange, Carrot Salad
Saskatoon Berry Drizzle
Beef Striploin
Whole Oven Roasted Beef Striploin, Parsnip and Potato Puree
Black Pepper Bourbon Jus, Sauteed Greens.
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Vegan Wedding
Vegan Cheese and Fruit Platter
A selection of vegan cheeses, fresh fruit and berries, nuts, preserves, and crackers
Italian Bread Platter
A selection of sliced breads and buns, bruschetta, vegan butter, hummus, olive oil and balsamic.
Salads
Ceviche de Palmitas
A vegan option of heart of palm tossed with lemon, cherry tomatoes, avocado, cucumbers, jalapenos, cilantro, and sesame.
Rice Noodle Bowl
Marinated tofu, eggplant, purple cabbage, carrots, microgreens, corn, edamame, chickpeas with a peanut sauce, fresh herbs, avocado, hot sauce, and lime
Red Fruit Salad
Watermelon, strawberries, blood oranges, pomegranate, rosemary maple drizzle on Arugula and spinach
Dill Pickle Potato Salad
New potatoes, red onions, chives, dill pickles, sunflower shoots, vegan boursin, olive oil, lemon and fresh herbs.
Mains
Roasted Vegetable, Hazelnut and Herb Strudel
Root vegetables roasted with maple syrup, fresh herbs and hazelnuts and finished with vegan boursin and kale, wrapped in phyllo pastry and baked
Lobzter Pasta Alla Vodka
Egg free pasta tossed with assorted mushroom, lobster mushrooms, asparagus, tossed in a rose sauce of cashew cream, white wine, nutritional yeast, vodka, and tomato paste, finished with fresh basil.
Reception Style
for 50ppl
Seared Sesame Beef: Seared and cubed steak with a toasted sesame sauce.
Spiced Bison Lollipops: Ground bison combined with cinnamon, cumin, chili, sourdough crumbs, shallots, and garlic, maple glazed and baked on a cinnamon stick, with a spiced wild blueberry compote.
Achiote Chicken Skewers: Chicken breasts marinated in a local Achiote spice blend
Charcuterie Cups: Grab and go charcuterie cups with cured meats, brie, pickled asparagus or beans, cherry tomatoes, bocconcini, Italian breadstick and olives.
Scallop Ceviche:
Scallops cured in lime juice and served with a mango and red pepper salsa, red onions, and cilantro with corn tortilla chips on the side.
Chili Prawns:
Argentinian Prawns sauteed in chili, garlic, cumin and served with a chimichurri sauce and sourdough bread.
Pineapple Haloumi Brulé Bites:
Brulé Pineapple with seared Haloumi, mini naan, tomato chutney
5 Course Menu
Balanced
Beet Carpaccio
Roasted Alberta Beets, Pears, Whipped Feta, Arugula, Walnut Crumble
Raspberry Vinaigrette.
Lamb Gnocchi
Homemade Potato Gnocchi, Slow Braised Alberta Lamb Shank
Oven Dried Tomatoes, Baby Spinach
Brown Butter Jus
Scallop Ceviche
Fresh Scallops Marinated in Lime and Chili, Crisp Green Apple
Pickled Shallot and Watercress.
Beef Tenderloin
Pan Roasted Beef Tenderloin, Mushroom sauce, Sherry Potato Dauphinoise, Rosemary Roasted Carrots.
Lemon Blueberry Curd
Fresh lemon curd, Citrus Filo, Fresh Berries, and Cinnamon Cream
65th Birthday Party
Charcuterie & Cheese Board
A selection of cured meats and fine cheeses. Preserves, pickled vegetables, and dried fruits.
Oysters On The Half Shell
East coast oysters, with a mint raspberry mignonette, fresh shaved horseradish, and lemon.
Caesar Salad
Crispy pancetta, sourdough croutons, anchovy, grana padano, and a creamy lemon caper dressing.
Scallop Ceviche
Lime steeped bay scallops, jalapeno, avocado, pomegranate, bell pepper, red onion and cilantro.
Bison Tenderloin
Pan seared bison, fondant potato, brown butter asparagus, morel and oyster mushrooms, with a red wine reduction
4 Course Menu with Appetizers
Mini Scallop Burgers: Seared scallops on a Hawaiian bun with radicchio slaw
Watermelon and Feta: Minted watermelon, tangy feta and cracked pepper
Salmon Tartar: Chive and lemon crème fraiche, cucumber and crostini
Seated Dinner Leek and Pheasant Bread Pudding
Leek and pheasant bratwurst bread pudding, butter basted pheasant breast, grilled corn velouté.
Scallop Crudo with Pressed Stone Fruit
Sliced fresh scallops, yuzu vinaigrette, compressed stone fruit, shaved fennel, crispy rice paper, edible flowers.
Roasted Alberta Beef Tenderloin
Balsamic, rosemary and cracked black pepper roasted beef tenderloin
Glazed carrots finished with a carrot top and almond pesto
Parsnip, parmesan and potato puree
Rich Balsamic and red wine jus
Sauteed wild mushrooms
Lemon Semifreddo
Confit lemons, marinated strawberries, crisp tuille
5 Course Menu
Waldorf Wedge Salad
Fuji apple, red grapes, walnuts, gruyere cheese, iceberg lettuce,
grainy mustard red wine dressing
Mediterranean Braised Squid
Merguez sausage, saffron, sundried tomatoes, capers, and artichoke hearts
Sweet Pea Risotto
Lardons, braised shallots, and grana padano
5 Spice Duck Breast
Roasted purple yams, heirloom carrots, snap peas, sour cherry glaze
Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake
Dark chocolate oat crust
4 Course Menu
Seared Halibut and Truffled Green Pea Risotto
Seared halibut on creamy risotto finished with green peas and truffle, Green pea sauce, microgreen and parmesan salad
Watermelon and Burrata Salad with Prosciutto
Slices of ripe watermelon paired with creamy burrata Arugula, and thinly sliced prosciutto di Parma White balsamic reduction, and edible flower petals
Coq Au Vin Family Style
A classic French dish of chicken braised with red wine, earthy mushrooms, onions, thyme, and bacon. Buttered fingerling potatoes with fresh thyme. Roasted rainbow carrots with basil oil
Chocolate & Cherries
Homemade chocolate brownie, whipped chocolate ganache, sauteed cherries, and cherry reduction.
Chef Creations & Featured Recipes
A closer look at some of the dishes our chefs prepare for weekly meal prep, private dining, and special events. These recipes and photos highlight the creativity and flavours behind our custom menus — and may even inspire your next meal.
