Chef Brandi Smith
Curated for
Your Table
No two tables are the same — and neither are my menus.
Every menu begins with you. Your favorite flavors, dietary preferences, occasion, lifestyle, and the way you love to eat become the inspiration for a menu created specifically for your table. From an intimate multi-course dinner to elevated family favorites prepared through Culinary Concierge service, every dish is approached with intention, beautiful ingredients, and genuine hospitality.
Create Your MenuSample Dishes
A Taste of What's Possible
These are not fixed menus. Consider them inspiration — a glimpse into the flavors, dishes, and experiences I can create for you.
Starters & Small Plates
Burrata | roasted tomatoes, basil oil, aged balsamic, grilled crostini
Seared scallops | seasonal purée, brown butter, crispy prosciutto
Wild mushroom risotto | Parmesan, herbs, truffle
French onion soup | caramelized onion, rich broth, Gruyère crostini
Seasonal composed salads | with house-made vinaigrettes
From the Sea
Pan-seared Gulf seafood | with seasonal accompaniments
Salmon | pommes dauphinoise, haricots verts, lemon-saffron hollandaise
Sautéed Gulf shrimp | fresh herbs, citrus, seasonal vegetables
Seafood preparations | inspired by Florida's Gulf Coast
From the Land
Sous vide filet mignon | pommes purée, seasonal vegetables, red wine jus
Braised short ribs | potato-parsnip purée, tri-color carrots, chive oil
Herb-roasted chicken | seasonal vegetables, pan jus
Slow-braised beef | silky purée, roasted vegetables, rich reduction
Comfort, Elevated
Five-cheese macaroni & cheese
Braised pot roast | with vegetables and rich gravy
Butter chicken | basmati rice, garlic naan
House-made soups, pastas, grain bowls | wraps, and composed entrées
Familiar favorites | thoughtfully elevated with chef-driven technique
Sweet Finishes
Seasonal composed desserts
Chocolate-forward desserts
Crème brûlée | and classic French-inspired desserts
Fruit-forward seasonal creations
Celebration desserts | customized for the occasion
Services
From Intimate Dinners to Everyday Luxury
Private Dining
An Unforgettable Evening at Your Table
For anniversaries, birthdays, date nights, celebrations, or simply an unforgettable evening at home, Chef Brandi creates restaurant-quality dining experiences in the comfort and privacy of your own space.
Menus may range from an elegant four-course dinner to an extended tasting experience, depending on the occasion and the client's vision.
Culinary Concierge
Luxury Every Week, Not Just Special Occasions
Luxury doesn't have to be reserved for special occasions.
Culinary Concierge menus are designed around the way your household actually eats. Chef-prepared meals, fresh dinners on service days, beautiful lunches, breakfasts, snacks, and elevated family favorites can all be incorporated into a customized weekly service.
Menus evolve from week to week based on your preferences, schedule, dietary needs, and feedback.
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"Your preferences are the starting point — not a limitation."
Cuisine & Inspiration
Inspired by the Way You Love to Eat
Menus can draw inspiration from a wide range of cuisines and culinary traditions. Whether you're craving refined French technique, rustic Italian flavors, coastal seafood, bold Asian-inspired dishes, Mediterranean freshness, modern American cuisine, or simply the best version of a dish you already love, your menu begins with a conversation.
Have a favorite dish, restaurant, cuisine, or family recipe? Tell me about it. Your preferences are the starting point — not a limitation.
Dietary Preferences
Thoughtful by Design
Dietary needs should never make a meal feel like an afterthought. Menus can be thoughtfully designed around allergies, preferences, and lifestyle needs while still prioritizing flavor, presentation, and enjoyment.
Dietary accommodations are discussed individually and are subject to the requirements and limitations of the client's home kitchen and service.
The Process
The Menu Experience
01
Tell Me About Your Table
We discuss your household, occasion, preferences, favorite foods, dislikes, allergies, dietary considerations, and the experience you're looking for.
02
Your Menu Is Created
A personalized menu is developed specifically around your preferences and service.
03
I Take It From Here
Ingredient sourcing, preparation, cooking, presentation, and kitchen care are handled for you so you can simply enjoy the experience.
Your Table.
Your Tastes.
Your Menu.
There is no "standard menu" because there is no standard client. Whether I'm preparing Tuesday night's dinner or an anniversary you'll remember for years, the goal is the same: exceptional food, thoughtful service, and an experience designed around you.
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