Santa fe · taos · albuquerque

Events and Retreats Private Chef in New Mexico

I cater to people in New Mexico hosting a special event or retreat who are looking for an intuitive chef to prepare creative, flavorful meals that will elevate their gathering.

my philosophy

Being French, I focus on seasonal, local, made-from-scratch dishes and create menus tailored to your specific desires to reflect your intention as a host and for your group as a whole. 

nourishment beyond food

When it comes to the food, you can relax

It can be stressful to bring together a group, and tend to everyone’s needs, especially when it comes to food.

Working with me allows you to relax and trust that everyone will feel nourished and taken care of, so you can focus on joy and connection.

Whether you are hosting a birthday, an intimate wedding or elopement, a corporate retreat, a family reunion, food is always a cornerstone to the experience. I’ll help make hosting easy for you.

kind words

“Shirley’s meals are highly considered and appropriate for the gathering. She balances taste, nutrient quality, and sourcing.

Shirley combines an artistic flair, an attention to detail, and a reliable professionalism that is unique in the world of retreat chefs.”

— JEFF KRASNO, CO-FOUNDER OF COMMUNE

how to work together

Let’s embark on a culinary journey, together.

First, let’s connect over a call to get to know each other a little better.  I want to hear about what exactly you are looking for as a host and I will share my experience and the customized services I provide for various events.

From there, I will craft a menu proposal along with a quote. I do not have set pricing as each event is unique and individualized.

Together, we will then determine if we want to move forward in our collaboration.

please note:

I tend to be booked out 6-8 months in advance.

As soon as you know the dates of your event, contact me so I can block them out in my calendar.

Pricing & What’s Included

I do not have set pricing as every retreat and event is customized based on your needs: dietary preferences, number of meals, plated vs buffet style, number of people, location. Once we go over all of these details, I will send you a menu proposal and pricing quote.

Cost includes menu planning, shopping/food costs, meal preparation and serving, an assistant when necessary, and all cleanup. Accommodation and/or an additional travel fee may be required depending on event location.

I require a non-refundable deposit to confirm my services, and the remaining payment will be due at the end of the event or retreat. 

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