06/15/2026
Some birthdays call for cake.
Others call for a six-course private chef experience that guests will be talking about for years. ✨🥂
We recently had the pleasure of creating an intimate birthday dinner featuring elevated flavors, beautiful presentation, and unforgettable moments around the table.
🍤 Passed Appetizers
• Citrus Poached Shrimp
Grapefruit Gel • Frisée • Smoked Almond Crumble
• Hudson Valley Torchon
Ginger Lemon Marmalade • Port Redux • Edible Flowers
• Caprese Skewers
Balsamic Glaze
🥗 Salad Course
• Little Gem Salad
Green Goddess Dressing • Avocado • Radish • Fresh Herbs • Parmesan Tuile
🍝 Pasta Course
• Roman-Style Fettuccine Alfredo "Old World"
Parmigiano Reggiano • Black Pepper • Chives • Lemon Zest
🍋 Intermezzo
• Limoncello Granita
🥩 Main Course
• A5 Wagyu & Seared Diver Scallops
Herbaceous Chimichurri • Lemon White Wine Reduction • Grilled Broccolini • Pickled Shallots
🍰 Dessert
• Warm Fig "Newton"
Fig-Filled Pastry • Raspberry Coulis • Toasted Hazelnuts • Caramelized Finish
There's something magical about gathering around a beautifully set table, enjoying restaurant-quality cuisine in the comfort of your own home, and celebrating life's biggest milestones with the people who matter most. 🤍
Now we're curious...
✨ If you could invite any three people - past or present - to a private chef dinner, who would be sitting at your table? 👇✨
Ready to create a one-of-a-kind dining experience for your next celebration? Visit www.emilysevents.com to learn more about our private chef experiences, luxury catering, and event planning services.