BLADE & BOARD PRIVATE CHEF MENU
Our private-chef menus are thoughtfully customized according to seasonality, guest count, dietary needs, service style, and your vision for the occasion.
GF indicates selections prepared without gluten-containing ingredients. V indicates vegetarian selections. Please inform us of all allergies and dietary restrictions. Premium ingredients, seasonal selections, and market-price items may affect per-person pricing.
Low Country Boils, Paella Experiences, Grazing Tables, Catering To-Go, and Vacation Stock-Up services are offered through separate menus.
HORS D’OEUVRES
Selections may be passed, displayed, or stationed depending on the style of your event.
CROQUETTES & EMPANADAS
Chorizo and Manchego Potato Croquettes
Cilantro-Lime Aioli or Roasted Tomato Coulis
Spinach and Truffle Potato Croquettes
Truffle Aioli (V)
Shrimp and Grit Croquettes
Andouille Sausage Gravy
Argentinian Empanadas
Chimichurri Sauce
Green Chile Chicken Empanadas
Roasted Tomatillo Sauce
Crab Chowder Empanadas
Old Bay and Lemon Aioli
LATIN-INSPIRED BITES
Stuffed Plantain Cups
Choice of Shrimp Ceviche, Garlic Shrimp, or Picadillo (GF)
Miniature Carne Asada Tacos
Corn Tortillas, Street-Corn Salsa, Tomatillo Sauce, Pickled Red Onion, Micro Cilantro (GF)
Bahamian Conch Fritters
Calypso Aioli
FROM THE SEA
Ceviche Shooters
Plantain Crisp (GF)
Shrimp Cocktail Shooters (GF)
Miniature Crab Cakes
Remoulade
Tuna Tartare
Crispy Wonton
Crispy Mini Tuna Tostadas
Avocado Crema, Citrus-Soy Marinated Ahi Tuna, Pickled Radish, Micro Cilantro (GF)
Bacon-Wrapped Diver Scallops
Sweet Corn Purée (GF)
Crispy Fried Cold-Water Oysters
Blackened Corn and Watermelon Salsa, Citrus Aioli
Caviar Enhancement Available
Mini Leek and Crab Potato Cakes
Stone-Fruit Chutney
Pickled Shrimp Skewers
Heirloom Tomato, English Cucumber, Red Onion (GF)
Lobster Roll Sliders
Scallop Crudo (GF)
Peruvian Fish Ceviche
Sweet Potato, Hominy, Cancha (GF)
Deviled Eggs with Caviar
Crème Fraîche and Chives (GF)
FROM THE LAND
Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms
Mozzarella and Garlic-Herb Breadcrumbs
Lamb Lollipops with Pomegranate Demi-Glace
Seasonal (GF)
Lamb Lollipops with Blackberry–Pinot Noir Reduction(GF)
Huli Huli Chicken Skewers (GF)
Pesto Chicken Skewers (GF)
Beef Tartare Crostini
Olive Tapenade
Beef Tenderloin Crostini
Whipped Boursin
Sesame-Ginger Beef Satay
Sweet Soy-Chile Glaze
Sweet and Tangy Asian Meatballs
Brie, Spiced Apple, and Smoked Bacon Tartlets
Cranberry, Brie, and Prosciutto Crostini
Balsamic Glaze
Spring Pea and Lemon Risotto Cakes
Charred Baby-Carrot Purée and Crispy Pancetta
VEGETARIAN BITES
Bruschetta and Fresh Mozzarella Crostini(V)
Classic Deviled Eggs (GF, V)
SEASONAL FALL HORS D’OEUVRES
Seared Diver Scallop
Roasted Butternut Squash Purée, Sage–Sherry Brown Butter, Toasted Pepita Crumble (GF)
Roasted Delicata Squash Tartlet
Whipped Goat Cheese, Apple Mostarda, Candied Pecans, Hot Honey (V)
Lobster and Butternut Squash Bisque Shooter
Crème Fraîche, Chive Oil, Butter-Poached Lobster (GF)
Wild Mushroom, Gruyère, and Black Truffle Miniature Tartlet
Caramelized Shallots and Fresh Thyme (V)
STATIONED & SHARED EXPERIENCES
Steamed Mussels or Clams
Shallots, Garlic, Tomatoes, White Wine, Butter, Lemon, Fresh Herbs (GF)
Steamed Clams with Chorizo
Garlic, Yellow Bell Pepper, Citrus Lager, Butter, Cilantro (GF)
Steamed Mussels in Red Thai Coconut Curry
Lime and Cilantro (GF)
Oysters on the Half Shell
Champagne Mignonette and Cocktail Sauce
Seasonal (GF)
Oysters Rockefeller
Seasonal
Traditional Caviar Service
Blinis, Crème Fraîche, Egg Yolk, Egg White, Capers, Chives, Shallots
SOUPS & SALADS
SOUPS
Chilled Gazpacho with Local Shrimp (GF)
Chilled Potato and Leek Soup
She-Crab Soup
Lobster Bisque
New England Clam Chowder
French Onion Soup
Tomato Bisque with Fresh Basil (GF)
Broccoli and Cheddar Soup
Butternut Squash Soup
Crème Fraîche and Toasted Pepitas (GF)
SALADS
Watermelon and Ricotta Salata Salad
Fresh Mint and White Balsamic Vinaigrette (GF, V)
Caprese Salad
Beefsteak Tomatoes, Burrata, Seasonal Greens, Fresh Basil, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Drizzle (GF, V)
Grilled Stone Fruit and Chilled Lobster Salad
Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, Toasted Sunflower Seeds, Goat Cheese, Champagne Vinaigrette (GF)
Classic Caesar Salad
Mixed Green Salad
White Balsamic–Citrus Vinaigrette (GF, V)
PLATED ENTRÉES
FROM THE LAND
Grilled Herb-Marinated Filet Mignon
Roasted Garlic Potato Purée, Asparagus, Natural Jus (GF)
Grilled Ribeye
Mushroom–Red Wine Demi-Glace, Broccoli Rabe, Truffle-Whipped Potatoes (GF)
Coffee-Rubbed Ribeye
Rosemary-Whipped Potatoes, Charred Chile-Honey Carrots (GF)
Wine-Braised Short Ribs
Truffle and Wild Mushroom Risotto, Roasted Root Vegetables (GF)
Pork Tenderloin
Bourbon–Brown Sugar Demi-Glace, Sweet Potato Mash, Collard Greens (GF)
Apple, Fennel, and Kale-Stuffed Pork Loin
Butternut Squash Purée, Chile Pepitas (GF)
Chicken Marsala
Wild Mushrooms, Whipped Herb Potatoes, Sautéed Haricots Verts
Pan-Seared Chicken Breast
Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Spinach, Artichokes, White-Wine Cream Sauce, Toasted Orzo
Braised Brisket
Creamy Polenta, Caramelized Carrots
Pernil — Mojo-Roasted Pork Shoulder
Rice with Pigeon Peas, Crispy Yuca (GF)
Pappardelle with Short Rib Ragù
Seasoned Ricotta
Beef Wellington
Prosciutto, Mushroom Duxelles, Port-Wine Demi-Glace, Whipped Potatoes, Lemon-Garlic Asparagus
Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb
Smoked Gouda Polenta, Wild Mushroom–Port Wine Demi-Glace, Haricots Verts
Seared Duck Breast
Crispy Potato Pavé, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Fig–Port Wine Reduction (GF)
FROM THE SEA
Pan-Seared Local Fish
Roasted Tomato and Garlic, Fresh Thyme, Preserved-Lemon Sauce, Sautéed Gnocchi, Wilted Spinach
Soy and Brown Sugar–Glazed Salmon
Ginger-Scented Rice, Crispy Bok Choy (GF)
Citrus and Herb-Crusted Salmon
Lemon-Scented Jasmine Rice, Garlicky Green Beans (GF)
Pan-Seared Halibut
Lemon Beurre Blanc, Gnocchi, Garlicky Broccoli Rabe
Shrimp and Grits
Stone-Ground Smoked Gouda Grits, Local Shrimp, Andouille Sausage Gravy
Diver Scallops
Crispy Pancetta, Pearl Couscous, Sweet Peas, Roasted Corn, Lemongrass Broth
Pan-Seared Scallops
Sweet Pea Risotto, Crispy Pancetta
SEAFOOD PASTAS
Spaghetti alle Vongole
Clams, Garlic, White Wine, Cherry Heirloom Tomatoes, Spinach
Butter-Poached Lobster Mafaldine
Ribbon Pasta, Saffron–Brandy Lobster Cream, Confit Cherry Tomatoes, Sweet Leeks, Fresh Tarragon, Lemon Gremolata
Jumbo Lump Crab and Shrimp Bucatini
Roasted Garlic, White Wine, Confit Tomatoes, Calabrian Chile, Lemon Butter, Fresh Herbs
SURF & TURF
Chile-Blackened New York Strip and Garlic Prawn Scampi
Chimichurri, Garlic-Yuca Mash (GF)
Herb-Marinated Filet and Butter-Poached Lobster
Cauliflower Purée, Roasted Carrots (GF)
Bacon-Fat Seared Ribeye and U10 Scallops
Corn Purée, Crispy Bacon, Spinach and Corn Salad (GF)
FAMILY-STYLE DINING
Create a customized family-style dinner by choosing your preferred proteins, sauces, starches, vegetables, salads, and enhancements. Final selections and quantities will be tailored to your guest count and desired dining experience.
PROTEINS
LAND
Herb-Marinated Filet Mignon
Coffee-Rubbed Ribeye
Charred Herb Ribeye
New York Strip Steak
Flank Steak
Braised Short Ribs
Braised Brisket
Pan-Seared Chicken Breast
Sun-Dried Tomato, Spinach, and Artichoke Chicken
Citrus-Herb Roasted Chicken
Rosemary-Lemon Pork Tenderloin
Apple, Fennel, and Kale-Stuffed Pork Loin
Pork Chops
SEAFOOD
Citrus and Herb-Crusted Salmon
Soy and Brown Sugar–Glazed Salmon
Pan-Seared Local Catch
Blackened Local Catch
Pan-Seared Halibut
Seared Grouper
Seared Mahi
Garlic-Butter Prawns
Jumbo Shrimp
Seared Diver Scallops
Butter-Poached Lobster Tail
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
VEGETARIAN
Wild Mushroom Risotto
Seasonal Vegetable Risotto
Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Saffron Rice, Soyrizo, Peppers, and Roasted Pepper Coulis
Vegetable Pasta Primavera
Cauliflower Steaks
Seasonal Vegetable Platter
SAUCES & FINISHES
Red Wine Demi-Glace
Wild Mushroom–Port Wine Demi-Glace
Bordelaise
Peppercorn Cream Sauce
Béarnaise
Chimichurri
Garlic-Herb Compound Butter
Black Truffle Butter
Horseradish Cream
Bourbon–Brown Sugar Glaze
Blackberry–Pinot Noir Reduction
Lemon Beurre Blanc
STARCHES
Rosemary-Whipped Potatoes
Truffle-Whipped Potatoes
Roasted Garlic Potato Purée
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Creamy Polenta
Smoked Gouda Grits
Wild Mushroom Risotto
Seasonal Vegetable Risotto
Jasmine Rice
Ginger-Scented Rice
Rice with Pigeon Peas
Crispy Yuca
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Gnocchi
Pasta with Garlic-Herb Butter
Pasta with Short Rib Ragù
VEGETABLES & SIDES
Lemon-Garlic Asparagus
Charred Broccolini
Garlicky Green Beans
Sautéed Haricots Verts
Charred Chile-Honey Carrots
Roasted Root Vegetables
Seasonal Vegetable Medley
Broccoli Rabe
Collard Greens
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Roasted Cauliflower
Street-Corn Salad
Southern Succotash
Jalapeño–White Cheddar Cornbread with Whipped Honey Butter
Garlic-Parmesan Rolls
DESSERTS
FULL-SIZE DESSERTS
White Chocolate Bread Pudding
Raspberry Coulis
Blueberry and White Chocolate Bread Pudding
Key Lime Pie
Flan (GF)
Cheesecake
Seasonal Berry Compote
Chocolate Mousse
Heath Toffee and Hazelnuts (GF)
Chocolate Ganache Tart
Raspberry Compote and Espresso Cream
Strawberry Shortcake
Apple Strudel Roses à la Mode
Tiramisu
Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée (GF)
MINIATURE DESSERTS
Key Lime Tartlets
Strawberry Shortcake Shooters
Chocolate Mousse Shooters
White Chocolate Bread Pudding Bites
Miniature Cheesecakes with Seasonal Berry Compote
Chocolate Ganache Tartlets with Espresso Cream