I'm so glad you're considering working with me to enhance your dining experience!
Whether you’re looking for weekly dinner prep services or an unforgettable private dinner, I’m here to create meals that perfectly suit your lifestyle and preferences.
How It Works
Consultation
The consultation is free and typically lasts 1 hour. During this time, we’ll discuss your meal preferences, dietary needs, and any specific requests you may have.
I’ll also take this opportunity to learn about your kitchen setup and make sure we have everything needed for a smooth meal prep session.
I offer both in-person and virtual consultations.
Once we’ve agreed on the menu and logistics, I’ll come to your home and cook directly in your kitchen, preparing your meals on-site. This ensures everything is freshly made and minimizes any hassle for you.
Tailored Menu
Once you’ve booked your service, I will send you a tailored menu for approval up to 5 days before the scheduled cooking session. You’ll have the opportunity to choose from a variety of meals or request substitutions based on your preferences or dietary restrictions. If you’d prefer a specific set menu, I can also accommodate that!
Cook Date
Once the menu is agreed upon, I’ll arrive at your home, business or event location on the day agreed. If you work from home or will be out of town and want fresh food for when you return. I can cater to any demand. This way, you’ll have fresh, ready-to-eat meals while minimizing any disruption to your day.
I’ll handle all aspects of the meal prep, private dinner or event, grocery shopping unless you prefer to do the shopping, cooking to packing and labeling your meals in any containers you may have.
I do recommend having a functional kitchen with basic equipment for optimal cooking. If you're unsure, feel free to ask, and I can guide you on what to have!
That’s it! Sit back, relax, and enjoy all your extra free time!
Pricing
Since each service is customized, pricing is not fixed. Meal prep packages start at $250 which includes menu development, shopping, and cooking, with groceries billed separately. Feel free to reach out to get a better idea of what the pricing might look like for your specific needs.
Services
We specialize in crafting a diverse range of delicious dishes that cater to every palate. Our culinary creations are designed to elevate your dining experience and leave a lasting impression on your guests.
In Home Meal Prep
Customized Menus
$250 base rate for 3.5 hours of cooking plus an additional $50/hour for every additional hour of cooking.
*Groceries are an extra cost*
Cuisine Povera meal prep service will have you enjoying fresh, delicious, and customized meals without the hassle of daily cooking. I’ll prepare a variety of meal options tailored to your tastes and dietary preferences, all made right in the comfort of your home.
If you do no have the necessary equipment I can bring my own. Every meal is thoughtfully crafted using high-quality ingredients to ensure you have nutritious and flavorful dishes ready to enjoy throughout the week.
By choosing this service, you’ll have more time to relax and unwind, more time with your family to enjoy the important moments, knowing that a chef-crafted, home-cooked meal is waiting for you at the end of your day. Get back the time that really matters and let me take care of the food.
Private Dining/Event Services
Professional Service
$185/Person (*This price includes menu design, groceries and cooking)
$215/Person (If requiring our Mixologist and front of house staff)
Our dedicated event staff ensures seamless service, from setup to cleanup. With professionalism and attention to detail, we guarantee a stress-free and enjoyable event for you and your guests.
From our talented mixologist to our enthusiastic servers Cuisine Povera has the drive and passion to enhance any meal.
Charcuterie / Grazing Boards
Exceptional Flavours
Prices start at $250
Charcuterie, Grazing boards, Antipasto, FruitPlatters and Dessert boards. From 2 people to 150 people we can build them as large or small as you want.
Enhancing the natural exceptional flavour each ingredient provides.
Pregnancy Packages.
Package 1: 9.5 month contract $6,650 (* can be broken down into monthly payments of $700 plus cost of groceries)
With this package you will get a specially designed 9.5 month menu that has been made for every stage of the pregnancy. From the first trimester all the way up to the day the baby is born, Chef Michael will provide meals and snacks that will keep iron levels at the proper 27mg per day and make sure that you have all the proper vitamins that assist with a healthy birth. Shopping costs will be a bit cheaper as the months go on as Chef has a fully stocked dry pantry dedicated for this package. You can expect to have meals that satisfy every craving while still giving you the proper nutrients that you need. Most of all it will give you back TIME which at this period of your life it is the most important thing to have.
Package 2: 15 month contract $10,500 (* can be broken down into monthly payments of $700 plus cost of groceries)
With this package you will get everything that you get in Package 1, but you will get Chef Michael during the Postpartum period which for some women can last anywhere from 6-9 month after. Having a chef take care of all the shopping, meal prep, menu design, and snack preparation can take a huge amount of stress off one's shoulders. After childbirth you already have enough stress with raising a new baby managing time with your family and still trying to find time to shop, cook, clean and see friends at some point. Let us take a portion of that stress away and give you all that much needed TIME back.