tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-91075816004658545172012-02-16T11:48:41.754-08:00Private ChefDAVID HENRY GERSONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290510603632285769noreply@blogger.comBlogger41100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9107581600465854517.post-86708906007254360492009-09-02T11:18:00.000-07:002011-03-09T06:03:40.357-08:00David Gerson has worked as a private chef for over a decade.<br /><br />He grew up cooking with his mother, and, at a very young age, was directly exposed to the artistry of haute cuisine from some of America's finest chefs. He has worked for numerous catering companies and in fine dining restaurants in Washington DC, Martha's Vineyard, MA and in New York City.<br /><br />He is now available full time in New York City to bring an exquisite dining experience into your home or event.<div><br /></div><div>Reach David directly at 202.427.6932 or davidhenrygerson@gmail.com to schedule an event or with any questions.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9107581600465854517-8670890600725436049?l=nyprivatechef.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>DAVID HENRY GERSONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290510603632285769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9107581600465854517.post-15984566008677417912009-09-02T11:12:00.000-07:002010-01-03T19:51:52.500-08:00Private dinner parties, cocktail parties, luncheons or other events in the comfort of your own home. David Gerson specifically tailors multiple course menus to suit your palette and the tastes of the season, centering dishes around organic locally farmed products whenever possible.<br /><br />Please see below for sample menus.<br /><br />Pricing varies depending on menu and event. Please contact the chef for further details.<br /><br />Wait staff, bartenders, and party rentals are all available upon request and to suit your events needs.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9107581600465854517-1598456600867741791?l=nyprivatechef.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>DAVID HENRY GERSONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290510603632285769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9107581600465854517.post-46224348328888583162009-09-02T11:10:00.000-07:002010-01-03T19:38:17.329-08:00SUMMER MENU:<br /><br />Passed Appetizers -<br />- Roasted Figs stuffed with freshly <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">herbed</span> goat cheese and candied walnuts.<br /><br />- Seared soy-marinated tuna wrapped in toasted black sesame seeds topped with a mango salsa.<br /><br />- Fresh farmed organic <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">shitake</span> mushroom <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">bruschetta</span>.<br /><br />Soup -<br />- Cold summertime almond and cashew cream soup with peeled white grapes.<br /><br />Salad -<br />- North Tabor Farm heirloom tomatoes and greens salad with a balsamic reduction.<br /><br />Entree -<br />- Seared scallops over a corn and roasted fennel succotash with tarragon oil.<br /><br />Dessert -<br />- Peach and blueberry <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">crostatas</span> with vanilla ice cream.<br /><br /><br /><br />WINTER MENU:<br /><div><br />Soup</div> <div>- Celery root soup, black truffles, (possibly with poached lobster).</div> <div> </div> <div><br />Salad</div> <div>- Grilled locally farmed mushrooms salad.</div> <div> </div> <div><br />Entree</div> <div>- Seared duck breast, port reduction sauce, roasted beets, pureed parsnips, and topped with beet crisps.<br /><br /></div> <div> </div> <div>Dessert</div> <div>- Molten chocolate cake, vanilla ice cream and raspberry puree.<br /><br /><br />COCKTAIL PARTY <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">HORS</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">D'OEUVRES</span>:<br /><br />- Mushroom <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">bruschetta</span>.<br /><br />- Seared beef sirloin with beet <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">aioli</span> and beet greens.<br /><br />- Tuna <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">tartare</span> in a cucumber bowl.<br /><br />- Seared tuna wrapped in toasted black sesame seeds with a soy <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">aioli</span>.<br /><br />- Roasted figs stuffed with <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">herbed</span> goat cheese and candied walnuts.<br /><br />- Heirloom <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">tomato</span> and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">chevre</span> petite <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13">pizzaladiere</span>.<br /><br />- Artisan cheese platters with dried fruits, and nuts.<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9107581600465854517-4622434832888858316?l=nyprivatechef.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>DAVID HENRY GERSONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290510603632285769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9107581600465854517.post-39022889340900172322009-09-02T11:09:00.000-07:002009-09-02T14:13:35.447-07:00Don't wait - call now with any inquiries or to book your event!<br /><br />David Gerson<br />mobile: 202.427.6932<br />email: davidhenrygerson@gmail.com<br /><br /><br />References of previous clients available upon request.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9107581600465854517-3902288934090017232?l=nyprivatechef.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>DAVID HENRY GERSONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09290510603632285769noreply@blogger.com0