Helping people develop an authentic relationship with food is one of our core principals. To that end we strive to educate, and empower clients to make conscientious choices about what they eat. We weave our principals into chef services, meal planning, and cooking classes. Focusing on preparing fresh locally grown, seasonal, organic, plant-based foodstuffs- transforming it into a balanced meal- that is green cuisine. Inspired by the cultural pastiche that brews in New York City, you’ll find tastes that imbue spices and herbs from around the world, flavors ancient and new. Food that echoes tradition and connects us with the present, feeding our spirits. Delicious menus crafted from farm fresh produce, celebrating the natural bounty of the earth.
Green Cuisine
Culinary Services
Tender Shoots green chef culinary services offers seasonal, globally inspired, health supportive plant-based cuisine. Indulge in healthy organic vegetarian/vegan/raw meals tailored to your own whims, highlighting local ingredients. Choose from set menus or consult with us to develop your own. Service includes: consultation and food profile questionnaire, goal setting, meal planning, grocery shopping, weekly prepared meals. Yum!
Meal
Planning
Don’t know what to eat? A meal planning consultation will give you the structure necessary to achieve your dietary goals. Whether its for weight management, eating for energy, conception, breastfeeding, or transitioning to more plant-based foods, we can help gently guide you along the way.
Pantry Makeover &
Equipment Essentials
Allow us to come in and assess your pantry and fridge, swap out what you don’t need, and replace with organic whole grains, beans & legumes, nuts & seeds, vinegars & oils, spices & herbs, and condiments- transforming your ordinary pantry to a user friendly eco-pantry. Have questions about equipment and appliances? We will help you select the best equipment for your personal needs. Our relationships with specialty stores, manufacturers, and distributors guarantees the most up-to-date information on products. Whether you need new kitchen knives, a high speed blender, or a dutch oven, we can help. Tutorials on equipment use and upkeep are available. Get organized, get equipped, and get the most out of your kitchen!
A Bun in the Oven
Cooking Classes
Are you so busy that you barely have time to cook? Do you need a tutorial on how to turn on the stove? Are you just looking for some cool ideas to spice up your current diet? In this unique cooking class learn how to prepare simple yet innovative and tasty meals. These special classes for expectant and new moms include overview of delicious vegetarian/vegan/raw food preparations. This health supportive and satiating cuisine will help you balance your hormones, level your cravings, and improve your overall diet. You will learn everything from what to stock in your pantry, to what types of knives to use in the kitchen, to what foods will increase your lactation production. These classes can take place in the comfort of your home kitchen or in a group class setting. Contact for more details.
