Sample Menus: A Taste of
The Cerenity Chef Creations

At The Cerenity Chef, we understand that each client is unique, and that's why our sample menus serve only as a foundation from which to build your bespoke dining experience. Every menu is meticulously tailored to honour your individual tastes, preferences, and any food allergies or intolerances you may have. Whether you desire a hearty, rustic meal or a delicate, refined dish, we take pride in utilising the freshest Cornish produce, ensuring a personalised culinary journey that is both delightful and safe for every palate

Sample Menus

  • A plated dish featuring a scoop of crab salad garnished with microgreens, served over cooked asparagus with edible flowers and a drizzle of sauce.

    Spring in Cornwall: A Seasonal Celebration 2026

    A refined, ingredient‑led menu inspired by Cornwall’s coastline and spring larder. Fresh seafood, vibrant herbs, delicate citrus and thoughtfully crafted mains come together to create a bright, modern dining experience rooted in local produce and elegant flavour. (can be adaptative to summer produce)

    STARTERS

    Cornish Crab Dressed with Lemon & Chive, Citrus Salad, Toasted Sourdough

    Seared Scallops, Herb Saffron Cream, Crisp Pancetta, Mint & Pea Purée

    Local Catch Ceviche, Lime, Chilli, Coriander, Citrus Fruits & Baby Gem

    Double Baked Cornish Cheddar Soufflé, Crème au Vin Blanc, Apple, Watercress

    New England Style Smoked Fish Chowder, Sourdough Focaccia Croutons

    Peach & Tomato Salad. Whipped Ricotta, Lemon Thyme & Pine Nuts

    MAINS

    Seabass Fillet, Tarragon & Herb Cream, Fondant Leek, Spring Greens

    Roasted Hake, Braised Baby Gem, Lemon & Parsley Emulsion, Wilted Greens

    Cornish Rack of Spring Lamb, Fondant Potatoes, Toasted Pistachio Crumb, Spring Greens, Mint Salsa Verde

    Cornish Cider Glazed Pork Tenderloin, Pommes Anna, Heritage Thyme Carrots, Wilted Greens, Orchard Jus

    Orange, Honey & Thyme Glazed Duck Breast, Potato Rösti, Heritage Carrots, Spring Greens & Orange Thyme Jus

    DESSERTS

    Vanilla Bean & Mixed Berries Panna Cotta, Pistachio Crumb

    Spring Pavlova, Rhubarb, Passionfruit & Verbena

    Lime Cheesecake, Coconut Crumb, Citrus Curd

    Belgian Chocolate Mousse, Hazelnut Praline & Crème Fraîche

    Profiteroles, Vanilla Chantilly, Warm Chocolate Sauce, Honeycomb

    Lemon Posset, Blueberry Compote & Lemon Verbena Sugaription goes here

  • Multiple plates with prepared meat dishes, vegetables, and garnishes on a wooden table, likely for a meal or dinner.

    Cornish Havest: Land & Sea

    First Course:

    Garden Tomato Caprese
    -Burrata, Mozzarella or Cornish Goat Cheese- Wild Garlic Pesto -Prosciutto (optional) Garden Basil.

    Cornish Sole Ceviche
    Fresh Lime, Red Bell Pepper, Mango, Sweet Chili Sea Salt- Coriander

    Cornish Wild Mushroom Soup
    Crème Fraîche & Parmesan Tuille.

    Second Course (Pasta/Risotto Course):

    Cornish Crab & Saffron Risotto
    Creamy Arborio Rice, Lemon Zest, and Chive Oil.

    Wild Mushroom & Truffle Pappardelle
    Fresh Egg Pasta, Parmesan, and Black Truffle.

    Lemon & Wild Garlic Tagliolini
    Handmade fresh pasta tossed with light wild garlic,
    lemon, and olive oil emulsion, topped with shaved pecorino and toasted pine nuts.

    Vegan Option: Saffron & Lemon Risotto
    Roasted Artichokes, Garlic-Infused Olive Oil, and Micro Herbs.

    Main Course:

    Seared Cornish Scallops
    White Quinoa Salad with Apples & Lemon Zest, Sweet Potato Purée.

    Rack of Cornish Lamb OR Beef
    Herb & Wild Garlic Pomme Purée, Asparagus, Honey & Harissa Roasted Carrots, Port Wine Jus.

    Cornish Chicken Fricassée
    Crispy Rosemary Buttered Roasted Potatoes, Butternut Squash Purée, Broccolini.

    Vegan Option: Braised Cauliflower Steak
    Confit Tomato & Garlic Cannellini Stew, Cavolo Nero.

    Dessert Course:

    Mango Panna Cotta
    Seasonal Fruits.

    Seasonal Fruit Eton Mess

    Belgian Chocolate Pot de Crème
    Strawberries & Mint.

    Apple Pastry Rose
    Clotted Cream.

    Coconut & Mango Panna Cotta
    Topped with Passionfruit Glaze & Toasted Coconut.

  • Close-up of a bowl with roasted cauliflower topped with microgreens, served over a bed of fragrant yellow curry with vegetables, including red peppers and greens.

    Vegetarian Haven: Inspired by Ottolenghi

    Charred Leek & Butter Bean Purée with Zhoug & Dukkah
    Smoky, charred leeks served over a creamy butter bean purée, drizzled with a vibrant zhoug (spiced coriander sauce)

    Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini & Preserved Lemon Salsa
    Roasted cauliflower florets dressed in a creamy tahini sauce, topped with preserved lemon salsa, fresh herbs, and pomegranate seeds

    Asparagus & Jersey Royal Salad with Labneh & Wild Garlic Oil
    Grilled asparagus and Jersey Royal potatoes, served over a taziki, finished with wild garlic oil, toasted almonds, and a touch of sumac.

    Heritage Beetroot Carpaccio with Orange & Pistachios
    Thinly sliced heritage beets dressed in an orange vinaigrette, topped with crushed pistachios, fresh mint, and a hint of saffron honey.

    Mains:

    Aubergine & Chickpea Tagine with Preserved Lemon & Saffron Couscous
    A rich, slow-cooked aubergine and chickpea tagine, infused with warming spices and preserved lemon, served with fluffy saffron couscous and caramelized shallots.

    Charred Hispi Cabbage with Freekeh, Pistachio & Tahini-Yogurt Dressing
    Smoky, charred hispi cabbage served over nutty freekeh, drizzled with creamy tahini and yogurt dressing, finished with toasted pistachios and fresh dill.

    Sweet Potato & Harissa Galette with Wild Garlic Salsa Verde
    A flaky, crisp galette filled with spiced sweet potato, topped with wild garlic salsa verde and a touch of rose harissa

    Roasted Cauliflower Shawarma with Saffron Rice & Pomegranate Molasses
    Roasted cauliflower wedges marinated in shawarma spices, served over fragrant saffron rice with a drizzle of pomegranate molasses and fresh herb

  • Flame & Zest: A BBQ Peri Peri Feast

    Flame & Zest: A BBQ Peri Peri Feast

    Main Proteins:

    Peri Peri Seasoned Spatchcock Chicken
    Flame-grilled with smoky, spicy peri peri marinade. Served with Tzatziki Sauce (Dill & Mint).

    Grilled Harissa Lamb Chops
    Marinated in a fragrant blend of harissa, garlic, and citrus, finished with fresh herbs.

    Spiced Cauliflower & Halloumi Steaks (V)
    Charred with sumac, smoked paprika, and drizzled with pomegranate molasses.

    BBQ Peri Peri Prawns
    Grilled shell-on prawns tossed in house-made peri-peri butter with fresh lime.

    Vibrant Sides & Salads:

    Lemon & Parsley White Quinoa Salad
    Light and refreshing with Gala Apple, Lemon Zest, and Micro Rocket.

    Grilled Seasonal Vegetables
    Charred to perfection with Fresh Garden Herbs and olive oil.

    Butter Glazed Fingerling Potatoes
    Tossed with Garden Parsley, Chive, & Mint for a rich, herbaceous finish.

    Cowboy Caviar
    A bold, smoky mix of Black Beans, Sweet Corn, Bell Peppers, Fresh Cilantro, and Warm Spices.

    Mediterranean Green Bean Salad
    Crunchy and fresh with Tarragon, Red Peppers, Sliced Almonds, and Mediterranean Herb Dressing.

    Charred Broccolini with Tahini & Sumac (V)
    Tossed in a creamy tahini dressing, finished with lemon and sumac.

    Za’atar Roasted Sweet Potatoes (V)
    Oven-roasted with Middle Eastern spices and drizzled with yogurt dressing.

  • A plate of green pesto pasta topped with grated cheese and fresh herbs on a woven placemat, alongside a glass of white wine and a bowl of lemons on a rustic wooden table.

    La Dolce Vita Menu – A Taste of Italy’s Finest

    Antipasti (Appetizers):

    Prosciutto & Melon
    Thinly sliced Prosciutto di Parma with sweet cantaloupe, basil, and aged balsamic glaze.

    Arancini
    Crispy saffron risotto balls stuffed with mozzarella, served with a side of marinara sauce.

    Burrata Caprese
    Creamy burrata cheese with heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, and aged balsamic.

    Citrus-Marinated Crudo
    Thinly sliced fresh fish (chef’s selection) with orange zest, fennel, pink peppercorns, and Sicilian olive oil.

    Primi (Pasta Course):

    Short Rib Pappardelle
    Slow-braised short rib ragu with wide ribbon pasta and Pecorino Romano.

    Wild Mushroom Risotto
    Creamy Arborio rice with a mix of wild mushrooms, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and white truffle oil (option to add shrimp or grilled chicken).

    Vongole with Local Cockles
    Fresh cockles sautéed with garlic, white wine, chili flakes, and parsley, served over al dente linguine.

    Lobster Ravioli
    Handmade pasta filled with lobster served with a saffron cream sauce and fresh chives.

    Bistecca alla Fiorentina
    Tuscan-style grilled ribeye steak with rosemary, sea salt, and garlic-infused olive oil.

    Chicken Saltimbocca
    Pan-seared chicken Breast with Prosciutto, Sage, and a White Wine Butter sauce.

    Aubergine Parmigiana
    Layers of fried Aubergine, Marinara, Mozzarella, and Basil

    Branzino al Limone
    Mediterranean Sea Bass Fillet with lemon-caper butter sauce and sautéed dark greens

    Dolci (Desserts)

    Tiramisu
    Classic Italian Dessert with Layers of Espresso-Soaked Ladyfingers, Mascarpone, and Cocoa.

    Pistachio Panna Cotta
    Silky Smooth Panna Cotta Infused with Sicilian Pistachios and Topped with a Raspberry Coulis.

    Affogato al Caffè
    Vanilla Gelato "drowned" in a Shot of Hot Espresso, with an optional splash of Amaretto.

    Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta
    A creamy, delicate custard infused with Madagascar vanilla and served with a fresh berry compote.

  • A collage of four images showing various appetizers on serving platters. The top left features cucumber cups filled with diced vegetables and topped with sesame seeds. The top right has crostini with slices of ham and chopped pistachios. The bottom left displays small black square crackers with a bright pink spread and garnished with green herbs. The bottom right shows colorful salads served in ornate spoons and bowls, with vegetables and herbs.

    Canapés & Small Bites

    Perfect as an add-on to a dinner or as a stand-alone canapé party selection.

    Meat Canapés

    Lemon Honey Ricotta Crostini
    Prosciutto, Thyme, Pistachios

    Smoked Duck & Fig Jam Crostini
    Micro Watercress

    Lamb Kofta Skewers
    Cucumber Yogurt Dip

    Mini Chorizo & Manchego Skewers

    Marinated olives, fresh oregano

    Bacon Wrapped Dates
    Honey Glaze

    Fish & Seafood Canapés:

    Beetroot-Cured Smoked Salmon
    Cucumber, Crème Fraiche, Micro Herbs

    Thai Fish Cakes with Local Sole
    Sweet Chili, Coriander

    Smoked Mackerel Pâté
    Cucumber, Pickled Beetroot

    Tiny Crab Cakes
    Lemon Aioli, Dill

    Mini Potato Rösti
    Sour Cream, Chives, Trout Roe

    Grilled Prawn Skewers
    Chili-lime marinade, coriander leaf

    Vegetarian Canapés:

    Classic Devilled Egg
    Parsley, Pomegranate, Smoked Paprika

    Roasted Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates
    Walnuts, Rosemary

    Butternut Squash Frittata Bites

    Cheddar, Chive & Thyme Gougères

    Dried Apricots with Cornish Blue Cheese, Walnut, Rosemary, Lostwithiel Honey

    Mini Greek Salad Bites
    Cucumber, Olive Tapenade, Pepper Drop, Feta

    Pear & Brie Phyllo Cups
    Caramelized Walnuts, Honey

    Courgette & Parmesan Fritters
    Served with Tzatziki

    Herbed Mushroom & Truffle Arancini
    With Aioli Dip

    Whipped Feta on Cucumber Rounds
    Dill, Mint & Lemon Zest

    Mini Caprese Skewers
    Heirloom Tomato, Bocconcini, Basil, Balsamic Glaze

    Seared Polenta Squares
    Roasted Pepper & Olive Tapenade

    Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Cups
    Toasted Seeds, Micro Herbs (Vegan)

    Goat Cheese Mousse in Cucumber Cups, Candied Pecans

    Bite-Sized Falafel Balls
    With Tahini Sauce (Vegan)

    Chilled Pea & Mint Soup Shots
    Parmesan Crisp