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
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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
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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- CorianderCornish 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
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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 seedsAsparagus & 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 harissaRoasted 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
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. -

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 BasilBranzino al Limone
Mediterranean Sea Bass Fillet with lemon-caper butter sauce and sautéed dark greensDolci (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. -

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, PistachiosSmoked Duck & Fig Jam Crostini
Micro WatercressLamb Kofta Skewers
Cucumber Yogurt DipMini Chorizo & Manchego Skewers
Marinated olives, fresh oregano
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Honey GlazeFish & Seafood Canapés:
Beetroot-Cured Smoked Salmon
Cucumber, Crème Fraiche, Micro HerbsThai Fish Cakes with Local Sole
Sweet Chili, CorianderSmoked Mackerel Pâté
Cucumber, Pickled BeetrootTiny Crab Cakes
Lemon Aioli, DillMini Potato Rösti
Sour Cream, Chives, Trout RoeGrilled Prawn Skewers
Chili-lime marinade, coriander leafVegetarian Canapés:
Classic Devilled Egg
Parsley, Pomegranate, Smoked PaprikaRoasted Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates
Walnuts, RosemaryButternut Squash Frittata Bites
Cheddar, Chive & Thyme GougèresDried Apricots with Cornish Blue Cheese, Walnut, Rosemary, Lostwithiel Honey
Mini Greek Salad Bites
Cucumber, Olive Tapenade, Pepper Drop, FetaPear & Brie Phyllo Cups
Caramelized Walnuts, HoneyCourgette & Parmesan Fritters
Served with TzatzikiHerbed Mushroom & Truffle Arancini
With Aioli DipWhipped Feta on Cucumber Rounds
Dill, Mint & Lemon ZestMini Caprese Skewers
Heirloom Tomato, Bocconcini, Basil, Balsamic GlazeSeared Polenta Squares
Roasted Pepper & Olive TapenadeRoasted 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