Desiderata Kitchen by Chef Ciara

BTR Dinner curated to align with the mission of the YWCA. Thank you and your guests for welcoming us and having an open mind to see how humble ingredients can be elevated.

Much of this menu was a reminder of the process from my childhood to now. It was about transformation.
Taking what is often overlooked, underestimated, or familiar and nurturing it with care, intention, and support until it becomes something refined and undeniable.
Every course told that story and when women are given the space, resources, and support to grow… what unfolds is powerful.
Honored to create an experience that reflects that journey and the work of the .

Nothing wasted...Everything repurposed.

It was a pleasure hosting the La Capitale Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. These women are truly a class act.💚 We love creating spaces where people can gather, connect, and make lasting memories around the table...especially when Desiderata Kitchen's food is part of it.

Planning an intimate event? We'd love to host you at our 3rd Street venue.

The Franklins loading... 🤍💙
A wonderful rehearsal dinner for such a beautiful couple.
One more sleep until forever.

March was a reminder of how far I’ve come…
Of the rooms I had to stand in alone.
Of the moments I smiled while carrying things no one could see.
In March, I was honored to receive the 2026 Innovation & Impact Award from 101 Women in Business. And honestly, I’m still learning how to celebrate moments like this.
So much of what people see is business…but this is me in real life too.
I’ve handled life the same way I handle my business daily...with gratitude, grit, humility, resilience, faith, and determination.
This came from the constant work that often goes unnoticed.
The quiet giving that no one sees.
The choosing to keep showing up, even in hard seasons.
This award means more than innovation and impact. For me it represents perseverance. Becoming. Showing up anyway and doing the right thing even when it feels lonely. Even when you feel unseen or overlooked. God sees you! Stay the course!
Grateful for every lesson, every setback, every answered prayer, and every person who has supported me along the way. 🤍✨

For the great women of First Pilgrim Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Geismar.


Chef Ciara

EHS Prom Dinner 💙💛
An intimate night we had the honor of hosting in-house. Yes, we cater! And...yes, we host events in our event space.
Ready to book your next event with us?

A little flashback moment ✨💛
One thing about me… this is who I am at the core.
I believe in pouring into others the same way I’ve been poured into.
No gatekeeping. No holding back.
If I’ve learned it, I’ll share it. If I’ve been blessed with it, I’ll pass it on.
And the joy I feel? It’s in these moments… when their eyes light up after trying something for the first time, or taking pride in what they’ve created. That means everything to me. 🤍
I just happen to own this business… but it is deeper than that.
Especially in this Easter season, I’m reminded why I move this way.
Because love was given freely to me, so I give it freely to others.
That’s how I pay it forward. 🌿