Vanillamore

I am excited to share that I still have a few dates open for the upcoming holiday season. I would love to bring my passion to create unique culinary experiences into your home.
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Limited weekend dates are still available for November & December:
Sunday, November 13th
Friday, December 2nd
Sunday, December 11th
Friday, December 16th
Additionally, several December weeknights are available.
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Chef Risa's boutique catering company combines her extensive knowledge of restaurant-style menus, dedication to hospitality & passion for education.
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Sweet Expressions/Foodies Cooking School, Denville NJ


• Pastabilities Galore - Wednesday 9/7 - 4pm-6pm

• Fresh Thai Favorites - Wednesday 9/21 - 4pm-6pm

• Sushi Workshop - Wednesday 10/19 - 4pm-6pm

• Fall Comfort Food - Wednesday 11/9- 4pm-6pm

• Soups & Stews - Wednesday 11/30 - 4pm-6pm

• Holiday Cookies & Chocolate Making - Saturday 12/3 - 11am-2pm

Kings Cooking Studio, Short Hills NJ


• Fabulous Gluten Free Desserts - Sunday 9/18 - 12pm-3pm

• Latin Tapas - Friday 9/23 - 6pm-9pm

• Stone Fruit Desserts - Wednesday 9/28 - 6pm-9pm

• Tea Time (family class!) - Sunday 10/2 - 10am-12pm

• Fall for Squash - Wednesday 10/12 - 6pm-9pm

• Moroccan Nights - Friday 10/14 - 6pm-9pm

• Taste of Thai - Sunday 10/30 - 1pm-4pm

Cheese and dessert boards created for a recent event!

Want to learn how to make some of ’s signature desserts? Join chef on Tuesday March 29th from 4-6pm at inside of !
In this hands on class, you will learn how to make Gooey Butter Cakes, Pecan Bread Pudding, and Dark Chocolate Salami.
**bonus giveaway**
We will be raffling off a copy of Risa’s cookbook Sweet. Savory. Social. during class!

I had such a blast cooking for a lovely couple on Monday night.

Menu highlights include:
• Flank Steak with Chimichurri and Garlic Roasted Fingerlings
• Cumin Roasted Rainbow Carrots with Lemon Yogurt Sauce
• Coconut Angelfood Cake with Toasted Meringue, Blackberries and Lime Zest

Anyone else ready to make plans for Spring?! We are already dreaming up menus filled with all of the fresh fruits and vegetables that the season has to offer. Contact us to plan your Spring dinner party!

What has Chef Risa been up to lately? Dinner parties, cooking classes, menu development and more!
Read about it in her latest newsletter. Link in bio 🔝

2 dinner parties this weekend = lots of braised short ribs! 💕

Sweet. Savory. Social. was recently featured in ’s 2021 Cookbook Gift Guide! 📚🎁It includes our Sweet Potato Gnocchi recipe! 🍠🥔
Check it out on northjersey.com and order your copy at chefrisa.com.

Hi! 👋🏻 I’ve been pretty quiet here the past few months. I’ve been busy creating private dining experiences for amazing clients, teaching cooking classes at , and feeding my 14 month old many new foods!
Check out my website ChefRisa.com for more information about my boutique catering services - I am booking up quickly during the holiday season, so reach out soon! You can also purchase the Vanillamore Cookbook : Sweet. Savory. Social. - it’s the perfect holiday gift!

Getting ready for a private dinner for two tonight! Excited that the couple chose two Vanillamore favorites - Chorizo & Figs with Parmesan Polenta and Strawberry Cream Puffs.
Celebrate your next special occasion with a chef-prepared dinner in your home! Check out ChefRisa.com for more details.