Chef Tana J Duncan / Salt & Stone Catering

Serves Pacifica, CA

35244

Hired 37 times

10 employees

17 years in business

Not yet available

5.0

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Hours

Sun 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

Mon 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Tues 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Wed 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Thurs 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Fri 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

Sat 9:00 am - 10:00 pm

Credentials

Background Check

Tana Duncan
Completed on 1/9/2021

Introduction

Hello and Good Day! I am a personal and private chef and owner of Salt & Stone Catering + Design, a full service, detail oriented catering company. I have been cooking professionally in one capacity or another for 20 years. With a love for food, art, aesthetics, detail, flavor and a passion for service, I always strive to make sure you and your guests are well-fed, impressed, comfortable and happy. I am based out of the Los Gatos Mountains but travel the greater Bay Area, South Bay, Peninsula, SF, Marin, Carmel and beyond. Cooking style: I am a vibrant flavor forward chef with a love of fresh herbs, spices and depth. I love fresh/citrus/exciting. I dabble in most cuisines with my specialities being Mediterranean, fresh Italian, French, American/fusion, Asian fusion and Latin/Mexican. I like experimenting with flavor combinations while also having a love for tradition. Equally as comfortable with comfort foods or simple and healthy. I am well versed in most dietary restrictions, allergies, preferences etc and am happy to make substitutions. Catering and Events: From 4 person 8 course dinner parties to 150 person cocktail & appetizers or 200 person formal weddings, and everything in between, I love doing events. I know the importance of the meal and instead of taking on as many events as possible, I like to put the right amount of attention to detail into each one for the most exceptional experience. I offer sample menus to choose from or voice to your specific desires and restrictions. Ultimately, all menus are curated for the individual. I offer wine and cocktail pairing and event styling as well. I locally source the best quality ingredients and really aim for a 'wow' factor. This is especially fun for anniversaries, birthdays, weddings and other events. I offer three sit down packages; 3-4 course dinner, 4-5 with appetizers or 7+ course tasting menu dinners. Also available for event appetizer/meals, family style and tapas Weekly in-home chef service: Sick of cooking and ordering out? I have a limited number of days I do in-Home chef work. We work on goals & menu preferences then on your day, I do the shopping and come prepare meals to be eaten throughout the wee. Great way to get healthy delicious meals without the work! 2024 edit: Currently Booked! Sorry! Nutrition based meal prep service (contracts only not available for full time chef service): Specific dietary macros needed? I've got you. I have worked with UFC, NBA, MLB and NFL athletes to help them reach their nutrition and fitness goals in the most delicious way possible. Aviation/Charter Catering Service: For private jet or yacht service. The best quality meals with an emphasis on detail with easily transported, heated and served meals. *COVID/illness note- Myself and my staff are all vaccinated, take health precautions, are all food handlers or food management certified and are committed to the health of our guests. Fully catering license, insured and experienced. I have full service staffing and can offer a one stop shop for your event needs. Thank you for your time and I hope you check out my websites and Instagram for more information and photos! Tana J Duncan

Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

Pricing is done on a per person basis with a $1000 minimum all in for all events. The price per person ranges drastically based on guest amount, meal and location. I offer competitive rates for the area :) The price per person is the base and then taxes, rentals, alcohol and fees are separate. I like to come at each event from an extremely personal and detail oriented way. I choose to take on less events and perfect them. I take pride in using the highest quality ingredients and ethically/locally source.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

I like to arrange an initial consultation call to discuss details and then from there we can do an intake form and menu discussion via email. I do have a number of seasonal menus on my website to look at!

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

-Short order chef//Wrap & Roll cafe- 2004-06 -Menu curation and development working in LA with celebrity personal chef and multiple restaurants- 2006-09 -Had a variety of food/desserts in 10 farmers markets in the bay, head dessert chef for restaurant 2009-12 -Head chef and treatment coordinator for an exclusive detox and rehab clinic 2011-13 -Personal chef/Private chef for families, athletes and businesses in the SF bay area 2010-current -Catering company- 2015-current

How did you get started doing this type of work?

Approaching 20 years of professional chef work I started with passion for flavor, nutrition and desire to create food as art. After short order chef work I apprenticed with a celebrity chef in LA for two years as I built my repertoire and expanded skills. The rest is personal chef history.

What types of customers have you worked with?

I have worked with all kinds of clients, from professional athletes, tech magnates and celebrities to local intimate family dinners, local business holiday parties, micro weddings, macro weddings, fancy passed tapas to comfort food. For those looking for a great experience with a bespoke menu, visually exciting execution and attention to detail Or if you just want a lovely in-home enjoyable meal without the hassle of cooking yourself . I provide the full range.