Elevate your visit to Puerto Rico with
A PRIVATE CHEF EXPERIENCE
Meet Chef Nivia
I share my deep-rooted passion for Puerto Rico's vibrant culture by warmly introducing guests to our authentic cuisine, crafted with the finest products cultivated by local farmers and infused with my secret ingredient: a generous pinch of love. This culinary journey is a tribute to the memories I hold dear, inspired by my beloved grandmother. Together, we'd roam her garden, gathering aromatic herbs and spices, and those cherished moments continue to flavor the joy
I find in sharing this culinary experience with you.
Telephone: 939-293-9062
Seasonal Menu
A Taste of Christmas in Puerto Rico
Inspired by fond memories of family gatherings
during the holidays in Puerto Rico.
Choice of Cocktail
Coquito (Puerto Rican Rum, coconut milk, and spices)
Rum Fun Punch
Choice of Appetizer
Alcapurrias (Root vegetable fritters stuffed with picadillo)
Bacalaitos (Cod fritters)
Setas rellenas (Stuffed mushrooms)
Choice of Salad
Season's harvest with homemade vinaigrette
Ensalada de Codito (Puerto Rican elbow macaroni salad)
Choice of Entree
Pernil (Roasted pork with adobo criollo)
Pechuga de pavo rellena
(Roasted turkey breast stuffed with yuca
wrapped in bacon with hibiscus guava sauce)
Filete de res(Beef filet wrapped in bacon
with hibiscus guava sauce)
Filete de mero al mojo isleño
(Local fish filet with island mojo sauce)
Pasteles
(Root vegetable dumplings wrapped in
plantain leaf-vegan option available)
Choice of Side
Arroz con gandules (Rice with pigeon peas)
Majado de viadas
(Mashed local root vegetables)
Viandas en Escabeche
(Yuca or green bananas in briny marinade)
Choice of Dessert
Tembleque (Coconut pudding)
Homemade flan
“What an amazing experience Nivia provided!
It was thoughtful, professional, tidy, and tasty.
The food was delicious and presented beautifully!”
Julia Stenger
At Your Service
Telephone: 939-293-9062 | Email: chefnivia@cookingwithnivia.com
Tell me a little about your event so I can
begin the creation process.
