About Me

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I am a mother of a very beautiful and brilliant daughter, a grandmother to a very delightful and super intelligent granddaughter that steals my heart,a dashing and curious little grandson and wonderful son-in-law. I am a recent retiree from the armed forces (Army) of 24 years. Active in my local church and mentor young women on being the best that they can be. Currently I am living my dream out loud. I have always wanted to become a Chef, Having met the requirements to call myself a chef, I am now in my final stretch at the Institute of Culinary Arts at Metropolitan Community College in Omaha,NE to complete my Associates degree as a culinarian. Hosting social gatherings is my element of comfort and now i can do it like a professional Chef! Cooking it up, is comfort for the soul. Yes, I,m living my dream out loud and loving it!

Saturday, February 16, 2013

Chef for Hire!


Chef Perthedia is well versed on different cultures, and versatile in her style of cooking. She's a master at creating great presentations to match the palate flavored Cuisines that dance in your mouth. Catering and Event planning has been her passion for years.  She prides herself on offering an excellent variety, flavor, and most importantly stellar customer service. I will do my best to create your dream event. I’m blessed with a gift to see the big picture, and the art of your special event. I can give you something no other catering company can, versatility and a wide variety of good food. I can plan every aspect of your event, or just provide the food. I do seated 3-7 course meals, passed Hors d' oeuvres, or a buffet setup. Let me plan your next event, and make sure you tell a friend.

Thursday, October 21, 2010

Gourmet cooking classes at the YMCA

Thanks for stopping by to check out more about how you can attend a Gourmet cooking session at the Butler Gates YMCA.

Check out what's left:
October 28, 2010

Starter: Acorn squash and bacon soup
Salad: Bibb Lettuce salad
Entree': Stuffed Pork tenderloin w Plum glaze, Cous Cous and Sauteed spinach
Dessert: Stuffed Crepe Delight
Beverage: Cranberry Spritzer

November 4, 2010

Appetizer:Tapenade w/ seasoned croutons
Salad: Pickled Cucumber Salad
Entree: Seared Scallop w/Buttered Lobster, Pommes Noisette, Sauteed Kohlrabi
Dessert: Poached Pears in White Wine sauce
Beverage: Cranberry White Wine

November 11, 2010

Appetizer:Potato Croquette
Salad: Roasted Tomato Salad w/ Spring leaves and a Sherry vinaigrette
Entree: Beef Burgundy of Filet Mignon,Rice Pilaf, Sauteed Mushrooms
Dessert: Peach Berry Sorbet w Orange Candied sugar
Beverage: Red Wine-Merlot

Reserve your seat for one or more of these dates for $30.00 a session. Not only enjoy the meal but get involved in cooking with the classic styles of Escouffier, the classical french cuisine cooking styles.

Please post any questions along with your email for personal responses.

Monday, March 29, 2010

A la Carte Cookery

Well here we are once again, but this time, cooking it up A la Carte!


Welcome to the Sage Breakfast Menu crew at Metro Community College!

Introducing the team:

Chef Perthedia
Chef Dawn
Chef Patti
Chef Randall
Manager Shawn
and overseeing it all, the renowned Chef Garvey!

So, A la Carte is all about handling the full breakfast menu by line order. Here is where the fun begins and I must say I am already having a ball serving it up.
Omelet no pork, ORDER UP! It's all about knowing the menu, working your skills and hustle, yes, more hustle. We're getting our hands right in the mix of it all. Tight quarters, side by side dependency on your counterparts and most of all attention to details. Now it is time to show the public just what you've been learning behind the scene. Tillman Platter hold the cakes, bacon wheat, ORDER! Well as you can see, even I am am updating you the orders just keep on coming. As I was saying attention to detail is very important. From person to person orders change variations can be made due to many reasons such as dietary, allergies, preparation preference well you get the idea. The thing to keep in mind is getting it right (Parfait no chips ORDER UP!)see they didn't want the chocolate with theirs. Well looks like the breakfast crowd is coming in pretty heavy now, check in later I'll let you know how things are going. Fried egg sandwich ORDER UP, Fruit cup ORDER UP! Rosti no bac, ORDER!