Pocono Palate

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Pocono Palate

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Private Chef & Elevated Dinner Parties

    Why Choose Pocono Palate

    Award Winning Chef: Chef Joshua Spiess is a Certified Executive Chef with international competition experience, earning numerous medals and accolades from the American Culinary Federation.  


    Local Expertise: We specialize in Poconos dinner parties and private chef services, understanding the lodging market and local expectations in the Pocono region.  


    Fully Custom Menus: Whether it's a cozy three-course dinner for ten or a grand culinary event for 50+, we customize everything to suit your taste, dietary needs, and style.  


    Simple Planning: You choose the date, and we handle everything else—shopping, prep, cooking, serving, and cleanup, ensuring your experience with our private chef Poconos service is seamless.  


    Memorable Experiences: Transform dinner-time into an elevated event—relaxed and fully taken care of—making every occasion unforgettable.

    HOW IT WORKS

    1. Consultation & Menu Design


    We start by exploring your vision for your culinary events, including guest count, dietary preferences, venue (home, cabin, lodge, event space), and date. Together, we craft a custom menu that suits your taste and the region, ensuring a delightful experience with our Poconos catering services.


    2. Flat Rate Pricing & Booking


    We charge a flat per-person rate for our Poconos private chef services, so you know your budget in advance. Payment is accepted up front (one week prior to your event) and includes menu planning, ingredients, prep, and cooking. We offer flexible payment methods: cash, check, Venmo, and Zelle.


    3. On-Site Preparation & Service


    On event day, we complete light prep off-site, then finish cooking and present the meal at your location in the Poconos. With our dedicated private chef Poconos team, you can relax and enjoy seamless service while you mingle.

    Savor the flavors of the Poconos with an Award Winning Chef

    Chef Joshua Spiess discovered his love for cooking at an early age and began his quest in professional kitchens at age 15. After graduating from Johnson & Wales University, he later joined the US Army, where he was a member of the United States Army Culinary Arts Team. This team competed on the international stage at prestigious culinary events, including the World Culinary Olympics/IKA in Erfurt, Germany, and two Culinary World Cups in Luxembourg. 


    Throughout his career, Chef Joshua has accumulated an impressive collection of awards, including 17 gold, 6 silver, and 6 bronze medals from the American Culinary Federation and World Association of Chefs Societies, along with 7 best in show accolades. 


    As a Certified Executive Chef and Certified Judge with the American Culinary Federation, he also holds a Certified Food Manager designation through the International Food Service Executives of America. Chef Joshua earned an Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales and a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management from the University of West Florida. 


    One of his most significant achievements is being named the 2010 Chef of the Year, and he is proud to be one of the youngest chefs inducted into the American Academy of Chefs, the honor society of the American Culinary Federation. With his expertise, Chef Joshua now offers exceptional Poconos catering and private chef services, making him an ideal choice for those seeking a private chef in the Poconos.

    Sample Menus

    Pocono Fine Dining 3 Course Menu

    Showcasing local farms, forests, lakes, and seasonal mountain ingredients, our culinary events highlight the best of Poconos catering. Whether you're looking for a Poconos private chef or private chef services, we ensure a farm-to-table experience that celebrates the region's rich resources.

    Roasted Delicata Squash

    Experience the exquisite flavor of maple-lacquered delicata squash, paired with baby arugula, shaved fennel, toasted pumpkin seeds, cranberries, and Birchrun Hills blue cheese, all drizzled with a wildflower-honey vinaigrette. 

    Pan-Seared Rainbow Trout

    Enjoy a culinary experience featuring crispy-skin trout, complemented by charred lemon-thyme butter, alongside roasted fingerling potatoes and wilted rainbow chard. 

    Warm Apple & Maple Butter Tart

    Experience the delightful combination of Northern Appalachian heirloom apples, encased in a flaky butter crust, drizzled with Pennsylvania maple caramel, and topped with cinnamon chantilly.

    Pocono Harvest 3 Course Fine Dining Menu

    Experience elevated regional cuisine at our culinary events, featuring woodland aromatics and locally sourced ingredients, perfect for Poconos catering. Whether you're looking for a private chef in the Poconos or private chef services for a special occasion, we ensure a memorable dining experience.

    Smoked Beet & Goat Cheese Terrine

    Experience the exquisite combination of layered golden and ruby beets, local goat cheese mousse, hazelnut crumb, micro herbs, and a blackberry-balsamic reduction.

    Seared Duck Breast

    Experience a culinary event like no other with wildflower honey lacquer, black garlic jus, rosemary turnips, charred Brussel petals, and spruce-tip salt.

    Black Walnut & Maple Creme Brulee

    Silky maple custard infused with Pennsylvania black walnuts, topped with bruleed raw sugar, accompanied by cranberry orange shortbread.

    Contact Us

    Pocono Palate

    785-408-9075 or 850-512-3205 poconopalate@gmail.com

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