Welcome! Here you will find information on the private chef services I offer to those looking for a unique and globally inspired dining experience, no matter the occasion.

My specialty and style, being Cuban cuisine, is creatively infused with French, Chinese and Caribbean, all of which I grew up eating and have inspired my own cooking. Cuban and Latin food in general, is a delicious collage of these rich cultures and cuisines, creating something very unique and appetizing to the palate. However, I am here to create and execute a beautiful menu for you and your guests, no matter the cuisine. I'm available to do a large variety of different style foods, especially with global themes. My international travels serve an equal amount of inspiration in my kitchen as I research, work with, and create with chefs all over the world. 

PRIVATE CHEF AND IN-HOME LESSONS

Having a personal or private chef, one-on-one and small group or in-home personal cooking lessons are a great way to alleviate the dilemma of what to cook at home! Don't have time to cook? Don't know what to cook? Or need to learn how to chop an onion? How to cook that favorite steak of yours? How to make flan? Call me! I’ll come to your home and we’ll go through some basics and then prepare a simple, yet creative entrée! And you get the credit!

My philosophy in being a Private Chef is to offer my client the best quality foods, using fresh ingredients, keeping your health needs in mind, and all presented in a chic way. I'm all about time efficiency. Ultimately, my goal is to leave you with a special experience of fine dining and entertainment in the process.

For catering, personal chef services and in-home lessons, email me at bren at flanboyanteats dot com for pricing.

Prviate Chef & Catering

Following are some of my private clients and events I have cooked for privately (and catered) and other events I am available for:

• 45th Birthday Party (75 ppl) Wash. DC , 2012
• Christmas Holiday Party for Real Estate Firm (50 ppl) Wash. DC, 2012
• Private Fundraiser for (R) GA Gubernatorial candidate John Oxendine (80 ppl) (2010)
• 45th Birthday Party (75 ppl) 2012
• Christmas Holiday Party for Real Estate Firm (50 ppl) 2012
• Chef's of the World Private Fundraiser (2009/2010)
• Suntrust Bank 
• 50th Birthday Party (private), Avondale, GA 
• Father’s Day Dinner for Thomas Dortch, Jr, Chairman Emeritus of 100 Black Men of America, Inc., Atlanta, Ga (2008)
• The Charter School (elementary), Atlanta, Ga (2009)
• 40th Wedding Anniversary, Washington, DC (2008)
• Henderson Home Fundraiser, Atlanta, Ga
• Grammy-winning group OUTKAST
• 10 time Grammy-winning Latin jazz artist Paquito D'Rivera (2007-present)
• Super music producer Isaac Hayes, III aka “Ike Dirty” (2007-present)
• D.C. Mayoral Candidate (2004-2005)

Special Events

• Wedding Rehearsal Dinner
• Bridal & Bachelorette Parties
  
• Baby Showers
• Weddings (up to 200 guests)
• Weekly Office Lunch
• Childrens' Parties
• Retirement
• Graduations
• Anniversaries
• New births
• Private Functions (seminars, meetings, fundraisers)
• Company Team Building Projects
• Valentine’s Day
• Holidays
• New Years (rates vary)
• Ceremonial
• Sorority and Fraternity Events
• Baptisms
• Gubernatorial Candidate Fundraisers
• Girl's Night In
• In-home Private Cooking Lesson 

AND MORE! 

If you have a special need or event you would like catered or privately designed to your palates' desire, please send me an email to schedule a phone consultation. This is just to get an idea of what you are looking for and how I can best help you prepare for your special occasion. For a sample menu, please send an email to bren {at} flanboyanteats {dot} com.

I have established a small, yet talented and passionate group of chefs and cooks that love to develop distinct menus for our clients. You will be fully taken care of and pleasantly satisfied!

I look forward to offering you a delicious & memorable experience.

Bren-

Welcome! Here you will find information on the private chef services I offer to those looking for a unique and globally inspired dining experience, no matter the occasion.

My specialty and style, being Cuban cuisine, is creatively infused with French, Chinese and Caribbean, all of which I grew up eating and have inspired my own cooking. Cuban and Latin food in general, is a delicious collage of these rich cultures and cuisines, creating something very unique and appetizing to the palate. However, I am here to create and execute a beautiful menu for you and your guests, no matter the cuisine. I'm available to do a large variety of different style foods, especially with global themes. My international travels serve an equal amount of inspiration in my kitchen as I research, work with, and create with chefs all over the world. 

We are pleased and thrilled to announce private cooking classes this summer for small groups. Private chef and TV personality, Bren Herrera, will be hosting a series of exciting demo and hands-on cooking classes where students will learn techniques, flavor pairings, seasonal trends and ingredients and get to enjoy a delectable meal or tasting* they made! Each class is custom-tailored and designed to make every 2-hour class very interactive and enjoyable, while educational. You’ll walk away full, happy, skilled and ready for another class

COOKING  CLASS SCHEDULE, SUMMER 2015

JUNE  

June 23,  11 am

Summer Grilling: 3 different skewers and sauces to pair

In this hands-on class, Bren will introduce you to fun ways to grill this summer: 3 different skewers and sauces to pair. We'll be griling summer veggies, chicken, steak and shrimp, and seasonal fruit with ice cream. You'll be amazed at the notes fruits take on when grilled. We'll also be making a delcious sauce for each skewer. Think chipotle cognac glaze for the fruits! Celebrate your new grilling techniques with a perfect lemon basil mocktini, using locally grown lemons and basil. Walk away a new skill and full recipes. 

$105

HANDS-ON

Whole Foods Fair Lakes

4501 Market Commons Dr., Fairfax, VA 22033

REGISTER HERE: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-grilling-3-different-skewers-and-sauces-to-pair-lemon-basil-mocktinis-tickets-17394112258

June 28th, 10 am 

Pickle Me Pink: Pickling Summer Vegetables

Love burgers? Take your favorite juicy burger or sandwich to the next level with pickled toppings. Learn the tricks and techniques to pickling foods like celery, onions, carrots, and more, using herbs and spices new at Whole Foods. Bren will talk about the various ways to use, incorporate and store pickled foods. We’ll be tasting hummus with pickled toppings. 

DEMO

Whole Foods Fair Lakes

4501 Market Commons Dr., Fairfax, VA 22033

JULY 

July 9^th, 1pm

Taste of Mexico: Tuna ceviche, guacamole, hibiscus tea, arroz con leche

$80

HANDS-ON

Whole Foods Fair Lakes

4501 Market Commons Dr., Fairfax, VA 22033

July 23^rd, 6pm

Fun and Fancy: Fig and truffle pizza, chickpea fries, dark chocolate bread pudding, bubbly and elderflower liqueur.

$110

HANDS-ON

Whole Foods Fair Lakes

4501 Market Commons Dr., Fairfax, VA 22033

July 26^th, 11am

Brunch in Style: Poached eggs, salmon tartare, roasted herbed potatoes au gratin, English pea soup, rosemary mimosa

$105

HANDS-ON

(Location TBD) 

AUGUST (Times and locations TBD. We will update soon!)

August 6th

Global fare: Spicy braised oxtail, curry mushroom risotto, summer squash, and tiramisu

$95

DEMO*

August 16th

Latin America Flare: Grilled salmon with mango relish, garlic quinoa, watermelon gazpacho, and coconut paletas

$105

HANDS-ON

August 27th

Taste of Spain: Papas bravas, boquerones, gazpacho, and white sangria.

$105

HANDS-ON

Coming Soon! 

Provence Cooking: Ratatouille, potato galette, lavender iced tea, lavender crème brulee 

Caribbean: Cake and cod, rice and peas, carrot and raisin ginger salad, ginger beer

Taste of Italy: Beef or turkey mushroom ragout, arugula salad with anchovy and blood orange, Struffoli

Taste of Cuba, II: Roasted chicken (pollo asado), black beans, malanga fritters, the real mojito 

Vegetarian Lifestyle 

Herbal infusions 

Pressure Cooking: The Art of Time

*All classes are limited to 8 people. Each class is at least 2 hours, no more than 2.5. First come, first served.

*Please arrive 10 minutes before start time so that we can all begin promptly. Every minute counts! 

*If you registered for yourself only, you will be paired with another single guest to make your dishes. 

*If you are coming with another person, please add a note when making payment so that we know to hold two seats. 

*Wine and cocktails can be purchased separately for $8 per glass or drink, unless included in class or noted otherwise.

* We love for you to share your amazing skills! If sharing on social, feel free to use hash tag #ChefBrenDC or #FlanboyantEats  

* Please email B@BrenHerrera.com with any questions.

* Menu items, times and dates are be subject to change depending on availability. We try our best not to, but sometimes we don’t have control over

availability. 

* Please make payment via the respective EventBrite event. Classes are non-refundable.

PRIVATE CHEF AND IN-HOME LESSONS

Having a personal or private chef, one-on-one and small group or in-home personal cooking lessons are a great way to alleviate the dilemma of what to cook at home! Don't have time to cook? Don't know what to cook? Or need to learn how to chop an onion? How to cook that favorite steak of yours? How to make flan? Call me! I’ll come to your home and we’ll go through some basics and then prepare a simple, yet creative entrée! And you get the credit!

My philosophy in being a Private Chef is to offer my client the best quality foods, using fresh ingredients, keeping your health needs in mind, and all presented in a chic way. I'm all about time efficiency. Ultimately, my goal is to leave you with a special experience of fine dining and entertainment in the process.

For catering, personal chef services and in-home lessons, email me at bren at flanboyanteats dot com for pricing.

Prviate Chef & Catering

Following are some of my private clients and events I have cooked for privately (and catered) and other events I am available for:

• 45th Birthday Party (75 ppl) Wash. DC , 2012
• Christmas Holiday Party for Real Estate Firm (50 ppl) Wash. DC, 2012
• Private Fundraiser for (R) GA Gubernatorial candidate John Oxendine (80 ppl) (2010)
• 45th Birthday Party (75 ppl) 2012
• Christmas Holiday Party for Real Estate Firm (50 ppl) 2012
• Chef's of the World Private Fundraiser (2009/2010)
• Suntrust Bank 
• 50th Birthday Party (private), Avondale, GA 
• Father’s Day Dinner for Thomas Dortch, Jr, Chairman Emeritus of 100 Black Men of America, Inc., Atlanta, Ga (2008)
• The Charter School (elementary), Atlanta, Ga (2009)
• 40th Wedding Anniversary, Washington, DC (2008)
• Henderson Home Fundraiser, Atlanta, Ga
• Grammy-winning group OUTKAST
• 10 time Grammy-winning Latin jazz artist Paquito D'Rivera (2007-present)
• Super music producer Isaac Hayes, III aka “Ike Dirty” (2007-present)
• D.C. Mayoral Candidate (2004-2005)

Special Events

• Wedding Rehearsal Dinner
• Bridal & Bachelorette Parties
  
• Baby Showers
• Weddings (up to 200 guests)
• Weekly Office Lunch
• Childrens' Parties
• Retirement
• Graduations
• Anniversaries
• New births
• Private Functions (seminars, meetings, fundraisers)
• Company Team Building Projects
• Valentine’s Day
• Holidays
• New Years (rates vary)
• Ceremonial
• Sorority and Fraternity Events
• Baptisms
• Gubernatorial Candidate Fundraisers
• Girl's Night In
• In-home Private Cooking Lesson 

AND MORE! 

If you have a special need or event you would like catered or privately designed to your palates' desire, please send me an email to schedule a phone consultation. This is just to get an idea of what you are looking for and how I can best help you prepare for your special occasion. For a sample menu, please send an email to bren {at} flanboyanteats {dot} com.

I have established a small, yet talented and passionate group of chefs and cooks that love to develop distinct menus for our clients. You will be fully taken care of and pleasantly satisfied!

I look forward to offering you a delicious & memorable experience.

Bren-