Services
Whether it's a weekday dinner or special get together with friends and family, mealtime should be a time to relax, nourish your body and spirit, and renew relationships.
But if you find that mealtime has become a hassle; if menu planning, grocery shopping, food prep, and clean-up is not improving your well-being; Madeline's Table is here to restore that balance to your life.
Save time, money, and calories with our Personal Chef Service. Have that dinner party, summer bbq, or special celebration you've been meaning to schedule with the assistance of our Personal Catering Service and have as much fun as your guests! Learn how to make Pad Thai, Sushi, grilled Pizza, or decadent Chocolate Lava Cakes in a one-on-one class or with a bunch of friends. Madeline's Table is loaded with fresh, delicious, beautiful food ready for you to enjoy!
About the Chef
Madeline's Table was founded in 2005 out of a desire to bring real food to the busy families of central New Jersey. Many people point to their ethnic heritage for culinary inspiration and experience. This Jersey Girl says "Growing up in New Jersey we had the best of all culinary worlds. In New Jersey's suburbs you can you get awesome Italian, fabulous Indian, authentic Thai, and spectacular Polish foods all within a 10 mile radius?"
A culinary adventurer, Kathleen has traveled throughout the US, South America, Europe, and Asia, learning the varied techniques of regional and ethnic cuisines from master cooks and chefs.
Introduced at an early age to the joys of cooking, she learned how to prepare the perfect chicken soup with homemade noodles from her Hungarian grandmother, and the art of cookie and cake baking from her mother, a professional baker.
Kathleen is a graduate of the Culinary Business Academy and a member of the United States Personal Chef Association. She is also an active member of the Central Jersey Bicycle Club, and knows all the great places to stop for a bagel and a latte off of New Jersey's back roads.
Kathleen uses healthy cooking techniques in combination with fresh, seasonal ingredients to prepare meals that are balanced, flavorful, and affordable. Kathleen enjoys introducing her clients to ethnic ingredients and cuisines.
A culinary instructor for over 12 years, Kathleen's goal is to help her students, adults or children, experience delicious food while having fun with the creative process of cooking.
frequently asked questions
What is a Personal Chef Service?
A Personal Chef helps couples to enjoy a quality time, bring families together for meals, and helps singles to eat healthier. Busy families hire a Personal Chef to eat better and have more time to spend doing the things they really enjoy.
How we start - First, Kathleen will meet with you to complete an interview to customize meals, determine dinner time favorites, discuss allergies and dislikes
Next - Your Personal Chef will shop for the freshest ingredients and then arrive at your home to prepare a variety of delicious meals. Your freezer and refrigerator will be stocked with meals that you can then heat when you get home from your busy day.
Personal Chefs typically work for several clients, unlike a Private Chef that works for only one client. Personal Chefs are known for providing custom in-home catering, party assistance, and holiday cooking.
Each Personal Chef owns their own business so you are assured that you are working with a professional.
What if I am trying to lose weight or am on a special diet?
A personal chef can help you to achieve your weight loss goals by preparing menus that meet the requirements of your diet.
With the convenience of a tv dinner but far more variety, you will enjoy your custom prepared meals and be able to stick to your diet more easily.
What areas do you service?
New Jersey - Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlsex, Monmouth, and Somerset Counties
Pennsylvania - Bucks County
How are prices determined?
Pricing is based on a number of factors including the number of servings to be prepared and requests for specific ingredients.
Prices range from $13 to $20 per serving, including sides. The number of servings can be adjusted to meet your family's needs.
What other services are available?
Check out the Madeline's Table website at www.madelinestable.com for details on our personal catering, kids parties, and cooking classes