~Appetizers~

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Mushroom & Tomato Bruschetta 

This appetizer is loaded with flavor. You will enjoy the mushrooms, tomatoes, and garlic flavors that will have you asking for more. It is perfect before a pasta meal and pairs well with a Chianti or Pinot Noir. It can also be served alongside an antipasto platter.    

Garlic Butter Scallops: 

Do you want to wow your friends, girlfriend, boyfriend, girlfriend’s girlfriend, boyfriend’s girlfriend… your spouse? or perhaps the future in-laws? This dish is sure to do that. The scallops are perfectly seared and loaded with flavor and served on a bed of arugula.   

Caprese Bites: 

This appetizer is a great wat to serve up a tomato mozzarella salad. The cherry tomatoes, mozzarella and basil are refreshing and pair well with a Pinot Grigio. I call them heaven on a stick. This appetizer is always a hit.     

Tuscan Bean Crostini: 

This appetizer is absolutely delicious!!! It’s a crusty Italian bread brushed with olive oil, toasted in the oven to perfection. I love the contrast of the crusty bread and the creamy beans. You will taste a hint of sage and garlic as you enjoy this appetizer.       

Garlic and Herb Hummus: 

If you are a big fan of hummus, you are going to absolutely love this appetizer. If you have never tried it, you will be instantly hooked. It is loaded with flavors that will have you wanting more. But, be sure to save room for the main dish.   

Shrimp & Crab Ceviche: 

This appetizer is bursting with flavor. The shrimp and crab are cured in citrus juice and spiced with Italian seasonings and served on a crunchy tostada or in a small glass. It is light and refreshing. No matter how you decide to have it… you will love it.        

Antipasto Platter 

This Italian platter has all of your favorites!!! This is typically the first course of a formal Italian meal and will easily serve 10 people. Ingredients include cured meats, various cheeses, olives, spicy peppers,  artichoke hearts, and vegetables served on a large platter. 

Caprese Combo Platter 

This Italian platter is just what you need to get the party started. It is simple and refreshing and will feed 10 people. It is made with sliced fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and sweet basil, and seasoned with salt, extra virgin olive oil and a drizzle of balsamic. Served on a large platter. 

Caprese Salad 

This Italian salad is simple and refreshing. It is made with sliced fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, sweet basil, and seasoned with salt, extra virgin olive oil and a drizzle of balsamic. 

Classic Caesar Salad 

This Classic Caesar salad is a perfect way to get your dinner started. It is loaded with flavor!!!Made with romaine lettuce and croutons and dressed with a classic dressing made from scratch. Feel free to add chicken or salmon. 

Spring Mix 

This salad is a spring mix with tomatoes, red onions, fetta cheese, topped with a few slices of avocadoes and drizzled with a red wine vinaigrette .  

* Minestrone Soup 

Spicy Italian Sausage and White Bean Soup 

Zucchini and Beef Soup 

Albonidgas ~ Meat Ball Soup 

* Margarita Pizza

Our signature pizza

Pepperoni Pizza

Chicken   

Tomato and Basil

Roasted Chicken and Pesto Panini

Classic Panini 

* Pollo Portofino 

This is our signature dish. 

Chicken Picata  

Chicken Pesto and Pasta 

Seared Chicken Thigh w/ Zucchini 

Lemon Garlic Shrimp w/ Pasta 

Pesce Alla Marinara 

Tuscan Butter Salmon 

*Bailey's Crème Brulee

Chocolate Tiramisu

Key Lime Pie

Creamy Lemon Pie

Double Chocolate Biscotti

 The Kitchen Essentials is a guideline to ensure Frank’s ~ Food, Wine, & Dine maintains client kitchen etiquette. This guideline ensures that there is a clear understanding of what you can expect from us and that we build a mutual relationship to ensure your culinary experience the best. Understand that your personal chef is there to provide you with an experience that you will not soon forget, but we want everyone to be safe. Please reference our [COVID] protocols for more information.

1. Please ensure your kitchen is cleaned and ready for your personal chef. Your personal chef usually arrives 15 minutes early.

2. Your personal chef will use your cookware if possible and show you how to best use it. However, your personal chef will make sure they have their own non-stick cookware, cutting board and sharp cutlery. 

3. If using frozen foods, please ensure they are defrosted prior to your personal chefs’ arrival. Instructions will be provided. 

4. If you have specific dietary needs, restrictions, or expectations. Please be sure to discuss this with your personal chef during your initial consultation.

5. For your safety and due to strict guidelines, your personal chef will not use products that are past expiration dates and will label all leftovers with expiration dates. 

6. If you want to help in the preparation and learn some cooking techniques, your personal chef is more than happy to teach you. 

7. Your personal chef will leave the kitchen in the same condition as you left it… And most likely cleaner.

8. Frank’s Food, Wine & Dine wants to make sure your cooking experience is nothing but the best. We 

welcome your feedback.

9. Respect for our customers is one of our core values. Frank’s ~ Food, Wine & Dine will respect your home, family, and guests. We just ask that you do the same. Your privacy will be respected.

10. Your personal chef will help you understand the practice of rotating product, making shopping lists, and discarding product when it is outdated or no longer useable. 

11. Your personal chef will not throw leftovers or excess product out. Be sure to have some containers for leftovers. 

12. Your personal chef will only use the freshest foods, fruits, veggies, herbs, and spices. 

14. Your personal chef will ensure to follow established guidelines and safe holding temperatures for your food. For your safety, your chef will verify that your products are hot held or refrigerated at the correct temperatures. 

15. Your personal chef will sanitize everything that comes in contact with food, ie. thermometers, utensils etc.

16. Your personal chef is there to provide you and your guests with an experience that