Name: Paella & Seafood Boil Private Chef Experience (BYOB)
Brand: iSeafood Party

About the Chef and his business:

Hi! I’m Chef Casado and I own iSeafood Party, a Boston-based personal chef business that provides services across New England. We create meals such as seafood boils and paellas combined with a Caribbean twist to deliver unforgettable culinary experiences. My culinary inspiration comes from my Miami upbringing, as well as from my grandmother, parents, and relatives who are chefs and have taught me everything I know about the culinary arts.

Having lived in both Florida and Massachusetts, I've had the privilege of having easy access to diverse culinary influences and high-quality ingredients. Since my parents were born in the Caribbean they’ve shown me the importance of sourcing fresh and real ingredients.

iSeafood Party invites you to let loose and enjoy a one-of-a-kind personal chef culinary experience! Please sit back and allow us to customize your experience to suit your vision! Expect to be enchanted by the bold flavors and food design that’s “almost” too pretty to eat. Keep your camera ready, as everything will be Insta-worthy with gorgeous edible flowers and herbs! We live to bring the passion for food and the art of dining together in harmony for all life's special moments.

What to expect in exchange for your trust in us:

Next-level dining (A talented and fun chef! We come to you to provide delicious food and a personalized service. Allowing guests to choose from menus that suit their tastes and dietary restrictions)
Party freedom (No need to worry about restaurant rules. Enjoy your event on your terms because I’m there to feed you, not judge you. Good vibes only!)
BYOB (Enjoy something you like to drink for a fraction of the cost. Pour yourself a drink or 20 because you don’t have to worry about chopping and cooking)
Intimate setting (You can enjoy a beautiful meal in the comfort of your chosen space, creating a more intimate and cozy setting for your celebration)
You're in good hands (Our team will handle all the grocery shopping, prep & cooking of meals, family-style set up, and clean up! Easy, quick, and direct communication)
Attention to detail (With fewer guests unlike at a restaurant, we can focus on the little details that make a dining experience truly special. Less time spent waiting for service!)
Flexibility in scheduling (No rushing to make that reservation or being left out because there are no more slots at a restaurant. Schedule at a time that is convenient for you, allowing for a more relaxed pace)

What's not included:

Tables, chairs, plates, glasses, napkins, linens, silverware, table/cook/serveware*
Individual food plating (Food is only served family style or buffet style)
Storage containers
Propane tank (If you’re interested in outdoor experience)
Outdoor/Indoor grill
Gratuity

Important things to note to help us prepare for your amazing dining experience:

Please…

Book a month in advance to lock in the date due to service demands.
Allow access to the property 1-2 hours before serving.
Note that service can take up to 4 hours depending on your party size and menu selections.
Notify us in advance if you need assistance setting your tableware on the dining table
Make sure the cookware (pots, pans, cutting boards, spoons, are easy to access. We will bring our own knives and equipment
Have the kitchen cleaned and space in the refrigerator.
Ensure that your kitchen counter space, sink, and dishwasher are cleared.
Ensure that there is a parking space directly in front of the home’s entrance.
Allow enough room for us to move around in the kitchen.
Ensure that pets and children stay out of the kitchen for their safety!

**For Seafood boils & Paellas Services**

Seafood boils include:

1. Choice of lobster tails, crab legs, shrimp (whole head or shelled), clams, mussels, crawfish, octopus, squid rings, potatoes, corn on the cob, hard-boiled egg, or Andouille sausage. Your selections and portions (lbs) determine the price.

2. Choice of sauce - Garlic butter or Spicy Old Bay Seasoning.

3. Always served with lemon wedges, parsley, and extra butter on the side.

4. Cooking equipment (Seafood boil pot/basket & Large tongs and spoons)

5. Everything necessary to devour the seafood (Except the table or regular napkins)

6. Served family style (Table dump or buffet style) on dining table or kitchen island

Paellas include:

1. Choice of lobster tails, crab legs, shrimp (whole head or shelled), clams, mussels, crawfish, octopus, squid rings, chicken, meat, corn on the cob or peas. Your selections and portions (lbs) determine the price.

2. Always served with lemon wedges and parsley on top.

3. Paella or Bomba rice + Secret Seasoning.

4. Served family style on dining table or kitchen island

5. Cooking Equipment (Pan, tripod, burner, hose, fire suppression blanket, spoon, etc). Outdoor on a portable burner or indoors on a gas stove only. Please note that we cannot cook this on an induction stove.

Origin of Paella:

Originating in the rice-growing areas on Spain's Mediterranean coast, the dish is especially associated with the region of Valencia. Paella takes its name from the paellera, the utensil in which it is cooked, a flat round pan with two handles; paella is traditionally eaten from the pan.

The major rice-producing regions in Spain

Andalusia, Extremadura, Catalonia, and Valencia, followed by Aragon and Navarre. Spain is the second-largest producer of rice in Europe, with 25-30% of total European production.

To prepare paella, pieces of meat such as chicken, pork, or rabbit and seafood such as clams, shrimps, mussels, crawfish, and squid are sauteed in olive oil with onions, garlic, and herbs and removed from the pan. Rice, tomatoes, saffron, and stock are simmered together, the meats and seafood mixed in, and the dish is garnished with peas, pimientos, and other vegetables. Traditional paellas are made out of doors over a wood fire.

What is Socarrat:

The word socarrat in Valencian means scorched and, although it may seem strange, it's a cooking technique used when making paella.

Ingredients + prices: