Private Retreat Chef
Vegan Retreat Chef Services in Westchester, Hudson Valley NY & Catskills NY
Hey!
My name is Christina Gdisis
I'm a Vegan Homestyle Chef. Whether you are hosting a yoga retreat, a wellness event, or an intimate gathering, I'm here to provide you with a truly unique and unforgettable plant based cooking catering experience.
So why not let me take care of the food, and allow you to focus on creating a truly special event?
My Philosophy
Mama Earth on your plate
At the heart of my cooking philosophy is kindness and compassion, which is why all of my food is made using only plant-based ingredients.
My menus are inspired by the traditional Greek recipes passed down through my family, which were originally developed in the mountainous farming land. I incorporate whole foods and seasonal plants to create dishes that are fresh, flavorful, and nourishing.
I believe that the meals I provide invite you to connect with Mama Earth and her abundance, helping you to achieve balance and alignment with the natural world. My cooking philosophy also incorporates influences from Ayurvedic philosophy, ensuring that our meals are not only delicious but also supportive of your overall health and well-being.
Sourced from Mama Earth
All ingredients incorporated into my meal offerings are completely natural
100% Vegan
No harm to other animals, so no animal products are used, including bee honey
Seasonal Whole Foods
No processed foods and only ingredients that are available according to the seasons
No Dirty Dozen & Locally Sourced
Offering a mix of organic and clean 15 ingredients, and when possible, sourced from local farmers.
Taste of a Sample Menu
Here is a day in the life of an autumn yoga retreat, inviting the grounding elements plant foods can offer for the airy qualities of the autumn season. Personalized menus are curated carefully for each retreat to meet the ethos of each experience.
Breakfast
Seasonal Autumn Mungbean Omelettes with Mint Chutney
Chai Spiced Oatmeal with Stewed Pears
Local Bread with Seasonal Fruit Jam, Vegan Butter, and Nut Butter
Coffee, Tea, and Juice
Lunch
Autumn Risotto topped with Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Squash, and Homemade Vegan Parmesan Cheese
Kale Caesar Salad with Chickpea Croutons
Dinner
Vata-pacifying Carrot Ginger Soup topped with cashew creme
Grounding Root Veggie Quinoa Salad with Green Shoots, topped with Creamy Sunflower Sauce
Christina was our Chef during one of our retreats. Her presence, food and overall disposition was beyond what we could have asked for. She became an integrated part of our retreat group, she poured her heart and soul into the preparation of each meal. Watching her prepare was a beautiful experience itself, she had mantras playing in the background and made the whole process a practice, which you could feel in the food. She took care in explaining what each food was and why she chose it, she shared stories of her grandmother and what drives her passion for feeding people in this very magical way. We could not recommend her enough!
Bibi Lorenzetti, Owner of Newburgh Yoga Shala
Christina is a talented and heart-centered vegan home style chef. I hired Christina as a retreat chef for a 4 day yoga retreat I hosted in the Catskills in the Fall. As soon as we connected to prepare for the retreat I knew I had found the right person to cater for my group of 12 yoga students. Not only was the food delicious and of the highest quality; it was also full of love and attention. Christina really pours her heart in her work and cooking. In addition to feeding us she spent so much time talking with us, educating the group and sharing about the deep connection she nurtures with her ancestral land of Greece. Retreat participants left deeply nourished and with a new sense of appreciation for home made food. Thank you Christina!
Hélène Roy, Owner of Hélène Roy Yoga
WHAT RETREAT PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING
Rachelle Vertenten
The meals were thoughtfully Ayurvedic, so nourishing, and energizing
Linda Machuca
And the food! It was absolutely exceptional - nourishing, healthy, and delicious, all thanks to the amazing chef who beautifully complemented the retreat's mindful and healthy approach.
Isabella Marras
The food was wonderful and full of love and discovery.
