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SUDDENLY SIMPLE

catering • private chef • meal prep • events

Simply relax and enjoy...

The luxurious experience of having your own private chef and service staff on call!​​​​​

 

​​Imagine...you're getting ready to host. This time, you're not stressed. You're relaxed and excited, because you know that access to expert guidance, phenomenal food, and a full team of chefs, servers and bartenders is just a quick call or message away!

Let's Get Started

Hi! I'm Melissa, I'll be your chef!

For over ten years, my team and I have been perfecting the art of transforming fresh ingredients into exceptional food that is fully prepared on site - even when cooking for hundreds of guests! ​

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Day-of, we arrive with raw ingredients, and freshly prepare everything on your customized menu right in your own home, or event venue's kitchen - serving our food almost immediately as it's prepared.

 

I specialize in creating health conscious menus, that cater to all kinds of dietary restrictions - without feeling restrictive, or like an alternative version of something. Hosting a fully vegan and gluten free wedding, for guests who eat everything? A family dinner for a mix of adventurous eaters and "meat and potato" people, with a bunch of different allergies to the consider? These are precisely my type of projects!​

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I love working closely with my clients, as if I was the head of their own private staff, not just someone they call to order food from, and deeply value the personal relationships that come with working together over time. For many of my clients, my team and I have become an essential element of hosting- present at all of their special moments, taking care of things with special attention to their personal preferences.​​​​​

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You'll be working one-on-one with me from the first contact, to your final bite - and whether you're hosting a one time event, or searching for a recurring service provider, you'll receive the same level of personalized attention and support that has become the signature of working with me and my team!​

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Interested in working together?

Let's Connect!
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Melissa Peralta

Owner + Wellness Chef

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 "From our initial meeting to the actual day, Melissa understood what we wanted and she delivered. The food was fresh, exciting and just what we wanted! We couldn't have had a better company to work with. It took out all the hassle that catering for our 50th Wedding Anniversary could have been and made it a very relaxing time for our family."

The "M" Family

Signature Menus

The Seaside Soiree

Charred Corn Crostini
charred corn + avocado + tomato + basil + citrus + sea salt
DAIRY FREE + GLUTEN FREE +VEGAN
 
Balsamic Watermelon Bites
watermelon + balsamic cashew creme + cucumber + mint
 DAIRY FREE + GLUTEN FREE + PALEO + VEGAN
 
Signature Crab Cake Bites
lump crab + bell pepper + panko + herbs + old bay + citrus aioli
DAIRY FREE + GLUTEN FREE
 
Truffled Mushroom Flatbread Bites
caramelized onion + truffle + garlic + herbs + gruyere
VEGETARIAN + AVAILABLE GLUTEN FREE
 
Tuna Poke Tiny Tacos
sushi tuna + coconut aminos + avocado + cucumber + carrot
DAIRY FREE + GLUTEN FREE + PESCATARIAN
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The Harvest Hearth

Apple Glazed Pork Chops
boneless chops + apple cider + sweet onion + sage
DAIRY FREE + GLUTEN FREE + PALEO
 
Savory Citrus Chicken Thighs
boneless thighs + confit garlic + orange + herbs + pan jus
DAIRY FREE + GLUTEN FREE + PALEO
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Hearth Warmer Salad
butternut + apple + walnut + sultana + baby arugula + pear balsamic​
DAIRY FREE + GLUTEN FREE + PALEO + VEGAN
 
Dill Roasted Brussels Sprouts
roasted garlic oil + paprika + peppercorn + dill
DAIRY FREE + GLUTEN FREE + PALEO + VEGAN
 
Cider Smashed Sweet Potatoes
roasted garnet yams + apple cider + coconut oil
DAIRY FREE + GLUTEN FREE + PALEO + VEGAN

I'm on a mission to prove that healthy food should never have to look or taste like "health food", with my vibrant and flavorful dishes!​​​​​

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Learn more about my food philosophy

Explore some of my most popular recipes on the Mood Food With Melissa blog and cooking show!

Tahini Dream Kale Salad | Mood Food With Melissa
Tahini Dream Kale Salad | Mood Food With Melissa
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Tahini Dream Kale Salad | Mood Food With Melissa

Cozy Coconut Chicken Curry | Mood Food With Melissa
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Cozy Coconut Chicken Curry | Mood Food With Melissa

Easy Duck Breast Dinner | Mood Food With Melissa
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Easy Duck Breast Dinner | Mood Food With Melissa

Rainbow Kale Bowl | Mood Food with Melissa
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Rainbow Kale Bowl | Mood Food with Melissa

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- PLEASE NOTE -​

There is a $1,500 minimum for all bookings

Costs typically fall in an average range of $150-$300 per person

Service staff and bartending are only available as part of a catering package

Everything is prepared on site, drop-off/pickup options are not available​

Thank you for submitting your request!

I'll be in touch soon - please keep an eye out for my text!

For general inquiries or a more immediate response, call or text 781.526.8802 to reach Melissa directly.

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Please complete the Consultation Request Form above prior to calling.

CONTACT

Scituate, MA

suddenlysimplecatering@gmail.com

call/text: 781.526.8802

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