Desiderata Kitchen by Chef Ciara

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Corporate Events

Over the last several years, Desiderata Kitchen has gained a highly lauded reputation for delivering culinary excellence. Chef Finley has had the opportunity to service many notable events all over the United States. From intimate private parties to large scale events for a multitude of corporations, schools and organizations throughout Louisiana, Desiderata Kitchen is committed to decadent greatness.

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Private Parties

Do you have an event or private party that needs to be catered? Chef Finley has a plethora delectable menus and entree combinations that are perfect for all types of events. Whether you're having a birthday party, anniversary party, or dinner party with friends, Desiderata Kitchen can deliver the quality you desire for your guests.

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Weddings

Make your wedding magical and memorable with specialty event catering from Desiderata Kitchen. Chef Finley can coordinate with you to add a complimentary touch of class for your wedding.

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Chef Finley's Vision

Founded in 2016, DK (Desiderata Kitchen) by Chef Ciara began as a vision to meet the needs of clients seeking a large selection of allergen free, vegetarian, and vegan menu options. Chef and founder, Ciara Finley, brings her love of great food and her passion for pleasing individuals with specific needs. Chef Finley attributes this passion to having to create meals for her daughter who at 1-year old developed allergies to soy, dairy, wheat, eggs, nuts/peanuts, and fish/shellfish. This task proved to be daunting during the discovery phase but was proof to Chef Finley that she was willing to do anything possible to meet the needs of her child’s diet. Her daughter’s life depended on meticulously selecting, cleaning, prepping, and cooking the freshest and minimally processed ingredients available.