Chef Thelma Portillo
About Me
Originally from Guatemala, I had the privilege of being introduced to the wonders of a variety of Latin flavors. I later enhanced this during my formal culinary education and experience in California and Italy where I worked under star Michelin chefs. My specialty now conveys a respect for organic cooking, which has led me to specialize in vegan menus. My organic and vegan menus are represented in a culinary experience you will enjoy and would want to share. Currently I share my vision and inspiration at The Wheel Kitchen, a cafe focused on supporting local farmers and producers.Cooking Since
Since I was able to hold a pan but formally since 1999Experience
The Wheel Kitchen, TomballFressco consulting, Spring
Sorrento Italian restaurant, Kingwood
Pastagina, Beverly Hills CA
Ciao Bella Italian restaurant, Vermont
La locanda di Alía, Calabria Italy
Angelini Osteria, West Hollywood
Alto Palato Italian Restaurant, Los Angeles
Achievements
Outstanding Culinary Awards, Santa Monica CABest Houston Appetizer, Houston Food Fest
Certifications
Food Service Manager CertificationRestaurant Management Certification
Education
Bachelors of Science in Culinary Arts from The Art Institute of Santa Monica - Los Angeles
Hors D'oeuvres Extravaganza
$38.00 Per Person
Menu First Hors D'oeuvre Handmade spinach and ricotta ravioli topped with spicy smoked bacon Second Hors D'oeuvre Traditional crab cakes with tartar sauce ...
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Erika's Perfection, A Travel Through Bold Vegan Flavors
$110.00 Per Person
Menu Appetizer Coconut infused Butternut Squash Bisque Topped with Spicy Toasted organic Tofu and Pepitas Salad Garbanzo Beans, Cilantro and Quinoa Taquitos In a...
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Artisan Hors D'oeuvres
$18.00 Per Person
Menu First Hors D'oeuvre Handmade spinach and ricotta ravioli topped with spicy smoked bacon Second Hors D'oeuvre Traditional crab cakes with tartar sauce ...
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Home Cooked Culinary Adventure (5 Meals)
$125.00 Per Person
Menu Includes 5 Meals Meal 1 Lemony Salmon Honey lemon wild caught salmon filet, roasted asparagus and rice quinoa blend Meal 2 Classic Spaghetti Meatballs Grass...
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Homemade Supper (5 Meals)
$110.00 Per Person
Menu Includes 5 Meals Meal 1 Shrimp Scampi Garlic marinated sautéed white shrimp, finished in a white wine, grape tomato and caper sauce, served over multigrain...
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Flavorful Artisan Fare (5 Meals)
$150.00 Per Person
Menu Includes 5 Meals Meal 1 Mediterranean Seabass Seared seabass filet, over a cherry tomato and olive sauce, served with side of quinoa blend and blanched snow...
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Artisan's Support, A Travel Through Our Local Farmer's Markets
$150.00 Per Person
Menu Appetizer Black Bean and Sweet Potato Soup Garnished with Daikon Radish Micro Greens Salad Smoked Gouda Cheese topped with roasted local Red Beet,...
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Vincenzo, A Travel Through Sicily
$135.00 Per Person
Menu Antipasto Roasted cremini mushroom stuffed with pecorino cheese and roasted peppers, homemade Focaccia’s crust dressed with Marsala wine sauce Pasta Multicolor peppers, marinated...
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Signature Hors D'oeuvres
$32.00 Per Person
Menu First Hors D'oeuvre Traditional mini beef Wellington with merlot reduction Second Hors D'oeuvre Smoked salmon or dill marinated Atlantic salmon over butter lemon marinated zucchini...
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Local Creation Hors D'oeuvres
$25.00 Per Person
Menu First Hors D'oeuvre Roasted Granny Smith Apple topped with brie and walnut crumb and pancetta Second Hors D'oeuvre 24 hrs black pepper braised...
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