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Private chef · catering · prepared meals

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John and Cassie cook private dinners, cater gatherings, and make ready-to-enjoy meals for busy weeks across Nashville and Middle Tennessee.

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John and Cassie met in a Nashville kitchen. Now they cook for yours.

Enjoy your own party.

Serving Nashville Proper · Downtown · Davidson County

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How we host

Be a guest at your own table.

John and Cassie handle the cooking and service so you can sit down with everyone else.

Tell us what you like.John and Cassie build the menu around your guests and what’s in season.
Enjoy your own party.They cook, serve, and take care of the kitchen while you catch up with your guests.

Ways to gather

Choose your kind of table.

Dinner at home, food for a gathering, or meals for the week. Pick what sounds right and tell John and Cassie what you have in mind.

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Private chef

Dinner cooked at home or at your chosen venue, from the first course to the last plate.

Private chef by JAC Kitchen & Events
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Catering & events

From backyard get-togethers to company dinners, with food and service that fit the occasion.

Catering & events by JAC Kitchen & Events
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Prepared meals

A weekly menu of ready-to-enjoy meals, breakfasts, sides, and sweet treats.

Prepared meals by JAC Kitchen & Events
Prepared meals arranged for a JAC Kitchen & Events household

Prepared meals

Good meals for a busy week.

Tell John and Cassie how your household eats. They’ll make meals ready for tonight, later this week, or whenever you need them.

  • Menus shaped around your preferences
  • Clear reheating and storage notes
  • One-time or recurring orders
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Event menus

Some menu ideas.

Here are a few ways an event menu can come together. John and Cassie will shape yours around the occasion, guests, setting, and season.

01Steakhouse MenuFamily-style · a classic steakhouse progression

A menu built for a table that wants to settle in: a few opening bites, something from the sea or grill, generous sides, and a proper finish.

Appetizers · Pick 2
  • Crab Cakes
  • Bourbon Chipotle Grilled Oysters
  • Shrimp Cocktail
  • Nashville Hot Shrimp
  • Seared Ahi Tuna
  • Beef Tartare
Soup or Salad · Pick 1
  • Lobster Bisque (MKT)
  • Crawfish Chowder (MKT)
  • Wedge Salad
  • Caesar Salad
  • Steakhouse Chop Salad
Entrees · Pick 2
  • New York Strip
  • Filet Mignon
  • Ribeye
  • Top Sirloin
  • Bone-in Pork Chop
  • Roasted Butter Chicken
  • Catch of the Day (MKT)
  • Lobster Mac and Cheese (MKT)
Steakhouse Sides · Pick 2
  • Brown Butter Bourbon Mushrooms
  • Asparagus with Hollandaise
  • Grilled Broccolini
  • Brussel Sprouts
  • Mac & Cheese
  • Creamy Mashed Potatoes
  • Classic Creamed Spinach
  • Loaded Baked Potato
Dessert · Pick 1
  • Creme Brûlée
  • Layered Chocolate Cake
  • Cheesecake
Example menu · ask JAC about availability for your date
02Classic Southern Comfort MenuFamily-style · a table built around comfort

A generous Southern spread with something warm from the oven, a pair of center-of-the-table entrees, and the sides people come back for.

Biscuits or Cornbread · Pick 1
  • Buttermilk Biscuits
  • Buttermilk Cornbread
Entrees · Pick 2
  • Fried Chicken (serves 3-4)
  • Nashville Hot Chicken (serves 3-4)
  • Fried Pork Chop
  • Meatloaf
  • Chicken Fried Steak
  • Fried Catfish
  • Pan Seared Rainbow Trout
Southern Hot Sides · Pick 2
  • Collard Greens or Turnip Greens
  • Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
  • Mac & Cheese
  • Fried Creamed Corn
  • Pinto Beans or White Beans
  • Squash Casserole
  • Hushpuppies
Southern Cold Sides · Pick 1
  • Sliced Heirloom Tomatoes and Pickled Onions (Seasonal)
  • Cucumber & Tomato Salad
  • Black-eyed Pea Salad
  • Grilled Red Skin Potato Salad
  • Pickled Beets
Dessert · Pick 1
  • Banana Pudding
  • Sour Cream Pound Cake
  • Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Example menu · ask JAC about availability for your date
03Party Crowd MenuFamily-style · generous food for a room full of people

A flexible spread for a gathering with room to move: boards to graze, salads to brighten the table, substantial entrees, and a finish worth passing around.

Grazing Boards · Pick 1
  • Charcuterie Board
  • Mezze Platter
  • Antipasto Board
  • Afternoon Favorites
Salads · Pick 1
  • Citrus Green Salad with Charcoal Vinaigrette
  • Beet Salad with Whipped Feta
  • Smoked Trout Caesar
  • JAC House Salad
Entrees · Pick 2
  • Catch of the Day (MKT)
  • Greek Chicken Skewers
  • Preserved Lemon Cavatelli with Scallops
  • Bistro Steak
  • Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Vidalia Onions
Party Crowd Sides · Pick 2
  • Brussel Sprouts
  • Grilled Broccolini
  • Bourbon Brown Butter Mushrooms
  • Twice Baked Potatoes
  • Harissa Roasted Carrots
  • Whipped Potatoes
  • Dijon Red Skin Potatoes with Arugula
  • Grilled Vegetable Medley
Desserts · Pick 1
  • Lemon Cheesecake with Raspberries
  • Brown Butter Chocolate Cookie Skillet
  • Hummingbird Sheet Cake
Example menu · ask JAC about availability for your date
Friends gathered around a JAC Kitchen & Events meal

How it started

Two chefs, one good idea.

John and Cassie met in the kitchen at The 404 Kitchen in Nashville.

They wanted more time to cook with guests, so JAC began in spring 2023.

John LasaterChef · co-founder
Cassie LasaterChef · co-founder

Two ways to gather

Good food and more time with your guests.

JAC Kitchen & Events

Basic catering service

A menu shaped around your gathering.

Familiar menu choices.

Drop-off, buffet, or staffed service.

Drop-off for an easy setup.

Talk through your date and guest count.

Choose a menu and share delivery details.

More time to enjoy your guests.

A straightforward way to feed a group.

Before you reach out

Good questions belong at the table.

Where does JAC Kitchen & Events serve?

JAC is based in Nashville and serves Nashville Proper, Downtown, Davidson County, and nearby Middle Tennessee. Share the location and John or Cassie will confirm.

Can you create a menu around dietary preferences?

Yes. Tell John or Cassie about allergies and preferences, and they’ll let you know what works for the menu.

Do you offer private chef dinners for small groups?

Yes. John and Cassie cook private dinners for groups of 2 to 30, with plated or family-style service to fit the occasion.

Can I order a fixed menu from the website?

Yes. Prepared meals have a new menu each week. Event menus are made for the occasion; John or Cassie will confirm the details with you.

How do I ask about a date?

Send the date, guest count, and what you have in mind. John or Cassie will get back to you.