Chef Katriel Menendez began cooking for his family at an early age, learning from his grandparents how to cook traditional dishes from Spain and Italy, as well as cuisine from his first home, Argentina. As he built his career, Katriel traveled around the world studying a variety of cultural foods from five continents – areas like Patagonia, Dominican Republic, Dubai, Thailand, Senegal, France, Spain, Mexico, Bangladesh, and Italy.

Katriel, who now calls the United States home, provides numerous services in the Washington, DC Metro area. He provides private chef and catering services, hosts Pop Up Dinners and Argentine Feasts, and has a line of handcrafted spices called Nativo Condiments & Seasonings. He is passionate about sharing his culture and traditional cooking techniques with his community.

Menu 

§  Appetizers 

Mini Choripan 

Empanadas (Meat, and Corn)

Paired with: Zolo Chardonnay

§  Salad

Summer Salad

Green Leaves, Burned Citrus, Goat Cheese

Pampa’s Herbs Vinaigrette

Paired with: Wapisa Sauvignon Blanc

§  Entrée

Parrillada Argentina

Grilled Long Ribs

Grilled Vacio Steak 

Sweet Bread 

Grilled Chicken 

Paired with: Wapisa Cabernet (from Patagonia) & LaMadrid Cabernet (from Mendoza)

  § Side Dish

 Rescoldo Vegetables (Squash, Sweet potatoes, Eggplant)

§ Sauces

Chimichurri / Chimi Bravo Sauce / Llajua Hot Sauce / Criolla Sauce

§  Dessert

Caramelized Peaches

With Chardonnay and Rosemary 

Mascarpone Foam 

Paired with: Zolo Signature White

$200/person