Urban Herb Catering and Personal Chef Services is owned and operated by Chef Tim Hennig. Tim is a Graduate of George Brown's Chef School and owned and operated Urban Herb Bistro for 5 years in the oldest freestanding building in Downtown Belleville. Raised in Red Deer, Alberta he studied Physical Education and Theatre at The University of Victoria, B.C., working at restaurants as a waiter and bartender throughout his education. After a year of travelling North America and Europe extensively in 1992, he moved to Toronto and worked in various restaurants, perfecting his serving skills. He met his wife, Sharon Huckle at the well known Peter Pan Restaurant on Queen St.West and with her advice, decided to persue a career in Culinary Arts. At the renowned Splendido Bar and Grill on Harbord St., he was fortunate to be employed by Chef Arpi Magyar and apprenticed under him for 2 1/2 years. He credits much of his learning to Chef Arpi and the amazing team of chefs who worked under his direction.
Tim left Toronto in 1996 and moved to Belleville with Sharon and they married soon afterwards.
Tim worked as Pastry Chef at the Waring House in Prince Edward County. He accepted a Chef position after 2 months employment with them and had his first opportunity to lead a team of chefs. Half a year later, Tim resigned as Chef to open Urban Herb Bistro. It started with 9 tables and room for 26 to sit. After his first year, Urban Herb was a "Where to Eat in Canada" destination and remaind so every year it was open. He expanded the space to the building next door to accomodate more seating and the full kitchen he uses now for his Catering Services.
After 5 years of devotion and service to his clients, Tim closed Urban Herb Bistro to spend time with his boys, Asher and newborn Kayden. Tim worked as Chef at Carmela Estates Winery in "The County" and then Grail Springs Spa in Bancroft before accepting his most rewarding job to date. Tim was a stay at home dad, and looked after his 2 boys while his wife, Sharon focused on her newly expanded Cat's Meow Salon and Spa. He loved that job and was so gratefull for the opportunity to bond with his children. Many men do not get that chance. Now that his youngest is in school full-time, Tim has returned to cooking again and is now offering special event catering, private and group cooking classes and personal chef services.
Urban Herb Catering Service
How can we help you today? At Urban Herb Catering Service we offer many services and menu items to choose from. Give Tim a call to arrange a consultation on your next occasion.
Your event is special! Make sure the food you serve, represents your theme or direction. No matter what type of function you are planning, Tim and his staff will meet your needs.
At your next business meeting, why not impress your associates with our unique and noteworthy dishes. A full belly of our food will help make that deal go thru or at least be a nice break in a long day of meetings.
We offer the finest and best tasting food catered to your specifications. Our Grilled Sandwiches are crowd pleasers at lunch or dinner and our breakfasts are an excellent way to start your day. And, if you want to finish the day off right, our dinners are spectacular! We make great cakes and desserts to top it all off.
If there is a dish missing from the menu that you would like to prepare, just ask Tim. He will help you plan the perfect Menu.
Urban Herb Personal Chef Services
Are you tired? Just got into your car from a long day at work and don't feel like creating a mess in your kitchen to feed your family? Urban Herb Personal Chef Services can help.
Do you have difficulty getting around due to an injury but wou
ld still like to eat well prepared dishes to your specifications and health restrictions? I can offer you a solution.
Do you hate cooking but like eating? Find yourself spending too much money at restaurants for mediocre food and service? Tim can definitely help!
No matter what the situation may be,there are times you could just use a hand in the kitcken. Instead of picking up takeout again or eating out, stay in your home and eat tasty dishes designed to meet the nutritional needs of your family. Allergy and dietary restrictions may cause you to have to prepare two different dishes for your family. Let Tim prepare dishes you can keep in your freezer and re-heat easily and quickly, saving you time,effort and worry.
Thousands of Canadians enjoy the services of Private Chefs across the country to help them eat healthier, well balanced meals in the comfort of their own home. They come home to a nutritious selection of dishes already prepared and specifically designed to their tastes and dietary needs. You can do the same! Focus on your daily activities and let Chef Tim worry about what’s for dinner. Forget about spending your hard earned money on mediocre restaurant food. Save yourself valuable time, money and hassle.
Forget about what to have for dinner! Let Chef Tim create a menu for you and your family or guests that rivals the best restaurants. He will shop, chop and serve! His culinary style can be described as World Cuisine. Tim can also remake family favourites as well. Dishes can be prepared for as many days as desired, with easy, re-heating instructions for you to follow. When finished, he will leave your fridge and freezer stocked with tasty creations and leave your kitchen cleaned and smelling wonderful.
Need help menu preparing or looking for some inspiration? Have a look at our Catering Menu and consider the possibilities.
Prices
In Home Chef Services: $35/hour with 3 hour minimum.
Price does not include shopping or menu creation which is a minimum of 2 hours at $25/hour
This price does not include food cost which will be added to the final bill.
Urban Herb Cooking Lessons
Want to learn how to cook like a Professional Chef? Let Chef Tim of Urban Herb Cooking Classes teach you how to prepare restaurant quality dishes quickly and safely in your own kitchen. Classes are personalized to you! Not sure how to use some of the kitchen equipment you have or would you like some suggestions on ways to improve your efficiency in your own space? He can help you master your pastry fears or overcome your Thai food phobia.
Tell Tim what you want to learn and what you like to eat and he will lead you in personal cooking lessons. You have the opportunity to have hands on practice, learning as you make great food. At the end of the class, you have a kitchen filled with fantastic dishes prepared by YOU! When your family or friends ask you how it was prepared, you will be able to explain every step of the process.
Want to learn to make Sushi? Want to incorporate more organic vegetables or want to prepare more raw food for the health benefits it offers? You name it, Chef Tim can help you learn it. For years, Tim has taught hands on cooking classes for private learning as well as classroom instruction. He was an instructor of Extended Learning at Loyalist College, teaching cooking classes for years. So grab a group of friends and come in to our kitchen and have a Food Party!
Prices
Cooking class: 1 on 1 instruction $35/ hour with 3 hour minimum
Cooking class: 2 or more people $25/hour/person
Price does not include shopping or menu/lesson creation which is a minimum of 2 hours at $25/hour.
Cost of groceries is also not included and will be added to the final bill.
Call today for a free, no obligation consultation
Urban Herb Catering & Personal Chef Services
24 Victoria Ave
Belleville ON
Reservations (613) 968-2982
www.urbanherbcatering.com
