Therese

Chef Therese Nelson
Executive Chef
Get Em' Girls Catering Company

A direct product of Newark, NJ Chef Therese grew up in the south ward and was a college prep student at University High School. Her college plans grew from an inspiring interview on PBS profiling iconic chef Edna Lewis. With some deep soul searching as well as intensive industry and college research she set her sights on Johnson and Wales University where she felt she could get the most comprehensive education. Flourishing at the Charleston campus she was a member of the National Society of Minorities in Hospitality, Johnson and Wales' BSU, and Eta Sigma Delta. Ultimately she graduated with honors in both Culinary Arts in 2002 and Foodservice Management in 2004.

Therese's professional resume consist of kitchen work in Atlanta, GA with the Renaissance Waverly Hotel and Trader Vic's restaurant at the Hilton Atlanta Hotel, in Charleston, South Carolina with the Charleston Grill at the 4 star, 4 diamond Venice Simplon Orient Express' Charleston Place Hotel and the historic Mills House Hotel, and in New York City where she joined the opening team of the Ty Lounge at the 5 star 5 diamond Four Seasons Hotel.

In 2006 Therese met Joan A. Davis, Jeniece Isley, and Shakara Bridgers as they were putting together their first cookbook The Get Em' Girls Guide to the Power of Cuisine and had a small part as recipe consultant. The women formed a friendship and soon began discussions about how to translate the spirit of the cookbook and their collective food philosophies, and so Get Em' Girls Catering was born. As executive chef Therese has crafted a soulful take on New American cuisine through seasonal and thoughtfully innovative menus that has come to serve as a catalyst to promote an overall lifestyle that represents the young, socially conscious, urban professional. Joining the team full time in October 2008 Therese has also become food editor of http://www.getemgirls.com ">getemgirls.com , is working with the ladies on continuing the cookbook series, developing the constantly growing GEG product line, and developing a television series.

Therese currently resides in Rochester, New York where she's balances single life in the city with her work with the Get Em' Girls and organizing http://www.Blackculinaryhistory.org ">Blackculinaryhistory.org, a non-profit program dedicated to connecting this generation's minority culinary student with our past in a substantive and inspirational way. For more information check out http://blackculinaryhistory.ning.com ">blackculinaryhistory.ning.com or on facebook groups at Black Culinary History.

Get 'Em Girls Catering

Contact us:
By phone: (212) 348-8628
By Fax: (347) 534-2198
By email: catering@getemgirls.com

Get 'Em Girls Catering is a boutique catering company housed under the Get 'Em Girls brand. Our delicious journey began in 2006 with the self published release of our best selling cookbook, The Get 'Em Girls Guide to Unlocking the Power of Cuisine. In the two short years since our company has grown to become one of the most sought-after boutique caterers to New York City's modern chic crowd. 

How We Serve You

Get Em' Girls Catering is dedicated to providing each client with the most professional service possible. Our team is dedicated to exceeding your expectations with individualized and meticulous attention to detail.  Our Services Along with our world class catering services we specialize in event planning where we guide you through the process of selecting china, linens, and overall design concepts that accentuate the tone of your event. 

Get Em' Girls Catering Moments We Remember

VIBE Magazine Party
Tyra Banks Essence Magazine Cover Party
Microsoft Xbox Game Launch Party (Kinetix Integrated) 10 Cane Rum Launch Party
Ashanti Declaration Album Release Party
XXL Magazine Editor-In-Chief Birthday Celebration Carol's Daughter Anniversary Celebration and Product Launches
Women in Entertainment Empowerment Network (WEEN)'s I Am WEEN Tour/VIPink Fundraiser

Get Em' Girls Cocktail Party Menu - Winter Menu items to be passed or stationed

Crostini
Smoked Duck with Pomegranate Molasses
Roasted Tomato Marmalade
Blue Cheese Roasted Pear
Cuban Pulled Pork with Pickled Onions
Brie with Toasted Almonds and Clover Honey
Roasted Beet and Creme Fraiche

Sates and Kabobs
Thyme Herbed Beef with Tomato Chutney
Moroccan Spiced Lamb Kabob with Yogurt Mint Sauce Grilled Chicken Satay with Peanut-Ginger Sauce Tomato Mozzarella
Cantaloupe Smoked Duck and Mint

Farmers Market
Mexican Spiced Sweet Potato Samosas with Green Chili Sauce
Vegetable Pot Stickers with Sesame Ginger Dip Butternut Squash Risotto Bites with Parmesan Cream Zucchini Pizza with Red Curry Mayonnaise
Pita with Hummus and Roasted Peppers
Shitake Mushroom Spring Rolls with Ginger Soy Sauce

Seafood
Steamed Shrimp Shu Mei with Sweet Chili Dip
Crab Salad in Herb Profiteroles
Ginger Crab Wontons with Black Vinegar Gastrique
Get 'Em Girl Salmon Cakes with Citrus Relish
Shrimp and Avocado Tacos with Mango Salsa
Assorted Sushi with pickled ginger, wasabi and soy sauce

Get 'Em Girl Classics
Sliders
Beef with Aged Cheddar and Roasted Onion Marmalade Crab with Lemon Caper Aioli
Roasted Vegetable with Red Curry Mayonnaise

Chicken Fritters
Jamaican Jerk with Mango Salsa
Chipotle Spiced with Cilantro Lime Dip
Southern Style with Homemade Hot Sauce

Sweets
Carrot Cake with Roasted Pineapple and Cream Cheese Frosting
Roasted Pear Tarts
Mini Cupcakes
Lemon Coconut Blondies
Mini Flourless Chocolate Cake


Get Em Girls At Home

We believe eating well is central to living well. How often do we discount our meals and end up eating fast food or cookies because it's what's easiest or simply around to grab? Get 'Em Girls At Home will take the guess work out of what to eat by planning your meals in a customized way that's an ideal fit for your lifestyle!!

How To Begin

You consult with our chef and discuss your lifestyle and what services you actually need. You let us know about your likes, allergies, dietary restrictions and dislikes in the course of our initial consultation. We then customize a package to your specifications.  

Customization
The aim of our service is to bring beautiful food into your life! Maybe you actually want to cook, but refuse to go to the market and simply need a personal shopper, perhaps you want prepared meals delivered weekly ready to eat, or maybe you want a combination of the two.  

Price
Our prices are competitive with similar companies like urban hearth and fresh direct, but there is no comparison with reference to service. We are a boutique service that works directly with you to style your meals. All recipes are customized to your taste and our chef uses local purveyors to guarantee you the freshest and most beautiful produce meat and fish in nyc.   

Let's Get Started!! Contact us:
By phone: (212) 348-8628
By Fax: (347) 534-2198
By email: catering@getemgirls.com


Get 'Em Girls Event and Cocktail Box Menu

Each box serves approximately 15-20 guest 

Latin Quarter Box
Tricolor Tortilla Chips
Plantain Chips
Chicken Quesadillas
Black Bean and Corn Salas
Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, Chili Lime Sour Cream

Chinatown Box
Shrimp Shu Mei
Shitake Mushroom Spring Rolls
Vegetable Pot Stickers
Assorted Sushi
Wasabi Peas
Fortune Cookies

American Classic Box
Beef Sliders
Crispy Chicken Wings
Vegetable Fries Portobello, Sweet Potato, or Asparagus Fries
Roasted Onion Mayonnaise, Chipotle Spiced Ketchup Homemade Hot Sauce Sliced Pickles and Tomato

Mediterranean Spice Box
Moroccan Spiced Lamb Kabobs
Zucchini Pizza with Red Curry dip
Dried Apricot Couscous Spring Rolls Mango Chutney Cumin Mint Yogurt Dip
Naan Bread

Sweet Tooth Box
Chocolate dipped Rice Krispy Treats
Mini Assorted Cupcakes
Cookies
Brownies
Assorted Monkey Bread


3 Course Dinner Menu
We offer sit down diner parties buffet or plated for gathering of 2-100 guest. Below is a sample menu, but customized offerings are possible to fit your event and taste.  

To Begin
Butternut Squash Soup with Crispy Crab Cake
Smoked Duck and Roasted Plum Salad with Wild Arugala and Shallot Vinaigrette
Tomato and Pan Crisped Mozzarella Salad with Basil and Aged Balsamic Vinegar
Seared Scallops with Minted Green Pea Risotto   Roasted Apple and Brie Ravioli with Sage Brown Butter

Main Course
Herb Crusted Salmon With Baby Squash and Cranberry Burre Blanc
Grilled New Zealand Lamb Chops with Israeli couscous and red wine sauce
Braised Short Ribs with Horseradish Mashed Potatoes, Baby Vegetables and Red Wine Jus
Roasted Vegetable Lasagna with arugala pesto

To Finish
Flourless Chocolate Cake with Chocolate mousse and fresh berries
Brunt Orange and White Chocolate Tart with fresh berries
Artisanal Cheese plate With seasonal stone fruits and warm bread
Mango and Cumin Spiced Pound Cake with Salted Caramel Ice Cream


Girls Bite In
This is a bonding event for women similar to a circle of sisters where you invite your friends we provide food, styling, and cool demonstrations. They can be as simple as cocktails discussion with the girls or as elaborate as a bridal shower with traditional afternoon tea. As with all GEG Catering menus the below are sample menus, but customized menus are always available to fit your event and taste. 

Afternoon Tea
Assorted Scones with Devonshire Cream and Homemade Marmalade
Assorted Tea Sandwiches
Mini Pastries
Selection of Tea with appropriate condiments 

Cocktails and Horse d'Oeuvres
Choose from our Horse d'Oeuvres Menu
2 signature cocktails

Light Lunch
Baby Quiche
Sweet Potato Biscuits with Prosciutto and Baked Apples
Baby Spring Greens with Cranberry Vinagrette Herb Profiteroles with Curry Chicken Salad
Wild Berry Trifles with Amaretto Cream

Dessert Party
GEG Signature Cupcakes
Hand Rolled Truffles
Monkey Bread
Triple Chocolate Brownies
Cookies and Milk (Fresh Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies and Ice cold White Russians)