WE ARE A PREMIER PERSONAL CHEF & CATERING COMPANY IN DENVER, CO
At True Culinary, we build a real, genuine connection with our clients that shines through with every detail of our personal chef services.
We learn all of your likes/dislikes, what dishes you want on repeat, when you need a little comfort food and love to anticipate your needs!
We bring an attitude of true care and concern for your lifestyle, dietary needs and cravings.
We serve Denver Metro and surrounding areas, including Boulder, Lakewood, Denver Tech Center, Castle Rock and Parker
MEET THE FOUNDER
Chef Janice Johnson founded True Culinary in 2017 with a simple mission: to bring people together through the art of a shared meal.
For Janice, food is the bridge to meaningful connection. As a certified personal chef, pastry artist, and wine specialist, she combines technical mastery with a signature cheerful touch.
Alongside her team, Janice delivers an elevated, client-first experience that transforms fine dining into a deeplly personal celebration.
THE TEAM
CHRIS HOECHSTETTER
Private Chef
Originally from Ohio and proud to call Colorado home since 2015, Chris is a private chef who brings restaurant-quality meals into the comfort of your home.
He believes food should feel both special and approachable. When he’s not cooking for clients, he is a recreational chef at a culinary school, helping others discover the joy of cooking.
KATHLEEN MENSCH
Private Chef
Born and raised on Long Island, New York, Chef Kathleen moved to Colorado in 2019. Her love for hospitality led her to work in a variety of culinary environments, sharpening her skills and her voice.
Her culinary expertise includes co-opening a restaurant, catering for large-scale events, and working alongside two-time James Beard Award-nominated chefs. With True Culinary, she embraces the freedom to do what she loves most – nourish families and fill their homes with food made with care.
REIMAGINE YOUR EVERY DAY DINING
Our personal chef services, private event catering and group cooking classes bring personalization and refinement to your everyday dining and special occasions.
You can trust and rely on our team of passionate culinary artists to consistently bring you the high quality food and service that has you wanting to schedule your next cook day ASAP.
OUR VALUES
TRUE INGREDIENTS
Seasonal, fresh & organic
TRUE TECHNIQUE
Highly-skilled chefs who use their intuition
TRUE INTENTION
Culinary experiences designed just for you
TRUE GRATITUDE
Appreciation for our clients and culinary partners
TRUE COMPASSION
For people with dietary restrictions
