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Building your menu...
AI is crafting the perfect menu for your gathering
Scaling recipes for your group size
Applying dietary preferences
Checking budget fit
Comparing store prices near you
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AI-powered meal planning

Great meals don't
plan themselves. Now they do.

Average savings per year $1,200+

Stop guessing at the grocery store. Grovu tells you exactly what to buy, how much, and what it costs — then surprises your table with Italian, Japanese, Mexican, and more. Less planning, less waste, more food that actually wows. Families save over $1,200 a year just by knowing what to buy.

Free to start
No credit card
Menu in 30 seconds
Same day delivery

Fresh ideas for every meal,
every single day

From a weeknight dinner to a kids' party — Grovu makes every occasion unforgettable.

International food spread
Explore cuisines from around the world
Pick Italian tonight, Japanese tomorrow, Middle Eastern on the weekend. Mix cuisines, blend flavors, and never serve the same dish twice — at any gathering or everyday meal.
Endless variety
Beautiful dining table
Get a custom menu in seconds
AI builds a full menu tailored to your guests, budget, and dietary needs — whether it's a backyard BBQ for 50, a family dinner, a kids' party, or just lunch for yourself.
Ready in 30 seconds
Fresh produce in fridge
Use what's already in your fridge
Check off ingredients you already have at home and Grovu removes them from your list automatically — buying only the exact portions you need, saving money on every meal.
Reduce waste & save
Fresh groceries delivered
Skip the grocery list stress
Forget manually planning your shopping. Grovu sends the perfect grocery list — with the right quantities for your crowd — straight to Kroger for pickup or same-day delivery.
Same-day or scheduled

Your kitchen, your rules.
Infinite inspiration.

From a Tuesday lunch to a 50-person celebration — Grovu gives you a new idea every day, for every meal, with every cuisine on the planet.

Global cuisines
Cuisines from every corner of the world
Italian, Mexican, Japanese, Peruvian, Middle Eastern and more — mix and blend cuisines into a single menu that surprises your guests every time.
Celebration gathering
Every occasion, every age
Dinner parties, backyard BBQs, morning brunches, office lunches, and children's parties full of fun and creativity — Grovu has a menu for all of them.
Healthy dietary options
Every dietary need, one menu
Vegan, halal, gluten-free, keto, nut-free, kosher — Grovu generates a menu that works for every guest at the table, simultaneously.
Fresh ingredients
Start with what's in your fridge
Tell Grovu what you already have and it builds your menu around those ingredients first — reducing waste and lowering your grocery bill automatically.
Smart grocery shopping
Right portions, right price
No more over-buying. Grovu calculates the exact quantities you need for your guest count, compares live grocery prices across stores, and finds the best deal — so you only buy what you'll actually use, on any budget.
Daily meal inspiration
A new menu idea every single day
Use Grovu daily for breakfast, lunch, or dinner inspiration. Never stare at an empty fridge again — just tell Grovu what you're in the mood for and it handles the rest.
Average savings per year
Stop guessing.
Start saving $1,200+ a year.
Most people overspend on groceries because they don't know the exact proportions — too much of this, not enough of that, and a cart full of ingredients that never get used. Grovu users spend an average of $22–$30 less per gathering just by eliminating over-buying. For a family that cooks for guests twice a month, that adds up to over $1,200 saved annually — without coupons, without meal prep apps, and without changing how you eat.
$1,200+
Avg. saved per year
$26
Less per gathering
0%
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3 menu generations / month
Up to 10 guests
Basic dietary filters
1 cuisine style
Direct Kroger cart checkout
For everyday home cooks
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$5.99
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30 menu generations / month
Up to 25 guests
Advanced dietary filters
3 combined cuisine styles
Direct Kroger cart checkout
Menu complexity selector
Hosts who run serious gatherings
Event Planner
$19.99
per month
Unlimited AI menu generations
Up to 200 guests
All dietary filters
Fusion cuisine builder
Direct Kroger cart checkout
Menu complexity selector
Smart dish substitutions
Per dish cooking video tutorials
Pantry Tracker
Branded Menu PDF export
Multi-event management
Event timeline & prep schedule
Recurring event templates
Shopping trip splitting

Hosting has never
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Maria T.
Home cook · Tampa, FL
★★★★★
"I had chicken, bell peppers, and a can of coconut milk in my fridge — stuff I'd had for weeks. Grovu turned it into a Thai green curry I never would have thought of myself. My family asked me to make it again the very next week. I saved almost $60 that grocery trip just by using what I already had."
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James R.
Father of three · Austin, TX
★★★★★
"I typed in what I had — ground beef, onions, some spices — expecting pasta or tacos. Grovu suggested a Moroccan kefta with roasted carrots I would have never come up with. It cost me under $18 for six people. My grocery bill used to be double that for the same number of meals."
👩
Sandra K.
Party host · Miami, FL
★★★★★
"We did a birthday party for my daughter and let Grovu handle the dessert menu. It came back with a mango sticky rice and a mini churro bar — things I never would have thought to make. The kids went absolutely crazy. Three moms asked me for the recipe before the party was even over."
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Plan a Gathering ✨
Fill in the details below — Grovu will build your perfect menu instantly
Guest Count
How many people?
25
guests
Quick select
5
10
20
50
100
Budget
Total food & drinks budget
$750
= $30 per person · 25 guests
$100$5,000
$250 Budget
$750 Standard
$1,500 Premium
$3,000 Luxury
Gathering Type
What kind of event is it?
🍳Breakfast
🥗Lunch
🍽️Dinner
🎈Kids Party
🎂Birthday
🏈Sports Night
🫕Appetizers & Bites
🔥Weekend Cookout
🎉Seasonal Celebration
Dietary Needs
Select all that apply
🥩 No restrictions
🌱 Vegetarian
🌿 Vegan
🌾 Gluten-Free
🥛 Dairy-Free
🥜 Nut-Free
🕌 Halal
✡️ Kosher
🥓 Keto
🐟 Pescatarian
🫀 Low-Sodium
🌰 Paleo
🌿 Organic
💡 Grovu builds one menu that works for all selected restrictions simultaneously
Cuisine & Country of Origin
Choose one or more cuisines — Grovu will focus or blend them into your menu
Americas
Europe
Eastern Europe
Asia
American
Mexican
Brazilian
Peruvian
Jamaican
Colombian
Cuban
Argentine
Focus — one dominant cuisine
Toggle on to blend multiple cuisines into a fusion menu
Ingredient Picker
0 added
Add what you already have — Grovu will build around them and only order what's missing
🥩 Proteins
🥦 Vegetables
🌾 Grains
🧀 Dairy
🫙 Pantry
🍓 Fruits
🔍
🍗Chicken
🥩Beef
🐷Pork
🐟Salmon
🦐Shrimp
🐑Lamb
🦃Turkey
🥚Eggs
🟫Tofu
🫘Chickpeas
🐠Tuna
🦆Duck
Your BBQ Menu 🎉
25 guests · $750 budget · Vegan & Halal options included
Store & Order 🛒
Real-time prices · Tampa, FL · Updated 4 minutes ago
K
Kroger
1.4 miles · Pickup or delivery
$561
$22.44/person
Coming Soon
Shop from 50+ stores through one unified checkout — Whole Foods, Costco, Target, Publix and more delivered same-day.
50+ stores Same-day delivery One checkout Best price match
Your Grocery Order
34 items · $574
🏠 Check off items you already have — we'll remove them from your order automatically.
👨‍🍳
Rather have a chef cook all of this?
Book a vetted local chef to come to your home and prepare your full Grovu menu. Chefs in Tampa available from $400. You relax, they cook.
Your Order
Store
🏬
Kroger
2.3 miles · Same-day delivery
Best value for your menu
Delivery
📍
Deliver to
1247 Magnolia Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
🕐
Delivery window
Today, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Items
34 items from your Grovu menu
🏷️
Promo code
Add a code for additional savings
Order Summary
Subtotal (34 items) $574.00
Delivery fee $3.99
Service fee $5.99
Tip (15%) $86.10
Total $670.08
Your Walmart Order
Store
W
Walmart Supercenter
0.9 miles · Pickup or delivery
Nearest Walmart
Fulfillment
🏪 Pickup
🚚 Delivery
Ready in 2 hours · Free pickup available
Items
34 items from your Grovu menu
Order Summary
Subtotal (34 items)$589.00
Pickup feeFree
Service fee$4.99
Estimated Total$593.99
Note: Walmart Grocery doesn't have a direct cart API yet. Tapping "Shop on Walmart.com" opens your Walmart Grocery page where you can search and add items.
Your Amazon Fresh Order
Delivery
📦
Amazon Fresh
Online · Prime delivery
Prime members get free delivery
Delivery window
Choose your preferred delivery time on Amazon Fresh
Items
34 items from your Grovu menu
Order Summary
Subtotal (34 items)$634.00
Delivery feeFree (Prime)
Service fee$3.99
Estimated Total$637.99
Note: Amazon Fresh doesn't have a public cart API. Tapping "Shop on Amazon Fresh" opens Amazon Fresh where you can search and add items directly.
Your Publix Order
Store
P
Publix Super Market
0.8 miles · Same-day delivery
Nearest Publix
Fulfillment
🏪 Pickup
🚚 Delivery
Ready in 2 hours · Free pickup available
Items
34 items from your Grovu menu
Order Summary
Subtotal (34 items)$641.00
Pickup feeFree
Service fee$4.99
Estimated Total$645.99
Note: Publix delivery is powered by Instacart. Tapping "Shop on Publix.com" opens their delivery page to complete your order.
Your Kroger Order
🔗
Connect your Kroger account
Sign in once to add all items to your Kroger cart automatically.
Store
K
Kroger
1.4 miles · Pickup & delivery
Nearest Kroger-family store
K
Kroger
1.4 miles
$561
HT
Harris Teeter
2.1 miles
$578
FM
Fred Meyer
3.8 miles
$569
Fulfillment
🏪 Pickup
🚚 Delivery
Ready in 2 hours · Free pickup available
Items
34 items from your Grovu menu
Order Summary
Subtotal (34 items)$561.00
Pickup feeFree
Service fee$4.99
Estimated Total$565.99
👨‍🍳 Now accepting chef applications in Tampa, FL

Cook more.
Stress less.
Earn better.

Grovu connects you with hosts who already have a menu, a budget, and a date. No more cold calls. No more guessing what to cook. Just show up and do what you do best.

$400–$1,500avg per booking
80%you keep
0cold pitching
What chefs are saying
"I used to spend hours finding clients. With Grovu the menu is already planned and the host just needs me to cook it. It's the easiest gig I've ever had."
👩‍🍳
Sofia M.
Private Chef · Tampa, FL

Less hustle.
More cooking.

Grovu handles the planning. You handle the food.

1
📋
Get the booking
A host books you for their event. You receive the date, location, guest count, and the AI-generated menu they want cooked.
2
✏️
Review the menu
Review the Grovu-generated menu in-app. Suggest tweaks, swap dishes, confirm quantities. The host approves your final version.
3
🛒
Groceries handled
The host orders all ingredients via Grovu — delivered from Kroger, Walmart, or Amazon Fresh to the event location. You just bring your skills.
4
💰
Get paid
Payment is processed securely in-app. You keep 80% of every booking. Grovu's 20% covers platform, insurance, and customer support.

Everything you hate
about private chef work
— eliminated.

🚫
No more menu planning from scratch
The AI generates the menu based on what the host wants. You review and refine — not create from zero every time.
🚫
No more grocery runs
Hosts order everything through Grovu. Ingredients are delivered before your arrival. You cook, you don't shop.
🚫
No more chasing payments
All payments are collected upfront through the platform. Funds are released to you automatically after each event.
🚫
No more cold pitching
Hosts find you based on your cuisine, ratings, and availability. Your profile does the selling while you focus on cooking.
Earnings estimate
2 bookings/month
~$1,300
5 bookings/month
~$3,200
10 bookings/month
~$6,400
Based on avg $800/booking · 80% payout rate
🎁 First 30 chefs get 0% commission for 3 months

Who can apply

We vet every chef personally. Quality over quantity — we'd rather have 20 great chefs than 200 average ones.

Experience required
At least 2 years of professional cooking experience — restaurant, catering, or private chef background all qualify.
📍
Tampa area (for now)
We're launching in Tampa, FL first. Apply now to be among the founding chefs before we expand to other cities.
🪪
Food handler certification
A valid food handler's certificate or ServSafe certification is required. We'll ask for a copy during onboarding.
📸
Portfolio of your work
Photos of past dishes or events you've cooked. This goes on your public profile and helps hosts choose you.
📱
Smartphone & reliability
You'll manage bookings, messaging, and payments through the Grovu app. Punctuality and responsiveness matter.
🌍
Cuisine specialty welcome
All cuisines welcome — the more variety in our chef network, the better we serve Grovu's diverse host community.
👨‍🍳 Chef Applications — Tampa, FL

Ready to cook with Grovu?

Fill in your details and we'll be in touch within 48 hours to schedule a quick intro call.

1 · Personal Information
First Name *
Last Name *
Email Address *
Phone Number *
City / Area you operate in *
2 · Experience & Background
Years of Professional Cooking *
Primary Background *
Cuisine Specialties * (select all that apply)
🇺🇸 American
🔥 BBQ / Grilling
🇮🇹 Italian
🇲🇽 Mexican
🇯🇵 Japanese
🇮🇳 Indian
🇬🇷 Mediterranean
🇫🇷 French
🇨🇳 Chinese
🇰🇷 Korean
🇹🇭 Thai
🇱🇧 Middle Eastern
🇳🇬 African
🇧🇷 Latin / Caribbean
🌱 Vegan / Plant-Based
🎂 Pastry / Desserts
Max guests you can cook for *
Typical Availability *
3 · Florida Certifications & Compliance
Required in Florida: All chefs cooking for others must hold a valid Food Handler's Card. If transporting food, a Florida Public Food Service License is also required by state law. ServSafe certification is strongly preferred by Grovu.
Florida Food Handler's Card *
ServSafe Certification
Florida Public Food Service License
Personal Liability Insurance *
Additional Professional Certifications (optional)
ACF Personal Certified Chef (PCC)
ACF Certified Executive Chef (CEC)
USPCA Certified Personal Chef (CPC)
APPCA Certified Chef
Culinary Degree or Diploma
Allergen Awareness Certified
4 · Your Rates
Hourly Rate (USD) *
Minimum Event Duration
5 · Portfolio — Your Work
Food Photos * (up to 8 images)
These appear on your public Grovu chef profile. Upload your best dish photos, plating, or event setups.
📸
Drag and drop photos here
or click to browse · JPG, PNG · Max 5MB each · Up to 8 photos
Certification Documents (optional)
Upload copies of your Food Handler Card, ServSafe certificate, or other credentials. PDF or image files accepted.
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Upload certificates
PDF, JPG, PNG · Max 10MB per file
6 · About You
Bio — shown on your public chef profile *
Instagram or Website (optional)
We review every application personally and respond within 48 hours

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⭐ 4.9
Sofia M.
from $65/hr
BBQ · American Southern · Grilling
ServSafe ✓Food Handler ✓Up to 50 guests
📍 Tampa🍽️ 47 bookings✅ Available this weekend
👨‍🍳
⭐ 5.0
Marco L.
from $85/hr
Italian · Pasta · Fine Dining
ServSafe ✓ACF CertifiedUp to 30 guests
📍 South Tampa🍽️ 83 bookings✅ Available this weekend
👩‍🍳
⭐ 4.8
Elena R.
from $55/hr
Cuban · Caribbean · Latin Fusion
Food Handler ✓Halal friendlyUp to 75 guests
📍 Ybor City🍽️ 31 bookings⏳ Next available: Mon
👨‍🍳
⭐ 4.9
Kai T.
from $75/hr
Japanese · Korean · Pan-Asian
ServSafe ✓Allergen certifiedUp to 25 guests
📍 St. Petersburg🍽️ 58 bookings✅ Available this weekend
👩‍🍳
⭐ 4.9
Yara K.
from $70/hr
Lebanese · Mediterranean · Halal
ServSafe ✓Halal certifiedUp to 100 guests
📍 Clearwater🍽️ 42 bookings✅ Available this weekend
👩‍🍳
⭐ 4.7
Priya S.
from $60/hr
Indian · Vegan · Plant-Based
ServSafe ✓Vegan specialistUp to 40 guests
📍 Wesley Chapel🍽️ 19 bookings✅ Available this weekend
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⭐ 4.8
James W.
from $90/hr
American · Seafood · Fine Dining
ServSafe Manager ✓ACF CertifiedUp to 30 guests
📍 Tampa Bay🍽️ 96 bookings⏳ Next available: Fri
👨‍🍳
⭐ 4.6
Carlos M.
from $50/hr
Mexican · Tex-Mex · BBQ
Food Handler ✓Up to 100 guests
📍 Brandon🍽️ 28 bookings✅ Available this weekend
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Maria R.
Member since May 2026
PRO HOST
My Gatherings
Account
Good morning, Maria 👋
Your Grovu activity at a glance
7
Menus created
142
Guests fed
$480
Saved vs average
2
Chef bookings
Recent activity
🍽️
BBQ Menu — 25 guests
2 days ago · $618 est. cost
👨‍🍳
Chef Sofia M. — Saturday May 10
25 guests · $650
Confirmed
Chef Bookings
Upcoming and past chef bookings
👩‍🍳
Chef Sofia M. — BBQ Gathering
Sat May 10 · 25 guests · Hyde Park, Tampa
Confirmed
$650
👨‍🍳
Chef Marco L. — Birthday Brunch
Apr 2 · 12 guests · Completed
Completed
$420
My Plan
Manage your Grovu subscription
YOUR CURRENT PLAN
Pro Host
$9.99
per month · Renews June 1, 2026
Unlimited menu generations
Up to 50 guests
All dietary filters
Fusion cuisine builder
Smart dish substitutions
Per dish cooking video tutorials
Pantry Tracker (Save More)
Menu PDF export
UPGRADE
NEXT TIER
Event Planner
$19.99
per month
For serious event hosts
Everything in Pro Host
Up to 200 guests
Branded Menu PDF export
Multi-event management
Event timeline & prep schedule
Recurring event templates
Shopping trip splitting
Cancel anytime · No contracts · Billed monthly
My Profile
Manage your personal info, cooking preferences, and billing
Personal Information
Cooking Skill Level
Grovu uses this to tailor recipe complexity to your confidence in the kitchen.
🥄
Beginner
Simple recipes, minimal techniques. Quick and easy wins.
🍳
Intermediate
Comfortable with multi-step recipes and grilling techniques.
👨‍🍳
Expert
Complex techniques, long cook times, multi-course menus.
Payment Method
VISA
Visa ending in 4242
Expires 08 / 2027 · Billing ZIP 33611
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Payments secured by Stripe · PCI DSS compliant · Your card is never stored on Grovu servers.
Payment History
Date
Description
Amount
Receipt
May 1, 2026
Pro Host · Monthly
Visa ···· 4242
$9.99
Paid
Apr 1, 2026
Pro Host · Monthly
Visa ···· 4242
$9.99
Paid
Mar 1, 2026
Pro Host · Monthly
Visa ···· 4242
$9.99
Paid
Feb 1, 2026
Host Plan · Monthly
Visa ···· 4242
$5.99
Paid
Jan 1, 2026
Host Plan · Monthly
Visa ···· 4242
$5.99
Paid
👩‍🍳
Sofia M.
Chef · Tampa, FL
⭐ 4.9 · 47 bookings
My Business
Welcome back, Sofia 👩‍🍳
Your chef dashboard — Tampa, FL
47
Total bookings
$6,240
Earned this year
4.9
Avg rating
2
Upcoming events
🎁 Founding chef — 0% commission
Keep 100% of your earnings for the first 3 months. Expires July 31, 2026.
🔥
BBQ Gathering — Maria R.
Sat May 10 · 25 guests · Hyde Park
Confirmed
$520
🎂
Birthday Dinner — James T.
Fri May 16 · 15 guests · South Tampa
Pending
$360
🥗
Garden Party — Christine L.
Sat May 24 · 18 guests · Davis Islands
Pending
$410
Earnings
Your payouts from Grovu
$520
This month
$6,240
This year
0%
Commission rate
Payout history
BBQ — Maria R.
May 10 · Stripe payout
+$520
Brunch — Sandra K.
Apr 20 · Stripe payout
+$290
My Profile
Your account, chef listing, and payout details
1 · Personal Information
2 · Experience & Background
🇺🇸 American
🔥 BBQ / Grilling
🇮🇹 Italian
🇲🇽 Mexican
🇯🇵 Japanese
🇮🇳 Indian
🇬🇷 Mediterranean
🇫🇷 French
🇨🇳 Chinese
🇰🇷 Korean
🇹🇭 Thai
🇱🇧 Middle Eastern
🇳🇬 African
🇧🇷 Latin / Caribbean
🌱 Vegan / Plant-Based
🎂 Pastry / Desserts
3 · Florida Certifications & Compliance
Required in Florida: All chefs cooking for others must hold a valid Food Handler's Card. ServSafe certification is strongly preferred by Grovu.
ACF Personal Certified Chef (PCC)
ACF Certified Executive Chef (CEC)
USPCA Certified Personal Chef (CPC)
APPCA Certified Chef
Culinary Degree or Diploma
Allergen Awareness Certified
4 · Your Rates
5 · Portfolio — Your Work
These appear on your public Grovu chef profile. Upload your best dish photos, plating, or event setups.
🔥
🥩
🥗
+Add
Upload copies of your Food Handler Card, ServSafe certificate, or other credentials. PDF or image accepted.
📄
ServSafe_Manager_Certificate.pdf
Uploaded Jan 2026 · 420 KB
📄
FL_FoodHandlers_Card_2026.jpg
Uploaded Jan 2026 · 218 KB
📎 Upload additional certificate — PDF, JPG, PNG · Max 10MB
6 · About You
7 · Payout Account
Grovu deposits your earnings directly to your bank account after each completed booking via Stripe Payouts.
Bank of America · Checking ···· 7821
Connected · Payouts active
Active
Bank info is encrypted and processed securely via Stripe. Grovu never stores your full account number.
🎯
Alex Rivera
Event Planner · Tampa, FL
EVENT PRO
My Events
Planning Tools
Account
Good morning, Alex 🎯
Your event pipeline — June 2026
8
Events this month
1,840
Total guests
$14,200
Food budget managed
$4,800
Saved vs industry avg
Upcoming events
🏛️
Lakeside Corporate Gala
Jun 14 · 75 guests · 3-course dinner
Upcoming
💒
Mitchell Wedding Reception
Jun 21 · 120 guests · Cocktail + dinner
In planning $5,800
🎓
Hillsborough HS Graduation Brunch
Jun 28 · 45 guests · Brunch buffet
Draft $1,400
🎯
Priority Support — 2hr response
Your Event Planner plan includes dedicated account support. Message us anytime.
All Events
Manage your full event pipeline
🏛️ Lakeside Corporate Gala
Jun 14, 2026 · Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
75
guests
Upcoming
$3,200
💒 Mitchell Wedding Reception
Jun 21, 2026 · Armature Works
120
guests
In planning
$5,800
🎓 Hillsborough HS Graduation
Jun 28, 2026 · Venue TBD
45
guests
Draft
$1,400
🎂 Ramirez 50th Birthday
Jul 5, 2026 · Private Residence
32
guests
Draft
$960
🍋 Citrus Festival VIP Tent
May 3, 2026 — Completed
200
guests
Completed
$7,200
Plan a new event
Prep Timeline
Stay on track from planning to plating
Viewing timeline for:
🏛️ Lakeside Corporate Gala — Jun 14
Lakeside Corporate Gala
75 guests · 3-course dinner · Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
2 Weeks Before — Menu Finalization
May 31, 2026
Confirm final guest count with client (75 confirmed)
Collect dietary restrictions — 6 gluten-free, 4 vegan
Generate AI menu via Grovu, adjust portions for 75
Send branded menu PDF to client for approval
10 Days Before — Vendor Coordination
Jun 4, 2026
Confirm Sysco delivery for dry goods
Book linens and equipment rental from Perfect Events Co.
Assign prep shifts to kitchen team
1 Week Before — Shopping & Prep
Jun 7, 2026 TODAY
Trip 1: Costco — bulk proteins, dry goods ($1,240)
Trip 2: Whole Foods — fresh produce, specialty items ($680)
Prep sauces, marinades, and dry rubs in advance
Confirm final headcount and table layout with venue
Day Before — Final Prep
Jun 13, 2026
Prep cold appetizers (bruschetta, caprese bites)
Portion and season all proteins
Prepare dessert components (panna cotta, set overnight)
Load serving equipment and transport to venue
Day Of — Service Execution
Jun 14, 2026 — Event Day
8:00 AM — Kitchen setup and equipment check
11:00 AM — Begin cooking proteins and hot sides
5:30 PM — Cocktail hour appetizers ready for pass
7:00 PM — Dinner service begins
9:00 PM — Dessert station open
Branded Menu Exports
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Lakeside Corporate Gala
June 14, 2026 · 75 Guests · Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
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Bruschetta Trio with Heirloom Tomato
Cocktail hour
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Herb-Crusted Beef Tenderloin
Main course
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Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta
Dessert
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Lakeside Corporate Gala — 75 guests
3 shopping trips optimized · Total: $3,200 estimated
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Costco — Bulk Run
Trip 1 of 3 · Buy first
$1,240
estimated
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Beef tenderloin
12 lbs
$480
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Chicken breast (skin-on)
15 lbs
$165
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Olive oil (5L)
2 jugs
$64
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Garlic, shallots, onions
Bulk bag
$38
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Heavy cream, butter, milk
Case
$72
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Serving containers, foil pans
50-pack
$89
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Pasta, rice, dry goods
Bulk
$132
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Whole Foods — Fresh Run
Trip 2 of 3 · Day before event
$680
estimated
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Heirloom tomatoes
8 lbs
$56
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Fresh herbs (basil, thyme, rosemary)
10 bunches
$40
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Mixed berries for dessert
6 pints
$72
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Arugula, mixed greens
3 lbs
$38
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Burrata, parmigiano
4 portions
$84
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Sysco Delivery — Specialty
Trip 3 of 3 · Delivered Jun 12
$1,280
estimated
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Jumbo shrimp (cocktail hour)
10 lbs
$220
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Event-grade glassware rental
100 units
$180
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Vanilla bean (Madagascar)
20 pods
$95
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Microgreens, edible flowers
Garnish kit
$62
Vendor & Supplier Notes
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Sysco Tampa Bay
Food & Beverage Distributor
📞 (813) 555-0190 · contact@syscotampa.com
Min. order $500 · 3-day lead time for specialty items. Use code GROVU10 for 10% off first order each month. Contact rep: David Chen, ext. 204.
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Perfect Events Co.
Equipment & Linen Rental
📞 (813) 555-0227 · rentals@perfectevents.co
Books 2 weeks out minimum for large events. Has GN pans, chafing dishes, and full linen service. Drop-off day before, pickup day after. Reliable for 50+ guest setups.
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Suncoast Produce Co.
Local Farm Produce Supplier
📞 (727) 555-0081 · orders@suncoastproduce.com
Next-day delivery if ordered by 3PM. Best for seasonal herbs, microgreens, edible flowers. Pricing per tray. Ask about weekly standing order discount for recurring event clients.
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Arctic Ice & Refrigeration
Cold Storage & Ice Delivery
📞 (813) 555-0344 · info@arcticicefl.com
Delivers bagged ice or portable cooler units for on-site cold storage. Needed for outdoor events over 50 guests. Book 72h in advance for weekend events.
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Lakeside Corporate Gala
Saturday, June 14, 2026 · Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay · Ballroom A
75
Guests
13
Dishes
3
Courses
$3,200
Total est.
grovu.co/menu/lakeside-gala-jun14
Total food cost estimate
$3,200
$42.67 per guest · Includes all courses, garnishes, and consumables
$1,600 saved
vs. $4,800 industry average for this event type
Dietary: 6 GF · 4 Vegan · Halal-friendly
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Cocktail Reception
5 passed appetizers · 6:00 – 7:00 PM
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Bruschetta Trio with Heirloom Tomato & Burrata
Classic, roasted garlic, and olive tapenade varieties on sourdough crostini. Made in batches of 25 per service pass.
Vegan option30 min prep
Chef tip: Prep crostini day before. Top fresh 20 min before service.
$185
$2.47/guest
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Chilled Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Display
10 lbs of U10 jumbo shrimp with house-made cocktail sauce, horseradish cream, and lemon wedges on a carved ice display.
Gluten-FreeHalal2h prep
$420
$5.60/guest
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Crispy Falafel Bites with Tzatziki
House-made chickpea falafel, fried to order in batches, served with cool tzatziki and pickled red onion. 4 pieces per guest.
VeganGF45 min
$160
$2.13/guest
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Artisan Charcuterie & Cheese Station
5 cheeses, 4 cured meats, seasonal jams, honeycomb, grapes, and house-made crackers arranged on 2 large display boards.
Station service1h setup
$380
$5.07/guest
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Caprese Skewers with Aged Balsamic
Buffalo mozzarella, heirloom cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, drizzled with 12-year balsamic glaze. 3 skewers per guest on passed tray.
VegetarianGF
$215
$2.87/guest
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Dinner Service
4 dishes · 7:00 – 9:00 PM · Plated family style
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Herb-Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Reduction
12 lbs of USDA choice center-cut tenderloin, crusted with rosemary, thyme, and Dijon. Rested 20 min, sliced table-side. Served with roasted garlic au jus.
Gluten-FreeHalalStar dish
Chef tip: Sear in cast iron 2h before service. Finish in oven at 375°F. Rest 20 min before slicing.
$720
$9.60/guest
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Pan-Seared Lemon Herb Chicken Supreme
15 lbs of airline chicken breast, marinated 24h in preserved lemon, garlic, and herbs. Crispy skin, served with pan jus. Alternative protein option.
GFHalalAlt protein
$330
$4.40/guest
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Roasted Mediterranean Vegetable Platter
Zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, fennel — roasted at high heat with olive oil and za'atar. Vegan main and side dish. Serves full table family style.
VeganGFHalal
$195
$2.60/guest
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Truffle Parmesan Risotto
Carnaroli rice, aged parmigiano-reggiano, black truffle oil, crispy shallots. Made in 25-portion batches. Keep warm in hotel pans. Vegetarian crowd-pleaser.
VegetarianGFCrowd favorite
Chef tip: Begin first batch 45 min before dinner service. Finish with butter mount off-heat.
$240
$3.20/guest
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Dessert Station
3 items · 9:00 PM onwards
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Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta with Berry Coulis
Individual 4oz panna cotta set overnight in ramekins. Madagascar vanilla bean, topped table-side with fresh berry coulis and microgreens. 75 individual portions pre-plated.
GFVegetarianPre-prep night before
$195
$2.60/guest
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Dark Chocolate Lava Cakes (Individual)
72% Valrhona chocolate, made in silicone molds, baked 11 minutes at 400°F per service batch of 25. Served with vanilla bean ice cream and gold leaf.
VegetarianBaked to order
Chef tip: Prep batter up to 4h ahead. Bake in 25-unit batches, staggered by 15 min.
$225
$3.00/guest
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Fresh Seasonal Fruit & Sorbet Station
Whole fruit display with 3 sorbet flavors (mango, raspberry, lemon). Self-serve station with biodegradable cups. Vegan and gluten-free option for all dietary needs.
VeganGFHalal
$135
$1.80/guest
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Night before
Set all 75 panna cotta — refrigerate overnight
Marinate chicken breasts in lemon-herb mixture
Toast and store crostini in airtight containers
Make cocktail sauce and tzatziki — refrigerate
Portion and label all dry rubs and spice mixes
8:00 AM
Arrive at venue — kitchen setup and equipment check
Set up charcuterie station display boards
Begin vegetable prep: dice, season, sheet-pan roast at 425°F
11:00 AM
Sear beef tenderloin on high heat (all sides), rest in low oven
Begin risotto stock reduction
Arrange and chill shrimp cocktail display
3:00 PM
Skewer and plate caprese skewers — refrigerate on trays
Prep chocolate lava batter — portion into molds
Set up dessert station: fruit display, sorbet in service freezer
5:30 PM
Pass bruschetta and falafel bites — cocktail hour begins
Open charcuterie and shrimp stations
Begin first risotto batch (25 portions)
7:00 PM
Slice beef tenderloin table-side, plate family style
Fire chicken breasts in batches of 25
Serve roasted veg and risotto — keep warm in chafing dishes
9:00 PM
Plate panna cotta with coulis — 25 at a time, pass to tables
Fire lava cakes in batches, serve warm within 3 min of oven
Open self-serve fruit and sorbet station
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