OFFERINGS
Let’s Eat
HI THERE
Welcome to Dena’s Table, a place where food is not just prepared, but lovingly crafted to share with family, friends, and neighbors. Born from the cozy confines of my kitchen in Avon Lake, this brand and business blossomed from a simple act of kindness—making a little extra to share. Inspired by the unparalleled home cooks in my life, from my grandmothers to my parents, I learned early on that food is the deepest expression of love.
Now settled in our farmhouse in Vermilion, Ohio, Dena’s Table has grown to encompass not just meals, but memories. We offer private dinners, special events, retreats, and creative collaborations, each imbued with my passion for design, unique ingredients, and culinary creativity. Partner with us, and rest assured that your guests will leave feeling cherished and nourished, because at Dena’s Table, every meal is a testament to care and community.
Private Catering
Rates starting at $135/guest
Let me cook for your crowd, in your kitchen.
Intimate and homespun, Dena’s Table will work with you to create the perfect menu for your special event. From a cute, fresh boxed lunch to a 4-course meal, expect a whole and delicious plate with seasonal fruits and vegetables, local meats + seafood.
YOUR PRIVATE CHEF
I’d Love to cook for you.
I’d love to cook with you.
Dining at North Ridge Farm
Gather at our table.
Visit our little homestead in historic Brownhelm Township in Vermilion, OH. We’ll set the table and create a seasonal menu, you bring your loved ones (and, maybe, the wine!). Enjoy a poolside luncheon or dinner in the garden, the communal table in the big red barn, or an enchanting seat under the canopy of giant maple trees.
THE STORY OF DINNER IN
Making Dinner Easier
Dinner In started super small—just me cooking for my husband and our three kids, then for a couple of neighbors who wanted the same thing we had every night: hot, delicious food on the table without the stress. One meal led to another, and before long I was feeding way more families than I ever expected. When we moved to Vermilion, Dinner In came with us, still rooted in the same idea: making it easier to gather around your table.
Fast forward six years, and it’s been such a joy (and an honor) to feed so many of your families. Right now Dinner In is on break while I focus on hosting events at the farm and cooking private dinners in others’ homes. Maybe it’ll be back, maybe it’ll evolve—we’ll see.
For all my Dinner In families: thank you for letting me be a part of your table. And for any passionate home cooks dreaming about starting something like this in your own community—I’d love to hear from you. Fill out the form below and let’s chat.
xo, Dena
