Vickie McDougal

Her focus is food.

Born and raised in the heartland, Vickie brings southern flair to cuisine while utilizing Southern California's rich supply of fresh ingredients. From concept to completion, each menu and recipe is personalized to delight all 5 of your senses. Every morsel of food from the kitchen will please sight, smell, taste and feel, and you will hear yourself asking for seconds and thirds! Challenge Vickie with an old favorite or let her tempt you with one of her creations.

In 1988, Vickie began her career as a full-time licensed caterer working on a variety of projects from small intimate dinner parties to large elaborate themed events and weddings. She built a name for herself and her company, Oral Fixations, around Southern California and in 1999 was the first catering company invited to participate in the Huntington Memorial Food & Wine Festival where they showcased three of Vickie's unique creations: Krazy Krootz (sourdough, rosemary & garlic croutons), Pots de Poulette (gourmet puff pastry chicken pot pie), and Eggplant Tapanade with Cheese (a sweet, yet savory, hot appetizer spread served on crostini).



	Whether you are a novice in the kitchen, the home chef, or in the mood to taste something new with a few friends, Vickie can accommodate. There are several ways for you to be involved in the kitchen and the cooking process. Watch the pro at work in her beautiful state of the art teaching kitchen or the privacy of your own home! Students are provided copies of recipes and encouraged to take notes and write comments as they observe and learn the important details of menu preparation, culinary techniques, ingredient choices, equipment selection and meal timing.

These classes are great for couples and groups celebrating a special event. Savor each dish, from appetizer to dessert, as it is prepared right in front of you. Open a nice bottle of wine and you've got a party!

3-6 Hour Demo Class (per person)*:
One-On-One$250
Couples$175
Groups 3-6$125

* Above prices include all material costs for foods and take-home recipe packet; you enjoy the foods throughout the lesson and take home any leftovers.



			You are the chef! At the onset, Vickie talks you through the written recipes, menu preparation and demonstrates new techniques. Then, your "inner chef" will take-it-away and prepare the entire menu yourself (with Vickie by your side). Hands-on classes are on-your-feet and active with a dose of fun. These classes are for those just beginning to cook or for expanding the skills of an existing home chef! Usually lasting 5-6 hours, you take all food prepared home (including demonstration dishes) to enjoy with your family and friends.

5 Hour Hands-On Class (per person)*:
One-on-One$350
Couples$300
Groups 3-6$250

Price includes all material costs for foods, take-home recipe packet and all foods prepared.

*Price of Demonstration & Hands-On Classes may vary due to availability and seasonality of ingredients including fresh seafood. Please contact for current pricing.

Vickie designs the curriculum and writes lesson plans and recipes especially for you as you go along! Step-by-step photos are taken during your lessons and are compiled into your very own cookbook to take home. Bring your cookbook back for more and watch your repertoire grow!

One Time Only Fee - $250

Price includes all material costs for production of cookbook: creation of bonus recipes, step-by-step pictures taken during lessons, personal curriculum and lesson plans designed especially for you. Invaluable tool for the serious Chef at heart!

Let Vickie do the work for you!

Contact for information and pricing regarding her Full Service Event Planning, Catering, Corporate Luncheons and Personal Chef Service.

Weddings and Anniversaries
Dinner Parties
Theme Events
Gourmet Boxed Lunches
and many more!



		Genuine English bone china, antique serving pieces, linen, lace, and crystal enhance the elegance of your setting for 20-125 guests. Customize your own English Cream, High Tea, or Victorian Tea Menu for a party that is uniquely yours. Perfect for book clubs, bridal and baby showers, employee appreciation or a relaxing afternoon with friends.

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