Various spices and herbs in small round wooden bowls arranged in a grid pattern.

Shear Taste: Midwest Roots, Global Flavors


Shear Taste is a culinary venture dedicated to fostering relationships through community and cuisine. With a philosophy that "it always starts with community," the brand leverages local partnerships and seasonal ingredients to deliver dining experiences that are both deeply personal and highly professional.

Culinary Philosophy

While firmly rooted in the heart of the Midwest, the menu is a vibrant tapestry of international influences. Shear Taste optimizes fresh, local ingredients to craft dishes that honor traditional techniques while pushing boundaries across a diverse repertoire, including:

  • Heritage Traditions: West African and American Soul.

  • Global Staples: Mexican, Italian, and American Chinese.

  • Refined Techniques: Classic French influence.

Strategic Services

Shear Taste specializes in premium dining across several high-stakes channels:

  • Corporate Catering: Sophisticated, customizable upscale buffet solutions for gatherings of all sizes.

  • Private Aviation: Bespoke, gourmet in-flight dining designed for luxury and comfort.

  • Private Chef Services: Exclusive, collaborative culinary solutions for intimate celebrations.

  • Fast-Casual Innovation: Accessible, high-quality meals via a food trailer and digital storefront.

From private wine tastings to large-scale corporate events, Shear Taste is committed to culinary excellence and sustainable growth.

We source locally when possible to help build sustainable relationships.

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Close-up of a vegetable stir-fry with yellow cauliflower, green peas, diced green and red peppers, onions, and bay leaves in a frying pan.
Blackened Shrimp
Two Day Age Sirloin.
Airline Chicken, mashed potato, chicken aus jus, broccolini.
Marinated Asian-style Pork Belly with jackfruit.
Leek & Mushroom Frittata
Roasted beet, feta, Candied Pecan, spinach salad
Blueberry Muffins with Bacon Crumble.
Tray of Asian style pork belly bites garnished with julienned fruit and small skewers, set on a black table with an informational sign beside it.
Shortcake Shooter
Multiple plates of fresh salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and crumbled cheese arranged on a stainless steel kitchen counter.
Appetizer platter with fried balls on skewers, drizzled with yellow sauce, and garnished with microgreens; on the side, smoked salmon on cream cheese on a round cracker, garnished with capers and herbs.
Roasted Beet Appetizer.
Chocolate Ganache Style S'mores.
Close-up of mixed whole spices including cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, black peppercorns, cardamom pods, nutmeg, and star anise.
Pasta salad
Plate of pasta with meatballs, topped with shredded cheese.
Large platter of sliced grilled steak arranged in a circle, topped with sliced vegetables including green beans and yellow peppers, surrounded by an assortment of shrimps decorated with herbs and garnishes.
Bowl of beef vegetable soup with diced carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, celery, and chopped herbs
Cheesecake, blueberry coolis
A close-up of a pasta salad with tri-color rotini, shredded chicken, chopped cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, black olives, and pickles in a foil tray.
Close-up of a cooked vegetable stir-fry with sweet potatoes, red and green bell peppers, onions, and diced green onions.
A silver tray with assorted appetizers including cheese and cracker skewers, stuffed endive leaves with a creamy filling, rolled bacon-wrapped scallops on toothpicks, and small cups with dipping sauce, garnished with yellow roses and a blue flower.
A close-up of a colorful pasta salad with tri-color rotini, shredded chicken, chopped cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sliced black olives, and capers in a foil container.
A bowl of beef stew with vegetables, potatoes, carrots, tomatoes, and garnished with chopped herbs.
A large skillet filled with a mixture of cooked shrimp, diced potatoes, green peas, black beans, and possibly other vegetables.
Close-up of cooked beef chunks in a dark sauce with chopped green onions.
Baked cheese and meat quiche in a pastry crust, in a foil-lined dish.
Assorted baked goods including several slices of pound cake and muffins displayed on a counter
A cooling rack with twelve donuts, six topped with chocolate glaze and nuts, and six with plain chocolate glaze.
Four muffins with a candied bacon streusel topping in a clear plastic container.
Baked pasta with vegetables, chicken, and herbs in a metal serving tray
Stir-fried vegetables, including onions and green peppers, cooking in a black wok with steam rising.
Cheese platter with cubed cheddar, brie, and herb cheese, topped with dried cranberries, dates, dried apricots, and assorted nuts on a wooden board.
Fresh salmon fillets being grilled on a flat-top grill.
Close-up of cooked beef chunks in a dark sauce with chopped green onions.
Cooking meat in hot liquid with tongs and a gloved hand.
Cooked vegetable medley with cauliflower, green peas, carrots, celery, onions, and bay leaves in a skillet.
A bowl of beef stew with carrots and potatoes, served over mashed potatoes and garnished with chopped chives.
A plate of mixed salad with leafy greens, cheese, nuts, slices of cooked beef, and sliced pears, dressed with a light vinaigrette.
Plate of mashed potatoes topped with grilled steak slices and green peppercorn gravy.
Close-up of a large plastic container filled with pickled cucumbers, mustard seeds, jalapeños, and spices.
A colorful fruit salad with starfruit, blackberries, diced melons, and other fruits, garnished with purple orchids.
Four homemade muffins in a clear plastic container, topped with streusel and bits of bacon, with visible chocolate chips and fruit inside.
Multiple trays of baked mini casseroles or ramekins lined up on a stainless steel prep table in a commercial kitchen, with industrial ovens and kitchen equipment in the background.
A buffet table with various salads and dressings in black and white trays, including a fresh vegetable salad in a black bowl.
Appetizer platter with shrimp and mini sandwiches on a marble countertop.
A bowl of chopped salad with leafy greens, diced apples, yellow squash, possibly nuts, and other fresh vegetables.
Plate of uncooked pasta salad with cherry tomatoes, chopped vegetables, and grated cheese, covered with plastic wrap
Broken pieces of white chocolate on a gray surface.
Plate with a serving of rice, a breaded round vegetable patty with green sauce, and a side of cooked mixed vegetables.
Fresh baked blueberry muffins cooling on a wire rack, in brown muffin wrappers.
Pulled pork sandwich with barbecue sauce on a soft bun, with pickle slices and a napkin in the background.
Three racks of seasoned meat cooking in an oven or smoker.
Grilled chicken wings on a barbecue grill with two levels of grilling racks.
Close-up of individual dessert servings in silver spoons, each consisting of a chocolate cube on top of a layer of white cream, on a bed of crumbled graham crackers.
Assorted small appetizers on a tray, topped with cheese, pickles, and yellow plastic skewers.
Sirloin, garlic mashed potatoes, green beans and mushroom Demi.
Skin on Coho Salmon, herb creme fresh, asparagus, Parmesan leek potato cake.
Chicken piccata, asparagus, wild mushroom herb rice.
Citrus brined Pork Loin
assorted dessert bars
Salmon with maple ginger sauce
Bowl of baba ganoush topped with black beans, chopped red and yellow bell peppers, fresh cilantro, and drizzle of olive oil.
A tray of freshly baked glazed and unglazed donuts cooling on a wire rack.
Noodle salad with vegetables and greens on a white plate.
A plate with cooked green beans, red and yellow bell pepper strips, a hamburger steak with brown gravy, a potato pancake, and two eggs topped with cheese and diced tomatoes.
A large round silver platter with various appetizer garnishes, including small glasses with layered appetizers topped with breadsticks, small spoons with orange-colored dips, rolled cherry preserves with cheese on toothpicks, endive leaves filled wit
Mixed green salad with cranberries, diced apples, and crispy toppings on a white square plate.
Six white square plates each with two desserts: a small chocolate tart topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, and a square piece of dessert with a golden, flaky top, possibly a pastry or cake, garnished with a red watermelon piece and pine
A fruit display featuring pineapple tops, grapes, strawberries, cantaloupe, honeydew, oranges, apples, and other fruits arranged on a wooden board.
A plate with a serving of braised meat with sauce, mashed potatoes, and cooked vegetables including asparagus, carrot, and green beans.
A close-up of a gourmet pizza with roasted potatoes, cheese, basil, and balsamic glaze drizzled on top, served on a black tray.
Baked dish with melted cheese, chopped herbs, and mushrooms in a ceramic ramekin on a white plate.
Plate with loaded burger topped with fried egg, side of French fries, green salad, and dipping sauce
Mixed salad with blackberries, bacon, crumbled cheese, and apple pieces in a white bowl.
Plate with small sandwiches, French fries, and ketchup
Mixed green salad with sliced pears, crumbled blue cheese, dried cranberries, and pecans in a white bowl.
Green lettuce salad topped with sliced pear, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, and sunflower seeds in a white bowl.
A white bowl filled with roasted Brussels sprouts on a marble countertop in a restaurant or cafe setting.
Private Catered event.
Oven-baked flatbread topped with grilled chicken, chopped vegetables, arugula leaves, cheese, and drizzled with balsamic glaze on a black serving board.
A bowl of yellow soup with green herbs on a white plate, placed on a marble countertop.
Plate of creamy pasta with bacon and chopped herbs on a stainless steel countertop in a professional kitchen.
Plate of mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, and a beef steak with dark gravy garnished with fresh herbs.