Hosting a holiday usually means being the one person not sitting down for most of the night. A private holiday dinner changes that. The menu still gets built around your family's actual traditions. Someone else just does the cooking.
Can a private chef cook a traditional holiday menu?
Yes. We build the menu around what your family actually eats on the holiday, whether that is a classic Thanksgiving spread, a Friendsgiving with dishes from a few different traditions, or a Christmas Eve dinner with its own specific dishes. Nothing comes off a fixed catering list.
How does this work with a house full of family?
We work around your household, not the other way around. We bring what we need and use your kitchen at a time that fits your family's schedule, so the space is free again for coffee, dessert, or whatever the rest of the night looks like.
What about dishes that always cause an argument?
Tell us about them directly. Every family has a dish someone insists on and a dish someone else is tired of. We build the menu around your list, including the non-negotiables, instead of guessing.
Does this work for a smaller Friendsgiving too?
Yes. Holiday dinners range from a full extended family Thanksgiving to a smaller Friendsgiving with a handful of friends. There is no minimum guest count either way.
FAQ
Can you cook a traditional Thanksgiving menu, not something seasonal and unfamiliar? Yes. Tell us the dishes your family expects and we will build the menu around them, alongside anything seasonal you want to add.
Do you handle dietary restrictions across a big holiday table? Yes. Holiday tables often mix several sets of preferences and restrictions. Tell us the full list when you book and we will build a menu that works for everyone at it.
How far in advance should we book a holiday dinner? Earlier than usual. Holiday dates fill up fast, including Thanksgiving week and Christmas Eve. A few weeks out is the minimum. A month or more is better.
Can you cook a smaller Friendsgiving, not a full family holiday? Yes. Send an inquiry with your date and guest count, whatever size the group is.