FAQ

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Choose the shape of the evening, pick a chef whose story catches you, choose a menu, and lock in a date. Payment is taken at booking; you'll get a confirmation and the chef's direct contact.

For weekends, two or three weeks is comfortable. For weeknights, a few days is often enough. For anniversaries and holidays, as far out as you can — the best chefs fill their calendars quickly.

The grocery shopping, the cooking, the plating, the service, and the full kitchen cleanup. All you supply is the kitchen and the guests.

Every chef accommodates allergies and preferences. Tell us at booking and the chef will design the menu around them — beautifully, never begrudgingly.

The menus listed are our chefs' signature evenings. For fully custom menus, book any chef and mention it in your notes — we'll route your request directly.

Full refund up to 14 days before your dinner. 50% between 14 and 7 days. Inside 7 days the booking is non-refundable — the chef has already committed the evening. See our cancellation policy for the full details.

Tipping is not required — chefs are paid a fair rate — but always appreciated for a night that stays with you.

We're always looking for talented private chefs. Visit our For Chefs page to learn about the platform and apply. We review every application and respond within 48 hours.