When you submit an inquiry through our contact page, we will connect with you for a brief consultation call to learn about your vision. Shortly after, you will receive a detailed online estimate and a custom draft menu. Pricing typically starts at $90 per guest, scaling up based on your protein selections, course count, and level of customization.

To lock in your date, a 50% deposit is required. This rate covers complete menu development, ingredient sourcing, on-site preparation, multi-course table service, and kitchen cleanup. Approximately 10-14 days prior to your event, we will reach out to finalize menu choices, review dietary restrictions, and confirm timeline expectations.

On the day of your dinner party, Chef will arrive 60 to 90 minutes before your first course is served. We bring our own specialized cookware and typically utilize the dinnerware, flatware, and glassware available at your home or rental property. (For Airbnbs, we request a quick photo of the kitchen inventory beforehand to plan accordingly.) The chef will present you with your final invoice which you pay while chef cleans the kitchen before chef departs, just like you would in a restaurant setting.

The Simmering Chef offers tailored private dining experiences designed around your specific vision and event details.

Private Dining & Multi-Course Events

• Base Pricing: Private dinner party experiences begin at $90 per guest. This baseline includes a fully customized menu featuring your choice of primary protein and complementary sides, along with complete menu design, ingredient sourcing, on-site preparation, table service, and complete kitchen cleanup.

• Course Expansion: Additional courses, premium upgrades, or expanded culinary offerings are available and scale seamlessly in fixed price increments depending on your selected menu complexity.

• Event Minimums: Intimate "Date Night" dining (2 guests) requires a $500 minimum. For larger gatherings, general event minimums are $800 for weekday hosting and $1,000 for weekend service.

• Holidays & Peak Dates: Holiday or special event dates may carry higher minimums, which are detailed in your customized estimate to ensure dedicated culinary focus for your event.

• Booking & Finalization: A 50% deposit secures your reservation on the calendar. Final per-person rates depend on total course selection, specific ingredient preferences, and event location.

Custom Culinary Packages

• Special multi-day arrangements or large event formats are tailored to your specific requirements, with custom quotes finalized during your direct consultation.

At this time we are accepting parties of 2-18 people.

Plates & Tableware While we occasionally bring specialized tableware or supply plates upon request, we typically utilize the dinnerware and serving pieces available at your event venue or Airbnb. To ensure a seamless service and presentation, we simply ask for a quick photo of the kitchen inventory and available plates prior to your event date.