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Private Chef & Catering Services in Orange County

Planning a dinner party, wedding, or event?
Here are answers to the most common questions about hiring a private chef or catering service in Orange County.

What does a private chef do?

A private chef provides a complete dining experience in your home or venue.
We handle everything from menu planning and grocery shopping to cooking, service, and full kitchen clean-up.

Where do you provide services?

We serve clients across

Orange County including: Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, Huntington Beach, Irvine,San Clemente

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San Diego County, Riverside County, San Bernadino County, and L.A. County

How far in advance should I book?

We recommend booking:

  • Dinner parties: 1–2 weeks in advance

  • Catering events: 2–4 weeks

  • Weddings: 1–3 months

However, we can sometimes accommodate last-minute bookings depending on availability.

Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Absolutely. We cater for:

  • vegetarian

  • vegan

  • gluten-free

  • dairy-free

  • allergies and special diets

Do you provide plates, cutlery, and equipment?

We bring all necessary cooking equipment.

For larger events, we can also arrange:

  • plates and glassware

  • serving staff

  • rentals

Do you clean up after the event?

Yes. We leave your kitchen clean and tidy as if we were never there.

Do you offer wedding catering in Orange County?

Yes. We provide full-service wedding catering for:

  • beach weddings

  • private estates

  • intimate weddings

  • large-scale celebrations

Do you travel outside the stated counties?

Yes, we can travel to surrounding areas depending on the event.

Additional travel fees may apply.

What types of events do you cater for?

We provide private chef and catering services for:

  • Dinner parties

  • Birthday celebrations

  • Anniversaries

  • Weddings

  • Corporate events

  • Private parties

  • Vacation home dining

  • Yacht catering

We cater for both small intimate dinners and large events of 100+ guests.

How much does a private chef cost in Orange County?

Pricing depends on the menu, guest count, and service style.

Typical pricing:

  • Private chef dinners: from $120 per person

  • Catering events: from $65 per person

  • Wedding catering: from $85 per person

We provide custom quotes based on your event.

Can we customize the menu?

Yes. All menus are fully customized based on your preferences, dietary needs, and event style.

What type of cuisine do you offer?

We create a wide range of menus including:

  • California coastal cuisine

  • Mediterranean

  • Italian

  • seafood-focused menus

  • tasting menus

  • BBQ and family-style dining

Do you provide servers or waitstaff?

Yes, for larger catering events we can provide professional service staff to assist with serving and guest experience. (At an extra cost)

What size events can you cater for?

We cater for:

  • small dinners (2–10 guests)

  • mid-size events (10–30 guests)

  • large events (30–100+ guests)

Do you offer corporate catering?

Yes, we cater corporate events including:

  • business dinners

  • office events

  • team celebrations

  • executive dining experiences

Still have questions?

Let us help you plan your event.

Get a custom menu and quote within 24 hours

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