Private Chef - French Pescatarian Delicacies

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$ 119 Per person

All inclusive: 4-course meal, ingredients, cooking, service & clean up.

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What You'll Do

Get inspired by the coastal gastronomy of France.

Bring a bit of French magic to your own home with a private chef experience designed to amaze you and your guests. Chef Florence will craft a French inspired four course menu worthy of a Parisian bistro.

Feel at ease indulging in the flavors from the sea with tuna crudo as a starter. Later feel the coast aromas on your palate with seared halibut on parsnip and coconut purée, served with vivid green salad. A classic almond cake will make your home feel like a restaurant.

Guests are welcome to provide wine and beer to accompany the menu, and may request pairing recommendations from the chef upon booking.

Your Menu

Tuna Crudo

With tuna, capers and olives

Halibut, Leek Fondue, Parsnip Coconut Purée and Beurre Blanc

With halibut, leeks, parsnip and butter

Simple Green Salad

With salad, spring onions, roasted almonds, radishes and shallot vinaigrette

Almond Cake

With mascarpone cream, meringue, poached pears and verbena syrup

Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments cannot be made during the event.

Details

Minimum Guests 2
Maximum Guests 14
Meal Courses 4
Event Duration 5 hours
Chef Arrival Time 2 hours prior to the selected serving time
Labels Christmas, French, Pescatarian, Thanksgiving

What's included

The ingredients

The cooking

The service

The washing up

Meet your chef

Chef Florence

Food safety certified

20 reviews

From honing her skills as a professional cook to founding her own French-themed catering company, Chef Florence has lived many lives in the kitchen. Her dinners are a study in the culinary spirit of her home country, filled with classic dishes that celebrate the history and heritage of the region. With such love for her native land, Chef Florence transforms simple cooking lessons into magical moments of gourmet artistry.

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Cancellation Policy

Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.

Chef Florence will travel to guests within Raleigh for this experience.

What You'll Do

Get inspired by the coastal gastronomy of France.

Your Menu

Tuna Crudo

With tuna, capers and olives

Halibut, Leek Fondue, Parsnip Coconut Purée and Beurre Blanc

With halibut, leeks, parsnip and butter

Simple Green Salad

With salad, spring onions, roasted almonds, radishes and shallot vinaigrette

Almond Cake

With mascarpone cream, meringue, poached pears and verbena syrup

Details

Minimum Guests 2
Maximum Guests 14
Meal Courses 4
Event Duration 5 hours
Chef Arrival Time 2 hours prior to the selected serving time
Labels Christmas, French, Pescatarian, Thanksgiving

What's included

The ingredients

The cooking

The service

The washing up

Reviews

Verified guest reviews for this experience

Alexandra

12 Nov 2024

She was fantastic! Great food and wonderful personality! Highly recommend and will do again!

Verified guest reviews for other experiences with Chef Florence

Penny

15 Apr 2026

We cooked Chicken Cordon Blue, French Green Beans, Potatoes Gratin, and Apple Tarte Tatin. We all had a wonderful time and learned some time saving culinary skills. Florence was a pleasure!

Ingrid Fromm

14 Apr 2026

Florence was an absolute delight to have in our home. She brought warmth and genuine enthusiasm to every step of the evening, making us feel completely at ease in our own kitchen. She walked us through the art of Chicken Cordon Bleu with such skill and patience — sharing clever techniques, creative twists, and the kind of insider knowledge you just can't find in a recipe book. Between the pounding, layering, and perfectly golden crust, we swapped stories and laughs, and before we knew it, we were sitting down to a beautiful meal we had made ourselves. The whole experience was engaging, educational, and truly memorable. We couldn't recommend Florence more highly!

Maria

20 Feb 2025

Florence was terrific. Easy to communicate with, flexible, and a joy to be with. Great instructions and food was delicious.

Kristin Graham

10 Feb 2025

We absolutely loved our time with Chef Florence! She was very friendly and did an outstanding job in teaching us how to prepare an authentic Italian meal. The food was delicious and the six of us enjoyed being able to take part in the entire preparation process. We HIGHLY recommend both her and the experience to others!!

Suzanne

23 Dec 2024

Florence was great! Very informative and patient.

Jennifer

07 Dec 2024

Chef Florence was a delight. She gently instructed us, adapted the recipes for allergens, and significantly contributed to our holiday party atmosphere. She provided great tips. We also loved her no-waste policy and culinary viewpoint on sustainability. We thoroughly enjoyed our class and time with Chef Florence. We happily give her 5 stars!

Sue

22 Nov 2024

This was such a great memory making experience for my daughters & I. We learned, we laughed & found a French speaking friend. The evening was an absolute success & I’m so glad I found this option. Chef Florence is engaging & just lovely in the way she imparts her knowledge of baking. I highly recommend.

Julie

21 Nov 2024

Chef Florence was wonderful. So interesting, competent and personal. The meal was exceptional and my anniversary event a huge success.

Bonnie Holder

04 Sep 2024

Chef Florence did a wonderful job for our little group.. She showed us what to do and we had hands on experience to help us in the future! Every dish was delicious! She was lovely!

Reviews Chef Florence received outside of Cozymeal

Maggie

14 May 2024

Ya'll, it was SO FUN!!!! We did a family zoom cooking class for my Mom's birthday. Florence worked with us on a menu that met all of our dietary needs, let us choose what we preferred, and was super thorough in details prior to the night. I was a bit skeptical of how this would work on zoom, but you would have thought we were all together in person. It was seamless and such a blast. She talked us through how to cook each dish, chatted with us throughout, and taught us so much. The food was out of this world too! I would highly recommend an experience like this for your family or friends.

Jackie

14 May 2024

Florence created one of the more memorable family birthday celebrations! We were celebrating two young adult birthdays and Florence helped create a delicious menu. Her cooking class was informal but kept everyone engaged and learning new skills such as pasta making and knife skills. The food was fresh and local and seasonal. Florence was an absolute delight to spend time with. My family is still raving about what a fun evening we had. I will definitely use Florence for my next catered event.

Allison

14 May 2024

Florence created a private dining experience that was thoughtful and creative. Each dish was beautifully plated and exceptionally delicious. She accommodated food preferences and dietary restrictions easily and without hesitation, too. I am looking forward to many more meals with Florence!

Paul

14 May 2024

Florence Melin is the best. She came to our home and provided an exquisite meal for our friends and us. Everything was perfect. Florence is a delightful person and a great chef who will provide an unforgettable meal and experience.

Mary

14 May 2024

Florence led 14 of us through a cooking class to make crepes and toppings for Raleigh Sister Cities. She is patient, thoughtful, and did an excellent job modeling how to make the dish and teaching us how to do it. She’s wonderful to work with and a gracious host! We look forward to working with her again.

Erika

14 May 2024

We've used Sucre&Sel for two company events, and both events were flawless. The interactive cooking experience is fun for all and great for team building. I highly recommend Florence for a unique and memorable dinner experience.

Hilary

14 May 2024

Chef Florence is amazing! I learned so much from her and can't wait for another class. Chef Florence is excellent at helping people with food allergies to create new, delicious meal options. She is an extraordinary teacher and makes cooking fun.

Susan

14 May 2024

I took a group class with Florence last year, and then scheduled our own private family class. I can't recommend her enough. She is very personable and professional. Her teaching style is lovely--just enough explanations without being overbearing. Our cooking endeavors were so successful-- with attractive, delicious and hearty meals in a relaxed atmosphere. When you choose Florence, you have good taste!