Private Chefs in The Hamptons
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If you want to enjoy restaurant-quality cuisine without leaving the comfort of your home or vacation rental, private chefs in The Hamptons can help. You might be in the mood for rustic Italian, hearty French bistro or authentic Japanese sushi. Whatever tickles your taste buds, it’s all possible when you hire a chef for the night in the Hamptons and with chefs available from East Hampton and Montauk to Southampton and Westhampton Beach, it’s never been easier to indulge your inner epicurean. It could be for a dinner party in The East End, a date night or simply to enjoy an evening off cooking. Whatever your reason and whatever the occasion, if only the finest food will do, then be sure to book private chef experiences in The Hamptons today!
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Hire a Private Chef in The Hamptons
Whether you’re exploring the waterside eateries of Sag Harbor, the celebrity-led restaurants of East Hampton or enjoying beachside dining in Montauk, there are plenty of choices for curious culinarians in the Hamptons. But what if you’re tired after a day spent exploring? What if you want to enjoy the restaurant experience without even taking off your slippers? That’s where private chefs in the Hamptons come in.
Bringing the restaurant experience to your home or vacation rental, each chef also brings more than a decade’s experience at the height of their industry to the table. Working with you to build a menu that perfectly pleases your palate, they’ll also ensure that everybody in your group’s dietary requirements are deliciously catered for. More than that, when you hire a chef in the Hamptons, they’ll take care of absolutely everything for you on the night, from grocery shopping to the dreaded clean-up afterwards. That means that you can relax, spend quality time with your loved ones and enjoy an evening of being spoiled by your own personal chef.
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Chef James
Bay Area
Chef James' true passion in life is cooking. There's almost nothing he loves more than throwing dinner parties and curating wonderful and creative dishes completely from scratch. He offers a variety of cooking and catering services, including cooking class parties, private dinners and catered events, and features Italian and Spanish-inspired dishes of the highest quality, using locally grown and artisan ingredients.
| 355 Reviews
Chef Stacy D.
San Diego
After attending culinary school at San Diego City College, Chef Stacy decided to start her own business. She has been afforded the opportunity to cook for many diverse clientele and strives for superior, friendly customer service, always with fresh ingredients and delicious food. She is also an experienced Kosher chef, an advocate for clean eating and an educator on how to avoid harmful ingredients.
| 252 Reviews
Chef Shinya
Seattle
Hailing from Japan, Chef Shinya focuses on crafting outstanding cuisine centering on traditional and authentic Japanese recipes, but mixed with a passion for using fresh, local ingredients. This method, along with his extensive experience as a culinary instructor, chef trainer and former restaurant owner who has earned three stars from Seattle Times, proves Chef Shinya's classes will be extraordinary.
| 193 Reviews
Chef Titik
Chicago
Being proud of her strong Indonesian heritage is a big part of who Chef Titik is. The chef's hope is to impart a passion for food on others so they can learn more about cooking and enjoy meals that always taste incredible, from Indonesian fare to Italian and Indian. Chef Titik's culinary background is peppered with achievements, including graduating with honors from the Art Institute of California with degrees in culinary art, and baking and pastry art.
| 172 Reviews
Chef Chris
Atlanta
After discovering his passion for cooking as an Italian language instructor at UC Berkeley, Chef Chris went on to be the co-founder of a culinary event business, specializing in regional Italian cooking, and then worked as a chef teaching cooking classes for corporate groups, cultivating a 5-star rating. Chef Chris now works with a company providing walking food tours of Little Italy as well as teaching his lauded cooking classes.
| 492 Reviews
Chef Lisa
Boston
Chef Lisa has had a long standing appreciation for food, cooking, and nutrition. This passion led her to study Human Foods and Nutrition in college. She was given the opportunity to further her career by working as an executive pastry chef for resorts and hotels, as an healthy eating specialist for Whole Foods Market, and now has her own culinary business, where she helps others explore food, and ultimately, better their lives.
| 277 Reviews
Chef Laura
San Diego
Chef Laura has an incredible culinary résumé that includes graduating with honors from the International Culinary Center. Previously, a caterer and chef instructor, Chef Laura currently hosts fun and exciting cooking classes where she shares her sharp culinary knowledge and techniques. She knows exactly how to prepare a menu using optimal seasonal ingredients that bring out the best aromas and flavors for a truly beautiful dish, so prepare to up your cooking game!
| 162 Reviews
Chef Greg
Washington, D.C.
An accomplished chef and world traveler, Chef Greg has much to offer in the culinary landscape. With over 20 years of experience, Chef Greg prides himself on his ability to craft creative and inventive fare that exceeds expectations, while providing a service that goes above and beyond. Chef Greg has opened restaurants in London, studied under top chefs, and prepared meals for royalty.
| 124 Reviews
Chef Timothy
Nashville
Chef Timothy is living his childhood dream as a personal chef and culinary instructor in Nashville. With past experience that includes teaching cooking classes for kids and working as a private chef, Chef Timothy is an engaging teacher for all ages and skill levels. He loves to cook international cuisine as well as classic southern fare, and his goal is to bring the life-giving joy of wonderful food to every guest.
| 100 Reviews
Chef Gustavo
Washington, D.C.
Latin American cuisine is what Chef Gustavo is all about. As the owner and executive chef of Rumba Café in Adams Morgan for 20 years, he understands this cuisine more than anything else. He draws his inspiration from his own travels through Latin America, the Caribbean, France, Spain and more. He studied at L’ Academie de Cuisine and is knowledgeable in French cuisine as well. He is available to teach classes in both English and Spanish.
| 491 Reviews
Chef Mike
Bay Area
Over the last 20 years, Chef Mike has acquired a wide range of talents working in recipe development, food styling and instruction at some of the nation's most reputable culinary programs. With a degree in Food and Nutrition as well as Culinary Arts, he is passionate about sharing knowledge of cooking healthfully without sacrificing taste. A world traveler, Chef Mike's range of cuisine knows no bounds and he delights in sharing the stories and technique behind each dish.
| 191 Reviews
Chef Aaron
Austin
Previously a chemical engineer, Chef Aaron left his job to purse his true passion and enrolled in culinary school. He graduated from Le Cordon Bleu, is now teaching at a culinary school and works as a private chef with his own company. Chef Aaron's hospitality is unmatched as he offers classes out of his home, showcasing fresh herbs, seasonal fruit, and pastured eggs gathered from his 1,000-square-foot garden and greenhouse.
| 218 Reviews
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FAQs
How much does a private chef in The Hamptons cost?
The cost of a private chef for a dinner party usually ranges between $59 and over $100 per person, however, this varies based on a few factors. The number in your party is one, since experience prices are tiered based on group size. The neighborhood is another, with chefs in Sag Harbor often charging different prices to those in Montauk. Finally, high-demand dates like Labor Day and Valentine’s Day often command higher prices.
For a rough estimation of what it'll cost to hire a chef, you can view the starting price on your chosen experience’s web page. Or for more in-depth assistance, why not reach out to our Concierge team?
What is included when you hire a chef for the night?
When you hire a chef for dinner, you can expect everything to be taken care of for you. That includes all of the grocery shopping, all of the cooking and even the dreaded clean-up at the end of the night!
Hamptons Chefs are dedicated to providing a seamless and stress-free experience for all involved. No need to worry about cooking and certainly no need to dress up! Simply answer the door when the time comes, then sit back and relax with your loved ones while your chef gets busy in the kitchen, spoiling you all to an unforgettable evening of culinary indulgence.
What are the most popular cuisines with private chef experiences?
If you’re wondering which cuisines you can choose from when hiring chefs to cook at your home, it’s really a question of what you’re in the mood for. Are you in the mood for rustic Italian pasta? How about hearty French bistro fare or authentic Japanese sushi?
When you hire a chef for the night, it’s all possible. And don’t worry, even if you have something specific in mind that you can’t find readily available online, all you need to do is ask! Whether it’s surf and turf or a full-course meal worthy of a Michelin-star restaurant, your chef will gladly curate a menu that pleases absolutely everybody around your table.
How do I hire a chef or rent a chef?
Whatever the occasion, if you’ve decided to hire a private chef for a dinner party, the process couldn’t be easier. Simply head to the Private Chef area of the Cozymeal website, where you can easily search for chefs in your city. Once you’ve found a host and a menu that tempts your taste buds, all that’s left to do is select your group size and set a date!
Even if the private chef experience you’re looking for isn’t readily available, don’t worry. You can always reach out to our Concierge team, who’ll be glad to assist with everything from alternative dates and customized menus to pricing and more.
How much should I tip my private chef?
We understand if you would like to give a tip — it’s a great way of thanking your in-home chef for a wonderful evening. But it’s important to know that when you rent a chef, you are under no obligation whatsoever to do so. Your host will be delighted to provide the most indulgent culinary experience for everybody around your table, regardless of whether or not there’s a tip left on it at the end of the night.
If you would like to tip, the amount that you give is entirely up to you. But if you’re unsure how much to give, we usually recommend tipping between 10% and 25% of the total experience cost.
Where do the experiences take place?
When you enlist the help of an in-home chef, the first thing they’ll ask is where you’d like the event to take place. All that’s required is a clean and functional place in which to work. As long as that’s in place, your host will gladly come to your home, vacation rental or any other hired venue, provided that it lies within their city location.
Whether you’re in Sag Harbor, Montauk, East Hampton, Southampton, or Westhampton Beach, your chef will be happy to come and take over your kitchen for the evening. From there, they’ll set about preparing your chosen menu, helping you and your guests forge foodie memories that are sure to last long after the final plates have been cleared.
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