Private Chef in Thurso
Rent one of our 67 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.
A personal chef for any occasion in Thurso
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Thurso in March 2017, more than 67 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Thurso and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Quebec.
Starting in 2017, 254 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Thurso. To book your chef in Thurso, just share your event details in our form. Receive proposals from top chefs and chat with them until you find your match.
Up until today, our chefs have shared 40 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 1,524 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.4 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 254 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Thurso usually book menus around 3 CAD per person, including 4.18 courses, sharing an average of 3.05 messages with their chefs. If you've never had a chef at home but want to add an extra spice to your next celebration, just rent a chef in Thurso.
How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dream meal, including type of cuisine, preferences, and intolerances.
Receive menu proposals
Our chefs will design menus based solely on your wants and needs.
Get chatty with your chefs
Don't be shy about exchanging some messages with your chefs until your perfect menu is ready!
Book your experience
Once you are happy with your choice, submit your payment to secure your experience.
Enjoy!
All there is left to do is count down the days till your culinary experience begins!
67 Private Chefs in Thurso
Get to know more about our top rated Private Chefs in Thurso
More than 200 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.54 Chef
The guests in Thurso have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.54.
4.08 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Thurso received an average score of 4.08.
4.54 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.54 average score.
4.8 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Thurso has been scored with a 4.8 on average.
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40 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Thurso
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!
Arugula salad with grilled peach candy pecan, goat cheese with honey dijon vinegrate
Assorted bread and focaccia accompanied with carnal orange butter a
Scallop alla julien ( pan seared scallops limoncelo glaze, mango pure, micro greens,
Lobster and champagne risotto with roasted butternut squash and grana padano cheese fleaks
Seafood linguini, with tomatoes saffron broth (shrimp, scallops, mussels,
Grilled branzino, ( grilled sea bream, accompanied evo lemon herb sauce with potatoes duchesse, chaired red pepper and grill asparagus
Dorade alla royal, (sea bream fish fillet roulade stuffed with lobster and asparagus with brown butter sauce on bed of saffron risotto
Pistachio crusted halibut, with tropical chutney, fingerling potatoes, almond beans and broccolini,
Grand marier crem brûlée
New york cheesecake with 3 barriers compout
Pistachio riccota cake raspberry culis,
Mixed mezza's platters. mosaic selection of mezza's from turkey and mediterranean .(grilled haloumi and fresh fig, press yogurt and walnut, stuffed grape leaves, muhammarra ,babagannus, havuc tarator,mini pepper staffed with goat cheese
Arugula , radichio , black berries,salad with grilled peach candy pecan, goat cheese with honey citrus dressing
Pistachio crusted salmon with, baby roasted potatoes, honey glazed carrot, asparagus, butter capers sauce
Chicken oscar, (stuffed chicken breast with roasted red pepper , goat cheese accompanied with mushroom risotto roasted asparagus, with pesto cream sauce,
Pistachio ricotta cake raspberry coulis
Beetroot tartar,(golden beet and red beet tartar, miso vinaigrette, lemon cumin crisp,
Wild mushrooms rissoto, with crispy oysters mushrooms and wilted spinach
Vegan steak, accompanied with roasted garlic mash potatoes , asparagus sote, red pepper, chimichurri sauce
Chocolate flower cake!
Frisée salad with roasted cherry tomato, crispy bacon, maple vinaigrette, soft boiled egg
Roasted potato salad, bacon green onion, herbs
Jalapeño cornbread, maple butter
Butter braised green beans
Texas style beef brisket, smokey tomato sauce
Sous vide pork belly, apple and maple gastrique
Sriracha maple glazed chicken
Southern style bread pouding, whiskey caramel
Welsh rarebit
Frisée salad with roasted cherry tomato, crispy bacon, maple vinaigrette, soft boiled egg
Pan seared hanger steak, crispy duck fat potatoes, roasted asparagus, sauce bearnaise
Eton mess, meringue, whipped mascarpone, berries
Assorted seasonal sushi rolls (may contain fish, shelfish)
Veggie spring rolls with sweet thai chili sauce
Marinated chicken & paneer satay skewers
Mini samosas bites
Lime coconut shrimp with spicy thai peanut sauce
Crab cake salad with yuzu passion fruit & fennel slaw, kimchi aioli
Thai coconut & butternut squash soup with ginger honey & apple compote
Banh mi salad with spiced pork belly, homemade slaw & aioli
Handmade dumplings with pork & yam, miso sesame & mushroom broth
Carrot & beetroot ribbons, coriander tahini dressing with grapefruit & almonds
Fall-off-the-bone braised beef short rib with orange teriyaki butter glaze
Thai coconut curry chicken thigh with cashews & lime scented white rice
Five spice duck breast, confit potatoes, honey & orange butter sauce
Citrus & nori poached white fish with creamy masala corn chowder, radish micro salad
Ube & lavender creme brulee (or masala vanilla)
Black sesame & lime coconut pudding
Sous vide pear with japanese plum wine, saffron creme anglaise
Cashew crusted cheesecake with miso caramel
Five spice carrot cake with citrus cream cheese icing
Pan fried falafels, veggies & lemon tahini dip
Grilled pita bread with muhammara dip
Mini flatbread pizza with herb goat cheese, truffled mushrooms, artichokes & olives
Baked brie with rosemary infused honey & pecans
Artisan cheese board with side accompaniments
Quinoa salad with veggies, fried halloumi cheese, fig balsamic dressing
Pan roasted salmon salad with lentils, chickpeas, mint & dill dressing
Warm farrot salad with spinach, roasted pears, blue cheese & walnuts
Creamy tomato, roasted pepper & fennel soup, sweet & spicy croutons
White bean stew with seasonal vegetables, herbed oil & roasted cashews
Mediterranean spiced duck breast with pomegranate glaze
Pistachio crusted white fish with saffron & capers beurre blanc sauce
Herbed gnocchi with creamed feta sauce, sundried tomato, olive & basil
Harissa roasted chicken with fava beans & sausage ragout, chimichurri sauce
Braised lamb shanks with spiced ragout, parsnip mashed
Orange blossom & cinnamon chocolate cake, crushed pink peppercorn cream
Vanilla bean creme brulee, citrus lavender marmelade
Cheesecake stuffed crêpes with kefir berry harvest chilled soup
Olive oil & pistachio cake with rose & lemon scented icing
Amaretto almond & orange cake, vanilla bean ice cream with hibiscus glaze
Deliciously gooey baked brie or camembert with fig jam & olive oil crostini
Chef's assorted tapas on grilled baguette
Warm crab & lobster dip with artisan bread
French onion dip with crispy fried potatoes
French onion soup with emmental grilled cheese
Sous vide bartlett pear with aged port wine & goat cheese, candied walnuts, pomegranate
Grilled scallop with cauliflower fennel puree, orange, capers & olive brown butter
Poached beets roulade with almarium sours gastrique, citrus dill creme fraiche, toasted pine nuts
Pan seared crab cakes with cabbage fennel slaw with passion fruit, citrus & dill aioli
Sous vide steak served with creamy peppercorn sauce
Coq au vin (deboned chicken leg braised in red wine) served au jus
72hrs duck leg confit served with grand marnier orange sauce
Honey brined pork tenderloin with bacon apple chutney, grainy dijon
Pan fried white fish fillet on a bed of eggplant, tomato & zucchini
Cheesecake stuffed crêpes & chilled berry harvest gazpacho
Red wine espresso chocolate cake, crushed pink peppercorn cream, hibiscus glaze
Passion fruit & lemon meringue tart with fresh fruits
Vanilla bean & saffron creme brulee, baked apple compote
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.
Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Thurso.
What does a private chef service include in Thurso?
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Thurso?
The price of renting a chef in Thurso can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 183 CAD to 227 CAD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 183 CAD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 183 CAD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 205 CAD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 227 CAD per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
How can I hire a private chef in Thurso?
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
How can I find a private chef near me?
There are currently 67 chefs available in Thurso. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Thurso who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service?
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Does the chef cook at my house?
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Can I cook along with the chef?
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Are the ingredients fresh?
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
How much should I tip my private chef in Thurso?
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
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How many chef services are booked in Thurso each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Thurso, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Thurso.
Cost of a private chef in Thurso
The cost of hiring a private chef in Thurso can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 183 CAD to 227 CAD per person.
For 13 people or more: 183 CAD
For 7 to 12 people: 183 CAD
For 3 to 6 people: 205 CAD
For 2 people: 227 CAD.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
Talk to our chefs in Thurso
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Thurso? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Thurso, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.
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