Private Chef in Besançon
Rent one of our 31 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Besançon
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Besançon in April 2017, more than 31 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Besançon and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté.
Starting in 2017, 3,386 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Besançon. To book your chef in Besançon, 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 757 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 4,364 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.8 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 3,386 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Besançon usually book menus around 90 EUR per person, including 3.19 courses, sharing an average of 4.21 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 Besançon.












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!
31 Private Chefs in Besançon
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More than 3,300 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.71 Chef
The guests in Besançon have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.71.
4.79 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Besançon received an average score of 4.79.
4.79 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.79 average score.
4.93 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Besançon has been scored with a 4.93 on average.
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757 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Besançon
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Mezze falafel
Houmous
Caviars d’olives
Caviars d’aubergines
Salades de légumes croquants
Méchouia de poivrons
Pastilles au brebis et pousses d’épinards
Chorba végétal
Poulet de bresse rôti au citron confit et tagines de légumes au saveur douce
Bar rôti au agrumes accompagné d’un couscous saharien
Kefta façon tartare de bœuf et boulgours au saveurs d’orient
Pastillas libanaise parfumé à la rose et fruits sec
Douceur aux amandes
The à la menthe
Bouchée of foie gras at mango / bouchées de foie gras à la mangue
Crispy lollipop with scampi and basil / sucettes craquantes à la langoustine et au basilic
Tataki de boeuf français aux zestes de kumbawa / tataki of french beef with zests of kumbawa
Ceviche of sea bream / ceviche de daurade
Marinated scallops at saké, yuzu, mirin vinegar, soaj sauce and suprêmes of pomelos / noix de saint-jacques marinées au saké vinaigre mirin snackées et suprêmes pomelos
Bass filet snacked, virgin sauce, mousseline of sweet potatoes at coriander / filet de bar snacké, sauce vierge aux agrumes et mousseline de patates doucs à la coriandre
Beef slab butler butter at zests of citrus and espelette pepper,écrasé of potatoes at butter bordier at sarrasin / pavé de boeuf avec beurre maitre d'hôtel aux zestes d'agrumes et piment d'espelette, écrasé de pommes de terre au beurre bordier au sarrasin
Filet of chicken with basilic crust and poivronnade / filet de volaille en croûte de basilic avec poivronnade
Dilpomate cream, fresh cubes of mango, britain shortbread, coulis of mango and basil / crème diplomate, dés de mangue frais, coulis de mangue fraiche, éclats de sablé breton et basilic
Choux pastry like a paris brest / choux craquelin façon paris brest
Tartare of mango and red fruits zests of citrus and coconut / tartare de mangue aux fruits rouges, zestes d'agrumes et noix de coco râpée
Carbonara d'encornets, guanciale, parmesan, oeufs de truite et basilic
Gravlax de saumon à l’orange et au café, crème aux agrumes, kumquats, œufs de saumon et huile verte
Tartelette aux shitakés, espuma à la pomme de terre, jaune d'oeuf confit au soja, truffe et poudre de cèpes
Lieu jaune cuit en brioche, farce à l'absinthe et aux herbes, beurre blanc à l'orange tarroco et pak choi
Bar de ligne, sauce au yuzu kosho (condiment japonais au piment doux et yuzu), kumquat, sarrasin, cocos de paimpol et oeufs de truite
Rouget en papillon, sauce rouget façon bouillabaisse, polenta croustillante aux olives noires et au romarin
Ballottine de poulet fermier farcie aux shitakés, purée de panais, tempura de légume de saison et jus de volaille moutardé
Pressé d’agneau de 7 heures croustillant, déclinaison de légumes glacés, jus corsé, herbes fraîches
Magret de canard, purée de panais vanillée, pak choi et jus de volaille aux agrumes
Ganache cacao, caramel d’olives noires au beurre salé, croustillant cacao-noisettes
Moelleux mandarine, mandarines marinées à l’huile d’olive et à la vanille, pollen et glace maison à la cardamome
Lemon posset: crémeux citron, citron noir d’iran et citron caviar
Focaccia à la truffe, proscuitto cotto, fromage taleggio, oignons balsamiques et miel
Tartare de saumon affiné à la betterave, crème de raifort, salsa de framboises et citron confit
Crudo de saint-jacques à l'avocat et au poivron vert, vinaigrette de fruit de la passion, citron vert et baies roses
Arancini au gorgonzola et à la courge musquée servis avec mayonnaise à la sauge
Mini bouchées de ciabatta avec burrata, mortadelle et pesto de pistache
Bouchées de mozzarella et tomates cerises avec sauce au fenouil, miel et camomille
Raviolis aux homard, crème de baccala, raisin verte, ciboulette et huile de citron
Gnudi parmesan & ricotta sauce de céleri-rave, citron et lardons, poudre de cèpes
Calamars poêlés. au beurre de lardons caramélisés, sauce cioppino, fenouil mariné
Brasato al barolo à la toscane ( côtes levées de bœuf cuites lentement au vin rouge), crème de céleri-rave, salade de saison
Osso bucco milanais (au veau) avec crémeuse polenta ou gremolata de l'ail, basilic et citron
Dorade grillée, sauce caponata, courgettes grésillées, tapenade grossière d'olives et tomates séchées
Millefeuille à la hibiscus, framboise et chocolat blanc
Panna cotta au grec yaourt, miel et fraises
Entremet tiramisu au café et noisettes
Gougères at comté cheese / gougères au comté
Candied ratatouille verrine with french fresh goat's cheese
Dips vegetables with fresh cheese at chives
Salad of potatoes with french tomme cheese, red oignons and vinaigrette at old mustard
Assortment of french cheeses and bread
Duck breast, béarnaise sauce and confites potatoes
Blanquette of fish with basmati rice
Dark chocolat fondant sauce caramel beurre salé
Apple steam cooked with chocolate sauce
Crumble at red berries
Mosaïque de poireaux braisés, nori, beurre blanc, écorces d’agrumes confites, oeufs de truite
Oeufs, mayonnaise au basilic, anchois, pickles d'oignons rouges à la lavande
Arancini au potimarron et scamorza, aioli fumé
Cuisse de poulet fermier, légumes de saison glacés et jus de volaille à la citronnelle
Dos de cabillaud, beurre blanc au miso, champignons shitakés et pak choi
Risotto aux légumes d’automne, sauge croustillante, parmesan, noix
Ganache cacao, caramel d’olives noires au beurre salé, croustillant cacao-noisettes
Pavlova au kiwi et citron vert, meringue a l’aneth, pistaches et crème montée à la fève tonka
Riz au lait à l'huile d'olive de notre jardin et vanille bourbon, fruits de saison
Selection of cold and hot appetizers to share depending on the season
Truffle risotto
Half way cooked tuna medallion on a bed of smoked grilled aubergine, roquette salad and avocado
Beef tartar
Main course based on veal fillet with seasonal vegetables
Main course based fish fillet catch of the day
Main course based of chicken supreme and seasonal vegetables with truffle mashed potatoes
Chocolate fondant chef’s way
Lemon tart revisited
Arancini au potimarron et scamorza, aioli fumé
Cromesquis de cochon confit croustillant, condiment estragon, et carottes en trois façons
Mosaïque de poireaux braisés, nori, beurre blanc, écorces d’agrumes confites, oeufs de truite
Poitrine de cochon fermier croustillante, jus corsé infusé aux cèpes, mousseline de butternut et légumes glacés
Dos de cabillaud, beurre blanc au miso, champignons shitakés et pak choi
Risotto aux légumes d’automne, sauge croustillante, parmesan, noisettes torréfiées et gorgonzola
Mousse au chocolat légère, noisettes et sarrasin
Pavlova au kiwi et citron vert, meringue a l’aneth, pistaches et crème montée à la fève tonka
Riz au lait à l'huile d'olive de notre jardin et vanille bourbon, fruits de saison
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 Besançon.
What does a private chef service include in Besançon?
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 Besançon?
The price of renting a chef in Besançon 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 75 EUR to 126 EUR. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 75 EUR per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 69 EUR per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 95 EUR per person, and for 2 people, the price is 126 EUR 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 Besançon?
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 31 chefs available in Besançon. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Besançon 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 Besançon?
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 Besançon each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Besançon, 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 Besançon.
Cost of a private chef in Besançon
The cost of hiring a private chef in Besançon 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 75 EUR to 126 EUR per person.
For 13 people or more: 75 EUR
For 7 to 12 people: 69 EUR
For 3 to 6 people: 95 EUR
For 2 people: 126 EUR.
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.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Besançon?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Besançon: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Surprise, but you can have anything you want (our surprise menu will cover that!).
Beyond these six types of cuisine, our private chefs personalize diverse menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Our private chefs can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction and suggest other cuisines or fusion dishes. Submit your request and hire a chef in Besançon!






Talk to our chefs in Besançon
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