Private Chef in Piedmont
Rent one of our 257 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.
A personal chef for any occasion in Piedmont
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Piedmont in February 2017, more than 257 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Piedmont and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in California.
Starting in 2017, 10,776 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Piedmont. To book your chef in Piedmont, 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 3,896 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 54,874 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.48 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 10,776 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Piedmont usually book menus around 176 USD per person, including 3.08 courses, sharing an average of 3.67 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 Piedmont.
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!
257 Private Chefs in Piedmont
Get to know more about our top rated Private Chefs in Piedmont
More than 10,700 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.21 Chef
The guests in Piedmont have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.21.
4.56 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Piedmont received an average score of 4.56.
4.54 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.54 average score.
4.51 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Piedmont has been scored with a 4.51 on average.
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3,896 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Piedmont
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!
Mini ahi tuna tacos: crispy tortilla filled with ahi tuna tartare, avocado, and a drizzle of spicy aioli
Goat cheese and fig crostini: toasted baguette topped with whipped goat cheese, fig jam, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze
Dungeness crab cakes: bite-sized crab cakes served with a lemon aioli
Avocado and shrimp ceviche cups: fresh shrimp ceviche served in mini avocado cups with cilantro and lime
Mini caprese skewers: cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil drizzled with olive oil and balsamic reduction
Grilled artichoke hearts with lemon aioli: charred artichoke hearts served with a zesty dipping sauce
Seared scallops with mango salsa: perfectly seared scallops topped with a refreshing mango salsa
Duck confit lettuce wraps: shredded duck confit wrapped in butter lettuce with a light orange and fennel salad
Mushroom and truffle arancini: crispy risotto balls infused with truffle oil and served with a light herb dip
Mini lemon curd tartlets: crisp tart shells filled with tangy lemon curd, topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a fresh berry
Almond cake bites with fresh berries: small, soft almond cake squares topped with a mix of fresh raspberries and blueberries, and a dusting of powdered sugar
Chocolate-dipped strawberries: fresh california strawberries dipped in dark chocolate and sprinkled with a touch of sea salt for balance
Cheese board: featuring local california cheeses with honeycomb, fresh fruits, and artisanal bread
Salade niçoise: a classic niçoise with fresh california produce, seared ahi tuna, heirloom tomatoes, haricot verts, and a citrus vinaigrette
Grilled artichokes with lemon aioli: local california artichokes char-grilled, served with a bright, tangy aioli
Herb butter green beans: lightly sautéed in butter and fresh herbs
Moules frites: steamed mussels in white wine, garlic, shallots, and herbs, served with crispy pommes frites
Ratatouille: layered roasted vegetables in a light provençal sauce, finished with fresh herbs and olive oil from california
Grilled lemon-herb chicken: california chicken marinated in fresh herbs and lemon, served with a light beurre blanc and seasonal roasted vegetables
Basque cheesecake: creamy with a caramelized top, served with seasonal berry compote
Tarte tatin: a delicate french apple tart with caramelized apples and puff pastry, served with a dollop of crème fraîche
Lemon verbena sorbet: a refreshing and zesty palate cleanser made from california lemon verbena
Tuna tartare tostada - fresh tuna, avocado, mango salsa, crispy corn tostada, microgreens, and a drizzle of chipotle-lime aioli
Elote skillet cornbread - warm cornbread with roasted corn, cotija cheese, cilantro, and a dollop of jalapeño-honey butter
Ceviche trio - trio of ceviche featuring shrimp, scallop, and octopus, each with unique flavors of lime, cilantro, avocado, and mango, served with crispy plantain chips
Grilled sea bass with mango salsa - grilled sea bass, mango-pineapple salsa, cilantro-lime rice, and a side of sautéed seasonal vegetables
Braised short ribs with mole sauce - slow-braised short ribs in a rich mole sauce, served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and a side of sautéed green beans
Vegetarian enchiladas - spinach, mushroom, and cheese enchiladas topped with a creamy tomatillo sauce, served with black beans and mexican-style rice
Churro ice cream sandwich - crispy churro sandwich filled with vanilla bean ice cream, drizzled with warm chocolate sauce and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar
Tequila lime cheesecake - creamy cheesecake infused with tequila and lime, with a graham cracker crust, served with a berry compote
Flan with caramelized pineapple - traditional mexican flan topped with caramelized pineapple and a hint of coconut, garnished with fresh mint
Mediterranean mezze platter hummus, baba ghanoush, tzatziki, marinated olives, stuffed grape leaves, and pita bread
Grilled halloumi cheese with pomegranate molasses served with a side of fresh arugula and cherry tomatoes
Octopus carpaccio thinly sliced octopus with lemon zest, capers, and olive oil, garnished with microgreens
Stuffed zucchini flowers filled with ricotta, herbs, and a hint of lemon zest, lightly fried and drizzled with honey
Chilled cucumber and yogurt soup with fresh dill, mint, and a drizzle of olive oil
Roasted red pepper and tomato soup topped with a dollop of greek yogurt and basil oil
Fregola sarda salad mixed with sun-dried tomatoes, roasted vegetables, and a lemon-oregano vinaigrette
Quinoa tabbouleh with parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a lemon-tahini dressing
Grilled lamb chops with rosemary and garlic, served with a side of roasted vegetables and tzatziki
Seafood paella featuring saffron-infused rice, mussels, shrimp, and calamari, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges
Stuffed eggplant (imam bayildi) filled with a mixture of tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices, served with a side of herbed couscous
Chicken souvlaki marinated chicken skewers with a side of greek salad and pita bread
Baklava layers of phyllo dough filled with nuts and honey syrup, served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
Pistachio and rosewater panna cotta topped with a sprinkle of crushed pistachios and rose petals
Lemon and olive oil cake with a side of greek yogurt and fresh berries
Fig and honey tart a flaky crust filled with fresh figs and a drizzle of honey, served with whipped cream
Burrata and roasted cherry tomatoes creamy burrata cheese served with roasted cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic reduction, accompanied by grilled crostini
Prosciutto-wrapped figs fresh figs wrapped in thin slices of prosciutto, drizzled with honey and balsamic glaze, and garnished with arugula and toasted pine nuts
Dungeness crab arancini crispy risotto balls filled with dungeness crab and mozzarella, served with a spicy marinara sauce
Polenta fries with truffle aioli crispy polenta fries dusted with parmesan cheese, served with a side of truffle aioli
Panzanella salad a classic tuscan bread salad with heirloom tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, basil, and toasted bread cubes, tossed in a red wine vinaigrette
Tuscan kale caesar salad chopped tuscan kale with house-made caesar dressing, topped with garlic croutons, parmesan shavings, and a sprinkle of lemon zest
Roasted tomato basil soup a rich and creamy soup made from roasted tomatoes and fresh basil, garnished with a swirl of pesto and served with parmesan crisps
Minestrone verde a light and fresh minestrone soup with seasonal green vegetables, cannellini beans, and a touch of pesto, served with a slice of rustic bread
Pan-seared branzino with caponata pan-seared branzino fillet served with a sicilian caponata of eggplant, tomatoes, olives, and capers, finished with a drizzle of lemon-infused olive oil
Osso buco with gremolata slow-braised veal shanks in a rich tomato and wine sauce, served with saffron risotto and topped with a bright gremolata of lemon zest, garlic, and parsley
Porcini mushroom tagliatelle fresh tagliatelle pasta tossed with a creamy porcini mushroom sauce, finished with parmesan cheese and truffle oil
Chicken piccata lightly breaded chicken breast cooked in a lemon-caper sauce, served with garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed green beans
Tiramisu cheesecake a decadent fusion of tiramisu and cheesecake, featuring layers of mascarpone, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, and cocoa powder
Limoncello panna cotta a silky panna cotta infused with limoncello, topped with fresh raspberries and a mint sprig
Affogato al caffè vanilla gelato served with a shot of hot espresso and a sprinkle of dark chocolate shavings
Ricotta cannoli crisp cannoli shells filled with a sweet ricotta and orange zest filling, garnished with pistachios and a dusting of powdered sugar
Heirloom tomato tartare diced heirloom tomatoes, shallots, capers, and fresh herbs, drizzled with a balsamic reduction, served with toasted sourdough crostini
Sonoma cheese board a selection of local cheeses including point reyes blue, cypress grove humboldt fog, and cowgirl creamery mt. tam, served with honeycomb, fig jam, and assorted nuts
Dungeness crab and avocado stack layers of fresh dungeness crab, creamy avocado, mango, and microgreens, finished with a citrus vinaigrette
Wild mushroom bruschetta sautéed local wild mushrooms on a bed of ricotta spread, topped with arugula and a drizzle of truffle oil, served on toasted artisan bread
Grilled peach and burrata salad grilled local peaches, creamy burrata, arugula, and toasted almonds, drizzled with a honey-lavender vinaigrette
Roasted beet and goat cheese salad mixed greens with roasted beets, sonoma goat cheese, candied walnuts, and a citrus vinaigrette
Butternut squash soup creamy butternut squash soup with a hint of sage, garnished with toasted pumpkin seeds and a swirl of crème fraîche
Chilled cucumber and avocado soup a refreshing blend of cucumber and avocado with a hint of lime, garnished with fresh mint and a dollop of greek yogurt
Pan-seared sonoma duck breast crispy-skinned duck breast served with a cherry-port reduction, wild rice pilaf, and roasted seasonal vegetables
Grilled pacific salmon fresh pacific salmon grilled to perfection, served with a lemon-dill sauce, quinoa tabbouleh, and steamed asparagus
Herb-crusted lamb chops local lamb chops crusted with rosemary and thyme, served with garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed broccolini
Wild mushroom risotto creamy risotto with a medley of local wild mushrooms, finished with parmesan cheese and a drizzle of truffle oil
Meyer lemon cheesecake a rich and creamy cheesecake made with local meyer lemons, topped with a blueberry compote and a graham cracker crust
Chocolate almond torte flourless chocolate torte with a hint of almond, served with a raspberry coulis and whipped cream
Strawberry basil shortcake fresh strawberries macerated with basil, served on a flaky shortcake with whipped cream
Olive oil citrus cake moist olive oil cake infused with orange and lemon zest, topped with a light citrus glaze and a dollop of mascarpone cream
Spinach dip
Roasted tomato bruschetta
Steak crostini
Charcuterie board
Caesar salad
Chopped salad
Garden salad
Arugula salad w/ lemon vinaigrette
Angel hair pasta and grilled shrimp, veggies or chicken
Steak & lobster w/ garlic mashed potatoes and briccolini
Bourbon salmon
Garlic & herb lamb chops
Chicken piccata & asparagus
Honey vanilla mousse
Pistachio rum cake
Kahlua chocolate cake
Cheesecake
New season slow roasted & fresh tomatoes salad, pickled shallots, italian stracciatella cheese, herb oil, toasted herbed focaccia
Char siu bacon, eggs on your way, chilli crisp, truffle mayo
Special turkish eggs on herbed labne, crispy chili oil, pickled shallots, cucumber salad, herbs, tomato salad,fresh baked flat bread
French pea and mint bruschetta, poached egg, italian prosciutto, hollandaise sauce
Miso, mushroom and kale oatmeal congee
Asian breakfast skillet
Roasted kale & broccolini salad with quinoa, butternut hummus, dukkah crumb, poached egg
Slow roasted victorian pork belly, chilli caramel, heirloom carrot, pear salad
Fresh made toasted pretzel, topped with avocado salad, whipped ricotta, poached egg, lime dressing, seed cracke
Roasted branzino, saffron cauliflower rice, apple and shallot vinaigrette
Special housemade beef pastrami, potato hash, charred cabbage, smoked crema, roasted mushrooms, pickled shallots
Roasted harissa lamb shoulder, crushed green peas, potato rosti, mint labneh
Spicy truffle fried chicken, potato salad, paprika and black garlic cream, pickles, steamed bao bun
Roasted sweet potato toast, tandoori chicken and lentils
Pea fritters, cured pink salmon, salad, poached egg, truffle aioli
Fresh fruit board with mix of chef choice baby dessserts
Tiramisu french toast, espresso & bourbon whipped cream, mascarpone cheese, strawberries, chocolate soil & candied orange
Chia, flax & almond granola, whipped coconut yoghurt, mango, pineapple, passionfruit, summer berries
Bread pudding-cannoli croissants
Eton mess, crushed merengue, citrus mousse, marinated red fruits
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 Piedmont.
What does a private chef service include in Piedmont?
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 Piedmont?
The price of renting a chef in Piedmont 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 113 USD to 137 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 113 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 114 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 129 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 137 USD 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 Piedmont?
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 257 chefs available in Piedmont. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Piedmont 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 Piedmont?
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 Piedmont each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Piedmont, 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 Piedmont.
Cost of a private chef in Piedmont
The cost of hiring a private chef in Piedmont 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 113 USD to 137 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 113 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 114 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 129 USD
For 2 people: 137 USD.
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.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in Piedmont!
2 personal chefs register with us every month. Our verification team reviews these new chef profiles daily to categorize them, allowing you to discover incredible new chefs every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Piedmont?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Piedmont: 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 Piedmont!
Talk to our chefs in Piedmont
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 Piedmont? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Piedmont, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.
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