Private Chef at Home | A Personalized Dining Experience in the Bay Area

Elevated dining at home: our private chefs craft each plate with precision, creativity, and restaurant-level presentation

Imagine turning your dining room into a private restaurant for the evening. With Heart & Plates, that’s precisely what we deliver. Our Private Chef at Home service brings the expertise, creativity, and ingredients right to you—so you and your guests can enjoy a unique gourmet experience without ever leaving your home.

Why Choose a Private Chef?

Hosting at home often means missing half the event. Between cooking, serving, and cleaning, the host rarely gets to enjoy the company of their guests fully. With a private chef, you get to step out of the kitchen and into the celebration.

Choosing a private chef also means:

• Personalization – Every menu is crafted with your tastes and preferences in mind.

• Professionalism – Restaurant-quality dining, but in a relaxed home setting.

• Convenience – We handle everything, from shopping to clean-up.

• Memorable moments – Food becomes an experience, not just a meal.
  

Perfect for Every Occasion

Our Private Chef service adapts beautifully to any type of gathering:

• Romantic Dinners for TwoIntimate, candlelit dinners where every course is designed to impress. Think seared scallops with citrus beurre blanc, filet mignon with truffle potatoes, and a decadent molten chocolate cake for dessert.

• Family CelebrationsBirthdays, anniversaries, or reunions where everyone enjoys themselves equally. Picture a shared feast with grazing boards, roasted meats, vibrant salads, and a show-stopping cake.

• Culinary Workshops with FriendsCooking becomes part of the entertainment. Learn to make hand-rolled sushi, authentic Mexican street tacos, or fresh pasta while sipping wine with friends.

• Special Themed NightsWant to host an Italian evening, a Peruvian-inspired feast, or a wine-pairing dinner? We’ll design the menu to match your vision.
  

Bespoke Menus Tailored to You

No two events are alike. That’s why we build menus around your preferences, dietary needs, and the season’s freshest ingredients. Here are some sample menu inspirations:

Romantic Dinner Menu Example

• Starter: Oysters with Champagne Mignonette

• Main: Filet Mignon with Truffle Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Asparagus

• Dessert: Molten Chocolate Lava Cake with Raspberry Coulis
  

Family Celebration Menu Example

• Starter Grazing Table: Artisan Cheeses, Charcuterie, Fresh Fruits, Dips & Warm Breads

• Main Courses: Roast Chicken with Rosemary, Grilled Salmon with Lemon-Dill Sauce, Seasonal Vegetable Medley

• Dessert: Custom Celebration Cake or Tiramisu
  

Interactive Workshop Menu Example

• Hands-On Starter: Homemade Gnocchi with Pesto & Tomato Sauces

• Group Main: Seared Halibut with Sautéed Spinach

• Dessert: Build-Your-Own Seasonal Fruit Tartlets
  

Seasonal California Menu Example

• Starter: Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Salad with Basil Oil

• Main: Seared Duck Breast with Blackberry Reduction

• Dessert: Meyer Lemon Tart with Toasted Meringue

Each menu is designed to be flexible, creative, and customizable.

From Start to Finish

We take care of everything so you can focus on your guests:

1. Planning the Menu – A consultation to learn about your preferences, dietary needs, and event style.

2. Sourcing Ingredients – Fresh, local, and seasonal products whenever possible.

3. Cooking On-Site – Your kitchen becomes our stage, filled with aromas of fine dining.

4. Serving Each Course – Plates are delivered with attention to detail and presentation.

5. Clean-Up – We leave your kitchen spotless, so the evening ends as smoothly as it begins.
   

Experience Heart & Plates at Home

A private chef transforms dinner into a memory. Whether it’s an intimate dinner for two, a lively family celebration, or a fun workshop with friends, Heart & Plates brings fine dining, creativity, and ease into your home.

Hosting has never been this effortless—or this unforgettable.