Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the difference between a Personal Chef and a Private Chef?

A. Private Chef is employed by one individual or family full-time. A Personal Chef serves several clients or families, usually one per day, and provides multiple meals that are custom designed for the clients particular requests and dietary requirements. These meals are packaged and stored so the client may enjoy them at their leisure in the future.

Q. Do you cook in my kitchen?

A. I can prepare your meals in the safety of my kitchen or your kitchen, depending on your preference. If cooking in your kitchen, I will visit your home before the first cooking day is to assess the kitchen. On our agreed upon cooking day, I will bring the fresh ingredients for your meals along with any necessary pots, pans and utensils, and prepare your meals on site.

Q. How long will you be at my house cooking?

A. It usually takes 4-6 hours to cook, cool and store the meals in your home depending on the meal package selected. My time spent planning, grocery shopping, etc. is usually about three hours longer than the actual cooking time.

Q. What type of meals do you prepare? Can I choose the menu?

A. At our initial meeting we will discuss your likes, dislikes and any dietary needs you may have. This will allow us to customize your menu. You can choose your menu selection from my extensive menus or if you prefer we will choose the menu for you and send a copy of our selection for your approval a few days before your scheduled cook date.

From comfort to elegant entrees, a wide range of menu selections are available and. I will also prepare any of your own favorite recipes.

In addition to preparing the menu favorites, I have experience with special dietary needs; e.g. Keto, Anti-inflammatory, Vegan, Pescatarian.

Q. Do I pay ahead for each cooking date? Are groceries included? How far in advance can I schedule?

A. It is customary to pay a week in advance of the cooking date. The cost for containers will be included in your grocery fee. Note that many of the disposable containers can in fact be reused several times.

Q. How often will you come to my house to cook? Is it expensive?

A. I can meal prep weekly, biweekly, monthly, or whatever works best for your family. The minimum basic service package consists of four different entrees with two servings each, or 8 total meals. The rate for this service is $400, plus the cost of containers. See the sample menu/pricing page for other services or larger meal prep options.

Q. Can I afford it?

A. Absolutely! When you add up the time and money spent on planning, shopping, cooking and clean up, the price can be quite affordable- not to mention the other benefits you may experience when you begin to devote that time and energy to other pursuits! The cost per meal is comparable to eating at a nice restaurant. However, with my services, you will be getting individually customized meals with your specific dietary requests in mind. You will eat in the comfort of your own home , at your convenience, and will have all the extra time saved to enjoy doing the things you love!