BOURNE TO COOK's Personal Chef Services
A menu composed around you
Every detail is considered before the first course reaches the table.
Menus without templates
Menus are developed around your preferences, dietary considerations, season, and the character of the occasion.
Restaurant-level finish
Thoughtful plating, precise timing, and composed service bring a refined dining room experience home.
Personal attention
Your chef learns how you like to host, dine, and gather, then quietly handles the details.
Complete table harmony
Optional wine guidance, course pacing, and finishing touches create a seamless evening from welcome to dessert.
The ease of a private dining room
Personal chef service is designed for evenings that deserve more than a reservation. We source with intention, prepare in your kitchen, and serve with discretion. Whether the occasion is a milestone, a weekend gathering, or simply an exceptional meal at home, the experience remains distinctly yours.
- ✓Seasonal ingredients
- ✓Tailored menus
- ✓Quiet service
- ✓Effortless hosting
From first note to final course
A considered process keeps the experience personal and unhurried.
Share the occasion
Tell us about the date, setting, guests, and the kind of evening you have in mind.
Shape the menu
We refine the courses, ingredients, pairings, and service style around your preferences.
Prepare with care
Ingredients are sourced thoughtfully and the menu is prepared with precision in your home.
Settle into the evening
You host your guests while we manage the kitchen, pacing, presentation, and close.
A closer look at the table
Elegant food, considered details, and the pleasure of staying in.
A quietly exceptional evening
BOURNE TO COOK created an elegant tasting menu for our Jersey City anniversary dinner. Every course felt personal, composed, and beautifully timed.
The corporate catering for our Manhattan leadership retreat was polished from start to finish. The special diet options were handled with genuine care.
Our weekly meal prep delivery has made busy weeks in Hoboken feel remarkably easy. The menus are varied, fresh, and never feel like an afterthought.
A few practical notes
How far in advance should I enquire?
For private dinners, two to four weeks is ideal. We may be able to accommodate shorter notice depending on the date, guest count, and menu.
Can you accommodate allergies or specific dietary needs?
Yes. Dietary requirements are discussed during the consultation and incorporated into the menu from the beginning, not treated as an afterthought.
Do you provide the ingredients and table service?
Yes. Ingredient sourcing, preparation, plating, kitchen management, and agreed service details are handled as part of the experience.
How is personal chef pricing determined?
Pricing is shaped by the menu, number of guests, ingredients, service style, travel, and any additional courses or pairings. A considered proposal follows our initial conversation.
A few practical notes
How far in advance should I book a personal chef?
We recommend 2–3 weeks for the best availability. Established clients can often book closer to their date.
Do you work with dietary restrictions and allergies?
Yes. We ask detailed questions during the consultation and handle all allergies with careful attention during preparation.
Can you accommodate special occasions or themes?
Absolutely. Anniversaries, celebrations, or a specific cuisine—we design the menu and experience around what makes the occasion special.
What's included in the consultation? Is there a cost?
The consultation is complimentary. We discuss your preferences, household, occasion, and any constraints—everything that shapes the right menu.
Do you shop for ingredients, or should I provide them?
We shop. We know where to source what we need and stay within your preferences and budget. It's part of the service.
What's your cancellation or rescheduling policy?
Cancellations more than two weeks out receive a full refund. Closer to your date, we discuss options based on circumstances.
Make an evening of it
Tell us what you are celebrating, gathering for, or simply craving.