Private Chef in Haliburton County
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Private Chef in Haliburton County
Since the first Private Chef who joined Take a Chef in Haliburton County in April, 2017, more than 12 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Haliburton County and offer their services as Private Chef anywhere in Haliburton County.
Starting from 2017, 48683 guests have already enjoyed a Private Chef in Haliburton County through Take a Chef. Up until today, our chefs have shared 23895 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 264800 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.72 out of 5.
Our guests in Haliburton County usually book menus around 192 CAD per person, including 4.84 courses, sharing an average of 3.33 messages with their Private Chef to personalize their menu before booking. Submit your request and find your Private Chef in Haliburton County!












How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dreamed 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
Dont be shy to exchange 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 counting down the days till your culinary experience begins!
12 Private Chefs in Haliburton County
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More than 48600 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.62 Chef
The guests in Haliburton County have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.62.
4.74 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Haliburton County received an average score of 4.74.
4.7 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our Private Chefs dishes has received a 4.7 average score.
4.75 Cleaningness
The clean up of the kitchen and dining area in Haliburton County has been scored with a 4.75 on average.
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23895 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Haliburton County
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Muhammara with crostini
Beet salad • pickled beets • roasted beets • drunken beets • beet tulie • beet carpaccio • beet gastrique • beet puree • truffle oil • fennel • pineapple • goat cheese • pistachio •
Arugula blackberry blueberry avocado salad lemon vinaigrette
Eggplant caponata served chilled with or without a slice of ciabatta
Bouillabaisse is one of my favorite dish of french cuisine
Polenta tortellini with parmigiano reggiano, sage and autumn mushrooms
Lamb, lemon and olive ragù with gnocchi
Angus beef, brown mushrooms,greens of the season , peppercorn sauce .i will allow for a vegetarian version
Butter chicken (murgh makhani) rice butter chicken, traditionally known as murgh makhani, is an indian dish made from chicken with a spiced tomato and butter sauce not spicy but very tasty
Mackerel, cucumber & chilli, pickled berries. this is a dish which is not usually available in canada ,however we have a connection for fresh mackerel
Blueberry cheesecake a cheesecake with fresh tangy blueberry topping
Bolo de brigadeiro which is decadent chocolate cake
Chocolate cobbler a warm, fudgy pudding covered with a moist chocolate cake
Leek and potato soup, creme fraiche in a sake cup
Fig and olive tuille with taxford's finest stilton cheese and roasted pear
Brie and apricot torte encroute in phylo pastry
Harvest blend of roasted pear, peach, heirloom grape tomato, crushed avocado and mesclun wrapped in a ribbon of cucumber in caramelized onion and beet vinaigrette, balsamic reduction
Pomme gateau: a layer of truffle infused mashed potatoes, elephant garlic confit, heirloom tomato and goat cheese baked and garnished with mizuna seedlings and fini balsamic reduction
Terrine of foie gras: riesling aspic , toasted hazelnuts, sour cherry confit and pickled grapes, sea salt brioche
Salmon tartar with caviar ,micro greens
Beef two ways of braised kobe beef short ribs paired with filet mignon in a pool of black truffle infused veal stock reduction, coconut infused mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables bouquet
Black trumpet crusted lamb loin, pomme au gratin and vegetable bouquet
Ontario lamb saddle: rolled with lemon zest, togarashi spice and fennel pollen. goldenheart potatoes and roasted vegetables bouquet, natural jus and spiced labneh
Bouillabaisse: a medley of seafood in saffron infused fish veloute
Grand manier infused creme brulee touched at table side
Gratin de fruit: medley of berries tossed with grand manier and coated with egg custard and blow touched
Banana foster and crepe susett in creme anglaise and wild berry compote
Bakeless mango cheese and wild berry compote
Classic bruschetta : podano shred, heirloom tomato ,basil, capers and sundried tomato
Mushroom bruschetta: wild mushroom ragout tossed with black truffle ,swiss cheese on croustini
Capresse pipette: baby bocconcini, cherry tomato and basil skewered with balsamic reduction in syringe
Caesar salad rolls
Roasted butternut squash and ginger soup in a sake cup, pretzel stick
Caesar salad with herbed croutons and parmesan crisp
Sesame crusted snow goat cheese on a bed of roasted beet and tomato confit
Calamari fritti: fried calamari with white balsamic aioli
Burrata agro dolce: burrata cheese with fig, speck ham and arugula in honey citrus vinaigrette
Beef two ways of braised kobe beef short ribs paired with filet mignon in a pool of black truffle infused veal stock reduction, coconut infused mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables bouquet
A medley of seafood in sambuca infused tomato sauce tossed with linguine
Wood fired tomato risotto with portobello cup and asparagus speers
Veal masala with mushroom risotto
Parma prosciutto wrapped seabass in red wine butter sause and roasted potatoes and vegetables medley
Chicken parm on a bed of linguine in spicy tomato sauce
Banana foster and crepe susett in creme anglaise and wild berry compote
Bakeless mango chese cake and wild berry compote
Khalua infused panna cotta
Sriracha glazed tiger shrimp with tropical fruit salsa on ceramic spoon
Hoisin glazed filet mignon skewered with sweet basil and bermuda onion
Vegetable spring roll with sweet chili sambal in bamboo cup
Roasted butternut squash and ginger soup in a sake cup, pretzel stick
Fig and olive tuille with taxford's finest stilton cheese and roasted pear
Harvest blend of roasted pear, peach, heirloom grape tomato, crushed avocado and mesclun wrapped in a ribbon of cucumber in caramelized onion and beet vinaigrette, balsamic reduction
Sesame crusted snow goat cheese on a bed of roasted beet and tomato confit
Shaved melons filled with a slaw of celery root and apple, arugula seedlings
Bone marrow and dungeness crab soup, creme fraiche
Beef two ways of braised kobe beef short ribs paired with filet mignon in a pool of black truffle infused veal stock reduction, coconut infused mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables bouquet
A medley of seafood in sambuca infused tomato sauce tossed with linguine
Coconut curry chicken on a bed of basmati rice and petite herbs salad
Peanut coated rack of lamb in lamb stock reduction, stilton pomme gateau and vegetables medley
Banana foster and crepe susett in creme anglaise and wild berry compote
Pot de creme au chocolat finished with salted caramel and oatmeal crisp
Gratin de fruit: medley of berries tossed with grand manier and coated with egg custard and blow touched
Billi bi an elegant french soup a very rich luxurious dish consisting of seafood and creamy sauce
Beets and cavier rich and elegant a vibrant dish, packed with powerful, nutrient-rich ingredients
Beets cured salmon tarrogon and horseradish ,the beet cured salmon is enfused with a traditional scandinavin flavours
Orange , watercrest ,fennel , sliced almonds orange salad
Salad of hericot verts,tomato tartar and olive chive oil , tomato confit,shallots, and fresh chive and green beans .amazing this has such rich flavours
Arugula blackberry blueberry beets avocado salad lemon vinaigrette
Duck salad with beetroot and green beans and blueberry sauce. i choose something earthy to really complement the duck in this dish
Shrimp ,spicy turmeric coconut creamand rice dish, the shrimps are resting on a succulent creamy spicy sauce that will definitely be a dish to remember
Grilled corn and vegetables market chowder a rich, hearty soup
Le pappardelle ragù alla bolognese is one of the most popular and loved italian dishes of all time!
Authentic chicken marsala:tender and juicy chicken breasts smothered in marsala wine sauce, made even richer by the earthiness of the mushrooms
Roasted leg of lamb baba ganoush and feta olive tomato salad
Butter chicken (murgh makhani) on a bed of rice butter chicken, traditionally known as murgh makhani, is an indian dish originating in glasgow scotland. it is a type of curry made from chicken with a spiced tomato and butter sauce known for its rich textu
Blueberry cheesecake this blueberry cheesecake has a fresh tangy blueberry topping
Chocolate cobbler a warm, fudgy pudding covered with a moist chocolate cake
Pavlova meringue layer cake . chocolate meringue, layered with vanilla bean whipped cream, topped with raspberries and chocolate shaving
Watermelon granny smith fennel and goats cheese watermelon pairs well with creamy goats cheese the tang of apple and the aromatic flavor of fennel
Beef fillet tataki served with ponzu sauce a citrus-based sauce with a tart-tangy flavor similar to a vinaigrette
Salmon sashimi served with a slightly sweet, tangy and fruity yuzu derssing
Lobster salad diced mango ,scallions, red onion the juice of the lime, salt, pepper and served on wongtong
Blackberry thyme baked brie en croute :this baked brie recipe is made in puff pastry and baked!
Spring vegetable and coconut polenta scallions and turmeric powder, asparagus, snap peas, and radishes .everyone will simply devour this savory dish
Fresh, butterflied mackerel is served with a pickled tomato gribiche .a tasty course based on blue fish seasoned with a mediterranean-flavored tomato sauce
Poached shrimp in white wine with beurre blanc , the beurre blanc pairs wonderfully with almost any type of seafood
Duck salad with beetroot and green beans and blueberry sauce. i choose something earthy to really complement the duck in this dish
Le pappardelle ragù alla bolognese is one of the most popular and loved italian dishes of all time!
Chicken piccata the chicken is then simmered in a fresh lemon caper white wine sauce and a lemon pasta i will allow for a vegetarian version
Murgh makhani ( buttered chicken ) homemade chutney , and basmati rice
Fricassee of shellfish : this very rich dish is for seafood lovers ,shrimp, mussells clams and basil lemongrass and ginger
Butter chicken (murgh makhani) on a bed of rice
Authentic chicken marsala:tender and juicy chicken breasts smothered in marsala wine sauce, made even richer by the earthiness of the mushrooms
Venison fillet sous vide| parsley root puree | brussels sprouts | glazed onion | pomegranate sauce ( when available)
Beef wellington an elegant main course, wrap tender filet mignon in buttery puff pastry mushroom duxcell and a madera sauce
Cherries jubilee this dessert has been around since the late 1800’s when it was created by french chef, auguste escoffier for queen victoria’s golden jubilee celebration
Alaska au four :baked alaska a traditional dessert that consists of cake, a frozen ice cream center, and a coating of toasted marshmallowy meringue
Blueberry cheesecake a cheesecake with fresh tangy blueberry topping
Chocolate cobbler a warm, fudgy pudding covered with a moist chocolate cake
Chocolate budino: pudino al cioccolato is a rich and decadent italian chocolate dessert
Lentil soup : made traditional french way. this nutritious, well-balanced soup is rich in protein, fiber, iron and folate
Creamy white bean kale soup:this vegan white bean soup , featuring lemon, rosemary, creamy white beans, and chopped kale
Black cherry-pistachio salad with charred scallion vinaigrette
Arugula blackberry blueberry beets feta avocado salad lemon vinaigrette
Asian salad: lots of vegetables: spinach, cucumbers, red bell pepper, carrots, sugar snap peas - all tossed in a delicious peanut dressing, and topped with roasted peanuts and sesame seeds
Vegan chili with black beans and split red lentils
Black bean stuffed sweet potatoes mexican inspired topped off with black beans, tomato and corn
Authentic chicken marsala:tender and juicy chicken breasts smothered in marsala wine sauce, made even richer by the earthiness of the mushrooms
Chicken tandoori the seasoning are garlic, onion, cayenne pepper, ginger, and garam masala
Mediterranean salmon bowl - a healthy dinner that is full of flavor, super satisfying with broccoli florets, hummus olives feta cheese and purple cabbage
Beef filet ( filet migeon ) with madera sauce and mushrooms as a side order
Caramelized fruit,peaches, fresh blueberries, with cinnamon, and brown sugar
Salade tiède de canard à la betterave et à la grenade: duck salad with beetroot and green beans
Baked feta and tomatoes:this baked feta , tomatoes, fresh garlic, olive oil, and dried herbs. baked together with a block of feta cheese until it’s warm and creamy
Blackberry arugula and feta avacado salad
Authentic chicken marsala:tender and juicy chicken breasts smothered in marsala wine sauce, made even richer by the earthiness of the mushrooms
Shrimp burrie blanc which is shrimps in a warm emulsified butter sauce made with a reduction of white wine and shallots butter
Sole ( meuniere) ; sole, cooked in lemon butter sauce with capers, this classic sole meuniere
Beef filet with madeira sauce over a bed of potato puree and seasonal vegetable
Chicken tandoori the seasoning are garlic, onion, indian chilli, lime or lemon, and garam masala papadums and basmati rice
Cherries jubilee this dessert has been around since the late 1800’s when it was created by french chef, auguste escoffier for queen victoria’s golden jubilee celebration
Baked alaska a traditional dessert that consists of cake, a frozen ice cream center, and a coating of toasted marshmallowy meringue
Vietnamese banana bread pudding (banh chuoi nuong) a sweet and fragrant indulgence, vietnamese banana bread pudding with rum-marinated bananas is delicious
Blueberry cheesecake a cheesecake with fresh tangy blueberry topping
Cherry clafoutis ( pronounced kla-foo-tee) a french dessert cherries and baked custard
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Frequently asked questions
Below you can find the most common questions about Private Chefs in Haliburton County.
A Private Chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy the experience, from the customization of a menu to the purchase of ingredients, the mise en place prior to the service, the preparation of the menu at the guests' home, the complete table service, and lastly the set up and cleaning of the kitchen and the spaces used during the experience. Tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely up to the guests' discretion.
The price of a private chef service depends essentially on the number of people. On average, for bookings of 2 people, the price of a Private Chef in Haliburton County is 156 CAD per person. Between 3 and 6 people, the average price is 133 CAD per person. Between 7 and 12 people, the average price is 90 CAD. For 13 or more people the average price is 114 CAD. It is important to point out that, depending on the destination, Private Chef reservations may be more or less seasonal and, therefore, the price may fluctuate. This also applies to last minute bookings, where prices may also vary.
To hire a Private Chef just select a date, number of people, let us know your food preferences and intolerances and share with us a few details about your kitchen. In a matter of a few hours, you will receive four tailor-made menus and will be able to review the chef's profile, reviews and pictures of their dishes. You will also be able to speak directly with each chef through the messaging area on the platform and ask for menu modifications, price changes, and generally discuss any questions you may have. Once you have chosen your favorite chef and menu, you can finalize your reservation on the website. Once the reservation is confirmed, you will receive the chef's direct contact information to finalize the details.
In Haliburton County there are currently 12 Private Chefs available. To find the best chef, you only have to fill in the form and the 4 best local chefs available on the chosen date will send you their menu proposal. You will be able to check in detail their professional profile and choose the chef/proposal you like the most.
There is no maximum number of people, although a Private Chef service is usually carried out in a more intimate level along with friends or family, and usually in homes where space is limited. Even though there is no maximum number of people, generally the groups do not exceed 15 people.
A Private Chef always prepares the menu at the client's home, as it is an inherent part of the experience. However, depending on the complexity of the menu, the chef may prepare a mise en place before going to the client's home, as some dishes take several hours to prepare and it would be impossible to execute all the steps at the client's home.
Absolutely! Usually, there are always several food lovers among the diners who take the opportunity to share some time with the chef, learn some tricks in the kitchen and the step-by-step of each of the dishes on the menu. For those diners who really want to get hands on, they can of course join the chef and cook!
Every Private Chef gives the utmost importance to the freshness of the ingredients used in their menus. The main difference between a restaurant and a private chef is in the personalized treatment of each diner. The chef personalizes the menu, and based on that menu, makes the necessary purchases to develop the menu chosen by the customers. Therefore, the freshness of the ingredients is one of the key elements of a Private Chef service.
Drinks are not included by default. However, you can reach an agreement with the chef in order to add drinks as an "extra" to the menu proposal.
Each guest can freely decide the tip he/she wishes to give to the chef, as it is up to their discretion. On average, based on the tips given by 48683 guests in Haliburton County, guests usually tip 14,72% of the total amount to their Private Chef.
Key information about Private Chef in Haliburton County
Discover more details about our Private Chefs in Haliburton County and their services.
How many Private Chef services are booked in Haliburton County each month?
Depending on the destination, Private Chef reservations can fluctuate seasonally to a greater or lesser extent throughout the year. In the case of Haliburton County, you can check the monthly fluctuations of Private Chef reservations in the following table.
Thruthfully, any month of the year is good to enjoy a Private Chef in the comfort of your home, but due to the fluctuations in the demand for Private Chefs in Haliburton County, prices may vary especially for last minute reservations. Step ahead and book a Private Chef to avoid any surprises!
How much does a Private Chef cost in Haliburton County?
The cost of hiring a Private Chef depends essentially on the number of guests who will be enjoying the experience. On average, for bookings of 2 people, the price of a Private Chef in Haliburton County is 156 CAD per person. Between 3 and 6 people, the average price is 133 CAD per person. Between 7 and 12 people, the average price is 90 CAD. For 13 or more people the average price is 114 CAD.
On another hand, each destination is totally different, and seasonality usually makes prices vary considerably. On the following chart you can find the differences on the average pricing charged by our Private Chefs in Haliburton County on each particular month of the year.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Haliburton County?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Haliburton County: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings in Haliburton County is the Surprise cuisine, and the less booked type is the Latin American cuisine.
But beyond these six types of cuisine, our Private Chefs personalize thousands of menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Of course, our Private Chefs will adapt their dishes to any allergy or dietary restriction, and they can also propose other cuisines or fusions. Sumbit your request and discover the menus of your Private Chefs in Haliburton County!






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Each Private Chef in Haliburton County is absolutely unique. All of them have professional cooking training and years of experience in all kinds of restaurants. Each one of them has made their own way to becoming a Private Chef. Tell us the details of your event and discover the best Private Chefs in Haliburton County who will personalize every detail of your experience.










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