Private Chef in Caen
Rent one of our 38 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Caen
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Caen in July 2019, more than 38 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Caen and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Normandy.
Starting in 2019, 2,378 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Caen. To book your chef in Caen, 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 262 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 1,080 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.78 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 2,378 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Caen usually book menus around 94 EUR per person, including 3.98 courses, sharing an average of 6.21 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 Caen.












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!
Find your chef
Customize your request and start talking with your chefs.
38 Private Chefs in Caen
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More than 2,300 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.5 Chef
The guests in Caen have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.5.
4.9 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Caen received an average score of 4.9.
4.7 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.7 average score.
4.9 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Caen has been scored with a 4.9 on average.
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262 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Caen
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Croissant crostini, pâté d'olives noires, champignons confits, pistaches, truffes d'été
Crudo de saint-jacques à l'avocat, sauce de fruit de la passion, citron vert et baies roses
Poire rôtie et gorgonzola enveloppés dans du prosciutto crudo au miel et au thym
Tartare de saumon affiné à la betterave, crème de raifort, salsa de framboises et citron confit
Raviolis aux fruits de mer, sauce baccala mantecato, rasin blanc, ciboulette, huile de citron
Raviolis mezzaluna aux poires rôties et fromage de chèvre servis avec une sauce au beurre de poire, noisette et ciboulette
Pithivier dauphinoise aux pommes de terre, poireaux caramélisés et comté. servi avec une sauce persillée
Brasato al barolo à la piémontaise (joues de bœuf cuites lentement au vin rouge), crème de céleri-rave, pommes de terre rôties
Osso bucco milanais avec crémeuse polenta ou gremolata de l'ail, basilic et citron
Agneau à la salees (cuit lentement avec de l'eau de rose, de la mélasse, du romarin, de l'ail) ou chou-fleur pour un, servi avec une sauce au safran et au bergamote, purée de pdt, carrottes rôties
Millefeuille à la hibiscus, framboise et chocolat blanc
Enteemet de chocolat au lait, aux poires et amaretto
Entremet de chocolat noir, fruit de la passion et huile d'olive
Focaccia, pain maison
Pain à la vapeur maison
Sélection de charcuteries et fromages italiens, confitures maison
Crudité végétale avec sauces
Carpaccio de bœuf, réduction de porto, noix de cajou torréfiées, copeaux de parmesan 24 mois et lamelles de courgettes en crudité
Gaspacho andalou au gambas rouges et basilic frais
Risotto à l’italienne au citron vert et gingembre, crudités de gambas, bisque parfumée2
Filet de bœuf rôti à basse température, légumes de saison et jus de cuisson
Magret de canard glacé au miso, réduction de marsala, caponata de légumes et raisins secs
Tartare de gambas rouges et pêche blanche, amandes grillées et tomate confite
Tiramisu du chef
Tarte déstructurée aux trois chocolats
Fraise des bois, poivre de timut et espuma de mascarpone
Tartelette au raifort, haddock, raisin et vinaigre de cacao
Cappuccino de shitakés au miso brun, tartare de shitakés au ponzu
Arancini gorgonzola, crémeux parmesan
Ceviche de bar et kiwi, épices chimichuri rouge, lait d'amande façon letche de tigre, croustillant de cajou
Gravlax de boeuf à la framboise, harissa framboises, pickles de radis noir
Asperges confites au confites au miel d'oranger, buratina, crème d'asperge à l'ail des ours
Filet de boeuf aux morilles, mousseline d'agria à la tonka, sauce foie gras
Magret de canard à la mûres, ragoût de petits pois à la française, jus de canard à la mûre
Ceviche de mangue au chimichuri, ganache chocolat piment d'espelette
Ganache chocolat tonka, coulis de fruits rouges
Assiette de fromage aop
Mon assiette de fromage (sphiphon camembert di bufala à la truffe, condiments fruits sec)
Panisse aux oignons caramélisés, ail noir et beaufort d'été
Pain perdu aux poivrons rouges, lard ibérique, confiture de figues
Crudo de saint-jacques à l'avocat, sauce de fruit de la passion, citron vert et baies roses
Toast brioché, salade russe aux crevettes, caviar de truite
Tartare de saumon affiné à la betterave, crème de raifort, salsa de framboises et citron confit
Carpaccio de bœuf, sauce <<césar>> à la huître grillé et artichauts confites
Millefeuille de pommes de terre à la graisse de canard, foie gras, chutney d'oignons de roscoff, groseilles et noix
Raviolis aux homard, crème de brandade, raisin blanc, ciboulette et huile de citron
Tarte tatin de veau braisé et oignons caramélisés avec sauce vierge
Steak tournedos de bœuf, sauce poivre & moelle, legumes de saison grillées, crème de pommes de terre
Bœuf wellington accompagné de champignons et d'épinards à la sauce bordelaise
Cabillaud grillé avec sauce choucroute au beurre blanc, pommes de terre rôties et légumes de saison grillés
Fromages - 3 fromages de la saison servis avec pain, confiture, fruits et noix
Dessert 1 - crémeux au gianduja, praliné noisette, poires pochées au cidre et mascarpone caramel poire
Ou dessert 2 - millefeuille chocolat au lait, rhubarbe et feve de tonka
Ou dessert 3 - entremet chocolat noir, huile d'olive et fruit de la passion
Caviar osciètre, blini maison, crème crue
Saint-jacques snackée, beurre noisette
Cappuccino de champignons de saison, écume truffée
Huître fine de claire, vinaigrette passion
Cromesquis de volaille fermière, crème légère aux herbes fraîches
Langoustines confit au beurre des herbes fregola de carottes
Asperges vertes rôties, sabayon au parmesan affiné 24 mois, noisettes torréfiées
Carpaccio de saint-jacques, agrumes, huile vierge
Foie gras mi-cuit maison, chutney mangue-gingembre
Homard rôti, bisque montée au beurre, jeunes pousses
Filet de bœuf ou cote de boeuf d’argentine pomme grenailles , sauce au poivre vert
Paleron de boeuf confit thaï, mille feuille de pomme de terre , jus de viande
Magret de canard, croquettes de patate douce, demi glace orange
Filet de bœuf wagyu, purée truffée, jus corsé
Turbot sauvage, asperges blanches, sauce champagne
Tarte fine rhubarbe, crème diplomate vanille
Fraises fraîches, espuma mascarpone, zestes de citron vert
Sablé breton, compotée fraise-rhubarbe, glace yaourt
Pavlova fraises gariguette & chantilly vanille bourbon
Financier à la betterave, brocciu corse, poires rôties, jambon serrano
Panisse aux oignons caramélisés, ail noir et beaufort d'été
Mousse de foie gras, pain d'épices, chutney de poires, groseilles et noix
Mini sanwich à la truffe, jambon blanc, fromage reblochon, oignons balsamiques et miel
Crudo de saint-jacques à l'avocat, sauce de fruit de la passion, citron vert et baies roses
Tartare de saumon affiné à la betterave, crème de raifort, salsa de framboises et citron confit
Raviolis aux homard, crème de brandade, raisin blanc, ciboulette et huile de citron
Pithivier de dauphinoise aux pommes de terre, poireaux caramélisés et comté. servi avec une sauce persillée
Brioche farcie au camembert, poires et sauge servie avec du beurre à la lardons caramélisés
Côtes levées de bœuf braisées, sauce bourguignon, céleri-rave crémeuse, salade de saison
Magret de canard poêlés, sauce aux courgettes et au citron, fettuccine sautées de courgettes
Steak filet de bœuf, sauce estragon & moelle, légumes de saison grillées, crème de pommes de terre
Deux millefeuille aux noisettes, fève de tonka et chocolat au lait
Entremet de chocolat blanc, fruits rouges et pistaches
Tarte tatin aux pommes et cidre servis avec glace de vanille
Crudo de saint-jacques à l'avocat, sauce de fruit de la passion, citron vert et baies roses
Mini bouchées de ciabatta avec burrata, mortadelle et pesto de pistache
Tartare de saumon affiné à la betterave, crème de raifort, salsa de framboises et citron confit
Arancini au gorgonzola et à la courge musquée servis avec une mayonnaise à la sauge
Focaccia aux poivrons rouges, anchois, lard ibérique, confiture de figues et sel de piment d'espelette
Toast brioché, salade russe aux crevettes, caviar de truite
Raviolis aux homard, crème de baccala, raisin verte, ciboulette et huile de citron
Crevettes géantes grillées, ail fumé et beurre au citron noir
Churros de pommes de terre à la crème cacio e pepe aux truffes, pecorino et guanciale croustillant
Brasato al barolo à la piémontaise ( côtes levées de bœuf cuites lentement au vin rouge), crème de céleri-rave, salade de saison
Dorade grillée, sauce caponata, courgettes grésillées, tapenade grossière d'olives et tomates séchées
Agneau à la salees (cuit lentement avec de l'eau de rose, de la mélasse, du romarin, de l'ail) servi avec une sauce au safran et au bergamote, purée de pdt, carrottes rôties
Millefeuille à la hibiscus, framboise et chocolat blanc
Enteemet de chocolat au lait, aux poires et amaretto
Entremet de fruit de la passion, chocolat noir et huile d'olive
Croissant crostini, pâté d'olives noires, champignons confits, pistaches, truffes d'été
Brochettes de salade caprese de mûres et burrata au basilic violet et au figue balsamique
Crudo de saint-jacques à l'avocat, sauce de fruit de la passion, citron vert et baies roses
Poire rôtie et gorgonzola enveloppés dans du prosciutto crudo au miel et au thym
Raviolis aux fruits de mer, sauce baccala mantecato, huile de citron, ciboulette et raisin blanc
Tartare de saumon affiné à la betterave, crème de raifort, salsa de framboises et citron confit
Focaccia aux poivrons rouges, anchois, lardo di colonnata, confiture de figues et sel de peperoncino
Brasato al barolo à la piémontaise (joues de bœuf cuites lentement au vin rouge), crème de céleri-rave, pommes de terre rôties
Travers de porc mijotée au fenouil, crème d'aubergines fumées, patate douce rôties aux herbes
Osso bucco milanais (au veau) avec crémeuse polenta ou gremolata de l'ail, basilic et citron
Entremet de chocolat au lait, poires et amandes
Panna cotta au grec yaourt, fraises, sauce au miel et amaretto
Entremet tiramisu au café et aux noisettes
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 Caen.
What does a private chef service include in Caen?
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 Caen?
The price of renting a chef in Caen 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 71 EUR to 111 EUR. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 71 EUR per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 80 EUR per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 98 EUR per person, and for 2 people, the price is 111 EUR 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 Caen?
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 38 chefs available in Caen. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Caen 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 Caen?
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 Caen each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Caen, 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 Caen.
Cost of a private chef in Caen
The cost of hiring a private chef in Caen 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 71 EUR to 111 EUR per person.
For 13 people or more: 71 EUR
For 7 to 12 people: 80 EUR
For 3 to 6 people: 98 EUR
For 2 people: 111 EUR.
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.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Caen?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Caen: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Chef's special, 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 Caen!






Talk to our chefs in Caen
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 Caen? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Caen, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.










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