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





















How much does a private chef cost in East Dereham?
For 6 people in East Dereham, a private chef costs less than dinner out.
AVERAGE PRICE · 6 GUESTS
594 GBP
99 GBP per guest · everything included
What's included
- Chef comes to you
- All ingredients sourced and bought
- Full meal cooked in your kitchen
- Spotless kitchen afterwards
HERE'S THE REAL BREAKDOWN
- 2 guests140GBP / guest = 280 GBP total
- 4 guests99GBP / guest = 396 GBP total
- 6 guests99GBP / guest = 594 GBP total
- 8 guests71GBP / guest = 568 GBP total
- 10 guests71GBP / guest = 710 GBP total
- 13+ guests71GBP / guest = 923 GBP total
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 East Dereham
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More than 10,400 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.5 Chef
The guests in East Dereham have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.5.
4.77 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in East Dereham received an average score of 4.77.
4.59 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.59 average score.
4.77 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in East Dereham has been scored with a 4.77 on average.
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980 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in East Dereham
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Pan fried king prawns garden greens, beurre blanc & warm bread
Watercress soup & crème fraiche tarragon & toasted garlic bread
Orange, olive & thyme baked feta sautéed baby potatoes, roasted mediterranean vegetables & basil salad
Pea & mint crusted roast lamb cutlets smoked mash potato, asparagus tips, charred onion petals & lamb jus
Bacalao al pil-pil confited cod loin in olive oil, garlic and chilli, served with emulsioned sauce, roasted red peppers and potato fondant
Chocolate lava fondant clotted cream & orange biscuit crumb
Balsamic italian meringue strawberry labneh & black pepper shortbread
Chef choice canapes
Aubergine parmigiana (vegetarian)
Bruschetta with parma ham and rocket salad
Antipasto platter
Filo parcel stuff with feta cheese, mushroom and spinach (vegetarian)
Linguine tomato pasta with parmesan chicken
Mediterranean stuffed mushrooms with herb potatoes (vegetarian)
Sea bass with roasted fennel
Herb crusted salmon with fondant potato
Sicilian cheesecake with mix berries compote
Limoncello tiramisu
Polenta cake with mix berries compote
Panna cotta with a berry compote
Chef choice canapes
Baby germ caesar served with boiled egg and anchovies top with parmigiano reggiano cheese
Confit duck spring roll with oriental coleslaw
Bang bang chicken with spice peanut sauce and micro cress
(v) arancini, stuffed risotto ball with mushroom and mozzarella with a garlic mayo
Chicken and ham croquettes served with a spicy garlic mayonnaise and micro cress
(v) avocado and beetroot with quinoa and a lemon dressing and rocket salad
(v) baked goat cheese with a mango salad and orange salad top with orange dressing
(v) baked tomato galette with goat cheese herb oil and micro cress
Baccala (salted cod) with mixed pepper salad top with rocket and olive oil
Avocado, tomato and bruschetta cheese served with balsamic glazed and herb oil
Fried chilli prawn on breaded crouton with rocket salad
Welsh rabbit tart top with wild mushroom, port jus and micro cress
Chicken caesar served with boiled egg and anchovies top with parmigiano reggiano cheese
Boneless quail served with wild mushroom and a rich port jus and herb cress
Classic prawn cocktail with brown bread and butter
Trio of prawn cocktail. (traditional on blini, mexican with tomato in a glass and american in pickle vegetables and lemon dressing),
Seared tuna served with mango and tomato salsa and oriental dressing
Tomato, mozzarella and fresh basil served with basil oil
Braised lamb shank with root vegetables and thyme jus
Pan fried fillet of salmon with lemon butter sauce and vegetables
Mushroom and spinach wellington with seasonal vegetables (vegetarian)
Chicken pomodoro with roasted new potatoes and mediterranean vegetables
Atlantic cod fillet warp in lettuce with miso glazed served pak choi and stem broccoli and japanese sticky rice
Baked chicken breast served with puy lentils and wild mushroom mix vegetables and a rich port jus
Beef and ale steam pudding with seasonal vegetable mash potato and gravy
Beef ox tail wellington with season vegetables and creamy mash and beef jus
Herb crust rump of lamb served with vegetable timbale and dauphinoise potato and rosemary jus
Pan fried fillet of stone bass on celeriac puree and ratatouille and pommes anna with a lemon sauce
Baked chicken breast served with puy lentils and wild mushroom mix vegetables and a rich port sauce
Confit duck leg with bean casserole and rosti potato top with herb oil
Roast fillet of beef on seasonal vegetables and fondant potato and green pepper corn sauce
Dark chocolate fondant with chocolate sauce and cream
Lemon tart with orange compote
Blueberry bread pudding with vanilla custard and cream
English sherry triffle
Amirian blueberry pie
American pecan pie with crème anglaise
Apple crumble and crème anglaise
Apple strudel with crème anglaise
Baked new york cheese cake with orange sauce
Dark french chocolate tart served with a ginger and nuts syrup
Banoffee in a glass with shortbread biscuit
Blueberry crumble tart with crème anglaise
Brioche and banana bread and butter pudding served with crème anglaise
Classic italian tiramisu
English treacle tart with custard
Lobster ravioli of native lobster, buttered spinach, datterini tomato raisins, lobster bisque
Burrata isle of wight tomato, basil purée , black olive
Spring vegetable minestrone,young basil ,crispy bocconcini
Rissoto of cockles saffron and chorizo
Rissoto of cepe mushrooms, parmesan ,creme fraiche
Breast of new season lamb , candied aubergine , red pepper dressing , sautés bok choy
Bbq surrey hills farm ribeye steak ,san marzano tomato
Gilt head black bream , spring vegetable minestrone,brown shrimp
Tiramisu valrona chocolate, toasted pistachios
Candy apples
Carmelised white chocolate , alphonso mango , freeze dried passion fruit
King prawns with steamed asparagus and sesame dressing
To be discussed
Sea bass ceviche
Gyoza dumpling selection
Miso marinated salmon with braised pack choi , potato korokke, nori and japanese mayo
Vegetable stack with cauliflower puree mixed leaves salad and harrisa
Duck or veg yakisoba noodles
Chicken teriyaki with steamed rice, nori,spring onion ,sesame seeds and quick pickle vegetables
Selection of japanes mochi
Spiced coconut panacota with passion fruit coulis and poached pineapple
Matcha creme brulee
Vanilla panacota with raspberry coulis
Crispy potato terrine with saffron aioli & dukkah (vg,gf)
Cumin roasted heritage carrot, smoked hummus & wild rocket (vg)
Baba ghanoush (vg)
Labneh with broad beans, mint & dill oil (v)
Burrata, grilled peach, basil & chilli (v)
Salad of baby gem, cucumber, caesar dressing & pickled red onion (v,gf)
Butternut squash & chickpea tagine with lemon & ginger cous cous (vg)
Charred broccoli in chilli, garlic & soy
Roasted butternut squash, refried beans, caramelised red pepper, feta, chimmichurri & mint (v)
Classic apple tarte tarte tatin & chantilly cream (x1 gf)
Sea bass ceviche
To be discussed
Crispy duck salad with mixed leaves and duck sauce
Chicken liver and wild mushroom pate with crispy rosemary bread ,chutney and carrot ribbons
Vegetable stack with cauliflower puree ,harissa paste, mixed leaves salad with balsamic reduction
Vegetable stack with cauliflower puree mixed leaves salad and harrisa
Chicken ballotine with spiced cauliflower rice and braised pak choi
Cotswold rack of lamb tewksbury grass fed with dauphinoise potatoes ,tenderstem brocoli,mint chimichurri
Garlic and herb prawns
Vanilla panacota with raspberry coulis
Creme brulee
Strained greek buffalo yogurt with homemade grape jam
Handmade veg spring rolls thai style sweet chilly dip
To be discussed
Brie and leek filo pastry pie with red onion chutney
Vegeterian skewers
Cotswold rack of lamb with dauphinoise potatoes ,tenderstem brocoli,mint chimichurri
Chicken supremes with romesco sauce, sweet potatoes puree ,sautéed spinach, mixed leaves salad
Apple tart tatin served with ice cream
Chocolate tart with caramel shards and fresh cream
Sticky toffee pudding with salted caramel sauce
Morello cherry bakewell tart
Chocolate delice with white chocolate sauce, fresh berries and edible flowers
A personal chef for any occasion in East Dereham
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in East Dereham in October 2016, more than 38 Private Chefs have joined our platform in East Dereham and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in England.
Starting in 2016, 10,402 guests have already enjoyed a chef in East Dereham. To book your chef in East Dereham, 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 980 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 2,636 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.7 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 10,402 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in East Dereham usually book menus around 79 GBP per person, including 4.25 courses, sharing an average of 4.46 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 East Dereham.












Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in East Dereham.
What does a private chef service include in East Dereham?
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 East Dereham?
The price of renting a chef in East Dereham 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 GBP to 140 GBP. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 71 GBP per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 71 GBP per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 99 GBP per person, and for 2 people, the price is 140 GBP 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 East Dereham?
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 East Dereham. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in East Dereham 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 East Dereham?
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.
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.








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How many chef services are booked in East Dereham each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In East Dereham, 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 East Dereham.
Cost of a private chef in East Dereham
The cost of hiring a private chef in East Dereham 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 GBP to 140 GBP per person.
For 13 people or more: 71 GBP
For 7 to 12 people: 71 GBP
For 3 to 6 people: 99 GBP
For 2 people: 140 GBP.
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 East Dereham?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in East Dereham: 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 East Dereham!






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









