Private Chef in Luton
Rent one of our 738 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Luton
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Luton in October 2016, more than 738 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Luton and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Luton.
Starting in 2016, 30,249 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Luton. To book your chef in Luton, 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 8,184 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 12,659 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.65 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 30,249 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Luton usually book menus around 88 GBP per person, including 3.62 courses, sharing an average of 4.44 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 Luton.












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.
738 Private Chefs in Luton
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More than 30,200 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.4 Chef
The guests in Luton have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.4.
4.71 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Luton received an average score of 4.71.
4.64 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.64 average score.
4.76 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Luton has been scored with a 4.76 on average.
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8,184 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Luton
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Arancini of butternut squash, goat’s cheese, butternut squash purée and rocket leaves (vegetarian)
Mini goat cheese crostini (vegetarian)
Traditional bruschetta with olive tapenade, roasted pepper coulis and leaves (vegetarian)
Ballantine of salmon with crème fraîche and lime dressing
Spinach and feta ravioli with sautéed spinach, caramelised feta and asparagus cream (vegetarian)
Pan seared wild sea bass with braised fennel and warm orange salad, citrus dressing
Pan seared salmon with saffron chateau potatoes, cauliflower and sauce vierge
Rack of lamb with dauphinoise potato and red wine jus
Modern tiramisu with coffee bean cream and chocolate shards
Mille feuille with raspberry and caramelised almonds
White chocolate delice with fruit coulis and orange cream
Fresh fruit tart with crème pâtissière and mango coulis
Pizza in teglia
Aubergine millefoglie
Rustico: puff pastry with tomato, mozzarella and bechamella
Chicken, apple mustard mayo crostino
Classic bruschetta, with tomato, garlic, basil and oregano
Arancini with mozzarella
Home cured salmon with fresh garden salad and lemon dressing
Home made chicken croquettes with garlic mayo
Caprese salad spiedino
Pizza ripiena, stuffed focaccia with rocket, parma ham and burrata
Focaccia ripiena, focaccia bread stuffed with burrata, italian salame and rocket
Beef tartare
Italian meat ball
Aubergine meat balls
Involtino di melanzane
Home made bignè with cotto ham mousse and creamy cheese
Quiche lorraine
Mini focaccine brindisine, tomato’s black olives and oregano
Vegetables polpette
Chicken bites
Mozzarella in carrozza
Deep fried baby squid
Pan fried sea bream filet, with caponata di verdure
Pan fried sea bass filet, saffron fish sauce,fresh crunchy vegetables
Slow cooked braise lamb shoulder,aubergine and lamb jus
Beef tagliata picanha (cup of rump) mash potatoes, spinach and beef jus
Grilled salmon, asparagus and artichokes salad
Corn fed roast chicken breast,confit leg, golden potato’s and chicken thyme jus
Tiger prawns risotto, basil and green courgettes puure, lemon zest
Home made fettuccine with classic bolognese ragu
Home tagliolini, with red mullet, sultanas, fennel and pine nuts
Classic tiramisù
Italian panna cotta with wild berrys
Chocolate fondant
Crème brûlé
Home made fruit tart with lemon custard cream
Chef selection of 3 canapes
Tomato and mozzarella top with fresh basil, balsamic glaze and herb oil dressing
Goat cheese, mango and orange salad
King prawns and avocado served with a tomato and caper salsa and rocket salad
Roasted beetroot and avocado on a quinoa with micro cress and japanese mayo dressing
Boneless quail on a bed of wild mushroom served with a rich devil sauce
Baked tomato galette with olive tapenade, goat cheese, pine nuts and micro cress
Antipasti (meat and vegetables)
Trio of prawn cocktail. (traditional on blini, mexican with tomato in a glass and american in pickle vegetables and lemon dressing),
Tofu and asparagus served with teriyaki and honey dressing
Classic chicken ceasar salad
Nectarines with heritage cherry tomato with burrata cheese and pistachio honey dressing and basil
Stone bass served with saffron risotto and baby vegetable with a light butter and lemon sauce
Lemon corn-fed chicken breast served with baby spinach and potato cake with chicken jus
Classic duo of pork served with stuffed cabbage, baby carrot dauphinoise potato and rich port and apple jus
Grilled aubergine stuff with feta cheese and quinoa served with a tomato sauce served vegetable and potato from main course
Baked tofu and wild mushroom wellington served with turned vegetables and glazed potato and vegetable glazed
Braised beef short ribs served with carrot, swede, mushroom and baby onion, mash potato and beef jus
Braised lamb shank served with carrot, swede, mushroom, baby onion, mash potato and thyme jus
Stuffed chicken breast with basil and ricotta, baby vegetables fondant potato and red wine jus
Cod steak served on new potato and mediterranean vegetable and basil oil dressing
Chicken breast stuffed with goat cheese and smoked bacon wrap in pancetta, served with grilled vegetables and fondant potato and chicken jus
Brioche and banana bread and butter pudding served with crème anglaise
Molten chocolate with mint fudge sauce
Tiramisu with chocolate sauce
Lime panna-cotta with pineapple compote
Apple pie and crème anglaise
Creme brulee with shortbread biscuit
Cheesecake
Baked cheese cake with mix berries compote
Cavolo nero salad with onion, red peppers and avocado
Duck liver paté with grilled bread, balsamic vinegar reduction and figs
Burrata cheese from puglia, grilled courgette and roasted onions
Bruschetta bread with organic tomatoes, basil and burrata cheese from puglia
Pimiento de padron with fried basil and organic beetroot
Roasted aubergine cubes, aioli sauce, beetroot and onion
Oven baked mushrooms filled with chorizo and garlic, served with chilly sauce
Caprese salad with buffalo mozzarella and basil
Courgette cream with roasted onions, cheese sauce and mushroom powder
Sea bass cevice, marinated in lime and olive oil, lime peel and radish
Beef tartare with focaccia bread, aioli sauce and wild mushrooms
Slow cooked chorizo in white wine sauce
Grilled prawns, roasted courgette, onion and beetroot
Fresh pasta ravioli ricotta and spinach, grana padano sauce and wild mushrooms
Handmade fresh pasta tortelloni, filled with ricotta and italian black truffle, served with a parmesan cheese
Chicken skewers with peppers and roasted potatoes
Brasato di manzo al barolo, braised silverside of beef in rich red wine barolo and vegetables, served with roasted potatoes and vine tomatoes
28 days scottish beef fillet with shallots sauce, traditional ratatuille and vine tomatoes
Saffron risotto with vialone nano rice de tacchi, courgette and beetroot
Handmade fresh pasta tortelloni, filled with ricotta and italian black truffle, served with a parmesan cheese sauce, beetroot powder and cress
Cod fillet, salsa verde and patatas a lo pobre
Welsh rack of lamb with dauphinoise potatoes, gravy and vegetables
Oven baked salmon fillet with mash potatoes and vegetables
Wild mushroom risotto with carnaroli acquerello rice, aged 7 years
Chicken schnitzel with roasted potatoes and shallots sauce
Fresh pasta tagliatelle with slow cooked (12 hours ) beef ragout
Beetroot risotto with white wine sauce, scallops and dill
Oven baked pork fillet with truffle mash potatoes, gravy and vegetables
Traditional italian tiramisù
Chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream, salted caramel and mango with passion fruit coulis
Mango & passion fruit panna cotta with fresh berries
Traditional crema catalana
Millefeuille with chantilly cream, melted dark chocolate and toasted apricots
Apple tart with vanilla ice cream and raspberry coulis
3 canapés to discuss with the chef
Tuna tartare, carpaccio of tomatoes, lime, shallot and macedoine of avocado
Peruvian sea bass ceviche, lime, shallot, coriander and avocado, lamb lettuce
Salmon tartare, spring onion, beetroot and red chillies
Gratinated scallops in a shallot sauce , asparagus and thyme
Black truffle tortelloni, parmesan sauce and porcini
Handmade ravioli , filled with spinach and ricotta , cherry tomato sauce
Baby leave salad, heritage tomatoes, burrata from puglia, handmade pesto
Beetroot risotto, burrata cream and hazelnuts
Risotto allo zafferano (saffron rissoto)
Pear and gorgonzola risotto
Celeriac veloute , wild mushrooms and white truffle oil
8 hours slow cook brisket beef , baby roasted potatoes , chargrilled asparagus and caramelised carrots gf
Scottish beef fillet, chunky roasted potatoes, bernaise sauce and seasonal vegetables
Beef fillet tagliata , baby potatoes, chimichurri sauce , wild rocket and parmesan shavings
Pan fried lamb cutlets , roasted chunky potatoes , caramelised carrots and parsnips , green beans
Welsh rack of lamb, gratin dauphinois potatoes, grain mustard gravy and seasonal vegetables
Chicken supreme , creamy mash potato and celeriac , spinach puree and veggies
Parmigiana di melanzane (oven baked tomato and aubergine) passata sauce and hand made pesto sauce
Fish to discuss with the chef
Tiramisu
Almond tart with vanilla icecream
Bakewell tart frangipane with cherry compote
Chocolate and walnuts brownie with vanilla icecream
Chocolate mousse, berries, berry coulis, creme chantillí
Mango a passion fruit pannacotta
Tarte au citron with rapsberries
Lemon meringue pie
Cheese board, biscuits and grapes
Vanilla cheesecake with warm blueberry coulis and icecream
Creme brûlée
Crema catalana
Pears in red wine
Apple tart
Apple and berries crumble , icecream
Sticky toffee pudding
Ceviche of wild sea bass with citrus fruits, radish and pomegranate
Arancini of butternut squash and goat cheese (vegetarian)
Panko cod cheeks with lime and coriander dressing
Cauliflower velouté with cauliflower tips (vegetarian)
Pan seared salmon with beetroot fettuccine and herb dressing
Spinach and feta ravioli with asparagus cream (vegetarian)
Rack of lamb with dauphinoise potato and red wine jus
Raspberry mousse apple surprise with chocolate petal and gold dust
White chocolate delice with fruit coulis and orange cream
Poached pear in red wine and cinnamon
Chocolate marquise with vanilla cream and chocolate sauce
Ballantine of salmon with crème fraîche and lime dressing
Arancini of butternut squash with goat cheese (vegetarian)
Cauliflower velouté shot with truffle foam (vegetarian)
Chicken liver parfait with thyme croute
Pan seared scallops with cauliflower purée
Carpaccio of beetroot with whipped goat cheese (vegetarian)
Ceviche of wild sea bass with citrus dressing
Risotto primavera with green vegetables (vegetarian)
Pan seared salmon with beetroot fettuccine
Parsnip and carrot wellington with spinach cream (vegetarian)
Slow cooked beef filet with thyme fondant potato
Pan seared black peppered duck breast served with wild garlic mash potato, honey roasted carrots, pickled shallots, star anise carrot puree
Raspberry mousse apple surprise
White chocolate delice with orange cream
Dark chocolate fondant with salted caramel
Mille feuille with raspberry coulis
Arancini of butternut squash and goat cheese with rocket leaves (vegetarian)
Beetroot cured salmon gravlax with horseradish sour cream
Mini olive tapenade bruschetta (vegetarian)
Cauliflower velouté with cauliflower tips (vegetarian)
Home-made ricotta and spinach tortellini with rosemary butter sauce (vegetarian)
Peppered beef carpaccio with rocket and parmesan
Risotto primavera with wild rocket (vegetarian)
Ceviche of wild sea bass with citrus dressing
Pan fried salmon fillet with beetroot fettuccine and herb dressing
Rack of lamb with dauphinoise potato and red wine jus
Spinach and feta ravioli with asparagus cream (vegetarian)
Oven baked cod fillet with beurre blanc sauce
Modern tiramisu with chocolate shards
Mille feuille with raspberry and fruit coulis
White chocolate delice with fruit coulis
Poached pear in red wine and cinnamon
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 Luton.
What does a private chef service include in Luton?
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 Luton?
The price of renting a chef in Luton 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 63 GBP to 122 GBP. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 63 GBP per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 65 GBP per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 87 GBP per person, and for 2 people, the price is 122 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 Luton?
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 738 chefs available in Luton. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Luton 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 Luton?
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 Luton each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Luton, 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 Luton.
Cost of a private chef in Luton
The cost of hiring a private chef in Luton 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 63 GBP to 122 GBP per person.
For 13 people or more: 63 GBP
For 7 to 12 people: 65 GBP
For 3 to 6 people: 87 GBP
For 2 people: 122 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.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in Luton!
6 personal chefs register with us every month. Our verification team reviews these new chef profiles daily to categorize them, allowing you to discover incredible new chefs every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Luton?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Luton: 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 Luton!

Enjoy exquisite food with a Private Chef
Enjoy a Private Chef experience in the comfort of your own home! Let Take a Chef turn your kitchen and dining room into a professional restaurant. It’s a unique experience; ideal for special occasions, lunches with friends, family dinners or a great gift for that special someone. Let us know what cuisine you’re craving and give us some quick details about your kitchen to start receiving personalised menu proposals from our chefs. You just have to choose your favourite proposal! On the day of your meal, your chosen chef will head to their preferred local market to pick up the freshest ingredients. They will cook in your kitchen and provide table service for you and your guests. What’s more, they’ll make sure your kitchen is spotless before leaving. To get started click below!

Experience culinary perfection
All of our chefs have at least ten years’ worth of experience in the industry and have graduated from the best cooking schools. So our goal is to find the perfect chef for you and to make this the best dining experience. With over 20 chefs in Luton, we know we can find the right match for you! Once you receive menu proposals, you’ll be able to view the professional profiles of each chef who has contacted you and choose the one that suits you. At this point you’ll also be able to contact them directly through our messaging service to make sure that every detail is to your liking.

Try something different! Try a Private Chef service in Luton.
The best and most original experiences are those that surprise you from the very beginning and do not stop until the end. These are the experiences that make the best memories. This is Take a Chef’s philosophy. We offer a completely personalized service, show cooking, gastronomic advice and the chance to understand how the dishes on your menu are made. Any American, Asian or Mediterranean dishes can be showstoppers on your dining table with the expertise of one of our Private Chefs.






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









