Private Chef in Somerset
Rent one of our 73 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.
A personal chef for any occasion in Somerset
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Somerset in February 2017, more than 73 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Somerset and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Somerset.
Starting in 2017, 15,723 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Somerset. To book your chef in Somerset, 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 6,087 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 53,674 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.71 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 15,723 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Somerset usually book menus around 82 GBP per person, including 3.85 courses, sharing an average of 4.56 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 Somerset.
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!
73 Private Chefs in Somerset
Get to know more about our top rated Private Chefs in Somerset
More than 15,700 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.42 Chef
The guests in Somerset have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.42.
4.76 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Somerset received an average score of 4.76.
4.69 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.69 average score.
4.86 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Somerset has been scored with a 4.86 on average.
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6,087 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Somerset
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!
Sicilian fennel, blood orange & pistachio salad
Agostino recca, calabrian chili, heritage tomato, preserved lemon
Caesar salad, baby gem, egg, anchovy, garlic crouton, parmesan crisp
Pea & mint arancini, rocket & sundried tomato salad, truffle aioli
Tahini & garlic stuffed baby aubergine, confit tomato, tomato & red pepper chutney
Bresaola, rocket & radicchio, truffle mayo, biquonho, fermented goat’s curd
Chicken & tarragon terrine, focaccia, giardinera, apricot gel
Ravioles du dauphine, comté, chive, wild garlic butter sauce
Caponata, sundried tomato, parmesan crisp, sourdough toasts, gremolata
Soused mackerel, pickled cucumber, whipped feta, watermelon, radish, mint gel
Pistachio & herb crusted lamb, ratatouille, black olive & parmesan potato terrine, jus
Black olive gnocchi, hot-honey roasted squash, ewe’s curd, crispy kale, veloute
Braised beef cheeks, creamy saffron polenta, gremolata
Lemon roasted cod, pea and broad bean risotto, garlic cream sauce
Chicken puttanesca, lemon & basil crushed new potatoes, tenderstem broccoli, parmesan
Chicken supreme, confit leg, basil new potato terrine, asparagus, romesco sauce
Pork tenderloin, belly & chorizo bonbon, fondant potato, kale, jus
Amalfi lemon posset, amaretti biscuit, blueberry compote
Vanilla pana cotta, torched meringue, raspberry compote
Cherry brandy sponge, black cherry gel, italian meringue
Chocolate delice, charred orange, chocolate soil, toasted almond
Pistachio & white chocolate cheesecake, black cherry gel
Caramelised roast peaches, mascarpone, honey granola crumble
Milk chocolate & macadamia torte, salted caramel, whipped mascarpone cream
Charcuterie, pickles, olives, cheeses, crisp breads, dips
Pork belly, black pudding, celeriac, burnt apple gel
Beetroot & walnut salad, feta, braised chicory, pomegranate
Hickory smoked salmon, celeriac puree, salt baked beetroot, pickled carrot and cucumber, endive lettuce
Chicken caesar salad, baby gem, egg, anchovy, garlic crouton, parmesan crisp
Butternut squash & sage arancini, pesto, rocket & aged parmesan
Confit duck croquette, braised chicory, fennel & orange salad, aioli
Ham hock terrine, piccalilli, sourdough, pickled cucumber
Thai prawn fishcakes, sweet chilli sauce, pickled cucumber, spring onion salad
Tahini & garlic stuffed baby aubergine, confit tomato, tomato & red pepper chutney
Braised beef brisket, fondant potato, creamed cabbage, tenderstem broccoli, roasted carrot puree, bacon, and mushroom jus
Chicken supreme, glazed carrot, pomme anna, caramelised onion, parsnip puree, jus
Pork tenderloin, belly, chorizo crumb, puy lentils, butternut squash, kale, jus
Wild mushroom & cashew wellington, heritage carrots, fondant potato, watercress purée, mushroom jus
Beef bourguignons, pomme purreé, spring greens
Cod schnitzel, olive oil mash, warm tartar sauce, crushed pea salsa
Salmon en croute, spinach & basil pesto, black olive crushed new potatoes, buttered leeks, garlic & white wine sauce
Black olive gnocchi, butternut squash, wild mushrooms, truffle oil
Chicken puttanesca, lemon & basil crushed new potatoes, tenderstem broccoli, parmesan
Sticky toffee pudding, butterscotch sauce, honeycomb, chantilly cream
Chocolate cremeux, charred orange, chocolate soil, toasted almond
Amalfi lemon posset, amaretti biscuit, blueberry compote
Apple tart tatin, cinnamon crème anglaise
Vanilla panna cotta, french meringue, fragrant strawberry salsa
Triple chocolate brownie, raspberry, chantily
Milk chocolate & hazelnut torte, crystallised white chocolate, whipped mascarpone cream
Hand dived king scallop, baked jerusalem artichoke, samphire, apple & hazelnut
Duck contif open ravioli, sherry veal jus
Beef wellington, potato mousseline, seasonal veg, beef jus
Caramelised white chocolate, dark chocolate mousse
Artisan bread & butter, house jam
Padron pepper, sea salt
Loaded nachos, crushed avocado, crème fraiche, melted cheese
Jalapeño cream cheese poppers, ranch sauce
Ceviche de cameron, shrimp, cucumber, tomato, onion, lime and coriander
Make your own tacos, soft corn tortillas, guacamole, sour cream, tomato salsa, fresh lime, chilli's, coriander, thyme mushroom, shredded beef birria, pulled chicken tinga,
Spiced rice salad, with coconut squash, broad beans, chickpeas, carrot, pickle onion, cherry tomato, sweet chilli pearls
Potato brava, crispy cubes potato, aioli and smokey chipotle sauce
Churros, with chocolate sauce and caramelised banana
Chilli lime pineapple, with coconut ice cream
Coffees
Artisan bread & butter, house jam
Homemade granola pod, honey yogurt, blueberries
Fresh juices
Fruit salad
French brioche toast, strawberries, vanilla cream
Chilli flakes crushed avocado, smoked salmon
Local sausages & crispy bacon, egg to order
Chakchouka baked egg in spiced tomato sauce, mushroom
Tea & coffee, danish pastry
Traditional pad thai, chicken or tofu with bean sprout, peanut, chilli crisp
Caremelised pork belly bites, chilli & tamarind
Salt and pepper squid or mushrooms, yuzu aioli
Vegetable spring rolls, sweet chilli dipping sauce
Marinated satay chicken or aubergine skewers
Thai duck bon bon’s, plum sauce
Traditional chicken or vegetable thai green curry
Papaya salad, carrot, green beans, red chilli, young corn
Coconut poached salmon, lemongrass, garlic & ginger
Chicken or vegetable masaman, cardamom & cashews
Braised beef blade, red curry sauce
Crispy fried beef, mixed peppers & fine beans
Fragrant coconut rice
Mixed vegetable thai yellow rice
Hot and sour tom yum, prawns or baby vegetable
Vegetable tofu galangal stir fry
Smashed cucumber salad, red chilli, cilantro & crushed peanuts
Creamy pumpkin & sweet potato coconut curry
Coconut pineapple tapioca pudding
Coconut mango sticky rice
Pozole- mexican soup
Grilled chicken street tacos
Chalupas
Sopes
Slow-cooker chicken tortilla soup
Mexican street corn flatbread
Shrimp tacos
Gorditas
Grilled portobello tacos
Chicken tostadas
Chicken quesadilla
Queso fundido
Spicy chicken taquitos
Mexican corn salad
Pico de gallo
Chicken enchiladas
Carne asada tortas
Green chile chicken skillet enchiladas
Fish taco bowls
Brunch burritto
Huevos rancheros casserole
Mexican fried chicken torta
Chile verde
Elote (mexican street corn) nachos
Fish tacos
Birria quesatacos
Tequila-lime chicken tacos
Tamale pie
Chocoflan
Tres leches cake
Spiced hot chocolate brownies
Homemade churros
Flan
Mexican hot chocolate pie
Rumchata cheesecake
Churro pancakes
Tres leches coconut cupcake
Seeded feta crispy shallots, cucumber, watercress, sourdough (v/vg)
Courgette, pea and coriander falafel, maple roast carrots, dukkha, tomato crisps, paprika spiced ketchup (v/vg)
Ham hock terrine pickled baby vegetables, apple, radish, crostini
Cured salmon sweet pea panna cotta, white crab, dill pickles, rice cracker, cucumber ketchup
Spring tartlet asparagus, fresh peas, ricotta, crispy egg (v)
Chicken liver parfait rhubarb, walnut and pistachio granola, brioche
Caesar salad, baby gem, confit egg yolk, anchovy, garlic crouton, parmesan crisp
Beef rump salad, spring onion, chilli, sesame soy dressing, crispy vermicelli noodles
Lamb rump, pomme dauphine, aubergine, baby courgette, confit tomatoes, feta mousse, jus
Chicken supreme confit leg, almond, pomme anna, asparagus, baby carrots, pedro ximinez jus
Herb crusted hake, pomme puree, charred spring onion, miso, wild garlic, samphire, cockles
Spring vegetable tart asparagus, fresh peas, spring onion, spinach, ricotta, crispy egg (v)
Polenta pea & mint beignets, broad beans, purple sprouting, parmesan, cashew, herb oil (v/vg)
Black olive gnocchi hot honey delica, ewe’s curd, crispy kale, veloute
Coconut poached monkfish tail lemongrass, bok choy, ginger, sticky rice
Chicken supreme buttermilk leg lollipop, sweetcorn veloute, charred spring onion, chicken-salt fries, chili crisp
Pork tenderloin, black pudding croquette, pomme anna, runner beans, roasted carrot, jus
Earl grey chiffon cake orange, bergamot, vanilla (v)
Lavender panna cotta honey & rosemary shortbread biscuit (v/ve)
Milk chocolate & macadamia torte caramelised brown sugar, whipped mascarpone cream (v)
Swiss carrot cake espresso crème patissiere, candied walnut, blood orange gel (v/ve)
Lemon & lavender posset, white chocolate crumb, blueberry compote
Mango cheesecake coconut, lime granita (v)
Chocolate delice banana mousse, sesame brittle (v)
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 Somerset.
What does a private chef service include in Somerset?
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 Somerset?
The price of renting a chef in Somerset 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 55 GBP to 132 GBP. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 55 GBP per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 60 GBP per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 88 GBP per person, and for 2 people, the price is 132 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 Somerset?
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 73 chefs available in Somerset. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Somerset 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 Somerset?
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.
Key information about our chefs in Somerset
Discover more details about our private chefs and their services.
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Our very first private chef service in Somerset.
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How many chef services are booked in Somerset each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Somerset, 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 Somerset.
Cost of a private chef in Somerset
The cost of hiring a private chef in Somerset 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 55 GBP to 132 GBP per person.
For 13 people or more: 55 GBP
For 7 to 12 people: 60 GBP
For 3 to 6 people: 88 GBP
For 2 people: 132 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 Somerset?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Somerset: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Surprise, 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 Somerset!
Talk to our chefs in Somerset
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 Somerset? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Somerset, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.
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