Private Chef in Ann Arbor
Hire one of our 43 Private Chefs in Ann Arbor and personalize your menu, 16115 clients in Ann Arbor have already booked their chef!
Private Chef in Ann Arbor
Since the first Private Chef who joined Take a Chef in Ann Arbor in October, 2017, more than 43 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Ann Arbor and offer their services as Private Chef anywhere in Washtenaw County.
Starting from 2017, 16115 guests have already enjoyed a Private Chef in Ann Arbor through Take a Chef. Up until today, our chefs have shared 2401 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 20990 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.74 out of 5.
Our guests in Ann Arbor usually book menus around 171 USD per person, including 3.93 courses, sharing an average of 3.12 messages with their Private Chef to personalize their menu before booking. Submit your request and find your Private Chef in Ann Arbor!
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!
43 Private Chefs in Ann Arbor
Get to know more about our top rated Private Chefs in Ann Arbor
More than 16100 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.52 Chef
The guests in Ann Arbor have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.52.
4.82 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Ann Arbor received an average score of 4.82.
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 clean up of the kitchen and dining area in Ann Arbor has been scored with a 4.86 on average.
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2401 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Ann Arbor
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!
Pan con tomate, jamon
Ceviche- fresh fish, lemon, lime, amarillo chili, red onion
Rough cut spicy tuna tartare- mango habanero sauce- avocado crema
Seared tuna tiradito- cilantro chili sauce
Charcuterie- nuts, olives, spanish cheese
Arepas de queso, green mojo sauce
Dragon fruit tuna ceviche- avocado- pecans- lime
Churrasco- skewered beef or chicken, garlic, olive oil, sea salt
Prawns al mojo de ajo- sauteed garlic, serrano, parsley
Flank steak chimichurri-over mixed greens, dry-rubbed, sliced rare, drizzled with fresh herb house chimichurri
Traditional flan
Mezcal chiffon cake
Brigadeiros- brazilian fudge
Vegan mango soup with dragon fruit
Tom yum soup-lemongrass, kaffir, lime, chilis, shrimp- vegan available
Sake martini- 12 each
Steamed edamame- sea salt
Assorted sashimi, ginger, wasabi, soy
Seared sesame ahi tuna- cucumber salad
Miso soup- mushrooms, scallions
Sake service- price varies
Spicy peanut noodles, cucumber, chilis, bean sprouts- vegan
Spicy beef noodle stew, ginger, garlic, chilis, bok choy, cilantro, peanuts
Assorted sushi rolls and nigiri
Sake service, asian beer selection, plum wine, house made mai tai available
Miso black cod- roasted, radish, green onion, butter lettuce cups
After dinner drinks- 10 each
Vegan mango sago soup with dragon fruit
Green tea service
Vichyssoise-leeks, potatoes, onions, cream, chicken stock- served cold or hot
French charcuterie with warm french bread. jambon, saucissons, pate, 2-3 cheeses, house chutney
Vegan fennel walnut soup- gluten free
Custom first course options available- we can discuss your preference
Custom starter options are available- we can discuss your preferences
Aperitif- 12 each
Cocktail or wine paired with starters- 12 each
Chicken liver pate, baguette
Warm brie, nuts, fresh fruit, baguette
Frisee and beetroot salad- with roquefort and warm walnut vinaigrette
Beet and goat cheese napoleon- balsamic vinaigrette
Le gigot d’agneau pascal -french roasted leg of lamb
Vegetarian- wild mushroom gratinee
Custom main course options available- we can discuss your preference
Bouillabaisse with garlic toast and sauce rouille, market fish and shellfish soup
Duck breast- served over sauteed greens with cherry reduction
Creme au citron -lavender shortbreads
Pot du creme- chocolate or lemon
Challa bread french toast, strawberry compote
After dinner drinks- 10 each
3- cheese course-baguette
Portuguese mussels- tomato, garlic, white wine, scallion, chilis, cumin, parsley
Aperitif- 10 each
Fried artichoke hearts with calabrian chili aioli
Arancini- arborio rice, mozzarella, lemon, garlic, parmesan, breadcrumbs. deep fried, served with marinara or calabrian chili sauce
Pan con tomate, jamon
Custom first course options available- we can discuss your preference
Sicilian shrimp- sauteed with garlic, white wine, leeks, lemon, chilis, tomato
Custom starter options are available- we can discuss your preferences
Mediterranean shrimp salad- mixed greens, sauteed lemon-garlic shrimp, olives, red onion, basil, parsley, tomato
Insalata tricolore- arugula, endive, radicchio, dijon-lemon vinaigrette
Baby arugula salad - crushed castelvetraeno vinaigrette
Angel hair arrabbiata- fresh angel hair pasta, spicy tomato sauce
Caprese- pesto, house made focaccia
Gambas al ajillo- spanish sautéed shrimp- garlic, chilis, paprika, dry sherry, lemon, parsley
Spinach salad- tomato, mozzarella, avocado, garlic chips. balsamic vinaigrette
Wine service paired with dinner- price varies
Roasted market fish- salmon, cod, swordfish, or sea bass- onion, tomatoes, kalamata olives, garlic, evoo
Beef braciole in tomato glaze with roasted asparagus, shallot, pancetta
Grilled rack of lamb- olive oil and rosemary, roasted or whipped potatoes, seasonal vegetable
Custom main course options available- we can discuss your preference
Steak salsa verde- dry-rubbed, sliced rare, drizzled with fresh herb house chimichurri
Lemon cake with pistachio
Olive oil cake- fresh cream, orange zest
Seasonal sorbet
After dinner drinks- 10 each
Spanish cheese course- 3 cheeses, almonds, dried fruit
Lemon custard- fresh berries
Aperitif- 10 each
Vegan fennel walnut soup- gluten free
Vegan fresh vegetable soup - seasonal vegetables, evoo, fresh herbs-gluten free
Thai coconut sweet potato soup- vegan-gluten-free
Vegan sushi - teriyaki tofu roll, spicy vegan tuna roll, nigiri vegan tuna
Custom first course options available- we can discuss your preference
Custom starter options are available- we can discuss your preferences
Beet and vegan cheese napoleon- balsamic vinaigrette
Insalata tricolore- arugula, endive, radicchio, dijon-lemon vinaigrette
Baby arugula salad - crushed castelvetraeno vinaigrette
Angel hair arrabbiata- fresh angel hair pasta, spicy tomato sauce
Vegan minestrone- tomato based vegetable soup, ditalini- gluten-free available
Frisee and beetroot salad- warm walnut vinaigrette
Spinach salad- tomato, avocado, garlic chips. balsamic vinaigrette
Paccheri- vegan cream sauce, portabella mushroom steaks
Vegan mushroom stew- cremini and porcini mushrooms, onion, garlic, olive oil, cashews, farro, kale
Custom main course options available- we can discuss your preference
Stuffed acorn squash- sautéed spinach, farro, lemon, parsley
Paccheri- vegan cream, vegan garlic lemon scallops, shallots, diced tomato, black olive
Seasonal sorbet
After dinner drinks- 10 each
Vegan mango sago soup with dragon fruit
Custom dessert options available- we can discuss preference
Aperitif- 10 each
Fried artichoke hearts with calabrian chili aioli
Arancini- arborio rice, mozzarella, lemon, garlic, parmesan, breadcrumbs. deep fried, served with marinara or calabrian chili sauce
Thai coconut sweet potato soup- vegan-gluten-free
Vegan sushi - teriyaki tofu roll, spicy vegan tuna roll, nigiri vegan tuna
Custom first course options available- we can discuss your preference
Custom starter options are available- we can discuss your preferences
Vegan green goddess chopped salad- red and green cabbage, cucumber, green onion, house made green goddess dressing
Insalata tricolore- arugula, endive, radicchio, dijon-lemon vinaigrette
Baby arugula salad - crushed castelvetraeno vinaigrette
Angel hair arrabbiata- fresh angel hair pasta, spicy tomato sauce
Vegan minestrone- tomato based vegetable soup, ditalini- gluten-free available
Beet and goat cheese napoleon- balsamic vinaigrette
Caprese- pesto, house made focaccia
Paccheri pasta- cream sauce, portabella mushroom steaks- vegan and gluten-free available
Spinach salad- tomato, mozzarella, avocado, garlic chips. balsamic vinaigrette
Vegan mushroom stew- cremini and porcini mushrooms, onion, garlic, olive oil, cashews, farro, kale
Stuffed acorn squash- sautéed spinach. with or without goat cheese
Housemade gnocchi- gorgonzola cream
Gluten free artichoke pasta, vegan garlic lemon scallops
Custom main course options available- we can discuss your preference
Seasonal sorbet
Morton-style hot fudge sundae for two- house hot fudge, mitchell's vanilla, nuts, fresh whipped cream, amarena cherry
Challa bread french toast, strawberry compote
After dinner drinks- 10 each
Vegan mango sago soup with dragon fruit
Custom dessert options available- we can discuss preference
3- cheese course-baguette
Charcuterie board with italian meats and cheeses
Involtini di asparagi e prosciutto-baked asparagus rolled with prosciutto and fontina cheese
Aperitif- 10 each
Fried artichoke hearts with calabrian chili aioli
Antipasto romano. roasted red and yellow peppers, sharp provolone, artichoke hearts, black cured olives, warm pugliese bread, olive oil and herbs
Vegan fennel walnut soup- gluten free
Vegan fresh vegetable soup - seasonal vegetables, evoo, fresh herbs-gluten free
Arancini- arborio rice, mozzarella, lemon, garlic, parmesan, breadcrumbs. deep fried, served with marinara or calabrian chili sauce
Beef carpaccio- prime tenderloin, capers, arugula, shaved parmesan, balsamic glaze, crostini
Shrimp cocktail or crab claws- house cocktail sauce, house mustard sauce, lemon, fresh horseradish, upcharge to market price
Custom first course options available- we can discuss your preference
Sicilian shrimp- sauteed with garlic, white wine, leeks, lemon, chilis, tomato
Custom starter options are available- we can discuss your preferences
Tuna crudo- ahi tuna, olive oil, lemon, sea salt, microgreens
Insalata tricolore- arugula, endive, radicchio, dijon-lemon vinaigrette
Baby arugula salad - crushed castelvetraeno vinaigrette
Angel hair arrabbiata- fresh angel hair pasta, spicy tomato sauce
Vegan minestrone- tomato based vegetable soup, ditalini- gluten-free available
Beet and goat cheese napoleon- balsamic vinaigrette
Caprese- pesto, house made focaccia
Tableside-tossed caesar, white anchovy
Spinach salad- tomato, mozzarella, avocado, garlic chips. balsamic vinaigrette
Customized pasta course- vegan and gluten-free available
Roasted market fish - tomatoes, olives, garlic
Paccheri bolognese
Slow roasted beef stew with porcini mushrooms- classic italian recipe
Roasted salmon - pesto cream, tuscan beans, thyme, lemon, parsley
Rigatoni o bucatini amatriciana, with tomato sauce, sweet onions, pancetta, hot pepper served with pecorino and parmigiano cheese
Pollo alla romana. quartere chicken braised in olive oil, with fresh tomato sauce and sweet onions and bell peppers
Duck breast- served over sauteed greens with balsamic reduction
Grilled rack of lamb- olive oil and rosemary, roasted or whipped potatoes, seasonal vegetable
Vegan mushroom stew- cremini and porcini mushrooms, onion, garlic, olive oil, cashews, farro, kale
Housemade gnocchi- gorgonzola cream
Stuffed veal chop- chèvre, herbs. market price
Saltimbocca alla romana. veal cutlet sautéed in extra virgin olive oil topped with prosciutto and fresh sage, with a touch of white wine and tomato sauce
Lemon cake with pistachio
Olive oil cake- fresh cream, orange zest
Torta della nonna- italian custard pie, shortbread pastry, pine nuts
After-dinner drinks-10 each
Seasonal sorbet
Lemon cake with strawberry coulis
Custom dessert options available- we can discuss preference
Grilled chicken, rainbow caprese salad with a pomegranate balsamic glaze
Bruschetta flight (i.e. traditional tomato bruschetta, mushroom & thyme bruschetta with feta cheese & balsamic glaze, tomato mozzarella basil baguette, sautéed kale, artichoke & mascarpone,
Drunken mussels homemade marinara sauce & honey butter chabbatta bread
Coconut curried lobster tail, creamy parmesan polenta, tri-colored carrots, garlic green beans
Fresh fruit tart or cheesecake with a strawberry puree
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 Chefs in Ann Arbor.
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 Ann Arbor is 122 USD per person. Between 3 and 6 people, the average price is 130 USD per person. Between 7 and 12 people, the average price is 115 USD. For 13 or more people the average price is 121 USD. 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 Ann Arbor there are currently 43 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 16115 guests in Ann Arbor, guests usually tip 14,72% of the total amount to their Private Chef.
Key information about Private Chef in Ann Arbor
Discover more details about our Private Chefs in Ann Arbor and their services.
How many Private Chef services are booked in Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor, 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 Ann Arbor, 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 Ann Arbor?
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 Ann Arbor is 122 USD per person. Between 3 and 6 people, the average price is 130 USD per person. Between 7 and 12 people, the average price is 115 USD. For 13 or more people the average price is 121 USD.
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 Ann Arbor on each particular month of the year.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Ann Arbor?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Ann Arbor: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings in Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor!
Enjoy an exquisite meal prepared by one of our private chefs!
Take a Chef gives you the opportunity to turn your home into the top quality restaurant in Ann Arbor. All you need to do is choose the time and what you would like to eat and we will take care of the remaining details. When you book with us, the grocery shopping, cooking, serving and cleaning are all included so you don't have to worry about anything else besides enjoying an exquisite meal!
Fine dining in the hands of a Private Chef in the comfort of your own home!
We work with the most talented chefs town and in the world. Their passion for gastronomy and hospitality will completely exceed your expectations and will make you experience an unforgettable evening. So why not turn your home into a fine dining restaurant for the night? You will be able to speak to the chef directly to ensure everything is flawless. Book today!
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Discover our Private Chefs
Each Private Chef in Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor who will personalize every detail of your experience.
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