Private Chef in New Hampshire
Rent one of our 26 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in New Hampshire
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in New Hampshire in July 2018, more than 26 Private Chefs have joined our platform in New Hampshire and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in New Hampshire.
Starting in 2018, 9,997 guests have already enjoyed a chef in New Hampshire. To book your chef in New Hampshire, 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 1,572 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 4,173 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.67 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 9,997 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in New Hampshire usually book menus around 168 USD per person, including 4.22 courses, sharing an average of 4.63 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 New Hampshire.












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.
26 Private Chefs in New Hampshire
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More than 9,900 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.32 Chef
The guests in New Hampshire have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.32.
4.79 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in New Hampshire received an average score of 4.79.
4.68 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.68 average score.
4.76 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in New Hampshire has been scored with a 4.76 on average.
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1,572 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in New Hampshire
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








3 cheese mac balls | marinara
Bang bang shrimp
Crab cake bites | rémoulade & spicy red sauce
Garlic herbed scallops | red beet & mushroom puree
Butterflied buffalo shrimp | white cream dipping sauce
Cajun smoked crab dip | baked pita chips
Crab stuffed mushroom
Cucumber & shrimp avocado bites
Parmesan fries
Shredded bbq chicken & coleslaw sliders
Spinach & artichoke dip | baked pita chips
Spring roll
Thai chili wings (different flavors available)
Arugula avocado salad | citrus dressing
Arugula, spinach, strawberry & feta salad | balsamic dressing
Asian salad
Classic cesar | parmesan peppercorn
Garden salad | choice of dressing
Wedge salad | blue cheese
Chicken parmigiana | choice of pasta | garlic bread
Crab stuffed salmon | roasted garlic mashed potatoes topped w/ cajun cream sauce | choice of green
Honey glazed salmon | roasted garlic mashed potatoes | choice of green
Lemon butter baked cod | white or wild rice | choice of side
Seafood scampi | lobster, shrimp & scallops
Creamy linguine pasta | 8oz sirloin | choice of green
Surf & turf (lobster, shrimp, crab - sirloin, ribeye) roasted garlic mashed potatoes | choice of green
Crispy fried fish | sweet potato souffle | choice of green
Curry chickpeas | white rice | choice of side
Apple empanadas | vanilla ice cream | apple glaze sauce
Chocolate or vanilla dipped cake balls | vanilla bean ice cream
Coconut white chocolate truffles
Lemon pound cake
Mini cheesecake (raspberry, strawberry, original) served w/ whip cream & fruit sauce
Corn chowder (w/ bacon or crab meat topping)
Endive bites (feta and avocado dips) (vegetarian)
Festive eggs ( with seasonal filling)
French onion soup (w/cheese crostini)
Gambas al pilpil (shrimp in garlic sauce)
Romaine & roquette greens w/ ricotta or blue cheese dressing
Cheese tasting board (2 local cheeses, 2 international cheeses, olive oil, fruit, savory crackers) (vegetarian)
New england sea sampler (mussels, clams in garlic sauce)
Baked ham (sweet & sour asian glaze, w/brussel sprouts and mashed potatoes) (gluten free)
Beef filet mignon roast (w/ béarnaise sauce, w/ mashed potatoes, glazed carrots) (gluten free)
Chicken escalope burger (stuffed w/ cheddar or manchego cheese)
Eggplant parmesan (stuffed w/ lamb, parmesan & ricotta cheese) (gluten free)
Salmon fillet (pan seared, w/roast broccoli, w/wild rice) (gluten free)
Tagliatelle pasta (w/ fresh cherry tomato sauce) (vegetarian, g/f)
Baked custard (w/ orange and cinnamon)
Mango passion fruit pudding (fresh mango purée topped w/ mint)
Chocolate macaroon cake (gluten free)
Homemade caponata on grilled olive foccacia
Fresh made bruschetta with basil chiffonade and balsamic reduction
Baby greens chopped salad in a pesto vinaigrette
Burrata with arugula in a maple pesto vinaigrette
Zucchini alla scapece: a traditional sicilian dish featuring fried and marinated zucchini
Braised beef ragu with fresh imported pasta
Spaghetti carbonara with smoked bacon
Gnocchi in a brown butter sage sauce
Fiochetti al limone (fresh tortellini pasta filled with cheese in a lemon pesto from capri)
Cellantani with sausage, tomatoes, basil and lemonade zesty chili
Chicken parmesan wrapped in prosciutto with a mushroom medley
Baked salmon oregonata with braised carrots in a pecan crunch
Acqua pazza: baked seabass with white wine, lemon, capers sauce
Chicken marsala with mushrooms and side of bacon mashed potatoes
Bresoala au barolo: pietmontese beef stew with red wine, carrots and baby red potatoes
Classic beef lasagne with four cheese (can be vegetarian upon request)
Chocolate fondant cake (chocolate lava cake) with vanilla ice cream
Classic tiramisu
Key lime panna cotta
Banana crema pudding with biscotti crunch
Pannetone bread pudding (specialty ⭐️)
Lemon ricotta cheesecake
Venetian seafood crudo with lemon zest, capers, and premium cold-pressed olive oil
Burrata di andria with 24-month aged prosciutto di parma and balsamic-glazed figs
Crispy artichokes alla giudia with a sprinkle of maldon sea salt and lemon wedges
Branzino al sale—whole mediterranean sea bass baked in a salt crust, carved tableside
Bistecca alla fiorentina—thick-cut porterhouse grilled over oak, served with rosemary-infused white beans
Risotto alla milanese—carnaroli rice infused with grade-a saffron and finished with bone marrow
Vanilla bean panna cotta topped with a vibrant balsamic strawberry reduction
Castagnaccio—a dense, rustic chestnut flour cake with rosemary and pine nuts
Amalfi lemon syllabub—a light, whipped lemon cream served with almond biscotti
3 cheese mac balls | marinara
Parmesan fries
Spinach & artichoke dip | baked pita chips
Honey bourbon lollipop wings
Butterflied buffalo shrimp | white cream dipping sauce
Arugula avocado salad | citrus dressing
Classic cesar | parmesan peppercorn
Wedge salad | blue cheese
Caprese salad | balsamic glaze
Cajun chicken & shrimp alfredo | meat can be modified
Chicken parmigiana | choice of pasta | garlic bread
Honey glazed salmon | roasted garlic mashed potatoes | choice of green
Creamy linguine pasta | 8oz sirloin | choice of green
Lemon butter baked cod | white or wild rice | choice of side
Ratatouille | eggplant, zucchini, squash, tomatoes
Surf & turf (lobster, shrimp, crab - sirloin, ribeye) roasted garlic mashed potatoes | choice of green
Apple empanadas | vanilla ice cream | apple glaze sauce
Chocolate or vanilla dipped cake balls | vanilla bean ice cream
Mini cheesecake (raspberry, strawberry, original) served w/ whip cream & fruit sauce
Homemade caponata on grilled olive foccacia
Spring salad with pinneaple bruschetta
Authentic caesar salad (handmade)
Fresh baked garlic bread
Ahi tuna crudo with olive, tomato pesto lemon
Braised beef ragu with fresh imported pasta
Pasta carbonara with bacon
Gnocchi with brown butter and sage
Fiochetti al limone (fresh tortellini pasta filled with cheese in a lemon pesto from capri)
Baked salmon oregonata and braised carrots with balsamic parmesan glaze
Bresoala au barolo: pietmontese beef stew with red wine, carrots and baby red potatoes
Chicken marsala in a creamy cremini mushroom sauce with a side of bacon mashed potatoes
Rosemary lamb chops with a side of herbed fingerling potatoes
Steak pizzaiola: neapolitan style ribeye seared and then simmered in a tangy tomato sauce with garlic and oregano
Fresh homemade cannolis
Lemon ricotta cheesecake with a raspberry coulis
Key lime panna cotta
Affogato
Torta caprese: homemade chocolate and almond flour cake
Local cheese and charcuterie selection - seasonal accompaniments
Brussels sprout and kale salad - gala apple, parmesan, pumpernickel croutons, caesar vinaigrette
Arugula salad – shaved fennel, parmesan, preserved lemon, evoo, cracked black pepper
Romaine salad – shaved radish, red onion, green goddess dressing
Bitter green salad - frisee, orange supremes, pistachio, pickled red onions, lardons
Roasted delicata squash - pomegranate seed, crumbled goat cheese, toasted pepitas (seasonal)
Preserved beet salad - roquefort cheese, pistachio gremolata, frisee, raspberry vinaigrette (seasonal)
Burrata and heirloom tomatoes - fresh herbs, gray sea salt, cold pressed olive oil (seasonal)
French onion soup - gruyere, brioche, parmesan, chives (seasonal)
Heirloom tomato soup -parmesan crisp
Wild mushroom soup - fresh dill, sour cream, crispy shallot
Vichyssoise - yukon gold potatoes, fried leeks, micro chives (seasonal)
Yellow tomato gazpacho - served cold, bell peppers, red onion, micro cilantro (seasonal)
Roasted corn chowder - meyer lemon creme fraiche, clabrian chili oil, marinated blue crab salad (seasonal)
Butternut squash soup - cardamom creme fraiche, pistachio oil, toasted pine nuts (seasonal)
Roasted heirloom carrots - za’atar spice, garlic hummus, crisp chickpeas, baby kale
Charred broccolini - herbed labneh, sumac, toasted sesame, calabrian chili oil
Roasted brussels sprouts - sesame soy caramel, pickled apple, scallion, shaved red chili
Maitake mushroom ragu - 60 minute egg, soft polenta, sherry vinaigrette
Confit pork belly - white corn grits, pickled apple salad, maple sweet soy reduction
Pork rillette – shaved radish, fresh herbs, amaretto peach jam
Bison filet tartare - shallot, whole grain mustard, caper aioli, fresh herbs
Duck liver mousse – preserved raspberry, whole grain mustard, fresh herbs
Bluepoint mussels - local pear cider, fennel, saffron, creme fraiche
Maryland style crab cake - pickled asparagus salad, remoulade
Bluefin tuna tartare - sesame soy caramel, avocado mousse, togarashi wontons
Salmon crudo - beet cured with fresh dill, fennel, and creme fraiche
Ricotta gnocchi – shaved truffle, parmesan crème
Braised beet risotto - crumbled goat cheese, crispy onion, malt vinegar
Grilled cauliflower steak - vaduvan spiced, herbed labneh, toasted cashews, pomegranate seed
Fettuccine funghi e timo - roasted local mushrooms, thyme, cream, grana padano
Ricotta gnocchi - spring peas, crispy prosciutto maitake mushrooms, parmesan brodo
Linguini bolognese - ground beef, pork, and veal; braised with fresh herbs and san marzano tomatoes
Pan seared salmon - roasted corn salad, farro, arugula, pancetta, beet vinaigrette
Roasted cod loin - panko crusted, potato puree, chanterelle mushrooms, bull's blood, cabernet butter
Statler chicken breast - truffle potato puree, haricot vert, rosemary pan jus
Roulade of chicken - mushroom duxelle, broccoli rabe, cauliflower puree
Confit leg of duck - warm fingerling potato salad, sautéed spinach, torched orange vinaigrette
24-hour braised short rib - yukon potato purée, haricot vert, port demi glace
Filet of beef – cabernet butter, creamed spinach, fondant potatoes
Roasted sea bass – lemon dill caper butter, crushed new potatoes, asparagus (seasonal)
All dark chocolate mousse cake - chocolate highlights
Creme brulée - seasonally inspired
Cappuccino mousse cake - espresso mousse, white chocolate mousse, mocha chiffon, espresso caramel
Parisian style cheesecake - seasonal fruit gelee
Flourless chocolate tart - seasonal fruit
Seasonally inspired fruit dessert - chef’s whim
Butterflied buffalo shrimp | white cream dipping sauce
Crab stuffed mushroom
Cucumber & shrimp avocado bites
Garlic herbed scallops | red beet & mushroom puree
Cajun smoked crab dip | baked pita chips
Crab cake bites | rémoulade & spicy red sauce
Clam chowder
Lobster bisque
Arugula, spinach, strawberry & feta salad | balsamic dressing
Arugula avocado salad | citrus dressing
Wedge salad | blue cheese
Caprese salad | balsamic glaze
Classic cesar | parmesan peppercorn
Crab stuffed salmon | roasted garlic mashed potatoes topped w/ cajun cream sauce | choice of green
Honey glazed salmon | roasted garlic mashed potatoes | choice of green
Surf & turf (lobster, shrimp, crab - sirloin, ribeye) roasted garlic mashed potatoes | choice of green
Seafood scampi | lobster, shrimp & scallops
Creamy cajun shrimp & crab pasta | garlic bread
Lemon butter baked cod | white or wild rice | choice of side
Pan seared halibut | wild rice | roasted brussels
Parmesan crusted baked haddock | fingerling potatoes | sauteed spinach
Mini cheesecake (raspberry, strawberry, original) served w/ whip cream & fruit sauce
Coconut white chocolate truffles
Chocolate or vanilla dipped cake balls | vanilla bean ice cream
Chocolate mousse
Mango sorbet
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 New Hampshire.
What does a private chef service include in New Hampshire?
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 New Hampshire?
The price of renting a chef in New Hampshire 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 151 USD to 194 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 151 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 123 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 165 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 194 USD 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 New Hampshire?
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 26 chefs available in New Hampshire. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
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 New Hampshire each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In New Hampshire, 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 New Hampshire.
Cost of a private chef in New Hampshire
The cost of hiring a private chef in New Hampshire 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 151 USD to 194 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 151 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 123 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 165 USD
For 2 people: 194 USD.
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 New Hampshire?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in New Hampshire: 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 New Hampshire!






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









