Private Chef in North Bel Air
Rent one of our 107 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.
A personal chef for any occasion in North Bel Air
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in North Bel Air in March 2017, more than 107 Private Chefs have joined our platform in North Bel Air and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Harford County.
Starting in 2017, 18,427 guests have already enjoyed a chef in North Bel Air. To book your chef in North Bel Air, 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 5,841 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 58,991 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.68 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 18,427 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in North Bel Air usually book menus around 179 USD per person, including 3.04 courses, sharing an average of 4.81 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 North Bel Air.
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!
107 Private Chefs in North Bel Air
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More than 18,400 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.38 Chef
The guests in North Bel Air have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.38.
4.75 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in North Bel Air received an average score of 4.75.
4.65 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.65 average score.
4.88 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in North Bel Air has been scored with a 4.88 on average.
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5,841 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in North Bel Air
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!
Onion goat cheese puff
Mini baked brie with apple chutney
Butternut squash and mushrooms risotto
Calabaza butternut soup organic fresh cream | organic
Shepherd's pie grass fed (grass fed ground beef with peas, carrots and corn blended in a savory homemade sauce and topped with a yukon gold mashed potato crust)
Scallops stir-fried with pumpkin puree
Seafood paella(spanish bomba rice, saffron and seafood)
Home made ravioli filling with ossobuco cooked for 18 hours in cream sauce, basil and italian tomatoes
Short ribs and grilled polenta accompanied by eggplants and roasted tomatoes
Chicken casserole, mushrooms, basmati rice and leek
Apple crumble blossom (filled with cinnamon-spiced apples and topped with a crispy mix of sugar and oats)
Chocolate mousse cake
Sticky toffee cake
Gluten free chocolate lava cake 9elicious taste of rich belgian chocolate as you enjoy a warm lava cake)
Apple berry blossom
Cucumber and wakame salad sunonomo
Miso soup w/ wakame, bean curd, green onion
Vegetable tempura: peppers, zucchini, green beans, shrimp, tentsuyu
Braised beef and potato stew (nikujaga)
Grilled beef teriyaki – with blistered snow peas, mushrooms, steamed rice
Matcha ice cream with chinsukō
Tortilla de papas española con pan tumaca (spanish potato omelette with tomato and garlic bread)
Andalusian rabas accompanied by pickles mayonnaise and sweet potato lonjas (squid rings battered in flour and fried in olive oil)
Spanish morcilla with apple chutney on slices of country bread (spanish black pudding in the oven)
Croquetas de jamón (traditional spanish ham croquettes)
Smoked salmon salad with arugula, cream cheese, mushrooms and chives
Seafood paella(spanish bomba rice, saffron and seafood)
Ternera escalopines with cabrales sauce and potatoes with peppers (veal milaneses with azul cabrales cheese sauce and sliced potatoes with roasted piquillo peppers)
Catalan fideuà with seafood (in catalunya, the northeastern part of spain, there is a traditional dish called fideuà, made with short lengths of dry pasta called fideus y seafood)
Boneless leg and thigh with chimichurri and crushed potatoes with rosemary and lemon
Crema catalana (pastry cream with an egg yolk base covered with a crunchy layer of caramelized sugar)
Dark belgian chocolate cake
Spanish flan
Arancino ( italian rice and cheese ball)
Argentine empanadas (creamy corn and peppers)
Baby quiché of échalots and red onions with mixed of green leaves
Bruschetas with caponata (eggplants, celery, tomatoes, olives)
Butternut squash risotto
Busiati with l'agghia (homemade italian pasta with pistachio cream)
Canelones rustic country style homemade dough | organic spinach | ricotta | wild mushrooms | bechamel sauce | tomato sauce
Gnocchis pecorino romano cream and pine mushrooms
French tarte tatin (apple)
Sfogliatelle napoletana(filled with orange cream)
Tiramisu
Mini tuna tataki** lightly seared tuna slices with a ponzu sauce
Edamame with sea salt** steamed edamame beans sprinkled with sea salt
Uni (sea urchin) shooter** fresh sea urchin served with a dash of citrusy yuzu
Goma-ae spinach** blanched spinach dressed with a savory sesame sauce
Chawanmushi** silky savory egg custard with shrimp and mushrooms
Kani su** delicate crab meat with cucumber in a light vinegar sauce
Ikura (salmon roe) with dashi gelée** salmon roe served with a delicate dashi jelly
Agedashi tofu** lightly fried tofu in a warm dashi broth topped with scallions and bonito flakes
Tuna and avocado tartare** fresh tuna and avocado cubes mixed with a light soy dressing
Sake-steamed clams** clams steamed in sake with a touch of garlic and butter
Ebi shumai** steamed shrimp dumplings with a soy dipping sauce
Gyoza** pan-fried pork and vegetable dumplings
Chicken karaage** crispy japanese fried chicken served with a side of spicy mayo
Sunomono** a refreshing cucumber and seafood salad in a sweet vinegar dressing
Sushi platter** an assortment of nigiri and maki rolls featuring fresh fish and seafood
Tempura udon** udon noodles in a savory broth, topped with crispy tempura shrimp and vegetables
Teriyaki salmon** grilled salmon glazed with a sweet teriyaki sauce, served with steamed rice
Beef sukiyaki** thinly sliced beef and vegetables simmered in a sweet soy sauce broth
Unagi donburi** grilled eel served over a bowl of steamed rice with unagi sauce
Vegetable tempura** a variety of vegetables lightly battered and fried, served with a dipping sauce
Chicken katsu** breaded and fried chicken cutlet served with a tangy tonkatsu sauce
Matcha ice cream** creamy green tea flavored ice cream
Mochi trio** a selection of mochi in various flavors (red bean, matcha, and mango)
Yuzu sorbet** refreshing yuzu-flavored sorbet
Dorayaki** sweet pancakes filled with red bean paste
Green tea cheesecake** a fusion dessert combining rich cheesecake with the subtle flavor of green tea
Black sesame pudding** smooth and creamy pudding with a nutty black sesame flavor
Anmitsu** a traditional japanese dessert of agar jelly, sweet beans, and fruit, served with a sweet syrup
Mini crab cake with remoulade** a bite-sized maryland crab cake topped with a tangy remoulade sauce
Old bay shrimp cocktail shooter** chilled shrimp served in a zesty old bay-spiced cocktail sauce
Oysters rockefeller** fresh local oysters baked with spinach, parmesan, and a touch of anise
Chesapeake bay scallop ceviche** marinated scallops with citrus, cilantro, and a hint of jalapeño
Smoked bluefish pâté on crostini** rich and smoky bluefish pâté served on a crisp crostini
Duck liver mousse with fig jam** creamy duck liver mousse paired with a sweet fig jam on a petite toast
Miniature tomato and basil tart** a flaky tart shell filled with heirloom tomatoes and fresh basil
Rockfish carpaccio** thinly sliced rockfish drizzled with olive oil, lemon, and capers
Heirloom tomato salad** assorted heirloom tomatoes with fresh mozzarella, basil, and balsamic reduction
Grilled octopus with lemon and herbs** tender grilled octopus served with a bright lemon and herb dressing
Sweet corn soup with lump crab** creamy sweet corn soup garnished with fresh lump crabmeat
Fried green tomatoes with pimento cheese**
Crispy fried green tomatoes served with a dollop of tangy pimento cheese
House-made charcuterie board** an assortment of locally cured meats, cheeses, and pickled vegetables
Wild mushroom risotto** creamy risotto with a mix of local wild mushrooms and parmesan cheese
Maryland blue crab imperial** baked blue crab with a rich imperial sauce, served with seasonal vegetables
Seared rockfish with butter sauce** fresh rockfish filet seared to perfection, topped with a lemon butter sauce
Duck breast with cherry reduction** pan-seared duck breast served with a sweet and tart cherry reduction
Braised short ribs** tender short ribs braised in a rich red wine sauce, served with creamy mashed potatoes
Lamb chops with rosemary garlic glaze** grilled lamb chops finished with a rosemary and garlic glaze
Jumbo lump crab cakes** classic maryland crab cakes served with a side of coleslaw and tartar sauce
Smith island cake** maryland’s state dessert: a multi-layered chocolate and vanilla cake
Old bay caramel popcorn** sweet and spicy caramel popcorn with a hint of old bay seasoning
Blueberry cobbler** warm blueberry cobbler served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
Black bottom cupcakes** moist chocolate cupcakes with a cheesecake center
Peach upside-down cake** a moist cake topped with caramelized peaches
Lemon ricotta cheesecake** light and fluffy cheesecake with a zesty lemon flavor
Pecan pie with bourbon whipped cream** classic pecan pie topped with a bourbon-infused whipped cream
Rancini**: small, fried rice balls stuffed with mozzarella and peas, served with a side of marinara sauce for dipping
Gorgonzola and walnut crostini**: toasted baguette slices topped with creamy gorgonzola cheese and a walnut half, drizzled with honey
Prosciutto e melone**: skewers of sweet cantaloupe melon wrapped in thin slices of prosciutto, drizzled with a balsamic glaze
Antipasto platter**: a selection of cured meats (like prosciutto, salami, and mortadella), assorted cheeses (such as pecorino, gorgonzola, and fresh mozzarella), marinated olives, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, and grilled vegetables
Caprese salad**: slices of ripe tomatoes and fresh mozzarella, layered with fresh basil leaves, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and a balsamic reduction, and sprinkled with sea salt and cracked black pepper
Bruschetta con funghi**: toasted bread slices topped with a warm mixture of sautéed mushrooms, garlic, thyme, and a splash of white wine, finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese
Stuffed mushrooms**: large mushroom caps filled with a savory mixture of breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley, parmesan cheese, and finely chopped mushroom stems, baked until golden and bubbly
Carpaccio di manzo**: thinly sliced raw beef tenderloin drizzled with olive oil and lemon juice, topped with capers, shaved parmesan, and arugula leaves
Lasagna alla bolognese**: layers of fresh pasta sheets, rich bolognese sauce, creamy béchamel, and a blend of mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, baked until golden and bubbly
Risotto ai funghi**: creamy risotto cooked with a variety of wild mushrooms, white wine, and parmesan cheese, finished with a touch of fresh parsley and a drizzle of truffle oil
Spaghetti alla carbonara**: spaghetti tossed with crispy pancetta, a creamy sauce made from eggs and pecorino romano cheese, and plenty of freshly ground black pepper
Pollo alla cacciatora**: chicken pieces simmered in a rustic sauce of tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, garlic, olives, and fresh herbs, served with a side of crusty bread or polenta
Osso buco alla milanese**: tender braised veal shanks cooked in a flavorful sauce of white wine, tomatoes, and aromatic vegetables, traditionally served with a side of saffron-infused risotto (risotto alla milanese)
Panna cotta**: a smooth and silky cooked cream dessert, often flavored with vanilla and served with a berry coulis or caramel sauce
Cannoli**: crisp pastry tubes filled with a sweet, creamy ricotta filling, often studded with chocolate chips or candied fruit and dusted with powdered sugar
Tiramisu**: a rich and creamy dessert made with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, and a dusting of cocoa powder
Gelato**: italian-style ice cream that is dense and intensely flavored, available in a variety of flavors such as pistachio, hazelnut, chocolate, and fruit
Zabaglione**: a light, foamy dessert made from egg yolks, sugar, and marsala wine, served warm and often accompanied by fresh berries or a biscotti
Truffle infused deviled eggs: deviled eggs infused with black truffle oil and garnished with truffle shavings
Escargot vol-au-vent: puff pastry shells filled with garlic butter-infused escargot
Gougères with gruyère and herbs: cheese-filled choux pastry puffs flavored with gruyère cheese and fresh herbs
Goat cheese and fig crostini: crostini topped with creamy goat cheese and a dollop of fig jam
Salmon tartare on cucumber rounds: fresh salmon tartare served on thinly sliced cucumber rounds with a hint of lemon zest
Beetroot and goat cheese mousse cones: mini cones filled with whipped goat cheese mousse and roasted beetroot
Moules marinières: steamed mussels cooked in white wine with garlic, shallots, and parsley
Quiche lorraine: savory tart filled with bacon, cheese, and custard
Salade niçoise: salad made with tuna, hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, olives, and anchovies
Veal scallopini with mushroom sauce: thinly sliced veal sautéed with mushrooms in a creamy sauce
Cassoulet: hearty white bean stew with duck confit, sausage, and pork belly
Salmon en papillote: salmon fillet baked in parchment paper with herbs, lemon, and vegetables
Beef bourguignon: slow-cooked beef stewed in red wine with mushrooms, carrots, and onions
Duck à l'orange: roast duck served with a sweet and tangy orange sauce
Confit de canard: duck leg confit cooked in its own fat until tender and served with crispy skin
Coq au vin: chicken braised in red wine with mushrooms, onions, and bacon
Tournedos rossini: beef tenderloin topped with seared foie gras and truffle sauce
Crème brûlée: rich custard topped with a caramelized sugar crust
Macarons: delicate almond meringue cookies filled with ganache or buttercream
Tarte tatin: upside-down caramelized apple tart served with vanilla ice cream
Profiteroles: cream-filled choux pastry balls topped with chocolate sauce
Opera cake: layers of almond sponge cake soaked in coffee syrup, ganache, and coffee buttercream
Éclairs: long pastry shells filled with cream and topped with chocolate icing
Mille-feuille: layers of puff pastry filled with pastry cream and topped with icing
Pavlova: meringue base topped with whipped cream and fresh berries
Choux à la crème: cream-filled choux pastry puffs topped with powdered sugar
Tarte au citron: lemon tart with a buttery crust and tangy lemon filling
Madeleines: small sponge cakes with a distinctive shell shape, often flavored with lemon or almond
Croquembouche: tower of cream-filled profiteroles bound together with caramel
Clafoutis: baked french dessert made with fruit (traditionally cherries) covered in a thick flan-like batter
Baba au rhum: yeast cake soaked in rum syrup and served with whipped cream
Pots de crème: creamy custard dessert served in small pots or jars
Tarte aux fraises: fresh strawberry tart with pastry cream or custard filling
Cannelés: custard-filled pastries with a caramelized crust and a soft, custardy center
Floating island (île flottante): poached meringue served with crème anglaise and topped with caramel
Galette des rois: flaky puff pastry filled with almond cream, traditionally served for epiphany
Pain perdu: french toast made with thick slices of bread soaked in a mixture of eggs, milk, and sugar
Tarte aux pommes: classic french apple tart with thinly sliced apples arranged on top of a buttery crust
Paris-brest: ring of choux pastry filled with praline-flavored cream
Bûche de noël: yule log-shaped cake made of sponge cake and rolled with filling, often decorated to resemble a log
Chocolat fondant: molten chocolate cake with a gooey chocolate center, often served with vanilla ice cream
Pain au chocolat: flaky pastry filled with chocolate, similar to a chocolate croissant
Fraisier: layered sponge cake filled with strawberries and pastry cream, topped with marzipan or whipped cream
Dacquoise: layered dessert made with nut meringue layers and whipped cream or buttercream filling
Tarte tropézienne: brioche-like cake filled with pastry cream and topped with pearl sugar
Crêpes suzette: thin pancakes served with a sauce made from caramelized sugar, butter, orange juice, and liqueur
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 North Bel Air.
What does a private chef service include in North Bel Air?
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 North Bel Air?
The price of renting a chef in North Bel Air 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 132 USD to 143 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 132 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 121 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 139 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 143 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 North Bel Air?
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 107 chefs available in North Bel Air. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in North Bel Air 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 North Bel Air?
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 North Bel Air each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In North Bel Air, 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 North Bel Air.
Cost of a private chef in North Bel Air
The cost of hiring a private chef in North Bel Air 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 132 USD to 143 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 132 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 121 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 139 USD
For 2 people: 143 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.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in North Bel Air!
1 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 North Bel Air?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in North Bel Air: 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 North Bel Air!
Talk to our chefs in North Bel Air
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 North Bel Air? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in North Bel Air, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.
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