The Essential Experience | Private Dining

Starting at $125 per person
$150 reservation deposit

A refined private dining experience designed for intimate gatherings and clients who value thoughtfully prepared cuisine without the demands of active service.

The Essential Experience is structured as a chef-prepared, cook-and-leave service. Your curated multi-course menu is prepared on-site in your kitchen, properly finished, and staged for effortless enjoyment at your convenience. This approach ensures preparation integrity while preserving the privacy and comfort of your environment.

Ideal for intimate dinners, quiet celebrations, and intentional evenings.

Sample Curated Menu

The following menu reflects a representative example of The Essential Experience. Selections rotate regularly and are composed to ensure balance, seasonality, and preparation integrity.

First Course
Butter lettuce with shaved parmesan, toasted pecans, and delicate house vinaigrette

Main Course
Herb-roasted chicken breast finished with garlic, thyme, and pan essence

Accompaniments
Whipped Yukon gold potatoes, finished with cultured butter
Seasonal vegetables, carefully roasted to enhance natural depth and character

Dessert
Vanilla bean mousse with fresh berries

Service Includes

• Chef-curated multi-course menu prepared in your home
• On-site preparation with courses finished and ready for enjoyment
• Thoughtful packaging and proper storage to preserve freshness and quality
• Full kitchen cleanup and restoration following preparation

Menu and Pricing Structure

Menus are chef-curated to ensure preparation quality and timing integrity.

The Essential Experience includes poultry, standard seafood, and seasonal selections. Premium proteins such as steak, lamb, lobster, and specialty preparations are incorporated through Signature and Prestige experience tiers, which carry a higher per-person rate.

Your final menu and experience tier are confirmed in advance to ensure clarity and proper planning.

Guest Minimum

The Essential Experience requires a minimum service of two guests or $300, whichever is greater.

Service Format

This experience is designed as a cook-and-leave service. Meals are prepared on-site and staged for your enjoyment. Live course pacing and on-site dining service are available through upgraded experience tiers.

Kitchen Readiness

A clean and functional kitchen is required prior to service. If additional cleaning is required before preparation can begin, a Kitchen Readiness Fee of $50–$100 may apply.

Reservation and Payment

A reservation deposit secures your service date. Final menu, guest count, and remaining balance are confirmed prior to your scheduled service.