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Enjoy gourmet home dining with personalized menus from Coral Gables' finest chefs.
From intimate dinner parties and bachelorette weekends to long-term personal chef services. We bring the restaurant experience to your kitchen. We handle the menu, grocery shopping, cooking and service.
Custom menus
Allergy-aware planning
Custom chef-curated tasting menus
In-home, Airbnb, villa & yacht service
Fast response
Dietary and allergy accommodations planned from the start
Why Clients Hire a Private Chef Instead of Ordering Catering
We Plan Around the Event, Not Just the Food
Guest count, timing, venue flow, dietary restrictions, service style, and presentation all shape the menu from the start.
We Help Reduce Host Stress
Our role is not to drop off trays and disappear. We help make the event feel organized, guest-ready, and easier to manage.
Strong for Corporate Logistics
For office events, clients care about timing, professional setup, and a team that knows how to deliver without confusion or disruption.
Allergy-Aware From the Beginning
Food allergies and dietary restrictions should never be an afterthought. We make them part of the planning conversation early.
Presentation Should Never Feel Cafeteria-Style
Well-planned catering should look considered, fresh, and event-appropriate — not like standard hotel pans dropped on a table.
The Experience Matters as Much as the Menu
People remember how the food was presented, how smooth the service felt, and whether the event atmosphere matched the occasion.
Private Chef Services Built Around the Way You Want to Host
Some events need speed and simplicity. Others need service, timing, atmosphere, and a stronger visual impression. We help match the format to the moment.
Corporate Catering
Office lunches, executive meetings, hospital teams, university events, and business gatherings that need punctual setup and a professional finish.
Wedding Catering
From welcome events and rehearsal dinners to reception service, we help shape menus, pacing, and guest experience around the day.
Party Catering
Passed bites, elegant stations, and social-friendly food presentation for launches, mixers, gallery nights, and stylish celebrations.
Event Catering
A flexible format for private events, birthdays, family gatherings, and larger group service where variety and flow matter.
BBQ & On-Site Grill Catering
Open-fire energy, fresh-off-the-grill appeal, and a more relaxed atmosphere for outdoor parties, company picnics, and weekend gatherings.
Drop-Off Catering
A practical choice for offices, meetings, productions, and hosted events where convenience matters but presentation still needs to feel polished.
Yacht & Boat Catering
Menus planned for movement, space, timing, and style — ideal for charters, celebrations on the water, and hosted yacht experiences.
Private Chef Experience
For in-home dining, villas, intimate celebrations, and clients who want a chef-led meal with a more personal, memorable feel.
Hire a Private Chef: Get a Custom Quote Built Around Your Event
Share the basics, and we’ll help you narrow down the right format, menu direction, service style, and planning needs.
When to Hire a Chef: Private Dinners, Airbnb Stays & Special Parties
Weddings
Rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, welcome parties, and post-wedding gatherings that need thoughtful pacing, flexible menus, and less stress for the couple.
Private Parties
Birthdays, anniversaries, dinner parties, holiday hosting, and at-home celebrations where the goal is to enjoy guests instead of managing food.
Yacht Events
Day charters, dockside gatherings, boat parties, and hosted experiences that call for menus suited to the water, space, and rhythm of the day.
Family & Milestone Celebrations
Baby showers, bridal showers, quinceañeras, Sweet 16s, graduations, and gatherings where guest comfort and smooth flow matter just as much as the menu.
Brand, Media & Cultural Events
Openings, showcases, activations, influencer dinners, fashion events, and visually driven gatherings where food is part of the brand impression.
If your event does not fit neatly into one category, that usually means the plan should be more customized — and that is where we can help.
Sample Menus, Built to Show Range
Not every event should eat the same way. These examples help show how menu direction changes depending on the setting, guest flow, and style of service.
Need vegetarian, vegan, gluten-aware, keto-conscious, kosher-style, brunch, finger-food, seafood-forward, Latin-inspired, or custom celebration menus? We can build around your guests and the way the event will actually unfold.
Still Looking for the Right Venue?
Some events are easy to plan once the venue is right. We can help narrow down options based on guest count, event format, service style, and the overall feel you want — whether that means waterfront, garden, indoor-outdoor, private estate, or a more business-friendly setting.
- Wedding venues
- Corporate venues
- Waterfront venues
- Private estates and villas
- Indoor-outdoor event spaces
- Yacht-friendly and dockside options
How Private Chef Service Works
Tell us about your occasion: Tell us the date, location, guest count, and occasion
Custom Menu Design: We shape the menu around your preferences and source the freshest ingredients
Less guesswork for you. Better flow for the event
Full Kitchen Reset: You enjoy the evening. We leave the kitchen spotless—cleaner than it was before we arrived
In-Home Cooking & Service: Your chef arrives prepared, cooks on-site, and serves smoothly
Frequently Asked Questions
A private chef service is a premium, full-service experience. It includes custom menu planning, ingredient sourcing from the best local markets, on-site cooking in your kitchen, elegant plating, and seamless service coordination. Most importantly, we provide a complete kitchen clean-up—we leave your kitchen cleaner than it was before we arrived, so you can simply enjoy the evening with your guests
Yes, we bring the fine dining restaurant experience directly to your private home, villa, penthouse, or vacation rental. We are specialists in Airbnb and vacation rentals—we handle the grocery shopping and cooking, turning your stay into a 5-star dining destination without you ever having to leave the property
Absolutely. Private dinner parties are one of our main specialties. We create an intimate, chef-led dining experience for you and your friends. Whether you prefer a 4-to-6 course tasting menu or a relaxed, high-end family-style dinner, the menu is built entirely around your guests, not a standard catering package
Yes, we provide dedicated Yacht Chef Services in Miami. Our chefs are experienced in working on board for day charters, dockside dinners, and weekend yacht trips. Our yacht menus feature chilled premium bites, seafood-forward selections, and elegant platters that are perfectly designed to be enjoyed on the water
Yes, dietary flexibility and allergy-aware planning are essential parts of our service. Unlike mass catering, dietary needs are planned in from the very start. We can easily accommodate specific requirements, including Keto, Paleo, Vegan, and gluten-free diets, ensuring every guest has a flawless dining experience
Yes, we handle all the ingredient sourcing. Your personal chef will select and purchase the freshest, highest-quality ingredients just before your event. You don't need to worry about any shopping or preparation.
Of course! We frequently cook for bachelorette weekends, birthday dinners, poolside brunches, and private celebrations. We can design a colorful plated dinner, prepare welcome snacks, and even coordinate mocktail and cocktail pairings to elevate your party
Yes, we offer a specialized Holiday Private Chef service for Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and family gatherings. We prepare a full holiday feast featuring seasonal starters, classic holiday mains, sides, and a beautiful dessert course, allowing you to spend the holiday with your family instead of in the kitchen.
We are highly flexible and can accommodate anywhere from 1 to 50 guests. Our ideal settings are 2–6 guests for intimate dining, 8–15 guests for private dinner parties, and 15–25 guests for larger chef-led private events
We recommend reaching out as early as possible to secure your date and get a fast, custom quote. Before you officially book, we can schedule a planning call or a tasting session to talk through menu directions, service styles, and ensure everything is perfectly tailored to your home, yacht, or special occasion
Want to Talk Through the Menu Before You Hire a Chef?
A tasting can help you compare menu ideas, presentation style, and overall fit before you finalize the catering plan for your event.
Where We Bring the Chef Experience
Private Chef Coral Gables: Elite In-Home Dining for Historic Estates
In the "City Beautiful," where privacy and elegance are paramount, your dining experience should reflect the same high standards as your surroundings. At Catering Miami, we provide a premier private chef in Coral Gables service designed specifically for the residents of gated enclaves and historic Mediterranean estates. Whether you are hosting a high-stakes dinner in Gables Estates or seeking a personal chef in Coral Gables to curate your family’s daily wellness plan, our chefs deliver a sophisticated, "restaurant-at-home" experience defined by absolute discretion and culinary excellence.
To hire a private chef in Coral Gables is to invest in the seamless management of your household. Our team understands the nuances of working within fully-staffed estates, often coordinating with housekeepers and estate managers to ensure a frictionless transition from the kitchen to the dining hall. From professional food shopping for the rarest organic ingredients to our signature "Zero-trace" kitchen cleanup, we handle the complexities so you can focus on the art of hosting.
To hire a private chef in Coral Gables is to invest in the seamless management of your household. Our team understands the nuances of working within fully-staffed estates, often coordinating with housekeepers and estate managers to ensure a frictionless transition from the kitchen to the dining hall. From professional food shopping for the rarest organic ingredients to our signature "Zero-trace" kitchen cleanup, we handle the complexities so you can focus on the art of hosting.
The Estate Chef Experience: Professionalism & Cultural Discretion
For the elite residents of Coral Gables, a private chef is more than a cook—they are a guardian of the household’s rhythm and health. Our private chef services are built on the foundation of professional etiquette and technical mastery.
Michelin-Level Expertise: We bring the techniques of the world's finest kitchens—from sous-vide to expert wine pairing—directly to your private residence.
Bespoke Menu Curation: No two households are the same. We design custom menus that reflect your family’s heritage, whether you prefer refined French classics, Mediterranean health-forward dishes, or vibrant Latin-fusion.
Seamless Integration: Our chefs are experts at managing kitchen budgets, sourcing from elite local vendors, and maintaining the strict privacy protocols required by UHNW families.
Michelin-Level Expertise: We bring the techniques of the world's finest kitchens—from sous-vide to expert wine pairing—directly to your private residence.
Bespoke Menu Curation: No two households are the same. We design custom menus that reflect your family’s heritage, whether you prefer refined French classics, Mediterranean health-forward dishes, or vibrant Latin-fusion.
Seamless Integration: Our chefs are experts at managing kitchen budgets, sourcing from elite local vendors, and maintaining the strict privacy protocols required by UHNW families.
Longevity-Focused Meal Prep & Milestone Family Celebrations
Coral Gables is a hub for the longevity movement, where food is viewed as a primary tool for health and performance. Our personal chef South Florida team specializes in bio-individual nutrition, ensuring that every meal supports your specific health goals.
Functional Longevity Plans: We implement Keto, Paleo, Organic, and Anti-inflammatory protocols using only fresh seasonal ingredients.
Milestone Events: From a quiet anniversary dinner in an intimate garden setting to a grand private chef for birthday party, we provide a "turn-key" solution that manages the menu, table service, and cleanup.
Time Optimization: By outsourcing your kitchen management, you reclaim approximately 15 hours every week. This allows you to focus on your family and professional pursuits while enjoying Michelin-trained quality at every meal.
Experience the height of culinary privacy. Contact Catering Miami today to request a quote for your dedicated private chef Coral Gables experience.
Functional Longevity Plans: We implement Keto, Paleo, Organic, and Anti-inflammatory protocols using only fresh seasonal ingredients.
Milestone Events: From a quiet anniversary dinner in an intimate garden setting to a grand private chef for birthday party, we provide a "turn-key" solution that manages the menu, table service, and cleanup.
Time Optimization: By outsourcing your kitchen management, you reclaim approximately 15 hours every week. This allows you to focus on your family and professional pursuits while enjoying Michelin-trained quality at every meal.
Experience the height of culinary privacy. Contact Catering Miami today to request a quote for your dedicated private chef Coral Gables experience.