Price, travel, and payment

Leave your email and phone on the contact page, or call (760) 638-7777. We call you back to confirm the date, city, and guest count. A $50 deposit after we confirm the date — not when you first send the form holds the chef.

Yes. Every gathering has a $600 food-and-service minimum. Smaller parties are welcome — the total is still $600. Kids count toward the $600 minimum.

On the callback. Confirm proteins and allergies at least 72 hours before the event. If we do not hear from you, we cook the house combination so the night still runs.

Classic is $50/ person (2 proteins per guest). Premium is $60/ person. Luxury is $70/ person. Kids 6–12 are half of Classic ($25). 5 and under are $5. $600 minimum per gathering. Kids count toward the $600 minimum.

Drinks (21+, where available). Chef, grill, and plated service included. We do not cook guest-supplied meat or groceries.

Chefs leave from Los Angeles. 20 miles is included. Beyond 20 miles we charge a flat $40. Mileage is one-way from Los Angeles to your event address. Beyond 20 miles we charge a flat $40 travel fee.

0–20 miles from Los Angeles: Included. Over 20 miles: $40.

Yes. Chefs leave from Los Angeles and travel the state. Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego are the regular week. San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and Sacramento are quoted from Los Angeles. Travel follows the 20-mile / $40 rule above.

$50 deposit after we confirm the date — not when you first send the form. the remaining balance is due after service, or in advance if you prefer. California sales tax is added where it applies.

Cash after the event; Zelle; Card (processor fee may apply). We will say which options apply to your booking before you pay the deposit.

No. Tip the chef directly after service. 18–25% of the food-and-service total (before travel) is the usual range. It is not required.

Change the guest count at least 72 hours ahead. Cancel or move the date at least 48 hours ahead and the $50 deposit can be refunded minus any processor fee. Inside 48 hours the deposit is usually kept because the chef and groceries are already held.

Yes. We are a service-area business. Chefs cook at homes, backyards, and approved venues. There is no dining room.

Classic hosts provide tables and chairs. Premium includes table and chair setup. Luxury is all-inclusive — tables, chairs, setup, utensils, and cleanup. Every booking still needs a level outdoor pad. Indoor cooking needs ventilation and building approval.

With notice: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-conscious, and common allergies. We do not cook food you bring. Tofu is the standard non-meat protein.