Private Chefs in Lake George
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Personal chefs in Lake George, NY make dining simple during your Adirondack getaway. In-home chefs in Lake George handle menu planning, grocery shopping, cooking, serving and cleanup. Whether you’re near the Village, Bolton Landing or Diamond Point, they tailor menus to your preferences. Hire a chef for the night in Lake George to enjoy sushi, Italian pastas, French-inspired dishes or hearty American favorites. Guests use this service for lakefront family gatherings, bachelorette parties or vacation celebrations. Your chef prepares each dish in your kitchen and serves it fresh. You can request kid-friendly meals, wine pairings or gluten-free menus. The chef manages service and cleanup so you can relax. It’s a convenient way to enjoy quality dining and more time by Lake George.
Hire a Private Chef in Lake George
From the charming lakeside bistros along Canada Street to the upscale dining spots overlooking Million Dollar Beach, Lake George offers no shortage of ways to savor its vibrant food scene. But on days when you’d rather skip the crowds and watch the sun set from your own deck nothing compares to the ease of hiring a private chef in Lake George. Cozymeal’s chefs bring years of experience from luxury hotels, acclaimed restaurants and exclusive resorts, crafting personalized menus designed just for you. Craving a New England-style seafood feast, rustic Italian comfort food or a gourmet twist on Adirondack favorites? When you hire a chef for dinner in Lake George the possibilities are endless.
The best part? Your chef handles everything from shopping for the finest local ingredients to cooking and cleaning up afterward. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party at your own home or vacation rental, celebrating a birthday or simply enjoying a night with friends you can focus on the moments that matter while your chef takes care of every detail.
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Chef Luana
Los Angeles
Born and raised in Italy, Chef Luana inherited a culinary passion from her grandmother. She has enjoyed entrepreneurial success at a beachside restaurant in Italy mainly due to her mastery with the pizza oven, as she is one of Italy’s few professional female pizza makers working with a wood burning oven. Chef Luana's old world recipes and techniques find new life in her classes with quality ingredients and genuine flavors.
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Chef James
Bay Area
Chef James' true passion in life is cooking. There's almost nothing he loves more than throwing dinner parties and curating wonderful and creative dishes completely from scratch. He offers a variety of cooking and catering services, including cooking class parties, private dinners and catered events, and features Italian and Spanish-inspired dishes of the highest quality, using locally grown and artisan ingredients.
| 355 Reviews
Chef Aaron
Austin
Previously a chemical engineer, Chef Aaron left his job to purse his true passion and enrolled in culinary school. He graduated from Le Cordon Bleu, is now teaching at a culinary school and works as a private chef with his own company. Chef Aaron's hospitality is unmatched as he offers classes out of his home, showcasing fresh herbs, seasonal fruit, and pastured eggs gathered from his 1,000-square-foot garden and greenhouse.
| 218 Reviews
Chef Federico
Philadelphia
Chef Frederico has had a strong passion for cooking since he was a teenager, beginning his culinary career working as a waiter and as a manager in the restaurant business in his home country of Italy. Chef Frederico then came to the U.S. and his culinary career continued to reach new heights. Now, he is sharing his skills, knowledge, and gastronomic prowess in an array of incredible and delicious culinary experiences!
| 180 Reviews
Chef Laura
San Diego
Chef Laura has an incredible culinary résumé that includes graduating with honors from the International Culinary Center. Previously, a caterer and chef instructor, Chef Laura currently hosts fun and exciting cooking classes where she shares her sharp culinary knowledge and techniques. She knows exactly how to prepare a menu using optimal seasonal ingredients that bring out the best aromas and flavors for a truly beautiful dish, so prepare to up your cooking game!
| 163 Reviews
Chef Jordan
Washington, D.C.
For Chef Jordan, cooking is truly an art form. He learned how to combine various flavors and aromas in a captivating way from several professional experiences, including at Eleven Madison Park, a three-star Michelin restaurant in New York, and experiencing the Spanish culture that helped him develop his own style of food. Chef Jordan, who has worked as a chef for many years, plans to spend the rest of his life learning new techniques and cooking styles.
| 129 Reviews
Chef Harold
Boston
While building 16 years of experience in sushi restaurants, Chef Harold developed a diverse style of cooking. He is inspired by the world around us — from traditional Japanese sushi techniques to local farmers market finds — and brings it all to the table. He loves hospitality and brings soul, magic and logic into your cooking as he drives you toward personal mastery and becoming your best self in the kitchen.
| 384 Reviews
Chef Fumiko
Seattle
Chef Fumiko was born in Japan and learned the art of sushi making at Tokyo Sushi Academy. She is also a certified sake sommelier and a graduate of the Sake Service Institute of Japan. Chef Fumiko creates healthy, Asian-style food and believes that anyone can cook amazing food if they are willing to learn. Boost your cooking skills and knowledge of Asian cuisine in Chef Fumiko's kitchen.
| 131 Reviews
Chef Marty
San Diego
The cuisine of Tuscany has its roots deep in the countryside where the ingredients are plentiful and are brought to market fresh daily. The recipes are simple and have survived the test of time. We put our history of beautiful skin, creative minds and wellness on the table, and this history is still alive today! I was trained by my grandmothers in Tuscany, and I can teach you to quickly prepare fresh, quality meals that are delicious and nutritious.
| 117 Reviews
Chef Pierre C.
Los Angeles
Chef Pierre was born in France and spent 12 years studying cooking there as well as one year studying in Italy. He has worked with some of the top chefs in the world, including Chef Alain Ducasse. Chef Pierre is an expert with all types of fish and meat, and can also make great sauces and desserts. He has been a chef instructor and executive chef for many years, and has even cooked for four United States presidents. Chef Pierre's style of teaching is from the heart.
| 116 Reviews
Chef Francesca
Los Angeles
Born and raised in Sardinia, Italy, Chef Francesca discovered her passion at a young age. She loves to cook traditional Sardinian and Italian food while using traditional techniques and high-quality ingredients when handcrafting classics, like homemade pasta, sauces and desserts.
| 351 Reviews
Chef Shailini
Boston
Chef Shailini was born in Nepal, and with her father being a well-known diplomat, the family lived all over the world. A life long educator, Chef Shailini taught at both Boston University and Northeastern University earlier in her career, and while she enjoyed that a great deal, she is currently living her true passion at several well-known Boston institutions teaching people how to cook food that is both nutritious and delicious. Chef Shailini also does a great deal of volunteer work.
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How much does a private chef in Lake George cost?
The cost of a private chef for a dinner party in Lake George usually falls between $59 and over $100 per person. This varies based on group size, menu selections and event details with a tiered pricing structure. Using seasonal ingredients such as fresh Adirondack trout or locally grown produce may influence the cost. Prices can also differ between neighborhoods like Bolton Landing, Diamond Point or near the lively Canada Street dining district. You can hire a chef for the night in your own home or vacation rental for an unforgettable private chef experience. Check the per-person starting price on each experience page or connect with our Concierge team to learn more.
What is included when you hire a chef for the night?
When you hire a chef for the night in Lake George you get a complete private chef experience from start to finish. Your chef will handle the shopping, bring any specialty equipment, prepare each course, serve your guests and take care of all cleanup leaving you free to relax. Whether you’re in a lakeside home in Bolton Landing, a cozy cabin near Diamond Point or a vacation rental in the village in home chefs for a dinner party create menus inspired by the Adirondacks’ seasonal bounty. From chefs to cook at your home to catering for intimate gatherings our Lake George chefs make every meal memorable.
What are the most popular cuisines with private chef experiences?
Lake George private chefs offer a range of cuisines perfect for any occasion. Enjoy Surf & Turf featuring fresh local seafood and prime cuts, Italian inspired by nearby Albany’s restaurants, Asian dishes including hibachi catering and American Contemporary menus made with Adirondack ingredients. Some chefs provide Michelin-star-caliber menus for a truly special night at your own home or vacation rental. Whether in Bolton Landing, Diamond Point or downtown Lake George, in home chefs deliver seamless, memorable private chef experiences.
How do I hire a chef or rent a chef?
Hiring Lake George chefs to cook at your home or vacation rental is simple. Visit the Private Chef section on the Cozymeal website and enter Lake George to browse available in home chefs for a dinner party. You can explore menus featuring everything from fresh Adirondack seafood to hibachi catering and seasonal American Contemporary dishes. Once you select your preferred private chef experience and set your date you’re almost ready to enjoy! If you don’t find the perfect menu or date don’t worry our concierge team is available to assist with customizations, alternate availability and the cost of a private chef for a dinner party.
How much should I tip my private chef?
Tipping your private chef in Lake George is completely optional though it’s always appreciated for exceptional service. Whether you're enjoying a private chef for a dinner party in Bolton Landing, Diamond Point or your lakefront vacation rental a gratuity of 10–25% of the total experience cost is a thoughtful way to show your appreciation. Many Lake George chefs have backgrounds in high-end resort kitchens or farm-to-table restaurants around the Adirondacks and they bring that same care and skill when they cook at your home.
Where do the experiences take place?
Your private chef experience in Lake George can take place wherever suits you best. Whether you're hosting a dinner party in your own home, a vacation rental near Bolton Landing or a lakefront property in Diamond Point, chefs can cook on-site as long as there’s a clean, functional kitchen available. Some guests even choose to hire a chef for the night at a local event space. Lake George chefs are familiar with the area's unique layout and can easily accommodate gatherings across the region. Whether it’s an in home chef for a dinner party or chefs to cook at your home we make it effortless.
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