Private Chefs in Santa Barbara
Best private chefs in Santa Barbara for your next dining experience.
Starting at $59 per person!
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Mediterranean Gourmet SoirГ©e
$129
Private Chef Meal
$129
Experience the rich tastes of the Mediterranean, expertly prepared just for you. Indulge in a private chef meal that brings the best flavors of the Mediterranean coast to the comfort of your home. Your expert Chef Tim will craft a refined three-course menu to make an evening with your loved ones even more...
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Chef Tim
Serving the Santa Barbara area
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Elegant Southern Seafood
$109
Private Chef Meal
$109
Southern flavors are on full display from start to finish in this elegant menu. In this private chef meal, enjoy gourmet Southern seafood prepared with care by Chef Pamela for you and your guests. You'll begin your meal with oysters vol-au-vent: Tender puff pastries topped with creamy oysters. For the main...
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Chef Pamela
Serving the Santa Barbara area
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Little Italy in Your Home
$139
Private Chef Meal
$139
Transform your home into a fine Italian restaurant for an evening to share with your loved ones. Treat yourself to a private chef meal where Italian culinary excellence is brought directly to your home. Five star Chef Tim curates an enticing four-course menu that promises to transport you to the Roman...
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Chef Tim
Serving the Santa Barbara area
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Cajun Sophistication
$109
Private Chef Meal
$109
Chef Pamela combines classic French and bold Cajun cooking in this elegant menu. In this private chef meal, Chef Pamela highlights vibrant Cajun flavors with a touch of sophisticated European flair. Begin with bright shrimp and corn chaudrГ©e topped with crispy bacon. The main course is a creamy Cajun...
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Chef Pamela
Serving the Santa Barbara area
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Sizzling Steakhouse Delights
$139
Private Chef Meal
$139
Experience premium steakhouse inspired dining with expertly prepared, mouthwatering cuts and exquisite sides. Enjoy a private chef meal that brings the elegance of steakhouse dining to your home. Chef Tim, a culinary artisan, will guide you through preparing a sophisticated four-course menu.
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Chef Tim
Serving the Santa Barbara area
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Southern Italy Specialties
$99
Private Chef Meal
$99
Savor a meal that celebrates the culinary heritage of Italy's historic southern region. Taste the unique culinary character of Southern Italy in a private chef meal with Chef Pamela. It's a voyage beyond the familiar flavors you're used to in Italian dining. You'll enjoy a classic Caesar salad and lobster fra...
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Chef Pamela
Serving the Santa Barbara area
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French Bistro Meets California Coast
$139
Private Chef Meal
$139
The best of French cooking and California produce meet for this farm-to-table meal. Old world meets new in this French California fusion private chef meal with Chef Mickael. Begin with a fresh Caesar salad and homemade croutons followed by savory crab cakes with chipotle crema and avocado corn salsa. Next,...
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Chef Mickael
Serving the Santa Barbara area
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International Vegan Delights
$109
Private Chef Meal
$109
Enjoy big, sophisticated flavor in this meat-free, vegan meal with Chef Mickael. Enjoy a vegan feast from around the world in this farm-to-table private chef meal with Chef Mickael. Discover delightfully creamy butternut squash soup with coconut milk before you indulge in a sumptuous buddha bowl with quinoa,...
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Chef Mickael
Serving the Santa Barbara area
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Rich French Feast
$139
Private Chef Meal
$139
Fill your home with the elegant yet rustic essence of a French bistro. Immerse yourself in sophisticated French cuisine from the comfort of your home in this private chef meal with Chef Mickael. First, discover wild mushrooms braised in a sauce made from wine and fresh herbs, enveloped in a buttery puff pastry....
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Chef Mickael
Serving the Santa Barbara area
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FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Santa Barbara
How much does a private chef in Santa Barbara cost?
Hiring a private chef in Santa Barbara comes at a range of costs, depending on the occasion, the number of guests and the menu chosen. The cost of a private chef for a dinner party in Santa Barbara can range from $99 per guest on the low end to $139 or more plus tax on the high end. Guest limits for each experience will help you determine what your total price will be. You’ll also be providing beverages for your guests, an additional cost to consider. With tip included, you may pay anywhere from a few hundred dollars for an intimate gathering to a thousand dollars or more for a larger affair.
What is included when you book a private chef in Santa Barbara?
Booking a private chef in Santa Barbara includes the ingredients, the service, the cooking and cleaning up after the event. Your chef will arrange a handcrafted menu of gourmet dishes, often prepared to your specifications. Depending on the event, hiring a private chef for a 2.5- to 3-hour dinner party in Santa Barbara may include something different than hiring a private chef for a romantic dinner for two. Drinks are not part of the package; the hosts are required to provide any liquor, wine or soft drinks for their guests separate from the food. Most significantly, when you arrange for a private chef in Santa Barbara, you get the talents of a premier local cook creating five-star dishes for you to enjoy in the comfort of your own home.
What are the most popular cuisines with private chefs in Santa Barbara?
Seafood specialties, Mediterranean menus and steakhouse spreads all top the list of popular cuisines favored by private chefs in Santa Barbara. With an array of shore- and farm-to-table ingredients readily available and a locale that inspires an appetite for rich yet healthy fare, it’s easy to arrange a private chef experience in Santa Barbara with flavors that reflect the landscape. There are also private chefs in Santa Barbara who favor classic modes like Parisian bistro, gourmet Italian and exciting Mexican dishes that make for fun themed experiences. Some meals can be customized for the occasion, with the chef letting the host select dishes from a list to decide the final menu and give their own spin to the chosen cuisine.
How do I hire a private chef in Santa Barbara?
Hiring a private chef in Santa Barbara is as simple as honing in on a menu you love, selecting a date and guest count and booking your experience. With prepared experiences ready for scheduling, private chefs around the city will sometimes meet you halfway, allowing you to select an experience from a list of specialties, specify the number of guests and help customize the menu. In this format, you can consult the listing for the dinner you’re interested in and complete an online form with the details. Your private chef will reach out to discuss the event and make final arrangements. If your event requires something more extensive than what you find listed, you can reach out to concierge services to explore customized options.
How much should I tip my private chef?
When tipping private chefs in Santa Barbara, the general rate is between 15% and 20% of the total cost of the meal — similar to tipping at a restaurant. Depending on the level of service, any extra trouble taken and the rapport you may have established with your chef during the event, you may choose to tip higher than 20%. You may also find that tipping your in-home chef in Santa Barbara adheres to a different standard, based on prior experiences you or others you know may have experienced. The most important thing to consider when deciding how much to tip your private chef in Santa Barbara is to factor the amount into your overall expense.
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Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
chef Will Be Wearing a Mask (Upon Request)
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.