In Home Personal & Private Chef for Fine Dining Experience in Sarasota, FL

Chef Melissa's Service and Pricing

My Cuisine

I am a professional Chef of 33 years bringing culinary expertise to your table, specializing in a wide range of cuisines. From classic French techniques, Mediterranean and American Coastal flavors to the vibrant freshness of the Pacific coasts, my Private Chef service is dedicated to creating unforgettable dining experiences tailored to your preferences.

My Approach

As a Sole Proprietor I prefer and mostly work by myself. I offer a menu that's full of freshness and flavor that takes time to perfect for each customer. My strengths are in organization, culinary studies & practice plus my own personal creativity & experience.

Extra table and bartending service is available by request.

My Services

I offer a warm detailed food celebration for my customers. While service style can change depending on the number of people & choice of menu , the food stays the same. Precise, thoughtful, fresh, exciting and fulfilling.

For more information on service & menu planning please contact me with your questions.

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Pricing & Service Information

4 Courses Dining Average Pricing

2-3 people - @ $500

4 People - @ $650

5- 6 People- @ $700-$850

7- 8 People- @$1000-$1100

10-12 People -$1200-$1400

13-20 People - $1500 & UP

I offer family style service for parties of 12 and up OR the addition of a server/bartender starting at $200

What about kids?

I have a kids menu that is an all inclusive price for food and service. If your kids would like to eat off the adult menu they will be charged as an adult if they are served. If you would like to take charge of servicing your child, we can negotiate a price that's fair for all for either menu. Please see the American Coastal dining page for kids pricing and otions.

Allergies and Special diets

All allergies will be cooked for separately to inusre the safety of your guest. Specific diet requests will be worked out with a phone consultation and agreement.

What's included in pricing and What's not included? This service is all about the freshness and food quality.

What is included in this price:

All the food, prepped & freshly cooked, prepared and served in your home.
Locally sourced foods in addition to high reputable and sustainable sourcing.
Chef's unique recipes prepared for your unique tastes.
All platters, serving utensils, napkins & at least 1 extra plate setting to accommodate extra courses.
Table service by Chef Melissa for parties up to 10 people.
Nice plastic plates if needed for extra courses and larger parties.

What's not provided in this pricing --

Beverage service is not included in the pricing or service. Bartending & extra beverage table service is available by request & extra fee.
Table decorations available upon request.
Plates & Silverware as a base will come from the home/rental home. As stated above, I will bring extra for up to one setting.
Extra tables and seating
Placemats, table-clothes & linen napkins ( I do bring nice paper dinner napkins)

Serving Anna Maria, Longboat Key, Siesta Key, Bradenton, Sarasota

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Chef Melissa's Service and Pricing

My Cuisine

My Approach

My Services

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Service and Pricing

Pricing & Service Information

My customers vary greatly and come from many different places. But they have one thing in common: A love for great food and good times together