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Thanksgiving or Christmas Feast – Private Chef Dining Experience (Public Holiday Service)

$2,820.00

Traditional Thanksgiving or Christmas Feast with a Private Chef

Celebrate the holidays in true style with a chef-prepared feast designed to impress and delight. CHEFIN’s Private Chefs bring gourmet holiday dining straight to your home, office, or chosen venue — crafting a luxurious menu filled with seasonal ingredients, bold flavors, and festive warmth.

Whether you’re hosting a cozy Thanksgiving dinner or an elegant Christmas celebration, this all-inclusive feast is curated, cooked, and fully serviced by your private chef. Relax, connect, and enjoy every bite while we handle everything — from planning and shopping to cooking, plating, and cleanup.

The price is for groups of 6–10 guests and includes ten large, shareable dishes served family-style. If you’re hosting fewer than 6 or more than 10 guests, please inquire for a custom proposal.

What’s Included

  • 3 entrées, 3 sides, 2 salads, and 2 desserts — all designed for sharing

  • 1 Private Chef traveling to your location

  • Full kitchen-to-table service by your Personal Chef

  • All premium, locally sourced ingredients and seasonal produce

  • Shopping, preparation, cooking, serving, and complete cleanup

  • A multi-course menu customized to your preferences and dietary needs

  • Optional holiday table styling upon request

Scroll down to explore a few sample holiday menus.

Book in 3 Easy Steps

  1. Select Add to Cart

  2. Enter your event details

  3. Secure your reservation online

If you would like to book this package and add service staff or additional products please add this package to the cart and then go on to add the additional packages. In case you want a different package simply go back to the main shop page and view the rest of the Private Chef packages. 

Your menu will be fully customized by your Private Chef to suit your preferences and event style.


Menu examples

Example Menu 1 – “Coastal Harvest”

Passed Appetizers:

  • Prosciutto di Parma & cantaloupe skewers with fresh basil (GF, DF)
  • Zesty avocado & garden pea tartlet in a crisp shell (V)
  • Seared ahi tuna crudo with citrus tonnato & capers
  • Roasted peach & burrata crostini with basil oil (V)

Entrées / Main Courses:

  • Miso-glazed eggplant with sesame & lemon oil (VG, GF)
  • Slow-roasted harissa lamb shoulder with yogurt & sumac (GF)
  • Grilled halibut fillet with fennel-apple slaw & citrus dressing (GF)

Sides & Salads:

  • Cajun cauliflower steaks with scallions, pomegranate glaze & mint (VG, GF)
  • Roasted golden beets, arugula, sherry vinaigrette & toasted almonds (VG, GF)
  • Bulgur wheat with Medjool dates, dill, olive oil & cherry tomatoes (VG)
  • Mixed garden greens with maple vinaigrette & shallots (VG, GF)

Dessert:

  • Sticky toffee pudding with vanilla chantilly & salted caramel sauce (V)

Example Menu 2 – “Classic American Holiday”

Starters:

  • East Coast oysters with citrus mignonette & togarashi (GF, DF)
  • Classic shrimp cocktail with house-made cocktail sauce (GF, DF)

Entrées / Main Courses:

  • Honey-glazed spiral-cut ham (GF, DF)
  • Roasted turkey with truffle-mushroom wild rice stuffing (GF, DF)

Sides & Salads:

  • Crispy duck fat potatoes with rosemary (GF, DF)
  • Roasted seasonal vegetables with herb butter (GF, V)
  • Watermelon, feta & mint salad with lime vinaigrette (V, GF)
  • Greek-style salad with marinated feta & roasted beets (V, GF)

Dessert:

  • Chocolate tiramisu fudge cake (V)

Example Menu 3 – “Traditional Holiday Table”

Appetizers:

  • Warm focaccia with whipped cultured butter (V)
  • Grilled halloumi & arugula salad with cherry tomatoes (V, GF)

Entrées / Main Courses:

  • Honey-baked holiday ham (GF, DF)
  • Whole roasted turkey with herb butter & gravy (GF, DF)
  • Mini bacon-wrapped sausages (GF, DF)
  • Roasted vegetable pot pie with flaky pastry crust (V)

Sides & Salads:

  • Creamy mashed parsnips with port-cranberry reduction (V, GF)
  • Crispy rosemary potatoes (VG, GF)
  • Traditional sausage stuffing with caramelized onions (DF)
  • Spinach & egg casserole with roasted vegetables (V)
  • Baked mac & cheese with aged cheddar (V)
  • Buttermilk biscuits (V)
  • Roasted root vegetables with thyme (VG, GF)

Desserts:

  • Classic tiramisu (V)
  • Layered holiday trifle with sponge cake, custard & berries (V, GF available)

Example Menu 4 – “Mediterranean Feast”

Passed Appetizers:

  • Warm pita, olive oil, beet hummus, & za’atar lamb bites
  • Chicken kofta with lemon yogurt sauce (GF)
  • Corn fritters with whipped halloumi & chili jam (V)

Entrées / Main Courses:

  • Braised Colorado lamb shoulder with pearl couscous, roasted eggplant, & chermoula yogurt
  • Whole roasted snapper with herbs, chili oil & lemon yogurt (GF)
  • Spiced Cornish hen with turmeric cream, smoked corn salsa, & lemon labneh (GF)
  • Roast beef sirloin with wild mushrooms, Béarnaise, & roasted bone marrow (GF)

Sides & Salads:

  • Roasted cauliflower salad with tahini yogurt, golden raisins & chickpeas (V)
  • Maple-roasted acorn squash with whipped tahini, candied nuts & chili oil (V, GF)

Dessert:

  • Mediterranean dessert board: baklava, honey doughnuts, pistachio halva & Turkish delight (V)

Example Menu 5 – “Modern Coastal Celebration”

Passed Appetizers:

  • Cucumber rounds with creamy avocado, smoked salmon & chives (GF, DF)
  • Shrimp tartlet with caviar & lemon crème fraîche
  • Roasted red bell pepper crostini with whipped goat cheese & crushed walnuts (V, GF)

Appetizers / Starters:

  • Grilled shrimp & mango salad with avocado, mixed greens & chili-lime dressing (GF)
  • Watermelon & feta salad with mint, balsamic glaze & pistachios (GF, V)

Entrées / Main Courses:

  • Pan-seared halibut with lemon butter sauce & charred lemon (GF)
  • Slow-braised lamb shoulder with rosemary, garlic & red wine jus (GF)

Sides & Salads:

  • Grilled seasonal vegetables with lemon, toasted almonds & cranberries (VG, GF)
  • Mediterranean salad with cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, feta, olives & bell peppers (V, GF)
  • Crispy truffle-parmesan potatoes (V)

Dessert:

  • Deconstructed baklava with phyllo nest, vanilla ice cream & caramelized nuts (V)

CHEFIN Booking process

Next Steps

  • Please finalize your booking by paying in full. If you’re using bank transfer or EFTPOS, please make sure to use the order number as a payment reference.
  • After payment, CHEFIN will email you a booking confirmation and a calendar invitation. This will include a form to collect your specific needs/requirements.
  • Once you’ve completed the form and returned it to us, we will pair you with a chef when your booking is less than 3 weeks away, taking into account your needs and preferences.
  • Your assigned chef will create a unique menu tailored to your specifications, event, dietary requirements, and tastes.
  • You will have the opportunity to review the menu, provide feedback, and make any adjustments to the menu or event as needed.

Frequently Asked questions

What is the menu I will get for my event?

Your personal chef will custom tailor a menu for you when your booking is confirmed. We are 100% certain you will love your menu or we will return your money-back guarantee! Our Chefs LOVE to create dishes and every menu they construct is fully exclusive for your taste buds.

Can I select a specific Personal Chef for my event?

Once a booking has been secured & confirmed our sophisticated algorithm will take your preferences & match these with the available Chefs in your area. You will be presented a choice of Chefs, though during busy periods/last minute bookings you will be assigned a Chef to work with.

How does booking a Personal Chef work?

Once you book online with us you’ll receive a Booking Confirmation email with your order details & the next steps. You will need to fill in your dietaries, food preferences & desires and an algorithm will then identify and match you with the best-suited Chef who will tailor a menu for you.

Do you have chefs available to cook for my event?

Yes, we do, or your money back! Our team works tirelessly to ensure we have a diverse selection of personal chefs across the country and can meet every client’s request.

What do I need to prepare for my event?

You need to clear a space in your refrigerator (1-2 shelves), clear your kitchen counter, and show the chef around the kitchen and dining areas. Depending on your booking, you may need to prepare crockery, glassware, cutlery, and set the table if no wait staff are included in your event booking.

What time does the chef arrive on the day?

Your personal chef will arrive 1.5 hours beforehand with all the ingredients and begin preparing your dishes. Waitstaff will arrive separately. The team will take care of all the food and drinks (as advised). After the event is over, the team will clean the kitchen and event area before leaving you to enjoy the afterglow of a wonderful event.

Must-Have Thanksgiving or Christmas Dishes

No holiday table is complete without the classics — and your Private Chef will make sure every dish shines. Expect golden roast turkey with herb butter, glazed ham with maple and mustard, and buttery mashed potatoes whipped to perfection. Seasonal favorites like roasted Brussels sprouts, cranberry-orange relish, and truffle mac and cheese can also make an appearance.

Prefer something a little different? Our chefs can craft gourmet alternatives such as beef tenderloin, cedar-plank salmon, or a vegetarian Wellington. And of course — no feast is complete without dessert. Think pumpkin pie, pecan tart, chocolate soufflé, or warm apple crumble à la mode.

Your menu will be fully customized by your Private Chef to match your taste, dietary needs, and traditions.

How Does the Holiday Feast Experience Work?

How Does the Holiday Feast Experience Work?

Your Private Chef arrives at your home or chosen venue, prepares everything fresh onsite, serves each course, and handles all cleanup. It’s a seamless, full-service holiday dining experience designed so you can relax and enjoy every moment.

Can I customize the menu?
Absolutely. Your Personal Chef will design a menu around your tastes, family traditions, and dietary needs.

What’s included in the package?
Everything — ingredients, menu planning, cooking, serving, and cleanup. Your chef takes care of every detail from start to finish.

How long does the experience last?
Most Thanksgiving or Christmas Feast events run for about 3–4 hours, depending on the number of guests and courses.

Do I need a fully equipped kitchen?
A standard kitchen setup works perfectly. Your chef will bring any specialty tools or equipment required for your menu.

Can I book a Private Chef for a corporate holiday party?
Yes! Our Holiday Feast experience is ideal for company events, whether hosted onsite or at a private venue.

Are drinks included?
Drinks are not included by default, but we can arrange wine pairings or BYO beverage service upon request.

How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 2–4 weeks in advance to secure your preferred date and chef. We do accept last-minute booking upon chef availability.

Is there a minimum or maximum number of guests?
We cater from 2 guests up to 100+, scaling the menu and service team accordingly.

Can I request a specific chef?
Yes. You can browse our Private Chef profiles and request the one whose style best matches your preferences and event theme.

Why Choose a CHEFIN Thanksgiving or Christmas Feast?

Because this is more than just dinner — it’s peace of mind, beautifully plated.

With CHEFIN, you’re not just hiring a chef; you’re gaining access to a national network of vetted culinary professionals who specialize in private, high-touch dining. Every chef is background-checked, insured under our general liability coverage, and trained to deliver seamless service in any setting.

We take care of ingredient sourcing, logistics, and timing so your holiday runs flawlessly. No grocery lists. No dishes. No stress. Just a chef-prepared feast that tastes like home — elevated.

The Holiday Feast Is More Than Just a Meal

It’s the sound of laughter over shared plates, the warmth of family and friends gathered around the table, and the joy of savoring a moment you didn’t have to plan.

CHEFIN’s Holiday Feast is an experience — designed to bring people closer through food and connection. From the first appetizer to the final dessert, everything is prepared with heart, artistry, and a deep respect for your traditions.

Whether it’s Thanksgiving or Christmas, your Private Chef transforms your kitchen into a fine-dining space and your meal into a lasting memory.