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As we pull ourselves out of the throws of what was likely the hardest few years of our lives - one thing is for sure - how we dine out and eat has changed forever.

As restaurants slowly try to deal with a broken supply chain and figure out how to operate with limited workers and food shortages, some might suggest that now is the most perfect time to plan your evening or party with a private chef instead.

Long are the days of waiting in line, of dealing with grumpy service staff members or having to send your food back. Rejoice! It is truly the moment we’ve all been waiting for - a chance to eat like we’re going out but stay at the comfort of our home or chosen location.

Here are top 5 reasons why a private chef is a perfect fit for your private dinner party with friends, celebrating special events with a chef.

Here are the top reasons private chef experiences are where it's at this post-pandemic summer.

Reason 1: No more reservations

How many times do you try to get into a restaurant and you call and call and finally when you get through you hear that, "Oh, I'm sorry. We don't have any reservations available this evening?"

That statement never feels good and next thing you know you're on the hunt to find another place to eat before the kids get hangry.

Well, when you book a private chef experience, that will never be a problem. You will have the date and space booked in advance and it will take the stress of trying to please your dining party and give you time and space to actually enjoy the evening (and the food).

The only reservation you might have to worry about is booking the chef for the day of the event. But with enough planning and diligence, that won’t be hard at all. And it certainly won’t be a last minute cancellation or “we stopped serving early” or “we ran out of that” situation.

Reason 2: Intimate spaces

Have you ever been to a restaurant with some of your favorite people. Maybe it was for a holiday party or your grandmother's birthday, and the rest of the restaurant was so loud that you couldn't even hear the person next to you? All too often that ruins what is supposed to be a special moment for you and your loved ones. But that will never be a problem with a private chef table experience. When you book with a private chef - it's just you and your guests and that's it. You won't have to worry about squeezing people in the last minute or dealing with crowds. Just sit down and enjoy conversation and some great grinds with your loved ones. Design the space to your liking, set up the tables and chairs in a way that you can really sit down and talk story with your group. Enjoy an intimate space that you created for you and your night.

Reason 3: You're in charge

We all have those vivid memories of going to a restaurant and having a horrible or rude waiter, food coming out late or cold, and nobody really giving a damn. We’ve all been there when we wanted to sit at a certain table but the waitress wouldn’t let us, or we wanted to add a sauce but the back of the house refused to make an addition. Those moments are always a bummer,but that'll never happen to you at your private chef table experience. Never. When you're in charge of the setting and work in a collaboration with the chef on your unique dining experience, you're surely never going to be disappointed. Forget your limitations and hire a chef for your next dinner party.

Reason 4: Cater to your Liking

Are you a picky eater or someone in your dining group is? Then booking a private chef or having a chef cater for you and your group will certainly satisfy more than just your taste buds. Work with a chef and his/her team and get a menu together that you all can agree on and walk away feeling confident in the evening you have planned. Whether you need a chef for a graduation party or a wedding, cater to your liking with a private chef experience.

All the party planner will need from you is a list of the ingredients you need, what kind of menu you would like, and any allergies of course. And then, let the chef work his/her magic while you and your guests enjoy the evening. Catering to your liking is probably one of the best parts of hiring a private chef. It’s all on you!

Reason 5: It's just better this way

Let's face it - COVID-19 has changed eating out forever. Even though we are slowly inching our way out of the madness, restaurants are stressful now more than ever. It's just better to plan an evening in your own way - from food to guests to services and more. That's the best part about booking an event or a party with a private chef - it's just simply better this way. And we are not just saying it because we're biased. We're saying it because it's true. Try one out for yourself and let us know how your experience goes. We look forward to hearing back from you.

That's our list of the top 5 reasons why booking with a private chef has gained so much popularity in the post-pandemic world. If you see a reason to book a private chef experience, then please let us know about it and let us help you. We are in connection with a plethora of talented chefs and would love to help you with your mission. Send us a message today. You can also contact us here on our website, or give us a call with any questions or concerns that you may have about booking your very own private chef experience.