Plated dinner
Create a paced evening with each course served around the flow of conversation.
A private chef for your dinner party
Invite everyone. Stay at the table.
I plan dinner parties for private homes and suitable gathering spaces, with a menu, service pace, and kitchen plan built around the way you want to host.
About two minutes. No commitment. David reviews every request personally before confirming availability or pricing.
- Plated or shared formats
- Private homes and suitable event kitchens
- Custom menu conversation
- Direct review by Chef David
Designed around your gathering
Host the experience without running the kitchen.
David reviews the property, timing, guest mix, dietary needs, and service style before confirming fit, menu direction, or pricing.
Shared table
Use generous platters and bowls when warmth and movement matter more than formality.
Seasonal gathering
Let the time of year guide ingredients and menu direction without relying on a fixed package.
What the service can include
A complete plan for the table.
- 1
Planning brief
- 2
Menu and sourcing
- 3
Cooking and service
- 4
Agreed kitchen close down
Client feedback
Food worth gathering for.
Every event begins with a direct conversation about the people, place, and occasion.
“David catered our anniversary dinner and honestly the steak was better than any restaurant we've been to. He made the whole night feel special without being stuffy. Already booked him for my mom's birthday”
“David made my bridal shower brunch and the spread was absolutely stunning. Every detail mattered to him—from the plating to the timing. He treated it like it was his own family's event”
“David's Kitchen handled our company holiday party and the feedback was overwhelming. The short rib was the talk of the office for weeks. Professional, punctual, and the food speaks for itself”
Southeastern Connecticut & coastal Rhode Island
A dinner party should feel hosted, not managed.
David works through guest count, allergies, kitchen equipment, table space, desired pace, staffing, and the host’s priorities. That practical plan keeps the cooking visible only when it adds to the evening.
Before you inquire
Useful answers for a better first plan.
What is the difference between a private chef and drop off catering?
A private dinner usually includes on site cooking and a service plan shaped around the room. Drop off catering follows a different format and may be discussed when it better fits the event.
How many guests can you serve?
Most gatherings are planned for up to approximately 30 guests. Larger events become a manual review after the full brief is collected.
Can I see sample menus?
Yes. Sample menus show direction, not a fixed package or promise. The final plan depends on the event details.
When is the booking confirmed?
Only after David reviews the request and the written booking steps are completed. A form, chat, or tentative hold is not a booking.
A personal proposal starts with practical details
Share the date, place, and guest count.
David reviews every request before confirming availability, pricing, or booking details.