Private Chef Experiences

Private chef and full-service dining experiences begin with a $1,500 minimum investment.


Once the minimum is exceeded, pricing is generally based on the selected dining experience and guest count.

Signature Dining

Starting at $165 per guest


Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, vacation dinners, family gatherings, girls' weekends, and intimate celebrations. Signature experiences may include thoughtfully curated appetizers, entrées, accompaniments, dessert, on-site preparation, presentation, and cleanup.

Luxe Dining

Starting at $195 per guest


Designed for celebrations that call for a more elevated menu and presentation. Luxe experiences may feature premium seafood, upgraded appetizers, multiple entrées, elevated accompaniments, specialty desserts, and enhanced service.

Reserve Dining

Starting at $225 per guest


Our most elevated private dining experience. Reserve menus may feature premium selections such as filet mignon, beef tenderloin, Chilean sea bass, fresh grouper, snapper, lobster, scallops, specialty seafood, multi-course menus, and plated service.

Premium and market-priced ingredients may affect final pricing.

Experiences

Private Brunch Experiences

Private brunch experiences begin at a $1,250 minimum investment.

Popular selections may include:
Eggs Benedict • Shrimp & Grits • Chicken & Waffles • French Toast • Breakfast Potatoes • Bacon • Seasonal Fruit • Pastries • Grazing Displays

Optional enhancements may include mimosa bar setups, Bloody Mary bar setups, waffle boards, charcuterie, and specialty beverage stations.

Alcohol is typically purchased by the client unless otherwise arranged.

Cocktail Parties & Heavy Hors d'Oeuvres

Cocktail-style experiences begin with a $1,500 minimum investment.

Selections may include:
Petite Crab Cakes • Shrimp Skewers • Beef Crostini • Chicken Skewers • Deviled Eggs • Tea Sandwiches • Grazing Displays • Charcuterie • Petite Desserts • Seasonal Small Bites

Menus are customized based on the style and size of your event.

Full-Service Catering

Full-service catered events begin with a $1,500 minimum investment.

We offer buffet, family-style, cocktail-style, and select plated service for:
Birthdays • Anniversaries • Family Reunions • Engagement Parties • Showers • Corporate Events • Retreats • Vacation Gatherings • Celebrations

Final investment is based on guest count, menu, staffing, service style, equipment needs, and event location.

Weddings & Specialty Events

Wedding and specialty event services begin at $2,000.

Because every wedding and large celebration is different, proposals are customized based on:
Guest count • Menu • Service style • Staffing • Rentals • Event duration • Venue requirements • Travel • Specialty requests

Drop-Off Catering

Drop-off catering begins at $750.

Drop-off services are ideal for clients who would like professionally prepared food without full on-site chef service.

Pricing is based on menu selections, quantity, packaging, delivery location, and setup requirements. Staffing, rentals, extended setup, and cleanup are additional unless specifically included in your proposal.

Menu Collections

Choose from one of our curated menu styles or allow Chef Xylina to create a customized experience for your celebration. Popular menu inspirations include:

Coastal Amelia

Fresh seafood, seasonal vegetables, coastal flavors, and elegant accompaniments.

Caribbean Nights

Jerk flavors, tropical seafood, plantains, coconut rice, and island-inspired favorites.

Low Country Table

Shrimp and grits, Southern sides, fresh seafood, and comforting Low Country flavors.

Southern Luxe

Classic Southern favorites presented with an elevated touch.

Italian Table

Italian-inspired appetizers, pastas, chicken dishes, salads, and traditional desserts.

Steakhouse at Home

Premium beef, seafood, steakhouse sides, and decadent desserts.

Brunch on the Island

Southern and coastal brunch favorites with optional grazing and beverage enhancements.

Custom menus are always welcome.

What's Included?

Depending on your selected experience, your investment may include:

  • Menu planning and customization
  • Ingredient sourcing
  • Food preparation
  • On-site chef service
  • Basic food presentation and setup
  • Buffet, family-style, or plated service
  • Chef-used kitchen cleanup and reset
  • Coordination of meal timing

Your individual proposal will clearly outline everything included in your experience.

Enhancements

Additional enhancements are available and may include:

  • Additional entrées
  • Passed hors d'oeuvres
  • Premium seafood
  • Filet or beef tenderloin
  • Lobster
  • Grazing and charcuterie displays
  • Dessert assortments
  • Beverage stations
  • Additional staffing
  • Rentals
  • Specialty décor and presentation elements

Enhancements are priced according to your event and selections.

Dietary Accommodations

We are happy to accommodate many dietary needs, including gluten-free, vegetarian, pescatarian, vegan, dairy-sensitive, low-sodium, and soy-free menus.


Please disclose all allergies and dietary restrictions before booking. Specialized menus requiring extensive substitutions or specialty ingredients may affect the final investment.

Booking Your Experience

A signed agreement and retainer are required to reserve your date.

A 50% non-refundable retainer is typically required at booking, with the remaining balance due prior to the event according to your proposal.

Availability is limited, particularly for weekends, holidays, and peak travel seasons.