Private Dinner
Multi-course tasting menus prepared in your kitchen and plated to order. Best for anniversaries, proposals, birthdays, and intimate dinner parties of 2–12 guests.
Plated, multi-courseFrom $650 per event
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Private dining
Tailored private chef services for San Diego
Whether it’s an intimate dinner for two, a multi-course celebration with family, a week of clean meals delivered to your kitchen, or a chef on call during your stay — every experience is built from the ground up around you.
Family-Style Event
Generous shared platters served at the table — perfect for family gatherings, milestone birthdays, and celebrations where the food is meant to be passed and enjoyed together.
Family-styleFrom $650 per event
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Meal Prep
Weekly chef-prepared meals tailored to your goals — clean, balanced, and built around dietary needs. Cooked fresh in your kitchen and stored ready to reheat.
WeeklyFrom $650 per week
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Traveling Chef
A private chef on call for the duration of your stay — vacation rentals, retreats, and longer trips along the San Diego coast. Daily menus shaped around your group and the rhythm of the trip.
TravelFrom $800 per day
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Final pricing depends on number of guests, menu selections, and location. The minimum booking fee for any private dining or event service is $650, regardless of guest count.
Every experience is built from the ground up around you.
An intimate dinner for two, a multi-course celebration with family, a week of clean meals delivered to your kitchen, or a chef on call during your stay — whatever you are planning, the menu starts with a conversation.
How it works
From first message to last course
01
Inquiry
Tell me about your event — date, guest count, occasion, and any dietary needs.
02
Custom Menu
I send a tailored menu proposal. We refine until every course feels right for you.
03
Event Day
I arrive early, shop for fresh ingredients, cook in your kitchen, and serve each course.
04
Clean Finish
Full kitchen cleanup before I leave. You get the experience without the aftermath.
Get started
Ready to plan your event?
Share a few details and I’ll come back with a custom menu and quote — no obligation.
Nikita BotbergPrivate dining · San Diego & Southern California