HOLIDAY DINNER PARTY CATERER IN CHICAGO

Chicago’s personal/private chef plating up a memorable and elegant fine dining and catering experience for your holiday party this season

Chef David Dequay leans on a table smiling at the camera

I specialize in high-end, small-scale holiday events in Chicago, personally managing every detail of your dining experience and hand-preparing each course to ensure exceptional quality.

Your Holiday Dinner Gathering Transformed Into a Unique & Festive Fine Dining Experience by a Personal Private Chef in Chicago

We transform your space into a festive dining experience that goes far beyond a typical holiday dinner party. From the moment your guests arrive, they’re greeted by a warm, welcoming staff and thoughtful details that make them feel at ease. The beautifully set table invites them to relax and enjoy a memorable gathering, setting the perfect tone for a celebration filled with joy and connection.

My menus are thoughtfully crafted, blending traditional and global influences with a unique touch of Dutch and Indonesian inspiration. I prioritize seasonal ingredients, supporting local and small farms whenever possible.

Our warm, engaging, and professional staff ensures that both you and your guests feel relaxed and special throughout the event.

Every detail, from personalized presentation to custom menu cards, is designed to exceed your expectations. Booking is seamless, from start to finish, backed by my decades of experience in creating extraordinary holiday events. My approachable, respectful, and professional demeanor will put you at ease, so you can fully enjoy the experience.

HOLIDAY DINNER PARTIES

EXECUTIVE HOLIDAY GATHERINGS

NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER

SEASONAL GATHERINGS

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SPECIAL HOLIDAY DINNERS

Festive Holiday Three Course Dinner
$ 190 per person*

chef david de Quay beef tenderloin filet holiday dinner feature

Bottled Spring or Sparkling Water.
Plated on our teams China with your table decor.
Custom Printed Menu.
Professional Serving Staff based on number of Guests.
Warm Towel Service.
Hand wash and towel dry your China and Service ware.
Leave your Kitchen sanitized and sparkling.

Menu

Creamy Shrimp and Pumpkin Soup
Toasted Dutch Currant Bread with Coconut Shrimp Butter

Beef Tenderloin Filet with Mushroom and Herb Savory Streusel. Cornmeal and Paprika dusted Torta Espanola, Fava Beans with Root Vegetables, Rioja Red Wine Sauce with Serrano Ham

Duo of Holiday Eclairs……

Coconut with Chocolate Mousse and Bruleed Banana with Mirror Glaze

Hazelnut with Ruby Port and Quince Jam Filling, Pandan Glaze

Honey and Fig Whipped Cream

* Minimum of 6 guests. 20 % fee to compensate service staff additional. A 25 % staff fee is charged for bookings on 12/24, 12/25, 12/31 and 1/1. Gratuity not included but always appreciated.

Winter Solstice Gathering 5 Courses celebrating the Season
$ 350 per person *

Bottled Spring or Sparkling Water.
Plated on our teams China, with a beautiful Seasonal Table Scape
Custom Printed Menu
Professional Serving Staff based on number of Guests
Warm Towel Service
Hand wash and towel dry your China and Service Ware
Leave your kitchen sanitized and sparkling

Menu

Ahi Tuna Tartare‍ ‍‍ ‍

‍ Red Ginger and Keffir marinated with Avocado, Lemon Verbena, Micro Cilantro ‍

Lobster and Pumpkin Bisque Vanilla Oil, toasted Coconut Puff Pastry Twist

Smoked Duck Breast Ginger/Quince Sauce, shaved Butternut Squash and Apple Salad, Toasted Raisin Bread Croutons, Fig Gastrique

Roasted Beef Entrecote Potato Gnocchi, Spinach, Truffle Gouda Sauce, Crispy Parsnips, Balsamic Mushrooms with Italian Parsley
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Baked Alaska Terrine, flambeed Tableside Chocolate, Bananas Foster, and Pandan Ice Cream filled with Genoise Cake , Raspberry/Keffir and Passion Fruit Sauces

* 20% Service Fee to compensate staff additional. A 25 % service fee is charged on 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, and 1/1. Gratuity not included but always appreciated. Minimum of 4 guests

thanksgiving holiday meal catered by personal private chef in chicago

We had the absolute pleasure of having Chef David and his assistant Larraine cook a private dinner in our home for our wedding anniversary, and it was nothing short of amazing. From the moment they arrived, they were warm, friendly, and professional — and by the end of the night, it felt like we were hosting old friends rather than just a dinner service.

The menu Chef David created was exceptional from start to finish. We were welcomed with a chilled bottle of Veuve Clicquot, setting the tone for the evening. Every course that followed was perfectly balanced, creative, and beautifully presented — from the Beef Carpaccio Rice Paper Roll to the Cream of Jerusalem Artichoke Soup (that phyllo “cigar” with bacon was incredible!), to the Compressed Watermelon with Feta Cream and Balsamic Syrup, which was as refreshing and visually stunning as it was delicious. Each bite was thoughtful and perfectly executed.

The Grilled Beef Tenderloin Filet was cooked to perfection — tender, flavorful, and complemented beautifully by the Manchego polenta and pumpkinseed salsa. And the finale, a Coconut Rocher with Dutch Chocolate Cream and Tropical Fruit Compote, was the perfect sweet ending to an already flawless meal.

Not only was the food outstanding, but Chef David and Larraine were such a joy to talk with throughout the evening. Their passion for food and hospitality truly shines through in everything they do.

We can’t recommend Chef David highly enough — this was a 5-star experience in every way and the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion!
-Sean L.
David was incredible! He was extremely professional, and made it a comfortable and enjoyable experience from start to finish… a true master at his craft 10/10 would recommend. Oh Ya… his food was absolutely amazing and the presentation was on point!
-James H.
Meal was fantastic! David was great he arrived on time, was professional, and cleaned up after he was finished! Thanks for a memorable night!
-Bill F.
We recently had the absolutely pleasure of working with Chef David de Quay and his incredible team for a private dinner in Chicago, and the entire experience was nothing short of exceptional. One of our guests even said it was one of the best meals she's ever had. From start to finish, Chef David and his staff went above and beyond to create an unforgettable evening for some of our most important partners.

They handled every details with precision and care - from planning a beautifully curated menu to coordinating all of the rentals, setting up the tables with an elegant touch, and seamlessly breaking everything down at the end of the night. They level of professionalism and attention to detail was unmatched.

The meal itself was extraordinary - each course perfectly balanced creativity and flavor. Working with Chef David made hosting this event a dream. We cannot recommend him highly enough and only wish we were located in the Chicago area so we had the opportunity to collaborate more often.
-Eve S.