HOLIDAY PARTY CATERING IN CHICAGO WITH A PERSONAL PRIVATE CHEF

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

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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 Party Catering Transformed Into a Unique & Festive Fine Dining Experience by a Personal Private Chef in Chicago

We bring your vision to life, transforming your space into a festive dining experience that goes far beyond a typical holiday 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.

The Tradition of Sinterklaas 3 Course Dutch/Spanish Holiday Dinner
$ 180 per person*

Chef David Dequay's ravioli dish with mushrooms and chives

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

First
Creamy Shrimp and Pumpkin Soup (served tableside) Spanish Prawns, Saffron Rice Beans, Herb Pistou, Pumpkinseed Crackers

Entree
Grilled Beef Tenderloin Filet rubbed with roasted Garlic, and Rosemary, Aged Gouda Potato Croquette, Smoked Tomato, Spanish Olive, Charred Baby Romaine, Feuille de Brick
Spanish Paprika Sauce


Finale
Dutch Chocolate Tart with Almond Crust. Candied Chestnut and Rum Ice Cream, Fig and Pear Coulis

  • Minimum of 6 guests. 20 % fee to compensate service staff additional. Gratuity not included but always appreciated.

* 20% Service Fee to compensate staff additional. Gratuity not included but always appreciated. Minimum of 4 guests

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

Trio of Seafood Delights Savory Dill Coronet, Shrimp and Celery Root Remoulade Quail Egg, Lotus Chip, Salmon Caviar, Creme Fraiche, Pickled Red Onion Cucumber wrapped Tuna Tartare, Kumquat, Sambal, Micro Purple Basil

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


Baked Alaska Terrine, flambeed Tableside Chocolate, Bananas Foster, and Pandan Ice Cream filled with Genoise Cake , Raspberry/Keffir and Passion Fruit Sauces

Family Style Turkey Feast
$ 140 per person*
Children 12 and under $ 65 per person

Plated on your China with your Table Decor
Rinse and load your China and Serviceware
Family Style Platter and Serving Utensils provided by our Team
Leave your Kitchen Cleaned and Sanitized


Menu

Choice of Cream of Pumpkin and Shrimp Bisque , Parsnip Bacon Biscuits or Spinach Salad, Warm Goat Cheese in Phyllo, Raisins, Roasted Shallots, Sherry Vinaigrette

Family Style Dinner
Roast Turkey Breast
Smoked Turkey Leg Roulade filled with Chestnut Forcemeat
Giblet and Rich Turkey Gravy
Cranberry Chutney
Whipped Potatoes
Caramelized Onion and Celery Root, Turkey Sausage Stuffing
Green Beans with Carrots
Sweet Potato Hash with Roasted Pistachios and Brown Butter

Finale

Apple and Caramel Tartlets Pumpkin Ice Cream in Maple Tuile

* 20 % Service fee to compensate staff added to price. Gratuity not included but alway appreciated. Minimum of 8 guests

Holiday Grazing Buffet
$ 230 per person*

Celebration champagne for holiday dinner party

Custom decorated Tablescape with matching Buffet Display Pieces provided by our Team.
Your Dining Plates and Serviceware.
Professional Serving Staff based on number of guests.
Rinse and load all your Dishware and Serviceware.
Clean and Sanitize your Kitchen
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Menu
Balinese Spiced Panko Coated Shrimp, Sambal Dipping Sauce.

Mini Cornmeal Aged Gouda Stroopwafels, Tomato Chutney.

Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Butternut Squash, Belgian Endive and Pear Salad with Banyuls Vinaigrette.

Creamy Cauliflower and Truffled Gouda Fondue, Artisan Breads and Vegetables for Dipping.

Duck Confit Mini Tamales, Roasted Red Pepper and Poblano Relish.

Carved Porchetta Roast Pork, Smoked Eggplant, Braised Chard, Rich Pork Jus

Wild Rice with Celery Root, Carrots, Chicken Cracklings, Thyme and Brown Butter.

Dutch Style Red Wine and Spice Poached Pears.

Phyllo Tart filled with Apples and Eggnog Cream.

Chocolate Yule Log with Chestnut Pastry Cream Filling.

Cassis Pate de Fruit.

* 20 % Service fee to compensate staff added on. Gratuity not included but always most appreciated. Minimum of 8 guests

  • 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.