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Luxe Culinary Affair: Michelin At-Home Dining by Chef Danny Boylen

About this Experience

What you'll do:

Step into an elevated dining experience within the comfort of your own home (or desired venue) as CE Sauté transforms your space into “the best table in town.” Whether you’re hosting a cocktail soirée, a seated dinner, a wine‐tasting gathering, or a lively backyard BBQ, CE Sauté tailors every detail—from menu design and sourcing to service and presentation—to your occasion and your preferences. The philosophy is simple: bring culinary elegance, creative flair, and ease to your event, so you can enjoy the party as much as your guests. Expect artfully crafted Michelin lvel dishes, expert pairing of beverages, and a warm, refined service style that elevates your gathering without turning it into a formal affair.

Why we love it for your party:

  • Tailored menus (Custom-designed around your tastes, theme, and dietary preferences for a one-of-a-kind dining experience)

  • Restaurant-level quality at home (Enjoy Michelin-level cuisine prepared and plated in your own space)

  • Effortless hosting (CE Sauté handles everything—from sourcing to service—so you can relax and enjoy your event)

  • Versatile vibes (Perfect for intimate dinners, lively cocktail parties, elegant wine tastings, or casual backyard BBQs)

  • Professional service team (Expect warmth, polish, and a refined yet relaxed atmosphere for you and your guests)

About this experience partner:

Meet Chef & Owner Danny Boylen, a seasoned culinary professional who turned his childhood passion for cooking into Washington, DC’s premier personal-chef service. According to his biography, Danny began cooking at the age of four by making breakfast in bed for his mother—and he hasn’t stopped since.

He has served in leadership roles at notable venues, including 1910 Restaurant, Butterfield 9, Bossa Bistro & Lounge, and Notti Bianchi—where he earned a RAMMY award and a nomination for a prestigious book award. Danny is also an Advanced Sommelier, which means the beverage side of any event is handled with as much care as the food. He’s published a cookbook titled An (in)Appropriate Amount of Butter, a testament to his style: playful, artful, and rooted in serious technique.

With Danny at the helm, your event becomes a seamless blend of comfortable luxury, high culinary standards, and personal warmth.

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Location

Washington, DC

Pink house with orange roof

Stay right where you are because this party's coming to you!