What you'll do

A classically trained French chef arrives at your home or vacation rental and transforms your space into a private dining room, cooking a fully customized multi-course meal from scratch, plated and served just for your group.

• Choose your menu – Collaborate with Chef Julia ahead of time to design a multi-course dinner that fits your celebration's theme, dietary needs, and flavor preferences.

• Watch or jump in – Follow along as each course is prepared in your kitchen using fresh, locally sourced organic ingredients, or roll up your sleeves and cook a course alongside the chef.

• Sit down to a full restaurant experience – Each course arrives with thoughtful plating, presentation colors matched to your event, and the kind of timing you'd only get at a great restaurant.

• Celebrate without the logistics – From ingredient sourcing to full kitchen cleanup, everything is handled so your only job is to enjoy the evening with your guests.

• Raise a glass and stay in the moment – While courses come out of the kitchen, you stay at the table, drink in hand, fully present for the people you brought together.

This is the private chef San Diego experience that turns any home into the evening's best restaurant. Whether it's a birthday dinner, a bachelorette weekend, or an intimate family gathering, the night is designed entirely around you.

Why we love it for your party

• Fully custom menu – Every dish is built around your theme and preferences, not a preset template, so the food feels personal to your event.

• French culinary training – Chef Julia brings classical technique from Lyon to your kitchen, the kind of layered flavors and precise sauces that aren't achievable with most private dining options.

• Interactive or hands-off – Guests can stay at the table or join the chef in the kitchen, making it equally great for a relaxed dinner party or a group that wants a more engaging, participatory evening.

• Complete setup and cleanup – All ingredients, cookware, and table setup arrive with the chef, and the kitchen is left clean when the evening ends.

• Works for groups of all sizes – Priced per person with a party minimum, the experience scales comfortably from an intimate couples' dinner to a larger celebration group.

About this experience partner:

French Chef At Home brings the charm of European fine dining directly to you. Founded by Chef Julia Shelley, a classically trained French chef from Lyon, the experience blends authenticity, artistry, and hospitality. Whether it’s an intimate dinner, birthday celebration, or bachelorette weekend, each menu is tailored to your theme and preferences, crafted with fresh, organic ingredients and a touch of French sophistication. Expect restaurant-quality plating, an engaging culinary experience, and a memorable night shared with friends and family.

Additional information

• All ingredients, cookware, serving equipment, and table setup are provided; guests do not need to supply anything.

• Setup typically begins 2–3 hours before the scheduled meal time; the chef will coordinate arrival details directly.

• Most dietary restrictions and food allergies can be accommodated with advance notice at the time of booking.

• Events where alcohol is served must comply with local regulations; guests must be 21+ to consume alcohol.

• Travel fees may apply for locations outside central San Diego or Las Vegas; confirm with the partner at booking.

• Full kitchen cleanup is included at the end of the experience.