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    Candlelit 5-Course Dinner with Personal Chef

    Turn your home into a candlelit dining room with the Elegant Evening Experience—a luxurious multi-course meal curated and served by your personal chef.

    $195/ person

    Duration

    2-3 hours

    Ideal For

    4-30 people

    Includes

    Chef, Local ingredients, Cleanup

    Highlights

    This offering is perfect for anniversaries, intimate celebrations, or when you simply want to elevate a night in with fine dining finesse.


    Featuring refined dishes like lamb lollipops, French onion soup, pan-seared grouper, and indulgent desserts such as espresso fudge brownies or Bananas Foster rum cake, each course is a crafted expression of flavor and style. Your chef handles everything from setup to cleanup, so all you need to do is pour the wine and enjoy.


    What’s Included

    1. A full four-course gourmet dinner prepared and served in your home
    2. Selection of appetizer, soup/salad, entrée, and dessert
    3. Seasonal and upscale ingredients, artfully presented
    4. White-glove level service with attention to detail
    5. Ideal for romantic dinners, small celebrations, or an elevated evening with friends


    Menu

    First Course (Select 1):

    1. Mint Julep Lamb Lollipops
    2. Bourbon BBQ Shrimp
    3. Tuna Tartare with sesame soy glaze and sriracha-lime aioli
    4. Louisiana-Style Crab Cakes with Creole tartar sauce


    Second Course (Select 1):

    1. Bourbon French Onion Soup
    2. She Crab Soup with crème fraîche
    3. Kalamata Caesar Salad
    4. Gulf Coast Bouillabaisse
    5. Classic Wedge with bacon and blue cheese
    6. Summer Citrus Salad with mango and goat cheese


    Third Course (Select 1):

    1. Grouper Oscar with herb potatoes and Choron sauce
    2. Raspberry Jalapeño Glazed Chicken with jalapeño cheese grits
    3. Roasted Filet of Beef with truffle chive whipped potatoes
    4. Snapper Provençal with wilted spinach and citrus basil


    Fourth Course (Select 1):

    1. Strawberry Shortcake with basil whipped cream
    2. Bananas Foster Rum Cake with vanilla bean ice cream
    3. Espresso Fudge Brownie with Kahlua caramel sauce
    4. Key Lime Pie with sweet & salty strawberries


    FAQs

    Q: Can this menu be customized for dietary restrictions?

    Absolutely. Your chef will tailor courses to accommodate dietary needs and preferences.


    Q: How formal is the service?

    This experience is designed for elevated, white-glove service—perfect for formal occasions.


    Q: Can wine or cocktail pairings be included?

    Wine pairing recommendations are available, and mixology services can be added by request.


    Q: What's the ideal group size for this experience?

    Best suited for 2 to 12 guests for an intimate, fine dining ambiance.


    Q: How long does the dinner last?

    Expect about 2.5 to 3 hours from first course to dessert, with seamless transitions between courses.

    Meet Emerald Coast Chefs

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    Chef Josh Champion, the founder of Emerald Coast Chefs, is a seasoned chef with over two decades of culinary experience. He began his career in New Orleans, honing his craft in various renowned restaurants before bringing his passion for food to Florida's Emerald Coast. Chef Josh focuses on using fresh, local ingredients to create unique, personalized dining experiences for his clients, ranging from intimate gatherings to larger events.

    How can we help?

    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    5.0 stars• 71 reviews

    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    71 reviews•Google Maps

    Chef Josh and his wife Natasia have turned private dining into a real highlight for visitors to the Emerald Coast. Guests consistently rave about the quality of the food, with the grouper, key lime pie with sweet-salty strawberries, and beef wellington bites earning particularly enthusiastic praise. The couple handles everything from customized menu planning to complete kitchen cleanup, making it genuinely effortless for groups. Beyond the culinary skills, people love the personable service—Josh often shares stories about the dishes and area while cooking, making it feel like an experience rather than just a meal. The reviews reveal a pattern of special occasions being elevated by their service, from bachelor parties to birthdays to wedding week celebrations. Many guests mention it became the standout moment of their vacation. Natasia makes the booking process smooth and flexible, accommodating dietary restrictions and even last-minute schedule changes. Several reviewers mention they've become repeat clients or joined a VIP membership program. For anyone considering restaurants versus a private chef during their beach stay, these reviews suggest Josh and Natasia deliver restaurant-quality food without the crowds and wait times.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    I hired Chef Josh from Emerald Coast Chefs to prepare our last meal of my bachelorette weekend. The whole process was easy and the food and experience was phenomenal!! I can't wait to visit the area and hire him again!

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    Jess Platts

    August 21, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I hired Chef Josh from Emerald Coast Chefs to prepare our last meal of my bachelorette weekend. The whole process was easy and the food and experience was phenomenal!! I can't wait to visit the area and hire him again!

    Photo of Jess Platts

    Jess Platts

    August 21, 2025

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