At Home Personal Chef Dining
Flavor That Tells a Story
Memorable, fun, upscale dinner experiences in the comfort of your home. Our 5 course travel-inspired menus can be tailored to your individual preferences. Drawing on the finest kitchens, global travel, and creative event planning, we take care of everything so you can savor the evening with your guests.
Choose from several menu themes featuring five courses. Each menu can be tailored to your tastes and preferences.
ITALIAN INSPIRED
Sample Menu:
SIGNATURE COCKTAIL
Limoncello Spritz
APPETIZER
Pizza Sampling
SALAD
Bistro Salad with Crispy Prosciutto
MAIN COURSE
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Orzo
DESSERT
Dessert Pizza or Lemon Tarte
FRENCH INSPIRED
Sample Menu:
SIGNATURE COCKTAIL
French Martini
APPETIZER
Cheese Board of French Cheeses
SALAD
Bistro Salad with Peaches
MAIN COURSE
Chicken Florentine
DESSERT
Molten Chocolate Cake with Ice Cream & Raspberries
ALASKA INSPIRED
Sample Menu:
SIGNATURE COCKTAIL
Klondike Punch
APPETIZER
Roasted Tomatoes with Buffalo Mozzarella & Pesto
SALAD
Roquefort Pear Salad
MAIN COURSE
Heather’s Grilled Salmon
DESSERT
Denali Ice Cream Bars
Rich creates the menus, does the shopping, cooking and plating. Heather serves the cocktails, wine and each course. We both do cleanup while having a glass of wine!
Heather Wayt & Rich Nickel
What Our Clients Say
“We look forward to every meal you serve. It’s always fantastic.”
– M.B., Glen Ellyn
“The salad was a nice use of fresh ingredients with excellent dressing. Pizzas were nicely done. Cocktails a good choice. Our guests were thrilled and felt like they were pampered. We can’t wait for you to do another party at our house!”
– M.L., Wheaton
The Experience
Every dining event includes everything from planning to cleanup.
Pre-Planning Consultaion
We design a custom culinary experience based on your chosen menu theme, home setting, and guest preferences. We will meet with you in your home to discuss scheduling, guest list, serving dishes, glasses, etc.
Full Meal Preparation
In your kitchen, we do all the cooking, plating, and serving. All you have to do is relax and enjoy time with your guests.
Shopping
We shop for fresh, high quality ingredients at local markets and grocery stores. Wherever possible we use farm-to-table balancing seasonal ingredients with inventive presentation.
Five Courses
Each dinner includes:
Signature Cocktail
Appetizer
Salad
Main Course
Dessert
Invitations, Place Cards and Menus
We create custom invitations, name cards and menus. You can send the invitations via email to your guests, or we can provide printed ones for an additional nominal fee.
Cleanup
While you’re enjoying your desserts and another glass of wine, we clean up the kitchen so you don’t have to face that chore in the morning.
Your Questions, Answered
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies?
Absolutely. During the consultation we collect necessary dietary information and craft alternative dishes that keep every guest safe and satisfied.
What is the minimum/maximum guest count you serve?
We provide intimate dinners for 4 to 10 guests. Share your headcount and we’ll scale the menu accordingly.
How does your billing process work?
Once we finalize the scope of service, you receive an itemized proposal outlining menu selections and any add-ons. Following your approval, we request one half upfront paid via Zelle or Venmo. The balance is due the day of the event.
Do you do other events besides dinners… like a brunch?
Absolutely! Whatever your event, we can help make it special. We do brunches, cocktail receptions, baby showers, retirement parties and more. Contact us to tell us your wishes and we can make it happen!
Do you have any Premium Add-ons?
Yes. For additional fees, we can provide wines and wine pairing suggestions, custom decor & floral, and ballroom dancing lessons.
Let’s Plan Your Event
Call or text Rich: 630-930-9715
Email: richnickel@me.com
Fill out the form to share your ideas, guest count, and preferred dates. We’ll get back to you to schedule a complimentary consultation.
