I found Chef D on Yelp and I'm sooo glad I did. I needed a private chef to help me create a special…read morenight for my small team of 6 people and he came through. Many other chefs were either too busy or didn't cater to small groups. Chef D and his mom, Evelyn, were so sweet. They offered a range of private chef/catering services that made it flexible for my group and our budget. We went with a Dinner Experience which consist of a choice of salad, entree, 2 sides, and dessert, all served family style. We also picked 2 appetizers that were delectable. For the entree, we went with Sous vide steak which was perfectly cooked. Sides were the Mac and cheese (must try!) and grandma's greens (also a must). Dessert we went with cannolis which was delicious but a little too sweet for my taste. Chef D noticed that one of us was lactose intolerant so he made a separate side just for my employee. That was super thoughtful. We had a lot of food leftover so some of us got to enjoy the meal more than once. 10/10 recommend D'jour for your private dinner.

We hired this private chef team led by Chef D and his wonderful mother for a bachelorette party,…read moreand they absolutely exceeded our expectations! From the very beginning, communication was prompt, professional, and easy. They arrived right on time, fully prepared with a clear plan and a fantastic team. The food was phenomenal--delicious, beautifully presented, and the portion sizes were perfect. Everyone left full and happy! Pricing was very fair for the quality and service we received. What really stood out was how well the team balanced professionalism with personality. They were fun, engaging, and added to the vibe of the evening. I would 100% work with them again and highly recommend them for any special occasion. They helped make our night unforgettable! Thank you Chef D and team.

Eva!!! The absolute BEST Chef in town! Not only does she get good food on the table, but she also…read morebrings the whole experience too!! Her personality and love translate into the whole event, elevating the experience. She has catered ALL our functions since the very first and has never dropped the ball, always bringing something new and exciting. 10/10 highly recommend!!!!

Best food in Austin period. Omg try everything. Eva is so wonderful and puts so much love into the…read morefood she makes for others. If you haven't checked it out please do! The beef with collards and rice and/or beans is my favorite, but the chicken and hot are amazing too. The Rolex's for breakfast lunch and dinner yummy. And damn best samosa I've ever had in my life. Period.

I got to attend a Whiskey dinner thrown by Leave it to Kievit and had such a good freaking time! I…read moreloved the feast of appetizers and all of the flavors. Chef Danny created some amazing small bites that jived really well with the tasting. He also interacts with the group and you can see how much this man really loves cooking! My ultimate favorite was his bread pudding. Drooling just thinking about it. I think dinner parties are way cooler than restaurants after this Whiskey dinner. Cheers to being a winner winner chicken dinner!

Danny cooked us and our friends an incredible meal during the holidays! His appetizers were…read moreamazing and the main course was nothing short of spectacular. The best part about having Chef Danny cook at your place was he makes everyone feel like they are part of the action! He educated and entertained us! Our friends have since had him back to cook for them at their house. Don't miss it!

Delicious! Chef Adam did heavy hors deouvres for a party we hosted, and they were all smash hits…read moreand gluten-free!

Brunch was phenomenal!!! He came to do brunch bfast during my bachelorette party - specifically for…read morea Pancakes & Panties Brunch - and everything served was super delicious!! Carbs were somewhat needed and he delivered!! Most scrumptious pancakes, super light & fluffy, incredible frittata with goat cheese and veggies that just melted in your mouth, bacon exactly how I like it cooked, and this homemade granola that everyone lusted after & kept going back for more!! There were at least 5 of us who searched the house high & low for the leftover granola, which outta tell ya. Everything was just divine!! You cannot go wrong hiring this chef for your personal event!! You'll be extremely happy and have an overly satisfied belly for sure.

Chef Steph is truly exceptional. We are vegan, and she has an incredible ability to transform any…read moremeal we choose into a thoughtful, elevated, and genuinely delicious vegan dish. Every single week we are blown away by the flavor, creativity, and care she puts into her cooking. Her meals are so good that we honestly no longer want to eat out. The food she prepares for us at home is consistently better than what we would order at restaurants, and that says everything. Each dish feels intentional, nourishing, and beautifully balanced, with just the right touches to make it feel special without ever being heavy. Every meal has been outstanding, and the consistency is what truly sets her apart. Chef Steph has completely changed the way we eat at home, and we feel incredibly lucky to have found her. If you are considering working with her, do it. You will not be disappointed.

I never thought I'd be able to justify the luxury of a private chef service, but I keep this…read moreservice as a lifeline in my back pocket for weeks that we just need a little extra help, like when the demands of parenting and working during a global pandemic seem extra burdensome. So far, we've had three appointments, and they've all been wonderful. For each one in advance, you choose the time/date for your chef, three entree items and three sides. The "sides" is a bit of a misnomer, as you can often make meals of these in themselves. They include salads, hot breakfast casseroles, pies, and more. Recipes range from Mongolian Beef to Shepherd's Pie, homemade granola bars, Thai Chicken salad, etc. I imagine if we did this weekly, the options might get monotonous, but doing it every once in a while works out well for us so that there are usually a few new options that appear the next time we're ready to book an appointment. For each item you'll see an estimate on how much extra it will add to your bill in groceries in addition to the base chef cost. The chef will stop at your local HEB to shop for your ingredients fresh right before your appointment. You pay a $35 deposit, which you can get refunded if you cancel the appointment by the stated deadline (and they send you frequent reminders -- they're not trying to pull one over). On average with tip and the cost of groceries, we usually spend around $225 for our family of four. The meals last us a while. Sometimes we share them with friends who could use an extra meal, or sometimes we freeze the leftovers. There are instructions for reheating, freezing, etc. As stated in other reviews the chefs are generally efficient and very tidy, leaving your kitchen looking spotless, with a huge amount of prepared food for you to enjoy (it's hard not to dive right in). Communication by text is great. During COVID, the chef has worn a mask during the appointment and the service has had very clearly communication about canceling in the event of COVID exposure, etc. I appreciate that they're taking it seriously. If I had a couple of critiques, it would be that whatever process gets communicated to the chef regarding ingredients might need to be streamlined. The past two appointments, our chef has had to make a couple of grocery store trips because he forgot items, and this prolongs the preparation process. I would also love to see a bit more variety to the menu options. It would be nice to have it broken down roughly by type of dish (seafood, beef, casserole, etc.) and price (budget friendly or special splurge). Other than those minor tweaks, we love the service, and I imagine we'll keep using it as occasional customers.

Chef Natalie was outstanding!…read more I used her services to cook dinner for my fiancé and her friends on her bachelorette party. Her friends are still raving about how awesome the meal was and most importantly how awesome Natalie and staff were. If you need breakfast, lunch or dinner served for a group, do not hesitate to book Natalie!

My wife planned a casual dinner party for my birthday with family and friends and received a…read morerecommendation to use Natalie as a caterer. My wife and Natalie worked the menu together discussing likes and dislikes and tweaking some of the dishes. Natalie arrived right when planned, quickly got setup and went straight to preparing the hors d'oeuvre and buffet dinner for 20 people. The ingredients were high quality and everyone thought the food was delicious. Natalie worked very hard the whole 5 hours she was here and left the kitchen clean. I highly recommend her and we will definitely be trying her for a more formal seated dinner party.

Hires this team for a work event and the food was fantastic. Punctual and professional and a great…read morespread. The swordfish was incredible! Thanks y'all

The food was excellent and cooked perfectly. The choice of hors d'oeuvres and entrées was exactly…read morewhat we wanted. Blake came, brought his own cooking, utensils, and pots, prepared all the food appropriately and dinner was served exactly on time. He cleaned up afterwards.

I used Celeste to complete a cleanse for about four weeks for a very specific diet. She did a…read morereally great job with the limitations I gave her and the food tasted great.

Celeste's food is both healthy and delicious. She did an amazing job delivering easy to heat,…read morehealthy meals for my family each week during an unexpected and lengthy kitchen remodel. Celeste was thorough in documenting our food preferences and making dishes that were accessible to an infant who wanted to feed herself. I would be remiss if I didn't mention a couple of our favorite dishes. My husband who doesn't like soup loved the Creamy Chicken Soup. And Celeste's greens were the best greens I've ever eaten. I think the Asian Kale was my favorite green side dish, but we liked every dish with greens that we received. My infant daughter loved the Beef & Liver Chili made with plums instead of tomatoes to make it nightshade free. By providing us with healthy and tasty meals customized to our tastes, Celeste made a stressful time in our lives much easier.

My first time here and will be back! JP gave an amazing shampoo and I'm so pleased with the cut I…read morereceived from Victoria. Everyone is very friendly and does not rush. Highly recommend.

Chef Shawna was wonderful! We did a seated dinner for 10 on Friday night and a birthday party for…read more40 on Saturday night. Both experiences were excellent. Food was great, service was great, cleanup...great! We all really enjoyed everything!

My wife and I had a wonderful private dinner prepared by Chef Zachary. He created a 4-course custom…read moremenu and really knocked it out of the park. 1st: Wild mushroom and leek galette, arugula, shaved Parmesan 2nd: herb ricotta (HOMEMADE) tortellini, brown butter, pancetta, Meyer lemon Main: crispy red snapper with roasted garlic chimichuri, chick pea, roasted red pepper, castlevetrano olives Dessert: sea salt and chocolate tart, espresso cream. We had to adjust our original plans due to Covid, but he was very flexible and worked with us to make an unforgettable evening. Check out some of the dish photos on his website...they are accurate! We hope to do business with him again in the future.

From the owner: Call today to book your next private event with a personal chef! I provide private dinner parties…read morewith a menu I put together especially for you and your guests. I also provide cooking classes, demonstrations, and paella dinners.