What does a private chef dinner party include?

Menu planning, groceries, equipment, on-site cooking, service and cleanup.

What do I need to provide?

A working stove and oven, some counter and fridge space, plus plates, cutlery and glassware.

Can you handle dietary restrictions?

Yes. Allergies and dietary needs are built into the menu from the start.

Dinner parties · Toronto & GTA

Dinner Party Private Chef in Toronto

Host the dinner party, not the dishes. Chef Ricky plans a custom menu, shops for every ingredient, cooks in your kitchen and serves your guests, from downtown condos to homes across the GTA.

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You stay at the table

Each course comes out on time, plated and introduced, while you stay with your guests. Groceries, equipment, cooking, service and cleanup are all included.

Pick a format

Plated Fine Dining from $175 / person (8+ guests), a Global Fusion tasting from $195 / person (10+), or a Family-Style Buffet from $120 / person (20+). Smaller dinners of 2–9 are quoted per event.

Menus that travel the world

Jamaican-rooted cooking meets Italian, French, Japanese, Thai and Southern soul food. Mix them, or keep to one cuisine all night.

Pricing

Fine Dining
Starting at $175 / person · Minimum 8 guests
Global Fusion Tasting Menu
Starting at $195 / person · Minimum 10 guests
Family-Style Buffet
Starting at $120 / person · Minimum 20 guests
Small Gathering Menu
Quoted per event · 2–9 guests

Included: groceries, equipment, service, cleanup. A $250 non-refundable booking fee applies.

Sample menu · Family-style

Family-style dinner

Seasonal salads
Braised beef short ribs
Pan-seared salmon
Shared sides
Dessert

Taken from a past menu. Your menu is built around your guests.

What guests say

5 from 6 reviews

“I booked Chef Ricky for my birthday party, and I couldn't be happier! The food was amazing, and he was so friendly and professional. My favorite was the Miso Chicken. It was my first time trying it, and WOW, it was delicious! I truly enjoyed the entire experience and would definitely recommend Chef Ricky to anyone looking for a great private chef. I'll absolutely be booking him again!”
Sam B. · Birthday
“Chef Ricky was amazing! Everything came on time, great communication, very friendly, food beautifully plated, perfect portion sizes, tasted delicious, kitchen was sparkling clean afterwards. No complaints whatsoever, would love to book him if we were to do this again.”
Court C. · Private Dinner
“Chef Ricardo was lovely to communicate and plan with. He was so patient and accommodating to what I needed for the night's meal. We had some dishes from his jamaican menu and they looked and tasted great and his wine pairing was perfect too! He was great company on the night, great to have conversation with and also gave us space to enjoy conversation amongst ourselves.”
Alyssa · Private Dinner

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Questions

What does a private chef dinner party include?: Menu planning, groceries, equipment, on-site cooking, service and cleanup.
What do I need to provide?: A working stove and oven, some counter and fridge space, plus plates, cutlery and glassware.
Can you handle dietary restrictions?: Yes. Allergies and dietary needs are built into the menu from the start.

Ready to plan it?

Share your date, guest count and dietary needs. Chef Ricky replies within 24 hours with a menu direction and a full quote.