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Menus & Pricing

Four dining styles. One menu built for your table.

Packages start at $120 per person; minimums vary by dining style. Every menu is designed with you before the event — no fixed set list, no off-the-shelf catering.

Example Menus

A taste of what your night could look like

Sample menus from past events — every menu is custom-built for your table, so treat these as inspiration, not a fixed list.

View sample menu 1Example family-style menu: salads, beef short ribs, pan-seared salmon, shared sides, and dessert
View sample menu 2Example family-style menu: Jamaican chicken soup, burrata salad, coq au vin, steak, and chocolate mousse cake
View sample menu 3Example family-style share plates menu by Chef Ricky with wine pairings
View sample menu 4Example Japanese menu: sashimi, sushi rolls, wagyu beef, miso chicken, and Japanese cheesecake

Ready to talk menus?

Send your date, guest count, and the flavors you love. Chef Ricky will come back with a menu direction and a full quote.

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What's included

  • Groceries

    Chef Ricky shops for every ingredient, fresh for your menu.

  • Equipment

    Specialty tools, pans, and plating essentials come with him.

  • Service

    Cooked fresh on-site and served to your guests.

  • Cleanup

    The kitchen is cleaned and left the way it was found.

What you'll need to provide

  • Kitchen space

    A working stove/oven and some clear counter space.

  • Fridge room

    A little fridge space for ingredients on the day.

  • Tableware

    Plates, cutlery, and glassware for your guests (ask if you need rentals).

  • Dining area

    Your table set-up — Chef Ricky handles the food.

Booking details

How much does a private chef cost?
Fine Dining starts at $175 / person (minimum 8 guests), the Global Fusion Tasting Menu at $195 / person (minimum 10), the Family-Style Buffet at $120 / person (minimum 20), and Small Gatherings of 2–9 guests are quoted per event. Groceries, equipment, cooking, service and cleanup are included.
  • Fine Dining (individually plated): 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 (2–9 guests): quoted per event.
What cuisines does Chef Ricky cook?
Jamaican-rooted Caribbean cooking blended with Italian, French, Japanese, Thai and Southern soul food. Every menu is custom-built for your event.
How many guests can you serve?
From intimate dinners of 2 to 9 guests up to large buffets for 20 or more. Each menu style has its own minimum guest count, listed above.
How does booking work?
Once you request a quote, we'll confirm your date, guest count, and preferences, then design a custom menu together before your event.
Do you cook for birthdays, anniversaries and bachelorette parties?
Yes. Birthdays, anniversaries, bachelor and bachelorette parties, dinner parties and holiday gatherings are the most common bookings. Chef Ricky builds the menu around the occasion and the guest of honour.
How far ahead should I book?
The earliest date the quote form accepts is 3 days out. Weekends and holidays fill first, so booking a few weeks ahead gives you the best choice of dates.
Do you offer wine pairings?
Yes. Chef Ricky spent two years at a Yorkville wine bar and can recommend a wine for each course. Tick the wine pairing option on the quote form.
Can you cater large events?
Yes. The Family-Style Buffet is built for groups of 20 or more, starting at $120 / person. Share your guest count on the quote form and Chef Ricky will plan the menu and service.
What do I need to prepare?
Just clear some fridge and counter space, and let us know your kitchen setup. Chef Ricky brings everything else — ingredients, equipment, and expertise.
What time does the chef arrive?
Chef Ricky arrives ahead of your event to prep, cook fresh on-site, serve, and clean up afterward — so you can fully enjoy your own event.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Absolutely. Every menu is built around your guests' preferences and any dietary needs, allergies, or restrictions.
What's your cancellation policy?
Booking fee
$250, non-refundable. Full payment confirms your date.
Cancel 14+ days out
Full refund, less the $250 booking fee and non-recoverable fees/taxes.
Cancel under 14 days
Full payment is forfeited.
Guest count changes
Reduce up to 14 days before; after that you're billed at the confirmed count.
Rescheduling
$250 fee if 14+ days out (subject to availability); within 14 days counts as a cancellation.
If the chef cancels
Full refund or a free reschedule — your choice.
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Fine Dining starts at $175 / person (minimum 8 guests), the Global Fusion Tasting Menu at $195 / person (minimum 10), the Family-Style Buffet at $120 / person (minimum 20), and Small Gatherings of 2–9 guests are quoted per event. Groceries, equipment, cooking, service and cleanup are included.

  • Fine Dining (individually plated): 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 (2–9 guests): quoted per event.

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