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The Best Private Chef Services for Unforgettable Events

  • Looking for a unique experience? Let Chef Mike and Chef Darren make your dinner party an exclusive and cleanup-free evening.

  • Working with Chef Darren, you’ll develop a custom menu for your celebration. Christmas cocktail party that’s free of the stress of planning, shopping, cooking, and cleaning? You’ll love it.

  • Make your next celebration an unforgettable experience.

  • Running out of great gift ideas? In-home dinner parties are a client favorite.

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Your Bluffton, SC Private Chef

In-Home Dining Services In The Lowcountry

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Bring the elegance of fine dining to your home with a private chef in Bluffton, SC, who creates refined, memorable in-home dining experiences. Ideal for intimate dinner parties, small gatherings, or corporate events, this experience highlights Lowcountry cuisine with a personalized touch, crafted around your preferences and seasonal ingredients.

Our in-home chef services include full plated service, delivery, and cleanup, ensuring a seamless and stress-free event. Perfect for those searching for a personal chef near me, home chef near me, or a chef to cook at your home.

The Dinner Select menu features two hors d'oeuvres, two entrée options, two sides, and a dessert selection.

A plated serving of mashed potatoes topped with vegetables and a beef with gravy.

Signature Event

Designed for weddings, large parties, and milestone celebrations, our Signature Event brings full-service private catering chef services to your home or venue in Bluffton, Hilton Head Island, Beaufort, Hardeeville, and Okatie. Each menu is created around seasonal ingredients and local Lowcountry flavors, tailored to your event and preferences.

Our team takes care of every detail - menu planning, preparation, service, and cleanup, so you can focus on hosting. It’s a seamless way to bring fine dining to your guests without the stress of coordination or cleanup.

Perfect for those in need of a private chef, party chef, or wanting to hire a chef for a special occasion, this package includes a three-course plated meal, passed hors d'oeuvres, and a dessert selection prepared by experienced local chefs.

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Gourmet Experience

For those looking to hire a private chef in Bluffton, SC, or the nearby areas, our Gourmet Experience offers a personalized, high-end dining option. You’ll collaborate with Chef Darren on a custom menu that reflects your taste and creates a memorable evening for you and your guests.

Our personal chef services bring everything together - planning, preparation, and presentation - so you can enjoy a restaurant-quality meal in your own home. If you’re comparing private chef cost, personal chef services, or the cost of a private chef for a dinner party, this package is an excellent fit for elevated entertaining.

Each event includes setup, delivery, cleanup, and a multi-course tasting menu with available wine pairings, direct chef interaction, and tableside service.

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A white bowl containing a deep purple beetroot salad, topped with thin strips of yellow zest.
Fried vegetable tempura on a white plate with orange sauce underneath.
Fried fish fillets topped with sliced peaches, garnished with an edible flower and a sprig of greens, served over a bed of diced vegetables and sauce.
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A plated dish with sliced beef tenderloin, mashed potatoes, green vegetables, grilled eggplant, and a red sauce, garnished with roasted root vegetables.
Seared scallops with purple garnish, served over rice, with green asparagus spears and orange sauce on a white plate.
Raw chicken pieces with herbs in a roasting pan
A plate of cooked fish fillet served with a brown sauce, topped with chopped vegetables and garnished with cilantro on a white plate.
A plate of mixed salad with chopped vegetables, microgreens, and a green dressing or sauce on the side.
Gourmet dish with grilled meat, carrot garnish, and berry sauce on a white plate, topped with a dollop of white cheese and a crispy bacon strip.
A slice of chocolate cake with white cream, edible yellow flowers, and powdered sugar on top, served on a white plate with the words 'Bon Charcoal' written in chocolate.
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A bowl of soup with a piece of cooked fish on top, garnished with crispy fried strips, served over a bed of grains and greens in a brown broth.
Strawberry shortcake topped with fresh strawberries and drizzled with chocolate sauce in a white bowl.
Plated chef-style beef tenderloin topped with diced vegetables, served with mashed potatoes and gravy.
Cooking steak with herbs in a cast iron skillet, alongside a separate cast iron pan with sautéed vegetables, including cherry tomatoes and greens.
Seared fish fillet on a bed of mixed vegetables and creamy yellow sauce on a white plate.
A plated serving of mashed potatoes topped with cooked vegetables, brown gravy, and a large meatball on a white plate.
Multiple serving glasses filled with a yellow dessert topped with whipped cream and garnished with red syrup, arranged in rows on a white table.
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Three raw whole chickens skewered with sticks, prepared for roasting, on a dark surface.
Trays of raw cookie dough with chocolate chips, ready to bake.
A plated dish featuring a seared scallop on top of a cylindrical piece of potato, with a vegetable sauce underneath, served on a white plate.
Seared scallops topped with ground beef or sausage on a bed of greens, served over creamy risotto with gravy.
Two fried mozzarella sticks with melted cheese inside, served with a side of marinara sauce on a white plate, garnished with herbs.
Fried chicken drumstick topped with cranberry sauce, served over black rice with a pool of yellow sauce surrounding it on a white plate.
Roasted vegetables including carrots, onions, and celery garnished with fresh rosemary in a roasting pan.
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Small glasses filled with a savory beige sauce with chunks of meat and vegetables, arranged in a line on a white tray.
Two white plates each with a piece of grilled meat on top of three white breadsticks, served with a dark sauce and black crumbs, set on a dark wooden table near a fireplace.
A white plate holding five pieces of toasted bread surrounding a serving of black bean dip topped with chopped vegetables.
A serving of baked lasagna with cheese and tomato sauce on a white plate.
A large cutting board with slices of cooked beef, some blood and juices on the surface, surrounded by a stack of plates, a bowl, and two silver heat lamps.
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A roasted piece of meat with a dark, crispy exterior on a metal tray.
Close-up of a colorful chopped vegetable salad with croutons, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and black olives.
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Assorted colorful appetizers on wooden plates, including sliced strawberries, cucumber roses, cherry tomatoes, lettuce, cheese cubes, sliced meats, and spreads.
Dough rolled out on a floured surface with pieces cut into small squares, ready for cooking.
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Shredded beef with diced tomatoes, onions, and herbs in a small cast iron skillet, garnished with chopped cilantro, served with fried yuca or plantains on a white plate.
Mini chocolate dessert cups topped with whipped cream and chocolate drizzle served with sliced strawberries on white plates.
Roasted or grilled meat pieces with bones on a metal tray, some pieces have slightly charred edges.
A layered display of three pans filled with baked, cheese-covered lasagna, covered with clear plastic wrap.
Seafood platter with shrimp, oysters, and clams arranged on a circular tray with ice.
Baked stuffed bell peppers with ground meat, rice, and herbs, in red, yellow, and orange peppers.
A plate of roasted potatoes with herbs, broccoli, and a side of meatballs in gravy.
Several wooden platters with shrimp appetizers, each shrimp placed on a small square glass dish with green toothpicks, on a dark table near a window with light streaming in.
Cream cheese stuffed pastry bites on round wooden serving trays.
Close-up of a leafy green salad with chopped lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, and small pieces of meat, coated in a creamy dressing.
Dessert plates with chocolate truffles garnished with mint leaves and powdered sugar, arranged on a kitchen countertop.
Canapés with slices of roast beef topped with creamy horseradish sauce on small pieces of bread.
Plate of chocolate brownies topped with caramel and walnut pieces.
A close-up of a dessert featuring a chocolate-covered sweet with a fresh mint leaf on top, served with sauces and garnished with nuts on a white plate.
Green leaf-shaped dishes arranged in a circle, each labeled with the word 'MAY' and containing a black condiment, possibly balsamic glaze, with small green herbs or leaves inside.
Six small wooden cutting boards with handles, each topped with an assortment of fresh vegetables, strawberries, and cured meats, arranged on a metal surface.
Close-up of a gourmet dish featuring a piece of roasted sweet potato topped with a dark sauce, garnished with a yellow-green leaf and small green vegetables on a white plate.
A plated dish featuring a creamy mixture of vegetables, topped with microgreens and garnished with lemon slices.
A bowl of salad containing chopped red onions, green peas, chopped cilantro, avocado slices, and topped with a sprinkle of paprika or chili powder.
Assorted cold cuts, cheeses, and peppers on a wooden board with a hot plate of grilled shrimp and sliced food in the background in a cozy restaurant setting.
Charcuterie board with cheese, meats, olives, and pickles on a table near a window overlooking a water scene
Four pieces of topped flatbread or pizza with shrimp, green olives, tomatoes, and other vegetables, drizzled with balsamic glaze, served on a rectangular white plate.
Sliced green and orange fruit, likely cantaloupe and honeydew, arranged in an alternating pattern on a bamboo sushi rolling mat covered with plastic wrap.
A rectangular white plate with various snacks arranged in a line, including crackers, a pate or loaf, pickled vegetables, diced fruit or vegetables, and a small bowl of red dip or spread.
Close-up of a seafood platter with shrimp, oysters, and clams, set on a table near a window overlooking an outdoor park with benches and trees.
A breakfast plate with crispy bacon, a fried egg sprinkled with black pepper, and sautéed greens on a checkered black and white plate.
Sliced small pepperoni pizzas on a wooden serving board under a heat lamp in a restaurant setting.
Charcuterie board with celery, slices of cheese, salami, cured meats, pickled onions, pecans, green peppercorns, and hummus. A cheese knife is on the left side of the board.
Uncooked dumplings with filling on a floured surface.
Preparation of sushi rice with julienned carrots, cucumber, and daikon radish laid atop on a bamboo mat covered with plastic wrap.
Plate of grilled meat with onion straws, brown sauce, grilled carrots, potatoes, and sausage.
Close-up of seared scallops topped with chopped nuts, served on a bed of creamy sauce with herbs and oil drizzle.
A plate with a grilled steak topped with mushroom gravy, a side of steamed broccolini, and a ramekin of baked macaroni and cheese.
Fried chicken pieces garnished with chopped chives and a purple orchid flower on a rectangular white plate
Seared scallops garnished with herbs, drizzled with balsamic glaze and placed over greens on a rectangular white plate.
Fish fillet topped with diced vegetables and sauce, served over asparagus and cauliflower on a white plate.
A plated dish featuring grilled fish topped with a mango relish, served on a bed of asparagus and creamy sauce, garnished with a purple orchid flower.
Three pieces of seared scallops with a dollop of cream or sauce on top, served over greens and a light sauce drizzle, presented on a rectangular white plate.
Three seared scallops garnished with colorful chopped peppers and garnishes on a white plate, with decorative purple flower petals.
Plate of cooked rice topped with cooked vegetables including avocado slices and broccoli.
A plate with a grilled piece of chicken topped with sauce, garnished with celery leaves, along with roasted potatoes, asparagus wrapped in prosciutto, and grilled vegetables.
Plate of creamy white sauce with several golden-brown seared scallops topped with dark seasoning, garnished with chopped herbs and a purple orchid flower.
Plate with sliced beef steak, lime wedge, and stir-fried vegetables.
Colorful sliced vegetables, including yellow, orange, and brown, arranged on a baking sheet.
Two plates of shrimp and sausage with mashed potatoes and gravy, with a glass of white wine on a table.

About
Lowcountry Gourmet: the best private chef services in Bluffton, SC

Lowcountry Gourmet is led by Chef Darren and Chef Mike - two local chefs with more than 20 years of combined experience in fine dining and creating unforgettable meals. They’ve spent years refining their craft in some of the most respected kitchens, bringing depth, creativity, and a genuine love for food to every event. Their dedication to using fresh, high-quality ingredients and their inventive approach to flavor set them apart. From an intimate dinner to a grand celebration, Chef Darren and Chef Mike create experiences that linger long after the last bite.

About Our Chefs
Chef Mike and Chef Darren

Contact Us

We are currently servicing Bluffton, Hilton Head, Ridgeland, Okatie, and Beaufort. Interested in private chef services at your home? Reach out and and we will be in touch shortly. We can’t wait to hear from you!

 FAQs

  • We provide private chef and in-home dining services in Bluffton, SC, and the surrounding Lowcountry areas, including Hilton Head, Daufuskie, Ridgeland, Okatie, Hardeeville and Beaufort.

  • Our private chefs are available for intimate dinner parties, family celebrations, weddings, corporate gatherings, and special occasions of any size. Each experience is tailored to your event style and guest preferences.

  • Yes. Every menu is fully customized to your taste and dietary preferences. Our chefs design dishes using seasonal ingredients and local flavors to create a one-of-a-kind dining experience.

  • We offer both. Most private chef experiences feature a full plated service for a restaurant-quality experience in your home, though buffet-style service can be arranged upon request.

  • Service includes menu planning, preparation, delivery, full plated service, and cleanup. You can also choose to include wine pairings, professional waitstaff, and event coordination for a seamless experience.

  • We recommend booking at least two to four weeks in advance, especially during holidays or wedding season, to ensure availability.

  • Yes. Our team brings all ingredients, tools, and equipment needed for your meal. You simply provide access to your kitchen and dining space.

  • Pricing varies based on the number of guests, menu selections, and service level. We’ll provide a detailed quote after discussing your event needs. Food needs and groceries will be included in the quote.

  • Absolutely. Our chefs are experienced in preparing menus that accommodate dietary preferences and restrictions, including gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and vegan options.

  • Most private chef dinners last between two and four hours, depending on the number of courses and style of service.

  • Yes. A deposit is required to reserve your event date, with the remaining balance due prior to the event.

  • Our private chefs bring the expertise of fine dining directly to your home, blending professional restaurant technique with personal hospitality. Every detail, from the menu to the plating, is designed to create an unforgettable dining experience.