Private & In-Home Dining
In-home catering and private dining, with the chef in your kitchen
Intimate dinners, milestone celebrations and small gatherings, cooked and served in your home across New York City and northern New Jersey. All the care of a restaurant, none of the leaving the house. We come where you are.
Who this is for.
When cost is not a factor and you’re hosting something that matters in a space that matters: an anniversary dinner, a birthday, a holiday gathering, a small fundraiser, or a quiet celebration for a handful of people who deserve a proper meal.
At your table
In-home dinners and private events we cater.
A menu built with you, cooked in your kitchen or prepped and finished on site, plated and served, and cleaned up before we leave. You stay a guest at your own event.
- Private dinner parties and celebrations
- Milestone occasions, birthdays and anniversaries
- Small fundraisers and intimate gatherings
- Holiday meals cooked in your home
- Optional service staff and bartending
Process
How it works.
- Tell us the occasion, the headcount and the feel you want.
- We design a menu to the moment and your tastes.
- We shop, cook, serve and clean up.
- You enjoy your own evening.
Pricing
What drives the cost.
Guest count, the menu and courses, and whether you want service staff and bar.
Small and intimate is welcome; this is about the experience, not the volume.
Kind words
What hosts say after we’ve cleaned up and gone home.
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“Charmaine went above and beyond for us for our catered event and our guests were blown away with how delicious the food was. … Truly a remarkable service and a really wonderful person as well.”
Read the full review
Cannot say enough wonderful things about this company and its incredible owner, Charmaine. The food, service, and professionalism is unmatched. Charmaine went above and beyond for us for our catered event and our guests were blown away with how delicious the food was. We can’t wait to book with her again and would recommend her to anyone and everyone for any catering needs. Truly a remarkable service and a really wonderful person as well. 10/5 stars!
Jackie, catered event · Google · June 2025
FAQ
Questions hosts ask.
How small an event will you cater?
Small is our specialty here. Date night to game night, whatever works for you.
Do you cook in our kitchen or bring food ready?
Either, depending on your space and the menu. We plan that with you.
Can you work around allergies and dietary needs?
Always. Just tell us in advance.
