Elegant Evening: In-Home Dining Experience
Turn your home into a candlelit dining room with the Elegant Evening Experience—a luxurious multi-course meal curated and served by your personal chef.
Duration
2-3 hours
Ideal For
4-30 people
Includes
Chef, Local ingredients, Cleanup
Highlights
This offering is perfect for anniversaries, intimate celebrations, or when you simply want to elevate a night in with fine dining finesse.
Featuring refined dishes like lamb lollipops, French onion soup, pan-seared grouper, and indulgent desserts such as espresso fudge brownies or Bananas Foster rum cake, each course is a crafted expression of flavor and style. Your chef handles everything from setup to cleanup, so all you need to do is pour the wine and enjoy.
What’s Included
- A full four-course gourmet dinner prepared and served in your home
- Selection of appetizer, soup/salad, entrée, and dessert
- Seasonal and upscale ingredients, artfully presented
- White-glove level service with attention to detail
- Ideal for romantic dinners, small celebrations, or an elevated evening with friends
Menu
First Course (Select 1):
- Mint Julep Lamb Lollipops
- Bourbon BBQ Shrimp
- Tuna Tartare with sesame soy glaze and sriracha-lime aioli
- Louisiana-Style Crab Cakes with Creole tartar sauce
Second Course (Select 1):
- Bourbon French Onion Soup
- She Crab Soup with crème fraîche
- Kalamata Caesar Salad
- Gulf Coast Bouillabaisse
- Classic Wedge with bacon and blue cheese
- Summer Citrus Salad with mango and goat cheese
Third Course (Select 1):
- Grouper Oscar with herb potatoes and Choron sauce
- Raspberry Jalapeño Glazed Chicken with jalapeño cheese grits
- Roasted Filet of Beef with truffle chive whipped potatoes
- Snapper Provençal with wilted spinach and citrus basil
Fourth Course (Select 1):
- Strawberry Shortcake with basil whipped cream
- Bananas Foster Rum Cake with vanilla bean ice cream
- Espresso Fudge Brownie with Kahlua caramel sauce
- Key Lime Pie with sweet & salty strawberries
FAQs
Q: Can this menu be customized for dietary restrictions?
Absolutely. Your chef will tailor courses to accommodate dietary needs and preferences.
Q: How formal is the service?
This experience is designed for elevated, white-glove service—perfect for formal occasions.
Q: Can wine or cocktail pairings be included?
Wine pairing recommendations are available, and mixology services can be added by request.
Q: What's the ideal group size for this experience?
Best suited for 2 to 12 guests for an intimate, fine dining ambiance.
Q: How long does the dinner last?
Expect about 2.5 to 3 hours from first course to dessert, with seamless transitions between courses.
Meet Emerald Coast Chefs
Chef Josh Champion, the founder of Emerald Coast Chefs, is a seasoned chef with over two decades of culinary experience. He began his career in New Orleans, honing his craft in various renowned restaurants before bringing his passion for food to Florida's Emerald Coast. Chef Josh focuses on using fresh, local ingredients to create unique, personalized dining experiences for his clients, ranging from intimate gatherings to larger events.
