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    Backyard Seafood Boil with Chef in Destin

    Bring the bold spirit of a classic Southern seafood boil right to your backyard or vacation rental with The Boil Experience.

    5.0 stars• 84 reviews

    Duration

    2-3 hours

    Ideal For

    4-30 people

    Includes

    Chef, Local ingredients, Cleanup

    Highlights

    This hands-on, flavor-packed feast features chef-selected Gulf-caught shrimp, snow crab, lobster tails, andouille sausage, sweet corn, and tender potatoes—all boiled on-site and served steaming hot.


    It’s a communal, celebratory meal that’s ideal for family reunions, casual gatherings, or a lively evening with friends. Your private chef handles everything from sourcing the freshest seafood day-of to setting the table and managing clean-up. All you need to do is dig in and enjoy the messy, delicious fun.


    What’s Included

    1. On-site preparation of a traditional seafood boil with Gulf-caught shrimp, crab, lobster, sausage, and more
    2. Starter and dessert selections to round out the meal
    3. Chef-selected, day-of fresh ingredients
    4. All prep, cooking, serving, and cleanup included
    5. Perfect for outdoor or casual group gatherings


    Menu

    Starters (Select 1):

    1. Crab Cakes with Creole tartar sauce
    2. Pineapple Chile Chicken Wings with sweet chile glaze
    3. Bourbon Peach Glazed Meatballs made from scratch
    4. Caesar Salad with homemade Caesar dressing
    5. Garden Salad with house-made ranch


    Main Boil (Included):

    1. Gulf-Caught Shrimp
    2. Snow Crab Legs
    3. Lobster Tails
    4. Andouille Sausage
    5. Sweet Corn on the Cob
    6. Red Potatoes
    7. Seasoned and boiled fresh on-site by your chef


    Desserts (Select 1):

    1. Bourbon Bread Pudding with vanilla bean ice cream
    2. Espresso Fudge Brownie with Kahlua caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream
    3. Key Lime Pie with sweet and salty strawberries
    4. Seasonal Fruit Cobbler with vanilla bean ice cream

    Product ID: URN5KC

    FAQs

    Yes. Your chef can substitute items or adjust spice levels based on your group’s needs.

    Alternative proteins can be provided with advance notice.

    The boil is served family-style, spread out for guests to enjoy in a communal setting.

    Meeting details

    Your home, hotel or vacation rental

    Experience provided by Emerald Coast Chefs

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    Review summary

    5.0
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    Chef Josh and his wife Natasia have turned private dining into a real highlight for visitors to the Emerald Coast. Guests consistently rave about the quality of the food, with the grouper, key lime pie with sweet-salty strawberries, and beef wellington bites earning particularly enthusiastic praise. The couple handles everything from customized menu planning to complete kitchen cleanup, making it genuinely effortless for groups. Beyond the culinary skills, people love the personable service—Josh often shares stories about the dishes and area while cooking, making it feel like an experience rather than just a meal. The reviews reveal a pattern of special occasions being elevated by their service, from bachelor parties to birthdays to wedding week celebrations. Many guests mention it became the standout moment of their vacation. Natasia makes the booking process smooth and flexible, accommodating dietary restrictions and even last-minute schedule changes. Several reviewers mention they've become repeat clients or joined a VIP membership program. For anyone considering restaurants versus a private chef during their beach stay, these reviews suggest Josh and Natasia deliver restaurant-quality food without the crowds and wait times.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Chef Jamie was amazing and the food was wonderful. Natasha was so easy to work with and get our dinner menu perfect for our group. It was a great experience for our family. Definitely will use them again!

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    Missy Hunter

    August 8, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Chef Jamie was amazing and the food was wonderful. Natasha was so easy to work with and get our dinner menu perfect for our group. It was a great experience for our family. Definitely will use them again!

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    Missy Hunter

    August 8, 2026

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