Blackhawk / Danville Private Chefs - Voted Best In The East Bay

Welcome to AWG Private Chefs - the premier provider of bespoke catering and private dining experiences in Blackhawk and Danville! Since 2001, our team of talented Danville Private Chefs and hospitality concierge specialists has been dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary private dining experiences in the comfort of your own home or venue. Our global headquarters have been in Walnut Creek since our beginning. Many of our employees have been born and raised in Danville or the greater East Bay area, with their families here for multiple generations. Discover why AWG Private Chefs has been voted Best Caterers In The East Bay for multiple consecutive years by Diablo Magazine.

With a cumulative experience of over a century, the team of Blackhawk and Danville Private Chefs specializes in crafting personalized menus for clients with diverse dietary restrictions and preferences. We have the flexibility to cater to various cuisine styles, tastes, and requirements. Our chefs are committed to utilizing locally sourced, sustainable, and organic ingredients of superior quality to create delectable and inventive dishes tailored to your specific needs.

At AWG Private Chefs, we understand the importance of creating a seamless and stress-free experience for our clients. We've developed our trademarked "Easy, Effortless Entertaining™" services, where we bring the restaurant dining experience to your home. We handle everything so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the company of your guests.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party, celebrating a special occasion, or just looking for a unique and memorable culinary experience, our team of Danville Private Chefs can create a custom menu that's perfect for you.

AWG Private Chefs proudly employs the only two Certified Master Chefs in Northern California, a title that less than 250 chefs hold worldwide. We offer a wide range of personal and private chef services, from specialized passport dining experiences, hibachi chef at home events, cocktail parties, Hawai'ian luau celebrations, murder mystery dinners, dining in the dark experiences, casual pizza catering and intimate dinner parties to larger scale events for up to 65 people, and we even provide in home cooking classes and culinary workshops for those looking to enhance their own cooking skills.

Danville Private Chef preparing a meal in your home.

Hire a Danville Private Chef For Your Next Event

Hiring a private chef in Danville is the perfect solution when you're looking for a superior level of quality, hospitality service, and virtually unlimited custom curated menu options. The distinct personalization in your entire private dining experience is truly superior when compared to a traditional broad market caterer. Enjoy the luxury of having personal chef service in Danville or Blackhawk Private Chef Service today.

Book our Danville Private Chefs for any style of event you may be hosting:

Food & Cocktail Pairing Experience
Wine Pairing Dinners in Danville
Small Plates & Tapas Dinner Parties
Hawaiian Luau Catering
Chef's Table Tasting Menu Experiences
Dining In The Dark Experiences
Pizza Party Catering, Taco Parties, Backyard BBQs
Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner Parties
Japanese Hibachi At Home Experiences
Murder Mystery Dinner Parties
Luxury Caviar Tastings

Planning your Danville Private Chef catered event is so easy, simply share with us your vision for the theme for your event, culinary, dietary and service style preferences, and then sit back, relax, and leave the rest to us!

Blackhawk private chef prepared assorted small bites and tapas

How does it work? We make it always about you!

Upon your initial contact with AWG Private Chefs, a member of our client concierge team will become your dedicated contact for the entire booking process. We will work together with you design the perfect event from beginning to end. Simply share with us your vision for your event, any theme or style of the event you wish, along with the style of cuisine you wish to enjoy in any number of courses, any dietary restrictions or food allergies, and then simply sit back and let us get to work for you!

Our Certified Master Chefs will design a fully custom tailored menu curated exclusively for you and your guests, taking into account all of the details shared with your concierge. Your Danville Private Chef will submit a draft copy of the concept menu to you for your review and consideration. All clients of AWG Private Chefs enjoy full editorial control over their entire menu, all the way down to the ingredient level! You will never have to pay for something you don't wish to enjoy. We are happy to revise the concept menu as necessary until it's perfect.

Once you've approved the concept menu as final, you will receive a proposal with a full breakdown of all costs for your review and consideration. There are never any hidden fees or unexplained charges with AWG Private Chefs.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How do I hire a private chef in Danville?

It's so easy! Simply place a new event inquiry with AWG Private Chefs. Your Danville Private Chef will work with you to design a fully custom-tailored menu. As our client, you will enjoy having full editorial control over your menu, all the way down to the ingredient level, you will never have to pay for something you don't wish to enjoy.

How much does a private chef in Danville cost?

At AWG Private Chefs, we take pride in our flexible and personalized pricing model. We only will ever charge you for the ingredients and labor required to prepare the menu that you have approved.

The cost may vary depending on the number of courses you may wish to savor. We provide Danville & Blackhawk catering to both casual and elegant cuisine preferences and are adept at working with most budgets to deliver a delectable and unforgettable dining experience for you and your guests.

Is AWG Private Chefs licensed and insured?

Yes! Since our opening in 2001, AWG Private Chefs has been fully insured for both workers compensation as well as general liability. All staff working at your event are our employees! Every member of our team carries one or more federal or state level food safety training and certifications. We do not utilize unknown third party staff or unlicensed independent contractors.

Danville Private Chef Services & Options:

Upon your initial contact with AWG Private Chefs, you will be matched with a dedicated member of our multi-award-winning client concierge team who will be your exclusive point of contact for your entire booking. Your client concierge can handle all questions, and any additional details you may need!

Custom Floral Arrangements & Centerpieces
China, Flatware, Glassware, Serviceware & Linen Rentals
Event Tents, Tables & Chairs Rentals
On-Site and Pre-Event Coordination
Event Decor Design Styling
DJs, Lighting Design, Photographers, Videographers, Musicians, Performance Entertainment
Day of Event Insurance & Host Liquor Liability Policies
and So Much More!

Can I supply my own alcohol?

Yes! We are delighted to serve any alcohol, beer, or wine that you may have on hand under your direction. In compliance with California residential liquor regulations, we do not furnish or sell any liquor of any type. Our Certified Sommeliers are happy to make wine pairing recommendations for you, just ask!

Do I need anything special in my kitchen?

Your Danville Private Chef will arrive at your doorstep with all the essential ingredients and any specialty equipment necessary to cook your chosen menu in your kitchen. As long as you have a functioning refrigerator, stove, counter space, and sink, we can work our culinary magic and create a delightful dining experience for you.

Can my private chef in Danville provide services for a special occasion?

Yes! Our chefs are highly skilled at creating memorable private dining experiences for special occasions such as birthdays, engagement parties, anniversaries, bachelor parties, bachelorette parties, holidays, family reunions, and corporate events. We will work with you to design a fully custom-tailored menu that aligns with your vision and the theme or purpose of the event.

What's included in my Danville Private Chef services?

Your booking will include a full custom tailored menu design curated by one of our Certified Master Chefs exclusively for you & your guests. Your Blackhawk Private Chef will handle all ingredient shopping (except for any alcoholic beverages). On-site preparation and cooking of the meal in your home. Service in any style of your choosing, from casual buffets, family-style, or formal restaurant-style plated service.

The best part? We do all of the kitchen clean up as well.

How far in advance should I book my event?

We suggest booking as far in advance as possible to secure your date for the best schedule availability. All AWG Private Chefs enjoy full flexibility to change menu or headcounts at any time up to 10 days prior to your event date.

How do you handle food allergies or dietary restrictions?

Prior to booking your event, our concierge team will send you an electronic preference sheet questionnaire to complete. Simply let us know of any food allergies, dietary restrictions, or physician-diagnosed conditions. Your Danville Private Chef will adapt your menu to accommodate your requests wherever possible.

Best Private Chefs in San Francisco Award 2024

2024 Best San Francisco Catering Company Award

AWG Private Chefs Best Of The East Bay Award 2024

Testimonials

Find out what others are saying about their Danville Private Chef catering services:

Helene K.

Celebration of Life Event

"If I could use only one word to describe the event I had with AWG Private Chefs, it would be "elegant. My father's celebration of life was a beautiful event. The food was delicious and easily accessible to all, especially those with dietary restrictions. My event could not have been handled by a more professional and friendly team."

Craig A.

Anniversary Celebration Dinner

"Exceptional, professional, and just all-around the best experience. We could not have had a better chef, server, and cocktail experience than we had over the weekend for our anniversary."

Jason H.

Annual Friends Get Together

"From planning to execution, their guidance was so appreciated. But where they really shined was with the fusion of flavors and the beautiful, colorful presentation. I will be using them every year for my annual friend get together. It was almost as if I was a celebrity for the night! Thank you guys so much!!"

Napa Valley Private Chef prepared food and wine pairing

Discover Why AWG Private Chefs are Distinctively Different and Uniquely Special

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