Private chefs in Leiden
Walking dinner, private dinner or catering plans? Receive personalized menu proposals from our chefs and free quotes
Leiden, leid (lead) me, verleid (seduce) me once again, and your favorite brown fruit bowls! Our private chefs don't need to be told twice to know that Leiden residents are epicureans who love culinary excellence with matching wines and beers. With a private chef, you can bring this culinary experience into your own living room by sending a request to one of our top chefs via ChefMaison. We have chefs for every taste: Italian, classic French, Indonesian, or even a haute cuisine version of herring, hutspot, and white bread. Our private chefs organize unforgettable private dinners, walking dinners, parties, business lunches, or even weddings. And not to mention, our chefs can even conjure up the most fantastic dishes in the most Minerva-infected student houses.
Finding a chef in Leiden has never been easier
Through our chat, you can work with your chosen chef to create a personalized menu that meets all your dietary needs and culinary desires. For example, if you're planning a student gala with a "canal" theme, discuss the possibilities with our creative private chefs and discover that ChefMaison even has the right chefs for that. Booking a private chef doesn't have to be expensive, and it may not be more expensive than a really good restaurant! Plus, you'll be fully taken care of in the comfort of your own living room, business cafeteria, favorite park, or garden.
Easy and affordable booking of a private chef
Our private chefs are easy to book through ChefMaison. You can request a free quote for your event and share your preferences. Our chefs will respond to this request with a menu proposal that fits your request. You can also give this entire experience as a gift with a ChefMaison gift card; a unique gift! If you're looking for a private dining experience in Leiden, our private chefs are the perfect solution.
Most popular chefs in Leiden
How it works
Step 1 - Find the perfect chef
At ChefMaison, you'll find the perfect private chef for your culinary experience. Whether it's an intimate private dinner, catering for a special occasion, an unforgettable wedding, or even an interactive cooking workshop, we have something for everyone! Explore our diverse selection of talented chefs and find the one that perfectly suits your culinary desires and needs.
Step 2 - Chat & create a personalized menu
After you've found the ideal chef, it's time to customize your menu to your liking. Through our platform, you can communicate directly with our chefs and discuss all your culinary preferences. Whether you have special dietary requirements, want to add a favorite dish, or give your menu a unique theme, our chefs are ready to make your culinary dreams come true.
Step 3 - Confirmation and Payment
Once your menu has been adjusted to your satisfaction, you can easily finalize your reservation by paying securely through ChefMaison. With ChefMaison, arranging an exclusive culinary adventure becomes an effortless and enjoyable experience, from start to finish. The only thing that remains is to start looking forward to your event!
Help and Support
Our Customer Success Team is available from 7:00 to 23:00 daily to help you with all your questions
How Much Does a Private Chef Near You in Leiden Cost?
ChefMaison allows you to discuss directly with chefs around Leiden and receive personalized quotes based on your unique preferences and budget, so every event is customized to your exact needs. Since every ChefMaison event is unique - there's no fixed pricing. However, we offer indication prices ranging from €68 to €288 per person for weekend bookings for 4 courses, depending on the menu and services selected.
What’s included in our indication prices:
- Groceries and menu ingredients - you don't need to do any shopping or preparation
- Chef preparation time and service during your event (cooking, plating, serving, and cleanup)
To make their event even more memorable, many of our clients choose extra options such as:
- Extra courses, such as cheese platters, luxury amuses, wine pairings, and cocktails
- Premium ingredients like wagyu, oysters, caviar, or Kobe beef
- Children menus or special dietary requests
- Servers for larger groups (usually for 10+ guests)
- Equipment rentals (tables, heaters, fancy tableware, fireworks 🎇 etc.)
Tips for reducing the costs on your private chef experience
- Booking during the week is an excellent way to save money, as many chefs offer weekday discounts for events.
- The price per person decreases as the number of guests increases, making it more affordable for larger groups.
- Book early: Booking your private chef well in advance gives you more time to discuss your preferences and budget, allowing you to secure the best chef at the best price. This also avoids premium prices during high-demand seasons and holidays or weekends.
You have the flexibility to work directly with your chef to create a completely personalized experience, whether you're planning a casual dinner with friends or a lavish celebration. Whatever your vision, ChefMaison ensures your event will be exactly as you imagine it because you have direct contact with your personal chef.
Popular dining experiences with guests in The Netherlands
Michelin-level plant-based dining
Kaiseki & omakase sushi feast 🍣
Private vegan dining
New Nordic sustainable cuisine
Romantic dinner for 2 at home 🌹
High-end kosher menus
Traditional pasta making workshop
Michelin restaurant at home 🌟
Molecular gastronomy
Dinner party
Private dining with friends or family
Holiday / vacation chef
Luxury celebration dinner at the office
Anniversary gourmet dinner
Indian tasting menu
Chalet après-ski dining
Surprise birthday dinner with a private chef 🥂
Château & Villa Rentals
Full-time freelance personal chefs
Farm-to-table organic dining
Private chef for bachelor party weekend 🍾
Care-free 21 dinners
Italian modern cuisine 🇮🇹
Birthday dinner
Private intimate halal dining
Luxury private villa experience
Customized meal prep
Private dinner with colleagues
Truffle & Foie Gras Tasting with wine pairing 🍷
Sit-down dinner with sommelier
Hen / Stag-do or bachelor(ette) party
Mediterranean mezze
French haute cuisine at home
Exclusive garden party
Reviews of our chefs and caterers around Leiden
Maria
Een absoluut onvergetelijke ervaring, erg goed eten, mooie wijnen, fantastische service. Ik kan niet anders dan op alle punten een excellente score geven. Dit is zeker voor herhaling vatbaar en de "word of mouth" verspreid zich al via de 18 gasten. Zelf al meerdere aanbevelingen gedaan aan vrienden. Merlin en Sebastiaan geweldig gewoon!
Leonie
Wij hebben met de familie (11ps) heerlijk gedineerd op Kerstavond. Barbara kon goed overweg met de uiteenlopende dieetwensen. De gangen waren goed op elkaar afgestemd, de borden mooi opgemaakt. Ze had het meeste al voorbereid. We hebben zelf voor champagne vooraf en bijpassende wijn gezorgd. Communicatie vooraf was prima. Keuken schoon achtergelaten. We hebben dankzij Barbara een heel gezellige en ontspannen avond gehad en heerlijk gegeten!
Aron
Miel heeft een heerlijk 5 gangen menu voor ons verzorgd. We hebben heel erg genoten!
Britt
Fantastisch! 10 uit 10. Lekker eten. Heel vriendelijk en alles keurig achtergelaten. Nogmaals top!!
Gonda
Wat een fantastische vrolijke kokkin. Heerlijk gegeten. Voor nu en nog eens🥰
Lotte
Het was onze eerste keer met ChefMaison en dankzij chef Andrea was het direct een fantastische ervaring! Hij kwam netjes op tijd en was perfect voorbereid. Hij was erg sociaal en legde ons vol enthousiasme alles uit over de gerechten die hij maakte. Alle gangen waren top! We zouden hem absoluut aanraden!
Menno
Chef Pascal Hennequin was waanzinnig: eten was van hoogstaand nivo en de communicatie en voorbereiding met Pascal verliep uitstekend. Pascal dacht ook goed mee met de menu wensen en de wijnen. Ik kan Pascal iedereen aanraden en zou hem zo weer boeken.
Egbert
We booked a dinner for two with Andrea as our chef and the experience was magnificent. The food was excellent and he was very relaxed talking to us. My girlfriend and I highly recommend Anrea!
Max
Jan heeft een fantastische 4 gangen menu voor ons gekookt. De communicatie vantevoren via chat en telefoon ging prima en ook enkele "last minute requests" ivm twee extra gasten waren geen probleem. Ook op de avond van het diner heeft Jan steeds meegedacht en voor een goede sfeer gezorgd. Zeker een aanrader voor een bijzondere avond!
Yara
Vooraf had ik geen idee wat we precies konden verwachten maar het overtrof eigenlijk al m'n vetwachtingen. Het eten was heerlijk, prachtig opgemaakt & ook het bijpassende wijnarrangement was lekker. Heel bijzonder om te ervaren hoe er in je eigen keuken zulke lekkere gerechten worden bereid. We kregen vooraf een playlist opgestuurd die ons alvast in de sfeer bracht en na afloop was de hele keuken weer opgeruimd alsof er niks gebeurd was. Een toprestaurant-ervaring in je eigen huis, echt een aanrader!
Jeroen
It was a great evening with delicious food and nice company from Léa. The contact was also very clear and friendly and extensive, so that the end-menu was exactly wat we wanted, with the helpful input from the professional, Léa! Thanks very much!
Marion
We hebben een heerlijk diner gehad van Wouter. Verrassend en zeer smaakvol. Goede service en prima communicatie. Zeer goed aanvoelend wat we nodig hadden. Het telefonisch contact wat we via de website van ChefMaison hadden was niet goed. Haperend en steeds wegvallend. Gelukkig na de betaling, via onze eigen nummers goed contact gehad met Wouter.
Darryll
Bram heeft het 21 diner verzorgd van onze zoon. Onze zoon had aangegeven wat hij ongeveer wilde eten en Bram heeft er een geweldig diner van gemaakt. Een vriend zei:ik heb nog nooit zo lekker gegeten! Het dessert was origineel en heel erg lekker! Bram kookte, serveerde en ruimde alles weer op. Voor een heerlijk diner in intieme sfeer waar je zelf geen omkijken naar hebt, ben je bij Bram aan het goede adres: een aanrader!
Sophia
Kan lekker koken, goeie service. Ik ben tevreden!
Florian
We enjoyed a lovely Birthday dinner at the coziness of our home with Chef Heri: fine Asian Fusion Cuisine aligned with nicely matching wines. Everything was organized in advance, and the food was delicious. The best part is that the kitchen was perfectly clean afterwards.
Max
Te gekke avond gehad met Vincent. Op korte termijn had ik een chef-kok nodig. Het feit dat we niet bij elkaar om de hoek wonen, vormden geen bezwaar. Het menu in een handomdraai geregeld. De kwaliteit, zijn service en gezelligheid absoluut 5 sterren waard. Al met al een aanrader!
Other great chefs in Leiden
Favorite of guests
Marjoleine de Hoog
Kitchens: French, Italian, Mediterranean€720 for 6 guestsPassionately creating experiences.Favorite of guests
Peter Bertrams
Kitchens: Allround, Asian, French, Italian, Modern, Spanish€1,050 for 6 guestsChef Peter Bertrams knows how to turn both large events and small gatherings into a unique experience. With a personal and hospitable approach, they go for a total experience with every event or dinner that is taken care of down to the last detail. Inspired by the season, Chef Peter creates dishes that excite both visually and in terms of taste. International cuisine with pure, quality and colorful ingredients. Peter finds it important that the menu forms a whole and is balanced. At the table our chef talks with passion about the ingredients and preparation methods.
Sem Melis
Kitchens: French€600 for 6 guestsPassion, craft, connection.
Raffael Puliga
Kitchens: French, Fusion, Italian, Mexican€720 for 6 guestsOnly the pure in heart can make a good soup
Cleon Boldewijn
Kitchens: Asian, French, Fusion, Italian, Modern€600 for 6 guestsCulinary experiences redefined.
Friso Rugebregt
Kitchens: French, Indian€900 for 6 guestsWhy buy something when you can make it yourself!
Sonny Petersen
Kitchens: Dutch, French, Italian€900 for 6 guestsCrafting seasonal stories on every plate, with passion and purpose
Evangelos Tsatis
Kitchens: Italian€600 for 6 guestsI started this adventure with a simple dream - to bring the joy of restaurant-quality dining to your home.Favorite of guests
Terenzio Ignoni
Kitchens: Italian€600 for 6 guestsChef Terenzio Ignoni, makes your dream private dining come true!Favorite of guests
Merlin & Sebastiaan
Kitchens: Asian, French, Italian, Japanese, Sushi€570 for 6 guestsChefs Merlin and Sebastiaan: United by Love, Inspired by Cooking
Barbara Van Oosterwijk
Kitchens: French, Greek, Italian, Mediterranean, Spanish€840 for 6 guestsThe guest does not have to worry about anything and can enjoy themselves to the fullest.
