Our Services
Down-Home
(FAMILY STYLE)
3-Course Family Style
- Select a 3-Course menu for you and your guests.
- Our Chefs will shop for all the ingredients.
- They will prepare, cook, and serve you and your guests in your home.
- Don’t worry about clean-up, our Chefs do that as well!
Starting at $75/person
$375 minimum plus the cost of Groceries.
The Luxurious Comfort
4-Course Plated
- Get a Chef crafted 4-course menu customized for you and your guests.
- Personalized printed menus.
- Our Chefs will shop for all the ingredients.
- They will prepare, cook, and serve you and your guests in your home.
- Don’t worry about clean-up, our Chefs do that as well!
Starting at $95/person
$475 minimum plus the cost of Groceries.
In-Home
(MEAL PREP)
- Craft a custom 5-meal menu tailored to your needs.
- Our Chefs will shop for all the ingredients.
- They will prepare, cook, and deliver your meals to you.
2 People Starting At $300 Plus The Cost of Groceries
4-5 People Starting At $325 Plus The Cost of Groceries
6-7 People Starting At $375 Plus The Cost of Groceries
8+ People Starting At $450 Plus The Cost of Groceries
4-5 People Starting At $325
Plus The Cost of Groceries
Don’t worry about fixin’ your own plate
Or Helping With The Dishes.
Our BlueHen Chefs will do it all and leave you feeling charmed and served generously!
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas do you serve?
BlueHen Chefs serves clients throughout Kentucky, including Lexington, Louisville, Frankfort, Richmond, Winchester, Red River Gorge and surrounding Central Kentucky communities. Services are available in private homes, vacation rentals, farms, estates, and select event spaces depending on location and setup.
What group sizes can you serve?
Most events range from 2 to 20+ guests, depending on the service style and location.
Family-style dinners and plated experiences are ideal for smaller, more intimate gatherings, while larger events may require adjusted service formats or additional staffing based on guest count and space. Minimums may apply depending on the experience selected.
What is included in a PRIVATE CHEF SERVICE?
Every BlueHen Chefs experience includes:
- Customized menu planning
- Ingredient shopping and sourcing
- On-site preparation and cooking
- Professional service to you and your guests
- After-service cleanup before departure
You enjoy a full Southern-inspired dining experience in your home without having to cook, shop, or clean.
WHAT TYPES OF MENUS AND EXPERIENCES ARE OFFERED?
BlueHen Chefs focuses on down-home luxury Southern comfort cuisine, offered through three core experiences:
- Down-Home – 3-course family-style Southern comfort meals
- Luxurious Comfort – 4-course plated dining experiences
- In-Home Meal Prep – customized weekly meal planning and preparation
Each experience is built around familiar Southern flavors elevated with a refined, chef-driven approach.
Can you accommodate food allergies and dietary restrictions?
Absolutely. BlueHen Chefs regularly accommodates:
- Gluten-free
- Dairy-free
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Nut allergies
- Other dietary restrictions or preferences
All needs should be communicated during the planning process so your menu can be thoughtfully designed and safely prepared.
How far in advance should WE BOOK?
It is recommended to book 4-6 weeks in advance.
For weekends, holidays, and peak seasons in Kentucky, booking 6-8 weeks ahead is ideal as availability fills quickly.
If your event is coming up soon, reach out — last-minute availability may still be possible depending on scheduling.
Do you cook in vacation rentals like Airbnb or VRBO?
Yes. BlueHen Chefs provides private chef services in vacation rentals, Airbnb properties, private homes, farms, and estate rentals throughout Kentucky, subject to host approval and kitchen accessibility.
This is a popular option for weekend getaways, celebrations, and family gatherings.
WHY HIRE A PRIVATE CHEF INSTEAD OF GOING TO A RESTAURANT IN KENTUCKY?
Hiring BlueHen Chefs allows you to enjoy a private, chef-driven Southern dining experience in your own space without the stress of reservations, travel, or crowded restaurants.
Instead, you receive a fully customized menu inspired by down-home comfort cuisine, prepared fresh in your kitchen, served to your guests, and cleaned up afterward — creating a relaxed, personal, and elevated experience from start to finish.