How much is a private/personal chef in the UK?

Customers booking a private or personal chef for an event usually spend £700 for a group of 10 people. The per person pricing varies depending on the number of people and the particular chef's minimum spend.

What is included in the costs of a private chef?

The cost of a private chef covers the cost of Ingredients, meal preparation, cooking, serving, and cleanup.

What equipment do I need to provide for the private chefs?

Mostly yhangry private chefs carry their own equipment, so you won't need to assist with any. However, ensuring the basic cooking amenities like blenders, stoves and crockery are available is essential.

Do I need to provide ingredients or the private chef will get it?

You can provide your own ingredients if you're seeking to lower the overall expense. However, yhangry private chefs mostly bring their own freshly-sourced ingredients and premium-quality meats to prepare scrumptious meals.

What type of ingredients do the private chefs use?

Most chefs have their favourite suppliers for specific produce. Simply ask the chef you're looking to book about where they source their produce and let them know if you have a particular preference, e.g. for organic ingredients.

Does the private chef bring waitstaff?

Depending on the size of your group, the chef might bring waitstaff at their discretion. If you definitely want waitstaff, simply mention this in your request and ask the chef to include this in their quote.

What is the minimum spend

Personal and private chefs on yhangry set their own minimum spend which ranges depending on the chefs experience. The lowest minimum spend by any chef on the platform is £200, the majority of chefs have a minimum spend between £500-£1000. Some chefs have a minimum spend of £3000.

Are the chefs insured?

Yes, all our chefs are covered by public liability insurance for bookings made on the yhangry platform.

Do Yhangry private chefs clean up after cooking?

Yes, yhangry private chefs clean up after cooking and leave your kitchen as it was at the start.

What is the cancellation policy?

If you cancel your private chef more than 7 days before your event date, we offer a 100% refund. Exceptions apply for peak days such as Christmas Day (25th Dec) and NYE (31st Dec) - we do not offer refunds for cancellations on those days.

What payment options are available to book a private chef?

We offer 3 different types of payment options: 1. Pay in full 2. Pay a 10% deposit: The remaining 90% is charged to your card 1 month before the event date.* 3. Split the bill: While placing the booking you just pay for yourself. You'll receive an email with a payment link to share with the remaining guests to pay their share. All guest payments from guests need to be settled 1 month prior to the event date.* *Only available if your event date is more than 5 weeks away.

Get Christmas Catering in Ipswich

1000+ Christmas caterers across the UK
Secure payments
Cancellation protection

Find a local caterer

Starting from £40 per person

Excellent

Chef Felix & Maki D

5.00 (38 reviews)

HNWI clientele | Expertise in Asian & British Cuisine | Featured on AsiaOne

From £60 per person

Chef Mark B

4.80 (46 reviews)

Private chef to Disney's CEO Bob Iger, Tyson Fury & Ex-3 Michelin Star Restaurant Chef

From £38 per person

As seen in

Yhangry/Christmas Caterers/

Eastern/

Never booked Christmas Catering before?
Here's how it works:

In just a few clicks, match with world-class Christmas caterers, receive prices and menus and chat with the caterer to make any changes.

Arrival

The caterer arrives 2 hours before the event and brings all the ingredients as well as equipment and crockery if needed.

Cooks & serves

Depending on the nature of your event, you can tell the caterer to interact with the group or be more discreet.

Cleaning

The caterer will always clean the kitchen and all equipment used.

What customers say about yhangry Christmas Catering in Ipswich

Foodies like you share genuine ratings and reviews about their Christmas catering experience, helping you find the perfect caterer.

Excellent

Great menu, with a huge amount of food which we were able to graze on later in the evening, and even the next day. Mike is a great guy, and made for a relaxed and easy going atmosphere.

Matt

Fouard was great, worked really hard and created delicious and lovely looking food for our photo shoot

Julia

Perfect class as always with Ben!! Five stars

Liana

I hired Emma for my wife’s Birthday dinner. She cooked for just the two of us and it was fantastic! Emma was very flexible with dietary restrictions and she even prepared food for us to eat for the ne...

Thom

Fantastic experience with Thomas. The food was well presented and delicious. A really special treat for my mother in laws 60th, and he left the kitchen cleaner than when he arrived! Would definitely u...

Gabi

Great menu, with a huge amount of food which we were able to graze on later in the evening, and even the next day. Mike is a great guy, and made for a relaxed and easy going atmosphere.

Matt

Fouard was great, worked really hard and created delicious and lovely looking food for our photo shoot

Julia

Perfect class as always with Ben!! Five stars

Liana

Thom

Gabi

Great menu, with a huge amount of food which we were able to graze on later in the evening, and even the next day. Mike is a great guy, and made for a relaxed and easy going atmosphere.

Matt

Fouard was great, worked really hard and created delicious and lovely looking food for our photo shoot

Julia

Perfect class as always with Ben!! Five stars

Liana

Thom

Gabi

He was amenable adaptable and professional and we had lovely local food

Sara

The food was really great! Sean was very cordial and took time to describe the dishes that we ate during the meal. He was very professional and left the kitchen very clean. Thanks Sean!

Kyle

Chef Fouad is an amazing chef We hired him for my mum's 60th birthday at a holiday home in bracklesham bay, chef Fouad truly went above and beyond. The menu choice was fantastic. With us being a lar...

Robert

They were lovely, friendly and professional. The food was good in particular the main dishes and the desert. Would recommend!

Emma

Had a fantastic and really special experience! Rebecca did an excellent in working with me to create a beautiful menu and putting on an elegant dinner party with great attention to detail which we enj...

Dammy

He was amenable adaptable and professional and we had lovely local food

Sara

The food was really great! Sean was very cordial and took time to describe the dishes that we ate during the meal. He was very professional and left the kitchen very clean. Thanks Sean!

Kyle

Robert

They were lovely, friendly and professional. The food was good in particular the main dishes and the desert. Would recommend!

Emma

Dammy

He was amenable adaptable and professional and we had lovely local food

Sara

The food was really great! Sean was very cordial and took time to describe the dishes that we ate during the meal. He was very professional and left the kitchen very clean. Thanks Sean!

Kyle

Robert

They were lovely, friendly and professional. The food was good in particular the main dishes and the desert. Would recommend!

Emma

Dammy

Our top Christmas Caterers in Ipswich

From casual dining to Michelin-Starred fine dining menus, browse our vetted and rated Christmas caterers in Ipswich.

trending

Maciej Z

5.0(15)

Ex- Oblix, Sexy Fish Mayfair, GreyFriars Hotel, the Ivy

28 yhangry events

Colchester, Essex

From £75pp / Min spend £550

Stephen H

Working in top Restaurants, Hotels and Venues

1 yhangry events

Sudbury, Suffolk

From £40pp / Min spend £350

Maggie A

4.8(13)

Specializing in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and North African cuisines

18 yhangry events

Woodbridge, Suffolk

From £60pp / Min spend £400

Mark w

cooking for Royals at their home

Ipswich, Suffolk

From £60pp / Min spend £400

Hannah C

1* Michelin + 3 Rosette Trained

Woodbridge, Suffolk

From £79pp / Min spend £500

Neil

5.0(1)

International Expertise | AA Rosette Experienced | Ex- Marco Pierre White's The Oak Room, Von Essen Hotels, Sydney Opera House,

1 yhangry events

Braintree, Essex

From £85pp / Min spend £500

super chef

trending

Felix & Maki D

5.0(38)

HNWI clientele | Expertise in Asian & British Cuisine | Featured on AsiaOne

65 yhangry events

Greater London

From £60pp / Min spend £300

trending

luxury

Mark B

4.8(46)

Private chef to Disney's CEO Bob Iger, Tyson Fury & Ex-3 Michelin Star Restaurant Chef

182 yhangry events

Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

From £38pp / Min spend £375

Browse Christmas caterers

Highest standards for your peace of mind

Every Yhangry caterer undergoes a stringent vetting process, ensuring only the highest culinary standards.

Hygiene certificate
Authentic menus & quality ingredients
Real customer reviews & ratings

Get started

View post on Instagram

Wondering how much it costs to
book Christmas Catering in Ipswich ?

We've got you covered.

£581

Average spend of customers who book christmas catering in Ipswich. Based on 8 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

110

Christmas Caterers we work with who are based in Ipswich

£71pp

Average per person spend of customers booking christmas catering in Ipswich

25

Our christmas caterers have cooked for many happy diners in Ipswich

Browse menus and chat with the caterer to make changes that suit the group's preferences and dietary requirements.

Browse menus

Our promise to you

We go the extra mile so that you can be confident your special occasion is in safe hands.

Get free quotes

Full refund up until 7 days before the event

Pay only 10% deposit or split the bill

Payment protection: Chefs get paid after the event

Chefs are covered by our public liability insurance

Dedicated customer support: 020 4525 5238

Frequently asked questions

We are available everyday between 7am-7pm

Call us 020 4525 5238

WhatsApp us+44 7418310743

Our most popular cuisines in Ipswich

Enjoy authentic world cuisines at your dining table in Ipswich.

Booking Christmas catering in Ipswich with Yhangry

When it comes to Ipswich Christmas catering, few platforms offer the variety and quality that Yhangry does. With 82 Christmas caterers available in the area, you can expect a diverse range of options that showcase local produce and specialities that will intrigue any foodie.

Local flavours and unique dishes

Foodies will love the 16+ menus available, covering everything from casual dining to Michelin-starred fine dining tasting menus. Imagine indulging in locally sourced dishes like Suffolk pork sausages, fresh fish from the North Sea, or traditional mince pies made with locally grown fruits. This focus on local ingredients not only supports the community but also elevates your festive meal experience.

Pain points of traditional Christmas dining

Many people opt for restaurants during the festive season, but there are significant challenges. For starters, numerous restaurants are closed on Christmas Day, and those that are open often struggle to accommodate large groups. This can lead to a frustrating experience, especially for families looking to celebrate together.

The benefits of Christmas catering in Ipswich

Booking a caterer emerges as a compelling solution. With Yhangry, you can easily customise your event to your specific needs. The average expenditure for Christmas catering in Ipswich is around £581 for a group of 8 guests, which can often be more affordable than dining out. Additionally, catering allows you the flexibility to host in the comfort of your home or venue, giving you control over the atmosphere and setting.

In summary, Yhangry makes Ipswich Christmas catering seamless, filling your festive gathering with delicious local flavours, all while removing the common drawbacks of restaurant dining during the holidays.

Browse Christmas Caterers

Ready to see prices and menus for Christmas Catering?

Let us match you with suitable Christmas caterers.

Browse local Christmas caterers

Excellent

Get Christmas Catering in Ipswich