Private Chef Holiday Menus, Rhode Island & Massachusetts

Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year's, Easter, Fourth of July, or any gathering worth doing right. Our private chef holiday menus are built around your guest list, your dietary needs, and the kind of meal you actually want on the table. No banquet hall trays. No catering minimums you can't hit. Just a custom holiday dinner, prepared fresh in your home or venue, anywhere in Rhode Island or Massachusetts.

Holidays We Cover

Thanksgiving. Christmas Eve. Christmas Day. New Year's Eve. Easter. Fourth of July. Labor Day. Mother's Day. Father's Day. Friendsgiving. Any holiday or celebration where you want a real meal on the table without spending the day in the kitchen.

We also handle non-traditional holidays. Hosting a Super Bowl dinner? A Galentine's gathering? An end-of-summer send-off? If it matters to you, we'll build a menu for it

How Our Holiday Dining Experience Works

Start with a consultation. We talk through the holiday, your guest count, dietary needs, and what kind of meal you have in mind. Traditional or modern. Formal or family-style. Plated or buffet.

From there, we build a custom menu, source all ingredients fresh, and arrive on the day to prep and cook in your kitchen or venue. We handle the full setup, service, and cleanup. You sit down with your guests and enjoy the meal.

Holiday bookings fill fast, especially Thanksgiving and Christmas. We recommend reaching out at least 3 to 4 weeks in advance.

What's Included

Custom holiday menu designed around your preferences and guest list. All grocery shopping and ingredient sourcing. Full meal preparation in your kitchen or venue. Table setup assistance if needed. Service during the meal. Complete kitchen cleanup before we leave.

Dietary accommodations built into the menu from the start. Vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, kosher-style, or any combination. No one gets a separate plate.

Seasonal Menus

Our holiday menus rotate with the seasons. Spring and summer bring lighter fare, grilled proteins, and fresh local produce. Fall and winter lean into braised meats, root vegetables, and rich, warming dishes.

To view our current seasonal menu or receive a custom holiday menu proposal, email us at partumevents@partumevents.com or submit the inquiry form below.

Explore Our Services

Hosting a morning gathering? See our private brunch service.

Planning a cocktail event? Check out our hors d'oeuvres and passed appetizers.

Need weekly meals for the family? Check out our meal prep service.

Read our guide: The Ultimate Guide to Private Chef Dining in Newport, RI.

Private Chef Services by Holiday

Thanksgiving Dinner at Home

Skip the prep, the stress, and the cleanup. Our private chef Thanksgiving dinner is prepared fresh in your kitchen. Traditional turkey with all the sides, or a completely custom menu. Serving Rhode Island and Massachusetts families who want Thanksgiving done right without doing it themselves.

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dinner

Whether it's an intimate Christmas Eve dinner for 4 or a full Christmas Day feast for 30, we handle every detail. Private chef Christmas dinner service includes menu planning, grocery sourcing, cooking, serving, and cleanup.

New Year's Eve Private Dining

Ring in the new year with a multi-course dinner or cocktail-style celebration. Our New Year's Eve private chef service is ideal for house parties, small gatherings, and couples who want a restaurant-quality meal at home.

Easter, Fourth of July, and Beyond

Easter brunch or dinner. Fourth of July cookouts and lobster bakes. Labor Day send-offs. Mother's Day, Father's Day, Friendsgiving. Every holiday gets a custom menu built around what your guests actually want to eat.

Frequently Asked Questions, Private Chef Holiday Menus

How far in advance should I book a holiday dinner?
At least 3 to 4 weeks for major holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. These dates fill fast. For smaller holidays or off-peak dates, 2 weeks is usually enough. Reach out early to lock in your date.

How many guests can you accommodate?
Intimate dinners for 2 up to large gatherings of 50 or more. For larger events, we bring additional staff. Guest count and service style are discussed during the consultation.

Do you cook in my kitchen?
Yes. We arrive early, prep and cook everything on-site, serve the meal, and clean the kitchen before we leave. If your venue has a kitchen, we can work there too.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes. Vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, kosher-style, allergy-specific. We build accommodations into the menu from the start so every guest eats well.

What areas do you serve for holiday dining?
We serve all of Rhode Island, including Newport, Providence, Narragansett, and Westerly, as well as Cape Cod, the South Coast of Massachusetts, and surrounding areas. Travel fees may apply for locations outside our core service area.