Private chef in paris

Michel Hélène

Luxury dining experiences in the comfort of your home or Airbnb.

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PRIVATE CHEF IN PARIS

The Art of Entertaining

Hiring a private chef in Paris brings the refinement of fine dining into the privacy of your home or private event. Each menu is thoughtfully created to offer an elegant, personalised and memorable dining experience.

Your Private Dining Experience, From Start to Finish

The Preparation

Personalised discussions to tailor every detail to your tastes, creating a seamless and effortless private dining experience.

The Sourcing

Seasonal produce, exceptional ingredients and careful sourcing: every detail is considered to create a refined and authentic experience.

The Experience

Discreet preparation in the privacy of your kitchen, followed by table service and the presentation of each culinary creation.

The Serenity

Your kitchen is fully cleaned and left immaculate, allowing you to continue enjoying the moment with your guests.

Plan Your Private Event

Every occasion is unique. Get in touch to create a bespoke menu tailored to your preferences and secure your preferred date.

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An experience acclaimed by my clients


Client Reviews

★★★★★

“A wonderful evening with Michel Hélène and his maître d’ in February. We enjoyed an exceptional dining experience with delicious dishes in a warm and friendly atmosphere. We did it again, and it was just as outstanding.”

Eric Jollès

Originally written in French

★★★★★

“Magnificent! A private dining experience where the stars truly come to your plate. From amuse-bouche to dessert, every bite is a journey. A magical experience — we only wished it could begin again.”

Caroline De Puyfontaine

Originally written in French

★★★★★

“We had the opportunity to enjoy Michel Hélène’s cuisine several times, and each experience has been remarkable. Dishes worthy of a Michelin-starred restaurant, impeccable service, and genuine kindness from the chef.”

Alain Poirson

Originally written in French

★★★★★

“An excellent dinner. The chef and his maître d’hôtel make a wonderful team. We had a truly lovely time.”

Altea Agolli

Originally written in French

Un portrait du chef Michel Hélène avec une veste blanche de grand chef dans la cuisine
THE CHEF

Michel Hélène

Trained in prestigious establishments including the Alain Ducasse group and École Lenôtre, Michel Hélène has worked in the world of fine dining since 2009. Since 2018, he has been working as a private chef in Paris, creating bespoke dining experiences for private dinners and receptions.

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Your Private Dining Experience in Detail

Before Your Event

We discuss your preferences in advance to tailor the menu to your tastes, your expectations and the pace you would like for your lunch or dinner.

On the Day

Michel Hélène, private chef in Paris, arrives at your home approximately two hours before the meal, adapts to your kitchen and brings the necessary equipment to ensure a seamless and effortless dining experience.

The Preparation

Certain elements are prepared in advance and then finished on site to ensure precise, refined cooking perfectly suited to the timing of your event.

Table Service

Depending on the format of your dinner, a maître d’hôtel or waiter can provide table service and ensure the meal runs smoothly, allowing you to fully enjoy the evening with your guests.

After Dinner

Your kitchen is cleaned and left in order after service, allowing you to continue enjoying the evening with complete peace of mind.

PRIVATE EXPERIENCES

Exceptional Moments

Discover a selection of private dinners, private chef experiences and gastronomic events created in Paris and across the Île-de-France region.

Guests enjoying a private fine dining experience with a private chef in Paris
Guests enjoying an elegant private dinner in Paris
Table service during a private fine dining dinner in Paris
Private wedding reception with a private chef in the Paris region

ATTENTION TO EVERY DETAIL

The Craft

The standards of fine dining, in the privacy of your home.

Behind every private dinner are years of experience in prestigious establishments, carefully selected ingredients and meticulous attention to detail. From preparation to the final touches, each dish is finished on site to create an elegant, personalised and memorable private dining experience.

Precise plating by a private chef during a fine dining experience at home
Private chef preparing a fine dining dinner in Paris
Finishing a dish during a private chef service in Paris
Chef Michel Hélène preparing desserts in the kitchen
Refined dessert plating prepared on site by a private chef
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