Private Dining
Experiences
Seasonal, produce-forward menus thoughtfully composed for intimate gatherings across New York City and New Jersey.
About the Experience
Private dining with Chef Abyssinia brings the experience of a thoughtfully composed restaurant meal into the privacy of your home, event space, or select venue.
Each menu is designed around seasonal ingredients and the rhythm of the evening, allowing hosts to remain fully present with their guests while the kitchen is handled with quiet precision.
These experiences are best suited for intimate gatherings of 6–12 guests where food, atmosphere, and hospitality come together seamlessly.
Private dining experiences are available throughout New York City and Northern New Jersey.
About Chef Abyssinia
Chef Abyssinia is a formally trained culinary professional with over 15 years of kitchen experience. She leads each engagement personally, combining technical precision with seasonal composition and composed service.
Her work spans private dining, culinary education, and collaborations with food and lifestyle brands.
Ideal For Gatherings Such As
• dinner parties
• milestone celebrations
• investor dinners
• chef-curated tasting menus
• private retreats
• intimate weddings
Many hosts choose to hire a private chef for dinner parties when they want to remain fully present with their guests while the kitchen is professionally managed.
Private dining experiences are most often hosted in private homes but may also take place in event spaces, retreats, or curated venues across NYC and New Jersey.
How It Works
Inquiry
Share your event details, guest count, and location.
Menu Design
A seasonal menu is developed around your gathering.
Execution
Chef Abyssinia and team manage preparation, service, and kitchen flow so hosts can focus on their guests.
Investment
Private dining engagements begin at a minimum investment and vary depending on guest count, menu composition, and service requirements.
Detailed proposals are shared following initial inquiry.
Select Clients & Collaborations
NYC Wine & Food Festival • Feeding Westchester • Westchester Magazine