Private chef plating a farm-to-table Vermont dinner

Vermont Catering

Private Chef & Drop-Off Dinners in Vermont

Farm-to-table dinners cooked in your home or delivered hot — for ski houses, vacation rentals, and small groups across Southern Vermont. We bring restaurant-caliber food to your table without the hassle of hosting. From Mount Snow chalets to Brattleboro dining rooms, our chefs handle every detail.

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How it works

  • We design the menu around the season, your group, and any dietary needs.
  • We shop and prep — sourcing from Vermont farms and our trusted purveyors.
  • We cook in your kitchen or deliver hot, ready-to-serve dinners to your door.

Where we serve

We cook and deliver throughout the Southern Vermont ski corridor and surrounding towns — Mount Snow, Stratton, Manchester, Brattleboro, Wilmington, and the communities in between. Whether you're at a slopeside chalet, a Manchester farmhouse, or a Brattleboro vacation rental, we'll bring the kitchen to you.

Traveling in from out of state? We also coordinate rentals, lodging, and local vendors for guests staying in ski houses and vacation rentals — so the whole weekend is handled, not just dinner.

What's included

  • Seasonal, custom menu design
  • Grocery sourcing from Vermont farms and purveyors
  • In-home cooking or hot drop-off delivery
  • Full kitchen cleanup (in-home option)
  • Dietary accommodations — gluten-free, vegan, allergy-aware

Who books private chef dinners

  • Ski house weekends at Mount Snow and Stratton
  • Anniversary and milestone birthday dinners
  • Airbnb and vacation rental stays
  • Corporate team dinners and small retreats
  • Summer home dinners in Manchester and the Green Mountains
  • Intimate celebrations and family gatherings

Sample 4-course menus

Every menu is designed for your table, but here's how a few recent private chef dinners have come together across the seasons.

Winter — 4-course ski house dinner

  1. 1. Grafton cheddar & apple crostini

    Vermont sharp cheddar, honeycrisp, thyme honey

  2. 2. Roasted delicata squash soup

    Brown butter, sage, toasted pumpkin seeds

  3. 3. Braised short rib

    Red wine reduction, potato purée, roasted root vegetables

  4. 4. Maple crème brûlée

    Vermont maple, vanilla bean, shortbread

Summer — 4-course garden dinner

  1. 1. Heirloom tomato & burrata

    Basil oil, aged balsamic, sea salt

  2. 2. Chilled corn bisque

    Sweet corn, crème fraîche, chive oil

  3. 3. Grilled swordfish

    Charred zucchini, salsa verde, farro salad

  4. 4. Peach & blueberry galette

    Buttermilk crust, vanilla bean ice cream

Fall — family-style harvest dinner

  1. 1. Farm board

    Vermont cheeses, cured meats, seasonal jams, warm sourdough

  2. 2. Roasted chicken

    Herb butter, garlic, pan jus

  3. 3. Autumn vegetables

    Delicata, brussels, carrots, maple pecans

  4. 4. Apple crisp

    Cortland apples, oat streusel, vanilla whipped cream

What guests say

"They cooked in our Mount Snow rental for a surprise 40th and it was the best meal any of us had all year. Kitchen was cleaner when they left than when they arrived."

Ski-house weekend, West Dover

"We do a private chef night every summer at the lake house now. The team makes it feel like a restaurant showed up in our dining room."

Family reunion, Manchester

"Drop-off dinner for eight was flawless — hot, plated-ready, and portioned so nothing went to waste. We'll be repeat customers."

Anniversary dinner, Brattleboro

Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance should I book?

For weekend ski-season dates at Mount Snow or Stratton, book 2-3 weeks out minimum. Summer and shoulder season dates are often more flexible.

How many guests does this work for?

Private chef dinners are ideal for 4-20 guests. Drop-off works for groups of any size.

Do you come to vacation rentals and Airbnbs?

Yes. We regularly cook in rental kitchens across the Mount Snow and Stratton corridors. We bring everything we need.

What does a private chef dinner cost?

Most in-home 4-course dinners run $135-$185 per person plus service, depending on menu, group size, and travel. Drop-off dinners typically start around $65 per person. We'll send a written quote after a quick conversation.

Do you handle groceries and cleanup?

Yes — we shop, prep, cook, plate, and leave your kitchen cleaner than we found it. All you provide is the kitchen and the table.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Every menu is built to your group. Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian, and allergy-aware menus are routine — just tell us what your table needs.

Ready to plan your dinner?

Tell us your date, location, and group size — we'll send a custom menu and quote within a few days.

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