Savor The Passion

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Hi, I’m Chef Chris. I create refined, multi-course dining experiences in the comfort of your home so you can host effortlessly and truly enjoy your guests. With over 20 years of professional kitchen experience, including leadership roles in high-performance restaurants, I focus on thoughtful flavors, seasonal ingredients, and seamless execution. From menu planning to final plating — and leaving your kitchen spotless — every detail is handled with care. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply want an unforgettable evening around the table, I design each experience to feel personal, polished, and stress-free. Currently booking The Signature Experience and The Spring Tasting Series.

Overview

Hired 99 times

Serves Saint Paul, MN

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3 employees

9 years in business

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Dinner

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Dessert

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Nick G.

Sep 22, 2025

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Chris was great and we have nothing but good things to say about our experience with him!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Asian • American - formal • American - casual • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Megan J.

Aug 13, 2021

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Chris cooked dinner for a family event. It was fantastic!! Our menu: •Seafood Bisque (I am ruined forever from ordering this at a restaurant because it was phenomenal) •Beef Roulade (so tender, so much flavor, perfectly cooked) with a cherry demi glaze (that I could just eat with a spoon) and truffled mashed potatoes and asparagus (both perfect!) •Triple Layer Mousse Cake (both light and rich, chocolate with a hint of orange…delicious) We sat back, enjoyed our afternoon playing games and chatting while he did all the work, including cleaning my whole kitchen up after. No work for me! I only wish I had taken photos of everything, but we dug in so quick and it was all so delicious I never even thought to stop eating. Thank you Chris! We were so happy with our evening!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Asian • Italian • American - formal • French • Nut allergies • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Erica S.

Jun 21, 2021

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Omg!!! My husband birthday and Father’s Day dinner was thee absolute best!!! This experience was enjoyed by us and our guest…the price was reasonable and well worth every penny. Chef Chris was very responsive to any questions I had and changes I needed to make. The taste was beyond restaurant quality and everyone enjoyed it!!! He was a joy to have in our home because I’m not gone lie I was nervous with this being the first time hiring a chef!! We are most definitely planning our next event with Chef Chris!!!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • American - casual • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Alexa S.

May 31, 2021

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Details: Shower (baby, bridal, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - formal • Vegetarian or vegan • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Chad K.

Jan 24, 2021

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Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Premium (high end ingredients) • Italian • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Christopher Martin

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I make pricing easy! We charge $500 for the first two guests. It's then $125/ additional guest for 3 courses or $55/additional guest for 5 courses. (Materials & Labor included.)
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
we go through a simple process with each client. 1) Consultation 2) Quote, contract and Retainer. 3) Invoice remainder. Last Chance to change menu/ guest count. 4) Day of event. Execute. Clean up. Book the next event.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have 21 years of restaurant experience under my belt. Over 100,000 plates touched, nearly 25,000 hours with a knife in my hand, and over 45,000 hrs in professional kitchens. You could say I know my way around the kitchen.

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