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The Boutique Chef is a private chef and catering company specializing in refined, full-service dining experiences for intimate gatherings and events in Portland, Oregon. I focus on private dinners, small weddings and thoughtfully hosted celebrations where food, service and execution are held to a high standard. Each menu is custom-designed using exceptional seasonal ingredients and a restaurant-level approach to flavor and presentation. Services include menu planning, sourcing, preparation, on-site cooking, service and full kitchen cleanup allowing you to host with each. Best suited for: *Dinner parties and events with 6-80 guests *Celebrations, milestones and hosted experiences *Clients seeking a polished, high-touch dining experience Price per person typically begins at $130 per person.

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Hired 17 times

Serves Portland, OR

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1 employee

5 years in business

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Meal

Breakfast or brunch

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Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres

Dinner

Drinks and dessert

Dessert

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Coffee or tea

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

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John L.

Apr 23, 2024

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Michelle prepared what was - hands-down - the most memorable meal I've ever eaten in my entire life. I hired her to prepare a meal for my proposal dinner, and every element was PERFECT. She was professional, prompt, and involved during the entire process - and she was an integral part of the evening. Her love for food and for people is so apparent in everything that she does, and we are so blessed to have found her!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Southern • French • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Joan H.

Apr 24, 2022

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Michelle is so much more than a chef - she planned an entire experience for my birthday celebration - lovely decor, exquisite food, and great service. My friends at still raving about the food. Michelle is easy to work with and a delight to be with.

Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Non-alcoholic drinks • Alcoholic drinks • American - casual • Small bites • Yes, full service • Community center • Yes, full kitchen • 30 - 39 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Paper napkins • Premium (high end ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Lee R.

Mar 28, 2023

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Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Dinner • Dessert • Alcoholic drinks • American - formal • American - casual • Italian • Plated meal • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Premium (high end ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Kevin F.

Jan 8, 2022

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My mother was visiting from Scotland for the holiday season and Michelle catered a holiday dinner for a small gathering of family and friends ( 8 people) . She provided a variety of menu selections based on guest preferences, cultural fare, and most useful of all her own personal recommendations.Michelle sat down with us well in advance and started planning out the menu and going over setting up of the dinning room.The dinner itself was nothing short of spectacular. She plated several Hors D'oeuvres and a fantastic Hungarian mushroom soup. Main course was perfectly cooked beef wellington ( not an easy dish to perfect) then finished off with miniature chocolate lava cakes and a Scottish dessert called Tipsy Laird.From start to finish it was an absolute pleasure and delight to have this type of service , quality and hospitality brought to our own home. The guests were wowed and still talking about it. Highly recommended

Jennifer R.

Jan 6, 2022

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I am a full time working mom and don't always have the time to cook healthy meals for my entire family, 7 days a week. I hired Michelle to create a weekly meal plan of clean meals. My expectations were low as I thought " how good can eating clean be?" well, I was blown away! Michelle created the most delicious clean meals full of variety and flavor. Jalapeo hummus, mushroom chicken, fruit salads, fresh seared ahi to name a few. Best money spent. We all loved her food. She spent time with me prior to learn as much as she could regarding my food preferences. She puts time and care into creating personalized menus and I really appreciated that.

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Pricing varies based on menu, guest count and service level. Most private dining experiences begin at $130 per person for full-service events, including menu planning, sourcing, preparation, on-site cooking and cleanup. I specialize in hosted dinner parties and events for groups of 6 or more guests. Smaller or budget-focused requests are not typically a fit.

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