Best of 30A: Personal Chefs & Catering Companies in 30A
Whether you’re exploring the Emerald Coast for a family vacation, planning your wedding, or seeing the sights, food can have a huge impact on your experience. As summertime tourists pack the local restaurants from Destin to 30A and beyond, there are still ways to beat the crowds and have the restaurant experience - through personal chefs and catering companies!
Thankfully, over the years we’ve gotten to know some outstanding personal chefs and catering companies so we thought we’d share a couple of our go-tos, and some fan favorites too.
Townsend Catering
Townsend has been our favorite catering company for ten years and counting! They have catered dozens of the weddings we've photographed over the years and even catered Ryan's 30th birthday party. We consider the owners David and Donna amazing friends and their catering services are a crowd-pleaser. They also have personal chef options if that's what your heart desires! Contact Townsend at 850-622-0663 or by email at donna@townsendcatering.com.
Richard Pascalli
Pascalli Kitchen in Miramar Beach offers high-quality menu items to-go from 8 am - 7 pm daily. With breakfast, lunch, dinner, and baked dessert options, you'll find something for everyone in your group. You can reach them at 850.424.6500 or info@pascallikitchen.com.
Éclat 30A
Éclat 30A offers private chef services for your next dinner party in 30A, including Alys Beach, Rosemary Beach, and Seaside, Florida. No matter your taste, Éclat 30A is sure to craft a meal worth raving about! You can give them a call to discuss your dining needs, and let them know we sent you! You can inquire directly on their website: www.eclat30a.com.
Signature 30A
Signature 30A has a wide variety of options for groups of any size. From themed menus to specialty cocktails, they can work with you to create the catering experience of your dreams. They even offer beach boils and sushi options! Get in touch at 850-428-2624 or signaturecatering30A@yahoo.com.
Roux30A/Chef Nikhil
Not only is Roux30A a beautiful, intimate venue option nestled away in Grayton Beach, but they also offer a personal chef experience anywhere in 30A. Chef Nikhil is also a personal friend who can create unforgettable meals in the comfort of your home (or rental). Check out the venue, Chef Nikhil’s availability, and get him booked by calling 850.213.0899.
Marrow Private Chefs
Chefs Richard McCord and Ryan McNay of Marrow Private Chefs offer a wide variety of menus available throughout South Walton and surrounding areas. You pick the meal, they’ll bring the dishes, cookware, and food. They can even prepare fish you’ve caught during your stay! Get in touch at chefs@marrowprivatechefs.com or by calling 850.280.4319.
Swiftly Catered
With their all-inclusive pricing, Swiftly Catered will work with you to create a personalized menu for a three-course meal to even six courses. Whether you’re on a family vacation, celebrating a milestone, or throwing a bachelorette party, Swifty Catered offers customized fine dining options that will fit your needs. Inquire about your next customizing dining experience by completing their reservation form here.
Damiano, the Tuscan Chef
From birthdays to weddings, and every type of intimate dining experience in between, Chef Damiano and his team can craft an authentic Italian meal in your own kitchen. They service Destin and surrounding areas including Santa Rosa Beach, 30A, Niceville, Seaside, Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, Miramar Beach, and more! Give him a call to schedule at 850.896.0420 or email at schianodm@hotmail.com.
Plate to Plate with Personal Chef Kali
From intimate dinner parties to buffet-style or plated dining experiences, Chef Kali and her team have rave reviews! Their meal selection is plentiful and you’re sure to find something you’d love. You can find Chef Kali at (850) 974-0994 or by email at Kali@platetoplate.us
Whether you’re a local or a tourist, we hope you are excited about all the dining options you have along the coast! If you're still wanting to brave the crowds and go out to a restaurant during your Emerald Coast visit, you can find some of our picks who made the roundup of our favorite local businesses here. Either way, enjoy the sunshine and the food!
We'll continue to add to this list as we find amazing local chefs and catering companies in the area that we love.
Do you have a favorite that's not on our list that you'd like to suggest? Please drop us a line and let us know!
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