PRIVATE CHEF EXPERIENCE
SERVING CUSTOMERS A PRIVATE IN-HOME DINING EXPERIENCE ON THE BEAUTIFUL EMERALD COAST
Let us raise a glass to a new era of dinner parties. It’s time to cut out the work, turn up the glamour, and prepare your guests for a dinner to remember. Blue Magnolia creates custom menus for in-home or al fresco, intimate dining, or large gathering experiences. We hand-select every detail of your event, and we use local products, sustainable practices, and decades of experience to prepare and serve an exquisitely unique dining experience.
"WHEN THE DETAILS MATTER, TRUST BM. PAMPER YOURSELF. EAT WELL. ENJOY LIFE."
CREATE YOUR DINING EXPERIENCE
Step One & Two
Step Three & Four
Step 1. Reserve Your Day & Time
Our chef will commit to the day and time of your dinner party as soon as you reserve it. Be sure to reserve your day and time early to guarantee availability and allow for menu design.
Step 2. Choose Your Menu or Create Your Own
Every event begins with a custom menu. We can match your event’s theme, occasion, or personal preferences to delight and satisfy your guests, or you can leave the selections completely up to us.
STEP 3. SOURCE THE FOOD
The closer the source, the better the food. We believe in using the finest ingredients available and sourcing them from local farms and markets whenever possible.
STEP 4. PREPARE FROM SCRATCH
Initial meal preparation begins off-site at Blue Magnolia’s kitchen. This frees up your home and space and allows our chefs to work with professional-grade culinary tools.
Step Five & Six
STEP 5. COOK & SERVE
Dinner is cooked, plated, and served from your kitchen to your table. We can announce and describe dinner to your guests, subtly serve the dishes, or quietly exit after the meal is prepared.
STEP 6. LEAVE IT PERFECT AS IF WE WERE NEVER THERE
It is our goal to leave your kitchen more beautiful than we found it. We will clean the kitchen and dining areas so you can fully relax and enjoy the company of your guests.
SUMMER PRIVATE DINING MENUS
CURATED DINING MENUS FOR ANY OCCASION OR PALLETE
We've curated some of the most delicious menus for you, your friends, and family to enjoy in the comfort of your beach home. From breakfast bars to casual dining, menus for the girls, and let's not forget formal dining, we have each pallet in mind. We can't wait to serve you and your guests a deliciously beautiful experience.
Our In-Home Dining menus range from $120.00 to $205.00 per person. Included in your pricing is the full menu, chef and staff, setup, and cleanup. A standard 20% gratuity and $20.00 travel fee will be applied to call in-home dining menus.
Traveling to the Emerald Coast is all about experiencing the local cuisine and what better way than to have freshly caught seasonal fish right at your table. We all know the term farm to table, but this menu is truly sea to table. Evoke your palette with this traditional fish menu.
BELLO CATCH MENU
SEAFOOD | AMERICAN CUSINE
AMERICAN CUSINE
Brunch BAR MENU
Breakfast never tasted as good as having a gourmet breakfast prepared in your home. Wake up to a fresh mimosa bar, the smell of delicious applewood bacon and the smell of cinnamon rolls baking in the oven along with other delicious breakfast eats. Start your morning on the right foot with this brunch experience.
Are you a fan of New Orleans cuisine? We're bringing the Big Easy to you with this delicious and authentic Cajun menu filled with traditional flavors and entrees you all know and love. We guarantee that you simply will not be able to resist the urge to say "BAM" when you finish your meal.
Cajun Craze
AMERICAN | CAJUN CUSINE
ITALIAN CUSINE
ciao Bella
Taking our love for Italian and bringing you some of the best Italian dishes for you and your guests to enjoy in the comfort of your beach front home. Cin-Cin! To your seasonal spritz and cheesy goodness.
There's no need to leave the cool kids out of the adult dinner party, let them have their own dinner party fiesta! These sections have the pickiest eaters in mind, and who wouldn't want to end the night with a cookie ice-cream sandwich.
COOL KIDS
AMERICAN CUSINE
AMERICAN CUSINE
FON - WE CAN - DUE
We're big fans of melted cheese around here if you couldn't tell. So let's bring traditional fondue with a twist straight to your table. From your entree to dessert enjoy the richness of cheese and chocolate fondue. Best part, this is a completely customizable menu for you and your guests.
Feeling a little surf and turf for for a special occasion? This menu has all the glitz and flavor that you're looking for. Best part isn't even the steak, it's the New Orleans style bread pudding with bourbon sauce that's the star of the show.
From land to sea
AMERICAN CUSINE
CUBAN CUSINE
HAVANA NIGHTS
An authentic menu created by our owner Jorge showing the love and passion he has for where he was born, Havana, Cuba. We're taking receipts from our ancestors and transporting you and your guests to Havana in the 1950's.
Our newest player in our in-home menu lineup, but it certainly doesn't fall short from being a crowed favorite. Immerse your sense for a deliciously colorful evening.
SEA-ING SCALLOPS
AMERICAN | SEAFOOD CUSINE
MEXICAN CUSINE
SIZZLING FAJITA BAR
Your favorite Mexican restaurant can't touch this. We're bring taco Tuesday, and fiesta Fridays straight to your casa. Enjoy a fajita bar like you've never seen before and did we mention the margaritas?
Would it be a brunch without having an Eggs Benedict and Bloody Mary bar? A complete build your own breakfast in the comfort in your beach home. Getting dressed is overrated, and staying in pjs until noon is the new norm when you're on beach time.
Southern Breakfast
AMERICAN | BREAKFAST CUSINE
AMERICAN CUSINE
THE SOUTHERN COWBOY
This menu is all about Southern favorites from a deviled egg trie, to jumbo lump crab cakes, and the star of the show, the juiciest beef tenderloin. This menu is a 10/10.
This is our second year we use Blue Magnolia for our family's in-home dining experience. The food is delicious, the presentation is beautiful, and we love the family-style setting they create for their sizzling fajita bar. They catered to my husband's dietary needs, and they incorporate our children into the dining process so they have something fun to do.
Amy, Missouri
ENHANCE YOUR DINING EXPERIENCE
Elevate your guest experience, or occasion with a curated tablescape that is custom designed to the theme of your event. Take your event one step further by documenting the moments we live to celebrate. From group shot photos to those candid moments we all love to look at. Enhance your in-home dining experience or dinner party soirée with one-of-a-kind add-ons from local businesses we love to work with.
CUSTOM CURATED TABLESCAPE
What if you could host an event without the hassle of spending weeks preparing? What if you had someone to design your tablescape, set it all up, and make sure everything looked just right?
Create a tastefully curated atmosphere and tablescape for you and your guests. You provide the provide the food and friends, and we will provide the flair. From a casual dinner party to an elegant soireé and everything in between, we will set up in advance and return afterward to pack and clean up! All you have to do is sit back and enjoy!
THE ESSENTIALS
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whichever plates are necessary for the selected menu
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cocktail glass, flatware, and napkin
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plate setting (charger or placemat)
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menu card
THE Experience
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whichever plates are necessary for the selected menu
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cocktail glass, water glass, flatware, and napkin
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plate setting (charger or placement)
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menu card
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centerpiece (ex. runner, florals, and candles)
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a favor (ex. chocolates, macaroon, soap)
Add Ons
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place cards $2.00 +
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tablecloth rental $10.00 per table
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floral upgrade $20.00 +
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additional serving ware $80.00 (up to 4 pieces)
FREQUENTLY ASKED IN-HOME DINING QUESTIONS:
When you book your in-home dining experience we will set up an arrival time. From when we arrive at our first course please be aware that it may take 30-minutes. We will mention what each menu item of the night is and the process of each course.
How long does our in-home dining last?
Depending on the chosen menu and group size, our in-home dining can last anywhere from two hours to four hours. Please be aware that we are cooking your meal at your home and/or rental home and bringing the restaurant experience to you. Our in-home dining experience does take time to set up, cook, and clean.
What do I need to do prior to our arrival?
We ask that all dishwashers, sinks, kitchen counters and trash cans be clean and empty so that our team can utilize all of the kitchen space.
We will pre rinse and place all dirty dishes in the dishwasher. Before we leave we will mention to you that all dishes have been placed in the dishwasher and that it is ready to run.
If our team has to spend time cleaning, or putting dishes away from the dishwasher you will be charged $175.oo
What if I need to cancel my in-home dining experience?
We ask that when you schedule your in-home dining with us you know your party size and the date you’d like for your in-home dining experience. We do not offer a refund for in-home dining, but we would be more than happy to reschedule your day and time with no additional fee.
Where can I host an in-home?
The beauty of Blue Magnolia is that the location is up to you! Many of our in-home dinners can be held inside the home (e.g. dining room, kitchen table), backyard, patio, or on the beach.
Please be aware that if you would like to have your dinner on the beach you will need to purchase an event permit, and provide a table with chairs.
What happens if one of my guests get make it?
We ask that before you schedule your in-home dining experience you secure your guest count. We know that life happens and things change. We do not offer a refund if someone in your party cancels or does not show up.
What are your menus?
We have several delicious menus to choose from:
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Bello Catch
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Brunch Bar
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Ciao Bella
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Cool Kids
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Fon- We Can - Due
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From Land to Sea
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Havana Nights
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Sea-ing Scallops
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Sizzling Fajita Bar
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Southern Breakfast
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The Southern Cowboy
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Wine and Swine
Click here to download our menus.
Can I create a custom menu?
Yes, absolutely. You can create a menu unique to your theme or that is unique to you. All created menus will need to be approved by our chef before it is priced.
Are you open on holidays?
We are closed on major holidays. But if you need us to make an order and deliver on a closed holiday (Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, Easter Sunday) we would be happy to do so, there is a 25% surcharge applied to all orders.
What about gratuity?
Yes, a 20% gratuity is added to your grand total.
Can I modify my dining details after booking (large groups or retreats) ?
Please be advised that we reserve the right to terminate services in the event that our team members are subject to uncourteous or unprofessional treatment. In such event, no portion of your order will be refunded. We ask that you allow our team to perform our duties without any interruptions or micromanaging. Please treat our Chef, and staff with the utmost respect as they are professionals, and know exactly what needs to be done to make your night deliciously beautiful.
Courteousness and respectfulness
Of course! Details do not need to be finalized until you pay in full. Seven days before the event we will ask for a finalized ROS (run of show) timeline so that our team can plan accordingly. For any modifications within seven days of an event, please contact us directly.
Can I contact my chef or team?
Absolutely! We love communicating with our customers, we prefer that if you have any questions pick up the phone and give us a call. Please note that emails may take anywhere from 24 to 48 hours
