536384 Mon Jul 07 16:19:55 -0700 2008 10 61 Austin 0 3846629 Anybody have any good suggestions on a chef for hire in Austin? My wife's 40th birthday is coming up and I wanted to host a dinner party at our home for around 24 people. Too much for me to handle, but a home cooked gormet meal sounds very interesting. All tips appreciated. Mon Jul 07 16:19:56 -0700 2008 96978 gawain44 1 3846685 What sort of food are you interested in? Mon Jul 07 16:40:40 -0700 2008 3846629 17648 rudeboy 2 3846775 something pretty nice..haven't locked in on a particular theme yet, but definitely not fried catfish, tex mex or other standard catering fare. Beef Wellington, some sort of good pasta dish, tenderloin, veal, something like that with a couple of good sides and a fancy dessert. Mon Jul 07 17:09:51 -0700 2008 3846685 96978 gawain44 1 3847069 You might look into this guy: www.juddservidio.com Also, are you familiar with this site? http://www.hireachef.com/browse/US/Texas/ Mon Jul 07 18:52:04 -0700 2008 3846629 29335 ridgeback 2 3847100 thanks Ridgeback; I've heard (and read) about Chef Judd, but I have not seen the website. I will definitely spend some time perusing it. Mon Jul 07 19:03:12 -0700 2008 3847069 96978 gawain44 1 3850562 You could also try Crescendo Catering, they specialize in dinner parties. Good luck. Tue Jul 08 18:16:33 -0700 2008 3846629 19915 looper 1 3851141 I have had Brandy Gibbs of Fine Home Dining cook for numerous dinner parties and she always does a great job. She has many different menus and does them all well. She has some sample menus on her website, but you're not limited to only those choices. http://www.finehomedining.com/ Tue Jul 08 22:30:08 -0700 2008 3846629 188928 Royiv 2 3854825 thanks all! great suggestions. I have spoken with everyone suggested and am narrowing my choice down. I'll let you know how the experience went. Wed Jul 09 20:23:37 -0700 2008 3851141 96978 gawain44 3 4470888 I'm thinking about hiring someone for a private party... I realize your post is nearly a year old, but was wondering what you ended up doing, and if you have recommendations. Tue Mar 03 17:02:46 -0800 2009 3854825 271492 RobinG 4 4493802 I have had "Dile' Food and Wine" at my home twice in the past two years and for two separate occasions. Derek did a great job at a great price each time! DerekDilley@yahoo.com Wed Mar 11 07:05:48 -0700 2009 4470888 186801 Heidi2qss 5 4494107 With his permission, Derek is allowing me to post his phone number. 210 379 9529 He is located in Austin. Wed Mar 11 08:36:01 -0700 2009 4493802 186801 Heidi2qss