Cooking is not rocket science. Isn’t it? That is until you head to the kitchen and realize numerous recipes need prepping and cooking.

Then, it hits you; it’s not as easy as you thought. You look at the fridge, and it’s empty. There is a long list of grocery and some items on the list you have never heard of before.

There is a guest list that needs your attention. Some things on the list are to be bought the morning of the party, so they remain fresh, and on and on.

In such a situation of panic, the only option that seems to bring relief is by hiring a personal chef or a catering service provider.

So, we thought we would provide you with more reasons why you need to book a personal chef for your party or wedding.

1. Affordable Food and Less Wastage

Let’s be upfront about it; you probably have cooked in no more than a few parties at best or most likely never cooked for parties.

A personal chef is experienced and may have prepared food for hundreds of private parties; they are efficient and reduce wastage.

Not to mention, they know the best places to purchase ingredients of high quality at low cost. Over the years, they have developed relationships with grocery mongers, which they leverage to obtain things at a discount you might never get.

Food wastage in a party can increase if you handled the cooking yourself, which can add to the cost.

Since personal chefs know the appropriate portion, they can reduce wastage and save you money on the extra food while keeping the guests satisfied.

Not to mention the calories, a chef knows his portion and keeps the calories in check.

2. Saves you Time

It is not the cooking alone that consumes time. The arduous and cumbersome trips to the supermarket and the farmers market can take a lot of time.

Prepping the ingredient, cooking, setting the table, ensuring all the food is available in their ideal temperature, and tending to the needs of the guest can be tiring and take almost all the time you have.

Hiring a catering service provider, they will handle all these activities for you, allowing you time to receive the guests and enjoy the party.

With the help of a personal chef, the party will be a fun event for you rather than a…
 
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