A Very Elegant Holiday to Remember
By Island Lyfe Chefs

Make the holidays extra merry with a private chef who’ll prepare a spread of seasonal classics alongside elevated twists on your traditional favorites. We’re happy to accommodate gluten-free, vegetarian, and other special requests so everyone at the table can indulge.

Your dinner includes multiple selections across four generous courses—plenty for leftovers. Best of all, you get to relax and enjoy: no cooking, no dishes, and no cleanup. Just a festive meal, beautifully served, with tomorrow’s treats already taken care of.

You can adjust the following selections now or later (up to 10 days in advance of your event).

Appetizers
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2 items included. Additional selections $20 per adult.
  • Very Merry Charcuterie

    A beautiful display of cured meat and cheeses with some holiday favorites, chutneys, mustard, fresh and dried fruits, nuts, pickled items and crackers/baguette

    SF
    DF
    GF
    NF
    V+
  • Baked stuffed pomeganate procuitto dates

    Herbed goat cheese stuffed dates wrapped in prosciutto baked til crisp and hot w/ pomegranate glaze

    GF
    NF
    SF
    DF
    V+
    V
Main Course
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2 items included. Additional selections $55 per adult.
  • Port Wine Braised Short Ribs

    Slow roasted til they fall off the bone short ribs w/ tender celery, onions, carrots and finished with a port wine reduction

    DF
    GF
    NF
    SF
  • Whole Roasted Local Fish w/ Citus & Fennel

    A local whole fish( or enough for your group) roasted and stuffed w/ citrus, fennel and finished w/ a roasted garlic tomato butter

    DF
    GF
    NF
    P
    SF
Sides and salads & soup
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6 items included. Additional selections $18 per adult.
  • Proscuitto wrapped asparagus

    Roasted asparagus wrapped in prosciutto w/ shaved parmesan

    GF
    NF
    DF
    P
    V+
    V
  • Whipped Yukon Potatoes

    Yellow Yukon potatoes whipped until smooth & creamy.

    GF
    NF
    P
    SF
    V
    DF
    V+
  • Roasted brussel spouts w/ pomegrante &maple

    Tender roasted brussel sprouts w/ pomegranate gems and maple glaze

    DF
    GF
    NF
    SF
    V+
    V
  • Honey thyme heirloom carrots

    Roasted heirloom carrots w/ a honey thyme vinaigrette

    DF
    NF
    P
    SF
    V+
    V
  • Carmelized Leek & Grueyre Bread Pudding

    Rich Brioche bread pudding w/ caramelized leeks and gruyere cheese

    NF
    P
    SF
    V
  • Brioche herb bread stuffing

    An elevated stuffing w/ herbs and brioche bread baked to perfection

Desserts
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2 items included. Additional selections $16 per adult.
  • Flourless Chocolate Cake

    Rich dark chocolate fudge cake with macerated strawberries & chantilly whipped cream.

    GF
    NF
    P
    SF
    V
    DF
    V+
  • Spiced Eggnog Cheesecake

    Creamy baked cheesecake w/ holiday spices and rum

    NF
    P
    SF
    V
    DF
    GF
    V+
Included Amenities
  • Travel Fee - Folly Beach + Kiawah Island
    $40 per booking

    Fee for travel to Folly Beach or Kiawah Island

Important Information
Pricing
Starting at $200. Once this minimum is met, additional adults are $200 per adult, excluding optional add-ons, gratuity and fees.
Capacity

8 - 25 guests

This experience accommodates a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 25 guests.
Length

2 -4 hours including clean up

Estimated duration of the experience excluding prep, set-up and clean up (if included)
Service Type

Seasonal & Holiday Menus

Customizable menus for special times
Preferences

DF
Dairy Free,
GF
Gluten Free,
NF
Nut Free,
P
Pescatarian,
SF
Soy Free,
V+
Vegan,
V
Vegetarian

Dietary options in dark gray mean the item is prepared this way; light gray indicates an optional preference
What's Included
  • A friendly server will take care of everything during dinner, including replenishing your beverages
What's Not Included
  • Bar service is not included but can be added
The Team

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Island Lyfe Chefs

Island Lyfe Chefs is the creation of Chef Tamla, who is classically trained with over 18 years of experience. She has worked as an Executive Chef, Private Chef, and has traveled as a freelance Chef for the PGA and owned a restaurant in St. Croix.


In Charleston, Tamla helped open Felix — a French restaurant in downtown — prior to branching out as a private chef. "People know me most for farm-to-table cuisine. I enjoy going to local markets, contacting the local fisherman, local farmers and other sources, and giving back to the community so they can keep doing what they do best." Experience the best local flavors and dining experiences with Chef Tamla, and Island Lyfe Chefs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our mission is to ensure you have a seamless, unforgettable experience. We've prepared answers below to some questions you may have. If you still require more help or information, our concierge team is standing by ready to help!

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Can I modify my event details after booking?
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Can chefs accommodate allergies and dietary requirements?
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