Traditional Christmas Feast – Christmas Day Private Chef Catering (Public Holiday Service)
Price range: $295.00 through $2,820.00
Two Ways to Celebrate Christmas with CHEFIN:
Serviced Christmas Feast
For those who want the complete holiday experience, our Private Chef Christmas Feast brings restaurant-level dining into your home, office, or holiday venue. Your chef handles everything — menu design, sourcing premium ingredients, cooking, plating, service, and full clean-up.
Drop-Off Christmas Feast
If you love a simple hosting but want to skip the shopping, prepping, and oven chaos, our Drop-Off Packages are the perfect solution. Our chefs prepare a beautifully curated Christmas menu — mains, sides, salads, and desserts — delivered ready to plate and enjoy.
*You can also choose to book our drop-off Festive Canapés or Seafood Platter from the dropdown menu below.
Book in 3 easy steps:
- select add to cart,
- enter event details,
- secure pay online.
If you would like to book this package and add service staff or additional products, please add this package to the cart and then go on to add the additional packages. In case you want a different package simply go back to the main shop page and view the rest of the Private Chef packages.
Your menu can be customised based on your requirements
Menu examples
Example Menu 1:
Mains:
- Turkey with Apple, Fig & Cognac Cranberry Sauce
- Pineapple & Brown Sugar Glazed Ham
(Vegan: Glazed Cauliflower with Pineapple Brown Sugar) - Grilled whole side of salmon, apple & fennel slaw (GF)
- Brazilian Picanha rump steak with chimichurri (GF, DF)
Sides & Salads:
- Hasselback potatoes
- Mixed greens with beans & olive oil
- Sourdough rolls with chimichurri butter
- Charred cauliflower cheese bake (V, GF)
- Couscous with Christmas pumpkin & pomegranate vinaigrette
- Christmas garden salad
- Beetroot & apple salad with raspberry dressing
- Arugula, pear, macadamia & Comté
- Smoked potato salad with mustard, capers, dill (V, GF)
Desserts:
- Christmas cherry cheesecake with fruit salsa
- Christmas petit fours
- Dubai chocolate Christmas log with pistachio breton
- Christmas fruit salad, passionfruit & Greek yoghurt
- Matcha tiramisu with raspberry cream
Example Menu 2:
Mains:
- Miso soy glazed eggplant, nori, lemon oil
- Slow roasted harissa lamb shoulder, lemon, yoghurt, sumac GF
- Grilled whole side of salmon, fresh apple fennel slaw GF
Sides & Salads:
- Cajun cauliflower steaks, shallots, pomegranate molasses, mint VG, GF
- Candied red beetroot, sherry dressing, spinach, toasted almonds VG, GF
- Bulgur, dates, dill, lemon olive oil, rocket, cherry tomato VG
- Rockpool garden salad, palm sugar vinaigrette, shallots VG, GF
Desserts:
- Sticky date pudding, vanilla chantilly, salted caramel sauce V
- Christmas cherry cheesecake with fruit salsa
- Christmas petit fours
Example Menu 3:
Mains:
- Christmas Honey Roast Ham DF, GF
- Roast turkey, stuffing with truffle mushroom rice DF, GF
Sides & Salads:
- Sydney rock oyster, leche de tigre, togarashi DF, GF
- Prawn cocktails with Australia king prawn, prawn cocktails sauce GF
- Crispy beef fat potatoes. DF, GF
- Roasted seasonal vegetables
- Watermelon, feta, mint salad V
- Greek salad, marinated feta with dehydrated beetroot
Dessert:
- Tiramisu chocolate fudge cake V
Example Menu 4:
Mains:
- Christmas Honey Roast Ham GF, DF
- Christmas whole roast turkey GF, DF
- Pigs in blankets DF, GF
- Vegetable Pithivier V
Sides & Salads:
- Focaccia, cultured butter V
- Halloumi salad V, GF
- Pureed parsnips, jus, port cranberry sauce V, GF
- Crispy rosemary olive oil potatoes VG, GF
- Traditional sausage-meat stuffing, breadcrumbs, onions DF
- Egg & seasonal veg stuffing V
- Cauliflower Cheese Bake V, GF
- Yorkshire puddings V
- Roast seasonal veg VG, GF
Desserts:
- Tiramisu V
- Classic English Trifle V, 1x GF
Example Menu 5:
Mains:
- Saltgrass Flinders island lamb shoulder, pearl couscous, Moroccan eggplant, chermoula yoghurt, harissa oil, toasted almonds
- Whole roasted local snapper, yoghurt, herbs, hot spices, matbucha GF
- Ras El Hanout spatchcock, turmeric soubise, smoked corn salsa, lemon labneh, puffed nuts, grains GF
- Roasted beef sirloin medium rare, wild mushrooms, Bearnaise sauce, bone marrow GF
Sides & Salads:
- Arabic cauliflower salad, smoked sheep’s milk yoghurt, puffed pearl barley, toasted almonds, herbs, golden raisins, chickpeas V
- Maple roasted pumpkin, whipped tahini, candied nuts, toasted seeds, fermented chilli oil V, GF
Dessert:
- Turkish delights, doughnuts, baklava, knafeh, Greek biscuits GF
Example Menu 6:
Mains:
- Barramundi fillets, crispy skin, lemon butter sauce, charred lemon GF
- Slow-cooked lamb shoulder, rosemary, garlic, red wine savoury jus GF
Sides & Salads:
- Grilled seasonal greens, lemon, toasted almonds, dried sour cherries VG, GF
- Holiday Mediterranean salad, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, feta, olives, red & green bell pepper V, GF
- Duck fat potatoes, truffle, parmesan
Dessert:
- Deconstructed baklava, kataifi nest, ice cream, caramelised nuts, lemon dressing V
CHEFIN Booking process
Next Steps
- Secure your booking by paying in full. If using bank transfer/EFTPOS, please ensure you use the order number as a payment reference.
- CHEFIN will email you a booking confirmation and calendar invitation. This will include a form to collect your information and particular needs/requirements.
- Once you have filled in the form and sent it back to us, and your booking is sooner than in 3 weeks, we will assign a Chef based on your needs and desires.
- Your assigned Chef will design a unique menu tailored to your brief, event, dietaries and tastes.
- You can preview this menu, provide feedback, and advise of any menu & event changes along the way.
How does the Christmas Private Chef Experience work?
How does the Christmas Feast experience work?
We offer two ways to enjoy your Christmas Feast:
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Full-Service Private Chef – Your chef comes to your home or venue, cooks onsite, serves the meal, and handles all clean-up. It’s a complete, stress-free Christmas dining experience.
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Drop-Off Christmas Feast – Your chef prepares your full Christmas menu offsite and delivers it ready to heat, plate, and enjoy. No onsite service, perfect for easy hosting.
Can I customise the Christmas menu?
Absolutely. Whether you choose Full-Service or Drop-Off, your Personal Chef will tailor the menu to your preferences, favourite dishes, and dietary needs.
What is included in the Christmas Feast packages?
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Full-Service: Ingredients, menu design, onsite cooking, plating, table service, and full clean-up.
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Drop-Off: Ingredients, menu design, all cooking done offsite, beautifully packaged dishes, and reheating/plating instructions.
Both options include premium, seasonal ingredients and a menu designed just for you.
How long does the experience last?
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Full-Service: Most Christmas Feast events run for around 3–4 hours, depending on guest numbers and courses.
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Drop-Off: Your feast is delivered within a chosen delivery window and can be enjoyed on your schedule.
Do I need a fully equipped kitchen?
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Full-Service: A basic kitchen setup is perfectly fine. Your chef will bring any special tools required.
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Drop-Off: Only a fridge and space to store the delivered dishes are needed until you’re ready to heat and serve.
Can I book a Private Chef for a corporate Christmas party?
Yes! Both Full-Service and Drop-Off options suit corporate celebrations, whether in your office or an external venue.
Are drinks included?
Drinks are not included, but we can organise wine pairings, cocktail packages, or BYO service upon request.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 2–4 weeks in advance to secure your preferred chef.
We also accommodate last-minute bookings where possible.
Is there a minimum or maximum number of guests?
We cater for 2 guests up to 100+.
The experience will be scaled appropriately for your group size.
Can I request a specific chef?
Yes. You’re welcome to browse our Private Chef profiles and request a chef whose cooking style suits your event. If they’re unavailable, we’ll recommend similar chefs from our vetted team.
Must-Have Christmas Dishes
A classic Christmas Feast isn’t complete without the icons of the season. Our Private Chefs bring these favourites to life with artistry and flair, giving each dish a fresh, exciting twist.
Expect perfectly roasted turkey, glazed ham, and slow-cooked lamb with all the trimmings. Your Personal Chef will elevate each element with homemade sauces, creative sides, and elegant presentation. Every flavour bursts with holiday nostalgia and gourmet finesse.
No Christmas Feast is complete without show-stopping desserts. Think pavlova with passionfruit drizzle, rich plum pudding with brandy custard, or gingerbread tiramisu. These aren’t just sweets – they’re seasonal centrepieces crafted by your Private Chef.
Vegetarian and vegan options are equally indulgent. Our Personal Chefs can craft lentil roasts, maple-glazed carrots, and dairy-free delights that even meat lovers will envy. With the Christmas Feast, everyone has a seat at the table.
Why Choose a CHEFIN Christmas Feast?
Because this is more than just food — it’s peace of mind, delivered beautifully.
With CHEFIN, you’re not simply booking a chef. You’re gaining access to one of Australia’s largest networks of fully vetted, background-checked culinary professionals who specialise in private, high-touch dining. Every chef is covered under our public liability insurance and trained to deliver seamless experiences in homes, offices, and venues of all kinds.
No matter which option you choose — Full-Service or Drop-Off — we take care of every detail:
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Ingredient sourcing
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Menu planning
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Logistics and timing
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Dietary preferences
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Consistent, high-quality execution
Full-Service Christmas Feast
Enjoy a true restaurant-quality experience at home, complete with onsite cooking, plating, service, and full clean-up — your kitchen left spotless.
Drop-Off Christmas Feast
Prefer to keep things simple? Your chef prepares your entire Christmas menu offsite and delivers it beautifully packaged, ready to heat, plate, and enjoy. No shopping, no prepping, no stress.
No grocery lists. No hours by the oven. No festive chaos. Just a chef-crafted Christmas Feast that feels like home — only elevated.
The Christmas Feast Is More Than Just a Meal
It’s the sound of laughter around the table, the warmth of family and friends coming together, and the joy of enjoying a celebration you didn’t have to plan or prepare yourself.
A CHEFIN Christmas Feast isn’t just food — it’s an experience designed to create connection, comfort, and festive cheer. Every dish, from the first canapé to the final dessert, is crafted with care, creativity, and respect for the traditions that make Christmas meaningful.
Whether your Private Chef is cooking in your kitchen or preparing your feast offsite for Drop-Off delivery, the outcome is the same: a beautifully curated Christmas meal that transforms your gathering into a lasting, memorable celebration.