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Notes from the table

Tips on planning a menu, hosting a dinner at home and making an evening memorable.

2026-07-02 · 4 min read

Why renting tableware makes sense — for events large and small

A uniform table, no dishwashing, everything from one place. Why renting tableware and event gear makes any occasion, big or small, easier.

2026-06-30 · 4 min read

What kind of events suit a private chef

Birthdays, weddings, special occasions, business dinners and surprises. When a chef at home is exactly the right call.

2026-06-28 · 4 min read

What to plan around a private-chef dinner

Usually you need nothing more than a good dinner. But if you want to, a few small touches can make the night unforgettable.

2026-06-26 · 4 min read

The household tax deduction and a private chef — how it works

The labour share of a chef who cooks in your home is household work that can qualify for the Finnish household tax deduction. Here is how it works in practice.

2026-06-24 · 4 min read

Italian, Scandinavian, Spanish or French?

Four culinary worlds your dinner can be built from. How to choose the right one for your party, or blend your own.

2026-06-22 · 4 min read

Wine at a private-chef dinner

A wine to suit each course and a short story behind it. How wine brings the feel of a restaurant into your home.

2026-06-16 · 4 min read

An Italian dinner at home — how the menu is built

From antipasti to dolce: how a classic multi-course Italian dinner comes together in a home kitchen.

2026-06-10 · 4 min read

Hiring a private chef at home — how a memorable dinner comes together

What hiring a private chef at home actually means, and how to prepare so the evening runs effortlessly.