UMAMI·CATERING
FI

French

Bistro classics done with care — butter, sauces, technique

An example menu. Always tailored to your party, dietary needs and the season.

  1. Amuse-bouche

    Foie gras toast

    Goose liver on toasted baguette with onion jam.

  2. Starter

    Soupe à l'oignon gratinée

    Caramelised onion soup with a Gruyère crouton.

  3. Cheese course

    Intermezzo de fromage

    A small cheese plate: Comté, Brie de Meaux, Roquefort, fig jam and baguette. Served between the starter and the main.

  4. Main

    Bœuf bourguignon

    Beef braised in red wine, pearl onions, bacon and potato purée.

  5. Dessert

    Crème brûlée à la vanille

    G

    Classic vanilla custard with a caramelised sugar crust.

L lactose-free · VL low-lactose · G gluten-free · VEG vegetarian · VEGAN vegan

Let's plan your evening

Tell us about your occasion and I'll propose a menu and wines made for you. The price takes shape around your choices.

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A French dinner at home

A French menu is built from the classics everyone knows. Butter, sauces and proper technique, cooked in your kitchen and served course by course.

How the menu is tailored

A sample menu is a starting point. The final menu is agreed together: number of courses, ingredients, allergies and the season. A typical dinner has four or five courses, from a welcome from the kitchen to dessert, finished with espresso or cappuccino. Courses can also be mixed from different cuisines.

The season guides the ingredients. Mushrooms and Finnish berries are at their best from late summer into autumn, and fish availability follows the fishing season. If an ingredient you want is out of season, I suggest a better alternative.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a private chef at home cost?

Menus are typically about €130–170 per guest, VAT included. The price depends on the menu, ingredients, group size and location. The more guests, the lower the price per guest; dinners for just a few guests cost more. Wines and other drinks are not included.

Can I swap courses on the menu?

Yes. The sample menus are a base, and any course can be swapped or combined with another cuisine's menu. The price is confirmed once the menu is chosen.

Can you cater for allergies and special diets?

Yes. Gluten-free, lactose-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan menus are planned the same way as any other. Tell me about allergies by the time the menu is confirmed at the latest.