Romantic Private Chef Dinner in Raleigh
Reconnect over a chef-curated dining experience designed exclusively for couples.
Occasions By M transforms an ordinary evening into an unforgettable culinary moment. Chef Michael McCray prepares a multi-course menu in the comfort of your home or private residence, allowing you and your partner to relax, enjoy exceptional food, and focus entirely on each other.
Whether celebrating an anniversary, planning a proposal, or simply enjoying a meaningful date night, this experience is crafted to slow time down and create memories around the table.
Private chef experiences begin at $450 per couple.
Optional childcare services are available for parents who want to enjoy the evening worry-free.
What Your Private Chef Experience Includes
Your evening is designed to feel effortless from the moment you arrive at the table.
Each Couples Dining Experience includes:
• Personalized menu planning with Chef Michael McCray
• Sourcing of high-quality seasonal ingredients
• On-site preparation of your multi-course dinner
• Elegant plating and presentation of each course
• Chef storytelling and menu explanation
• Full kitchen cleanup following service
Every menu is thoughtfully curated to reflect both classic culinary techniques and Chef McCray’s signature blend of Southern comfort and global flavors.
Founding Couples Invitation
To introduce couples to the Occasions By M experience, Chef Michael McCray is inviting 25 founding couples to participate in an intimate chef-led dinner series.
These evenings are inspired by the early spirit of hospitality that helped shape platforms like Airbnb—welcoming guests into a home and sharing exceptional food and meaningful conversation.
Each gathering hosts two couples, creating a relaxed environment where guests can enjoy a thoughtfully prepared tasting menu and connect with others who appreciate great food and memorable experiences.
Founding couples are invited to contribute whatever they feel the evening is worth beginning at $25 per guest.
Once the founding couples seats are filled, private chef experiences return to the standard rate beginning at $450 per couple.
Parents Night Out – Optional Childcare
For couples who desire uninterrupted quality time, childcare support may be available through a trusted third-party provider for select experiences. This added convenience is ideal for date nights, in-home dining, and retreat-style occasions where parents desire dedicated time to fully enjoy the experience
Clients are encouraged to review the provider’s credentials, availability, licensing, insurance, and service terms directly before booking.
Third-Party Service Disclaimer:
Any childcare support referenced on this page is offered solely as an optional convenience through an independent third-party provider. Occasions By M does not employ, supervise, insure, or control the childcare provider and is not responsible for that provider’s services, acts, omissions, scheduling, policies, or performance.
Limited Availability
To maintain the highest level of hospitality and attention to detail, Occasions By M accepts a limited number of private dining reservations each month.
Early reservations are recommended for anniversaries, special occasions, and weekend dates.
Imagine the Evening
Picture arriving at the table and being greeted by the comforting aroma of a thoughtfully prepared meal. The table is set, the atmosphere is warm, and the distractions of the day begin to fade away.
Chef Michael McCray prepares each course just steps away, presenting dishes designed not only to satisfy but to tell a story. Seasonal ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and elegant presentation come together to create a dining experience that feels both personal and memorable.
Between courses, conversation flows easily. Laughter returns. Time slows down.
Whether you are celebrating an anniversary, enjoying a much-needed date night, or simply taking time to reconnect, this evening is designed entirely around the two of you.
At Occasions By M, we believe the most meaningful moments often happen around the table.
We would be honored to create that experience for you.
Plan Your Evening
Private Chef Couples Dining Experiences begin at $450 per couple.
To reserve your date, a $250 non-refundable retainer is required. Once your reservation is secured, Chef Michael will personally follow up to finalize your menu and coordinate the details of your experience.
To reserve your date please follow the link below.