Each Occasions By M private dining experience includes personalized menu planning, sourcing of high-quality ingredients, on-site culinary preparation in your kitchen, elegant plating and presentation of each course, and full kitchen cleanup following the event. Our goal is to allow you to host your guests while Chef Michael McCray handles the entire dining experience.

Occasions By M specializes in intimate gatherings. • Couples Dining Experiences: 2–4 guests • Private Dining Experiences: 6–15 guests Any guest count above 15 is considered catering. Please email us at info@occasionsbym.com (mailto:info@occasionsbym.com)for more information

Yes. To reserve your event date, at minimum $250 non-refundable retainer is required. Events may be subject to 50% of total balance based on certain conditions i.e. upgrades such as third-party service providers ( childcare, massage therapists, mixologist/sommeliers), Floral arrangements This retainer secures your reservation on Chef Michael McCray’s calendar and allows us to begin planning your personalized menu and sourcing ingredients. Remaining balances are due prior to the event.

Absolutely. Every experience is designed around your preferences, dietary needs, and the style of evening you would like to create. Chef Michael and the Occasions By M team works with you to design a menu that reflects both your tastes and seasonal ingredients.

Yes. Occasions By M serves clients throughout: • Raleigh • Durham • Cary • Chapel Hill Surrounding areas of the Triangle • Charlotte • Coastal NC • Southeast Region Travel fees apply outside 30 mile radius of Raleigh city limits not to exceed $.85 per mile round trip

Yes. For couples experiences, we can help coordinate optional childcare supervision, allowing parents to relax and enjoy their evening together. This option is especially popular for anniversary dinners and date-night experiences.

To ensure proper service we require all payments be satisfied no less than 14 days prior to your event date.

We request you notify us at least 7 days prior to your event date. additional guest count fees apply. late notice may result in additional processing fees plus administration