The price that's stopping you from trying a personal chef? Let's talk about it. Most people assume hiring a personal chef is reserved for celebrities, executives, or the ultra-wealthy. The truth is far more accessible—and the math might actually surprise you.

1. What are you really paying for? When you hire a personal chef, you're not just paying for cooking. You're paying for someone who plans your meals, does the grocery shopping, preps everything fresh in your kitchen, and cleans up afterward. That's hours of work you don't have to do—every single week.

2. Real numbers from real people Personal chef services vary widely depending on your city, the chef's experience, and what you need. For weekly meal prep, most families spend between $200-400 per session, which typically covers 10-15 meals. That works out to roughly $20-30 per meal—for restaurant-quality, personalized food made exactly how you like it.

3. The hidden costs you're already paying Here's the thing: you're probably spending more than you realize on food right now. Add up your takeout orders, restaurant meals, grocery waste (those vegetables that went bad before you cooked them), and the time you spend planning, shopping, and cooking. For many families, that total exceeds what a personal chef would cost.

4. It's not all or nothing You don't have to hire a chef every week. Many people start with special occasions—a birthday dinner, an anniversary, or a holiday gathering. Others do bi-weekly meal prep to stretch their budget. The flexibility is yours.

5. How to find a chef that fits your budget On myChef, you can see each chef's rates upfront and filter by your budget. You tell them what you want to spend, and they work within those parameters. No surprises.

Having a personal chef isn't a luxury. It's a choice about how you spend your time and money.

If you've been curious but held back by price concerns, browse the chefs in your area. You might be surprised at what's possible.

Download myChef and explore your options!