Who exactly is showing up to my home?

Every chef on our roster is trained, background-checked, and food safety certified. We carry full liability and workers comp insurance and run food board analysis on every event.

What's included in the price?

Everything. Shopping, prep, cooking, plating, service, and cleanup. One number. No surprises. We suggest a 20% gratuity, but that's the only thing not baked in.

What does it cost to hire a private chef in Denver, Colorado?

Private chef dinners start at $150 per person for a custom four-course meal, $1,200 minimum. Catering runs $75 per person for buffet, $100 for family style, $125 to $150 for plated. All-inclusive either way.

Do you travel to mountain towns and resort areas?

We're already there. Chefs stationed across Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, and Arizona. No travel fees. Ever.

Can you cook in a rental kitchen you've never seen?

We do it all the time. We come fully prepared. For bigger events we might ask for a quick photo of the kitchen ahead of time, but we show up ready.

How far in advance do I need to book?

Ideally a week. We can move faster for smaller dinners. We also have events booked two years out. Whatever your timeline, let's talk.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies?

There's nothing we can't or won't accommodate. Kosher, halal, any allergen, any lifestyle diet. We love a good challenge.

How many people can you serve?

One person to 150 to 200 guests. We try to stay under 120 for most events to keep quality exactly where it needs to be.

Can I hire a private chef during the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen?

Yes. MileHighCook provides private chef dinners and full catering services throughout Food & Wine Classic weekend in Aspen. We have chefs stationed in the Roaring Fork Valley year-round, so there are no travel fees. Classic weekend is one of our busiest booking periods in Aspen — reserve early.

What types of events does MileHighCook cater during the Food & Wine Classic?

We handle the full range: private multi-course dinners at your Aspen home or rental, pre-event cocktail receptions and passed appetizers before Classic sessions, private estate dinners for groups of 10–100+, and after-Classic late-night dining experiences. If you're hosting guests in Aspen during Classic weekend, we can design any format of food experience around your schedule.

How far in advance should I book for Food & Wine Classic weekend?

Classic weekend in June is one of the most heavily booked periods in Aspen. We recommend reaching out 6–8 weeks in advance minimum. For larger events or multi-night programs, earlier is better. Dates fill quickly as Classic weekend approaches.

Are there travel fees for chefs coming to Aspen during Classic weekend?

No. MileHighCook has chefs stationed in the Roaring Fork Valley. There are no travel fees because there is no meaningful travel. Aspen is one of our highest-volume year-round markets.

Can MileHighCook handle large estate entertaining during the Classic?

Yes. We regularly handle large-format events for 50–150 guests in Aspen. For Classic weekend estate entertaining, we bring full kitchen and service staff appropriate to the size. We've done intimate winemaker dinners and sprawling outdoor receptions — tell us what you're planning and we'll build the right team.

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Aspen · Food & Wine Classic Weekend

Private Chef & Catering
for Food & Wine Classic Weekend.

The Food & Wine Classic is the premier culinary event in the country — and Aspen's most competitive dining weekend of the year. While everyone else is fighting for reservations, your group is sitting down to a custom private dinner prepared by a CIA-trained chef at your home or estate. No lines. No waits. No compromises.

Book Classic Weekend Aspen Private Chef

Stationed in Roaring Fork Valley

No Travel Fees

Dinners, Receptions & Full Catering

Books 6–8 Weeks Out

What We Do During Classic Weekend

Every Format of Private Dining & Catering

Classic weekend brings together the country's top food and wine enthusiasts. Your private events should match that standard.

MileHighCook note: We are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen. We are an independent private chef and catering company operating in the Aspen market. We serve private clients hosting their own events during Classic weekend.

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Private Multi-Course Dinners

The signature MileHighCook experience — a fully custom multi-course dinner at your Aspen home or rental. While Classic sessions wind down, your group sits down to something that rivals anything happening at a restaurant that weekend.

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Pre-Event Cocktail Receptions

Passed appetizers, hors d'oeuvres, and small bites before Classic sessions or private wine tastings. We set the tone for your evening before you head out — or before guests arrive for your private event.

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Estate Entertaining

Larger private events for 30–150 guests — estate dinners, outdoor receptions, wine pairing dinners with your collection. We bring full kitchen and service staff appropriate to the scale.

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Private Winemaker Dinners

Hosting a winemaker or industry guests at your Aspen home during Classic weekend? We build custom menus designed to showcase specific bottles and varietals. Course-by-course wine integration on request.

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Multi-Night Programs

Classic weekend runs Thursday through Sunday. Many clients book a chef for multiple nights — different menu, different format each evening. We design a progression across the weekend.

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Full Service & Cleanup

Every engagement is all-inclusive — cooking, plating, service, and complete cleanup. You're a guest at every event we produce. Nothing is left behind but the memory of the meal.

Why Book Private During Classic

Classic Weekend in Aspen — The Private Advantage

Classic Weekend Restaurants

📋 Prix fixe menus at every restaurant in town

💸 $400–800pp for special Classic weekend menus

⏱ Tables booked months out — often by industry insiders

🔊 Packed, loud rooms all weekend

🚗 Aspen parking and transportation during peak weekend

MileHighCook at Your Home

✅ Menu built around your preferences and your wines

✅ All-inclusive pricing — one number

✅ Your table, your timeline, your guest list

✅ Intimate and unhurried — the opposite of Classic crowds

✅ No logistics — your chef comes to you

Common Questions

Before You Book

Are you affiliated with the Food & Wine Classic?

No. MileHighCook is an independent private chef and catering company. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen or its organizers. We serve private clients who are hosting their own events in Aspen during Classic weekend.

How far in advance should I book for Classic weekend?

Classic weekend typically takes place in June and is one of our most heavily booked periods in Aspen. We recommend reaching out 6–8 weeks in advance. For larger estate events or multi-night programs, earlier is better — sometimes Classic weekend dates are booked by February or March.

Can you do wine pairing menus for Classic weekend?

Yes, and it's one of our most popular requests during Classic. If you have specific bottles or producers you want to feature — or if you're hosting winemakers — we build the menu course by course around the wine. Tell us what's in your cellar and what you want to showcase.

What size events can you handle in Aspen during Classic weekend?

We handle everything from a private dinner for 6 to a full estate reception for 100–150 guests. For larger formats we bring additional kitchen and service staff. Tell us your guest count, venue type, and desired format and we'll build the right team.

Are there travel fees for Aspen?

No. MileHighCook has chefs stationed in the Roaring Fork Valley year-round. Aspen is one of our highest-volume markets. There are no travel fees.

Private Chef for Every Aspen Occasion

MileHighCook is in Aspen year-round — not just during Classic weekend. Click any occasion or market below.

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Book Your Aspen Classic Weekend Chef

Tell us your guest count, your home or venue, and your vision for the weekend. Private dinners, receptions, multi-night programs. Custom proposal within 24 hours.

Book Classic Weekend Call (516) 996-1202