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The Risse's Experience

One team. Three ways to gather.

Weddings, corporate events, and private chef evenings — a single hospitality standard, tailored to the moment. Here's who we serve, how we work, and what to expect.

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We are not in the food business. We are in the business of peace for the host and delight for the guest.

Hospitality, Composed.
The Experiences

Three ways we set the table.

One hospitality team, tailored to the moment — whether you're saying "I do," hosting the board, or gathering close friends around a private chef.

Plated wedding course styled on linen with candlelight
i.

Weddings & Luxury Events

Candlelight, florals, and a menu composed around your day. Plated, family-style, or stations — held to the smallest detail, served by our full team.

Full-serviceCocktail hour · dinner · sweet table
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Clean catered buffet for a corporate event
ii.

Corporate & Planner Accounts

Reliable, polished service for boards, launches, and recurring accounts. Clean plating, on-time load-in, consolidated billing — zero surprises.

Drop-off to full-serviceBoxed · plated · galas
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Herb-finished plated course for a private chef dinner
iii.

Private Chef & Vacation Dining

An intimate, multi-course table cooked and served in your space — celebrations, retreats, and rental stays at a personal scale.

3, 5 & 7-courseIn-home · destination capable
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Service Levels

Three levels of service. One standard.

Every experience is offered at one of these three service levels. Per-guest pricing shown is a starting point — final quotes are tailored to your menu, guest count, season, and venue.

Essential

Drop-Off

Beautifully prepared and delivered in full pans, ready to set out yourself. Delivery only — no on-site service.

Per Panfull pans serve ~20–30 guests · order minimums apply
  • Custom seasonal menu
  • Priced by the full pan
  • Delivery to your door
  • Disposable serviceware & labels
  • Dietary accommodations
  • No on-site service or staffing
Fees & Add-Ons
Delivery fee (mandatory)$750
Chafing dishes & sternos$35 each
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Most Requested Signature

Full-Service

Our complete hospitality team on site — menu design, styling, and a service plan held to the minute.

From $80per guest · staff billed separately
  • Everything in Drop-Off, plus:
  • Staffed to your event — see add-ons below
  • Private tasting & menu design
  • Styling, rentals & tablescape
  • Bar & beverage service
  • On-site captain & day-of coordination
Staff Add-Ons · per staff member
Server$40/hr
Chef · small events, incl. travel$300 min
Food Runner$40/hr
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Bespoke

Private & Destination

A fully tailored experience — private chef evenings, luxury dinners, and destination events designed around you, anywhere.

From $159per guest · by consultation
  • Everything in Full-Service, plus:
  • Dedicated private chef & multi-course menus
  • Wine & beverage pairings
  • Travel & destination logistics
  • Personalized printed menus
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Representative pricing for the Philadelphia metro, shown to help you plan. Final quotes are tailored to your menu, guest count, season, and venue — and provided within one business day of your inquiry.

How It Works

From first note to last pour.

01

Inquire & Connect

Share your date, guest count, and the feeling you're after — through the form or our instant estimate tool. We reply within one business day with availability and a starting proposal.

02

Taste & Tailor

We compose a menu around your taste, season, and dietary needs. For weddings and private dinners, a private tasting confirms every course before we finalize the plan.

03

We Host

Our team handles sourcing, load-in, styling, service, and cleanup — held to the minute. You greet your guests; everything else is already handled.

Questions

Good to know.

How far in advance should we book?+
For weddings and large events, three to nine months is ideal. Private dinners, drop-off, and corporate orders can often be arranged within a week or two, subject to availability. The sooner we connect, the more we can tailor.
What's your service area? Do you travel?+
We're based in Philadelphia and serve the full metro and surrounding counties. We're also destination-capable — retreats, rental stays, and out-of-region weddings are arranged with a travel quote.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?+
Always. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, allergy-aware, and plant-based options are available across every menu. Share the details in your inquiry and we'll build around them.
How does pricing work?+
Most menus are priced per guest by service level, with à la carte enhancements added only if you want them. Service charge, staffing, and travel — where they apply — are itemized in one clear proposal. No hidden fees.
Is there a deposit?+
A deposit reserves your date, with the balance due ahead of the event. Our instant estimate tool shows a representative deposit; your final proposal confirms the exact terms.
Do you provide staff, rentals, and bar service?+
Yes. Full-service events include professional service and kitchen staff, an on-site captain, styling, and rentals. Bar and beverage service, florals, and printed menus are available as enhancements.

Let's plan something worth remembering.

Tell us the occasion, date, and guest count. We'll respond within one business day with availability and next steps.

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