Your Personal Chef Experience
Serving Manhattan, KS and surrounding area, we make your occasions delicious. Whether you're hosting an intimate dinner party, cooking classes with your friends, celebrating a milestone with loved ones, or you just want a table full of delicious snacks, The Knife and Quail brings fine dining quality directly to your home.
From the first consultation to the final course, we handle every detail—menu planning, shopping for the finest ingredients, preparation and plating. You simply relax and enjoy exceptionally prepared food with the people who matter most.
Perfect for whatever party you have in mind, our personalized service adapts to your vision, dietary preferences, and the unique atmosphere you want to create.
With a focus on fresh, seasonal, and most importantly, local ingredients we strive to make each experience with us unique and unforgettable.
What's Included:
Customized menu consultation
Premium, local ingredient sourcing (whenever possible)
Professional preparation and cooking in your kitchen
Beautiful plating and presentation
An experience tailored entirely to you!
Menus Crafted Around You:
Every menu at The Knife and Quail is designed specifically for your occasion, your tastes, and your guests. Drawing on a foundation of French culinary technique and a desire to keep food interesting, we create bold, memorable dishes that celebrate exceptional ingredients and unique flavor combinations.
Whether you're craving the elegance of classic French cuisine, the satisfaction of a perfectly seared steak, or fresh vegetarian creations that surprise and delight, we work closely with you to craft the ideal dining experience.
Our Approach: We believe in locally sourced ingredients whenever possible, supporting our community while ensuring peak freshness and flavor. From farm-fresh vegetables to premium cuts of meat, every component is chosen with care.
Dietary Accommodations: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or other dietary needs? We excel at creating sophisticated dishes that honor your requirements without compromise.
Sample Offerings:
Multi-course tasting menus
Premium steakhouse experiences
Seasonal vegetarian feasts
Custom brunch menu
Table full of snacks
Meal prep, for those on the go
Let's collaborate to design a menu that tells your story.
Due to the highly customizable nature of your chosen dining experience the exact amount will be different for each occasion. Some general costing thoughts are included below.
You (the client) will be responsible for purchasing groceries and alcohol.
Chef Compensation is $30 per hour for all events.
Coursed meals:
Three course plated meal - $30 per person
Four course plated meal - $40 per person
Snack table:
$10 per person plus $20 per type of dish
Brunch:
$15 per person
Meal prep:
$40 plus hourly
Do you have other ideas or types of events? Get a hold of us and we would be happy to figure something out.
Elevated Beverage Experiences for only $30/hour
Complete your evening with professional bartending services that match the sophistication of your meal. From craft cocktails to spirit tasting, we ensure every sip is as memorable as every bite.
Our bartending services can include custom cocktail creation, wine and beverage recommendations, professional bar setup, full service your event and clean-up. Whether you envision signature cocktails that complement your menu or classic drinks expertly prepared, we bring the bar to you.
Services Include:
Signature cocktail development
Professional bar setup and service
Premium spirits and mixers (customizable)
Non-alcoholic craft beverages
Raise a glass to an evening done right.
Let's Create Something Extraordinary
Ready to elevate your next gathering? Get in touch to discuss your vision, explore menu possibilities, and reserve your date.
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