
In Residence by
The Bougie Waffle

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Private Chef Services for Everyday Living
In Residence by The Bougie Waffle is a Minneapolis-based private chef service designed for households that value consistency, quality, and ease in their everyday lives.
We provide scratch-made, family-style meals prepared in your home on a recurring schedule, planned, executed, and organized with care. Each visit is structured to support your routine, allowing you to spend less time managing meals and more time at the table.
This is not fine dining at home or event catering. It is elevated everyday food, handled with precision and consistency.
The value isn’t excess. It’s ease, rhythm, and the return of shared meals.
What’s Included
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Recurring, in-home private chef service
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Scratch-made meals prepared with quality, seasonal ingredients
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Ongoing menu planning—collaborative or chef-led
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Ingredient sourcing, managed or coordinated seamlessly
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Dietary preferences and needs handled with care
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Meals portioned, labeled, and organized for ease
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Full kitchen reset following each service
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Family-style preparation designed to extend beyond a single meal
Meals are ready. The kitchen is reset.
You sit down and enjoy.
Who This Service Is For
In Residence is designed for households that prioritize consistency, quality, and time well spent.
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Professionals with full schedules
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Families managing multiple routines
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Multi-generational homes with varying needs
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Households that value shared meals and a steady rhythm
Service Structure
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Minimum of two service days per week
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Three-month initial commitment
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Weekly service, billed monthly in advance
This structure ensures consistency, continuity, and a service that integrates seamlessly into your household.

Frequently Asked Questions Is this service for special occasions or dinner parties? No. In Residence is focused on elevated everyday meals. This service is designed for real life. weeknights, family dinners, and consistent nourishment. How often do you cook in our home? A minimum of two cooking days per week is required. Additional days can be added based on your household’s needs. How does meal planning work? Meals are planned monthly. Planning may be done collaboratively with the family or independently by the chef and sent for approval. Approved menus can be adjusted; changes may incur a fee. Do you handle grocery shopping? Yes. Groceries are sourced by the chef or coordinated with the family to ensure ingredients are available prior to service. Grocery costs are paid by the client. Can you accommodate dietary needs or allergies? Absolutely. Dietary needs, allergies, and preferences are managed as part of the service. Will there be leftovers? Meals are prepared thoughtfully and family-style, so households often find their needs supported beyond scheduled cooking days. Is there a minimum commitment? Yes. In Residence requires a three-month minimum commitment to allow time to build rhythm and deliver full value. Where do you offer services? We are based in Minneapolis and serve the Twin Cities metro area. Travel outside the metro is considered for the right fit. How do we get started? To begin, complete our inquiry form so we can learn more about your household and determine if In Residence is the right fit.
