Farm Fresh Private Chef
Experience the art of luxury private dining in Charlotte, crafted passionately by The Tiny Chef —your personal chef, sommelier, and purveyor of nature's finest honey.
Private Dining, cooking classes, Boutique Events, to meal prep
From private dining, in-home cooking classes to adult wine education, let Chef Susanne teach you the joys of creating your culinary masterpieces.
Treat your family, friends, or guests to a unique experience in the comfort of your own home. From relaxed family-style food to a 5 or 6-course luxurious Italian cuisine, we adhere to dietary needs and source locally.
Hi! I’m Susanne,
Your personal chef!
I own and operate a small farm in Gold Hill, NC, where we grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, and edible flowers. I’m a farm-fresh chef, sommelier, beekeeper, and honey peddler.
(Fun fact: we currently have 4 bee hives!)
I believe in taking on any challenges that life may bring, and I hope the experiences will continue teaching me how to be a better chef, tiny farmer, teacher, and human.
The Tiny Chef is dedicated to teaching those passionate about cooking beautiful meals using sustainable and practical techniques while supporting local North Carolina farmers. From cooking classes for all ages to wine education for adults, let me teach you the joys of creating your culinary masterpieces, which your friends and family will discuss for weeks.
At The Tiny Chef, we offer a bespoke culinary experience tailored to your needs, whether you're hosting an intimate dinner or a grand celebration. As your dedicated private chef, we create multi-course plated dinners, elevated family-style meals, and exquisite cocktail parties. Our services extend beyond just the food; we create a complete dining experience that reflects your tastes and preferences, using farm-fresh ingredients sourced from our Gold Hill, NC farm. With personalized meal prep and retreat catering also available, The Tiny Chef ensures every meal is a culinary masterpiece designed to impress and satisfy.
Our services
personal chef
Our private chef service is designed to bring the luxury of a personalized dining experience right to your home or special event. As your private chef, The Tiny Chef will craft custom menus that cater to your specific tastes and dietary preferences, using the freshest farm-to-table ingredients sourced from our own farm and local partners. Whether it's an intimate multi-course dinner, a family-style gathering, or a sophisticated cocktail party, our private chef service ensures that every dish is prepared with precision and artistry, offering you and your guests an unforgettable culinary experience.
cooking classes
Our private cooking classes bring the expertise of a private chef directly to your kitchen, offering a fun, hands-on experience tailored to your skill level and culinary interests. Perfect for families, individuals, and small groups, these classes are ideal for birthdays, special occasions, or simply learning something new. Under Susanne Dillingham’s guidance, you'll create delicious dishes using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. We offer in-home classes around the Charlotte area, including Waxhaw, Weddington, Lake Norman, and Mooresville, NC
In-Home Private Events
Our in-home private catering and Farm events bring a personalized dining experience to our fam in Gold Hill, NC, or the comfort of your home, perfect for intimate gatherings, celebrations, or special occasions. As your private chef, Susanne Dillingham plans multi-course and family-style dinners, charcuterie and wine, and small plates for a sophisticated cocktail party. We have menu ideas for any intimate occasion. The Tiny Chef handles every detail to ensure a seamless and luxurious event. Serving the surrounding Charlotte area and beyond for luxury clients.
life on the farm
Life on the farm in Gold Hill, North Carolina, is a vibrant mix of growing fruits, vegetables, and flowers, all nurtured by the hands that harvest them. Each day brings the joy of tending to lush gardens bursting with seasonal produce while bees buzz around, busy making golden honey. It’s a place where nature’s bounty thrives, and every harvest adds a fresh, flavorful touch to the dishes we create.
Tiny Farm Honey
Tiny Farm Honey is the sweetest treasure from our farm, crafted with care by our busy bees. Each jar is filled with pure, golden honey, rich in flavor, and harvested right from our hives. This honey isn’t just a natural sweetener—it’s a taste of the farm itself, capturing the essence of the flowers and plants that flourish here. We love our bees, and you’ll love our honey.
Farm Events
Farm events are where dining meets nature in a magical setting. We host intimate dinner parties and gatherings right on the farm, surrounded by the beauty of the fields and gardens. Guests enjoy farm-fresh, seasonal dishes prepared with ingredients grown just steps away, creating an unforgettable experience of dining under the stars.
Farm to table
Farm-to-table isn’t just a concept—it’s a way of life. We grow various fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs right on our farm, ensuring that each dish is packed with the vibrant flavors of the season. From crisp greens and juicy tomatoes to fragrant herbs, every ingredient is harvested at its peak, making its way from our fields to your plate with care and craftsmanship.
