Hibachi night in Vergennes, right at home

Dinner at your place in Vergennes

Backyards in Vergennes come in every size. If a grill and a picnic table fit, the chef can work there. Vergennes, Elkville, Dowell, Ava: all on the list.

62994 is the Vergennes ZIP, and it's on the map.

How much to budget in Vergennes

A Vergennes crowd of 22 adults and 3 children runs $1,300 on two proteins each, or $1,550 if everybody goes for three.

Setting up at your place

Farm properties and lake places near Vergennes work well. Put the grill on the drive or a level spot by the shed, not inside it.

Hosts in Vergennes ask

How long does the whole thing take?

Figure an hour and a half on the grill. Setup happens before you eat, and the chef wipes down the cooking spot before leaving.

Do I tip the chef?

If you want to. It isn't built into the price.

What's the going rate in Vergennes?

Two proteins: $55 a grown-up, $30 a kid under 12. Three proteins: $65 and $40. Food has to hit $500.

What can people order?

Pick from chicken, steak, shrimp, scallops, salmon or vegetable tofu. Want filet? Add $5. Lobster tail? Add $10.

Is there a travel fee to Vergennes?

$50 for the first 50 miles, then $1 a mile. The booking page shows the exact number for your Vergennes address.

What do you need from me?

A flat outdoor spot, tables, chairs, plates and forks. The chef handles the cooking end completely.

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