upcoming events
My Private Chef presents a Caribbean Flavorfest at the Cheney Mansion in Oak Park, IL.
Monday, September 20, 2010 - 7:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong has been invited back to the elegant Cheney Mansion to present a fabulous Caribbean themed ... [Read more]
My Private Chef continues Healthy Cooking Demonstration Series at Gilda's Club, Chicago
Tuesday, September 14, 2010 - 6:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong of the upscale Chicago private dining service, My Private Chef, will continue his series of healthy cooking demonstrations at Gilda's Club, Chi... [Read more]
My Private Chef presents a Spanish Tapas Cooking Class at Whole Foods Market, Lakeview
Sunday, August 29, 2010 - 12:00pm
Come experience the flavors of S... [Read more]
Chef Tong presents a Cooking Demonstration with Seasonal ingredients at Andersonville Farmers Market
Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 4:30pm
On Wednesday, August 25, 2010, at 4:30... [Read more]
My Private Chef at Taste of Andersonville Dinner Crawl
Wednesday, August 18, 2010 - 6:00pm
The popular Chef Christopher Tong, of My Private Chef, the upscale Chicago-based private gourmet dining service, will be serving one of his culinary delights at the Taste of Andersonville Dinn... [Read more]
Chef Christopher Tong appears at Chicago's Green City Market
Wednesday, July 14, 2010 - 10:30am
Chef Christopher Tong, one of Chicagoland’s most accomplished chefs and a favorite at Chicago's Green City Market will appear again this year to share his culinary expertise as he presents a... [Read more]
Chef Christopher Tong presents Fresh Flavors on the 4th at Chicago Botanic Garden Chef Series
Sunday, July 4, 2010 - 1:30pm
Chef Tong will present a cooking demonstration featuring seasonal ingredients at Chicago Botanic Garden’s popular annual Garden Chef Series... [Read more]
My Private Chef appears at Taste of Chicago 2010
Thursday, July 1, 2010 - 11:00am
Chef Christopher Tong will appear again this year at the Dominick's Cooking Corner at Taste of Chicago... [Read more]
My Private Chef creates a delicious Summer Menu at Bloomingdale's Home & Furniture Store
Saturday, June 26, 2010 - 2:00pm
Looking for fresh menu ideas for summer get-toget... [Read more]
My Private Chef presents Healthy Cooking at Gilda's Club Chicago
Tuesday, June 8, 2010 - 6:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong will continue his series of healthy cooking demonstrations at Gilda's Club, Chi... [Read more]
Chef Christopher Tong presents a spectacular menu for Spring entertaining at the Cheney Mansion
Monday, May 3, 2010 - 7:00pm
What better place to celebrate the arrival of Spring than at the beautiful Cheney Mansion in Oak Park, Illi... [Read more]
Get a Taste of Spring at Whole Foods Market with Chef Tong of My Private Chef
Sunday, April 25, 2010 - 12:00pm
Whole Foods Market welcomes back Executive Chef Christopher Tong of the upscale Chicago-based private gourmet dining service, My Private ... [Read more]
Join My Private Chef for a Caribbean Flavorfest at Bloomingdale's Home & Furniture Store, Oakbrook, IL
Saturday, April 17, 2010 - 1:00pm
Chef Chris has been invited back to present some tasty Caribbean theme rec... [Read more]
My Private Chef blooms with ideas for Spring at Bloomingdale's Home & Furniture Store
Saturday, March 27, 2010 - 2:00pm
Executive Chef Christopher Tong of the upscale Chicago-based private gourmet dining service, My Private Chef, will make another appearance at Bloomingdale's Home & Furniture S... [Read more]
My Private Chef celebrates Fat Tuesday at Gilda's Club Chicago
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - 6:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong will continue his series of healthy cooking demonstrations at Gilda's Club, Chi... [Read more]
MY PRIVATE CHEF FEATURES WINTER SOUPS COOKING CLASS AT WHOLE FOODS MARKET IN LAKEVIEW
Sunday, January 31, 2010 - 12:00pm
Shake off the winter blues with a cooking class featuring three hot soup creations that will delight your family and fri... [Read more]
My Private Chef Presents an Elegant Cooking Class at the Cheney Mansion in Oak Park, IL
Monday, January 25, 2010 - 7:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong, of the upscale Chicago-based private gourmet dining service, My Private Chef, has been invited to the beautiful Cheney Mansion to present an elegant Winter ... [Read more]
My Private Chef shakes off the winter blues with a Cooking Segment on ABC 7 News at 11:00am on Monday, January 25
Monday, January 25, 2010 - 11:00am
Chef Christopher Tong will appear on ABC 7 News at 11:00 am on Monday, January 25, in a cooking demonstration featuring Winter soups and talks about his upcoming appearance at Whole Foods Mark... [Read more]
My Private Chef presents Holiday Entertaining Ideas at Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store, Chicago
Friday, December 18, 2009 - 2:00pm
Looking forward to the holidays, Chef Christopher Tong has developed a simple, yet elegant, meal that your family and guests will app... [Read more]
If you’re ready to get excited about Thanksgiving and Holiday entertaining, this cooking class will spark your interest.
Sunday, November 22, 2009 - 12:00pm
Whole Foods welcomes back Chef Christopher Tong of the upscale Chicago-based private gourmet dining service, My Private ... [Read more]
Chef Tong returns to Gilda's Club Chicago
Tuesday, November 10, 2009 - 6:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong of the upscale Chicago private dining service, My Private Chef, will continue his series of healthy cooking demonstrations at Gilda's Club, Chi... [Read more]
My Private Chef has been invited to the beautiful Cheney Mansion to present an elegant Fall menu
Monday, November 2, 2009 - 7:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong has been invited to the beautiful Cheney Mansion to present an elegant menu perfect for Fall entertai... [Read more]
My Private Chef presents a fall cooking demonstration at the Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store in Oakbrook, IL
Saturday, October 31, 2009 - 1:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong, has been invited back to present some delicious recipes perfect for Fall entertaining. He will conduct the cooking demonstration on Saturday, October 31 at 1... [Read more]
Chef Chris Tong makes his first appearance at Chicago's Green City Market
Saturday, October 3, 2009 - 10:30am
Chef Tong will present a cooking demonstration featuring locally produced seasonal ingredients offered by the Green City Market. The demonstration is on Saturday, October 3 at 10:30 ... [Read more]
Chef Tong presents Fresh Menu Ideas at Chicago Botanic Garden Chef Series
Sunday, September 13, 2009 - 1:30pm
Once again, Chef Christopher Tong will share his culinary expertise, preparing a delicious dish with garden fresh ingredients during the annual Garden Chef Series... [Read more]
Join My Private Chef for a delicious seasonal cooking demonstration at Andersonville Farmers Market, Chicago
Wednesday, September 9, 2009 - 5:30pm
Andersonville is one of the more charming neighborhoods in Chicago. For a few warm months, it hosts a Farmers Market alive with seasonal fruits, vegetables and other deli... [Read more]
Chef Tong continues his Cooking Series at Gilda's Club Chicago
Tuesday, August 11, 2009 - 6:00pm
Once again, Chef Chris will demonstrate how to prepare a simple, yet elegant, meal. People living with cancer know that healthy eating is important for the body and the sp... [Read more]
Join My Private Chef at 2009 Taste of Chicago/Dominick’s Cooking Corner
Sunday, June 28, 2009 - 12:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong, one of Chicagoland’s most accomplished chefs and a favorite at Taste of Chicago will appear again this year at the Dominick’s Cooking Corner... [Read more]
Chef Tong creates a delicious Summer Menu at Bloomingdale's Home & Furniture Store
Saturday, June 6, 2009 - 2:00pm
Looking for fresh menu ideas for summer get-togethers? Join Chef Tong at Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store and learn how to use fresh summer ingredients in some delicious rec... [Read more]
My Private Chef presents a Seasonal Menu at Whole Foods Market Lakeview
Sunday, May 31, 2009 - 12:00pm
Our Executive Chef, Christopher Tong will make another appearance in the on-site classroom at the Whole Foods Market Lakeview, 3300 North Ashland Avenue, Chi... [Read more]
My Private Chef presents a Gourmet Approach to Healthy Eating
Tuesday, May 26, 2009 - 6:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong of the upscale private gourmet dining service, My Private Chef, will demonstrate how to prepare a simple, yet elegant seafood re... [Read more]
My Private Chef returns to Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store in Oakbrook, Illinois
Saturday, May 16, 2009 - 1:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong, of the upscale private gourmet dining service, My Private Chef,
has been invited to present another delicious menu. He will conduct the cooking demonstr... [Read more]
My Private Chef Blooms with Ideas for Spring Entertaining at Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store, Chicago, IL
Saturday, March 7, 2009 - 2:00pm
Whether you are entertaining friends or planning some delicious family meals, Chef Christopher Tong of My Private Chef has fresh menu ideas for Sp... [Read more]
Chef Tong to Serve on the Panel at the Culinary Competition sponsored by Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP)
Saturday, February 7, 2009 - 8:00am
Chef Christopher Tong, owner of the popular private chef and gourmet dining service, My Private Chef, will serve on a panel at the Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) preliminary Coo... [Read more]
Chef Tong of My Private Chef appears at Whole Foods Market Lakeview
Wednesday, February 4, 2009 - 7:00pm
Whole Foods welcomes back Executive Chef Christopher Tong of the upscale Chicago-based private gourmet dining service, My Private ... [Read more]
Chef Tong demonstrates a Gourmet Approach to Healthy Eating
Tuesday, January 27, 2009 - 6:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong of the private gourmet dining service, My Private Chef, will demonstrate how to prepare a simple but elegant recipe. Healthy eating is important for the body and the sp... [Read more]
My Private Chef to present a Delicious Holiday Menu at Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store
Friday, December 12, 2008 - 2:00pm
Here’s a splendid opportunity for Bloomingdale’s Holiday shoppers to watch Chef Tong work his culinary magic and pick up helpful ideas you can use at ... [Read more]
My Private Chef demonstrates a Gourmet Approach to Healthy Eating
Tuesday, November 11, 2008 - 6:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong of My Private Chef will continue his series of healthy cooking demonstrations at Gilda's ... [Read more]
An Elegant Fall menu from My Private Chef at Bloomingdale's Home & Furniture Store
Saturday, November 1, 2008 - 1:00pm
Executive Chef Christopher Tong of the Chicago-based private gourmet dining service, My Private Chef, has proven to be a favorite with Bloomingdale's shop... [Read more]
Whole Foods Market welcomes Chef Tong of My Private Chef
Wednesday, October 8, 2008 - 7:00pm
Executive Chef Christopher Tong of the Chicago-based private gourmet dining service, My Private Chef, will make his first appearance at the Whole Foods Market Lakeview, 3300 North Ashland Aven... [Read more]
Healthy Cooking Demonstration
Tuesday, September 23, 2008 - 6:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong of My Private Chef returns to Gilda’s Club to present a delicious menu calculated for healthy eating. Gilda’s Club is Chicago’s only free cancer support community... [Read more]
Cooking Demonstration at Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store
Saturday, September 20, 2008 - 2:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong will present a sizzling South American-inspired menu perfect for entertaining... [Read more]
Experience a “Summer Mediterranean Dinner” at Sur La Table
Friday, August 29, 2008 - 6:30pm
This class offers hands-on experience with Chef Chris Tong. You will come away with valuable tips and some great Mediterranean recipes for a summer get-together... [Read more]
“Chicken Fabrication” cooking class at Sur La Table
Tuesday, August 26, 2008 - 6:30pm
The class offers hands-on experience with Chef Chris Tong as you learn how to fabricate (cut-up) a chicken, prepare boneless dishes and more... [Read more]
Experience the “Art of Grilling” at Sur La Table
Thursday, July 31, 2008 - 6:30pm
This class offers hands-on experience with Chef Chris Tong. You will come away with valuable grill tips and some great recipes... [Read more]
“Entertaining under the Stars” cooking class at Sur La Table
Friday, July 25, 2008 - 6:30pm
The class offers hands-on experience with Chef Chris Tong as you learn how to prepare a delicious international small plates menu... [Read more]
Chicago Botanic Garden Chef Series
Saturday, July 19, 2008 - 1:30pm
Chef Tong will present a cooking demonstration featuring seasonal fresh ingredients during the
Chicago Botanic Garden’s popular annual Garden Chef Series... [Read more]
“Date Night in Sicily” cooking class at Sur La Table
Friday, June 27, 2008 - 6:30pm
A Sicilian meal designed to inspire romance... [Read more]
Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store
Saturday, June 7, 2008 - 2:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong from My Private Chef will present an exciting new Summer menu with tips on cooking and serving... [Read more]
Valley Lavosh Baking Company at National Restaurant Show in Chicago
Saturday, May 17, 2008 - 9:00am
Valley Lahvosh Baking Company, makers of award winning crackerbread and flatbread, has invited Chef Christopher Tong of the upscale Chicago-based My Private Chef to appear at the National Rest... [Read more]
“Meditteranean Grill” cooking class at Sur La Table
Friday, March 21, 2008 - 6:30pm
Add a new twist to your summer menus with a Mediterranean flair.... [Read more]
French Bistro cooking class at Sur La Table, Chicago
Friday, February 1, 2008 - 6:30pm
The class offers hands-on experience with Chef Chris Tong as you learn how to prepare delicious French Bistro fare... [Read more]
My Private Chef to prepare a Delicious Holiday Menu
Friday, December 21, 2007 - 2:00pm
Here’s a splendid opportunity for Bloomingdale’s Holiday shoppers to watch Chef Tong work his culinary magic and pick up helpful ideas you can use at ... [Read more]
An Elegant Fall Meal At Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store
Friday, October 26, 2007 - 2:00pm
Here’s a splendid opportunity for Bloomingdale’s shoppers to watch Chef Tong work his culinary magic and pick up helpful ideas you can use at home.... [Read more]
“Cruising the Mediterranean” cooking class at Sur La Table
Friday, October 5, 2007 - 6:30pm
The class offers hands-on experience with Chef Chris Tong as you learn how to prepare a delicious Mediterranean dinner... [Read more]
Health, Wellness And Beauty Night, The Enhance Educational Foundation's Fundraising Event
Thursday, October 4, 2007 - 5:30pm
This special event promotes health and wellness education to consumers and showcases premier beauty and luxury services in the Chicagoland ... [Read more]
South of France cooking class at Sur La Table
Friday, September 21, 2007 - 6:30pm
Are you a “foodie?” People who delight in cooking and serving gourmet food will find this cooking class irresistible... [Read more]
2007 Taste of Chicago, Dominick's Cooking Corner
Sunday, July 1, 2007 - 12:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong, one of Chicagoland's most accomplished chefs and a favorite at Taste of Chicago will appear again this year at the Dominick's Cooking Corner... [Read more]
Welcome Summer with Fresh Cooking ideas at Bloomingdale’s Home & Furniture Store
Saturday, June 30, 2007 - 2:00pm
Here’s a splendid opportunity for Bloomingdale’s shoppers to see how Chef Tong prepares an elegant Summer meal. The menu emphasizes freshness, eye-appeal, and, of course, taste!... [Read more]
Cooking Series at Gilda's Club
Tuesday, May 8, 2007 - 6:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong, of My Private Chef continues his series of cooking demonstrations on May 8, 2007 at 6pm at Gilda's Club Chicago. The club is located at 537 North Wells Street, Chi... [Read more]
Italian Menu Ideas at Bloomingdale's Home & Furniture Store at Medinah Temple
Saturday, March 3, 2007 - 2:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong from My Private Chef will prepare an elegant, Italian three-course meal for Bloomingdale's shop... [Read more]
Gilda's Club Chicago
Tuesday, February 27, 2007 - 6:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong continues his series of cooking demonstrations on February 27, 2007 at 6pm at Gilda's Club Chicago. The club is located at 537 North Wells Street, Chicago... [Read more]
Bloomingdale's Home & Furniture Store for Holiday Cooking Ideas
Friday, December 22, 2006 - 2:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong from My Private Chef has proven to be a favorite with Bloomingdale's shop... [Read more]
Enhance Foundation's Annual Health, Wellness, Beauty & Style Expo
Thursday, September 28, 2006 - 6:00pm
This special event promotes health and wellness education to consumers and showcases premier beauty and luxury services in the Chicagoland ... [Read more]
Gilda's Club with More Healthy Delicious Foods for People Living with Cancer
Tuesday, August 8, 2006 - 6:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong, of My Private Chef returns to Gilda's Club Chicago with his special blend of delicious treats all calculated for healthy ea... [Read more]
Dominick's Cooking Corner at the 26th annual Taste of Chicago
Friday, July 7, 2006 - 12:00pm
Chef Christopher Tong, one of Chicagoland's most accomplished chefs and a favorite at Taste of Chicago will appear again this year at the Dominick's Cooking Co... [Read more]
Enjoy Fresh Flavors at The Chicago Botanic Garden Great Chef Series
Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 1:30pm
Chef Christopher Tong of My Private Chef will present a cooking demonstration featuring garden-fresh ingredients at Chicago Botanic Garden's popular annual Great Chef Se... [Read more]