Celebrations with myCHEF
Planning a Villa Wedding
Everything you need to know about hosting your wedding at a Bali villa with full catering, logistics, and service.
Wedding Service Options — meet our chefs
Pre-Wedding Dinners
Intimate welcome dinners for rehearsal or welcome events
Best for: 20–50 guests
Quoted individually in your proposal
Wedding Reception Dinner
Full multi-course wedding dinner with waiters and bar service
Best for: 30–200 guests
Quoted individually in your proposal
Destination Wedding Package
Multiple events over a weekend (welcome, rehearsal, main reception)
Best for: Multi-day events
Quoted individually in your proposal
Post-Wedding Brunch
Casual brunch or day-after gathering
Best for: 20–100 guests
Quoted individually in your proposal
Planning Timeline
3+ months before
Initial consultation & venue check
Discuss vision, guest count, date, and venue. Chef visits villa for kitchen assessment.
2-3 months
Proposal & menu planning
Detailed quote, team size, menu options, timeline, and service setup.
6 weeks before
Deposit & team lock
50% deposit secures the date and chef team. Final guest count confirmed.
2-3 weeks
Menu final approval
All dishes locked. Wines or specialty items ordered. Service timeline finalized.
1 week before
Final walk-through
Kitchen setup, serving area, table layout, timing, and any last-minute changes.
Wedding day
Full service execution
Chef team arrives 4-5 hours early. Setup, cooking, service, and cleanup.
What's Included
- ✓Executive chef + sous chef + line cooks
- ✓All ingredients (locally sourced where possible — see our catering options)
- ✓Full kitchen setup and sanitation
- ✓Service team (waiters, bartenders)
- ✓Linens, glassware, tableware, presentation
- ✓Complete cleanup and restoration
- ✓Dietary customization and allergies handled
- ✓Menu adjustments during consultation
What's NOT Included
- –Premium beverages (wine, spirits) — we recommend local suppliers
- –Venue rental (if using external location)
- –Wedding cake or dessert from external baker
- –Photographer or videographer
- –Guest accommodation
- –Transportation for guests or staff
Wedding Questions
How much does wedding catering in Bali cost?
Wedding reception catering is quoted per guest based on menu and guest count. See <a href="/events/weddings">wedding catering</a>, <a href="/bali-wedding-catering-packages">packages</a> and <a href="/pricing">pricing</a> for published guidance.
Do you offer menu tastings for weddings?
Yes — tastings are part of wedding planning for full receptions, scheduled before the day.
Can you handle banjar fees and villa permissions?
We coordinate with villa managers on access, noise and banjar requirements and list third-party fees in the proposal.
Can guests bring their own alcohol?
Yes — BYO with service staff, or full bar packages. <a href="/in-villa-service/bartenders">Bartenders</a>.
What is the rain plan for outdoor receptions?
Every outdoor wedding has a covered fallback (marquee/indoor) confirmed before the day.
Do you cater rehearsal and welcome dinners?
Yes — BBQ, family-style or plated formats via <a href="/events">events</a> and <a href="/catering">catering</a>.
What staffing ratio do you use?
About one waiter per 8–10 seated guests, plus kitchen lead; cocktail hours add tray staff.
Can you work with our wedding planner?
Yes — daily collaboration with planners and villa managers.
Do you offer halal-friendly wedding menus?
Yes — pork-free and halal-sensitive lines when specified at planning.
How is this different from a private chef dinner?
Weddings are multi-guest production. Couples dinners: <a href="/fine-dining/romantic-dinner">romantic dinner</a>.
Which areas host most villa weddings?
Uluwatu, Canggu, Seminyak, Ubud, Nusa Dua and Jimbaran are common — we cover island-wide.
Can kids and elderly dietary needs be managed?
Yes — labelled plates and briefed service for mixed multi-gen guest lists.
Is this guide free?
Yes — educational content to help you plan. Booking is optional.
Can myCHEF deliver what this guide describes?
Yes — start at <a href="/services">services</a> or <a href="/private-chef-bali">private chef</a>.
How do I get prices after reading?
See <a href="/pricing">pricing</a> or WhatsApp a fixed quote request.
Does advice apply across Bali?
Yes for major villa areas — confirm logistics for remote spots.
Allergies covered in real bookings?
Yes — brief us at enquiry. <a href="/blog/food-allergies-dietary-requirements-private-chef-bali">Allergy guide</a>.
Daily chef vs one dinner?
Multi-day stays → private chef day rates; celebration nights → fine dining or catering.
How to book after this guide?
WhatsApp date, guests, area — <a href="/book">book</a>.
Related services?
Browse <a href="/dining-styles">dining styles</a> and <a href="/events">events</a>.
Let's plan your wedding
Message us with your wedding date and venue details. We'll send a full proposal within 24 hours. Or view our pricing first.
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