Bryant HarenPrivate Chef in Alexandria, VA

New to HELMMichelin-trained, DC private chef for UHNW families & estates

The Chef

The Story

Bryant Haren is the Chef and Founder of Ingrain Hospitality, creating bespoke private dining and curated culinary experiences defined by intention, refinement and exceptional hospitality.Drawing from a background in Michelin-starred kitchens, his approach brings restaurant-level precision into private settings- where each menu is composed for the occasion, every detail is considered , and no two experiences are ever the same.

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Where Bryant Haren serves

Washington, DC · 100 miNew York, NY · 100 miWest Palm Beach, FL · 25 miMiami, FL · 25 miLos Angeles, CA · 25 miBig Sky, MT · 25 miLas Vegas, NV · 25 miSeattle, WA · 25 miTampa, FL · 25 mi

The Menu

Services & Pricing

Corporate Catering

$125.00 / guest

Refined, ready to serve menu designed for meetings, executive lunches and corporate gatherings

Grocery & ingredients from $100.00 / guest · 15–250 guests

Brunch

$150.00 / guest

A relaxed yet refined brunch featuring seasonal dishes, designed for your leisurely gatherings.

Grocery & ingredients from $150.00 / guest · 10–250 guests

Cocktail Party

$200.00 / guest

Composed bites, thoughtful cocktails, and seamless service for your elegant gathering.

Grocery & ingredients from $150.00 / guest · 10–250 guests

Plated Dinner

$250.00 / guest

A refined, coursed dinner brought to your table with thoughtful cuisine and polished tableside service.

Grocery & ingredients from $200.00 / guest · 6–250 guests

Family Style Dinner

$250.00 / guest

Generous, beautifully presented dishes made for sharing — effortless hospitality and connection at your table.

Grocery & ingredients from $200.00 / guest · 4–250 guests

Tasting Menu

$400.00 / guest

A progressive, multi-course experience composed with intention and tailored to your occasion, plated and presented at your table.

Grocery & ingredients from $250.00 / guest · 6–40 guests

Wedding / Special Events

$450.00 / guest

Bespoke culinary experience thoughtfully composed around your celebration, from the menu and presentation to seamless service & execution

Grocery & ingredients from $0.00 / guest · 10–250 guests

250 guests maximum · Books up to 12 months in advance

Work History

January 2023 - Present

Owner · Ingrain Hospitality · Washington, DC

Private Chef serving UHNW families throughout Washington,D.C. & abroad, providing weekly culinary programs, private dinners, entertaining and bespoke events for intimate gatherings through 200 people.

March 2021 - January 2023

Executive Chef · Barca Pier & Wine Bar · Alexandria, VA

Opening chef directing a team of 45+, leading new menu R&D, managing four reporting chefs, top 100 places to eat in North America for Al Fresco Dining along with other notable mentions.

July 2020 - February 2021

Chef de Cuisine · Waypoint · Cambridge, MA

Directed a team of 25+, led menu development and R&D for H&K Restaurant Group, headed fermentation and preservation, and helped establish companywide SOPs and launch three successful restaurants.

2018-2020

Chef · Gravitas · Washington D.C.

Prepared and executed seasonal tasting menus in a fast-paced one Michelin Star Kitchen, maintaining exacting standards of technique , consistency and service.

Education

2017Culinary Science, Culinary Institute of America

Skills

Luxury Private DiningFamily Office ExperienceCorporate Executive EventsWedding / Large EventsTasting MenuItalianMediterraneanSpanishkosherFarm to TableNew AmericanAsian

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Reserve Bryant Haren

from $125.00 / guest

4–250 guests · Books up to 12 months ahead

No charge now — Bryant Haren reviews your request first.

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