EFFORTLESS DINNER PARTIES
& PRIVATE CHEF SERVICES
IN AUSTIN, TEXAS.
Award-Winning Private Chef Services for those who believe dinner is more than a meal, it’s a moment worth savoring.
SOUTHERN WITH
A FRENCH TWIST
We bring Texans together with effortless, elevated culinary experiences crafted for every occasion, from intimate dinner parties and retreats to vacation homes and private jets.
Private Chef Services,
Luxury Dinner Parties,
Private In-flight Catering,
& Boutique Catering
rooted in abundant hospitality and thoughtful details.
Proudly serving the heart of Austin, Texas and surrounding areas:
Westlake, Tarrytown, Rollingwood,
Barton Creek, Wimberley, Canyon Lake,
San Marcos & New Braunfels
and other Austin-area neighborhoods,
one unforgettable gathering at a time.
BESPOKE PRIVATE CHEF SERVICES IN AUSTIN, TEXAS
We’re more than a chef in your kitchen, we’re your partner in unforgettable and effortless hosting. With chef-led experiences and gracious service, we partner with you to create a gathering that feels personal, polished, and deeply memorable for you
and every guest at the table.
Based in Austin, Texas, we specialize in elevated dinner parties, private inflight catering, boutique gatherings, and private chef services inspired by French technique and Southern hospitality. Our chef-led team handles every detail with care, transforming your home into a five-star setting where connection comes first and every course feels like a celebration.
We bring the art of abundant hospitality to life, making every gathering effortless, elegant, and deeply memorable. Our mission is to help you share more meaningful moments around the table with those you love.
WE’RE HERE TO HELP YOU GATHER MORE OFTEN, MORE MEANINGFULLY,
& WITH MORE EASE.
At Southern with a French Twist, we believe that regular, intentional meals with others aren’t a luxury, they’re essential.
Because, the best kind of connection happens over a shared meal. It’s the perfect excuse to slow down, swap stories, and fill your plates, and your hearts, with something unforgettable.
OUR AUSTIN, TEXAS PERSONAL & PRIVATE CHEF SERVICES
Gather and Experience a fresh take on
Private Chef Services.
Elegant, Host-Forward, & Deeply Personal
Private Chef for Luxury Dinner Parties in Austin & The Texas Hill Country
Hosting should feel joyful, not like a second job. Our private dinner party service is crafted for those who value connection, beauty, and ease. Whether you're gathering in Austin or the Hill Country, we transform your space into a haven for conversation and celebration.
From custom seasonal menus to intentionally set tables and seamless clean-up, every detail is handled with care by our chef-led team. You won’t just serve your guests, you’ll join them, fully present and effortlessly at ease. This is abundant hospitality at its most gracious.
Inflight Catering for Private Aviation
in Austin, Texas
You’re responsible for every detail at 40,000 feet—and you shouldn’t have to worry about what’s packed in the galley. Our inflight catering service was built with flight attendants in mind: elegantly packaged, impeccably prepared, and delivered with the same attention to detail you give your passengers.
Private Chef Date Night Experience
in Austin, Texas
No crowds, no rushing, no distractions. Our private chef Date Night experiences are crafted for couples who value connection, ease, and an evening that feels both intentional and indulgent. Whether you're celebrating something special or simply carving out time for each other, we’ll create a beautiful, uninterrupted experience in the comfort of your home or Airbnb.
Private Chef Dinner Parties for Bachelorettes in Austin, Texas
Your Austin bachelorette party deserves more than a rushed restaurant reservation and crowded atmosphere, it deserves a dining experience that’s as unique and memorable as the occasion itself. Whether you’re celebrating in a downtown Airbnb, a lakeside retreat, or a cozy vacation rental, our bachelorette dinner parties offer a slower, more meaningful moment in the middle of the fun. Think candlelight, curated menus, beautifully set tables, and plenty of laughter over good wine and even better food.
Vacation Private Chef Services for Airbnb Stays in Austin & the Hill Country
You’re finally away, let’s make sure it feels like it.
Our Vacation Chef service brings effortless meals to your Airbnb or vacation rental, so you can focus on relaxing, reconnecting, and enjoying the people around you. From welcome night grazing boards to full weekend menus—including brunch, lunch, and dinner—we handle every detail with care.
No grocery runs. No meal planning. No dishes. Just thoughtful, chef-prepared meals served in the comfort of your home-away-from-home. Whether you're hosting a girls’ trip, birthday weekend, or family retreat, we help you make the most of your time together—because isn’t that the whole point?
Private Chef Services for Ranches & Retreats Outside Austin, Texas
Our private chef services for ranches, estates, and retreats throughout the Texas Hill Country are designed for effortless entertaining. Whether you're hosting family, friends, or high-value guests, we provide full-service culinary support that lets you focus on what matters most.
From multi-day menus and stocked fridges to beautifully prepared meals served at your pace, we create a seamless, elevated experience—without disrupting the flow of your weekend or the quiet of your land. Every detail is handled with care, so you don’t have to lift a finger.
Brunch Catering
in Austin Texas
Whether you’re hosting a bridal brunch, baby shower, birthday celebration, or a just-because gathering, our chef-led brunches bring intention, abundance, and ease to the table so you can be fully present in the moment.
Micro Wedding Catering
in Austin Texas
We offer private chef-led catering experiences for micro weddings and intimate gatherings across Austin and the Texas Hill Country, designed for couples who want something more meaningful than traditional wedding catering. Whether you're exchanging vows under a live oak tree or celebrating with 20 of your closest people in a private home, we’re here to help you gather in a way that feels completely your own. We specialize in intimate gatherings of 2–40 guests.
Everything But The Wedding Catering in Austin Texas
Your wedding may be a grand celebration but the most meaningful moments often happen at the table, before or after the big day. Whether you're hosting a welcome dinner with close friends, a private brunch for your bridal party, or a relaxed family meal before the big event, we bring thoughtful hospitality to every gathering outside the main ceremony.
Retreat Catering
in Austin Texas
Whether you’re curating a wellness weekend, creative gathering, spiritual intensive, or leadership retreat, we work alongside you to craft meals that nourish body and soul without pulling your attention from your group.
Executive Catering for Businesses
in Austin Texas
When you're hosting a board meeting, client dinner, or leadership retreat, every touchpoint matters. Our executive catering is built for discerning hosts who value emotional intelligence, seamless flow, and meals that match the caliber of the moment.
Holiday Party Catering
in Austin Texas
Whether you’re hosting a festive dinner for your family, a holiday celebration with friends, or an end-of-year client event, our holiday catering services in Austin, Texas bring intention and ease to every detail so you can focus on what matters most: being fully present at the table.
PARTNER WITH US
BOUTIQUE HOTELS AND
SHORT-TERM RENTALS
IN AUSTIN & THE TEXAS HILL COUNTRY
Give your guests more
than a place to stay,
give them a reason to come back.
We partner with boutique hotels and elevated short-term rentals to offer thoughtfully curated, chef-prepared meals that make every stay feel personal and unforgettable. Whether it’s daily breakfast service, a multi-course welcome dinner, or an in-home chef for the weekend, we bring refined hospitality and seasonal menus straight to the table.
With warm, discreet service and seamless execution, we help you deliver guest experiences that feel indulgent, intentional, and deeply cared for, so your property stands out for all the right reasons.
MEET ASHLEY CASEBIER OLSON
Founder & Executive Chef,
Southern with a French Twist
After years in the corporate world, I realized I was craving more connection, more meaning, and more moments that felt real. So I left my career in tech, graduated with highest honors from the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts, and built Southern with a French Twist to help others find what I was seeking: space to gather, savor, and truly be with the people we love.
Rooted in my Southern upbringing and shaped by my love for French culinary traditions, this work isn’t just about food, it’s about presence. I believe in candlelight and place cards, passed platters and quiet laughter. I believe that beauty invites us to slow down, and that a shared meal can turn strangers into family.
Today, I’m honored to bring that kind of hospitality to private homes, retreats, ranches, and private jets throughout Austin and the Texas Hill Country. Whether it’s an anniversary dinner, a client retreat, or a girls’ weekend in the Hill Country, my goal is always the same: to take the weight off your shoulders as the host and create space for something unforgettable.
I’ve always believed the table is one of the last sacred spaces we have, a place where we slow down, share stories, & remember what really matters.
5
THINGS ABOUT ASHLEY
…that have everything to do with how I host.
1. I believe candlelight is a love language.Even Tuesday dinner tastes better when the lighting is soft & the vibe is warm.
3. I live for tiny details. Handwritten menus, hot towel service, chilled champagne flutes, those little touches that say, you matter.
2. My favorite seat is the one facing the whole table. I want to see people lean in, laugh hard, & relax into the evening.
4. I always have a playlist ready. The right music makes a meal feel like a memory while it’s still unfolding.
5. I host the way my grandmother did. With heart, with pride, & with plenty of extra just in case.
OUR FIVE STAR AUSTIN PERSONAL & PRIVATE CHEF TESTIMONIALS
WHY OUR CLIENTS LOVE US
At Southern with a French Twist, we believe the most memorable meals aren’t just about the food, they’re about how you feel around the table.
Our clients choose us because we offer more than a beautifully plated dinner. We offer presence. Ease. A return to what matters most. Whether you’re hosting lifelong friends or gathering new ones, we take care of every detail—from the first taste of amuse bouche to the last dish washed—so you can slip into the evening with grace and truly enjoy it.
They love us for our quiet luxury, thoughtful touches, and the way we make entertaining feel as beautiful as it looks. From seasonal tablescapes and curated menus to warm towel service and candlelight, our dinner parties are deeply personal, never cookie-cutter.
Because you deserve to be the guest at your own gathering and you deserve a partner who understands the power of that moment.
This inflight catering was absolutely fabulous! The passengers loved everything from the food to the presentation! You definitely know how to set up for success. Can't wait to be in Austin again soon!
- Lizz S.
I've had Ashley and the Southern With a French Twist team cater two meals for my company and a holiday dinner at my house. All have been wonderful! Ashley not only brings amazing food to the table, she is warm and friendly and her love of beautiful and delicious food is contagious. She takes care of everything! I cannot more highly recommend.
- Sandy T .
I wanted to extend my thanks for the beautiful inflight catering yesterday. It was presented beautifully and packaged perfectly; my guests were beyond pleased with the quality food. Thank you for accommodating a last-minute request over a busy holiday as well!
- Kate M.
Chef Ashley and her team were phenomenal! My husband worked with her on the perfect menu for my 40th birthday celebration at a vacation house. Beyond the meal being absolutely delicious, Ashley was punctual, proactive, responsive, friendly and professional. Our guests raved about the food and service, top notch. Thank you for making my birthday celebration a memory we won’t forget!
- Michelle A.
This is not catering. This is curated hospitality. At Southern with a French Twist, we don’t drop off food and disappear. We design an experience, from the first glass poured to the final dish washed, so you can be a guest in your own home.
Chef Ashley cooked for our annual girls trip and the food was absolutely amazing! I loved that she took care of everything and even provided conversation points for us to discuss! All the little details she provided for our girls night was amazing! Thank you Chef Ashley!
- Kristen L.
We had an absolutely delicious and excellent dinner from Southern with a French Twist. We celebrated our 20th anniversary and it was much more intimate and special than any restaurant experience. The staff was great and really made sure we had a good experience.
- Amanda
We reached out to Chef Ashley and her team about having someone make dinner for us at a vacation rental for a girls weekend. The whole experience from the booking process, meal selection, and the actual evening were top notch. The food and service were fantastic, it felt like we were at a five star restaurant, but in the comfort of our house. It was the highlight of our weekend. Big thank you to Chef Ashley, Chef Mary, and our server Abbie!
- Berkley M.
I wanted to thank you so much for your INCREDIBLE service! You truly went above and beyond from start to finish. Hands down a flight attendant's dream catering situation. The detailed labeling is something that I wish all caterers would do. The.BEST!! And the food was phenomenal. Passengers and crew loved it all. And your sweet hand-written note to top it off :). We definitely need more chefs and catering companies like you in this industry. Thank you thank you thank you!
- Laura P.
