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# Can I choose the menu?

# Can I choose the menu?
**Yes** — this is one of the best parts of booking through ChefMaison.
## No fixed menus
There are no set menus to pick from. You shape the courses, flavors, cuisine, and any dietary needs directly with your chef before your event — whether you'd rather keep things simple and familiar, or try a cuisine you've always wanted to experience.
## A starting point, if you'd like one
Many chefs have an **Inspiration Menu** on their profile — a sample menu that shows their style and gives you ideas to draw from. Think of it as a helpful starting point, not a fixed option: you can take it as-is, or ask your chef to adapt it around your preferences, allergies, dietary needs, or anything else you have in mind.
## How it works
Once you're in touch with a chef, you'll plan the menu together in the chat — discussing your preferences, the occasion, and any specific requests. The chef then builds a proposal around exactly what you've discussed.
> 💡 The more you share about what you're hoping for — favorite ingredients, a cuisine you love, dishes to avoid — the more personal and accurate your chef's menu suggestions will be.