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Private Chef in Scottsdale & Paradise Valley

CUSTOM MEAL PREP + HOME CATERING

Private Chef Since 2012

Sous vide ribeye cap with pan seared scallops for dinner in Scottsdale

In office lunch in Phoenix with a broiled lobster tail

Sweet soy sous vide salmon on a bed of lo mein for a casual lunch in old town Scottsdale

Cocktail party in Phoenix with Chef Eric James. Red wine braised meatballs.

Chef Eric James in Scottsdale's favorite Thursday night snack, Korean popcorn, chicken with gochujang glaze

Strawberry and cream cheese bruschetta for a cocktail party in downtown Scottsdale

Lunch for a bachelorette party in Scottsdale. Crispy skin salmon with hearts of palm salad.

Family reunion in Scottsdale dinner party with Chef Eric James

Three course dinner party of a hearts of palm salad with a flat iron and shrimp, surf and turf with a vanilla bean Panna cotta

Tiny tacos for a cocktail party in downtown Scottsdale

Crispy calamari for a bachelor party in Sedona

Plated salad for a wedding rehearsal dinner in Phoenix

Macaroni and cheese served tableside for a dinner party in Sedona

Tiny tacos for a cocktail party in Scottsdale

Chef Eric James in Scottsdale after a dinner party for 50 in their home

Sous vide fillet with seared scallops on a better risotto with my clients favorite glass of wine with a dinner in North Scottsdale

Family style surf and turf in Sedona with a sous vide fillet with a shallot, red wine, compound butter, and broiled lobster tail

Custom meal prep for one of my MLB players in old town Scottsdale. Butter, garlic, roasted chicken

Korean chicken sandwich for custom meal prep for one of my MLB players in old town Scottsdale

Personal Chef Eric James in Sedona creating a pop-up restaurant in the Client's home for a wedding dinner.

Close-up view of breaded shrimp served with drizzled white sauce and garnished with chopped chives, with a side salad including leafy greens and a lemon wedge in the background.

Close-up of a gourmet dish featuring a large stuffed mushroom on a bed of rice with vegetables, garnished with chopped chives and parmesan cheese, with a glass of red wine in the background.

A casual Thursday night dinner with my red wine, braised beef, short ribs for a client in Mesa

A three course dinner party of a heart of Palm salad, pan seared scallops, and caramel budino in South Scottsdale

Reoccurring or À la Carte Meal Prep

Scottsdale Personal Chef Meal Prep Services

Recurring Weekly Meal Prep in Scottsdale

Enjoy fresh, customized meals without spending hours shopping, cooking, or cleaning. Our recurring weekly meal prep service in Scottsdale is designed to fit your lifestyle — whether you're following a strict nutrition plan or just want simple, classic dinners ready for the family.

Not everyone is counting macros. Many of our clients just want a high-quality, delicious dinner waiting in the fridge at the end of a busy day — instead of takeout that's been sitting in the back of a delivery driver's car.

We accommodate:

Fitness-focused, macro-friendly menus
Casual, everyday comfort food
Family dinners the whole household will actually eat
Dietary restrictions and specific health goals

Your private chef handles everything: personalized menu design, grocery shopping, in-home cooking, and complete kitchen cleanup — all on a set weekly schedule.

Service starts at $400/week plus the cost of groceries.

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À La Carte Personal Chef Services in Scottsdale

Whether you're visiting Arizona for a short-term vacation or just need a temporary hand in the kitchen, our à la carte personal chef services give you flexible options on your schedule. This non-recurring service is perfect for:

Travelers who want simple, fresh, grab-and-go meals stocked in their rental
Bachelor & bachelorette gatherings
Golf trips
Company retreats

You don't need a long-term commitment to get great food. Book a chef for a single evening, a long weekend, or just long enough to keep your group fed and happy until your visit to Scottsdale is complete.

Service starts at a 4-hour minimum ($100/hour) plus the cost of groceries — whether you need one great dinner or a chef on hand for the whole weekend.

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We bring the restaurant dining experience straight to your home or vacation rental — minus the loud crowds and stiff attitudes. As your private chef in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, we handle every detail from start to finish, so you can actually enjoy your own party instead of hiding in the kitchen.

You pour the drinks, stay in the moment, and be the host you were born to be. We handle the custom menu planning, source the freshest local ingredients, and cook live, right in front of you and your guests.

Perfect for:

Bachelor & bachelorette parties (vacation rental chef service available)
Golf trip dinners
Company retreats & corporate events
Birthdays, anniversaries & family celebrations
Casual nights in with friends — no occasion needed

Dinners start at $75-$125 per person, with menus and final pricing tailored to your group size and occasion. Whatever's on the calendar, we take care of the entire experience — and leave your kitchen completely spotless before we walk out the door. You hang out. We handle everything else.

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Private Chef Dinner Parties & Events in Scottsdale & Paradise Valley