A smiling man with a beard and short hair standing in a modern kitchen with marble countertops, pendant lights, and green limes on a plate.
A smiling man with a beard and short hair standing in a modern kitchen with marble countertops, pendant lights, and green limes on a plate.

Scottsdale & Paradise Valley Private Chef for Homes & Airbnbs.

Eat Well. Gather Often. Live Fully.

Enjoy a custom restaurant experience hosted entirely in your own home or Airbnb. Whether you are bringing family together for a relaxed dinner party or looking for a personal chef to handle your weekly meal prep, we take care of everything from the grocery shopping to the final kitchen cleanup so you don't have to lift a finger.

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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
A chef with a black apron and beard preparing dishes with sauce on a white countertop, with several plates of food and bowls of salad and soup.
A chef with a black apron and beard preparing dishes with sauce on a white countertop, with several plates of food and bowls of salad and soup.

Chef Eric James | Plated Dinners & Gatherings

Bring the restaurant experience straight to your rental or home kitchen. We do all the cooking and the cleanup so you can focus entirely on hanging out with your favorite people. Whether you are hosting a weekend trip, a family celebration, or just a night in with friends, we make sure everyone leaves the table full and happy.

DINNER IN 90

This is our signature, fast, and fun family-style option. It is completely casual, highly interactive, and built perfectly for large groups, Airbnb guests, bachelor or bachelorette parties, golfer retreats, and casual business retreats. Your chef arrives ninety minutes before dinner, immediately drops a charcuterie board if you added one, and gets to cooking. To keep the flow relaxed and fun, your fresh salad hits the table first, followed fifteen minutes later by your hot flame-grilled proteins and big shareable sides. While you eat, the chef cleans up their immediate prep station, leaves your dessert on the counter or in the fridge to enjoy at your own pace, and heads out so you can keep the party or retreat going in total privacy.

  • Pricing: Starts at $75 per person plus a 20% service fee

  • Group Minimum: 10 people

PLATED AT DINNER'S

If you want something a bit more traditional for an anniversary, a birthday, or a close-knit group, this option focuses on individually plated entrées tailored to your tastes. The chef cooks, plates each dish, handles the table cleanup through the end of the meal, and takes care of the kitchen before leaving you to your evening.

  • Pricing: Starts at $125 per person plus a 20% service fee

  • Group Minimum: 8 people

POOLSIDE & TACO BAR

Perfect for backyard hangouts, summer afternoons, or casual daytime parties. Our Poolside service brings fresh, handheld bites, shareable boards, and live grilling straight to the patio. If you want a fun crowd-pleaser, our Taco Bar features made-to-order tacos with fresh toppings and all the fixings, giving your guests a completely relaxed, self-serve food experience where no one goes home hungry.

  • Pricing: Starts at $65 per person plus a 20% service fee

  • Group Minimum: 10 people

WAFFLE & BREAKFAST TACO BAR

The ultimate weekend morning setup for showers, family gatherings, or curing a hangover after a big night out. This interactive brunch features fresh, made-to-order waffles alongside a fully loaded breakfast taco bar with all your favorite toppings. We handle the cooking and the setup so you can just sip mimosas and enjoy your morning.

  • Pricing: Starts at $50 per person plus a 20% service fee

  • Group Minimum: 10 people

LET'S CREATE YOUR MENU!

Every event begins with a conversation about your specific tastes, dietary needs, and service preferences. Contact us today to check calendar availability, explore our seasonal menus, and receive a customized proposal for your upcoming gathering.

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A bowl of sticky chicken wings coated in orange sauce, garnished with chopped green onions, on a wooden surface.
Baked salmon fillet topped with garlic and herbs, served with quinoa and grilled vegetables including onions, zucchini, and peppers in a black meal prep container.
Baked salmon fillet topped with garlic and herbs, served with quinoa and grilled vegetables including onions, zucchini, and peppers in a black meal prep container.
Bowls of cooked noodles with grilled salmon, garnished with chopped green onions, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Custom Meal Prep Services in Scottsdale

Imagine opening your fridge at the end of a long day and finding it fully stocked with fresh, delicious dinners made exactly the way you like them. No grocery lines, no chopping, no piles of dishes, and zero mental energy spent figuring out what's for dinner.

As your dedicated Scottsdale personal chef, we handle every single step—from custom menu planning and grocery shopping to in-home cooking, packaging, and leaving your kitchen completely spotless. Our weekly meal prep service is designed to give you your time back, helping busy professionals and local families enjoy real, scratch-made food throughout the week without the stress.

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ABOUT ERIC

Hi, I'm Eric James.

I never set out to become a chef. I've always been someone who enjoys taking care of people, and food became the way I did that. What started with cooking for friends and family eventually grew into a career built on trust, creativity, and connection.

For more than 14 years, I've been helping clients enjoy restaurant-quality meals in the comfort of their own homes. Whether it's weekly meal prep, a family gathering, or a special celebration, my goal is simple: create great food that brings people together and allows my clients to relax and enjoy the experience.

My cooking style is rooted in modern American cuisine with influences from the places I've traveled, the restaurants I've loved, and the people I've cooked for over the years. The food is approachable, flavorful, and designed to feel at home around your table.

When I'm not cooking for clients, you'll usually find me creating content for YouTube, exploring new cities, discovering restaurants, or sharing food experiences with friends. At the end of the day, everything I do comes back to the same thing—bringing people together through great food.

LET'S GET STARTED
A man is sitting on the floor of a kitchen, leaning against a row of kitchen cabinets and a large stainless steel refrigerator. He has short dark hair and a beard, wearing a black T-shirt, dark jeans, and black sneakers. There are various kitchen items on the countertop, including plates, a plant, and a book. The wooden floor has visible knots and grains.
A smiling bearded man with gray hair and a woman with blonde hair smiling and leaning close together, taking a selfie in a dimly lit restaurant or bar with warm lighting and a ceiling decorated with small hanging lights.
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