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

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

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

In office lunch in Phoenix with a broiled lobster tail

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

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

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

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

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 ribeye cap with pan seared scallops for dinner in Scottsdale

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

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

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 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.

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.

Personal Chef in Scottsdale, Phoenix & Sedona

Chef Eric James offers personal chef services in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Sedona and surrounding areas including meal prep, private dinners, retreats, bachelor and bachelorette celebrations, corporate events and more. Every service is customized to fit your needs, your guests, and the occasion.

Chef Services

CUSTOM MEAL PREP

Bespoke custom meal prep is a personalized in-home service for clients in Scottsdale and Phoenix who want thoughtful, customized meals without the stress of planning, shopping, or cooking. It’s a simple, elevated way to bring consistency, convenience, and care to your weekly routine.

IN HOME CATERING

In-home catering makes it easier to host everything from relaxed dinners to meaningful celebrations in Scottsdale and Phoenix. With flexible service options and menus built around your event, you can enjoy your guests while I handle the food, service, and cleanup.

Specialty & Private Event Services

Beyond dinner parties and weekly meal prep, I offer a range of customized culinary experiences throughout Scottsdale, Phoenix, and Sedona for clients looking for something more personal, immersive, or multi-day in nature. From golfer retreats and executive dinners to anniversary experiences, wellness-focused meal prep, cooking classes, and celebration catering, each service is thoughtfully tailored to match the style, energy, and purpose of your event.

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