Desert Bistro Menu
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Three-course dinner begins at $85 per person, with additional courses available at $15 per course, per person
A 20% service fee is applied to all events
Pricing is all-includes ingredients
A minimum of 8 guests is required, with events designed to scale comfortably for larger gatherings
For a seamless experience, service staff is recommended for plated dinners of 8 or more guests and family-style gatherings of 16 or more
Professional service staff is available at $125 per hour, per server, with a 3-hour minimum
A second entrée may be added for $35 per person, with a minimum of 4 servings per entrée option
Minor modifications to individual dishes can be accommodated upon request
Vegetarian options are available; for vegan, medical celiac, or other highly specialized dietary needs, we recommend arranging alternative accommodations due to liability considerations for medical and religious requirements
Sedona events include a flat $250 travel fee
A 30% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your date
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Event duration typically ranges from 3 to 4.5 hours, beginning at chef’s arrival and concluding with final kitchen cleanup
Any time beyond the scheduled completion is billed at $125 per additional hour, per service staff member
Final guest count may increase up to 72 hours prior to the event but may not be reduced
Final menu selections must be confirmed 72 hours prior to the event
All deposits are non-refundable; however, events may be rescheduled within 60 days of the original booking date without forfeiting the deposit
In the event of severe weather or unforeseen circumstances (including monsoons or natural events), events may be rescheduled or reviewed on a case-by-case basis
A functional kitchen is required; photos of the kitchen and service area are requested in advance
Any equipment beyond standard household pots and pans will be provided by Chef Eric James as needed
Service timing will proceed as scheduled; delays in guest arrival may impact the pacing of courses
Chef Eric James is not responsible for any pre-existing damage to property or equipment within the home
Chef Eric James reserves the right to end service if the environment is deemed unsafe or inappropriate
Gratuity is not included and is left entirely to the discretion of the client
Any paid parking or access-related fees are the responsibility of the client
All menus are all-inclusive; ingredients are sourced and provided as part of the per-person pricing
Meals are prepared to the agreed-upon guest count; excess food and specialty items brought in for service remain the property of Chef Eric James and will be removed at the conclusion of the event
While reasonable accommodations can be made, Chef Eric James cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment due to the nature of shared kitchen spaces