SMALL EVENT CATERING

& PERSONAL CHEF IN SCOTTSDALE

DINNER PARTIES, SMALL BITES & BRUNCH

Our Services

  • Chef Eric James brings restaurant-worthy food and great energy to private homes, corporate offices, and event spaces across San Diego & Southern California. From casual dinner parties to big celebrations, you’ll get bold flavors, laid-back service, and a dining experience that feels anything but ordinary. No stuffy vibes — just great food, great people, and a night your guests will talk about.

    PLATED SERVICES

    Multi-course dinners served individually to each guest — perfect for private chef experiences, dinner parties, and special events in San Diego & Southern California homes or venues. Great food. Great company. Zero stress.

    FAMILY STYLE SERVICE

    Shared platters of delicious, beautifully prepared food served at the table — perfect for bringing people together at San Diego & Southern California dinner parties and group gatherings.

    BUFFET SERVICES

    A curated spread of flavorful dishes served buffet-style — perfect for corporate events, open houses, and holiday parties across San Diego & Southern California.

    SMALL BITES (Passed or Stationary)

    An array of artfully crafted bite-sized offerings designed for easy mingling. Passed or displayed on a stationary table — ideal for cocktail parties, networking events, and San Diego & Southern California catering for groups of 20 to 100+. Select events may also include a complimentary photo booth to help capture the fun.

    Chef Eric’s catering is a great fit for San Diego & Southern California corporate events, holiday parties, client dinners, birthdays, bridal showers, bachelorette parties, and more. Whether you’re hosting at home, in the office, or at a local event space, you can count on a thoughtful menu and friendly, professional service that helps set the tone for a great time.

  • Whether you’re planning an epic last night out or a relaxed weekend with your crew, Chef Eric James offers a private in-home dining experience in San Diego & Southern California designed to match your party’s vibe. Choose a custom 3 to 4-course family-style dinner, a lively spread of small bites for a cocktail-style night, or a laid-back brunch to fuel the weekend.

    Perfect for 10 to 40 guests, each San Diego & Southern California bachelor or bachelorette party catering experience is fully tailored, cooked fresh on-site, and includes full setup and cleanup — so you can focus on celebrating, not coordinating. It’s the kind of experience that makes your weekend unforgettable — no crowded restaurants or chaotic reservations required.

A meal with a small plate of mixed vegetable salad, a glass of yellow sauce garnished with blueberries, and a large plate with sliced medium-rare steak, grilled shrimp, roasted potatoes, and a green herb sauce on a wooden table.
Three black containers of pasta with chicken, cherry tomatoes, and herbs on a wooden surface.
A glass container filled with cooked vegetables including broccoli, carrots, red bell peppers, and green bell peppers, served over rice.
Assorted cooked seafood, including lobster, crab, and shrimp, garnished with greens on a white platter.
Baked salmon fillet topped with herbs and garlic, served with grilled vegetables, quinoa, and lemon slices in a black container.
A plate of chopped avocado, cherry tomato, cucumber, and onion, garnished with greens.
Raw lobster tails seasoned with spices in a metal tray
Plate of cooked pasta with chicken, cherry tomatoes, basil, and black pepper on a white dish placed on a wooden table.
Chafing dishes lined up on a dining table with white cloths, each with a serving spoon, in a buffet setting.
A cast iron skillet filled with creamy macaroni and cheese on a wooden cutting board on a kitchen countertop

About Chef Eric James — Private Chef in Las Vegas & Scottsdale

Eric James never set out to become a chef—he simply loved cooking and sharing great food. After attending Le Cordon Bleu in Austin, Texas, where he graduated at the top of his class, Eric began working as a personal chef in Austin in 2012. Today, he serves clients across Las Vegas and Scottsdale, offering private chef services, dinner parties, small bite catering, and custom meal prep.

For Eric, food is about connection—bringing people together, whether it’s a milestone celebration, an intimate dinner, or a casual gathering. What sets him apart is his judgment-free approach: he doesn’t care how someone likes their food—only that they leave happy.

As a private chef in Las Vegas and Scottsdale, Eric enjoys the freedom to be creative while giving clients exactly what they want, without the red tape of traditional restaurant dining. His journey wasn’t driven by a single defining moment; it evolved naturally through word-of-mouth and referrals, a testament to the personal touch he brings to every event.

Outside the kitchen, Eric’s greatest joys are traveling and exploring the world through food. Above all, he hopes to be known as someone who genuinely cares—both through his cooking and through how he connects with others in life.

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