In my case, I'm a professionally trained and certified chef who provides personalized culinary services, usually in your home or at a small venue.  As the word "personalized" implies, I can satisfy almost any request, whether it's specific menu items, cook dates and times, side or drink pairing,...  The sky's the limit!

For more information about me, see my About Me page.

This is a very personal question that only you can answer, but it gets at the heart of why personal chef services like mine are gaining in popularity across the country.

The key benefit of a personal chef service is convenience.  I can simplify your life by taking on all the stress and work of figuring out "what's for dinner"?  I do the meal-planning, the shopping, the cooking, and the clean-up.  I plan and prepare meals you will love, based on the preferences and feedback you give me.

All you have to do is pull the great entrees and sides you want out of your refrigerator; warm them up (I even provide written warming instructions), and serve.  Then spend the time you save on the things that really matter to you.

Did I mention that my cuisine is fantastic?

I have a whole page on my website devoted to this topic.  See my Personal Chef Service page for details.  

The shortened version: we will meet first and discuss your likes, dislikes, needs, and constraints.  Then, on the day we decide, I will shop for your meals, prepare them in your home kitchen, store them in your refrigerator, and clean up. 

The prices for standard personal chef service plans are listed on my Service Plans page.  For party and special event catering, contact me to arrange for a quote.

Yes.  I bring everything I need, and I prepare your meals in your kitchen.  When I'm done, I clean up and leave your kitchen in tip-top condition.

I shop for ingredients for my clients every day.  I like to frequent grocery stores specializing in natural or organic products.  I also prefer locally grown or produced items. 

For more information about the suppliers I use, see my Where I Shop page.

As with everything about my service, I will package your meals exactly as you like.  For most clients, I use high-quality, microwave-safe plastic containers which hold between one and 4 servings each.  These are my most popular storage option, but I can use your own containers or others that you prefer.   For more information about storage containers see the container section on my Service Plans page.

Yes.  One of the most satisfying things for me is combining my experience as a registered nurse with my work as a personal chef.  I have helped numerous clients to create and maintain healthful diets.  Contact me to discuss your needs.

I can cater your small dinner party of up to 20 guests or provide heavy hors d'oeuvres for larger parties.  I will need kitchen facilities on-site as I do not currently maintain a separate commercial kitchen.   For more information about party catering see my Parties and Special Events page.

Since party arrangements are usually more customized than standard personal chef service plans, I don't list party catering rates on my website.  Please contact me, so we can discuss your catering requirements and my rates.

Yes.  Contact me for references or see my testimonials page for what my clients are saying about me.

Yes.  I maintain insurance for your protection.  I am also fully certified in safe food-handling and sanitation practices (ServSafe).  I take your safety and health VERY seriously.