Our celebration of my Husband's birthday evening was a huge success thanks to Chef Val. The moment I reserved the dinner, Val was there to discuss menu choices and options, adjusting to preferences and putting me at ease. I had never hired a private chef and he patiently walked me through what the evening would hold. He checked in with me several times before the date. On time, prepared, organized, personable and obviously extremely talented is the best way to describe him. We had the opportunity to observe and engage or just sit back with a glass of wine as Val worked his magic. We did a bit of both. He brought a helper, Alex who was also very friendly, worked hard in the background and took some great pictures. Our menu included a pecan encrusted grouper that was amazing. A favorite was the truffled mushroom bisque. I appreciated the local sourcing of ingredients. We will definitely hire Chef Val again when we return to the Charleston area. Thanks Chef!!! read more

Chef Val was terrific! We had a family 70th Birthday party for Grandma at a large beach house on Hilton Head with 8 adults and 8 kids. He and his team, an assist chef and media person, were very personable & easy to work with. Chef Val developed and delivered a fabulous customized dinner celebration that exceeded my expectations. He was on time & used all locally sourced fresh fish and fruits & veggies. He even customized the "kids meals for kids" all under 8 YO they loved it. "Best chicken fingers ever" they remarked. He delivered an extraordinary 3 course dinner event for the adults. The presentation was excellent. Don't miss his family style Apps: especially the "Shrimp Bruschetta" and "Blue Crab Cakes". As Chef Van remarked during his presentation the "Coriander Spiced Grouper" was swimming just 48 hours ago ....10 miles from here". I'll be using him again. Don G. Charleston SC Sept 26 2021 read more

Chef Val is a great chef, and you can tell he puts his heart into his cooking. Not only does he create delicious, beautifully plated meals, but he also great company. He is well-prepared, very organized and transparent all so that he can execute a great event. Chef Val would explain how he created the dish and where he sourced his ingredients, which made the meal. He is very creative with his menu and his style is enjoyably different. Chef Val served our party of 12 people (including kids). He had an assistant and offered a photographer to take pictures of us to help us remember the event. Having Chef Val and his team prepare dinner for us was definitely the right choice to celebrate my mother's birthday. It gave us comfort of being in our own space and the kids can be free to do what they want. He really gave us quite an experience that we would never forget. read more

Chef Val cooks and creates amazing dishes and provides an unforgettable experience. I have hired him to do 2 different dinners for my clients and none of us can stop talking about the food! The first dinner I enjoyed was 3 courses the second was 4 courses. He gave me the menus and we chose our courses. He came to our home and served the meal and it was so relaxing and enjoyable. The appetizer for the first meal was devil on horseback and it was out of this world. We also had pork tenderloin for the main course and creme brulee. He sources high quality ingredients and is very deliberate in his choices. After eating two of his meals, I do think it's better than any restaurant and the experience cannot be beat because it's in your home or another cool location, not in a restaurant. I will hire him again for my events! Thank you Chef Val! read more

We hired Chef Val to cook dinner for three couples for a 40th birthday while staying in Tybee Island. The experience was nothing short of amazing! From the beginning with menu planning to the end, Chef Val was so helpful and professional. The night of the dinner he and his assistant were very prepared and so fun! We stood around the island, talked to them both, watched Chef prepare the food, and enjoyed listening to all of the tips he gave! He presented each course with where the ingredients came from and how it was prepared. To say the food was UNBELIEVEABLE is a complete understatement. I couldn't tell you which course was my favorite because they all were delectable. It was an incredible experience and one that we hope to repeat on a future trip. read more

Chef Val was the absolute best! His food was exquisite. His hospitality was superior and I will definitely be using his services again in the very near future. Chef Val made our 20 yr private anniversary dinner the best experience one could ask for. He arrived on time, presented with excellence and worked well with the photographer and event decorator making our event romantic and memorable without concerns for discourse. He is efficient, knows his way around the kitchen and made excellent choices for the menu in correlation to what I shared would excite our tastebuds. The food was fresh and of best quality, top grade!! I am so anxious to work with him again!! read more

It was an absolute treat having Chef Val as our private Chef for my sisters bachelorette! He was so attentive and making sure that everything was perfect, communicated well, and setup seamlessly. We had the arugula salad, tuna, and beef dishes. They were all incredible and probably the best tuna I have ever had. He made sure that everything was fresh and local. He even made a switch to the salad because he couldn't find fresh peaches, so he wanted to ensure fresh strawberries would be okay. He was the highlight of our trip. I would highly recommend him for any occasion. We are so lucky to have found him! read more

Chef Val prepared an amazing four course meal for our bachelorette party of 19 in Savannah. He accommodated everyones dietary needs and was communicative and helpful throughout the entire process. The food was amazing and everyone thoroughly enjoyed each course. The arugula salad was amazing, the short rib was melt in your mouth, and the bread pudding was unreal. Everything was fresh and locally sourced, and Chef Val shared the flavor profiles and origins of each course before serviIt was such a seamless experience and everyone had a wonderful time!! read more

Chef Val created a yummy menu and fantastic 50th anniversary dinner for our extended family of 27 all in a beach rental house where we came together from across the US. He and his team were friendly, warm and seamless in coming into our chaos and making a special occasion truly spectacular. During the planning process Chef Val was very responsive, flexible and easy to work with. We highly recommend the Savannah hot chicken dip, shrimp bruschetta, peach spinach salad, bourbon brined pork chop, crab stuffed salmon and pasta with diver scallops! read more

we had the honor of having chef val and his staff for my 60th birthday party while we were vacationing in hilton head! Chef Val is a very talented chef who uses all local resources in cooking his meal. he comes out to explain how the dish was made and also talks about where the foods are all sourced from. chef Val is a delight to have, his staff took pictures and were extremely professional. everything was beyond delish. a true feast and leftovers for the next day. thank you chef for making my birthday very special and a culinary delight!! read more

We wanted a private chef for a bachelorette party and Chef Val didn't disappoint! He responded to our request quickly and maintained great communication throughout. Our large group of 12 had a few different dietary requirements but he made it easy for us to create a delicious menu. Everything was amazing but the fried chicken was the star of the show and the tuna tostados were a group favorite as well. Thank you Chef Val for a wonderful dining experience! read more

We had the most amazing birthday meal. I was celebrating my 70th, and my oldest daughter was celebrating her 50th. We decided to have Val come to our home on Isle of Palms and prepare an amazing steak dinner. We had the tuna apps, steak, green beans, mashed potatoes and fabulous creme brulee. He and his team did not disappoint. They arrived on time and were so wonderful. They left us with not a single dish to wash! We we certainly use them again! read more

Chef Val was awesome start to finish! I hosted a 50th birthday dinner for six people in my home. Chef Val met with me to discuss the menu and preparation. He then arrived on time with everything prepped and ready to cook. The presentation was stunning! The food was delicious, with a focus on local vendors when possible! The serving dishes were cleaned before he left! I look forward to the next occasion when Chef Val can come back. read more

Chef Val prepared a beautiful meal for our daughter's 30th birthday. From the ahi tuna tacos to the stacked summer corn salad you couldn't ask for better food. The steak and seafood met everyone's diverse food desires. And "death by chocolate" put us all into orbit. Chef Val brought wonderful staff and a beautiful spirit to our family celebration at Wild Dunes on Isle of Palms. I would hire him again in a minute! read more

Having several food allergies & sensitivities in our group we reached out to Val for help in preparing a nice dinner for our family reunion in Tybee Island. Val asked for a safe foods list and generated a beautiful menu. Val was responsive and attentive to our needs and his meal was beyond delicious. Personal Chef is Val's business and he excels at it! Hire him! You won't be disappointed. read more

We hired Val for a private dinner on Hilton Head Island and it was exceptional. The food was delicious, not one bad bite. He took the time to explain each component of the dishes, which were sourced locally, and it's apparent he really loves what he does. He was friendly, professional and provided great service all around. Would highly recommend! read more

Our family thoroughly enjoyed the dinner prepared and served by Chef Val!! We had several 'foodies' who raved about the food. Such a fabulous way to celebrate a 50th Anniversary for my parents and my Aunt and Uncle, along with 3 generations of extended family. Thank you for the memories!!! It is a great gift for people who have everything. read more

Chef Val was fantastic to work with . He contacted us ahead of time and was able to accommodate all of our dietary restrictions. He presented each dish in both an educational and professional manner. All of our guests were clients and they enjoyed a first class experience and delicious food. His bread pudding is the best I have ever had. read more

Chef Val again did not disappoint!! This was our third dinner with a third menu and it was again fabulous From prep to serving to cleaning up he never disappoints!! Apps, dinner and dessert just made for a very special night and visit back to South Carolina!! Thank you Chef Val and Alex read more