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    molten chocolate souffle and ice cream
    Joe S.

    I scheduled Chip for a to come to my house for an intimate dinner for two as part of proposing to my girlfriend and we had a perfect experience. I was naturally nervous about the whole experience and using someone for the first time with the pressure to make every detail perfect. Chip could not have been more friendly, pleasant and accommodating to my scheduling and even hid in his car to be out of the way during the actual proposal! I consider myself to be a good cook and was very impressed with Chip's general knowledge of food and the kitchen, his menu choices, the pairing of sides with entrees, and most importantly his ability to adjust his food to suit my food allergies. We had his crab fritters, apple mesclun salad, beef short rib, grouper, and the molten chocolate souffle. The presentation and flavors were incredible and he packed all of the leftovers into "to-go" plates for us at the end of the meal. Chip made everything very easy and it was a wonderful experience to be able to enjoy an exquisite meal (with no clean up) in the privacy of our home. His table service was friendly but not intrusive and he did an excellent job taking cues on when to check on us during and in between courses. We're looking forward to having Chip back for a similar in home dining experience and as a caterer for dinner parties. I only regret that I didn't take more pictures of the food. Thanks Chip!

    Apple Mesclun Salad
    Rizwan P.

    What you need to know: Chef Chip's food is AMAZING! Seriously, this was definitely an unbelievably delicious meal - I highly recommend the herb-crusted rack of lamb and apple mesclun salad. His prices are actually reasonable for his high quality. He's very accommodating and flexible if you have allergies or wish to put a twist on his signature menu items. He's very adaptable to the environment (we had an older smaller oven that he made work) and just a very kind human being! I wanted to plan a special night for a friend of mine who wasn't able to celebrate her birthday properly due to the pandemic we're all in currently (gotta love 2020). I saw a few friends had been using private chef services and decided to do my research, which is when I came across Chef Chip's listings and saw how highly rated he is. Chef Chip: I absolutely cannot say enough great things about Chef Chip. From the moment I reached out to him with my ideas, he was very helpful, kind, and willing to work with me to create the perfect experience. In-person you get the same deal. Since it was just the two of us for dinner and the kitchen/dining room are virtually the same room, Chef Chip was very engaging with us, making us laugh and sparking interesting conversation throughout the night. It was incredible to learn about the Chef's journey and how he's completely self-taught. Overall, you're in great hands with Chef Chip as he's always willing to work with you to create the experience you desire and he's just a very down to earth and kind person. Food: - Appetizer course - Calamari Fritti. The Calamari was tender and not chewy at all, perfectly crisp, and the vodka sauce on the side was a perfect citrusy and tomatoey compliment to the dish. - Salad - Apple Mesclun salad. Probably one of the best salads I've ever eaten in my life. The gorgonzola, shaved apples, and that lemon honey vinaigrette combination was so flavorful and a perfect light dish in between the appetizer and main course. I will say the highlight of this salad was actually the spiced walnuts which gave a unique texture and flavor to the salad - didn't surprise me at all to learn that the "spice" used on these walnuts was actually made by the Chef himself! Once again putting his own special twist on an already amazing dish. Main Courses - I wanted to try something different, so by my request, Chef Chip prepared an exquisite lobster tail on top of a delectable risotto with a steak medallion. I opted for his tried and true herb-crusted rack of lamb with the red wine jus, and risotto cake. For my friends course, she LOVED it. The lobster tail was cooked perfectly, the risotto underneath the tail had bits of lobster meat from the rest of the lobster in it and was so tasty! Her steak medallion was done just how she likes it and the veggies were a nice compliment to such a rich dish. My herb-crusted rack of lamb was a whole experience. Before cooking it, the Chef let me taste his homemade pesto that would encrust the lamb and by itself the pesto was phenomenal! When I finally got to taste it on the lamb, I was just in heaven. The lamb was perfectly cooked to what I like (medium-rare) and was so juicy. The risotto cake was something I've never had before, and as a fan of fried things, this was just stunning. I mean it's fried on the outside and creamy on the inside, what's not to like? The red wine jus that accompanied this dish just took it to the next level - I seriously would bathe in that jus because it was just so damn good! Dessert - Finally to end the night, we went with the Chef's Molten Chocolate Soufflé which was an amazing end. The soufflé was cooked to perfection, molten center, fluffy outer, and the vanilla ice cream made the dish that much more delicious. Price: This was way better than I thought it was going to be. I ended up paying about $260 in total for the dinner (which included food costs). Considering the convenience of having Chef Chip come to us, and the quality level of the food, as well as his overall demeanor, I'd say this was a great price point as you wouldn't get everything he offers spending the same amount at a restaurant around town. All-in-all, I'll definitely be securing Chef Chip's services again in the near future and wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking an upscale dinner from a fun and engaging chef in the comfort of their own home. His food is phenomenal and he is an excellent chef.

    Fried pork belly with cauliflower purée and blackberry semi glacé
    Valarie F.

    Chef Chip was AWESOME!! He served us a six course, ambulatory, small-plate dinner for 30. We had the polenta with mushroom raging, fried green tomatoes with succotash and shrimp, porcini roasted duck breast with orange saffron sauce, lamb merguez sausage with raita, fried pork belly with blackberry demi glacé, and bread pudding with whiskey sabayon!! Everything tasted GREAT!! Service went well! There were only two small hiccups: 1. Chef uses his sons to help out with service. They are pre-teen/young adolescents and were not quite as worried about sanitation. One was seen cleaning the edge of two plates by licking his thumb and wiping it down. However, when called to Chef Chip's attention, he immediately addressed the behavior and it wasn't repeated. 2. Chef provided the dishes and silverware. However, there weren't sufficient forks so guests were instructed to hold on their forks for all six courses, which was hard with game play and other activities. The most impressive thing was that we had a family emergency and he was super flexible as we tried to figure out what needed to happen next. Overall, the experience was amazing!! Servers were friendly and did a super job making sure everyone was served and all needs were being met!! I would definitely recommend him and use him again!

    Calamari
    Sheree S.

    Chef Chip is the real deal. We had the calamari...best we've had in forever. His salad with shaved apples, gorgonzola and self spiced walnuts is a must have. Hand cut filet REVERSE SEARED with to die for bordelaise sauce that I'd eat a cardboard box if it were covered in it. Gruyere potatoes with nutmeg were a show stopper for my husband and preteen. Molten chocolate souffle was the perfect finish. His prices are so reasonable for the insane quality you get. I worked in fine dining for years & am picky. I'd recommend him to anyone I know. He's a gem. He not only cooked an amazing meal, but taught me as he went along (I love cooking). Bonus, he took the time to fix a burner on my stove that wasn't working & taught us out to make 30 min homemade, insane fries!!!! Just book him....before I do.

    Lamb, risotto cake, red wine jus and haricot verts
    Tramaine W.

    We Hired Chip for a bday dinner party for my sister. My family was very happy and we had a good time. My favorite was his seafood gumbo ,which is a lot for me to say because I've had gumbo many times and never liked it that much. The eggplant appetizer was also a win in our books. We had the lamb dish and my dad and bro in law said that was their fave of the night so I guess you can't go wrong with Chip. I'm happy to recommend him to someone and we would hire him again.

    Delicious crab fritters
    Kathy G.

    I purchased a romantic dinner for 2 from Chip last year as a Christmas gift. It was AMAZING and now that Christmas is approaching again, I've already reached out to do it again! Last year we had the crab fritters, Apple Mesclun Salad, Seafood Stuffed Flounder and the Molten Chocolate Souffle for dessert. Each course was DELICIOUS and prepared with such care. We sat at my counter island while Chip cooked (he brought all his own supplies) and we all just chatted away. It was a lovely evening and I can't wait to do it again!!

    Melissa B.

    Chef Chip and his team created a meal for my friends (twins) 40th birthday party! We had six different small plates. Each was course worthy. The succotash with fried tomatoes and grilled shrimp to the duck breast with mashed potatoes to the lamb sausage all were are amazing. The night was topped off with a New Orleans style bread pudding with warm whiskey cream sauce. Presentation added to the taste of every plate. His service and timeliness was very professional. I might use him for my birthday!!

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    Chef Chip is amazing! Beyond making great food, he also creates a great environment and I couldn't recommend him more strongly.

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    We enjoyed Chef Chip's delicious omelettes on Father's Day at our senior living community. Chip is friendly, professional and on time.

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    Chef Chip was awesome. Very down to earth and professional. The food was great and I especially loved the pancakes.

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    Loved chip!!! It was an awesome experience and the food was amazing!! If you need to have a personal chef-call chip!!!

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    Ask the Community - The Portable Chef

    Good morning! Are you available on Fathers Day to do a bunch? I only have five in my party. I am trying to do something special for my son who is a new father and my fiancé at our home. Please let me know thank you?l

    Hey there Tracey. Sorry, I’ll be OOT that whole weekend.

    Are you available May 22nd for dinner party?

    Hey Mary, No I am not, sorry. If you want to talk about other dates, or need anything else, you… Read more

    Can you cook gluten free items?

    Hey Shan. Yes I can.

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    From the owner: At Social Express Catering & Meal Prep, we specialize in delivering exceptional, chef-driven…read morecuisine with global influence. Led by Executive Chef Jarvis Williams, we provide full-service catering that blends flavor, culture, and presentation for events of all kinds — from luxury private dinners to corporate functions, weddings, and upscale celebrations. What sets us apart? Every menu is custom-tailored to reflect your unique taste, cultural background, and event vision. We offer a wide variety of internationally inspired dishes, thoughtfully prepared using high-quality ingredients and artful presentation. Our hands-on, chef-led approach ensures a seamless experience from start to finish — including menu planning, staffing, setup, and cleanup. We don’t just cater events; we create unforgettable moments centered around bold, meaningful food. Creating Cultural Culinary Experiences One Bite At A Time isn’t just our slogan — it’s our promise. Let us bring your next event to life with intentional flavor, elegance, and unmatched service.

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    Where do I even start? I have to give it up to Hannah because her patience with us was next level…read more She was locked out of our cabin for a brief moment and I couldn't even get in touch with her because my phone died after a full day at the local vineyards. Luckily, I had her email and knew she'd respond right away. What can I say? From the very beginning, I knew this was going to be quite the experience. Hannah and I were in touch everyday curating the perfect menu for my girls trip. She was extremely accommodating as one of the girls did not like meat so she quickly made her own choices for my friend. She's extremely communicative which was my favorite part about her services. She made this experience 10/10 for us. And the FOOD?! Phenomenal! We devoured everything. Hannah took care of all the courses and one I didn't include was the kale Cesar salad that tasted so yummy and added the lightest clean touch to our steak dinner. I have no complaints with Hannah and if you're looking for a chef in the Blue Ridge she is your girl. She will take of you from beginning to end with upmost southern hospitality. We do enjoyed having her and will book her again no questions asked! Love you Hannah you were wonderful!!

    We hired Chef Hannah for my mom's birthday/retirement celebration, and the result was absolutely…read moreperfect. The food was amazing with every dish beautifully prepared and full of flavor. She and her sous chef were both personable and professional; they made everything feel effortless from planning through cleanup. I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone wanting a truly special event with incredible food.

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