A chef wearing a black shirt and an apron is garnishing a dish with microgreens at a buffet table with various food items including meats and cooked vegetables.

Personal Chef in Austin & Houston Texas Since 2011.

IN HOME CATERING SERVICES & CUSTOM MEAL PREP

Cooked steak topped with chopped onions and herbs, served with roasted potatoes on a white plate.
Buffet table with stainless steel chafing dishes, each with a lid, set on a white marble counter. Spoons are placed on small white plates and napkins underneath the dishes, with a flower decoration in the background.
Wooden bowl of meatballs with tomato sauce and shredded cheese on top, placed on a white marble countertop.

SERVICES

  • Chef Eric James creates unforgettable private dining experiences, bringing restaurant-quality meals to the comfort of your home. Guests can choose from thoughtfully curated seasonal menus or collaborate with Chef Eric to design a fully customized menu tailored to their event. Plated dinners are perfect for intimate gatherings, offering elegant four-course service with a restaurant-level touch. For a more relaxed atmosphere, family-style dinners feature abundant shared platters designed to bring everyone together. For larger celebrations, Chef Eric offers elevated catering with bold flavors, seamless service, and an experience your guests will remember long after the last bite.

    DINNER MENUS | CATERING MENU

  • Chef Eric James crafts elevated small bite experiences that keep the energy flowing and conversations lively. Perfect for cocktail parties, networking events, and stylish celebrations, these menus feature bold, flavorful bites designed to impress without feeling heavy. Guests can select from curated small bite collections or collaborate with Chef Eric to create a fully customized spread. Small bite soirées start at $65 per person for groups of 20 or more, with beautifully presented dishes and seamless setup and cleanup, allowing you to entertain with ease while guests mingle, sip, and enjoy restaurant-quality food in a relaxed, social atmosphere.

  • Chef Eric James brings a fresh, elevated twist to brunch, transforming late mornings into unforgettable gatherings. Designed for groups of 12 or more, these relaxed yet refined experiences feature vibrant seasonal dishes, from shareable starters and chef-inspired mains to sweet finishes that feel indulgent but never heavy. Guests can choose from curated brunch menus or collaborate with Chef Eric to craft a custom lineup of bold, flavorful plates—perfect for birthdays, showers, weekend celebrations, or simply gathering friends around the table. With seamless setup, beautiful presentation, and effortless cleanup, you get all the style of a restaurant brunch without ever leaving home.

  • Chef Eric James offers fully customized meal prep services that make eating well effortless. Each experience begins with a personal consultation to understand your goals, tastes, and schedule, whether you’re looking for balanced weekday meals, health-focused dishes, or family-friendly favorites. Chef Eric handles everything—from menu planning and grocery shopping to cooking in your kitchen and neatly packaging meals for easy reheating—leaving your space spotless and your fridge stocked with food tailored just for you. Services start at $125 per hour, plus the cost of groceries, with a three-hour minimum.

A bowl of cooked broccoli and a seasoned fish fillet garnished with chopped green onions, served on a decorative bowl, with a pot and neon lights in the background.
A white plate with sliced steak, grilled shrimp, and potatoes topped with green herbs, a small white bowl with mixed salad of cherry tomatoes, arugula, and mozzarella, and a small jar of yellow sauce garnished with blueberries on a wooden table.
A man in an apron garnishing food with fresh herbs at a buffet.
A wooden bowl filled with meatballs topped with tomato sauce and grated cheese, placed on a white marble countertop.
A plate with medium-rare steak topped with chopped onions and herbs, accompanied by roasted potatoes, on a granite counter with bread and wine glasses in the background.
A plate of steak with mashed potatoes and gravy, garnished with chives, a salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and avocado pieces, and a glass of white wine with a dollop of foam or whipped cream.
Steak with potatoes and chopped onions on a white plate, with bread in the background.
A close-up view of a plate with fresh chopped salad, including cucumber, avocado, cherry tomato, and onion, in a restaurant or kitchen setting.
Wooden bowl filled with meatball dish topped with cheese and tomato sauce on a white countertop.
Close-up of a black bowl with cooked pasta, lobster tail, and cooked greens, on a white tablecloth, with a blurred background of a kitchen or dining area.
A tray of assorted mini tacos on a white marble table in a social setting, with a large potted plant and people in the background.
A hand drizzling dark sauce over a colorful vegetable salad in a white bowl.
Close-up of a bowl containing a salad with greens, cheese, and a dressing, with multiple similar bowls in the background.

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