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Private Chef – New York City (NYC)

Private Chef Services in NYC

Fresh, Seasonal Meals — Made Just for You

Chef Alissa’s Private Chef services are designed to bring ease, nourishment, and joy back to your everyday meals. Whether you’re managing a busy schedule, caring for your family, or simply want to eat well without the stress of cooking, we create thoughtful, personalized menus that support your lifestyle and health goals.

Every dish is made from scratch using fresh, seasonal ingredients — with a focus on balance, flavor, and variety. This isn’t meal delivery or pre-packaged food — it’s real, home-cooked food prepared just for you, right in your kitchen.

We take care of the planning, shopping, cooking, and cleanup — so you can spend less time worrying about meals and more time enjoying them.

Who It’s For

Busy professionals who want nourishing meals without the daily cooking

Parents juggling work, kids, and everything in between

People with specific health goals or dietary needs

Anyone craving home-cooked food that’s as delicious as it is good for you

Whether it’s a short-term reset or long-term support, we’re here to make your daily meals more joyful, beautiful, and stress-free.

Health-Supportive Cooking

Whether you’re looking to eat more plant-based meals, reduce inflammation, fuel workouts, or simply enjoy cleaner, more wholesome food, we’ve got you covered. We regularly work with:

Gluten-free, dairy-free, and allergen-sensitive diets

Anti-inflammatory and gut-health-focused meals

Plant-forward, paleo, and high-protein lifestyles

How it works in New York City

We Start with a Conversation

You share your goals, preferences, and routine. We listen.

We Create a Custom Menu

You’ll receive a weekly menu tailored to your taste, lifestyle, and nutritional needs.

We Cook in Your Home

We source the groceries, prepare meals fresh in your kitchen, and leave everything spotless.

You Enjoy Nourishing Meals, On Your Terms

Meals are clearly labeled, easy to reheat, and ready whenever you are.

What We Offer

Custom Weekly Menus

We’ll work with you to create menus that reflect your tastes, dietary needs, and the way you actually live. From hearty dinners to light, nutrient-packed lunches, each dish is tailored to your preferences — and evolves with you over time.

Health-Supportive Cooking

Whether you're looking to eat more plant-based meals, reduce inflammation, fuel workouts, or simply enjoy cleaner, more wholesome food, we’ve got you covered. We regularly work with:

Gluten-free, dairy-free, and allergen-sensitive diets

Anti-inflammatory and gut-health-focused meals

Plant-forward, paleo, and high-protein lifestyles

Thoughtful Ingredients, Always

We prioritize local and organic ingredients whenever possible, and always build our menus around what’s fresh, seasonal, and flavorful. From vibrant produce to sustainable proteins, we cook with ingredients that feel good and taste even better.

Stress-Free, Start to Finish

Our in-home service is built for ease. You’ll come home to a fridge stocked with clearly labeled meals, ready to heat and enjoy — plus a clean kitchen and zero hassle. We also provide detailed reheating instructions and flexible portions for individuals, couples, or families.

FAQs – Private Chef in NYC

How often do you cook in-home?

Most clients book weekly or bi-weekly service. We’ll work with you to find the right rhythm for your household.

What’s included in the service?

Everything from menu planning and grocery shopping to in-home cooking, packaging, labeling, and cleanup.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Absolutely. We customize every menu and frequently work with vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-FODMAP, and allergen-aware clients.

Do you serve households outside of NYC?

We’re based in New York City and can often travel to surrounding areas for multi-day bookings or special circumstances. Let’s talk.

How far in advance should I book?

For weekly service, we recommend reaching out 2–4 weeks ahead of your desired start date. Space is limited due to the personalized nature of the service.

Where in NYC do you service?

We service all of Manhattan from Harlem, Upper West Side, Upper East Side down to the Financial District.

Serving New York City, Westchester, and Greenwich, CT
Flavor-forward. Soul-rooted. Seasonally inspired.

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