Melissa The Chef Private/Personal Chef Services

Chef Melissa Eastman is a Los Angeles-Based Private Chef who specializes in Rustic Charm Faire. My approach is to focus on simplicity, seasonality, and technique to celebrate natural flavors. I Service San Fernando Valley, Westlake Village, Malibu, Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades , Century City and more.

  • Dinner Parties

  • Boutique Catering

  • Meal Preparation

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I specialize in creating unforgettable food experiences that feel personal, and deliciously approachable. As a boutique caterer, I curate intimate gatherings, dinner parties, and special events with thoughtfully designed menus tailored to your taste, using fresh, seasonal ingredients.

For busy professionals and families, I also offer personalized meal prep services—healthy, customized dishes prepared and delivered weekly, giving you the comfort of home-cooked meals without the stress of planning, shopping, or cooking.

Whether it’s an intimate dinner for two, a chic cocktail soirée, or nourishing meals for the week, my focus is on rustic charm and seasonal cuisine.

  • Private Dinner Parties – Intimate gatherings where you can relax, sip on your favorite beverage and enjoy a beautifully plated meal. I customize with you a 3- Course or 4- Course dinner to celebrate the evening with friends & family, I handle it all—from menu planning to clean-up.

  • Boutique Signature Events deserve signature food. For cocktail soirees, baby/bridal showers, brunches to lunches. Office parties or that special event, I curate bespoke menus based on your style and needs, with meticulous attention to presentation and flavor.

  • Meal Prep Service - Is where I can deliver to you fresh family style meals or come to your kitchen and prepare your meals there. The preference to this service to be fresh is a 3-to-4 Day meal plan.

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