I am a seasoned professional chef with private residence and 5- Star deluxe resort experience in North American, the Caribbean and Europe with a history of exceeding client’s expectations on a daily basis. I have a passion for great food and the ability to produce such for small groups or grand galas with an incredible commitment to excellence. Private Chef positions have taken me to seasonal hotspots such as Tuckers Town, Bermuda, Harbor Springs Michigan, South Hampton & Bridge Hampton, New York, Casco Bay Maine and Telluride Colorado with the last 14 years as private chef with some of New York City’s top UHNW families. My International assignments have taught me to understand and adapt to a variety of International cultures with exceptional interpersonal skills.
A native of New Orleans, Louisiana, I graduated with High Honors from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York 1989. Since entering the industry I have held positions in Private Residences, Beach & Mountain Resorts, Restaurants, and Casinos around the World including the 5 Star & 5 Diamond Camelback Inn in Scottsdale, Arizona, Beaches, Turks & Caicos where I presided over 15 theme restaurants. Lazurnaya Peaks Resort in the Caucasus Mountains near Sochi, Russia, site of the 2014 Winter Olympics the World Class Sanctuary Cap Cana Resort & Spa in the Dominican Republic. Restaurants include Emeril’s flagship restaurant in New Orleans during its opening year when it was selected as the “Best New Restaurant in the U. S.” by all major publications and associations, Casinos including Shangri La Casino the largest Casino in Russia located in Moscow and as Private Chef to many of Americas most prominent families. I have prepared foods for 12 Presidents and Prime Ministers from around the world.
International and U.S. assignments include positions in 8 Caribbean and European countries as well as a dozen major American cities. I have presided over cuisines and themes including Cajun & Creole, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Georgian, Caribbean, Jamaican, Japanese, Mexican and Southwestern.
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The All - American Backyard Classic
Chef Michael
4 Courses for $100 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Sex and the City
Chef Michael
Starting at $49 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
A New York State of Mind
Chef Michael
3 Courses for $75 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
A New Orleans Heritage Experience
Chef Michael
4 Courses for $75 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Un Soir a Paris / An Evening in Paris
Chef Michael
4 Courses for $215 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
A Night in New Orleans
Chef Michael
Starting at $50 Per Guest
Minimum $400 to book
Tuscan Heritage & Coastal Italian Table
Chef Michael
Starting at $50 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
L'Essenza d'Italia (The Essence of Italy)
Chef Michael
3 Courses for $75 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Reviews
D
Darlene
April 15 2026
5.0/ 5
Menu: The New Orleans Grand Heritage Selection
If you want an incredible dinner, professional service look no further. Chef Mike exceeds all expectations. He worked with me to make sure we had exactly what we were envisioning for a dinner for 19. Chef Mike has vast experience cooking many different types of cuisine and really creates beautiful flavors. I can't wait to have another dinner so I can hire him again!
