Tom Isreal
October 18 2026Isle of Palms, SC
Menu: Southern Staples
Wonderful experience
Rating breakdown
- Chef Overall
- 5
- Food Quality
- 5
- Cleanliness
- 5
- Presentation
- 5
- Communication
- 5
Meet Your Private Chef
Chef Katie
Exceptional Food. Exclusive Experience
Preferred ChefLadson, South Carolina
Chef at a glance
A proven dining experience
68
Guest reviews
370
Bookings
About Chef Katie
Katie, a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Scottsdale started her career at Elements restaurant in Paradise Valley AZ 18 years ago. She worked her way up through the ranks to becoming pastry chef and then Chef De Cuisine before moving to Aspen Colorado to take over the Executive Chef position at Bbs Kitchen. From Bbs she moved to the Low Country to help open Tavern & Table on Shem Creek. Katie has had the opportunity of battling on Iron Chef American , cooking at the James Beard House, and cooking at the Aspen Food and Wine Festival. Her global take on American standards is what sets her apart!
Chef's Specialities
Chef Katie's Menus
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Family Backyard BBQ
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Starting at $65 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
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Simply Seafood
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Starting at $70 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Preferred ChefGalentines Brunch
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Starting at $86 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Preferred ChefFine Dining at Home
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Starting at $66 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Preferred ChefGraduation...The Greatest Adventure is What Lies Ahead
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Starting at $60 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Preferred ChefGirls Night In!
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Starting at $61 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
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Family Gathering
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3 Courses for $110 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Preferred ChefGraduation
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1 Courses for $55 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Preferred ChefBachelorette Weekend
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Starting at $69 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Preferred ChefSouthern Staples
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Starting at $60 Per Guest
Minimum $350 to book
Preferred ChefGood Ol' American
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Starting at $69 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Preferred ChefLatin Taste
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Starting at $54 Per Guest
Minimum $350 to book
Preferred ChefBridal Brunch
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Starting at $58 Per Guest
Minimum $350 to book
Preferred ChefAsian Influence
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Starting at $58 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Preferred ChefItalian Feast
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Starting at $62 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Preferred ChefCocktails & Canapes
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Starting at $50 Per Guest
Minimum $840 to book
Preferred ChefA Day To Remember
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2 Courses for $62 Per Guest
Minimum $1050 to book
Preferred ChefThe Groom's Feast
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6 Courses for $95 Per Guest
Minimum $399 to book
Reviews
Amanda White
September 12 2026Kiawah Island, SC
Menu: Family Gathering
We were on Kiawah celebrating my sister’s 50th birthday and Chef Katie fixed a fabulous dinner for the 6 of us- she was easy to work with in planning the menu and when she arrived at the house she was efficient, so lovely to talk to and the food was amazing and we had lots of leftovers!
Rating breakdown
- Chef Overall
- 5
- Food Quality
- 5
- Cleanliness
- 5
- Presentation
- 5
- Communication
- 5
Chef Katie Replied to Amanda White
Thanks so much for the kind words! I had a great time cooking for you ladies! I hope you enjoy the rest of your weekend! Thanks again Katie
Anne Martin
December 31 2025Isle of Palms, SC
Menu: Southern Staples
Chef Katie was truly the highlight of our family gathering. From the moment she arrived at the property, she made everyone feel comfortable and taken care of. She was warm, professional, and wonderfully organized, which allowed our entire family to relax and enjoy time together.
The food was exceptional—every dish was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. She accommodated different tastes and preferences with ease, and each course felt both elevated and comforting, which was perfect for a family setting. The whole group raved about her delicious food. Beyond the food, Chef Katie left the kitchen spotless and handled everything seamlessly, making the experience completely stress-free for us. Having her cook in our home elevated our gathering into something truly special and memorable. We would not hesitate to book her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for an outstanding private chef for a family event or special occasion.
Rating breakdown
- Chef Overall
- 5
- Food Quality
- 5
- Cleanliness
- 5
- Presentation
- 5
- Communication
- 5
Chef Katie Replied to Anne Martin
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure cooking for your family! Wishing you a Happy New Year!
Patrick O'Connor
September 14 2025Isle of Palms, SC
Menu: Southern Staples
Chef Katie prepared a truly amazing meal for a bachelorette party! She helped come up with creative ideas that fit our theme and her food was absolutely delicious! She was easy to communicate with, showed up on time, cleaned up everything and created a seamless in-home dining experience from start to finish. We loved the food and would definitely have her cook for us again if we’re in the area in the future.
Rating breakdown
- Chef Overall
- 5
- Food Quality
- 5
- Cleanliness
- 5
- Presentation
- 5
- Communication
- 5
Chef Katie Replied to Patrick O'Connor
Thank you Patrick for the amazing review! It was my pleasure to cook for you all last night! Please reach out if you are ever back in the area. Have a great rest of your weekend in Charleston!
Phil and Holly Gladstone
August 25 2025Isle of Palms, SC
Menu: Southern Staples
This was the absolute highlight of our bachelorette!! We had a last minute cancellation of one of our other events which left us with limited time and Katie was accommodating and made sure to have our food out earlier even though she had other bookings. I am so appreciative! The food ended up being so much more than we thought we would get and AMAZING! It was some of the best food many of us have had. The talent of Katie to be able to make a meal like that when she has no idea what type of kitchen she’s walking into is phenomenal and impressive. If any of us come back to the area we will absolutely hire her! She was amazing all around!
Rating breakdown
- Chef Overall
- 5
- Food Quality
- 5
- Cleanliness
- 5
- Presentation
- 5
- Communication
- 5
Chef Katie Replied to Phil and Holly Gladstone
Thank you Holly for the kind words. I am so glad you all had a wonderful dinner experience! I would love to cook for you all again if you come back to Charleston. Thanks again!
Elissa Welnick
September 29 2024North Charleston, SC
Menu: Girls Night In!
Chef Katie was absolutely amazing! She had great communication, the food was perfection, and we couldn’t recommend her enough for any event or dinner you have if you’re in the area. We hope to enjoy a meal from Chef Katie again soon!
Rating breakdown
- Chef Overall
- 5
- Food Quality
- 5
- Cleanliness
- 5
- Presentation
- 5
- Communication
- 5
Chef Katie Replied to Elissa Welnick
Thank you for your kind review! It was a pleasure cooking for you all last night, and I hope you had a wonderful evening. I would be delighted to cook for you again in the future. Enjoy the rest of your trip!
Kari Williams
September 08 2024
Menu: Good Ol' American
Amazing private chef experience with Chef Katie. She executed the menu perfectly and it was so nice to have an exquisite meal and everything was cleaned up and leftover packed and put away.
Rating breakdown
- Chef Overall
- 5
- Food Quality
- 5
- Cleanliness
- 5
- Presentation
- 5
- Communication
- 5
Tina Copenhaver
July 22 2024
Menu: Girls Night In!
Chef Katie cooked for 15 of my sorority sisters on July 20 at Wild Dunes Resort. This was our first experience with a home chef, and we were unsure of what to expect. We could not have been more pleased. From booking to cleanup, Katie exceeded my expectations. She was very responsive and accommodating during the planning process. She arrived on time and executed the meal and cleanup with ease. She suggested a grazing table which worked perfectly for our group. The food was AMAZING! She planned a beautiful menu which provided plenty of choices for everyone. I would highly recommend Chef Katie and will definitely work with her again!
Rating breakdown
- Chef Overall
- 5
- Food Quality
- 5
- Cleanliness
- 5
- Presentation
- 5
- Communication
- 5
Megan Kramer
June 11 2024
Menu: Good Ol' American
This private chef experience was the highlight of the bachelorette weekend. Chef Katie was insanely talented and gave us a meal that will be remembered forever. The food was incredible. Chef Katie is so kind, personable and was a delight to spend a few hours with. I would recommend Food, Fire and Knives, specifically Chef Katie, to absolutely anyone. Can't wait to figure out a reason to come back and do it all again :)
Rating breakdown
- Chef Overall
- 5
- Food Quality
- 5
- Cleanliness
- 5
- Presentation
- 5
- Communication
- 5
Bonni Bleustein
March 03 2024
Menu: Good Ol' American
Katie was a supreme professional. The food was beautifully presented and delicious. Service was impeccable. We will definitely use Katie when next we are on the island
Rating breakdown
- Chef Overall
- 5
- Food Quality
- 5
- Cleanliness
- 5
- Presentation
- 5
- Communication
- 5
Sarah Hook
January 18 2024
Menu: Simply Seafood
100% would book chef Katie again! She was awesome and her dishes were super flavorful! 5 stars!
Rating breakdown
- Chef Overall
- 5
- Food Quality
- 5
- Cleanliness
- 5
- Presentation
- 5
- Communication
- 5
Zoe Bolden
December 04 2023
Menu: Holiday/ Seasonal Family Style Dinner at Home
Katie is the chef to go with! She created an incredible custom menu for our team Christmas party, had such a lovely spirit, and the food was absolutely delicious! No complaints whatsoever, only our sincerest appreciation for everything she did to make our party great! Definitely will not be the last time we book with her!
Rating breakdown
- Chef Overall
- 5
- Food Quality
- 5
- Cleanliness
- 5
- Presentation
- 5
- Communication
- 5
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