"There are things you do because they feel right & they make no sense & they make no money & it may be the real reason we are here: to love each other & to eat each other's cooking & say it was good"...Brian Andreas
Hello hungry people. I look forward to sharing my decades of experience with you through teaching, good times and great food. I want to share my past with you for you to understand who I am and how I got to be. So, sit back, pour a glass of wine, beer, coffee or whatever you like and enjoy the ride.
My love for food began at a very young age. Being of Sicilian descent, I spent many summers in my grandmother's garden and kitchen. Helping her pick fresh herbs and vegetables to stirring sauces, rolling meatballs, breading eggplant and of course taste testing her amazing food.
I began my career in food service at a very young age in a friend's family-owned restaurant in Woodstock NY. It was the early 80's, in the Hudson Valley and next to the Woodstock Playhouse. It was the gathering place for great performances and great food at the gateway to Woodstock. It was the place to be and be seen. The staff buzzing around, the excitement of meal service, the smells and sounds of a busy kitchen...I was hooked from the start.
I applied at The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park NY in 1991. At that time students weren't just enrolled, they had to be accepted. Through my experience, my passion for food and a genuine desire to be a chef I was accepted. While putting myself through school I was also working at America's oldest Inn, The Beekman Arms in Rhinebeck NY. I worked under Larry Forgione, who really is one of the first celebrity chefs, has been called the ‘Godfather of American Cuisine’ and truly one of the best chefs I've worked for. I met Wolfgang Puck at Beekman Arms one afternoon following a recording of The Today Show and with Chef Forgione’s help, I secured an externship training alongside Wolfgang Puck at his first and most famous restaurant, Spago, in West Hollywood. This was the best experience ever. Not only did I learn invaluable techniques, but also the importance of using high quality, wholesome, local, organic products simply prepared to allow the ingredients to be the focus. We made everything from scratch, everything. There has yet to be a restaurant that I’ve stepped foot in of this caliber. I loved going to work every day for the shear excitement of cooking the most amazing food and working with the best ingredients. It didn’t hurt our clientele was actors, musicians, comedians, sports stars and everybody in between either. After all it was the Sunset Strip, Hollywood.
Following graduation from The Culinary Institute of America I worked in New York and Connecticut for some time. I gained a lot of hands-on experience working with some great chefs honing my skills in all aspects of food service, even opening a sushi bar.
Fast forward to today and how I came to North Carolina. I can honestly say I was looking for a change of scenery, and less snow and ice. I’ve held numerous jobs here in Wilmington from French bistro to rolling sushi, breakfast, catering, country club and even corporate chef. I most recently opened from scratch an Italian restaurant with the best Neapolitan pizza you’ll find in the county.
I decided recently to make the transition out of the daily grind of the commercial kitchen and into your home. I excel at intimate, fine dining food and am looking forward to giving you the experience of a 5-star rated meal, without leaving the comfort of your own home. I'm wholly devoted to preparing uncomplicated food allowing the quality and care in the preparation of the ingredients to show through in the dish.
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Chef Kevin's Menus
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Kaiseki Experience
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7 Courses for $100 Per Guest
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The New England Table
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7 Courses for $100 Per Guest
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PIZZA Party!
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Starting at $53 Per Guest
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South of the Border
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Starting at $75 Per Guest
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Scales and Shells
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Starting at $78 Per Guest
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Family Meal
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Starting at $75 Per Guest
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Carolina Coast Luau
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A Trip to Maui
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A Menu to Impress
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Brunch by the Beach
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Starting at $46 Per Guest
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A Trip Down the California Coast
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Starting at $82 Per Guest
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Where There's Smoke There's Fire
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Starting at $75 Per Guest
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Mediterranean Market
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Lowcountry Cooking
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Starting at $75 Per Guest
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Mangia Mangia
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The Garden
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Greatest Hits!
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Reviews
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Sally Davis
May 22 2026Bald Head Island, NC
5.0/ 5
Menu: A Menu to Impress
Kevin was phenomenal! The highlight of our week was having Kevin come and prepare an exceptional meal for 13 adults. He was so prepared and the food was excellent. We can’t wait to hire him for our next trip! If you’re looking for a personal chef on Bald Head Island, look no further than Chef Kevin! 👏🏼
Rating breakdown
Chef Overall
5
Food Quality
5
Cleanliness
5
Presentation
5
Communication
5
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Lynn Orlando
May 03 2026Surf City, NC
5.0/ 5
Menu: Scales and Shells
Kevin was a very impressive chef. The food was delectable! The ceviche was incredible and seasoned just right. We also had Sea bass, risotto, and broccolini which were all flavored well and delish. Chef Kevin has a professional but fun personality. When I texted him or called him, he was very receptive, and he responded quickly. I would sincerely recommend hiring him!
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Chef Overall
5
Food Quality
5
Cleanliness
5
Presentation
5
Communication
5
Caitlyn Keish
April 14 2026Kure Beach, NC
5.0/ 5
Menu: PIZZA Party!
Chef Kevin and Dawn were amazing! They made the last night of our bachelorette trip so relaxing and enjoyable. The pizzas and salads were absolutely delicious and they were both great to work with. They handled all the setup and even cleaned the dishes afterward, which we really appreciated. Would definitely book again if we are back in the area someday. Thank you!
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Chef Overall
5
Food Quality
5
Cleanliness
5
Presentation
5
Communication
5
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Julie Papritan
March 29 2026Bald Head Island, NC
5.0/ 5
Menu: Lowcountry Cooking
We had such a fantastic experience with Kevin! From the moment he arrived, his energy was upbeat, engaging, and genuinely fun—it set the tone for the entire evening. He made everyone feel comfortable and added a great vibe to the experience.
And the food—absolutely delicious. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. You could really tell he takes pride in his craft.
If you’re looking for someone who brings both incredible food and a great personality to the table, I would highly recommend him. It truly made for a memorable night!
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Chef Overall
5
Food Quality
5
Cleanliness
5
Presentation
5
Communication
5
Mark T Melio
March 22 2026Wilmington, NC
5.0/ 5
Menu: Mediterranean Market
Chef Kevin was wonderful. He was personable and flexible; great with our group of six friends. His prep work beforehand made things easier and enabled us to focus on the cooking. We were impressed that the sea bass was just caught the day before. His knowledge of which blue cheese or which olive oil to use was spot on . He answered every question we had. What a fine and delicious evening!
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Chef Overall
5
Food Quality
5
Cleanliness
5
Presentation
5
Communication
5
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Tim George
November 27 2025Wilmington, NC
5.0/ 5
Menu: A Menu to Impress
Chef Kevin was amazing. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a great evening with fantastic food. I really appreciated his communication and willingness to be flexible with the menu as well. 10 out of 10 experience.
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Chef Overall
5
Food Quality
5
Cleanliness
5
Presentation
5
Communication
5
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Patty Donnelly
May 18 2025Leland, NC
5.0/ 5
Menu: Greatest Hits!
Enjoyed every aspect of our dinner. We chose the greatest hits menu and crab cake appetizers. Everything cooked perfectly. Enjoyed some cooking tips from Chef Kevin as well. Our young adult children enjoyed eatching him cook and answer questions. Our daughter was having morning sickness and he altered her dish for her. Absolutely would have Chef Kevin again.
Rating breakdown
Chef Overall
5
Food Quality
5
Cleanliness
5
Presentation
5
Communication
5
Patrick Brown
January 30 2025Wilmington, NC
5.0/ 5
Menu: A Trip Down the California Coast
Chef Kevin absolutely delivered for to help celebrate our 8 year wedding anniversary. Through the entire process, Chef was responsive, helpful, and respectful. When it came to the actual food and company, our expectations were exceeded as the duck was prepared so well. I can't recommend Chef Kevin enough as he is so open with his experience in the kitchen from recipes to stories throughout his career.
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Chef Overall
5
Food Quality
5
Cleanliness
5
Presentation
5
Communication
5
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Addison Caudill
January 13 2025Wilmington, NC
5.0/ 5
Menu: Lowcountry Cooking
We had an amazing experience with Chef Kevin. He communicated well and made our dinner party so special. The food was delicious!
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Chef Overall
5
Food Quality
5
Cleanliness
5
Presentation
5
Communication
5
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Sara Sumner
October 07 2024Sneads Ferry, NC
5.0/ 5
Menu: Taqueria!
Kevin was AMAZING! Not only day of, but weeks/months leading up to it! He was so easy to communicate with and was flexible with all the changes and our schedule. The food was outstanding and he crushed the service and presentation! I would highly recommend using Kevin for any event! Thank you so much
Rating breakdown
Chef Overall
5
Food Quality
5
Cleanliness
5
Presentation
5
Communication
5
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G S
August 09 2024Ocean Isle Beach, NC
5.0/ 5
Menu: A Menu to Impress
Chef Kevin was amazing! We had a delicious meal and food presentation and explanation of how it was prepared made it feel like we were in a private upscale restaurant. We would definitely hire him again!
Rating breakdown
Chef Overall
5
Food Quality
5
Cleanliness
5
Presentation
5
Communication
5
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Nathan Foust
July 07 2024
5.0/ 5
Menu: Greatest Hits!
From start to finish, Chef Kevin was fantastic. He was super easy to coordinate with and very flexible. And most importantly, the food was delicious - truly incredible experience.