One of a Kind Private Dining in Scottsdale & Phoenix
A seat at the table
My love of cooking began at tables around the world: long lunches in Greece and Italy, late dinners in Spain, bustling food markets in Mexico, and island feasts in Hawaii. Everywhere I’ve traveled, I’ve found the same truth. The best meals aren’t just about food, they’re about gathering, connecting and having a shared experience through a meal. Everyone who has ever given me a seat at their table has shown me that the simple gesture of breaking bread together can lead to lifelong memories and relationships that continue to grow.
Those journeys shaped the way I cook today: bright, seasonal, and rooted in Mediterranean flavors like good olive oil, fresh herbs, citrus, and simple ingredients treated with care. I place a strong emphasis on the importance of genuine hospitality, warmth and environment. As The Venusian Plate, I bring that spirit to private dining in Scottsdale and across the Phoenix area, building every menu around what’s fresh and in season and sourcing from local farms and growers whenever I can.
To be Venusian is to be bountiful, generous, graceful, joyful, and radiant. For me, dining is a way of connecting and communing. It’s about honoring life through nourishing meals, meaningful connection, and the simple pleasure of sharing food with others.
— Chef Carli
Private Dining in Scottsdale
My private chef dinners are custom experiences designed to bring people together through beautiful food and warm hospitality. I build each menu around the season, the setting, and the occasion. That might be an intimate dinner for two, a birthday or anniversary celebration, a dinner party in your Scottsdale home, a bachelorette weekend dinner, or a group gathering at a vacation rental.
Every experience includes menu planning, ingredient sourcing, preparation, on-site cooking, plated or family-style service, and full kitchen clean-up, so you and your guests can simply relax and enjoy the evening.
Catering & Events
Seasonal catering rooted in abundance, artistry, and connection.
I cater bachelorette parties, rehearsal dinners, intimate weddings, retreats, brand events, wellness gatherings, holiday parties, and celebrations throughout Scottsdale, Phoenix, and the Valley. My culinary approach pairs refined presentation with a relaxed, generous feel: abundant tables, fresh ingredients, and meals that feel both nourishing and memorable.
From colorful grazing tables and family-style dinners to canapés and dessert petit fours, I tailor every event to you and the atmosphere you want to create.
Weekly Meal Prep
Chef-prepared meals that bring ease, nourishment, and beauty to everyday life.
I tailor weekly meal prep to your tastes, dietary needs, and schedule, with fresh seasonal ingredients and balanced, satisfying meals. It’s ideal for busy professionals, families, seasonal residents, wellness-focused lifestyles, and postpartum support. You get restaurant-quality food at home without the planning, shopping, or cooking.
Book Your Private Chef Experience
I cook in homes and vacation rentals throughout the Phoenix metro area, including:
Scottsdale & Paradise Valley: North Scottsdale, Old Town, Fountain Hills, Cave Creek, and Carefree
Phoenix: Arcadia, Biltmore, Downtown Phoenix, and Desert Ridge
East Valley: Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, and San Tan Valley
West Valley: Glendale, Peoria, and Goodyear
Planning a bachelorette weekend, golf trip, or girls’ getaway? I’ll bring the dinner party to your rental. Seasonal residents and visitors are always welcome. Book early for the busy winter season.
