Chef In The Valley

Exceptional 5.0(6)
  • 8 hires
  • Based in Kingston, NY
  • 3 years in business
  • 1 employee
  • Background checked

About Chef In The Valley

Chef in the Valley is a boutique personal chef and farm-to-table catering company based in New York’s Hudson Valley. Led by Chef Xavier James, a classically trained chef with over 20 years of fine dining experience—including time with Thomas Keller Hospitality and high-profile NYC restaurants—Chef in the Valley offers seasonal, locally sourced menus with an elevated yet approachable touch. From intimate dinners and wellness retreats to weddings and corporate events, we specialize in customized culinary experiences rooted in the bounty of the Hudson Valley. Whether you're seeking a multi-course plated meal, a vibrant family-style feast, or creative passed bites, our menus reflect both refined technique and the joy of cooking from the heart. With a focus on high-quality ingredients, dietary flexibility, and warm, professional service, Chef in the Valley delivers unforgettable meals for any occasion.

Reviews

Thumbtack customerJul 2026

Xavier was amazing! He was so easy to work with and catered to our preferences. He crafted the perfect menu. Every course was phenomenal! He thought of everything and left the kitchen spotless. He was worth every penny! We will definitely be hiring him again!

Lisa R.Jan 2025

Cannot recommend Chef Xavier enough! From the initial contact to creating the menu to executing an amazing experience and cleaning up like he was never even there, everything was perfect! Our family style dinner was absolutely delicious and my family raved about the entire experience. Xavier and April really went the extra mile and created such a memorable evening.

John b.Jan 2025

Food was amazing! Highly recommend, will be using Xavier again. Really nice guy and made us a great meal. He hand picked us steaks from a local farm that was delicious and we had amazing wagyu sliders. 10/10

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Chef In The Valley★ 5.0
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