Private Chef & Caterer
Luxury dining,
tailored to you.
Bespoke private menus crafted in your home by Chef Francesco La Russa — seasonal ingredients, refined technique, and an experience designed entirely around your table.
NYC · Long Island · The Hamptons · Montauk
A Different Kind of Dinner
I cook for the people you love, in the place you feel most at home — turning an ordinary evening into something worth remembering.
No restaurant noise, no rushed courses. Just a considered menu, composed for the season and your table, served with care so you can be fully present with your guests.
What I Offer
Dinners, Tailored to You
Private Dinners
Intimate multi-course dinners for two to twelve guests, designed around your tastes and the season's best.
Dinner Parties
Effortless entertaining at home. I handle the menu, the cooking, and the cleanup — you handle the company.
Custom Events
Anniversaries, milestones, and celebrations made memorable with a menu composed just for the occasion.
“Every plate is a prayer of gratitude, every ingredient a gift, every guest a blessing.”
— Chef Francesco La Russa
What Guests Are Saying
From the Table
Francesco turned our anniversary dinner into something we'll never forget. Every course was perfection — the handmade pasta alone was worth it. You could feel the love and intention he puts into every plate.
Sarah M.
New York, NY
We hired Francesco for a dinner party in the Hamptons and our guests are still talking about it. The food was extraordinary, the service was seamless, and he left our kitchen spotless. Absolutely worth every penny.
James & Lauren K.
Southampton, NY
Chef Francesco cooked for my wife's birthday and it was the most special meal we've ever had at home. The menu was tailored perfectly to us. There's something different about the energy he brings to his cooking.
Michael T.
Long Island, NY
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Let's design your evening.
Tell me about your table — the occasion, your guests, the flavors you love. I'll compose a menu and a quote within 48 hours.
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