River is a New Mexico-based Private Chef and Consultant, focusing on deliciously healthy food.
healing you from the inside out with locally sourced seasonal foods
meet the chef
“As a formerly trained sushi chef then trained as a more well rounded chef, I am dedicated to creating delicious mouthwatering meals, that delight the senses. With experience cooking all over the world for a diverse range of clients including celebrities, pro-athletes, and families, I provide high-end chef service for intimate dinners, small weddings, special events, retreats, and more. I’ve consulted in many restaurant kitchens creating new and fresh menus and recipe developing. As well as delivering weekly meals to those too busy for the kitchen. Whether it's creating a custom menu or sourcing the freshest local ingredients, I am committed to delivering an unforgettable experience for all of my clients.”
services
From intimate dinner parties to small weddings and events, family style dinners. Many menus and cuisines to choose from.
Private Dinners + Small Events
We hired River on a recent trip to Santa Fe for a week-long family vacation. The seasonal menu was fun and healthy, and took into account a wide range of complicated dietary preferences (sugar free, low spice, gluten free & pregnant!) while respecting our budget. Communication was excellent, River was always on time or early, and the ingredients were super fresh. Most importantly, the meals themselves were absolutely delicious and well suited to family-style dining and post-dinner grazing. My husband and my family still can't stop talking about what a treat it was to have someone cook for them. River was a joy to have in the kitchen (as a human and chef!) and we would hire them again in a heartbeat.
- Kegan Fisher
My meal delivery service brings the convenience of freshly prepared, organic, healthy meals right to your doorstep, with deliveries on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Weekly Meal Delivery
Any and all realms of food, I can coach you through weekly meal ideas to meet any and all dietary needs and more. Restaurant menu building and putting it into production.
Consulting + Guidance
I am always grateful when I work with someone who masterfully combines elevated skill while sharing their offerings from a place of joy and inspiration. Chef River prepares exquisite, delicious meals that keep guests enraptured with layered tastes, clean, healthy cuisine and unique dishes. I have and will continue to recommend Chef River to anyone looking to bring the spark of delicious elegance and creative beauty to their dining experience.
- Tracee Stanley
We traveled to Valdez from Texas for my daughter’s small wedding. I was scrambling to find a last minute chef to prepare a meal for the 15 of us after the ceremony. River not only took the job the day before, but somehow managed to make it the most delicious and special meal we could have dreamed of!! They happily accommodated dietary restrictions and even picked up some champagne for the party. The food was magical! Their presence made a perfect evening even more memorable! If I’m ever back in the area, River will be my first call!
- Kimberly Raby
reviews
the food
Chef River has cultivated a unique culinary style that marries the warmth of southern comfort food with the delicate nuances of Japanese cuisine. From an early age, their southern grandmother instilled the importance of hearty, wholesome meals, while their Japanese father introduced them to the art of precision and balance in flavors. The result is a harmonious blend that prioritizes health without sacrificing taste.
Through extensive travel and hands-on experience with diverse culinary traditions, Chef River has refined their techniques and expanded their flavor profiles. Each dish tells a story, drawing inspiration from a rich tapestry of global influences while remaining rooted in the comfort of southern cooking. Whether it’s a vibrant Japanese curry infused with southern comfort or a classic pulled pork sandwich reimagined with Japanese umami, the meals reflect a commitment to freshness and creativity. This fusion not only honors the chef's heritage but also invites others to explore the possibilities of innovative, health-conscious cuisine.