Private Chef Matthew Alexander — Local services in Town of Hempstead

An Unforgettable Private Dining Experience with Chef Matthew

I hired Chef Matthew for a private dinner to celebrate my husband's birthday, and I can confidently say it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. From start to finish, the experience was flawless. Chef Matthew arrived on time with two assistants, and together they delivered not only an exceptional meal, but also top-tier hospitality. The entire team was professional, courteous, and made every guest feel welcomed and well taken care of.

Chef Matthew took the time to introduce each course, sharing the inspiration behind the dishes and his thoughtful ingredient choices. It added such a personal and engaging touch to the evening — like having a private culinary show in our own home!

Now let’s talk about the food — absolutely incredible. Every dish was perfectly balanced, full of depth, and cooked to perfection. The flavors were rich yet refined, and every bite felt like a celebration of quality ingredients and expert technique.

Our unforgettable menu:

Course One: Pickled beet salad — bright, fresh, and beautifully plated.

Course Two: Pasta with smoked kielbasa and veal Bolognese — rich, smoky, and comforting.

Course Three: Veal shank with port wine and vegetable polenta — fall-off-the-bone tender and deeply flavorful.

Course Four (Dessert): Homemade candied butter pecan ice cream with apple blossoms and warm maple syrup — pure heaven and the perfect ending to a perfect meal.

Chef Matthew turned a special evening into an extraordinary one. If you're considering hiring a private chef for any event, look no further. I highly recommend Chef Matthew for any in-home gathering or event space — his talent, professionalism, and warmth truly set him apart. He is...

I recently had the pleasure of hiring Chef Matthew Alexander for a special birthday dinner at my home, and the experience was truly exceptional from start to finish. From our initial consultation, Chef Matthew was incredibly communicative and attentive. He took the time to understand what I wanted for my husband’s birthday dinner. He crafted a custom menu that perfectly balanced what I thought my hubby would want with his own creative culinary flair using seasonal local ingredients. We had young grandchildren we wanted to include and still enjoy an adult only dinner, Chef suggested ways to manage that successfully! On the evening of the event, Chef Matthew arrived promptly and was incredibly organized. He and his wonderful server Mary, brought all necessary equipment and made themselves at home in our kitchen with remarkable efficiency. Their presence was professional yet friendly, and they seamlessly managed the cooking while we enjoyed ourselves like guests in our own home. And the food! Every dish was a masterpiece. The seafood pasta with cherry pepper and heirloom tomato cancassé, was a standout. The veal chop perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor served with a very unique polenta cake, unbelievable! The presentation of each course was stunning, like something out of a high-end restaurant. After the meal, Chef Matthew and Mary left our kitchen absolutely spotless! Chef not only delivered an unforgettable meal but also provided impeccably timed service. I wholeheartedly recommend Sabor de Arte and Chef Matthew Alexander to anyone looking for a truly personalized and high-quality culinary experience. We will definitely be hiring...

We hosted a special birthday dinner in our home with Chef Matthew. The evening exceeded our expectations. Chef Mattew was professional, friendly, organized and extremely knowledgeable about the dishes he served. Now let’s talk about what’s really important… the food! We had a surf and turf menu, bake clams, shrimp cocktail and spring rolls to start. What a fantastic beginning to the evening. Our guests are still talking about the delicious cocktail sauce! The dinner began with a pickled beet salad, hydroponic greens topped with a goat cheese spring roll with a fantastic dressing. We continued with duck confit which nothing short of amazing. It’s Chef Matthew’s specialty and we HIGHLY recommend it. We could have ended the meal on this high note, but there was more to come. Next came the entree which was filet mignon which melted in your mouth and a lobster tail with a garlic butter sauce that we couldn’t get enough of. The asparagus and dauphinoise potato was a perfect accompaniment. This culinary experience ended with key lime pie which we requested and a vanilla bean gelato which was made by Chef Matthew himself. Each course was explained in detail regarding the process of preparation and the origin of the ingredients. His staff was professional as well and cordial to our guests. They contributed to a lovely evening. Chef Matthew was easy to talk to and get in touch with. He listens to exactly what you want. We have have no hesitation in highly recommending Chef Matthew for your next dinner party or function. It was...