PERSONAL Chef Services in Palm Coast
Delicious home-cooked meals prepared in your kitchen so you can relax and enjoy dinner again.
Questions: Call or text 386-793-0550
PERSONAL Chef Services
Weekly Meal Prep (Most Popular)
I come to your home — typically once per week — and cook multiple meals designed to last for several days.
Meals are portioned, labeled, and stored in your containers for easy reheating later in the week.
Perfect for:
• Busy working households
• New parents
• Seniors or homebound clients
• Retirees who prefer home-cooked meals without the effort
• Families with packed schedules
• Anyone tired of cooking every night
Menus are customized based on:
• Taste preferences
• Dietary needs
• Family size
• Budget
This service eliminates the stress of daily cooking while keeping fresh meals ready for your household.
Typical visits range from $250–$650 depending on menu size and preparation time. Groceries are separate.
One-Time or Occasional Cooking
Perfect when you need help in the kitchen for a day or evening.
Examples include:
• Family dinners
• Lunch or dinner preparation
• Meal support during illness or recovery
• Busy weeks when cooking isn't possible
Private dinners typically range from $45–$100+ per person depending on menu complexity and preparation time. Signature or multi-course menus may be priced higher depending on preparation complexity.
Groceries are separate and menus are customized for your household.
What I Specialize In
I specialize in personalized in-home cooking for individual households.
To remain compliant with Florida food safety regulations, I do not operate as a catering company, restaurant, delivery service, or large event provider.
My focus is fresh meals prepared directly in your kitchen for your household.
Meet Your Chef
Hi, I'm David, the cook behind Plated by Pardine.
I'm a husband and father who has always loved bringing people together around food. Growing up, I watched my mother host family meals and gatherings, and those experiences shaped the way I think about cooking today.
Later on, my wife and I found ourselves wanting to enjoy restaurant-quality meals at home without constantly eating out. That curiosity led me to start teaching myself how to cook the kinds of dishes we loved.
Over time, cooking became something I truly enjoyed — experimenting with flavors, refining recipes, and creating meals that people look forward to sitting down and sharing.
Plated by Pardine grew out of that passion. My goal is simple: to help households enjoy fresh, comforting meals prepared right in their own kitchen.
Delicious food, a relaxed kitchen, and meals people genuinely enjoy.
Serving households throughout Palm Coast and surrounding communities.
Ready to make dinner easier?
Schedule a consultation and let's talk about what you enjoy eating.
Questions? Call or text: (386-793-0550)
My Cooking Style
Comfort food, global influences, and meals built around your household.
My cooking focuses on comforting, homemade meals tailored to each household's tastes and routines.
I’m inspired by Florida’s diverse food culture — blending South Florida comfort, Caribbean, Latin, and fresh citrus flavors — while keeping every menu flexible and built around what works best for your home.
From homemade pizza to pasta dishes to stir-fries, classic chicken dinners, and kid-friendly favorites, my goal is to create meals that feel welcoming and stress-free for everyday family life.
I also accommodate a wide range of dietary preferences and wellness goals, including lighter cooking styles and balanced meals.
Every household eats differently, and great cooking starts by listening first and building meals around the people I’m serving.
Below are examples of meals I’ve prepared for people.