Jimmys' Story

From humble beginnings in Philadelphia, Pa , James Reese better known as "Chef Jimmy", took the long route to becoming a chef. He had always cooked for friends and family but never professionally. After a successful career in the entertainment industry, that all changed. Jimmy decided to take cooking courses and leverage his connections to become a private chef for some of his celebrity friends. He started out working for various private chef services before branching out on his own and relocating to Florida in 2018. Jimmy is a natural chef its in his blood. His father is a master baker. His sister owns an international meal prep service. His cousin owns a successful restaurant chain back home in Philadelphia. He also has two uncles that are pro chefs as well. Needless to say the transition wasn't too much of a stretch for him.

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He is now married and living comfortably in Winter Haven, Florida. He has taken the region by storm with his excellent dishes, witty charm and dedication to excellence. You've made a great choice when you book him! He is more than a chef he is an all around great person with a genuine love for his craft.