SERVING EAGLE, BOISE, TREASURE & GARDEN VALLEY, CASCADE, DONNELLY & MCCALL

Intimate Full-Service Private Chef Experiences

Globally inspired, Michelin-caliber private chef experiences for food lovers, adventurous spirits, and those who love to create unforgettable memories around the table.

PRIVATE CHEF SERVICE
BRUNCH SERVICE
COOKING CLASSES

Welcome to Food By Wendy

Some meals are simply eaten. Others are felt, remembered, and talked about for years. Chef Wendy Petersen brings that kind of experience into the comfort of your own home or vacation rental, designed entirely around you, prepared with the care and precision of a chef who has cooked for the world's most discerning guests, and infused with the belief everyone at your table deserves to feel like the evening is being created just for them. Because it is.

MEMORABLE CULINARY EXPERIENCES

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Elegant outdoor table setting with crystal glassware, floral-patterned plates, green napkins, fresh green leaves, and yellow lemons on a white tablecloth, with wooden chairs in the background.
Close-up of a plated appetizer featuring a rolled dish garnished with greens and sesame seeds, served with a reddish sauce, on white plates.
Outdoor dining area with a long table set with white plates, wine glasses, and yellow floral centerpieces, surrounded by wicker chairs and hanging wicker lights.
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Plate of cooked steak, asparagus, potatoes, and green vegetables, with a glass of white wine nearby, on a table outside.
Elegant plated éclair topped with berries, garnished with edible lacy structures and fresh herbs on a white ceramic plate.
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THE BEST PRIVATE CHEF IN EAGLE, IDAHO

A Private Chef Experience as Special as the People Around Your Table

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    World Class Experience

    20+ years of global culinary training, from the kitchens of Hawaii and the vineyards of Napa Valley to luxury yachts on the Mediterranean and Caribbean, now brought to your table.

  • Steak served on a plate with greens and colorful chopped peppers, with a red napkin and glass in the blurry background.

    100% Personalized

    Every menu is designed around your tastes, dietary needs, and unique vision. Nothing is standard, nothing is repeated. Every detail reflects you, the season, and the occasion you are celebrating.

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    Every Detail, Handled

    From ingredient sourcing and menu planning to tablescape design and full cleanup, every detail is handled with care. Your only role is to be present and enjoy every moment.

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How The Experience Unfolds

A wooden dining table decorated with a rustic brown vase, green foliage, a single white candle, and multiple empty glasses, set for a meal.

  • We start with a complimentary conversation to learn about your vision, your guests, and your occasion. After your consultation, Wendy will send a custom proposal tailored to your event.

  • Once you're ready to move forward, Wendy collaborates with you to finalize every detail of your menu. She can present additional seasonal ideas and suggestions to make it truly special.

  • Before your event, Wendy hand-selects every ingredient from local farms, trusted purveyors, and the finest specialty vendors in the region. Extraordinary food begins long before it reaches your plate.

  • Wendy comes to you. Your evening begins with passed appetizers and a cocktail hour while she designs your tablescape. Then the meal unfolds, course by course, with Wendy personally introducing each one.

  • When the last course is finished, Wendy takes care of everything. The kitchen is left spotless. The only thing remaining is the memory of the evening and a personal gift left just for you.

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The World's Finest Flavors, At Your Table.

The World's Finest Flavors, At Your Table.

A woman chef with dark brown hair in a white chef's coat, standing with arms crossed in a professional kitchen, smiling at the camera.

“I believe some of the most meaningful moments in life are shared around the table.”

WHERE MEANINGFUL CELEBRATIONS

Meet World-Class Cuisine

Wendy’s artistic, globally-inspired culinary experiences are designed for those who know that the most meaningful moments are often shared around the table. The ones who find beauty in thoughtful details, who care deeply about how something feels and is presented, and who believe a culinary journey can become a memory that lingers long after the experience ends.

It is for those who believe in investing in meaningful experiences. Those who are adventurous, who love to host, to celebrate, and love bringing people together in a way that feels intimate, personal, and far from ordinary. Wendy’s background has taken her through many different kitchens, cultures, and extraordinary experiences around the world, all of which now inspire the meals and moments she creates at your table.

WENDY'S STORY
  • A white plate with cheeses, figs, crackers, breadsticks, and grapes on a wooden table.
  • Cucumber rolls topped with raw tuna, garnished with red chili slices, sesame seeds, and microgreens, arranged on a salt block.
  • Fried chicken tenders garnished with edible flowers and herbs, served with a creamy dipping sauce on a white plate with green leaf patterns, with artichoke plants in the background.
  • Elegant dinner table setting with wine glasses, plates, bread, salad, candles, and floral arrangements in a warmly lit room.
  • A plated meal featuring sliced beef on toasted bread with greens and microgreens, served on a white decorative plate. In the background, there are wine glasses and a rolled napkin with a small floral decoration.

  • "We have hired Chef Wendy to cook for special family occasions. She is super professional, showing up on time and in her chef's attire. She is a joy to have in our home as she is friendly and easy-going. Chef Wendy is a fabulous cook; her meals are creative and beautifully presented. She is also very good at creating beautiful and elegant tablescapes. We highly recommend her services!"

    — Jennifer Price

  • "Wendy has cooked for us throughout the last 10 years for special occasions. The food is always so delicious, its hard not to gobble it down. I have to make myself slow down and enjoy all the wonderful flavors. Her presentation is her specialty. She makes it all look so beautiful. I also have some diet limitations and she is so good at coming up with something wonderful for me to try. I love that she uses fresh seasonal produce and organic foods."

    — Lynn Chase

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    "Wendy has cooked for us for many years, from our vacation homes to are very own restaurant in the sky, our plane. She has prepared a variety of wonderful cuisines, including beautiful seafood dishes and international delights. Her style and attention to detail are not only appreciated, but always simplify her creativity to such amazing dishes!"

    — Mary Whalley

  • "Throughout the years Wendy has provided outstanding cuisine with a touch of flare and unique style to every dish she creates. Her culinary expertise and attention to detail are nothing short of amazing. Working within budget makes her an asset to any kitchen! Her love for food shows in her beautiful presentation and taste on the palate."

    — Mark Monsma

LOCAL PURVEYORS

Extraordinary Food Begins With Extraordinary Ingredients

Every menu Wendy creates is built around the finest ingredients from local farms, fishmongers, and specialty purveyors the region has to offer. From the most beautifully marbled Wagyu beef and the freshest wild-caught seafood, to certified organic herbs and greens, artisan breads, and seasonal produce handpicked from local farmers' markets, every ingredient is chosen with intention, sourced with care, and prepared with the respect it deserves.

Purple Sage Farms · Reel's Seafood · Snake River Farms · Boise Co-op · Local Farmers Markets · Acme Bread · Zeppole Baking Co  ·  Ferg’s Fabulous Fungi ·  The Boise Farmers’ Market

GET IN TOUCH

Your most memorable evening begins with a conversation. Wendy offers a complimentary consultation to explore your vision and curate the perfect menu for your occasion.

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