Private Chef Services in Napa and Sonoma CA

A unique private dining experience using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients in the heart of wine country.

Meet Chef Craig

Chef Craig Herring is a seasoned culinary professional and passionate educator with over 30 years of experience. A proud graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Craig has dedicated his career to inspiring others through food—both in the kitchen and the classroom. Known for his love of fresh, locally sourced, and seasonal ingredients, he brings a thoughtful, approachable style to everything he makes. While his savory dishes shine, Craig is equally accomplished in baking and pastry, bringing a well-rounded skill set to every plate. Whether teaching or cooking, his goal is simple: make food that’s honest, flavorful, and brings people together.

Chef Craig preparing an experience for happy clients.
Crafted Gatherings can provide a Private Chef experience in Napa and Sonoma

Two Unique Private Dining Experiences

Private Chef services in the heart of wine country.

Unlock the secrets of culinary mastery with our hands-on sessions, designed to enhance your skills and bring your home-cooked meals to a restaurant-quality finish. Perfect for anyone looking to elevate their cooking prowess and savor delicious results.

A plated dish featuring a thick cut of medium-rare steak with a dark crust, topped with crispy fried onion strings, resting on a stack of potato pancakes, garnished with green and orange sauces, and scattered with black pepper.

Culinary Experience

A slice of raspberry layered cake topped with fresh raspberries on a black plate, with scattered raspberries around it on a dark wooden surface.

Discover the ease of stress-free in home dining with Chef Craig and his team. Celebrate special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, or bachelorette parties. We take care of all the preparing, serving, and hospitality. We leave your kitchen spotless.

Pricing depends on guest count, service level, and menu choice. We can host experiences at various locations like Airbnbs, private homes, or wineries. We create memorable dining events tailored to your needs, whether it's an intimate party, wedding, bachelorette dinner, retreat, or holiday celebration. Special dietary requests are welcome. We focus on local and seasonal ingredients to provide amazing meals for everyone. Meals can be served buffet style, family style, or as multi-course options.

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Chef Craig provides fresh baked goods with every meal.
Chef Craig uses locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.
Chef Craig specializes in baking and pastry
Private Chef Services - Servers and bartenders provided

Contact Us

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Text or Call: (703) 798-4372

Email: chefcraig@winecountrycraftedgatherings.com