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Fine Dining, right

to Your Table

Locally inspired private chef experiences, elevated catering, and hands-on cooking classes crafted with fresh ingredients.

Our Story

Matt’s Professional Chef Service is built on fresh local ingredients, refined culinary technique, and a deep respect for the people who gather around the table.

Chef Matt began his culinary journey as a dishwasher at Agustin Kitchen, working his way into the kitchen and building a career throughout Tucson’s restaurant scene. His experience includes Dante’s Fire, Casino Del Sol, The Lodge on the Desert, and serving as a chef for a University of Arizona sorority.

His greatest influence was his mentor, Chef Gino Marinelli of Roma’s Cafe, who taught him not only how to cook, but how to care for the people at the table. Chef Matt later honored his legacy by naming his food truck Original Gino’s Cafe.

Our services

From an intimate dinner at home to a catered celebration or hands-on cooking class, Chef Matt creates meals built around quality ingredients, personal attention, and the people gathered around the table.

Private Chef Dining
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person in white dress shirt holding white ceramic bowl with food

Enjoy a restaurant-quality dining experience in the comfort of your home. Chef Matt creates and prepares a four-course meal for you and your guests, making special occasions feel effortless, personal, and unforgettable.

Starting at $100 per person, plus food cost.

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Grandmother and granddaughter baking together in a kitchen.
Catering & Food Truck Events

From corporate lunches to private parties and community gatherings, Original Gino’s Cafe brings fresh, crowd-pleasing food directly to your event. Menus can be tailored to fit your guests, occasion, and budget.

Starting at $15–$50 per person.

Learn to cook alongside Chef Matt in a relaxed, hands-on setting. Perfect for date nights, family experiences, small groups, or team events, each class is designed to be fun, approachable, and full of great food.

You can choose a private cooking lesson or join one of Chef Matt's group classes at Button Brew House.

Private & Group Cooking Classes

FOR EVERY Gathering

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Date nights & Anniversaries

Skip the reservation and enjoy a beautiful, chef-prepared dinner in the comfort of your own home.

Birthdays & private celebrations

Gather your favorite people around a menu designed for the moment, with fresh ingredients and a personal touch.

Corporate Gatherings

Host clients, reward your team, or elevate an office event with food that feels polished and memorable.

Cooking Experiences

Spend time together in the kitchen with a hands-on class designed for couples, families, friends, or small groups.

How It Works

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TELL US ABOUT YOUR EVENT
PLAN YOUR MENU OR YOUR CLASS
ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE

Share your date, guest count, location, and the kind of experience you have in mind — whether it’s private dining, mobile catering, or a hands-on cooking class.

Chef Matt will help you create the right menu or class experience based on your preferences, dietary needs, occasion, and budget.

From preparation to service, everything is handled with care so you can relax, enjoy the food, and spend time with your guests.

WHY GUESTS CHOOSE CHEF MATT

Restaurant experience

Years of experience in Tucson kitchens, private dining, catering, and hospitality.

Fresh, Local Ingredients

Menus built around quality ingredients and food that feels fresh, thoughtful, and personal.

A personal, hands-on experience built around care, hospitality, and genuine connection.

Family-Run Service

Bring Chef matt To Your Table

Whether you’re planning a private dinner, food truck experience, or hands-on cooking class, Chef Matt will help create something fresh, personal, and memorable for your guests.

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