Weekly chef-prepared dinners for busy Minneapolis/Saint Paul families. Nourishing, seasonal, ready-to-serve meals delivered straight to your fridge.
I didn’t grow up around home-cooked meals. My parents didn’t cook, and dinner was never the centerpiece of our day. It wasn’t until I lived with a French family as an au pair that I experienced what it meant to gather for dinner — the rhythm, the beauty, the way it brought everyone together. It sparked a belief that guides me to this day: dining well is living well.
I taught myself through cookbooks before training at the Vail Academy of Culinary Arts, and after working in five-star hotels, I realized my passion wasn’t in restaurants, it was in helping people experience an elevated dining experience at home.
Since then, I’ve owned a French cooking school for children, watched kids discover the joy of trying new foods, cooked for professional athletes (a role I still hold today), and found my calling as a private chef — bringing families back to the table with food that feels both nourishing and effortless.
These experiences inspired me to create my signature offerings, designed to bring more beauty, connection, and ease into your evenings, without the stress of planning, shopping, or cooking.
Imagine opening your fridge to find three beautifully prepared dinners waiting for you — fresh, seasonal, and made by a chef who knows your family’s tastes.
No grocery lists. No last-minute chopping.
Picture setting the table without stress, and watching everyone gather around a meal you didn’t have to plan, shop for, or cook.
More ease in your evenings. More connection at your table. And the quiet confidence that your family is dining well.
The rhythm of family dinners, simplified.
A custom full service for discerning households & individuals.
A taste of chef-prepared dining — perfect as a gift or introduction.
"Before Erica, dinner was the most stressful part of my day. We’d waste groceries, order too much takeout, and I always felt guilty that my kids weren’t eating well.
Since starting the weekly delivery, all of that changed. Three nights a week I just open the fridge and there are beautiful, nourishing meals ready for us. The kids are trying new things, and I feel so much calmer at the table. It’s not just food, it’s peace of mind. Worth every penny."
-Amanda O
"I’ve worked with other private chefs, but none of them took my allergies and preferences seriously. I felt like I had to micromanage every detail, and I still didn’t trust what was on my plate.
Erica changed that. Every meal is perfectly tailored, with zero mistakes, and I never feel bored or restricted. I don’t think about food anymore—it’s just handled, with total precision and variety."
-Jon F
"When we brought our baby home, cooking felt impossible. We were living off frozen meals and takeout, which left us feeling exhausted and guilty.
A friend gifted us Erica’s one-time meal delivery, and it was a lifeline. Having meals waiting for us in the fridge and freezer made those first weeks so much easier."
- Simmons Family
I only work with a handful of households at a time. Applications are reviewed individually, and if it feels like a fit, we’ll schedule a complimentary call.
You can begin with just one week. If it’s not right, there’s no pressure to continue.
A colorful, family-style skillet with lean turkey sausage, roasted spring vegetables, and bright herbs.
Sweet, spicy, and perfectly balanced — tender chicken over fluffy rice with crisp broccoli. Served with sauce on the side, so every family member can enjoy it their way.
A cozy, nourishing soup with slow-simmered chicken, delicate orzo pasta, and a hint of fresh dill. Gluten free option available.
Tender shrimp roasted with garlic and herbs, paired with crisp broccolini and fragrant basmati rice.
A vibrant, make-ahead favorite with pearl couscous, charred seasonal vegetables, and a lemon-herb dressing.
✘ You’re looking for fully custom menus or strict dietary plans (that’s exactly what The Chef’s Table is for).
✘ You love cooking from scratch every night and don’t want to hand it off.
✘ You live outside Minneapolis, Saint Paul, or Edina — my delivery zone is intentionally intimate.
✔ You’re a busy Minneapolis/Saint Paul family who wants nourishing dinners without the stress.
✔ You crave more connection at the table and less chaos at 5pm.
✔ You value quality, seasonal food but don’t have the time or energy to cook it every night.
✔ You’d love the ease of having a private chef experience — without the formality or daily staff.
Another season will fly by. Will dinner still feel like a daily scramble — or will you finally reclaim your evenings?
Please email me directly at ericawessbecker@gmail.com if you have other questions before getting started.
I personally deliver meals once a week in reusable containers, clearly labeled with simple reheating instructions so dinner is truly effortless. Each household receives a set weekly delivery time. Depending on your preference, I can leave meals at the door or place them directly in the fridge for you. Containers are picked up with the following week’s delivery in a provided tote — no hassle, no waste.
Yes — life happens. You may pause up to 2 times per season with notice, so you’re never locked into meals you won’t use.
Each week I create a seasonal menu with 4–6 options. You select your favorites.
Your Household Flavor Profile helps me understand your general tastes from the start — the flavors you love, and the ones you’d rather skip. Menus are set weekly, so while I don’t offer full customizations, there’s always enough variety to keep meals enjoyable for your household.
For highly specific dietary needs or daily personalization, The Chef’s Table is the better fit.
Dinner Is Served is booked by the season to provide consistency and ease. If you’d like to try before committing, you can begin with a one-week trial or a one-time delivery to experience the service firsthand.
No chopping, no cooking, no waiting. Just nourishing, chef-prepared meals ready in your fridge — created with seasonal ingredients, delivered in eco-friendly glass containers, and designed to bring more connection and ease to your evenings.
Because meals are perishable, I don’t offer cash refunds, but I do stand behind my food 100%. If something isn’t right (a dish misses the mark, a restriction isn’t honored, or it doesn’t stay fresh as promised), just let me know within 48 hours and I’ll apply a credit toward your next delivery. My commitment is that dinner feels easy, joyful, and always up to standard.
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