chef elaina ruth
good food
good mood
Elaina Ruth is a South Carolina- based educator, private chef + master gardener, focusing on providing the best in-home experiences using local ingredients. She is currently available for hire.
Background
I grew up in Spartanburg, S.C., watching the women in my family cook for everyone in our family. In high school, I discovered culinary arts through classes similar to the ones I teach today. After graduation, I moved to Charleston for culinary school + by 2014, was balancing school with fine dining + catering work throughout the Lowcountry.
Years later, I became a finalist on Chopped + went on to compete on Hell’s Kitchen. Those experiences ultimately led me back to where it all began: the classroom, where I now have the chance to teach the next generation of professionals.
Services
Private dining
Custom menus for intimate gatherings, celebrations + special occasions. Professional execution with a memorable experience in your space.
Cooking classes
Hands-on cooking classes for private groups. Learn practical techniques, build confidence + have fun in the kitchen.
Recipe testing
Recipe development + testing for chefs, brands, publications + food businesses. I test for flavor, consistency, scalability + real-world execution.
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“10/10 -- an absolutely incredible private chef experience with Chef Elaina! From our first contact thru leading up to the dinner itself.”
“For a group of six, the experience was incredibly affordable considering the quality of the food, personalized menu, and level of service.”
“Do not overlook Chef Elaina. Book her! We were blown away and would absolutely do this again.”
“We have already agreed that this needs to become an annual tradition, and we cannot wait to enjoy another dinner with Elaina!”
“From the beginning, all of our communication leading up to the dinner was clear and easy to understand. The hardest part was deciding on a menu because she had so many amazing options to choose from!”
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