Chef Anthony Primera
Anthony Primera
Chef Anthony Primera began his culinary career in 2010 in Scottsdale's premier fine dining kitchens, training alongside some of the most accomplished chefs in the Southwest. From day one, his focus was singular: master the craft through relentless practice, precision, and a genuine love for the art of cooking.
In 2013, Anthony relocated to Seattle to study Japanese culinary arts — immersing himself in sushi fabrication, omakase service, kaiseki plating, and traditional Japanese knife techniques. This Pacific Northwest chapter gave him a depth of expertise rarely found in private chef services in Scottsdale, AZ.
He returned to Arizona in 2016 as a catering chef, spending seven years serving high-end private events across Scottsdale and Phoenix — corporate executives, luxury celebrations, and discerning private clients who demanded nothing less than excellence.
In 2019, Anthony founded A Prime Dinners with a clear mission: bring the full fine dining experience — Japanese, French, Italian, and contemporary American — directly into the homes of Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and the East Valley. Trained alongside accomplished chefs in the Southwest and Pacific Northwest, his depth of expertise across multiple culinary traditions sets him apart as the premier private chef in Scottsdale, AZ.
"Continued learning helps keep the passion for cooking alive. Food is love and passion wrapped in one."
— Anthony Primera, Executive Private Chef
Three Pillars of
Mastery
Japanese Mastery
Deep training in Seattle's Japanese food scene gave Chef Primera true command of sushi fabrication, omakase service, kaiseki plating, and traditional knife skills. This rare expertise — from nigiri to multi-course kaiseki — is available exclusively through A Prime Dinners for your in-home dining experience in Scottsdale. Explore Japanese-inspired menus.
French & Italian Foundations
Classical French technique and Italian culinary simplicity form the backbone of Chef Primera's approach to fine dining. Butter-basted proteins, hand-rolled pastas, and emulsified sauces crafted with the discipline of a Michelin-caliber kitchen. View Italian menus and Mediterranean options.
Farm-to-Table Philosophy
Chef Primera sources from local Arizona purveyors and seasonal suppliers to ensure every ingredient is at its peak. The best private chef experience in Scottsdale starts long before the kitchen — it starts at the source. Explore farm-to-table menus.
A Decade of Craft,
Brought to Your Table
Fine Dining Foundations
Anthony began his culinary career in Scottsdale's top fine dining kitchens, training under award-winning chefs in classical technique, modern plating, and the discipline of professional kitchen service.
Seattle & Japanese Mastery
Relocated to Seattle to study Japanese culinary arts. Deep immersion in sushi fabrication, omakase service, kaiseki plating, and traditional Japanese knife skills — a body of expertise that defines the premium edge of A Prime Dinners today.
Return to Arizona — Catering
Seven years as a catering chef across Scottsdale and Phoenix, serving corporate executives, private celebrations, and luxury events. This chapter forged Anthony's ability to deliver fine dining quality at scale — and under any condition.
A Prime Dinners Founded
Launched A Prime Dinners to bring the complete fine dining experience — multi-course menus, premium ingredients, full kitchen cleanup — directly into homes across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and the East Valley.
500+ Private Dining Events Served
A milestone of 500+ private dining experiences delivered across the Valley, with an expanding service footprint covering 9 East Valley cities. Chef Primera's reputation as Scottsdale's premier private chef continues to grow through every plate served.
What Chef Primera
Offers
Private Chef Dinners
Multi-course in-home dining experiences for any occasion — from intimate date nights to lavish dinner parties. Every detail handled, from menu planning through kitchen cleanup. The definitive private chef dinner Scottsdale has to offer.
Meal Prep
Weekly chef-prepared meals tailored to your dietary goals — keto, paleo, vegan, gluten-free, or anything in between. The convenience of meal prep elevated to the quality of fine dining, delivered to your Scottsdale home.
Cooking Classes
Hands-on instruction from knife skills to full multi-course menus. Learn Japanese knife techniques, French sauce fundamentals, Italian pasta from scratch, or sushi rolling in the comfort of your own kitchen with Chef Primera as your guide.
Special Events
Weddings, anniversaries, corporate gatherings, and milestone celebrations. Chef Primera brings the same fine dining precision to events of every scale — a seamless, elevated experience your guests will remember for years.
Your Questions About
Chef Primera, Answered
Who is Chef Anthony Primera?
Chef Anthony Primera is an executive private chef and the founder of A Prime Dinners, based in Scottsdale, Arizona. With over 10 years of fine dining experience spanning Scottsdale's top kitchens and Seattle's Japanese culinary scene, Chef Primera specializes in Japanese, French, Italian, and contemporary American cuisine. He founded A Prime Dinners in 2019 to bring world-class in-home dining experiences to clients across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and the entire East Valley.
What is the best private chef service in Scottsdale?
A Prime Dinners is widely regarded as the premier private chef service in Scottsdale, AZ. What sets Chef Primera apart: a genuine fine dining pedigree earned over a decade in top kitchens, full menu customization around your dietary preferences, service across all 9 East Valley cities, and complete kitchen cleanup included in every experience. This is not a catering company — it is a true private chef dinner in your home.
How much does a private chef cost in Scottsdale, AZ?
Private chef pricing in Scottsdale varies based on guest count, menu complexity, and event type. A Prime Dinners offers competitive rates for intimate date nights starting with two guests, scaling through dinner parties of 10 or more. For a personalized quote tailored to your occasion, submit a booking request and Chef Primera will reach out directly.
Does Chef Primera accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes — fully. Chef Anthony Primera builds every menu around your dietary requirements. Common accommodations include keto, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo, as well as specific food allergies. Browse specialty menus: keto, vegan, and gluten-free. Simply note your restrictions when booking and every dish will be crafted to meet them.
What areas does A Prime Dinners serve?
A Prime Dinners serves 9 cities across the East Valley and greater Scottsdale area: Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, and Ahwatukee. Chef Primera brings the private dining experience directly to your home, wherever you are in the Valley.
Can I book Chef Primera for a corporate event?
Absolutely. Chef Anthony Primera regularly hosts corporate dinners, executive team events, and business entertaining engagements across Scottsdale and the East Valley. From intimate executive dinners to larger team celebrations, A Prime Dinners delivers the same fine dining caliber that defines every private experience. Learn more about corporate event dining.
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