Private Chef | Russell Ferguson | CookinGenie

Russell F.

Russell F.

Chef Russ is a third-generation chef and is ready to serve you amazing food for any occasion. He has traveled extensively and has more than 25 years of experience cooking and entertaining. If there is something special, you're looking for a dish that you don't find in his offerings, reach out, he is more than willing to try something new! His favorite late-night snack reflects the joy in his cook...

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Athens, Ohio

Minimum Order Value : $200

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More than 15 Years of experience

Build your perfect dining experience by selecting individual dishes from your chef’s full menu.

Packages

Coursed Wine Parings

Wine Parings Selected for Each Course

Wine

Wine

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$220.00$55.00 per person

4

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Appetizers

Charcuterie Board

Seasonal and Local Selections of Cured Meats, Cheeses, Fruits, Nuts, Spreads, Breads, and Crackers Thoughtfully Arranged

Variable

Variable

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$108.00$27.00 per person

4

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Proteins

Rbeye Steak

Ribeye Steak with Brussels and Potatoes.

SteakBrusselsPotatoes

SteakBrusselsPotatoes

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$60.00$30.00 per person

2

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Surf and Turf add-on Shrimp Scampi

Six Colossal shrimp, Scampi Butter

Beef Steak (Filet Mignon Or Sirloin)ShrimpGarlicButter

Beef Steak (Filet Mignon Or Sirloin)ShrimpGarlicButter

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$132.00$33.00 per person

4

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Surf and Turf add-on Snow Crab Legs

1 lb Steamed Snow Crab Legs, Drawn Butter

Snow Crab LegsButterLemon Wedge

Snow Crab LegsButterLemon Wedge

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$198.00$49.50 per person

4

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Surf and Turf add-on Lobster Tail

Grilled Lobster Tail, Lemon Garlic Butter

Lobster TailButterLemon WedgeGarlic

Lobster TailButterLemon WedgeGarlic

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$220.00$55.00 per person

4

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Surf and Turf Add-on King Crab Legs

1lb Steamed Crab Legs, Drawn Butter

King Crab LegsClarified ButterLemon Wedge

King Crab LegsClarified ButterLemon Wedge

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$440.00$110.00 per person

4

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Beverages

Margaritas

Classic Margaritas Made with 100% Blue Agave Silver Tequila. Grand Mariner, Fesh Lime Juice, Agave Nectar

LimeAgaveTequilla

LimeAgaveTequilla

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$88.00$22.00 per person

4

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Beer and Soju

Korean Beer and Soju

Beer (Lager)Soju

Beer (Lager)Soju

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

$88.00$22.00 per person

4

The price per person decreases as the group size increases.

Chef Specials

Experience curated culinary journeys with our themed, pre-fixed menus crafted by our chefs

A Night in Italy

Enjoy a Four Course Tour Through Italy

6 First 5 Second 6 Main 4 Finish 3 Available Addtions

4

$550.00$137.50 per person

Four Courses in Appalachia

A Seasonal journey through the flavors of the Appalachia, . Featuring hearty ingredients and traditional cooking methods.

3 First 3 Second 4 Main 3 Finish 3 Available Addtions

4

$660.00$165.00 per person

Steak Night Date Night

Choose 2 Prime Grade Steaks, Toppings, Salads, Starches, Vegetables, and One Dessert Comes with Fresh Yeast Rolls and Butter

5 Salad 3 Steak 5 Surf & Turf Additions 5 Toppings 5 Vegetables 4 Starches 3 Dessert 3 Available Additions

4

$560.00$140.00 per person

Authentic Taco Night

Pick 1 Starter, 2 Proteins, Tortilla Style, and Two Sides Served With Salsas, Onions, Cilantro, And Fresh Limes Desserts May be Added on for Additional Charge

3 Starter 6 Protein 3 Sides 3 Tortilla Style 3 Available Addtions

4

$352.00$88.00 per person

Korean BBQ

Experience the Best of Korean BBQ a Tasting Feast of Chefs Favorite Selections Everything you need to Enjoy an Interactive Experience

4 Gogi-Proteins Pick up to 4 2 Myeon-Noodles Pick up to 2 3 Ssam-Wrappers Pick up to 3 4 Banchan-Side Dishes Pick up to 4 3 Available Addtions

4

$580.00$145.00 per person

Leave Behind Brunch

A selection of brunch items brought on the night of your dinner for you to enjoy the next morning.

7 Baked Goods 3 Breakfast Meat 4 Strata (Baked Eggs, Inclusions, Bread)

4

$132.00$33.00 per person

Leave Behind Meal BBQ

A Classic BBQ Menu Designed to be Heated up After Chef has Left, Includes Sesame Seed Brioche Buns, and Banana Pudding for Dessert Choose Protein and Sides

3 Mains 5 Sides 2 Available Additions

4

$132.00$33.00 per person

Leave Behind Lasagna

A Classic Lasagna Dinner Designed to be Heated Up After Chef Has Left. Includes Garlic Rolls, Green Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette, and Tiramisu for Dessert Choose Lasagna

2 Lasagna 2 Available Additions

4

$132.00$33.00 per person

Leave Behind Tacos

Taco Kit Designed to be Heated up after Chef Has Left. Includes Black Beans and Mexican Red Rice, Onions, Cilantro, Limes, Flour Tortillas, Tortilla Chips, and Salsa Choose Protein

4 Protein 2 Available Additions

4

$132.00$33.00 per person

Leave Behind Burger Kit

A Leave Behind Burger Kit to Enjoy after Chef has Left. Includes Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle, American Cheese, and Sesame Seed Brioche Buns, and Banana Pudding for Dessert Choose Two Sides

5 Sides 2 Available Additions

4

$132.00$33.00 per person

Leave Behind Picnic Lunch

A selection of lunch items designed and packaged beautifully to travel to your picnic destination. ***Please Consume Perishable Items within 4 Hours of Removing from Refrigeration***

3 Focaccia Sandwich 3 Salads 3 Chips 3 Big Cookies 1 Crudities 2 Available Additions

4

$132.00$33.00 per person

Kids Meal Add on Special

Simple Familiar Foods for Little Ones. ***Can only be added after initial order is placed. Add a note under Special Instructions if you wish to add or chat with Chef Russell right away after you place your order.***

5 Main 3 Veggies 3 Starches

4

$44.00$11.00 per person

Reviews

Hear what our happy customers are saying about this chef!

Customer Reviews

5 (71 reviews)

176 jobs completed

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Jessica S.

June 15, 2026

Madyson F.

May 16, 2026

This was an awesome experience ! Chef Russell was friendly, funny, and made great food. He was flexible even though our cabin had some unique appliances. You can really tell that what he does is an art and a science, and he was just an all-...

Lauren M.

May 11, 2026

Chef Russ was absolutely fantastic! He served our small wedding dinner for 10 adults and 2 kids and all of the food was amazing. The rental home we were staying at had problems with the oven and stove and Chef Russ still knocked it out of t...

Melissa R.

May 2, 2026

Russel showed up right on time and offered to make our dinner experience longer or short depending on our preference. He shared some cooking tips while he was preparing our dinner. Most importantly the entire dinner was amazing and exceeded...

Cheryl E.

March 28, 2026

Chef Russ's Four Courses in Appalachia was an absolute delicious, thoughtful meal from beginning to end and Russ was a delight to chat with while he prepared it for us!

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About me

Chef Russ is a third-generation chef and is ready to serve you amazing food for any occasion. He has traveled extensively and has more than 25 years of experience cooking and entertaining. If there is something special, you're looking for a dish that you don't find in his offerings, reach out, he is...

5.0 176 jobs done

$200.00 Minimum order value

My Service Area

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Athens, Ohio

My Availability

June, 2026

About me

Chef Russ is a third-generation chef and is ready to serve you amazing food for any occasion. He has traveled extensively and has more than 25 years of experience cooking and entertaining. If there is something special, you're looking for a dish that you don't find in his offerings, reach out, he is...

5.0 176 jobs done

$200.00 Minimum order value

My Service Area

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Athens, Ohio

My Availability

June, 2026