Private Chef · 25+ years
Maen “Chef Mae” Rivera
Seasonal, locally inspired cooking that brings together New American, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Filipino influences.
The people behind the plates
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A team united by a love of food, thoughtful nutrition, and the difference a delicious meal can make.
Chris WellsFounder & CEO · Private Chef
Our founder
Meet Christopher Wells.
Christopher Wells is the founder and CEO of Filoso Private Chef Services and FilosoFitness. With a passion for wellness, gourmet cooking, and helping families live healthier lives, he brings culinary expertise together with a dedication to fitness.
His holistic approach centers on nourishing the body and sharpening the mind, one thoughtful meal and healthier habit at a time.
Private chef services rooted in holistic well-being
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Passion, skill, and care.
Get to know the talented chefs who bring Chris Wells’s personalized food philosophy to life.
Private Chef · 20+ years
Ashley Walker
Mississippi-rooted Southern comfort food reimagined with a lighter, health-conscious perspective.
Private Chef · 10+ years
Marius Preclaro
A Diablo Valley College-trained chef inspired by Filipino, European, Mexican, Korean, Thai, and other global flavors.
Private Chef
Santosh Adhikari
Clean, structured, macro-balanced cooking centered on fresh vegetables, lean proteins, and sustainable routines.
Private Chef · 10+ years
Babak “Bobby” Mortazavi
Seasonal Persian, Mediterranean, and Californian-inspired cuisine shaped by years in restaurants, catering, and private chef work.
Our philosophy
Food is more than fuel.
Good food is a chance to care for yourself and the people around you. Our chefs combine experience, cultural influences, and attention to detail to create meals that feel personal.
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