Chef Joshua Clarke

I create Southern-rooted, comfort-forward private dining that nourishes your body and mind—and fills your home with warmth.

Branden Ervin

I bring Memphis soul, fine-dining technique, and modern creativity to your table.

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I was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, and I cook with the warmth and generosity I learned at home—where food is storytelling, community, and care. Today I design private chef experiences that feel comforting, elevated, and personal, whether you want an intimate dinner, weekly meals, or full household culinary support.

My training at Le Cordon Bleu in Cambridge, MA sharpened my classical foundation, and my career across the country shaped my range—from fine dining and large-scale events to nutrition-focused meal planning and discreet in-home service. I handle everything from menu planning and grocery procurement to prep, plating, storage, sanitation, and clean-up, so your kitchen feels calm and your meals feel effortless.

Talk to me about your event

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Cooking is language—it’s connection. It’s the bridge between memories and the future. Cooking is my voice.

What you get when you hire me

Connection-driven cooking

I treat cooking as language and connection—my goal is to translate your tastes, memories, and lifestyle into food that feels like it belongs in your home.

A lifelong kitchen foundation

I learned to cook early—I was the “StoveTopBaby,” always in the kitchen handing over seasonings and eggs and fetching utensils. That upbringing, paired with formal training and years of professional roles, gives me both intuition and precision.

Care you can taste

My kitchen secret is simple: the kitchen only gives back what I put into it. I cook with kindness, patience, and love—because some things can’t be hidden in food.

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Stories and testimonials

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Follow me on Instagram to see what I’m cooking and get a feel for my style.

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