By Clotilde Sirri on August 29, 2024

Josh Champion, the co-owner of Emerald Coast Chefs, has been redefining the fine dining experience along Florida’s Emerald Coast since 2020. Specializing in private chef services, Josh and his team bring restaurant-quality meals directly to vacation homes, offering an unforgettable culinary experience for visitors.
Emerald Coast Chefs delivers high-end dining experiences to clients, primarily serving vacationers in rented homes. Josh’s services revolve around crafting one-time dinner events that mimic the sophistication of a fine-dining restaurant but within the comfort of a private setting. These experiences are meticulously tailored, whether for a family gathering, a celebration, or simply to enjoy a gourmet meal without leaving the beach.
Josh’s journey into the culinary world is deeply personal. He grew up in a rural environment where his fondest memories were sharing meals with loved ones. This experience inspired him to recreate that intimate atmosphere for his clients, turning meals into memorable, shared experiences.
Emerald Coast Chefs operates with a small but dedicated team of four, including Josh himself. His wife is the full-time event coordinator, managing inquiries and ensuring that each event runs smoothly. This close-knit team allows Josh to maintain high service and food quality standards, ensuring that every detail is perfect.
Josh’s work often involves more than just preparing meals. He has catered for significant life events, from anniversaries and birthdays to final family gatherings for those with terminal illnesses. These moments remind him that his service is about more than just food; it’s about creating memories that last a lifetime. Josh emphasizes that his approach is to treat each event as a unique experience, focusing on the emotional impact and the lasting memories it will create for his clients.
Emerald Coast Chefs was recently honored with the 2024 Best Local Caterer award from BE Local for the South Walton and Destin area in a region filled with various accolades. This award is particularly meaningful to Josh because it is voted on by locals without any nominations or voting campaigns, making it a truly authentic recognition of the company’s excellence.
Josh believes in treating celebrities like regular people and regular people like celebrities, a philosophy that has earned him a loyal clientele. While he occasionally serves high-profile clients, he values privacy and discretion, ensuring that every client receives the same level of care and attention regardless of their status.
For Josh, each event is never “just dinner.” Whether it’s a casual family meal or a grand celebration, he and his team strive to create a unique and unforgettable experience. With all
five-star reviews across platforms like Google and Facebook, Emerald Coast Chefs continues to set the standard for private chef services along the Emerald Coast.
Josh and his wife invite you to experience the magic of personalized dining, where every detail is crafted to perfection, and every meal becomes a cherished memory.
For more information or to book an event, visit Emerald Coast Chefs’ website at www.emeraldcoastchefs.com, and discover why they are the top choice for private dining in Florida.
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