Why Michelin-Trained Chef Camille Jeanty Is Napa’s Best-Kept Secret in Luxury Dining

She’ll greet you with champagne, serve up dishes worthy of fine dining, and clean up like she was never there. Her secret? Passion, preparation, and years of experience in every kitchen role imaginable.

Chef Camille Jeanty doesn’t just cook—she creates an experience. A warm smile, a perfectly chilled glass of champagne, and a beautifully plated dish made with locally sourced ingredients: every detail is considered, executed with ease, and done with one goal: so you can actually enjoy the moment.

That ease comes from years spent in some of Napa’s most respected kitchens, including Auberge du Soleil, Press, and Bistro Jeanty, where she worked every station and mastered the flow of fine dining. It’s where she learned that hospitality isn’t just about the food, it’s about how you make people feel.

Now, having carved out her own space in the culinary world, she’s bringing that same level of refinement to private dinners, weddings, and high-end events across Napa Valley, San Francisco, Marin, and surrounding areas. From intimate six-person tastings to elegant, large-scale celebrations, Chef Camille blends culinary precision and heart in equal measure.

She arrives early, fully prepared, offers expert wine pairings, and to the surprise of many, insists on running the full show, because to her, true hospitality means guests should never have to lift a finger.

“I want people to feel like they can relax the moment I walk in,” Camille says. “I’m here to handle it all—not just the food, but the whole experience.”

Her attention to detail begins long before the event. Camille meets with each client to learn about their preferences and vision, then builds a custom menu that feels elevated, personal, and in season. Her cooking is rooted in locally sourced ingredients, with a style that ranges from plated dinners to generous family-style spreads. On the day of, she cooks, sets the table, adds thoughtful touches, and manages the evening with quiet precision.

“You shouldn’t have to micromanage your own dinner,” she says with a smile. “This is your time to enjoy it.”

While she’s best known for creating intimate, unforgettable meals, Camille is equally skilled at orchestrating larger events. Weddings, retreats, and corporate functions come to life under her direction, with every course flowing smoothly, guests relaxed and happy, and every host able to actually enjoy the moment. Her events leave an impression. Guests feel nourished, connected, and cared for long after the last course is served.