# Flavor by Chef T – Complete Content Reference > Woodfire & Scratch Kitchen | Private Chef, Catering & Dinner Nights | Lampasas, Texas > Website: https://www.flavorbycheft.com --- ## About Chef T Chef Tanner Stephens (Chef T) is a Le Cordon Bleu-trained executive chef and founder of Flavor by Chef T, based in Lampasas, Texas. With over 20 years of professional culinary experience, Chef T specializes in Southern Comfort Fusion cuisine prepared using traditional woodfire cooking techniques. ### Career Highlights - Le Cordon Bleu Graduate - Personal Chef for Peter Holt (former San Antonio Spurs Owner) — Holt Caterpillar King Ranch Corporate Lodge - 2x San Antonio Spurs Championship Ring Holder - Movie Set Caterer for film productions (100-180 person crews) - Prepared dinner for Governor Rick Perry - Chef for Fiesta Winery Valentine Dinner — Wine & Food Pairing Event - Founder & Owner of SkinnyTFoods Food Truck - ServSafe Food Manager Certified - TABC Certified (Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission) - 20+ years of professional culinary experience ### Culinary Philosophy Chef T's roots are in Southern cooking passed down through his family. He combines this heritage with classical French technique from Le Cordon Bleu and the authentic flavors of live woodfire cooking. Every dish is made from scratch using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible. --- ## Services ### Catering Services Professional woodfire catering for events of all sizes, from intimate gatherings of 10 to large-scale events of 180+ guests. **Perfect for:** - Weddings and receptions - Corporate events and retreats - Birthday and anniversary celebrations - Film and production crew catering - Holiday parties and fundraisers **What's included:** - Custom menu planning and consultation - Fresh, locally-sourced ingredients - On-site professional woodfire cooking - Full service setup and elegant presentation - Professional service staff - Complete cleanup after service **Booking:** https://www.flavorbycheft.com/booking ### In-Home Private Chef Dinners An intimate, restaurant-quality fine dining experience in your own home. Chef T prepares a custom 5-7 course tasting menu tailored to your preferences. **The experience includes:** 1. Pre-event consultation to discuss preferences, allergies, and dietary needs 2. Custom menu design with seasonal, fresh ingredients 3. Wine pairing suggestions for each course 4. Professional cooking, plating, and table-side service 5. Complete kitchen cleanup **Perfect for:** - Anniversaries and romantic dates - Dinner parties with friends - Family celebrations and milestones - Birthday dinners - Any special occasion **Booking:** https://www.flavorbycheft.com/booking ### On-Site Private Dining Exclusive dining experiences at unique Hill Country venues. Chef T brings his culinary artistry to extraordinary settings. **Ideal venues:** - Wineries and vineyards - Ranches and estates - Private event spaces - Outdoor Hill Country locations **What's included:** - Custom multi-course menu design - Venue coordination and setup - Professional staff and service - Elegant presentation and plating - Complete event coordination **Perfect for:** - Milestone celebrations - Intimate weddings - Corporate retreats - Wine pairing events and dinners **Booking:** https://www.flavorbycheft.com/booking ### Dinner Nights at Lonely Oak — Kingsland, Texas Exclusive multi-course woodfire dinner nights at Lonely Oak in Kingsland, Texas near Lake LBJ. Select Fridays and Saturdays. This is one of the most unique dining experiences in Central Texas. **Experience details:** - Multi-course seasonal menus featuring tomahawk ribeye and live-fire cooking - Tables of 4 — perfect for couples and small groups - Select Fridays and Saturdays - Limited seating — reservations required - Le Cordon Bleu-trained Chef Tanner Stephens at the fire **Reserve:** https://square.link/u/NpQk68sj **More info:** https://www.flavorbycheft.com/lonely-oak-dinner-nights ### Food Truck — Coming Soon to Lampasas, TX Flavor by Chef T is launching a woodfire scratch kitchen food truck in Lampasas, Texas. Chef-crafted rotating lunch specials and live-fire cooking on wheels. Zero shortcuts. **Serving:** Lampasas, Marble Falls, Burnet, Kingsland, Kempner, and the Texas Hill Country **Status:** Completing final permitting — launching soon **Updates:** https://www.flavorbycheft.com/food-truck --- ## Service Area Chef T is based in Lampasas, Texas and serves the entire Hill Country and Central Texas region: ### Lampasas, TX (Home Base) Chef T's home base in the heart of Central Texas. Also serving nearby Kempner, Lometa, Goldthwaite, Copperas Cove, and Gatesville. ### Kingsland, TX & Lake LBJ Area Home of the Dinner Nights experience at Lonely Oak. Also serving Marble Falls, Horseshoe Bay, Spicewood, Lago Vista, and Burnet. ### Marble Falls, TX & Highland Lakes Located along the beautiful Highland Lakes chain. Also serving Horseshoe Bay, Spicewood, Lago Vista, and Burnet. ### Austin, TX Texas's capital city. Chef T brings authentic Hill Country woodfire cuisine to Austin's discerning diners. Also serving Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Lakeway, and Bee Cave. ### Fredericksburg, TX & Wine Country The heart of Texas Wine Country, perfect for wine-paired private dining. Also serving Stonewall, Luckenbach, Comfort, and Kerrville. ### Johnson City, TX & LBJ Country Rich in history and natural beauty. Also serving Blanco, Hye, Dripping Springs, and Wimberley. --- ## Client Reviews Flavor by Chef T has a 5.0 star rating based on 9 reviews from Google and Facebook. Selected reviews: "Hands down the best private dining experience I've ever had – Chef T is a straight-up genius! Every single bite is perfectly balanced, exciting, and downright addictive. Easily one of the most flavorful dining experiences of my life!" — Robert V (Google) "This was such an amazing experience. Chef T brought a personal, custom experience into my home for my girlfriend and I. The food was amazing, the conversation was captivating, and we can't wait to book again!" — Rick H (Google) "This was the best at-home dining experience I have ever had. From the woodfire-grilled Tomahawk steak to the wine pairings, everything was exceptional." — Laura B (Facebook) "Chef T catered our corporate event and exceeded every expectation. His woodfire cooking style was a hit with everyone. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Highly recommend for any event!" — Margaret H (Google) "Chef T prepared a birthday dinner that was unforgettable. Every course was a work of art. His attention to detail and passion for cooking shines through in every dish." — David M (Google) --- ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: What areas does Chef T serve?** A: Chef T serves the entire Texas Hill Country and Central Texas region, including Lampasas, Kingsland, Marble Falls, Austin, Fredericksburg, Johnson City, Horseshoe Bay, Burnet, Llano, Georgetown, Round Rock, Cedar Park, and surrounding areas. Travel fees may apply for locations beyond the Hill Country. **Q: What types of events does Chef T cater?** A: Chef T caters weddings, corporate events, birthday and anniversary celebrations, holiday parties, film and production crews, fundraisers, and community events of all sizes. From intimate gatherings of 10 to large events of 180+, every event receives the same attention to detail and quality. **Q: What is a private chef dinner experience?** A: A private chef dinner is an intimate, multiple-course tasting menu experience prepared fresh in your own home or venue. Chef T handles everything from a pre-event consultation and custom menu planning to cooking, wine pairing suggestions, plating, service, and complete cleanup. It's a restaurant-quality fine dining experience without leaving home. **Q: What are Dinner Nights in Kingsland?** A: Dinner Nights are exclusive multi-course woodfire chef dinners held at Lonely Oak in Kingsland, Texas near Lake LBJ. Chef T prepares seasonal menus featuring tomahawk ribeye and live-fire cooking. Tables of 4, select Fridays and Saturdays. Limited seating — reservations required. Reserve at https://square.link/u/NpQk68sj **Q: Is the Flavor by Chef T food truck open?** A: The food truck is currently completing final permitting and will launch soon in Lampasas, Texas and surrounding Hill Country communities. Sign up for launch updates at https://www.flavorbycheft.com/food-truck **Q: How far in advance should I book?** A: We recommend booking at least 2-4 weeks in advance for private chef dinners and 4-8 weeks for larger catering events, especially during peak seasons (spring, fall, and holidays). However, we do our best to accommodate shorter timelines when possible. **Q: What does woodfire cooking mean?** A: Woodfire cooking uses real wood-burning fire and live coals to cook food, creating distinct smoky flavors, beautiful charring, and incredible depth of taste that cannot be replicated with gas or electric cooking. Chef T specializes in this traditional technique, bringing authentic woodfire flavor to every dish. **Q: Does Chef T accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies?** A: Absolutely. During the consultation process, Chef T discusses all dietary needs, allergies, and preferences. Menus are fully customized, and Chef T has extensive experience preparing gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, and other specialty meals without compromising on flavor. **Q: What is included in a catering package?** A: Catering packages include custom menu planning and consultation, fresh locally-sourced ingredients, professional woodfire cooking on-site, full service setup and presentation, professional staff, and complete cleanup after service. Everything is handled so you can enjoy your event. **Q: How much does a private chef dinner cost?** A: Pricing varies based on the number of guests, number of courses, menu selections, and location. Private chef dinners are a premium, personalized experience. Contact us for a custom quote tailored to your specific event. **Q: What is on-site private dining?** A: On-site private dining brings Chef T's culinary excellence to unique Hill Country venues such as wineries, ranches, private event spaces, and outdoor locations. It includes custom menu design, venue coordination, professional staff, and elegant presentation for milestone celebrations, intimate weddings, corporate retreats, and wine pairing events. **Q: Is Flavor by Chef T a restaurant?** A: Flavor by Chef T is not a fixed-location restaurant. Chef T operates through private events and appointments: in-home private chef dinners, event catering, on-site private dining, and exclusive Dinner Nights in Kingsland near Lake LBJ. A woodfire food truck is also launching soon in Lampasas. **Q: What makes Chef T different from other caterers in the Hill Country?** A: Chef T brings over 20 years of professional culinary experience, Le Cordon Bleu training, and a specialty in live woodfire cooking. His background includes serving as personal chef for Peter Holt (former San Antonio Spurs owner) at King Ranch, movie set catering for crews of 100–180, and preparing dinner for Governor Rick Perry. Every event receives a truly personalized, scratch-kitchen approach. **Q: How do I book Chef T for my event?** A: Visit https://www.flavorbycheft.com/booking to submit a request with your event details, preferred date, estimated guest count, and any special requirements. Chef T will respond within 24 hours to schedule a consultation and discuss your custom menu. --- ## Team ### Chef Tanner Stephens (Chef T) — Executive Chef & Founder Le Cordon Bleu graduate with 20+ years of professional culinary experience. Specializes in Southern Comfort Fusion cuisine and woodfire cooking. Former personal chef for Peter Holt (former San Antonio Spurs owner) at King Ranch. Has catered movie sets for 100–180 person crews and prepared dinner for Governor Rick Perry. ### Maria Joaquina — Creative Strategies & Operations Arizona State University and Georgetown University graduate. Digital Marketing Certified. Specializes in business communications, digital audiences, restaurant operations, and e-commerce. --- ## Contact Information - **Email:** flavorbycheft@gmail.com - **Phone:** 361-455-8690 - **Website:** https://www.flavorbycheft.com - **Booking Page:** https://www.flavorbycheft.com/booking - **Dinner Nights Reservations:** https://square.link/u/NpQk68sj - **Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/share/1AcQfW7rsm/?mibextid=wwXIfr --- ## What's Coming - **Food Truck**: Woodfire scratch kitchen on wheels launching in Lampasas, TX and surrounding Hill Country communities. Chef-crafted lunches and rotating woodfire specials. Sign up for updates: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/food-truck - **Kingsland Dinner Nights (Ongoing)**: Exclusive Friday & Saturday dinner service at Lonely Oak in Kingsland, TX near Lake LBJ. Limited seating, reservation only. See dates and reserve: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/lonely-oak-dinner-nights --- ## Complete Page Directory ### Main Pages - Home: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/ - About the Chef: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/about-chef - Book Now: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/booking - Reviews: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/reviews - Services Overview: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/services - Catering Services: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/services/catering - In-Home Private Chef: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/services/private-chef - On-Site Private Dining: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/services/private-dining - Dinner Nights in Kingsland: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/lonely-oak-dinner-nights - Food Truck: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/food-truck - FAQ: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/faq - Fridge to Recipe (AI Tool): https://www.flavorbycheft.com/fridge-to-recipe ### Articles - Wedding Catering in the Texas Hill Country: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/articles/wedding-catering-hill-country-texas - Farm-to-Table Dining in Lampasas, Texas: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/articles/farm-to-table-lampasas-texas - Why Cooking in Marble Falls Feels Like Home: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/articles/private-chef-marble-falls-texas - Catering vs Private Chef in Central Texas: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/articles/catering-vs-private-chef - A 4-Course Private Dining Experience in Central Texas: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/articles/private-dining-tasting-menu-central-texas ### City/Location Pages - Lampasas, TX: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/private-chef-lampasas-tx - Marble Falls, TX: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/private-chef-marble-falls-tx - Austin, TX: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/private-chef-austin-tx - Fredericksburg, TX: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/private-chef-fredericksburg-tx - Johnson City, TX: https://www.flavorbycheft.com/private-chef-johnson-city-tx