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Ryan Pitt
About Chef Ryan Pitt
For more than 20 years, Chef Ryan Pitt has dedicated his career to creating exceptional culinary experiences rooted in genuine hospitality, refined technique, and personalized service. As the founder and executive chef of The Gilded Table, Ryan brings restaurant-quality dining directly into private homes, luxury vacation rentals, and exclusive events throughout Scottsdale and the surrounding areas.
Throughout his career, Chef Ryan has had the privilege of serving as the personal chef to Devin Booker for five years, crafting customized meals and providing an elite level of culinary service tailored to the demands of a professional athlete. His client list has also included celebrities, professional athletes, executives, and local VIPs who value discretion, consistency, and unforgettable hospitality.
Ryan’s culinary background includes leadership roles in some of Arizona’s most respected kitchens, including serving as Chef de Cuisine at Café Monarch, one of the country’s most acclaimed fine-dining restaurants. There, he refined his approach to elevated cuisine, meticulous attention to detail, and world-class guest experiences.
The Gilded Table was built on a simple belief: the best dining experiences happen when incredible food and meaningful hospitality come together. Whether hosting an intimate dinner for two, a family celebration, a corporate gathering, or a luxury weekend retreat, Chef Ryan and his team curate every menu and every detail around the guest.
Inspired by the feeling of seeing your favorite band perform live, The Gilded Table aims to create experiences that are memorable, personal, and impossible to replicate. We bring the energy, professionalism, and execution of a premier restaurant directly to you—allowing you to relax, connect with your guests, and enjoy the moment while we take care of everything else.
From elegant multi-course tasting menus and family-style feasts to brunches, wine pairings, and full-service private dining experiences, every event is designed to feel effortless, elevated, and uniquely yours.
rICHARD aLLISON
A globally recognized mixologist celebrated for his artistic approach to beverage design and his ability to transform cocktails, spirits, and wine into immersive sensory experiences. Known for crafting highly creative and thoughtfully balanced beverage programs, his work blends classical technique with modern innovation, resulting in drinks that are as visually striking as they are refined in flavor. With a philosophy rooted in storytelling and hospitality, approaches mixology as both a craft and an art form. Each cocktail is designed with intention drawing inspiration from seasonal ingredients, global flavors, and the natural harmony between spirits, wine, and fresh elements.
His beverage programs often blur the line between bar and kitchen, incorporating culinary techniques, house made infusions, and carefully sourced ingredients to create layered and memorable drinks.
Throughout his career, Richard has developed beverage programs for high end restaurants, luxury hospitality concepts, and private events, earning recognition for his ability to design cohesive drink menus that elevate the entire dining experience. His expertise extends beyond the bar, including wine curation, spirits education, brand collaboration, and content creation that highlights the craft and culture of modern mixology.