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I bring modern fine dining to your home, tailored to your taste.

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Michael Eckles

I create modern fine-dining experiences at home

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I am Chef Mike, co-founder of Abode Fine Dining. I specialize in delivering an elevated tasting-menu experience in your home that feels effortless and unforgettable. I design intimate, restaurant-quality meals that are customized to your preferences.

Based in the Birmingham and Bloomfield Hills area of Michigan, I travel long distances to cook memorable meals. I also offer catering, brunches, grill parties, and office lunches—always with the same fine-dining standards.

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Cooking is my pastime, art, passion, and obsession.

What I bring to your table

I cook with passion and precision

Cooking is my pastime, art, passion, and obsession, and I channel that into every course I serve—balancing flavor, texture, and presentation with care.

I trained with top institutions and kitchens

I trained at The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, and honed my craft at Coach Insignia in Detroit and Forest in Birmingham.

I design every menu around you

My secret in cooking is knowing my audience. I could make the best foie gras torchon in the world, but if you don’t enjoy foie gras, I failed—so I listen first and craft the experience for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are my rates for private chef services in United States?

I build every menu from scratch, so what you pay depends on the dishes, how many guests, and the kind of service you want. Most of my dinners come to around 233.33 USD, and I'll always work with the budget you have in mind. Send me a message and I'll put together a proposal for your event.

What kind of food do I specialize in?

I cook Chef's special. I build my menus around ingredients that are in season and bought locally, because that's where the flavor is. And if anyone at your table has a dietary restriction, just tell me and I'll adjust the dishes so no one misses out.

How can you book my private chef services in United States?

To book me in United States, click the Book Now button on this page and follow the steps. You'll add your event date, guest count, and any dietary restrictions as you go. Once your request comes through, I read it myself and reply with a menu proposal and the dates I have open.

Do I provide private chef services for events or special occasions?

Yes. I regularly cook for Birthday, Bachelor/Bachelorette, Friends gathering, Romantic night and Foodie adventure. I handle the menu, the timing, and the setup so the meal fits the kind of event you're throwing. Send me your date and I'll check whether I'm free.

Can the menus accommodate food allergies or dietary restrictions?

Choose a menu, share your event details, and the Private Chef Manager team will help confirm the experience with the chef.