Private Chef & Culinary Artist
Cirino Personal
Chef Services
Bringing restaurant-quality dining to your table
The Chef
A Passion for
Culinary Excellence
In 2020, Alex Cirino enrolled at Syracuse University with every intention of becoming a sports journalist. However, in a year with a lot more downtime than usual, Alex took the COVID-19 year to learn to cook from home, and even in his dorm room.
As Alex learned basic culinary fundamentals, he decided to test himself in a professional kitchen. On his summer break in 2022, Alex worked as a prep cook at Clyde's of Chevy Chase (Md.). Upon returning to Upstate New York, Alex entered the world of fine dining at Saint Urban Wine Bar, working as a commis and pastry chef, spending a year there while still pursuing his bachelor's degree. The restaurant closed a year later amidst a move to New York City, allowing Alex to join the team at Eden CNY, specializing in wood-fired, farm-to-table cuisine.
Alex spent nine months as a line cook at Eden before his graduation from Syracuse in 2024 with a degree in International Relations. However, Alex's passion still remained in the kitchen, and he sought to challenge himself in one of America's most prestigious restaurants — The Inn at Little Washington (VA). After 2 months, Alex began working dinner service as one of the team's garde manger (cold dish) chefs, where he helped the team retain 3-Michelin stars for the seventh consecutive year. His experience at The Inn also included time in the Pastry kitchen.
Alex left The Inn after 13 months to refine his technical and leadership skills at the family-owned Osteria Maria in Front Royal, VA, before starting Cirino Personal Chef Services at the beginning of 2026.
Alex has spent nearly 2 years in the Virginia National Guard, and is a recently commissioned Second Lieutenant, working part-time as a Signal Officer (25A). Alex currently resides in Front Royal, VA and is an avid runner, hiker and sports fan (Go Bills).
What I Offer
Culinary Services
Private Dining
Intimate multi-course experiences crafted exclusively for you and your guests in the comfort of your home.
- Custom menu design
- Wine pairing available
- Full service & cleanup
Event Catering
From elegant cocktail parties to grand celebrations, elevate your event with extraordinary cuisine.
- Events up to 25 guests
- Passed hors d'oeuvres
- Buffet or plated service
Weekly Meal Prep
Restaurant-quality meals prepared fresh and delivered to fuel your week with exceptional nutrition.
- Customized meal plans
- Dietary accommodations
- Flexible scheduling
Cooking Classes
Learn professional techniques and secret recipes in hands-on sessions tailored to your skill level.
- Private or group lessons
- All ingredients provided
- Take-home recipes
This time, it's personal
Let's Get
Started
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Testimonials
What Clients Say
“We had a great dining experience with chef Alex. The seasonal menu was very well prepared. It was clear that there was a lot of thought and skills in his 5-course menu. He used many high quality ingredients, and we all enjoyed the summer theme and lightness of the entire meal. We also had a great discussion about fine dining and culinary tips and tricks. Chef Alex is easy going and very talented despite his young age. His timing was also top notch. Highly recommended!”