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Private chef-led dining for estates & events
Meet Chef Lisa
Private Chef | Culinary Stylist | Founder of LuLu Belle CA
With over 16 years of experience designing seasonal, chef-driven menus for clients from Santa Ynez and Montecito to Malibu, Pacific Palisades, and the Hollywood Hills, Chef Lisa Robinson is known for her elevated California coastal cuisine, clean flavors, and deep respect for local, sustainable ingredients. Her culinary path has taken her from the legendary Chez Panisse in Berkeley to private estates in Montecito, giving her a foundation in seasonality and a mastery of the art of dining.
A graduate of both UC Berkeley and Le Cordon Bleu, she began her professional life in film and television production before transitioning into the culinary world. A move with Patagonia brought her to Ventura, CA, but it was the region’s coastal farmers’ markets and connection to the land that grounded her work and inspired her to stay.
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A Locally Sourced, Private Chef-Led Philosophy
Chef Lisa’s culinary philosophy is rooted in locally sourced cooking — real food made by hand, in rhythm with the season, always tailored to the occasion. Whether designing a custom dinner party menu, preparing Private Chef services in Montecito, or creating a multi-course retreat experience, she brings precision, creativity, and an artist’s touch.
When not cooking, Chef Lisa enjoys Pilates and photographing California coastal living, farm-to-table ingredient sourcing, and seasonal recipes.
📍 Serving Montecito, Santa Barbara, Summerland, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, and Santa Ynez.
Custom Menus for Every Lifestyle
From executives with full calendars to families on the go, Chef Lisa Robinson creates tailored menus that fit seamlessly into your life while elevating every meal. Whether it’s an intimate dinner for two, a week of beautifully prepared seasonal dishes, or full-service estate catering, each menu is designed around your schedule, preferences, and the best of California’s locally sourced ingredients.
As Montecito’s go-to Private Chef, she blends culinary artistry with effortless, personalized service, ensuring that busy clients enjoy exceptional dining without the stress of planning, shopping, or cooking.
📍 Serving Montecito, Santa Barbara, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Santa Ynez, and beyond.
Pastry & Dessert Artistry
From an elegant berry crumble to towering wedding cakes, Private Chef Lisa Robinson — a skilled in both pastry and savory cuisine — brings precision, creativity, and refinement to every dish. Classically trained in pastry, she excels in creating bespoke desserts for private dinners, estate celebrations, and milestone events, each one designed to reflect the season, the occasion, and the client’s personal style.
Whether it’s an intimate Montecito dinner party ending with hand-crafted petits fours, a multi-tiered wedding cake for a coastal celebration, or an indulgent dessert buffet for a gala, every confection is made with locally sourced California ingredients and a meticulous, hands-on approach. The process is slow, intentional, and entirely by hand — ensuring each dessert is as memorable in flavor as it is in presentation.
From signature seasonal tarts to custom-designed celebration cakes, Chef Lisa’s pastry work blends artistry and taste for clients who expect the very best.
✨ Experience how her culinary artistry can elevate your next event — from the first course to the final sweet bite.
Chef Lisa's Mission
The mission behind Chef Lisa Robinson’s Private Chef services is to bring exceptional, locally sourced California cuisine to every table — from intimate dinners in Montecito estates to multi-course celebrations along the Santa Barbara coast. Every menu is tailored to the client, blending flawless technique, seasonal ingredients, and an uncompromising attention to detail.
As the creator of LuLu Belle CA seasonal jams, Chef Lisa also incorporates her handcrafted preserves into custom menus, from elegant cheese boards to plated desserts. Whether it’s luxury in-home dining, estate catering, or discreet meal preparation for busy families, her goal is to create unforgettable dining experiences that reflect both the season and her client’s vision.
📍 Serving Montecito, Summerland, Santa Barbara, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Santa Ynez & Beyond
LuLu Belle CA by Chef Lisa Robinson Small-Batch Jams
Born from the same philosophy that guides her Private Chef menus, LuLu Belle CA is Chef Lisa Robinson’s small-batch jam brand, created during the 2020 harvest season.
Using locally sourced California fruit — from Ventura-grown Albion strawberries to Ojai Cara Cara oranges and Heritage Valley blood oranges — each jar is handcrafted for exceptional peak flavor and quality.
These preserves often feature in Chef Lisa’s Montecito Private Chef menus, from cheese boards to dessert pairings, offering clients a taste of California’s seasons in every bite.
📍 Handmade in Ventura | Available for purchase online or as part of custom event menus.
Feast Your Eyes: A Visual Tour of Private Chef Lisa's Mouthwatering Menus
Roast chicken with blistered vine tomatoes and fresh herbs — one of Private Chef Lisa Robinson’s signature seasonal dishes for her Montecito private chef clients.
Petrale Sole with diced tomatoes, capers fresh herb drizzle prepared by Private Chef Lisa Robinsonand fresh herb drizzle — a seasonal favorite from Montecito's celebrated Private Chef Lisa Robinson, crafting unforgettable dining experiences
A sweet finale: lemon bars, brownies, and pastries from Chef Lisa Robinson — Montecito, CA Private Chef and expert in seasonal desserts.
Mixed green salad with tomatoes, radish, cucumber, carrot, parsley, and edible flowers — crafted by Montecito CA Private Chef Lisa Robinson.
Fresh Peach Galette with golden baked edges — crafted by Chef Lisa Robinson, Montecito CA Private Chef, using peak-season fruit.
Custom charcuterie boards by Chef Lisa Robinson — Montecito CA Private Chef — featuring Lulu Belle CA jam for events, wine tastings, and picnics.