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Kevin S. says, “Chef Cristoff cooked for our dinner party of 8 people. His communication before and service during were exceptional. I am looking forward to the next time we have an event with him. Food was amazing.”
Amanda D. says, “Chef Steph was absolutely amazing! She prepared dinner for our party of 30 for our family reunion. From the very beginning, she was very responsive and easy to work with, helping us create the perfect menu for our group.The prime rib was cooked to perfection and full of flavor and he mashed potatoes were absolutely out of this world! She truly had something for everyone, from homemade macaroni and cheese and chicken tenders that the toddlers loved to a delicious prime rib dinner for the adults, complete with appetizers and fresh salads. Everything was beautifully prepared, organized, and delicious. Chef Steph made our evening stress free and memorable, and we couldn’t have been happier with our experience. We look forward to using Chef Steph again in the future and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional private chef!”
Vickie A. says, “I can’t say enough about Chef Shi and her delicious food!! She was immediate in her responses & answering my questions. I had never hired a caterer before and she put me immediately at ease. She was willing to taylor the food to my Mothers preferences. I was hosting a birthday party for my Mom who turned 90 in October! We chose a traditional mexican menu (my moms favorite cuisine) for a dozen guests. Chef Shi made beef enchiladas, a taco bar with beef and chicken both with grilled veggies, two types of tortillas with ALL the toppings! Her guacamole was DELISH! As well as rice, beans and I requested elote corn. That corn dish, straight off the cobb, was the BEST!! But so was EVERYTHING she made. My guests all went for 2nd helpings! Our guests all commented how delicious everything was, which made me a happy hostess. Chef Chi and her assistant Destiny showed up on time, both so kind and professional. They had all the dishes cooked and ready before our gusts arrived. They set it all up buffet style, extremely well organized. They then set the table with disposable, yet elegant plates and gold toned utensils. These ladies set a beautiful table. Our guests all commented on how lovely it all looked. I would not hesitate to hire Chef Shi in a heartbeat!! And I will hire her again next time I host a party with many gusts. Thanks for all your hard work Chef Shi!!!!! Your food made my party a complete success!!”
Jason S. says, “Best Thanksgiving ever! Love my new friends, can't wait to have them over again. They did such an awesome job my family is still talking about it.”
Pat P. says, “Note: we are not easy to please, especially me! However, Mike was careful to identify our food preferences, and any dietary conditions, as well as identifying our collective love of chocolate. Mike accommodated all our requirements/wishes to come up with a menu that was a blend of what we wanted and a delightful push into a realm of fine dining that we had not expected. The unexpected? Mike came to the dining room prior to each course to talk about the food/wine pairing during the service. Also, way beyond expectations? The food was awesome. WOW! He picked out the food fresh from the Farmer's Market (Fish, Veggies, Salad, ++). He cooked every dish to perfection. And he culminated the meal with an incredible set of sundaes PLUS home-baked cookies. Mike is a great chef: attentive to both what he cooks and those who eat the meal. He made our meal a delightful and delicious EVENT. You and your guests will LOVE working with him and eating his creations.”
Allan M. says, “All party guests enjoyed the food and high quality service. Would highly recommend for any event.”
Susan S. says, “Was looking for someone to do a private cooking class in my home for my 4 granddaughters….Chef Eric answered my request…we set up time /date/ menu …day could not have turned out more perfectly”
John H. says, “Chef Bradley created a wonderful meal for us to celebrate my Husband’s Birthday. Everything went as planned for our 12 guests at our rented vacation home in Palm Springs. Everyone loved the dishes he created. I highly recommend him.”
Anne I. says, “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Julie is truly one of the top French chefs in the South Bay. She brings authentic French culture to life through her cooking and exceptional pastry skills. What makes her stand out even more is the emotion you can feel in her work — and actually taste in every bite. Her consistency and professionalism are outstanding. Julie gives everything she has to make her clients happy, always going above and beyond expectations. She is also incredibly innovative and brings fresh, exciting creations that elevate the local culinary scene. The South Bay is very lucky to have her. Don’t miss her latest creation, the Melt’z — an absolutely amazing dessert that satisfies every taste and leaves you wanting more. Highly recommended!”
Swetha G. says, “Chef Jamison was truly wonderful, and we feel so lucky to have had him cook for us. Every single thing he made was absolutely delicious. You could really taste the care, passion, and thought he put into every dish, and honestly, we enjoyed every bite. Beyond the incredible food, Jamison was such a pleasure to have around. He was warm, friendly, easygoing, and incredibly easy to work with. He made everything feel so natural and effortless, and his personality added so much to the experience. It’s rare to come across someone who is not only exceptionally talented at what they do but is also such a genuinely lovely person. Jamison is truly one of a kind. He went above and beyond, and we couldn’t recommend him more highly. We would absolutely have him cook for us again in a heartbeat! Thank you, Jamison, for making our experience so special — you are simply superb! ❤️”
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“Chef Cristoff cooked for our dinner party of 8 people. His communication before and service during were exceptional. I am looking forward to the next time we have an event with him. Food was amazing.”
“I can’t say enough about Chef Shi and her delicious food!! She was immediate in her responses & answering my questions. I had never hired a caterer before and she put me immediately at ease. She was willing to taylor the food to my Mothers preferences. I was hosting a birthday party for my Mom who turned 90 in October! We chose a traditional mexican menu (my moms favorite cuisine) for a dozen guests. Chef Shi made beef enchiladas, a taco bar with beef and chicken both with grilled veggies, two types of tortillas with ALL the toppings! Her guacamole was DELISH! As well as rice, beans and I requested elote corn. That corn dish, straight off the cobb, was the BEST!! But so was EVERYTHING she made. My guests all went for 2nd helpings! Our guests all commented how delicious everything was, which made me a happy hostess. Chef Chi and her assistant Destiny showed up on time, both so kind and professional. They had all the dishes cooked and ready before our gusts arrived. They set it all up buffet style, extremely well organized. They then set the table with disposable, yet elegant plates and gold toned utensils. These ladies set a beautiful table. Our guests all commented on how lovely it all looked. I would not hesitate to hire Chef Shi in a heartbeat!! And I will hire her again next time I host a party with many gusts. Thanks for all your hard work Chef Shi!!!!! Your food made my party a complete success!!”
“Best Thanksgiving ever! Love my new friends, can't wait to have them over again. They did such an awesome job my family is still talking about it.”
“Note: we are not easy to please, especially me! However, Mike was careful to identify our food preferences, and any dietary conditions, as well as identifying our collective love of chocolate. Mike accommodated all our requirements/wishes to come up with a menu that was a blend of what we wanted and a delightful push into a realm of fine dining that we had not expected. The unexpected? Mike came to the dining room prior to each course to talk about the food/wine pairing during the service. Also, way beyond expectations? The food was awesome. WOW! He picked out the food fresh from the Farmer's Market (Fish, Veggies, Salad, ++). He cooked every dish to perfection. And he culminated the meal with an incredible set of sundaes PLUS home-baked cookies. Mike is a great chef: attentive to both what he cooks and those who eat the meal. He made our meal a delightful and delicious EVENT. You and your guests will LOVE working with him and eating his creations.”
“All party guests enjoyed the food and high quality service. Would highly recommend for any event.”
“Chef Steph was absolutely amazing! She prepared dinner for our party of 30 for our family reunion. From the very beginning, she was very responsive and easy to work with, helping us create the perfect menu for our group.The prime rib was cooked to perfection and full of flavor and he mashed potatoes were absolutely out of this world! She truly had something for everyone, from homemade macaroni and cheese and chicken tenders that the toddlers loved to a delicious prime rib dinner for the adults, complete with appetizers and fresh salads. Everything was beautifully prepared, organized, and delicious. Chef Steph made our evening stress free and memorable, and we couldn’t have been happier with our experience. We look forward to using Chef Steph again in the future and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional private chef!”
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