Chef Leslie was very responsive in figuring out the menu for our group. This was a more challenging exercise because someone had strict dietary constraints. She was pleasant, conversational, presented beautiful entrées , brought her own dishes, served us, cleaned up and put away pots and pans The only reason I didn’t give her four stars is because I was surprised that there was a fee for her travel mileage in the final invoice this should be presented upfront when estimating costs Otherwise, a great and tasty experience!
Chef's Kiss by Lesley
- 34 hires
- 8 similar jobs done nearby
- Based in Port Saint Lucie, FL
- 5 years in business
- 3 employees
- Responds in about 4 hours
- Background checked
About Chef's Kiss by Lesley
I'm a wife and mother of 2. I am born and raised NY but moved to FL in 2010. I'm a graduate from the Culinary Institute of America and have built my career and experience at numerous high-end and luxury restaurants and hotels. I have a great passion for my craft and would love to share with you!
Reviews
We had Chef Kiss make a pre Thanksgiving meal for our family at a home we rented in Florida. She was very easy to work with as we created the menu - gave suggestions but not in an over bearing way and still listened to what we wanted. The food arrived fresh and it was easy to heat up. All of the guests raved that everything was delicious! I would definitely recommend working with Chef and would use her again in the future.
We absolutely LOVE Chef Lesley! Our request was very last-minute—we didn’t even start looking for a chef until a little over a month before our wedding. Chef Lesley was incredibly responsive and accommodating from the start. She really took the time to work with us and made sure the menu was exactly what we wanted. Despite Florida’s unpredictable summer weather making it hard to finalize the time, she remained so flexible and understanding throughout. And the food? AMAZING. Everyone raved about it—from the appetizers to the salad to the entrées, everything was delicious. I’m not even a salad person, but I finished mine—it was that good! Her stuffed mushrooms, filet mignon, and lobster tail were all absolutely phenomenal. Although we didn’t try her desserts since we already had cake, we have no doubt they would have been just as incredible. She also partnered with a server, which made everything seamless and stress-free for us. And after dinner, they left the kitchen spotless! We can’t recommend Chef Lesley enough. She was a dream to work with, and we’re so grateful she was part of our special day. We love her!
Lesley’s food was amazing! She was also willing to answer any questions about the menu and was extremely accommodating for multiple food allergies.
Chef Lesley was friendly and easy to work with. We had a group of 15 people. Everyone enjoyed the food.
WOW! I think the website should let us choose more than 3 categories because I feel I'm short-changing Lesley by not picking all 5. My company did a work retreat for a week in Stuart, FL. The month leading to the retreat, Lesley was always responsive and I quite enjoyed our chats, menu changes for vegetarians and pescatarians on the team, and getting the details. Quality? Sigh, 3 words - Orange Mango Pie! Lesley knew I'm not even a fan of anything sweet, but this not only blew me away, but everyone on the team away! WHEN you use her services, don't cheat yourself on not having this on the menu. Should be her signature! Not only this, but all of the dishes were done exceptionally well and there was more than enough food for everyone with leftovers. (I finished the additional Orange Mango Pie when everyone went to sleep, lol) Professionalism and Punctuality - She arrived with her team on time, and each day all meals were served in professional attire along with her caring personality to make sure everyone was taken care of. Value - I live in Atlanta, GA. Any chef I work with here will be judged by the standard Lesley set. I'd gladly pay that and as my company returns for another retreat, there will be no shopping; we know who we will use.
For my Bachelorette party, I wanted to do an elegant 6 course Greek tasting menu for myself and 9 of my friends. Everyone I reached out to before Chef Lesley was sending me unimaginative run-of-the-mill menus, that just weren't what I was looking for. Chef Lesley, however, went above and beyond and really made my Bachelorette Dinner just the absolute best it could be! From the moment I spoke to her on the phone I knew that she understood what I was going for and she worked tirelessly to make my culinary dreams come true! The menu she sent really captured the high-end, private chef experience that I was really trying to provide my guests with. She and her assistant were on time and set to work right away in the kitchen of the Air BnB we were staying in. Her assistant set the table and worked with me on the wine pairings and timing for dinner. They really thought of everything! It was so great to watch her work. You can really tell that she takes pride in her food! I cannot begin to describe how amazing the food was! Each course that she set in front of us just got more and more amazing. The lamb chops she prepared were some of the best I have ever had. I'm talking fall off the bone tender and just so perfectly seasoned. My friends and I were absolutely blown away! After dinner, they cleaned up and left the kitchen spotless. It was the absolute best experience and I would highly recommend Chef's Kiss by Chef Lesley to anyone in the PSL/West Palm area!
I recently had the pleasure of experiencing Chef Lesley's private chef services, and I must say it was an absolute culinary delight. From the moment she arrived until the last bite, Chef Lesley's talent and expertise shone through in every aspect of the dining experience. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to elevate their next event to new gastronomic heights. Beyond the incredible food, Chef Lesley's professionalism and attention to detail were commendable. She not only provided a remarkable culinary experience but also ensured that every aspect of the event was taken care of. From the well-thought-out menu planning to the impeccable presentation of each dish, Chef Lesley's expertise and dedication were evident throughout.
We hired Lesley to prepare a three course meal for an 18 person bachelorette party. She was a breeze to work with when it came to scheduling, sent me many menu options, and really delivered on everything overall! The meal was delicious and her and her team left the kitchen spotless. Would definitely work with Lesley again!
While in a bunch she came in and saved the day! The food was amazing as well as the service. Thank you for making mother’s day special.
I had an amazing experience booking an at home cooking class with Lesley! She was very quick to respond and easy to set up the details of the class. She was extremely nice, personable and professional and a very talented chef. My family learned how to make the lobster ravioli which was delicious! Will definitely be using Chef Lesley again in the future and highly recommend her for your next dining/cooking experience :)
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