Chef Lydia was an absolute pleasure to work with for my friend’s bachelorette. She was very responsive and prepped/prepared all of the food/mocktail so well. She curated the most perfect Mediterranean menu for our special event. Her services were impeccable! Highly recommend to anyone in the Hudson Valley area.
Lydia Hodges
- 70 hires
- Based in Saugerties, NY
- 6 years in business
- 4 employees
- Background checked
About Lydia Hodges
I am a culinary trained professional that is insured! WE CAN TRAVEL to YOU! SPECIALIZES in Bachelorette/Bachelor parties Micro weddings & Wedding catering Bridal & baby showers Brunches Intimate dinners & events Corporate events and so much more We Offer Drop off for any event BIG OR small! We do not offer bartending services, but work with other local bartenders! We also do not offer just service, but we do offer food with service. Even if it’s charcuterie, crudite, or dessert. I’ve been in the hospitality industry for 14 years. I started Little Plates which was a very successful healthy food program for kids in daycares and private schools. I traveled the country catering micro events for the last couple years, and started a luxury picnic business on the Oregon coast & Washington state. The Hudson Valley & the Tri-state area has always been my home and the uniqueness of it keeps me coming back!
Reviews
Chef Lydia & her team were excellent to work with from start to finish. Chef Lydia curated an amazing menu with personal touches for our themed event and it was truly one of the best meals we ever had. Each plate was beautiful, delicious and you can tell was made with lots of love! (Seriously still dreaming about that pasta, cinnamon bun, & kale salad among everything else). They also took away the stress of hosting by leaving a perfectly clean space so we were able to truly enjoy the evening. Everything was impeccable and we would highly, HIGHLY recommend hiring Chef Lydia & her team for your next event, we can’t wait to work with her again soon!
Lydia was an absolute pleasure to work with and I would so highly recommend her to anyone. We were celebrating a Taylor Swift themed bachelorette and Chef Lydia put together a beautiful brunch perfect for the occasion. She was prompt, introduced us to unique and amazing foods we had never tried, talented, and an overall joy to work with. If I’m ever looking for a private chef again, Chef Lydia will be my first call. Thank you for making the event so special for our bride to be and all that attended.
Chef Lydia is an absolute gem! She prepared an outstanding catered meal for our wedding party of 70 guests. Working with her was an absolute delight. Her attention to detail, warmth, and passion for what she does made the entire experience unforgettable; if I could rate her higher than five stars, I absolutely would—she offers a 10-star service!
Lydia was an absolute pleasure to work with. She went above and beyond to curate a wonderful meal for a bachelorette group and we could not be more appreciative! Lydia was extremely accommodating of our groups allergies/food sensitivities and even made a last minute switch for us. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a private chef/catering services in the area!! Her true passion for food & cooking is super evident in her work as well. Thank you, Lydia!!
Chef Lydia was perfection. She started our girls weekend off right with delicious mocktails, apps, entrees and dessert! She was so friendly and diligent. Would definitely hire her again!
Oh my goodness where do I even start…..Lydia is absolutely AMAZING. She was incredibly responsive the min I reached out. She had so many options to choose from to set the menu. From the charcuterie board to the homemade pasta everything was delicious. One of my friends had gluten and dairy dietary restrictions and Lydia didn’t even hesitate. She made personalized dishes for my friend so she could enjoy the same foods we were, which made my friend feel so included and not a burden! Highly suggest hiring her for any Bach parties !! She was so nice and sweet. She truly is meant to do this.
Chef Lydia did an INCREDIBLE job making a delicious meal for my friend’s bachelorette party (8 people). The experience was seamless from booking to organizing the menu and timing to punctual arrival to leaving the kitchen spotless when she left. We loved it! I highly recommend Chef Lydia.
Chef Lydia catered our bachelorette night in and truly made the night a wonderful experience. The entire process was seamless from start to finish. Chef Lydia sent me some proposed menus ahead of time that we picked from, and every course was absolutely amazing! She showed up on time and was very communicative the week leading into the event. The day of the event, she brought all her own food and the kitchen was left cleaner than it started. She was also such a joy to have around and very personable and a fun person to add to the atmosphere! The food was the highlight, and every girl finished the meal very well fed and raving about the experience!
Chef Lydia was absolutely fantastic! From the moment we connected, she was incredibly friendly, responsive, and accommodating. We had a family-style dinner for our weekend getaway, and every dish she prepared was delicious. She went above and beyond to make sure our three kids were happy, even bringing plenty of fresh fruit for them, which we truly appreciated. Beyond her amazing cooking, Lydia was such a joy to be around. We loved chatting with her after dinner—she has a wonderful energy and passion for what she does. We can’t recommend her enough and genuinely hope to see her on the Food Network one day!
Lydia did a great job for our party! The food was amazing, they delivered everything and helped set it up! Everything was great! Thank you!!
Lydia was prompt and professional. She was very informative and was wonderful to work with.
Lydia and I worked together when I needed a menu and quote for a Christmas dinner party ! She was super kind and thorough with everything ! She got back to me quick and gave me time before she followed up! Very sweet and will use her again if I need services in the future !!
Chef Lydia and her team where absolutely amazing and I can't express how impressed I was with their service. From the very first consultation, I was excited to work with their team. Lydia was exceptional and took time to understand what we were looking for and helped to work around our budget. On the day of the event, their team was punctual, professional, and incredibly accommodating. They went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly, even adjusting to last-minute changes without a hitch. The food was exceptional—beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. Guests are still raving about the pesto chicken pasta. What truly set Chef Lydia apart was their attention to detail and genuine passion for their craft. They made us feel like our event was their top priority. If you're looking for a caterer who will exceed your expectations and deliver an unforgettable experience, look no further than Lydia Hodges. My family is obsessed with her and her crew, safe to say we will be booking again for a variety of events. Highly recommend!
Absolutely AMAZING dinner from an amazing chef! My friends and I will definitely hire Lydia for future events. She was a pleasure to work with! She tailors your menu to exactly your preferences and goes out of her way to accommodate any dietary needs. Her and her partner are very personable and fun people! Don’t even bother looking for any other chef, Lydia is top notch and her food is not only delicious but the presentation is beautiful as well. Everything was prepared perfectly and way better than going out to top rated restaurants. We had a great time, highly recommend!
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