Chef Don was absolutely wonderful. I hired him to prepare meals in my parents’ home, and the entire experience exceeded expectations. He was professional, communicative, and thoughtful from the very beginning—clear about timing, flexible with preferences, and impeccably prepared. Most importantly, the food was outstanding. My parents especially loved the pork tenderloin and grilled ribeye, and every salad, side, and dessert was delicious and beautifully done. They described the desserts as “decadent” and the whole experience as a true treat. I would not hesitate to hire Chef Don again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for high-quality, in-home meal prep or a special dining experience. Thank you Chef Don!
Mise En Place2
- 16 hires
- Based in Queen Creek, AZ
- 15 years in business
- 1 employee
- Background checked
About Mise En Place2
A passionate, experienced culinary professional that loves teaching, and learning from all of my clients. Whether it be a private lesson or personalized chef services I look forward to an exciting experience! I Love being creative, sharing my love of cooking and enriching people's lives through culinary adventures.
Reviews
On the 30th Don did a surprise private dinner for me and my girlfriend’s 1yr anniversary. Planning this dinner was very new to me considering I have never done anything like this before. So I had no idea what I was doing. Don made it so easy for me and helped with the dinner selection for the occasion. All I knew is that I wanted crème brûlée for dessert. He was happy to oblige my request. I had to change venues on him a few times and he was more than understanding and willing to work with me. Anytime I needed to ask him a question he was always quick to respond and helped me through the process. My girlfriend was completely surprised by the occasion and the food was absolutely amazing, I couldn’t have made this night as great as it was without him. I without any hesitation would recommend Mise En Place2 (Don) to make your day as special as mine was rather it be a date, anniversary, or just to cook you meals for the week, or even just to teach you to cook for your family. I do plan on contacting him again for future events or a cooking class. He is so easy to work with and has a great personality, and is very personable. I could tell how much he loves being a chef and wanting to share that with others.
Chef Fon went above and beyond for the event. We rented a house without us knowing the layout. Prepped all the food in the kitchen and cook all the steaks in the out door grill that was down 20 stairs and other side of the pool. The food was amazing. When he left you would not know he was there.
I'm loving getting my personally prepared meals from Don. He asked specific questions about our likes/dislikes and delivered exactly what we were looking for. He's quick to get back to us and flexible on his menu. Professional, the food tastes great, super convenient… Would highly recommend whether it is meal prep, catered events, or special occasions!
Don was amazing!! He came over and did a cooking class for my kids. He modified two “Instagram recipes” that my kids were interested in and helped them successfully make them by teaching them basic cooking skills throughout the entire process. He talked about knife skills, nutrition, stove top safety, and spice tips. He answered all their questions and much more! The kids had so much fun and LOVED the dishes they made, they can’t wait to make them again on their own. We can’t wait to have him over again soon. He was responsive, professional, and we would use his services again anytime!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Truly Unforgettable Cooking Experience with Don! My wife and I will absolutely book again right away!! Don went above and beyond in every way imaginable. He stayed over an hour past the scheduled time without charging us extra, and not once did he rush—he was patient, engaging, and incredibly thorough with his explanations. He came fully prepared with all the ingredients and food for the evening, which made the entire experience seamless and stress-free. Every single dish we made was absolutely delicious. The sauce he helped us create was hands-down the best homemade sauce we’ve ever had, and the quinoa was so uniquely cooked to add so much flavor, unlike any we’ve had before. Don walked us through proper knife skills and cutting techniques for a variety of ingredients, showed us efficient prep methods for each item, and even explained the best practices for pan placement and heat control on the stove. Don also left us with plenty of leftovers, which was such a thoughtful touch. The chicken was the juiciest we’ve ever tasted, and the presentation of each plate looked like something from a restaurant. Even my wife, who typically doesn’t enjoy asparagus, couldn’t stop raving about how good it was! This experience was not just a meal—it was a masterclass in flavor, technique, and hospitality. As crazy as it sounds, the food somehow tasted 100x better than it looked, and it looked amazing. Highly recommend Don for anyone looking to learn, eat well, and have a genuinely fantastic time.
I hired Don to surprise my husband on his birthday with a dinner. We just had our second baby and going out was not an option . This was the perfect surprise! From the very beginning, Don was very responsive, professional and knowledgeable. The communication was great and he was punctual which I highly appreciate. As for the food, 10/10 , one of the best meals we’ve ever had and the presentation sublime! It was full of flavour and exactly what I wanted . It surpassed my expectations!!! I highly recommend him and we will use him again. Thank you for one of the most memorable experiences, Chef!
I hired Don to cook breakfast and dinner for a large group visiting Scottsdale. He created a list of menu options for me to choose from with a wide range of options. Both meals that he cooked for us were delicious! Don was professional, friendly, and left the kitchen spotless. Overall I would highly recommend Don to anyone.
I work for a non -profit organization that assists youth in learning to become independent. I reached out to Don and he was more than willing to help me in assisting a youth on learning the basics of cooking, so she could help take care of her family. She had one lesson so far and she was beyond happy with the results and wanted to learn more from Don! Thank you Don for making her experience a very positive one.
My grandson LOVED his cooking lesson from Don Carey .....It was fun, entertaining and he said he was so nice ....They are definitely going to book another lesson ....
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