Hosted a birthday dinner and had a great experience! Chef was timely and receptive to my interests and also had great ideas to share. We did an all vegetarian menu which was well-received by all.
Ned Laventall Personal Chef
In high demand
- 74 hires
- 4 similar jobs done nearby
- Based in Santa Fe, NM
- 42 years in business
- 1 employee
- Background checked
About Ned Laventall Personal Chef
Please note that I DO NOT provide meals or meal support over an extended period, once a week or on certain days each week like a meal plan. That's not me. I do private cheffing for celebrations and night-in special events in and around Santa Fe NM. I will go to Albuquerque as well, but you should know that it is 60 miles each way. I am a retired executive chef and food service manager and consultant with over 45 years experience in the field. I am available to cater smaller gatherings in local homes, churches, synagogues etc. as well as vacation and Airbnb venues. I also am a licensed bartender. I am experienced in all popular cuisines with particular expertise in Southwestern, American Casual, Mediterranean and Asian presentations. I am also knowledgeable in special and restrictive diets. While I love to prepare your meals on site, I can also deliver fully prepared meals to your venue, cold, in re-heatable containers. I will consult with you to customize a menu to your specifications and needs, visit your venue the day before when possible, shop for all needs, prepare, serve and clean up for your event. I can also prepare meals in my home for drop off delivery. I charge a reasonable rate for my work based on the time and skill level required and reimbursement for all purchased items is at actual cost. I will provide an itemized store receipt if necessary. Gratuity is at your discretion.
Reviews
Chef Ned was able to lighten up my husband birthday party with a delicious food and cocktails. It was very easy to agree on a menu with him and he also gave me very insightful recommendations. We had an excellent time and I really recommend him for your next gathering. Thank you Chef Ned for such an amazing time.
He was kind and did well with helping us decide on an appropriate menu. He was very communicative during the process which was truly appreciated. The food was fresh and delicious. He knows what he is doing in the kitchen. He will be an asset to your next gathering of any kind.
We had a great time with Ned’s catering for my sister’s bachelorette in Placitas/ Santa Fe. He showed up on time & had great communication beforehand on plans and expectations. We designed the menu as a Spanish theme. Had Spanish cheeses and sausages for cocktail hour, seafood paella / Moroccan eggplant / green salad for dinner, and individual creme brûlée’s for the bride’s favorite dessert. He plated everything in server-ware buffet style and cleaned up the kitchen afterward. Everything was fantastic and we highly recommend! Thanks again Ned!
Ned was extremely willing to work with us with kindness and patience. He even adjusted to last minute requests based on group preferences. He offered great menu items and his experience showed! We had ned cook for a bachelorette party and would recommend to someone in Santa Fe for the same.
We had a fantastic southwestern meal for 8 at our Airbnb for my sister’s bachelorette. Ned worked with us on the menu to accommodate dietary concerns and the meal was delicious. He also made the bride’s favorite cocktail as well as a mocktail version. Ned is kind, professional and easy to work. Also, he made the best apple tart we’ve ever had - it was both gluten and dairy free!
Ned made my 40th birthday so special. He was easy to work with, made wonderful tapas for us, and was a lot of fun to spend our evening with. Would highly recommend without reservation!
Ned was great to work with. He was very professional, friendly and accommodating. I will definitely work with him again.
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And Work Quality, and Punctuality! Together, we planned an excellent Spanish tapas menu, and Ned delivered to the delight of our dozen special guests. Just right in every way.
Ned is a an expert chef and he loves his craft. We were a small group with various diet restrictions (vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free) and he made figuring out a meal that worked for everyone his mission. He nailed it and thus capped off a wonderful get together amongst friends. We highly recommend him for your upcoming catering needs. We will definitely book him again if in the area. Thanks again Ned!
Awesome experience! Extremely professional and talented. Definitely would recommend for your wedding!
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