Great things are big reasons to celebrate! Birthdays, a 200th review and becoming an Elite All…read moreStar!! So, in honor of all these accomplishments, I'm dedicating my 200th review to Chef Lance, who helped make my birthday on Jan 27th perfect, very special and exactly what I had hoped for on many levels! From my first conversation with Chef Lance, I knew I found a wonderful Chef, and person! He replied to my initial contact within an hour of messenging him. Through our many emails and texts, together we created a menu that well exceeded 5 stars!! My birthday dinner was prepared in my home for my family, 6 people total! Dinner was called for at 7:30 and Chef Lance arrived at my home around 4:00 to set up and begin preparations. He was so cordial, knowledgeable and his stories of becoming a chef and all his experiences through the years fascinated me! Now for the good stuff, my menu.... Coconut Shrimp appetizer, Penne alla Vodka, Salad, Chicken Francaise and Honey Glazed Carrots. The entire night felt like we were eating in a very cozy restaurant! Chef Lance plated every dish and we enjoyed it all tremendously! Everything was just delicious! I have to point out certain things that stood out to me: the chicken was purchased from a butcher, jumbo shrimp were used and so incredibly fresh and succulent! The coconut was toasted beforehand and the homemade dipping sauce was nothing like anything I have ever had before. It was fruit based with an Asian twist, just fantastic! Because Penne alla Vodka is a favorite in my family, an extra batch was made so everyone could take some home to enjoy again! After dinner, my kitchen was completely cleaned and all dishes, pots, etc were washed. My daughters BF bought a cheescake for dessert so at that point it was time for Chef Lance to leave. From start to finish, he was in my home for almost 5 hours! I can't rave enough what an experience having a chef prepare an intimate dinner was like! If you are looking for someone who will exceed every expectation you may have, Chef Lance is who you should contact. There's no doubt I will be seeing him in my home again! Chef Lance, thank you for a birthday dinner experience I will never forget!!

Chef Lance did a fabulous job cooking a dinner party for 6 people celebrating some milestone…read morebirthdays. We did have some food/allergy issues with the group and Lance worked with us to create a menu that would work for everyone. It was truly a magical evening and I highly recommend him!!

I hired chef Stephanie to do a pool side lunch for Father's Day/Birthday in the Hamptons and…read moreeveryone was blown away by her food and skills! We even had someone who doesn't eat seafood not only try the fresh scallop appetizer but eat the whole thing! I was able to customize the menu and the whole process was seamless. We will definitely be working with her again and would highly recommend to anyone!

Just tried Chef Stephanie. Amazing food. Legit Michelin star restaurant chef, but available out…read morehere for us. Fun person, easy to work with. I chose a chicken menu, I should have picked something fancier, but holy cow, what a great chicken dish.

We had a girls weekend and hired Mike and it was such a good experience! The food was amazing. The…read moretuna tartare and the caviar on top of the scallops were definitely my favorite. But literally everything was so tasty and unique. He was also very communicativeand extremely professional. We will definitely hire him again if we are in the area!

Mike is absolutely awesome! He is very communicative. Any question that I had, he would get back to…read moreme within seconds, even on a holiday. He is very accommodating. We had a group of people that liked different foods and he made some items that weren't on his regular menu. The appetizers he prepared were amazing! Everything was so fresh, unique and delicious. Mike started us with complimentary bread that came with truffle butter and truffle balsamic oil. The dipping sauces were sooo good. I personally would have preferred a bread crispy crust type of a bread for the dipping. Then we had scallops with tomato pesto sauce that were absolute perfection. I never really loved scallops until I tried Mike's scallops! They melted in your mouth. We also had the shrimp cups in a phyllo cup with guacamole! It is such a perfect summer appetizer. Absolutely delicious! We also had steak bites that were covered in a chimichurri. I wish the sauce was on the side. It was a lil bit spicy for some. Then we had our main entree which was flank steak with truffled mashed potatoes and asparagus. It was so good but everyone wished that the portion of the steak was bigger and that it would have came out hot. We had the appetizers brought out before everyone got to our house so then we waited to eat those until everyone got there. By the time everyone settled and was ready to eat, the appetizers were cold and the entree was ready . It would have been perfect if the timing of the food was different and the steak portion was bigger and hot. Nonetheless, it was still an amazing experience and I highly recommend Mike for anyone looking for a private chef for their house party!

If you're looking for catering that doesn't just serve food but creates an unforgettable…read moreexperience, look no further than C'est Si Bon Catering & Events. From the very first bite, you can taste the love, passion, and creativity poured into every dish. The flavors are bold yet refined, the presentation is stunning, and the attention to detail is unmatched. Their team goes above and beyond to make sure every guest feels cared for--from customizing menus to fit your vision, to flawless service that makes you feel like royalty. Whether it's an intimate gathering, a wedding, or a large celebration, they turn every event into something magical. C'est Si Bon isn't just catering--it's an experience that leaves you talking about the food long after the party is over. If you want your event to be remembered for all the right reasons, this is the team to trust. One word: phenomenal.

We had Chef Kamal and his team create a special birthday dinner. He was very responsive and…read moreanswered all questions. The food was amazing! There were multiple courses and he explained what each course was. Everyone enjoyed the experience and would definitely do this again! His team was professional. They came early to start prepping and left everything tidy. Would highly recommend!

Chef Sebastian was amazing! He really outdid himself with each and every dish. The hors d'oeuvres…read morewere a party favorite. I can't wait until I have another party/event so we can have him back!!

I'll start off this way, I'm probably the only person whose favorite meal this week in 90° July…read moreweather included half a quart of warm, Smoky Red Pepper Soup with Basil Croutons ($10). I'll admit, a small part of the reason is because I keep my apartment very cold and really love soups. The primary reason though is that I found an executive chef who is a culinary genius that will cater and deliver phenomenal gourmet food directly to my door at very reasonable prices. This was one of the best original soups that I've tasted in a very long while. A great thick, creamy texture, good heat (without being too spicy), and you could taste the flavor of the ingredients, not just get overwhelmed by the red pepper. The taste and texture worked in perfect concert together, just like the cream and the red pepper. I've been paying ten bucks a quart for deli-quality soups during this quarantine. This was certainly in a much different class of quality, for the same exact price. Once people catch on to this amazing value, I'll likely end up paying far more for the same caliber of cuisine. However, supporting a well-deserving and hardworking small business with an honest and positive is more important to me than saving a little money. By the way, in addition to his well-honed, epicurean chops, Chef Sebastian is also a real sweetheart of a guy. I know a lot of great chefs and they're not all...oh, what's a good euphemism to use here? As good at dealing with people as they are with knives. Well, Chef Sebastian is wonderful with both. A true professional and a good person. Alright, now let me review some more of his food. In the late 1990s, I lived in New Orleans. So, I definitely know a thing or two about great-tasting cornbread. Chef Sebastian makes excellent cornbread. Not too crumbly, but also not sticky. There's nice pieces of whole corn and little pieces of jalapenos inside. Remember, I'm not a big fan of spicy, but this cornbread was perfect. Not too spicy and it was pre-cut into small squares for me and filled an entire sizeable container. I've eaten a few pieces with 4 meals already and I still have leftovers. His portions are immense. That goes double for the Slow Smoked Beer Marinated Local Shortrib ($27 with corn and cornbread). I've never been given that much shortrib in a single portion intended for one person. I LOVE his homemade BBQ sauce so much that I used it abundantly, put the shortribs in potato roll buns and served them up similar to pulled pork sandwiches, only these were far better because they were beer marinated shortribs. There was enough for 4.5 overstuffed sandwiches. My executive chef friend ate one, along with a piece of cornbread, and was extremely impressed with both as well. The Smoked Whole Trout ($14) was actually a bit overwhelming. Even with my big appetite, I certainly couldn't finish it. It's an entire large cooked trout. For $14 and hand delivered to your door by the chef himself? Where else will you get that type of value? Nowhere! Certainly not near Port Washington, where I live. I ate half of the fish the first day that the food arrived because obviously it's seafood. Although, I did decide to sneak Chef S's New Jersey grilled corn on the cob into this meal, even though it really came to compliment another dish. I didn't want to wait though. The fish was cooked nicely and traveled very well. A nice thickness, easy to cut the meat away, and just a nice smokey flavor throughout. However, I avoided the recommended horseradish sauce that came with it because I was in the mood for more of a fish flavor. I wasn't disappointed. The corn was tasty too. The 24 Hour Slow Smoked BBQ Pork Shoulder ($21 with corn and cornbread) was another massive creation. Once again, I had leftovers. You can taste the time it took to cook this. Completely fall off-the-bone type of dish and so savory. Extremely tender and also beautifully complimented by Chef's homeade BBQ sauce. Honestly, that stuff could go with anything. It's delicious. Local Jersey Peach Crisp with Homemade Whipped Cream ($7). My favorite dessert from anywhere this month. It's a giant piece made for 2 people, as long as one of them isn't me. LOL. I devoured about 3/4 of it because it was so incredible. Thin fresh peach slices with a deliciously sugary crust. This dessert could start an addiction. Just before writing this paragraph I polished off the remaining 1/4 piece left in my fridge. By the way, his food and containers keep very well. The food is delicious, but the portions are huge! Pickle Spears ($8). These are smaller sized pickle spears. However, there's enough of them to fill the jar and they're obviously pickled that way to provide much more surface area and access to the flavors of Chef's special blend of peppers and seasonings. They're very good. If you like pickles, you'll totally like these. Lots of flavors: garlic, peppers, mustard seeds, and some others. Be careful though, these bite back. Everything is PERFECT!

Amazing detailed service, and the food is divine. We had a combination of as an starters and…read moreItalian entrees and French deserts. Book him if you have any type if special events.

From the owner: New York Chef…read moreRivera. We are a private Chef and Wedding Catering business that takes pleasure in bringing people together through fine food. With decades of experience in the Big Apple’s culinary industry, owner and talented chef Henry Rivera fell in love with cooking at an early age. Originally from Ecuador, he moved to New York in 1993 to embark on a career in the restaurants of New York, Dubai, Florida, Ecuador, and beyond. Now ready to give NYC a taste of his dishes, he can’t wait to give you a once-in-a-lifetime event an unforgettable dining experience. Current Job - Culinary Director at Al Pastor NY and Firemen Hospitality Group. NYC / DC Most experienced cuisines! Mexican / Italian / American / Japanese / Spanish Tapas / Intercontinental

We had Chef Robert prepare brunch for us in Amagansett. He was warm and friendly, and delightful to…read morehave in the kitchen. The food was absolutely beautiful, healthful, and delicious. We started with a frittata over mixed greens, followed by burrata with poached asparagus. For the main course, he served oven-roasted stripped bass over chickpeas. Dessert was peach cobbler with vanilla ice cream. Not only was the food wonderful, but the courses were timed with professionalism and served with elegance. We will definitely be having him back in the future!

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Chef Tina was simply fantastic and a gem! She catered dinner for our family to celebrate my mother…read morein law's birthday, and she impressed our whole family with her professionalism, service, and quality of her cooking. She was super easy to communicate with and very helpful with menu planning, executed everything flawlessly. Her timing was superb as it's not easy to cook and serve a large party. She made an out of this world black and white cookie cake that's unforgettable. On top of this, she's very sweet. We highly recommend her and would definitely work with Chef Tina again!

From the owner: Offering a wide range of private chef services from intimate dinner parties, private cooking…read morelessons, weekend hire, or customized meals for you and your family. The full-service experience includes table design, preparing, serving, and cleaning your kitchen better than it was before we arrived! VegHead's mission is to feed the body & soul with simple all natural foods to help reach maximum health and happiness. Partnering with local farms, butchers, & fisherman to bring you the freshest meals. VegHead believe's our ingredients should be sourced directly from Mother Nature right to your table

I don't know where to begin in describing my experience with this company. I originally made a plan…read morewith a totally different chef and in the middle of discussing our menu he canceled and I had to find another private chef, that's when I came across Indulge. It was the best thing that could have happened because Chef Oscar gave me more confidence in hiring his company in the first response than any other private chef company I reached out too. We were celebrating my sisters Bachelorette and wanted to surprise her with this private dining experience. Our Chef was Matt Gurman and not only was he an amazing cook but he had a great sense of humor and really allowed us to enjoy ourselves with his food and conversation. I would highly recommend this company for any private dining experience and would definitely recommend Chef Matt as well. Thank you for a great experience !

In short, Oscar and his team do an outstanding job. I've worked with Indulge a couple of times and…read moream continuously awed not by just the amazing food that hits the table, but by a consistent sense of professionalism that makes any guest feel at ease. This attention to detail is not easy to find, and makes the comfort of having a chef in your home an easy process. Try Indulge and treat yourself to class and perfection; you will not regret it.

Joy and Al of Montauk Catering company were awesome in making our celebration a stellar event…read more From charcuterie board, servers of fabulous lobster rolls, oysters, sweet potato purée, and delicious duck Hors D'œuvres. Plus magnificent Entrées and dessert buffets. We highly recommend Montauk Catering for your wedding, anniversary, shower, birthday, office event, engagement party or more. Great staff!!!