Mattias was integral in making our evening exceptional. From initial email through payment,…read moreMattias was communicative and thoughtful. We had six people for a small birthday get together and everything from the food, decor, timing of courses,etc was spot on. He accommodated our requests including making special items for my youngest daughter. He brings everything - decor, place setting, glassware. We needed nothing as he covered it all. I couldn't recommend him more highly.

10/10, amazing, fantastic!…read more We had gotten an Airbnb at a secluded beach house and booked Mattias to cook our parent's 30th anniversary dinner. Communication went smoothly from start to finish. When he arrived, he took safety precautions and kept his distance and mask on (something that I really appreciated). He brought the dinnerware, table decor, and even printed out a nice menu at our request. Food was amazing and I loved that we were able to mix and match from his Farm Table menus. We had the butter lettuce salad (could eat this everyday!), the sweet corn soup (amazing flavors- sweetness of the corn was complemented with a kick of chili oil), the petit filet, and raspberry torte (with a sparkler to make it celebratory!). Every thing was amazing and perfectly portioned. At the end of dinner, he cleaned up which is such an added plus! Mattias is very personable and made the occasion so special. Will definitely look forward to working with him again :)

We hired Ashley as a personal chef while we were in town for a bachelorette party, and she was…read moreabsolutely amazing from start to finish. She was incredibly professional, arrived right on time, came fully prepared with everything she needed, and completely took the stress off our evening. The food was so good (honestly DELICIOUS), and on top of that, she somehow left the kitchen even cleaner than when she arrived! She was attentive, kind, and impressively patient while managing our themed dinner- even after we'd enjoyed a few glasses of wine. The entire experience felt thoughtful and seamless. You will absolutely not regret hiring her!

I recently had catering with Ashley for breakfast and dinner at a private home. Ashley was very…read moreprofessional, arrived early to make sure meals were cooked and served on time and the food tasted great. Everyone was extremely happy with both meals. The incredients tasted very fresh and addressed everyone's dietary restrictions. This is a high value service and Ashley left the kitchen cleaner that it was when she first got there. 100% would recommend and book again. Thank you!

It was beyond a pleasure working with Stacey and her team at Fire to Fork! As a wedding…read morecoordinator, it's so important to work with vendors who are reliable, professional, and truly go above and beyond. Stacey and her team far exceeded every expectation. They were incredibly professional, always willing to jump in and help even when it wasn't necessarily their responsibility, and they made the entire experience seamless. The food was absolutely delicious and guests were raving about it all night. Their customer service was phenomenal, they created such a great experience for our guests, and they maintained a clean, organized, and well-stocked work area throughout the event. I would absolutely recommend Fire to Fork to anyone looking for exceptional catering and an amazing team to work with!

Stacy & Richard best known as fire to fork. This is an…read moreincredible team, they are super kind, professional and the communication is top tier. Having worked along side Stacy for multiple events I couldn't recommend them more, from small personal get together to large corporate events these are the people you want to service your events. The food is amazing, served and displayed beautifully, the caitering serves and mannerism is just out of this world, living up to their name fire to fork. The best of the best in the 805.

Josie has been the personal chef for my clients for the past 3 years and she is PHENOMENAL!!!! Not…read moreonly is she super easy to work with, but her food is so delicious. And she knows how to cook for all types of palates, ages and appetites. My clients have an especially particular set of dietary needs and allergies that must be worked around. We have had a hard time finding a chef that knows how to adjust to those needs while keeping the food selections, fresh, delicious, and diverse, but with Josie, it's just been so easy since Day 1. They also have 2 toddlers and she always suggests healthy and fun selections for them and they LOVE it! She's also a great cooking tutor and is always happy to help and answer any and all questions. And get this...we are in Los Angeles and Josie is in Santa Barbara...but THAT is how valuable she is to us! We get her food brought down to LA from Santa Barbara. Yes. Believe it when I say Chef Josie is one of the best! When it comes to working parties and events that my clients host, once again, she makes it all so easy and her attention to detail is absolutely precise! For example...We hosted a pizza party because the house had a new wood-fired brick pizza oven installed. I discussed this with Josie, and at the time, she had never worked with wood-fired pizza ovens. However, the very next day she sent me all the information she had researched on it, and also took the initiative to find someone to show her how to work with a wood-fired pizza oven. Because of her research and initiative, she was able to show me via texting and Facetime, how to properly cure the oven a week before the party and then when it came to the actual day of the party, Josie & her assistant came down to cook and put the oven and her newfound wood-fired pizza skills to the test...and everyone LOVED it!!! The pizza was honestly some of the most delicious pizza I've had. And it's all because of the prep work Josie had done before and then when the time came, like a master at their craft, she just let her experience do the rest. And clean-up was a BREEZE!!!!! She and her awesome assistant were constantly cleaning as they were working, so by the time they had to leave, everything was already cleaned up and put away. I am SO GRATEFUL for Josie. She makes my clients very happy and that makes me extremely happy and also, my job that much easier! She is truly one of the best people you will ever work with.

Josie has been cheffing for my family for almost a decade. We absolutely LOVE her. We are self…read moreproclaimed foodies, and like healthy delicious and interesting food. She has many wonderful staples like her veggie shrimp rolls (must have)! But she is super open to trying new things. We often collaborate on the menu with Yotam Ottolenghi's Plenty being one of our favorite go to books in a pinch. Josie is a wonderful warm person and can be trusted to respect your home, family and guests. She is a real professional.

So happy we went with Louise for our private dinner. She was timely and made the best local picked…read moreand prepared dinner. It was for a 40th birthday and it was amazing. Highly recommend booking her for your next large party dinner.

Great food, super nice caterer and reasonable pricing. Guests were very pleased with the menu.read more

Vanessa Loves Food does just that --- She LOVES food, and her passion shows in her creations and in…read moreher presentation. I have the opportunity to enjoy Vanessa's food often, and feel privileged to have her located in my home town of Solvang, CA! She is world class in every way. Using only the freshest of ingredients, everything Vanessa prepares is top notch, from fancy to casual. Having tasted her Veal Tenderloin with Figs and Grapes, aka "The Perfect Dish" -- as said by Food Network's Celebrity Guest Judge, Chef Robert Irvine...I couldn't agree more! Her casual pop-ups at local spots in the Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Barbara area are incredibly fun and amazingly delicious! I'm talking Ahi Poke in Citrus avocado with wonton ribbons, Bomb A$$ grilled cheeses, Davy Brown Ale Dip smoked tri-tip sandi, Tuscan Chicken Paninis, Cubanos to die for, and yummy sides and cupcakes!! I suggest you hurry up and treat yourself to her food! Your taste buds will LOVE you for it!

I ate at Vanessa's popup twice at Fig Mtn Brew in Buellton. Both times it was amazing. Every…read moreingredient was so fresh and delicious. Everything was cooked to perfection. There were few options to choose from, but I got one of everything and loved every bite. The pork loin and ham cubano sandwich had me coming back for seconds, the potato salad was possibly the best I've ever had, and the pineapple carrot cupcake was a perfectly sweet ending to a perfect meal. I can't wait to taste what she cooks up next.

Chef Robin's food is bursting with flavor, colorful, delicious, and beautifully presented. She and…read moreher team were punctual, easy to work with, and left our kitchen in tip top condition. Most importantly helped our family celebrate a milestone we won't soon forget.

I was looking for a private chef to prepare a dinner for my daughter's 21st birthday in the Santa…read moreYnez area. It was for a party of 5. I selected Chef Robin by investigating available chefs online. I took a chance with Chef Robin and we were very pleased with our choice. Chef Robin was very friendly. Before our trip, Robin spent time with me preparing the menu, which was Mediterranean. When she arrived at the house, she came prepared. She talked with us while she cooked and she answered whatever questions we had. The appetizers of various dips and breads were delicious. The main courses of steak and shrimp and our side dishes were all perfect. She also made a cake with a cinnamon and brown butter frosting which was a fantastic ending to a wonderful meal. I highly recommend Chef Robin for your private event.

The best decision you can make is hiring Chef Chris!…read more My husband and I live on the east coast and decided to have a fourteen person immediate family only wedding in beautiful Santa Barbara. While planning a wedding across the country is no small feat, we also decided to do it on a 4 month timeline. The thing that mattered most to us was creating an intimate, relaxed, and elevated experience. My husband and I are self proclaimed foodies, so that aspect of the day was very important to us. We were so lucky the Craft House Inn referred us to Chef Chris - from our first conversation I knew he was the perfect fit for our special day. We gave him a very high level idea of what we desired but he somehow knew exactly what we wanted and needed. Everything was so fresh and he has such a deep undertanding of flavors and appreciation for quality ingredients. He was able to curate a thoughtful menu that catered to the adults and the children that were there (I've never seen my nephews and niece eat so much! Even the adults were tempted by the fresh made spaghetti and meatballs!). His expertise went beyond the plate as he was able to curate thoughtful wine pairings--another thing he took off my shoulders. Across the entire menu, each bite was spectacular. When mentioning the stress over not having a cake yet, he had the perfect suggestion, his beautiful fiancé who happens to be an incredible local baker. She did not disappoint! When I think back to that day, I really appreciate his calm, professional, and warm presence that perfectly set the tone for the evening. The food was unforgettable. We feel so honored that he took his time and energy to create such a thoughtful experience on the most important day of our lives.

Chef Chris cooked an incredible dinner for my group of friends to celebrate my birthday dinner…read more From the first email he was collaborative and responsive in helping to choose a menu that would work for all my friends tastes and preferences. On the night of the dinner he arrived promptly, was very professional and created an amazing meal that made the evening more special. The menu was seasonal and everything was perfectly prepared. The Lemon olive oil cake with Rosemary Buttercream was unique and delicious. I look forward to having another meal from Chris and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great meal and an extra special dining experience!

We attended a party at a friend's house which was catered by SB Paella…read more Service 5 stars: Chef Ben was friendly, outgoing, super attentive and helpful. An all around nice guy and a great person to have a conversation with. He gracefully handled the 50+ person party with no issues whatsoever. Food 5 stars: I had their signature Paella Mixta (Chicken, Pork, Mussels, Clams, Shrimp, Veggies, Saffron) and the Jamon Serrano (Serrano Ham) from the whole leg carving station. Super high quality ingredients, excellent taste and great presentation. Absolutely top notch! The Last Word 5 stars: All and all, this was a fun and interactive culinary experience! I would ask SB Paella to cater my party in a heartbeat and without hesitation. Highly recommended!

What a fun and unique catering option! We wanted a family style meal for our rehearsal dinner but…read morenot a buffet and SB Paella was the perfect choice. We chose four passed appetizers and a traditional paella to serve about 30 guests (including a few vegetarians) and it achieved everything we hoped for. Ben, the chef, was friendly, efficient and even packed up a few left over containers for us that came in handy over our wedding weekend! I highly recommend.

I put in an inquiry for a private chef through Santa Barbara Chef Collective and was lucky to have…read morebeen paired with Chef Aspyn. We were a group of 8 friends and 3 babies traveling to Solvang for a weekend getaway, and we wanted to enjoy a quiet, delicious meal once the babies went down for the night. Booking through Santa Barbara Chef Collective was such a breeze--simple, straightforward, and catered to all our needs. Choosing the menu was super fun as we were given so many tasty options for each course. Chef Aspyn and her sous chef Alexis (who was so fun and sweet!) arrived right on time and quickly started preparing our feast. It was so nice how they set the table so we could enjoy an al fresco twilight dinner. Not only was every course delicious, but so, so beautifully plated. They also made us cocktails and mocktails (for the pregnant ladies), and kept our wine glasses full throughout the entire evening. It was clear that these chefs are not only skilled but passionate about their craft. To top it all off, they left our kitchen spotless - even washing baby bibs which we really appreciated. This dining experience was the highlight of our trip, and we couldn't have asked for a better meal. If you're considering a personal chef, I highly recommend Chef Aspyn!

Some of the best, most creative food and baked goods. From salads to appetizers to the absolute…read morebest chocolate chip cookies I've ever had.