Dining this exceptional is an experience worth having. Not only was the food absolutely amazing, which was a Latin American fusion experience complete with surf and turf and an out of this world Keylime pie, but we were able to enjoy each other's company in our own backyard. Simply amazing. The entire staff that came out was just great! Something our family will remember forever! read more

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I recently had the pleasure of hiring Chef Tony for my medical school graduation house party, and I can't express enough how incredibly impressed I was with his culinary skills and the overall dining experience he provided. From the moment he arrived until the final bite, Chef Tony's talent and passion for food shone through in every dish he prepared. The Mexican Corn Salad was an absolute revelation. The vibrant colors and fresh ingredients made it a visual delight, and the combination of flavors left me craving for more. What a star dish! The balance of sweet & tangy was simply divine. Similar goes for the ceviche shots! It was undoubtedly a delightful start to an extraordinary culinary journey. Next up was the Lobster Bisque, and words fail to capture its richness and depth of flavor. The velvety texture was a personal favorite and was added after a menu-tasting session with Chef Tony. It goes to show that he takes clients' opinions seriously! Each spoonful was like a symphony of taste, leaving me in awe of Chef Tony's expertise in creating such a heavenly soup. Then came the pièce de résistance--the Ribeye steak with lobster tail, Creamed spanich, mac n cheese, with chimichurri sauce. The perfectly cooked sous vide Ribeye steak, tender and bursting with succulent flavors, paired beautifully with the luscious lobster tail. The combination was pure indulgence and a true testament to Chef Tony's skill in elevating classic dishes to extraordinary heights. I had halal guests, so Chef Tony made sure to source the meat from Halal markets. One of them reported that this is the best steak of his life. And let's not forget the mac n cheese--it was the ultimate comfort food, with its creamy, cheesy goodness providing the perfect complement to the main course. One guest licked the plate :) Lastly, the Tres Leches cake was a delightful finale to this remarkable culinary journey. Moist, decadent, and infused with just the right amount of sweetness, it was an absolute delight for the senses. The rum-rubbed berries were an absolutely fantastic touch, and alcohol versions were prepared specially for our Halal guests. Chef Tony's attention to detail in crafting such a perfect dessert was evident, and it was the ideal ending to an unforgettable dining experience. Beyond the phenomenal food, Chef Tony's professionalism and attention to detail were truly commendable. He was punctual and organized and ensured that each dish was presented beautifully. He arrived 7 hours early and spent the whole day preparing. His warm and friendly demeanor added to the overall enjoyment of the event, and his passion for his craft was contagious. If you're searching for an exceptional private chef who can transform your event into a gastronomic adventure, Chef Tony is the perfect choice. His culinary expertise, creativity, and dedication to providing an unforgettable dining experience are unparalleled. I wholeheartedly recommend Chef Tony to anyone looking to add that extra touch of magic to their special occasions. Thank you, Chef Tony, for making my medical school graduation party an extraordinary and memorable event. Your talent and passion for cooking truly shine through, and I look forward to experiencing your exceptional cuisine again in the future. read more

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We decided to hire a private chef for a small dinner party for my husband's 40th birthday. We spoke with several chefs and hired Chef Tony. From the very beginning he was attentive and responsive to our ideas. We loved his menus and being able to pick and choose my husband's favorites. We booked him about 2 months in advance and he arrived 4 hours before the start of our dinner to prepare everything. We chose a lobster bisque, a spinach salad, baked artichoke heart, steak & lobster, and Peruvian crème brûlée for dessert. Everything was PHENOMENAL and everyone raved about the dinner. On top of the delicious food, Chef Tony was friendly, professional and just a joy to be around. We will never forget my husbands 40th birthday and the amazing meal prepared by Chef Tony. Thanks a million! read more

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Service- 5 stars Food - 5 stars Menu - Peruvian Booking, communication and experience was all superb. Chef Tony is very personable and professional. Everyone gathered to celebrate my 40th birthday had a great time and memorable dinner experience. We loved the fire show. All the flavors were mouth watering. Highly recommended for big gatherings at the convenience of your own home or Airbnb as we did. Our kitchen was left more clean than how it looked before. read more

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Chef Tony is amazing! Came out to Palm Springs and cooked up a delicious meal for us! Seafood paella! He was courteous. Responsive and just a good guy all around. read more

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Chief Tony and his team came out to Palm Springs and created an amazing birthday dinner for my group. Dinner and presentation were exquisite from beginning to end. Everyone in the group was blown away. To start we had a California Twist on Bruschetta... AMAZIING. Next were the entrees: garlic pasta, a salmon dish, and chicken piccata... OMG, I couldn't even pick a favorite. Each was just as amazing as the one before... and you KNOW I definitely had a sample of each. (who wouldn't?) Dessert was a berries with mint and homemade whipped cream (who even does this?) dish... its was the perfect ending to an already fantastic meal. Everything was fresh and made with the utmost precision. Perfect dinner from beginning to end. And Tony and his team were so delightful... a plus! read more

I booked Tony last month for my birthday. It was a private dinner experience for me and 9 other friends. It was the unique and fun experience I was looking for to make this year's birthday memorable. Tony drove to the Air BnB and brought all the groceries needed. He and his assistant created and plated an amazing 4 course meal. Prior to the dinner, Tony took the time to brainstorm weeks in advance with me and created the perfect menu. He made sure to ask about any allergies or diet restrictions within my group prior to finalizing our menu. During dinner, both Tony and his assistant went the extra mile and even created beverages for us while we waited in-between courses. I highly recommend booking him for your next event! Oh and a huge plus, they do all the prep work AND the cleaning! All I and my friends had to do was show up and eat! read more

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I hired Chef Tony to cook for my wife and me for her 30th birthday. She was almost 9 months pregnant at the time, so staying home for brunch was the best option. Tony was the absolute best chef I could ask for such an occasion. He was very thoughtful with the ingredients to make sure they were safe for her to eat. In the 2 weeks leading up to the event, we exchanged emails several times and spoke on the phone a couple more. He was super receptive to my opinions and created a menu and atmosphere that perfectly fit the occasion. Chef Tony is worth every cent. Having such a knowledgeable, kind, and skilled chef prepare our brunch was worth a million times more than just going to a restaurant. This was truly an unforgettable experience! I would certainly book him again! read more

I hired Chef Tony for a birthday dinner party for my husband. Tony and his assistant Alex did not disappoint. From our first phone call I knew Tony would be easy to work with. He provided 4 menu choices but was very amenable to changes. I decided on the Peruvian menu and it was fabulous!!!! The lomo saltano was unbelievably delicious as were all of the other dishes. And the flame show was a lot of fun! All of the guests were blown away by how amazing the food was. I give Chef Tony the highest rating possible. He arrived with plenty of time, prepared everything on the premises, served, cleaned up and for me as a hostess it was effortless. I will definitely use him again!!!! read more

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Chef Tony's overall personality was amazing. He listened to my request. He was patient. He was very informative during the entire process from choosing our menu and throughout execution. He really created a fun experience for my family and I. It was truly something my family will remember. Thank you Chef Tony read more

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Antonio was very professional to work with from the very beginning. He was very thorough about the information and was very gracious about customizing a menu for my friends and I, and was happy to make some exception/add ons with no problems. Antonio showed up on time and prepared as well as meticulous with sanitizing and safety. He was very attentive to my friends and I throughout the entire time. We felt like we had a 5 star restaurant service in the comforts of our own home! The Octopus appetizer was absolutely suburb!! Delicious, well-cooked and out of this world! I'm so glad we added it to the menu! It was a hit and I'm still thinking about it! Everything was so delicious and loved that they served us with such beautiful presentation. We enjoyed all of the wonderful food and he was so wonderful answering all of our questions about the prep that went into each dish! You could clearly taste the hard work and talent he put into each one of his recipes. I recommend Antonio and his company for the specialized and personal service we received as well as the wonderful food! I cannot wait to try more of his dishes. Thank you again Antonio read more

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Chef Tony prepared a dinner for a 10 person party. Definitely a great selection of food on the menu and it was cooked to perfection! Would definitely recommend. read more

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Tony and his crew are amazing. I have him come To events at least 2-3 times a year! His food is amazing and he makes sure you are fully taken care of! I can't wait to have him again!!!!!! read more

Chef Antonio and his team prepared an amazing culinary experience for my New Year's Eve party. From the start, communication was great, he helped customize the menu and the day of he took care of everything so I could just enjoy the party. The food was incredible and all my guests were excited to try the different courses. Highly recommended and will definitely use again in the future! read more

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Cali-Dining is nothing short of amazing for a personal chef experience. I have had the opportunity to experience Cal-Dining for several events, and it was nothing short of AMAZING! I would highly recommend them for any special events you have coming up. I can't wait to have their service again! read more

Chef Tony is THE MAN! My girlfriend surprised me with a personal chef for an intimate birthday dinner with close friends and boy, did Chef Tony BRING IT! His Lomo Saltado blew me away, especially because it came with a nice little "wok fire show" in our back patio. The food and presentation were all top notch. And according to my girlfriend, his rates were fair (and not outrageous like some other chefs she looked into). Not to mention, as a person, Tony's charisma and infectious smile filled the night with such positive energy, it's still one of the best nights I've had in a long while. Definitely hire Chef Tony! You'll have a blast! read more

We were a group of ten traveling to celebrate the New Year in Indio/Palm Springs. Chef Tony was wonderful to work with as far as providing us various options for our menu. Our dining room table was set up beautifully and the food was all fabulous. Chef Tony and his assistant left everything immaculately and we even had a few leftovers for the next day. I would not hesitate to book with Chef Tony. Thank you! read more

Chef Tony was a blast! I had him as a surprise dinner party for my Bachelorette party and everyone loved the food and him! I ended up doing a 5 course menu because every thing sounded delicious. The menu I went with was Peruvian. Everything was spectacular! We even bonded with him and got to know him personally. Absolutely recommend him! read more

Chef Tony is the best! He came out to big bear to cook for our 12 person bachelorette party and everything was perfect. He worked with us to create an amazing menu (including a delicious speciality cocktail) and cooked and coursed out our 4 course meal perfectly. He went above and beyond setting a beautiful table, designed and printed menus for each guest, came out and explained each dish, AND took care of all the cleaning by himself! Not only was the food AWESOME but Chef Tony's service was the best. He was such a great energy to have there with us and he was so flexible with every request, accommodating each person's dietary restrictions (gluten free, vegetarian, etc). I can't recommend him and Cali Dining enough! Book them for your next dinner party. read more

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My friends and I had the pleasure of experiencing the one and only Chef Tony when we did a staycation and he came to our rental home. It was the first time ever (for everyone) to experience a chef coming to us and providing us with truly the absolute BEST time and food we've ever had! Chef Tony is beyond gifted and gave us all an experience that was beyond our expectations. The food he cooked for us (both lunch and dinner) was mind blowing delicious!! His personality too, was so warm and friendly it felt like he became one in our group for the day. I can't stress enough how amazing he is and HIGHLY RECOMMEND his services! I promise, you will not be disappointed whatsoever. read more

Chef Tony and his crew were fantastic! From first reaching out, Chef Tony was thoughtful, kind and responsive. We collaborated on the menu, and he was very creative & inventive for some of the dietary choices we threw at him. Everything was 5-star, starting with his approach, treating our home kitchen like it was his own, extremely professional. His crew person Yeneth was on top of things, very helpful, especially with the dinner service, they made a great team. We normally would do our own cooking, but in this case we wanted to host in our home but go beyond getting takeout - hiring Chef Tony was a great decision and we were very happy. Would highly recommend!! read more

Chef Tony made my best friend's bachelorette party an unforgettable experience!! He went above and beyond to curate the perfect meal for us starting with the perfect cocktails all the way through to the most delicious desserts. I would absolutely recommend him for any special occasion! read more

Chef Tony did a wonderful job for my bachelorette party. He was timely and entertaining during his pasta demo. We all got a chance to make pasta dough and he showed us how to go from dough to finish product. Everything was from scratch. Fresh tiramisu, kale salad, cheese and meat board, ect, Would highly recommend to family and friends! read more