I hired Kristina for a 100 person corporate party and she was a hit! She was extremely helpful in…read morechoosing the perfect menu that fit within our budget. She made the appetizers, main dishes, sides, and desserts so I didn't have to worry about booking multiple vendors. She even set up a themed tablescape and came up with a pasta cooking experience that was fun and delicious. The food was incredible and the whole office was talking about it after the party! I've also been to an in-home dinner with Kristina as the personal chef and it was equally impressive. The food is hands down amazing and she makes it such a fun experience! She goes above and beyond and does such a nice presentation of the food. You can tell she really loves cooking and sharing it with people. I will absolutely hire her again and I refer her to anyone I can!

OMG! Just had the funnest cooking class at Niki's kitchen in Yorba Linda with Kristina and her…read morehusband. We made ravioli from scratch which were absolutely delicious! She was a great teacher and demonstrator showing us how to make the sauce as well as ricotta cheese. After everyone made their raviolis, we all got to eat a feast - so good! There was a salad, focaccia bread and tiramisu included - very fun girls night or couples night! Highly recommend Kristinas table for events as well as hosting private events in your home.

Last Saturday, my friends and I hosted a close friend's bridal shower with around 12 guests. We've…read moreseen Charcutereats' previous work and decided to pursue them due to what we thought was quality and presentation. What we got in comparison to that and the pictures displayed on their instagram account is nothing short of a bootleg version. See photos for reference even though the owner will deny and leave a comment generated by ChatGPT. 1. Quality: The two main orders were absolutely sub par and cheap. The bagel spread does not feed up to 12 as advertised and feeds more so around 5 people. We got 6 very dry bagels cut in half, one large cut tomato, maybe half an onion, maybe a quarter of a lemon and spread for maybe one and a half bagels? The ingredients were spread so flat to create an illusion that the serving plate was full. The smoked salmon that we paid extra for was a mere few slices for 3-5 individuals versus the photos that show a decent amount for "up to 12pp." The caprese pasta salad had absolutely no flavor, and was brown from the balsamic vinegar yet gave no flavor and was a mere cold pasta with bits of basel.  2. Expectation: As shown on their social media page and website, the orders come on wooden boards and wooden bowls with some decorative items. What we got instead was a hasty delivery of a flimsy and broken plastic bowl for the pasta -- that had to be thrown out upon putting it out --and a flimsy wooden plate for the lightest bagel spread we've seen that was surely not worth more than $50. 3. Communication: Upon inputting the order and the delivery day, there was no communication. We had to reach out via email and confirm the day before and was met with a different drop off/set up time than initially agreed upon when the order was inputted. We 11:45am since the party was at 12pm, and instead got forced into settling for a 10:30am slot after some back and forth. This is unprofessional for any business that is selling a service. Save yourself the hassle and money and go to Costco and get yourself what you need, because the business is apparently falling apart.

I decided to purchase my first ever charcuterie board from charcutereats as a gift to my partner…read moreand was surprised to see the quality of the board! I loved how there was so much variety within the board and it was carefully packaged and arranged. It was a kitchen where there are multiple businesses sharing a large kitchen and not really a walk in and order type of place. However, it is very easy to find parking in the lot along with ordering online.

Chef Patti is hands down the best personal chef in Orange County! We've worked with her through…read moreCook, Learn, Feast!, and I can honestly say she's been a lifesaver. She's incredible at working with a picky eater and has gone above and beyond to accommodate very specific nutritional needs without ever making it feel complicated or stressful. She's also just such an easy person to be around--warm, genuine, and truly caring about her clients. You can tell she loves what she does, and it shows in every meal she prepares. Her communication is excellent, her food is always delicious, and she puts so much heart into her work. I can't recommend her enough if you're looking for a personal chef who really listens, adapts, and delivers.

Patti, of Cook, Learn, Feast, introduced me to cooking several dishes as well as culinary…read moretechniques. She is well trained and very knowledgeable. She is also a great personal chef. I was very surprised that, after finishing my Greek Chicken, she had cleaned the kitchen. Wow! I would highly recommend her for cooking classes, personal chef duties, and general culinary services.

Lisa provided delicious meals for my Celebrity Client Jessica Alba . They were prepared with great…read moreattention to detail, fresh vegetables and efficiently delivered. Looking forward to working with her again!

I needed low salt meals for a month after surgery and Chef Lisa D prepared and delivered them to…read moreour home. She created menus based on our food preferences, packaged them with reheating instructions and delivered them along with thoroughly answering all our questions. Her fees are very reasonable and I was delighted by the variety and quality of the meals as well as the generous portions. I definitely recommend Chef Lisa D and I look forward to having her prepare and deliver meals in the future when I need a break from cooking.

We had the most memorable evening at Chef Stephanie Chinchilla's chef's table. The experience was…read moreintimate, warm, and beautifully executed from start to finish...every dish told a story and every detail felt intentional. We began with the Aji tuna on crispy rice, topped with a delicate sliver of jalapeño and crispy shallots, a perfect balance of freshness, spice, and crunch. The second course was Stefanie's famous focaccia...one sweet and one savory. The savory version featured parmesan, her homemade bread and butter, pickles from her garden, and a touch of mustard seed. The bread, made simply with flour, water, and salt, takes two to three days to create. The sweet focaccia was equally impressive, topped with brie, honey, and a guava jam made from her own garden-grown guavas... truly special. Next came the sweet potato course, made from her garden's harvest and paired with roasted pine nuts and coconut-shaved gnocchi in brown butter. The flavors were rich yet comforting, and the presentation was artistic and thoughtful. The main course... short ribs with a stunning potato gratin, was a showstopper. The short ribs were tender and deeply flavorful, garnished with delicate edible flowers from her garden, while the gratin was layered beautifully and topped with a fragrant chimichurri. Dessert was one of the best I've ever had: a sticky toffee date cake with a caramel apple sauce made from apples in her garden, served with raw cream vanilla bean ice cream. The balance of warmth, sweetness, and texture was perfection. The wine pairings, thoughtfully curated by Oscar from Sequoia Grove Winery, elevated the entire experience, from the velvety Merlot to the bold Cabernet, every sip complemented the food flawlessly. What makes Chef Stefanie so special is her warmth and authenticity. She shares her passion for food and where it comes from in a way that's engaging and educational, never pretentious. She spends time presenting each dish beautifully, with an artist's eye and a chef's heart. Her artistry, attention to detail, and genuine love for her craft come through in every course. I'll absolutely be attending her future chef's table events, a beautiful evening of intentional cooking, soulful flavors, and gracious hospitality.

I can't speak highly enough of the incredible experiences we've had with Stephanie Chinchilla. She…read morecatered our daughter's graduation party, she catered an intimate COVID birthday dinner, and we've taken several cooking classes from her over the years. For Christmas one year, my husband gave me the gift of her recipes. Every experience is top-drawer, from the incredible food, the personal touches, the elegant yet casual atmosphere she creates around every event. Her entire staff has been wonderful. After every event, people flock to us and ask for her number. She's Orange County's number one best kept culinary secret.

Hands down the best charcuterie catering we've ever tried! We received a beautiful fruit platter…read morewith a huge assortment of delicious fruits. We will definitely be catering from Basil & Pine for future events and recommend this business to anyone looking to elevate any upcoming events!

I got this stunning fruit board from Basil & Pine for my mom and she absolutely loved it!!read more

I ordered an ube flan cake for my birthday dinner party. it was a great addition to my mermaid…read moretheme, in color and in taste! the flan was silky, yet firm while the ube cake portion was soft and fluffy -- like a japanese cloud cake. it was delicious, yet not too sweet. it went perfectly with my dessert spread of pandan crinkle cookies and ube butter mochi. I even gave a slice to my picky parents and they loved it! I'm so glad I picked this place to cater my birthday cake. it was easy to order through text and pick up was easy, with plenty of parking. chef Kristie is talented and sweet. she let me do my pick up order on her day off, AND she came out in a purple outfit that matched the ube flan cake. even if it was a coincidence, what attention to detail!! I love ube, so I'll definitely try some of her other catering items. she really knows what she's doing

We were looking for a specific aesthetic + flavor combination for our wedding cake and stumbled…read moreupon Kryssie's page. The entire process was so seamless from start to finish -- and when you're planning a wedding or an event, that's exactly what you want. We sent her an inquiry and inspo photos, Kryssie responded promptly letting us know what she could do, and gave us instructions for pickup on the day of. We were blown away! The cake was everything we wanted and completed our big day, and it was DELICIOUS. We got the ube cake with brown butter cream cheese frosting. Yum yum yum. We served my family this cake and they all loved it as well. We will continue ordering from her for all of our events. Thank you Kryssie!!

Caring Cuisine has a weekly menu with good healthy options and variety. We have become regular…read morecustomers and love the convenience of having fresh, ready-to-eat salads with delicious dressing. The salads are a nice addition to any of our dinners. When salad is served as a side dish, one salad can easily serve 3. Also, the homemade healthy soups are tasty and filling. Many menu items are available either as a bowl or a wrap. The brownies are moist and a special treat. We love that our order is delivered weekly. Definitely recommend!

Caring Cuisine is a personalized on-the-go menu for people who lead busy lives. They offer the most…read moredelicious, home cooked, comfort foods - including both entree's & side dishes, that will keep you away from the Fast Food Frenzy that calls to our weaker side. They have so many options, with a menu that changes from week to week, adding new items all the time. You can choose from organic, vegetarian, gluten free, or choose from the popular commercial favorites, too! Order on-line or via text message. Delivery options available in the South Bay area. Give them a try!