Before booking Elisa's Catering for our wedding, they came highly recommended by our venue…read moreowner--and they exceeded every expectation. From our very first conversation with Juan, we knew we were in great hands. Having exceptional and memorable food was one of our highest priorities, and we wanted to ensure we were serving our loved ones something we genuinely loved ourselves. We scheduled a tasting, and immediately we were blown away. It became clear that we wanted Juan and his team to be part of our wedding day. My husband and I have said countless times that we wish Juan had his own restaurant so we could enjoy his incredible food more often. The food received rave reviews from our guests, and we heard countless compliments throughout the evening and days after about how delicious everything was. Beyond the outstanding cuisine, Juan and his team were efficient, professional, and genuinely kind. The setup was seamless, beautifully executed, and contributed greatly to the overall experience. We are still in awe of how perfectly everything came together and are incredibly grateful to Juan and the entire Elisa's Catering team for helping make our wedding so special. We wholeheartedly recommend Elisa's Catering to anyone looking for exceptional food and outstanding service. We look forward to working with them again for future events and cannot thank them enough for the unforgettable experience they provided!

We found Juan from Elisa's Catering early in our wedding planning process. Juan is one of those…read morelow-key hidden gems my wife found on reddit. We interviewed with a bunch of caterers and tried a handful. We ended up with Juan because of 3 factors. As a foodie couple, we wanted to put emphasis on food for our wedding and Juan had some delicious food. Juan was super easy to work with. Juan was a one-stop-shop that also helped with rentals, linen and bartending. We contracted with Juan a year out from the big day. We're glad we did because the caterer is one of the big puzzle piece of the wedding. So how was working with Juan? Juan is super busy on weekends, and you'll have way better luck getting a hold of him middle of the week. Juan is also a "getting to yes" kind of person, a problem solver. Our venue had a few surprises that ultimately made the caterer team's job a bit tricky. We watched Juan work the problem. He never lost sight of his goal, make the food happen for our big day. Some of these issues would have been show-stoppers for any other caterers but Juan remained commited to making it happen. Ok, so how was the food? Soooo goooood. We were looking forward to the food even before our wedding. Our guests would let us know how good the food was, and then let us know they enjoyed our wedding...in that order... There were a few special items we wanted at our wedding that Juan didn't have on his menu. He was open to working with us on those items and they turned out great! All in all, Juan from Elisa's Catering was one of our top 3 best decisions we have made during our wedding planning phase. He brought the food and made a lot of things happen during the big day. We highly recommend giving Juan a serious look for your catering needs.

Our son enjoyed learning how to make Backyard Burgers & homemade condiments. He enjoyed it so much…read moreas did mom & dad (a few hours of free time). He has also been more helpful and interested in his kitchen at home which is great. In short Jarrod was extremely patient with our son. Giving him the confidence to venture out and learn new things. Mom is so proud & thankful that I just signed our son up for 2 more upcoming classes. Highly recommend it is worth every penny!!!

This is a great cooking school for kids! They have two adults to a maximum of 8 kids. My son…read moreattended the focaccia and soups class. He learned cutting technique with knives and they sampled and used a variety of spices. They learn about the different ingredients that they are using, what their purpose is and how to prepare them. They bring home the recipes as well as a sample of what they cooked. The instructors are very good with the kids and keep the class interesting. If you are looking for a smaller cooking class for your child with lots of great instruction then I would recommend coming here.

My wife and I took a cooking class with Douglas last night to celebrate our anniversary. We…read moreattended a class that had 6 people; all good friends of ours. Everyone attending had different levels of cooking skills, and all of us walked away with insightful learnings! Douglas taught us everything from essential kitchen tools to own; the importance and techniques of toasting spices; how to stage and time the preparation of an incredible dinner menu; how to prepare and cook restaurant worthy meats, and more! As a group, we were involved in all stages of cooking an incredible meal: pork tenderloin with peppered apples, creamy mashed potatoes, brocolini, green salad, and ginger cake with caramel sauce. With the wine that we all brought, this was an amazing feast! If you are looking to improve your cooking and entertaining skills, one of Douglas's cooking classes is a must attend! In less than 24 hours, I have spoken to numerous friends about this, and everyone wants to check out his classes now. This is a win-win for everyone; the idea of hosting an incredible dinner party is no longer an intimidating thought -- Douglas, you will be seeing us again! Thanks for a great class.

We just enjoyed a wonderful evening with Douglas at his home, learning to cook some delicious food!…read more I was given this cooking class as a birthday gift and really wasn't sure what to expect (I tend to see cooking as a bit of a chore) but the evening was just so easy and fun that we had a great time in this beautiful space! Douglas is a very knowledgeable and laid-back chef who can easily move between instruction, casual conversation, and describing the intricacies of why it's always best to do this or that in the kitchen. Plus the others who cooked/dined with us were a lively bunch we're glad to have met! I would highly recommend working with Douglas in any capacity, maybe even as a birthday gift as was my experience ;-)

The teacher was so knowledgeable and explained the various spices in Indian cooking. We also tasted…read morethe spices as well; many were new to us. The food was as so flavorful and she was able to adjust the spice level to our level. We learned new cooking techniques as well and would definitely recommend her as a cooking teacher and specialist in Indian cooking. We booked a private class and would definitely do that again.

Excellent experience! Highly recommended! Such a fun,…read moreinformative, engaging, intimate and accessible Indian cooking experience. We've tried out the recipes and dishes a few times after the class and the results were delicious!

Ayako was wonderful. She is very nice and answered all our questions. I went to the Japanese lunch…read moreclass, there were 3 of us in the class. The food was very homey, and I mean it in a good way. Prepping/cooking runs for ~2 hours and we ate for the 3rd hour. Food was delicious and healthy. Also prices are half what Le Cordon Bleu charges and she graduated from there. So it's like taking a Le Cordon Bleu, but paying half the amount. When it comes to food, I've been told that I have high standards and I say it's good. I'm going to see if I can attend her Brazilian and French classes. Highly recommend!

I recently had the pleasure of attending Ayako's Brazilian cooking class while I was visiting San…read moreFransisco with my husband during a work conference. I wanted to fill my days with some fun activities during the days my husband was away at the conference. I found Ayako's cooking class and knew it would be something fun and different from anything I have back home. Ayako was incredibly nice and inviting! She offered me slippers, an apron, and printed copies of the recipes we prepared. We cooked together and chatted along the way about different things to do in the city and food, of course. I learned some simple techniques for cutting vegetables I hadn't known before and I cook quite frequently at home. The food, conversation, and atmosphere could be beat! I would love to attend another one of Ayako's classes when I return to the city.

With my sister back in town, my mom booked a mooncake workshop class for us to have some mother…read moredaughter time!! Miggi was such a friendly and welcoming teacher- and the workshop was easy to follow. I'm going to be keeping track of her next classes to learn the next one!! We also learned how to make black pepper pork buns, which was our lunch :D

A fun, interactive, and incredibly well done "Travel Around the World" Smart Cooking and Wine…read morePairing Event. My team and I had an amazing experience at Miggi's Kitchen. We learned to cook with the Thermomix while working in teams at different stations, preparing dishes from around the world. It was hands-on, interactive, and a lot of fun - every dish turned out delicious. Miggi is a fantastic teacher: clear, detailed, confident, and incredibly knowledgeable. She explains techniques in a way that's easy to understand, and we all walked away genuinely better cooks. We also paired the experience with wine tasting and learned how to taste and appreciate wine properly, which made the evening even more memorable. On top of that, Miggi's fun, warm personality really brings the whole experience together. My office team loved it and is still talking about it. Highly recommend for team events or anyone looking for a unique, engaging culinary experience.

We attended a private party in Pleasant Hill last night that was catered by Chef Vanessa and her…read moreteam. It was Mediterranean heavy apps and every single thing was absolutely delicious. The food was talked about all night! Somehow it got even better by desserts! We plan to use Chef Vanessa when we are in need of a caterer.

Chef Vanessa is amazing!!!! She has been cooking for us weekly for a few months and I cannot say…read moreenough good things about her services. She makes the most delicious food and she is such a pleasure to have over. She loves our puppy as if he were her own . Her meals are so affordable. I am saving so much money with her fresh delicious meals compared to when I was using door dash every night. Book with her immediately!!!

Can't say enough great things about the Paella Boys. Most importantly the food was amazing. Each of…read morethe types of paella; chicken and pork, seafood, and vegetable were all delicious and big hits with our guests. But they were also very accommodating setting up and serving despite some inconveniences caused by the venue. Great guys, highly recommend.

We hired the paella boys for a bridal shower. It was a HIT! Food was amazing. Paella is such a fun…read moredish because it's a whole experience, the cooking alone is a show! They didn't disappoint. We had the seafood and vegetarian paella. The flavor was out of this world! We also had them make a delicious sangria, and side salad!!! Highly recommend to go with your paella. They were on time, personable, amazing cooks, great for any large gathering!