The universe gifted an opportunity for a friends reunion in Orange County, about halfway for…read moreeveryone / home for no one. I had 2 weeks to plan dinner, one guest has food allergies and a couple preferred to NOT dine in public. I rented a house with a nice kitchen (and made sure the owner knew it was for a dinner party), but now I needed a chef. I had many referrals from local friends, but everyone they recommended were either booked or not suited for a small dinner party. With 8 days left, I did what I should have done in the first place and checked Yelp. Mint was highly rated, had excellent reviews, and seemed to do smaller events. I sent an inquiry overnight, explained what I was trying to accomplish -- hire an in-home private chef, to cater dinner for 4, and included the list of food allergies. I woke up to an email from Angela -- it was very courteous, succinct, with an attached 1-pager of pricing AND a of list items to choose in each course (4 courses / 1 item each). Folks: this is how you do business, it make as easy as possible to say yes. Nobody else I communicated with was this responsive, and this easy to work with. The type of cuisine (to me: fresh / farm to table / New American) was what everyone would enjoy, with great options in each course, and their pricing was in-the-ballpark. I replied with my choices, they sent a link to contract and pay by credit card, and we were booked/confirmed in 3 emails spanning a couple hours. [[thank you!]] Menu: * English cucumber topped with blackened shrimp whipped avocado cream cheese & microgreens * Arugula salad with blueberries, avocado goat cheese, lemon honey vinaigrette * Seared Ribeye Strip with shallot peppercorn sauce Lemon roasted broccolini, sweet potato mash * Chocolate flourless cake with fresh whipped cream & berries AND the Salted Caramel banana bread pudding with vanilla ice cream [[life hack: you CAN order 2 deserts, and yes it cost more, and f-yes it was worth it]] Day-of was flawless: Chef Jacyln arrived with everything to prepare dinner, was flexible on timing and service. The guests were drinking and chatting with her while we snacked on the first course. We sat for the salad, which was tasty and a perfect pallet cleanser. I devoured the entree and dug-deep for the self-control to NOT lick the plate. Everyone loved desert, not everyone would have loved either of the deserts, so I was pleased I opted for both (not just because I ate both). Chef Jaclyn was fun to watch and talk to, and did a masterful job of fading when were talking about something else. She made-do with the cookware/plates/etc in the AirBnB, the only thing we lacked were containers to take leftovers home (our fault!). She served us, and cleaned up (spot-less), which I wasn't expecting. The whole experience was 10/10 - I cannot wait to book and host again. Thank you Mint and Chef Jaclyn!

We hired Chef Charlie from Mint Personal Chef to cook a private dinner in our home for our 17th…read morewedding anniversary on October 25th, 2025, and the entire experience was exceptional. He created a beautifully curated menu featuring a Belgian endive salad with apple, almonds, blue cheese, honey, and mint, a flavorful curried butternut squash soup with coconut milk, pepitas, and chives, a perfectly cooked rosemary and thyme roasted chicken with honey-dijon Brussels sprouts and sweet potato mash, and the most comforting baked apple crumble with vanilla ice cream for dessert. Every dish was absolutely delicious and plated with stunning presentation. Chef Charlie even provided printed menus for each of us, adding such a thoughtful touch. Beyond the food, he was warm, conversational, and engaging--clearly putting intention and heart into every detail. We would definitely use his services again and recommend him without hesitation. A perfect anniversary dinner!

AMAZING FOOD! Liz did some of the catering for my son's 1st birthday party and everything was SO…read moreincredibly delicious. Even the non-vegans in the group were raving about her cooking! Liz was friendly and easy to communicate with. Her prices were fair and she had lots of options. I can't say enough good things about my experience with Liz and can't wait to have her cater our next party!

Liz is our personal chef who prepares meals for us every week for the past few months. She is very…read moreopen to feedback to make sure that it fits with our tastes and is conscious about supporting us to be healthier. If you're looking to get more time back in your week or cooking is not your strength then you won't regret partnering with Liz. You'll wonder how you ever survived without her. I highly recommend her services.

An Unforgettable French Dining Experience…read more If you're looking for an authentic French culinary experience without leaving Los Angeles, Guillaume (Chef G) delivers something truly special. We celebrated my husband's birthday with friends, and from the moment we arrived, Guillaume made us feel like special guests in his home. His warmth and hospitality immediately set the tone for the evening. The food was exceptional--beautifully prepared, thoughtfully presented, and absolutely delicious. But what made the evening unforgettable wasn't just the meal--it was Guillaume himself. He made everyone feel welcome, creating an experience that was as memorable as the food. This wasn't simply dinner; it was an evening of wonderful conversation, laughter, outstanding cuisine, and genuine hospitality. Our guests are still talking about it. Thank you, Guillaume, for giving us a birthday celebration we'll remember for a long time. We can't wait to return. Merci!

As someone who likes to report on grime, this is not that. It was far from that, in fact, it was…read morethe best French food I've had. We came here for my mother in law's birthday. We had the arugula salad, curry scallops, beef bourguignon, the duck breast and panna cotta. I have to say my favorites were the panna cotta and the scallops. Chef G made us feel very welcome. He was so hospitable and kind, and the atmosphere was cozy. I would 100% recommend this experience to anyone.

We recently coordinated with Chef Daniel his cooking expertise for our daughter's 30th Birthday…read moredinner. We were all amazed of the delicious food prepared by Chef Daniel and Sous Chefs. We definitely recommend Chef Daniel, delicious food and excellent service! Thank you so much Chef Daniel for an unforgettable dinner experience you provided to our guests.l! ‍

Chef Daniel recently gave me one of the most memorable experiences I've ever had. For my birthday,…read morehe prepared a custom four-course meal for my husband and me in our home, and it was truly incredible. To start, he created the most amazing charcuterie board with bacon-wrapped dates, fresh fruit, and a wonderful selection of meats and cheeses. We also enjoyed a delicious caprese salad with buttered toasted baguettes, followed by flavorful chicken masala served with rice, roasted veggies, and naan bread. For dessert, he made my favorite: yellow cake with chocolate frosting, made even more spectacular with fresh whipped cream and berries. Beyond the food, Daniel is so personable and fun--he created a warm, relaxed, and entertaining atmosphere throughout the evening. He even cleaned the kitchen afterwards, which was such a thoughtful gesture. I will never forget this experience, and I can't recommend Chef Daniel enough if you want to make your event truly special!

Chef Ronnie is amazing! My husband organized a surprise birthday dinner party for us and two of…read moreour close friends. Chef Ronnie came to our house with his assistant Lisa (I think - sorry!) and they were both just awesome. Ronnie is super down-to-earth and totally friendly. My friends and I were super obnoxious and loud and asking ridiculous questions and he seemed to have fun right along with us. Also, and maybe this should have come first, but his food was also absolutely amazing. He worked with my husband for almost two months coming up with a menu that I would love...and I did. Wow. The first course of a salad was amazing and it just got better from there to the pesto pasta, the shrimp dish, the steak and then two desserts! We were absolutely stuffed. He also left the kitchen cleaner than before he got there! I would highly recommend him. Definitely 5 stars!

Ronnie and his assistant were amazing. We had friends to dinner and I thought it would be nice not…read moreto cook or worry about anything in the kitchen, the food was excellent, he is extremely trust worthy and pleasant and we just loved him. I would work with him whenever I have a dinner party. Thank you Ronnie Highlights: carrot honey soup, pear tart

We've been working with Christine for 2 years now and our family still enjoys her food. She keeps…read morethe menu interesting and prepares all different cuisines, making it exciting for the adults and kids. We don't know how we would manage without her meals!

Sooo going to miss Private Kitchen!! It's my first time using a personal chef and it was so easy to…read morework with Christine. Her food was delicious and accommodating to my dietary needs. She also made yummy food for my kids. And she dropped it in front my door every week. Thanks so much Christine!

19 Days Later "Don't judge me if I finish this Burger in 2 minutes!"…read more I had to place another order before we hit the road...that's how good It was! Question for the Chef, what is in these pickles that taste so good? Decided to be a "Big Girl" and eat my burger with Pickles and Onion, which is a No for me lol! But I can eat It this way anytime :)

This review is based on my interaction and first order with Julian. The ordering process was made…read moresimple by Julian and was able to get my food two days later. Julian was on time for my pick-up in South Pasadena and everything was correct and no items were missing. The food is delicious and I will definitely be ordering again.

We had our Thanksgiving work Luncheon Catered by these guys and let me tell you...AmAZING! Top…read moreQuality and so delicious! The flavors were wow! Homestyle cooking and so fresh! Very professional, they came and dropped off everything warm and ready to eat and the price was just right. They even made an extra stop to pick up serving utensils last min for us. Thank you so much for your service! Great communication too! We will be back!

We have been using Patryk's services now for over a month and each week he impresses us with his…read morediverse, healthy, flavorful menu. I can't say enough about him. We especially love the spaghetti and meatballs, chicken wraps and Mediterranean dishes. :)

Chef Peter is the real deal. I contacted him to cater our firm's holiday party this year. From…read morefirst contact to the two months leading up to the event, he was responsive and kind. He worked with me on a menu and he delivered my vision. Even with extreme circumstances (another vendor broke our garage door 24 hours before the event) Chef Peter and his crew took it in stride. They were on time and hauled their heavy equipment in and got straight to work. He was basically cooking/grilling on one side of our building (back patio), having to run back forth to the interior kitchen and sink. He and his crew worked SO hard that night. They are very professional. Every plate was perfect, they cleared the tables and made sure everything was spotless when they left. I also hired Jacob the Bartender (he works with Chef Peter) and WOW! Crafted cocktails and excellent service. Every person who was late to my party was sat and had a drink in their hand in less than a few minutes. Jacob was a pleasure to work with. Great bartender. I could not ask for a better duo for the night. Also big thanks to Tomas and Erick - their waitstaff. Amazing night they pulled off. I'm a perfectionist. Type A host. I'm very particular on how I throw my parties and Chef Peter surpassed my expectations & more. My entire firm will not shutup about how amazing the food and service was. The party was a hit and I believe it was because of the food & bar. I will 100% hire this team again for future events.

Exceptional service, easy to work with and very responsive. Everything you look for in working with…read morea private chef for an event. The food and presentation were outstanding! So glad I was lucky enough to find Chef Peter. Our event couldn't have gone better!

Had a surprise private chef dinner in our home. My fiance set it up and proposed after dinner…read more Everything was amazing. Best Lobster of my life. And the citrus spring salad was so fresh. We also had HUGE scallops. Odi prepared everything right in our kitchen and me and fiance were able to just relax and enjoy our time. This is definitely luxury and such a nice experience. Much better than going to a loud and crowded restaurant. Will definitely be using his service again.

We had a BBQ and I was blown away by the food. He not only saved the day but stole my dogs heart…read moretoo. The food is amazing so juicy and tender he even used his own home made spices and condiments totally recommend for anyone looking for a good time a delicious food. 5 starts for sure