We had the pleasure of having Chef Rich cater a bachelorette party in Denver, and we couldn't have been more delighted with the experience. From start to finish, Chef Rich demonstrated not only his culinary expertise but also his exceptional professionalism and flexibility. Working with Chef Rich was a breeze. He was incredibly easy to communicate with, taking the time to understand our preferences and vision for the evening. He was attentive to every detail and ensured that the menu he crafted perfectly suited the occasion. What truly set Chef Rich apart was his ability to create a menu that not only catered to our diverse group but exceeded all expectations. The dishes were not only visually stunning but also burst with flavor, showcasing his dedication to using high-quality, fresh ingredients. Each course felt like a journey through culinary excellence, and it was evident that Chef Rich poured his passion for food into every dish. One of the most impressive aspects of Chef Rich's service was his seamless accommodation of various dietary restrictions within our group. He navigated these challenges effortlessly, creating dishes that were not only inclusive but exceptionally tasty for everyone, regardless of their dietary needs. It was a relief to work with a chef who not only understood the importance of catering to diverse preferences but excelled in doing so without compromising on taste or presentation. Chef Rich's presence added an extra layer of enjoyment to the bachelorette party. His friendly demeanor and genuine passion for his craft were infectious, creating an atmosphere of culinary delight that perfectly complemented the celebratory mood of the evening. Chef Rich was a blast to work with and not only delivers exquisite dishes but also goes above and beyond to ensure a seamless and enjoyable dining experience. If you're looking for a chef who can turn a meal into a memorable event, Chef Rich is the perfect choice. We are grateful for the incredible experience he provided and would highly recommend his services to anyone seeking a top-notch culinary experience. Thank you, Chef Rich, for making our bachelorette party an unforgettable and delicious celebration! read more

If I could rate more than five stars, I would! My experience with Chef Marc and Rich was nothing short of spectacular. Each dish served was like a symphony of flavors, beautifully presented and, most importantly, absolutely delicious. Every ingredient was thoughtfully chosen and cooked to perfection, a testament to his attention to detail and respect for the ingredients. Whether it was an elaborate main course or a seemingly simple appetizer, the flavors were always balanced and complementary, leaving us eagerly anticipating the next course. Their professionalism and reliability truly set them apart. The entire process, from planning the menu to executing it flawlessly, was seamless. They arrived punctually, maintained the kitchen impeccably clean, and ensured everything went according to plan. The peace of mind that came from knowing we were in such capable hands was invaluable. What I appreciated the most, though, was the level of personalization and care given. Our dietary preferences and allergies were all accommodated with ease. We were not just clients; we felt cared for and valued. I can't wait to hire them again for our next gathering. I would highly recommend their services to anyone looking for an unforgettable culinary experience. Their remarkable skills, professionalism, and genuine care make them truly the best private chefs around. read more

WOW! Just WOW! We had chef Marc prepare a 5 course meal to celebrate my husband and my 50th birthday with 10 of our closest friends. We enjoy good food and wanted to do something special for our guests. It was a PERFECT night and everything I hoped it would be! From start to finish, Marc was professional, respectful and accommodating. What a TALENTED chef! My expectations were exceeded after the very first course! The food was over the top FANTASTIC! All of our guest were blown away and raved about the meal. It was not only beautifully prepared and presented but the taste was amazing! Chef Marc brought the dinnerware and silverware which made party preparation easy. They cleaned up after dinner and my kitchen was spotless. No endless stacks of dishes to do post-party. This was a first-time dining experience with a personal chef for us and needless to say, it will not be the last! Chef Marc, not only knocked it out of the park, but he CRUSHED it! It was truly a MEMORABLE experience that none of us will soon forget! read more

Chef was an absolute gem and capstone to a weekend gathering of friends in person that have been parted for too long. There wasn't a dish missed, a request overlooked, or an inch of love and care that was missing from everything. His pork belly bao buns caused competitions to eat the last of them, and his quail dish was absolutely amazing! This chef had the knife skills for fruit carved animals at request and Hamachi sashimi. The taste pallette to create several dishes and interesting and different ban chan side dishes I had never tried before. And the smile, warmth, and passion shone through in every interaction. If you read this review and pass on this company for your next event that you want to make memorable, you are doing yourself a great disservice. I will be a life long repeat customer. read more

I cannot recommend Rich enough! Everything was PERFECT! I hired him for my boyfriend's birthday dinner and, despite a few hiccups on my part, everything went so smoothly, the food was outstanding, and the entire experience was more than I had hoped for. Rich went above and beyond after we discovered the burner was not working, ran home to grab his portable burners, and the evening went on without a glitch. We had his deep fried wings for an appetizer, which was our favorite of the evening (most agreed they were the best wings they had ever had), although that's not to say the pork tenderloin and wasabi mashed potatoes weren't also fabulous. Sadly, we are moving from Denver, otherwise I would use him again and again!! Thank you, Rich, for the perfect evening! read more

There were 12 of us renting a house in Estes Park, CO, thought it'd be a nice treat to hire a chef to cook for us - what an experience!!! From start to finish it was a great experience! He worked closely with me to plan a menu, was very flexible on dietary restrictions (GF, vegetarian), had great suggestions of how to make it special, and the whole evening was spectacular! He showed up with a smile, was very friendly, brought along a very nice woman to help serve, and the food was unbelievable! Melt-in-your-mouth delicious! My only complaint is that he couldn't stay overnight and cook us a yummy breakfast! I would highly recommend Rich and Five Star! He will exceed your expectations in every way! read more

Fivestar created a fabulous gourmet six course meal for eight people for us in Bailey CO in June. The food and service surpassed meals that we have had in any restaurant! A wonderful experience and I highly recommend them; we will definitely use them again!! They prepared everything in the kitchen of the Airbnb and left everything spotless. They were also very attentive to dietary needs and created a clever substitute to a scallop course for one guest: instead of a whole different dish, they used potato cut to the same size and shape of the scallops so I got to enjoy the sauces and flavors along with the rest of the guests. Thank you for a memorable and delicious experience :) read more

5 stars for Five Star to You!!! Rich is a clever, imaginative and all-around excellent chef, who clearly takes a lot of pride in his craft and aims to exceed all expectations. He is also a really great guy -- extremely friendly and personable. He was a pleasure to work with leading up to our brunch party, he hit a home run with the execution, and everyone really enjoyed his personality, too. Rich made a delicious cocktail to accompany an amazing meal, and was happy to bring a table + chairs when it became clear our Airbnb was lacking in that department. In short, we are all still raving about Rich, and I strongly recommend him without any reservation. read more

When you hire a private chef you naturally have high expectations. Well, Rich and team managed to blow them all out of the water, and then some. He helped us put together a multi-course custom dinner for our corporate retreat, and it was AMAZING! It was like eating at a new favorite restaurant, except instead of eating out, this once-in-a-lifetime experience came to us. I really can't say enough good things about the whole thing. If you are looking for great service and delicious food, not to mention something totally unique and unforgettable, give these guys a call. It was a once in a lifetime dinner, and our team is still talking about it. read more

Rich is amazing! My culinary expectations were blown out of the water! Not only did he accommodate my groups' vegan and gluten free restrictions, but he did it with super tasty, global cuisine that had everyone hanging around the kitchen. If you are looking for a high-end dining experience catered to exactly what YOU like to eat - Rich is your man. He was easy to get along with, incredibly accommodating, adapted to our requests throughout the event, and went out of his way to make sure we had incredible desserts. I could feel his love of cooking and serving in every delicious bite! Definitely calling him again! read more

Five Start did about as good a job as you could ever expect with a little more in reserve. This was for my wife's 50th and she historically has not been a fan of Asian foods and flavors. With Five Star having a specialty in Asian fusion and sushi this posed a small issue but, after a phone discussion with Chef Rich we came up with a menu that we felt would work. All I can say is that after the evening was over my wife declared that she is a fan and that is was one of her top dinner evenings ever. I can not recommend Chef Rich Hammons enough, he will be my first choice in all my future events. read more

I cannot say enough good things about Five Star to You. I was at an event hosted by a friend that they put on and I was very impressed so I hosted a dinner myself with Chef Rich and Chef Marc. I can certainly say they are masters of their crafts! The meal they made was very specific to what we wanted and they knocked it out of the park! Each course was exceptional and the scallops were the best I have ever had. They made everything effortless - from making the menu, cooking in your house, serving, and cleaning was all taken care of. We will certainly use Five Start to You in the future! read more

My husband and I were celebrating our 49th anniversary, and because of Covid-19, restaurants were closed. After googling private home chefs, I found Richard Hammons. He is very good at what he does. The food was absolutely delicious. We enjoyed sitting at the kitchen counte, sipping winer and talking with him as he cooked. Our meal was the same quality as we would have gotten at a five star restaurant, in the comfort of our home. We are planning on using Richard again as soon as our current crisis is over. I highly recommend him. read more

Rich did such an amazing job catering for our five day event! He was very easy to talk to, accommodated all of the dietary restrictions, and went above and beyond in every way imaginable. Each meal was prepared on time and he takes great pride in his work, and it is evident in the flavors, aromas, and presentation of every dish. I wish I had though of taking pictures of each meal to show you, but I only have one. Hire this guy! He will make sure the meals at your event are flawless! read more

We hired Rich to cater a group dinner for a bachelor party. He was able to create a unique menu that accomodated multiple allergies and restrictions and really nailed it. He was also great to work with while planning, and was able to take my very simple suggestions and turn them into something fantastic. He was also more reasonable than he had any right to be when we had to change a time at the last minute due to a delayed flight! read more

Wonderful experience! Richard was great to work with--smart, creative, enthusiastic and talented. He listened well and helped to develop a menu that worked perfectly for our group and accommodated various preferences and dietary issues. Everything was delicious and beautifully presented. He included many thoughtful touches. He arrived on time and well prepared and left the kitchen spotless. Highly, highly recommend! read more

Chef Richard was awesome! Professional, creative, and the food was so delicious and beautifully plated too. We workshopped a menu in the weeks before our event together to cater for dietary requirements. That process was really cool as he was open to ideas as well as guided me with what he thought would taste best! The whole experience from beginning to end was stress-free, professional, and fun! Thanks Richard! read more

We hired Rich for a multi-day retreat and I was so impressed by how amazing his meals were. I am vegan and we had a few people who were gluten free. He easily adapted each meal and I felt so comfortable not having to worry about getting enough to eat. He even went the extra mile to make sure I had my own vegan desert. I can't recommend him enough and will certainly hire him again for our next event. read more

Perfect name to describe our experience! He was on time, on budget, the communication was fantastic, the food even better and the presentation phenomenal! (Not to mention he left zero trace of cooking in the kitchen except for the delicious smells left after we ate) He truly knows how to give a 5-Star experience.. and to make me look like a genius for hiring him in front of my friends. So good! read more