Hello, We were…read morelucky enough to find Chef Jason for a friend's get together in San Diego. The evening exceeded any and every expectation we had. We started with a white fish scallop ceviche followed by a farro pea arugula salad and then scallop risotto with chicken and brussel sprouts. The whole evening was 5 STAR!!! and Chef Jason was awesome. He was extremely professional but fun at the same time. He was focused on the task at hand while engaging our group and contributing to the conversation. In short when the opportunity to have Chef Jason returns we will be calling him again. It was the perfect start to a perfect evening which set the tone for the whole weekend. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU Chef Jason. We feel like we got lucky finding you and hope you enjoyed us as much as we enjoyed you and the food which was A+++++++++. www.FlavorAffinity.com or FlavorAffinity on Instrgram. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

Booked Jason this past weekend for a private catering super last minute. He was extremely…read moreaccommodating and helpful throughout the planning process since I really didn't have a set direction in mind. We only had a few days to prepared for a group of 30+ but he made the experience very easy on my end. We worked together to come up with a menu suitable for buffet style dining. He was communicative and helped take the stress off me planning for a big group with such short notice! As you can see I was so busy day of worrying about our party that I didn't even get photos except 1 starter but it was delicious!

Susan & The Burbank Caterers recently provided meal service for my wife's student film production…read more It was a three day shoot, filled with very busy days, and very hungry people by lunchtime! We couldn't have been happier with how our food service turned out. Susan was GREAT from start to finish, working closely with us to develop menus for the three days that would not only keep our hard working cast & crew happy, but fit within our very modest student budget....which included the need for both gluten free and vegetarian options. They were already booked solid on what was the second day of our shoot, but Susan figured it out, crafting a menu that could be delivered to the set early and still seem fresh & tasty a few hours later. We got some great feedback from the crew on the taste of the food, and they were also really happy that it was healthy and freshly prepared. High marks! Here's the thing. From the first phone call I had with Susan (About 8am, the morning after we submitted a request for services at 10pm...at best, other caterers responded a full day or two later) she made us feel like she WANTED to work with us. That we were important. That we were getting the same amount of attention as any other production, though we were operating with a fraction of the budget. Makes a big difference to not feel like you're inconveniencing someone with your little student film request, or that they were doing you a favor, y'know? Susan was the polar opposite of that...all positivity through and through. For those in the filmmaking industry, you know partnerships are really important. You can't do everything yourself, and being able to trust others makes all the difference in the world. You can trust Susan to be a catering partner for your production (or for any other event, I imagine). Go with her and I guarantee you'll be really happy! For our next film, The Burbank Caterers are going to be the only ones we call.

Susan has moved south to the San Diego area and I was so bummed when I learned that after needing a…read moregood caterer for an upcoming VIP client shoot. Lucky San Diego! Book her, you won't regret it.

It was genuinely such a pleasure to work with the Flavor Chef Catering team for our wedding earlier…read morethis year. Throughout the process, we communicated primarily with Madison, who was always kind, thoughtful, and professional during our interactions. Based on our research of catering teams in the northern San Diego County area, we were already leaning towards Flavor Chef based on their reasonable prices and menu. The team was able to fit us in at the last minute for a tasting, which is what truly sealed the deal. Everything we tasted was delectable, but more importantly, the team treated us with kindness and respect. Chef Derek explained every detail of the dishes and was incredibly accommodating if we wanted to tweak anything. For example, we had a few vegetarians and vegans attending the wedding, and the team was able to make about 10-15% of the appetizers (pork belly bao buns, bacon-wrapped dates, and poke crisps) suitable for these attendees. We also wanted the citrus flavor of the salmon to be stronger, so the team made a note to add more squeezed Valencia orange and to add more citrus-infused oil on top of the salmon. Our guests also raved about our food on the wedding day. Among the standouts were the bacon-wrapped dates, citrus risotto, and beef short-ribs. Several people went back for seconds. One of our guests wrote in our wedding album, "the food was actually good!" He later told us that he had been to plenty of weddings where the food fell short. He said what stood out about our buffet menu was that the ingredients were simple and locally sourced but expertly crafted and incredibly flavorful. We also had a goal of mango sticky rice as one of our desserts, which a family friend was helping us with. Even though the Flavor Chef team was not directly involved in this dessert, they were willing to cut all the mangoes fresh on site for no extra charge to make sure the mangoes didn't oxidize before dessert time, which we were incredibly grateful for. We also rented dishes and utensils from Flavor Chef at a more competitive rate than was being offered by the venue's recommended rental company. Flavor Chef also included vendor meals for a fraction of the price of the buffet meal, which really helped us with our budget. At every step of our interactions with Flavor Chef, we felt the team went above and beyond to make our day as special and memorable as possible. We would highly recommend Flavor Chef to anybody considering them for their special event. The quality of the food and the kindness of the staff speak for themselves!

Amazing experience with Chef Diego, who came early to set up and cater our small dinner party…read more Planning the menu was very easy and Flavor Chef folks were super responsive. We had not anticipated such an amazing experience given it was for a small dinner party (10 ppl) versus a big event like a wedding or retirement party. The appetizers were amazing and dinner was perfect. We will definitely be coming back for any future needs. Everyone in our dinner party loved the food and the experience. Basically, we are all super fans!

Jillian is incredible!!!! Jillian customized the menu and cooked everything to perfection…read more Exquisite!

Chef Jillian Fae provided the most incredible dining experience of my life. Even before she…read morearrived, the amount of intricate detail that went into our menu proposal. It means a lot when a chef really cares about what they do. Now... the food... almost indescribable how impeccable it was. We cut the filet mignon with a butter knife and it melted in our mouths. My favorite moment was the creme brulee in a fresh cold peach with a cherry compote crumble... chef jillian, i will not stop thinking about this experience until we see you next time. Thank you.

Chef Trevor made our family's special "night-in", he nailed it!--from serious cooking chops and…read morerepertoire, gorgeous presentations, the perfect amount of interaction with us ranging from invisible to engaged, to immaculate clean up. Who needs to go to a 5 star restaurant when you can stay home, and for a much more reasonable price. Thank you so much Trevor, it was a wonderful experience and we will certainly be keeping you in our little black book. Appetizers: Arancini Di Riso with wild mushrooms/fontina/fresh herb aioli (yum!) Crispy Deviled Eggs with pancetta/yolk filling/chives (fun!) Proscuitto Crostini with burrata/grilled stone fruit/balsamic reduction/basil First: Lobster Gnocchi lobster/ricotta/fennel lobster cream/fresh peas (yum!) Second: Pan seared Ribeye with with herb crust/asparagus/whipped horseradish potatoes (my favorite, perfectly done) Third: Cinnamon Apple Galette with salted caramel glaze/vanilla gelato

I am writing this review because I couldn't be anymore pleased with Trevors professionalism and…read moredelicious food! Having a baby during covid has been tough and bc of that we aren't ready to go to any restaurants any time soon. This lead us to hire Trevor as our private chef..we desperately needed to get a little taste of the normal life and wanted a fun way to celebrate our little girl with our family. and OH MY goodness we are so happy we were referred to him! We planned a brunch with 10 family members. This was the first time everyone met our girl so professional photos were taken, and man we are so happy we snapped some pics of the amazing food! Such fun memories! Trevor came in well equipped and went to work! He prepared all my favorites and they were delicious! Crab cake eggs benedict, potatoes, bacon wrapped dates and more. He was very professional and fun! He had appetizers ready to go and had them out while he finished the rest of the meal. I've already recommended him to friends and family.. it's nice to have restaurant quality food without going to the restaurant. Thank you Trevor for making our special day with our baby girl even more perfect! Can't wait for our next brunch or dinner party

Chef Dk Catering is awesome. I called them with a last minute need and luckily they could fit us…read morein. Dave is a pleasure to work with, he is easy going but professional, knowledgable but budget conscious, and always has a smile. Dave's team was professional, they interacted with our guests well, cleaned up after the event was over, and served great great food. I tried their food at an event before ours and really enjoyed the offerings, Dave knew I was going to be at the event and that some of my guests would be too and so he varied the menu so there would be no duplication. We had hand passed appetizers and my guests couldn't get enough of them. They also handled the bar for us. Thank you! I would definitely recommend Chef Dk Catering.

Chef DK catered our wedding in July, and with the aid of Sean, his executive sous chef, did a…read morefantastic job. He is a straight shooter without much fluff to his game and is responsive to the same in return. Don't be afraid to tell him what you want, and you'll be happy with the result. We gave him our wants and needs, gave him our budget, and he hit it out of the park. The hors d'oeurves were top notch, custom cocktails were a hit, and the proteins to our main course were perfect (he also has his own butcher shop - nice perk). Sean and his team were also on point all night and made sure throughout that our desires were met. Excellent service. Professional people all in all, and you can trust that you're in good hands and get back to the party. Thanks, Chef.

Absolutely everything went seamlessly with one of the most professional caterers I've ever met in…read morethe business! Her food is gorgeous, her demeanor is stellar, her calm while at work for you is outstanding as well! As a former owner of a catering business in New York, the Hamptons , Florida and California. I am very particular about who I want now that I'm retired. I cannot sing her praises loudly enough because it's very difficult to find somebody this professional with such outstanding fare! Also her servers wonderful, energetic and knowledgeable. I am happy to speak to anybody directly on the phone to relay my experience, Should they like to know ! 1 million thanks to Eduarda and her team!

I sought catering recommendations on NextDoor, which led me to Eduarda. I instantly knew she was a…read moreperfect match. She was so professional, had so many wonderful suggestions, answered questions promptly (so important in the early stages), presented a clear and concise estimate, and offered advice about place settings, etc. I was also able to hire her amazing servers! Eduarda has a very elegant, European way about her. She is originally from Lisbon. The party was a smashing success. Everything was laid out promptly at the desired (even though ihad to change the time the day of the event by 30 minutes). Eduarda is very flexible and really works with her clientele and really listens. I always felt that everything was created especially for my party. Do you get the idea of my satisfaction level yet? The servers turned out to be the most enchanting duo and my guests all loved them! Eduarda helped to make my party unforgettable and I'm so grateful. She made it perfect and stressless for me. She caters small dinner parties too. I've already had one and I can't wait to have more. OH and the food was absolutely delicious!!

If I could give Chef Yoann 10 stars I would. Chef is an amazing person and the epitome of…read moreprofessional and personable. Chef is someone I would recommend to the nth degree for any at home hosting or entertainment accompanying a professional French inspired cuisine. Chef Yoann is friendly and his food is Luxury meets the highest quality paired with care and deep knowledge -- the very best concoction imaginable. I will hire Chef Yoann again and give his highest praise to others.

We have had the pleasure of enjoying exquisite dinners prepared and presented by Personal Chef…read moreYoann Taboyan (chef@yoanntaboyan.com) twice for milestone occasions. Each time, Chef Yoann delighted us and all our guests with an exceptional meal that has become a favorite memory. Chef arrived hours before serving, with specialized equipment and fresh, high-quaiity ingredients. He carefully crafted each dish and we thoroughly enjoyed the complexity and fine taste of his top-notch French cooking. He paced the courses perfectly, explained each dish beautifully,, cleaned the kitchen when he was done --in short, he cared about every aspect of our experience. His policies and costs were fair and clearly stated upfront, with no hidden charges. Complimentary extras included custom menu cards at each place setting, fresh-from-the-oven homemade baguettes, and a referral, if requested, to a sommelier for wine pairings. It's extraordinary to celebrate like this in the comfort and privacy of your own home. We wholeheartedly recommend Chef Yoann and plan to have him at our house again.

I want to take a moment to sincerely thank you and your team for the amazing work you did in…read moreproviding the catering for our event. The food was absolutely delicious, your team was punctual and professional, and everything was handled seamlessly. Your attention to detail and excellent service played a big part in making our event such a success. We truly appreciate all your hard work and we look forward to working with you guys again.

If you are looking for something that's a Hot and New staple in Vista. This might be the Mexico…read moreCity cuisine spot just for you! Colab will now have them as their newest Brick and Mortar vendor! Tonight we got to experience their service just outside of Colab. They worked out of their really nice food truck but soon they will be able to work inside the kitchen that is located in the venue. They were really organized and ready to serve us! I'd like to say they gave top notch service. They looked professional with their work logo/labeled attire & alongside wearing their name tags. Each staffer was kind & very attentive to our needs. We were impressed by how they came in & even checked up on us when we were inside dining. We felt very much catered to. I enjoyed my street tacos and also liked dipping my chips into the beans. Yumm! I already have intentions to meet up with our friends here again!