Tea was the best choice I've made for my wedding. She was quick to respond when I reached out…read morelooking for a private chef to cook for 10 guests. She recommended a menu that's suited for our taste and I love that she was able to balance Asian/western palettes. We also didn't do a taste test, but was lucky to snatch a few of her bahn mi during her special pop up- omg the second I bite into the sandwich I knew she will deliver for our wedding. I trusted her completely. For the day of wedding she arrived on time and braved the cold in the outdoors to cook us a coursed meal. Our picky parents could not stop raving about it, and I still think about the lobster mushroom dish she made. I'm salivating as i write this. Do not hesitate to book her. She's professional, friendly, funny, and made our day so special. Excuse the bad quality of pics as I inhaled the food so fast and the pics don't do its justice. Look at how beautiful her plates are too!

Bahn mi has always been a sandwich that has been on my "must try" list but for whatever reason, it…read morenever happened. Chef Tea has thankfully made that a reality. I met Chef Tea through a volunteering opportunity, and she was gracious enough to make the team some of her delicious Bahn Mi Sandwiches. Talk about love at first bite! If my mouth had a soul mate, I am pretty sure it would be the Bahn Mi. For reference, I was able to try the pork and vegetarian Bahn Mi. The umami flavors hit you immediately and is welcomed with the combination of fresh veggies and held together with a crispy yet soft baguette. It was Heaven by way of every bite! Another small but important point was how each sandwich was thoughtfully wrapped and had a list of ingredients as well. Days later, I was thinking about her sandwich, and I decided to try a Bahn Mi from a popular Vietnamese restaurant in my area. I was let down because it tasted so different from what I experienced in Chef Tea's sandwich. I repeated this with another restaurant weeks later, only to be let down once more. It is safe to say that she has ruined me for all other Bahn Mi's. If you find yourself in need of a personal Chef who will deliver the "wow" factor, please consider Tra An Cuisine.

We had the pleasure of having Chef Allan cook for one of the nights during my best friend's…read morebachelorette party in Big Bear Lake, and he truly exceeded our expectations. He worked with us to curate the perfect menu, and every dish was absolutely delicious. It was such a treat to enjoy a beautifully prepared meal while relaxing and chatting with friends--without having to worry about cleanup afterward. Chef Allan left the kitchen in pristine condition and was an absolute joy to work with from start to finish. If we're ever back in Big Bear, we'll definitely be booking him again!

I was planning my 27th wedding anniversary and did not want to go "typical." My wife and I have…read moretravelled to some awesome places, done amazing things and given each other some eye popping gifts. So what's next? Chef Allan. He was versatile enough to plan a keto based meal around a Traditionalist eater such as myself. From the appetizer to the desert, everything was laid out according to plan. When Chef Allan and I had our inItial meeting, we discussed what impression was I trying to set and how best he could make my anniversary evening unforgettable for my wife. Chef Allan balanced his presence in the meal preparation to keep us as informed of the various dishes he was preparing without being intrusive in our conversation. The meal itself was a success! Well plated with an aroma that made all kind of tasty promises which it kept. The flavoring was bold without being overwhelming and each dish complimented the preceding one. We gorged ourselves! When it was all said and done, my wife was impressed by Chef Allan's culinary skills and grateful for me introducing him into our lives. She gave me a free pass for the next time a "hubby" moment comes up !

Chef Carlos was amazing. Very personable. He did a great job setting up and the food was delicious…read more We hired him to cater a bday dinner for a small group and enjoyed every morsel.

Chef Carlos and his wife Jessica are a top notch catering team. I contacted them 2 weeks before my…read morewedding and they made things so easy for me. I wanted BBQ at my wedding and they came up with a perfect menu and they made my vision a reality. They were on time for my event, dressed professionally, pleasant, accommodating and all of my guests loved the food. I did not stress about the food at all, they took care of everything and they made it so easy for me which made my wedding run so smoothly. I can't thank them enough for the wonderful food they served at my wedding and I can't recommend them enough!!

We thoroughly enjoyed the evening served by Dining In Style. Malissa was very pleasant and paid…read moresuch careful attention to diet requirements and other details of the meal. Clean up was immaculate, leaving us all the time in the world to catch up with old friends around the table.

I've used Dining In Style twice now, and Malissa always hits it out of the park! Her menu choices…read moreare extensive, and cater to any dietary preference. She's on time and professional. Besides the delicious courses that she prepares, she leaves your kitchen cleaner than when she arrived, giving you time to enjoy your guests.

Elevated Eats's food is amazing! They work hard to consider different dietary needs while making…read morethe food completely delicious. They are professional and fun to work with. Thank you so much for making our party special!

I had the opportunity to work with Kassie on a catering job. The level of service, quality of food,…read moreand diverse menu options provided an amazing experience. Kassie works with dietary restrictions, specializing in gluten-free, keto and vegan options. Her surf and turf combo with black garlic butter just blew me away!

Great Dames, Chef Maria and Tina, provided our group with the most amazing meal of Cuban Tapas…read moreever! They gave our event a "Havana Nights" theme and even brought props, even taught us to play Cuban Dominos! Our menu consisted of multiple Cuban tapas, to include: Guac and chips Tostones Rellenos de Camarón Croquetas Traditional Cuban Sandwiches Pasta de Bocaditos Papas Rellenas w/ground sirloin Cabbage Salad Flan and Pastel de Guayabana And some Cuban Coffee They came early, started the prep, made our meal and even cleaned up! We would highly recommend their services for a meal to remember!

From the owner: Great Dames provides cleaning, decluttering/organization and personal chef services for both local…read moreresidents and vacation home owners and guests. One phone call and we'll do the cleaning and cooking for you!

We hired Chef Tami for our first annual marriage retreat over Valentine's Day weekend, and it was…read moretruly an amazing experience from start to finish! She arrived right on time, fully prepared, and brought such a warm, friendly, and pleasant energy into the space. Not only was the food incredible, but she went above and beyond in ways we didn't even expect. She helped us set the dining room table and even showed us the proper way to arrange everything, from the forks and water glasses to the champagne glasses. It felt like we were getting a full fine dining experience right in our cabin! I honestly can't give enough compliments about Chef Tami. She created an unforgettable experience for our couples. And to top it off, she left the kitchen spotless! You would have never known a full gourmet meal had just been prepared in there. If you're looking to hire a private chef in the Lake Arrowhead or Big Bear area, I highly recommend her. We will absolutely be hiring her again!

We hosted a garden gala event to raise money for a local nonprofit (Rim of the World Special…read moreAthletes) that helps disabled children and adults, and they hired Tami Pounds to cater the event. Tami took the time to visit our gardens in advance to get a lay of the land, and was full of great ideas of how to best position the food tables. When the date of the gala arrived, Tami's crew arrived hours early to set up and were dressed professionally, which was very impressive. The chef and her crew worked tirelessly for 4 hours to keep hot and cold charcuterie delights fresh on the tables, including serving them to guests as they enjoyed the gardens. The food was absolutely out of this world, truly world class - with a large variety of both savory and dessert choices. My favorite was the bacon wrapped dates, which were absolute heaven. We host charity events throughout the year and we will definitely be hiring Tami Pounds to cater our events. She brings such a love to her work and the beauty of her food and gourmet deliciousness will be appreciated by all our guests.

We were fortunate enough to spend a family vacation at a beautiful rental home in Joshua…read moreTree/Twentynine Palms, California! Our good luck continued in that we were able to have an absolutely delicious multi-course meal , inspired, designed, cooked and present by Chef Jon from Merchain Catering. He worked patiently and closely with us , before our trip, to come up with a menu that would appeal to 9 adults . From beginning to end, it was truly a wonderful experience. His dessert was divine! We were only sorry not to have more meals prepared by Chef Jon. If you are in the Hi-Desert, Joshua Tree, Palm Springs area, do yourself a favor and either hire Chef Jon as your Chef in house or allow him to bring food to you!

Chef Jon was great! He was quick, friendly & polite , and the food was great for the most part;…read moreespecially the steak, shrimp scampi & roasted potatoes. If you're vacationing with a large group and want to completely skip the hassle of cooking, I highly recommend him!

I booked this catering company for the Ontario Reign staff retreat and they did a yummy breakfast,…read moreand 2 dinners for us. They were professional, on time and most importantly the food was amazing every time! Lauren was super easy to work with and her team was great. She had fair prices and the food was so tasty and accommodated everyone in our group of 40 people, would definitely recommend and use them again.

Professional and affordable catering. When I reached out…read morethey were very friendly and gave me options that actually wanted. The food was delicious, looked great and everybody said the portions were perfect. I would recommend to anyone looking to feed a large group.