Anika supported our multigenerational and multi-dietary restriction household for years. Her care…read moreand attention to our needs, desire for feedback to improve, and flexibility with the menu customizations were fantastic. Before she left our area we stocked up on "anika food" via freezing and canning her creations. It was a sad day when we finally ate that last jar of carrot ginger soup. We miss her and highly highly recommend her creative and delicious services to anyone!

Anika and her cooking are great!!…read more I really cannot say enough good things about our experience with Anika and her amazing food. If you are a busy professional or family who is trying to stay fit and eat healthy, but lack the time or creativity to come up with fun and tasty meals, I would highly encourage you to reach out to Anika. Anika was able to work with some tricky dietary restrictions and make outstanding meals, each and every time. Value wise, the time she saved us in the kitchen, at the grocery store, cleaning up, etc., was worth more than what her very reasonable fees are. All in all, if you have ever considered hiring a private chef for yourself or for your busy family, look no further than Anika!

The best ever. Best chicken piccata;), pizza , lamb chops, and authentic Italian pasta…read more Presentation is awesome Love Chef Daniel

I was entertained by Chef Daniel. He was born and raised in Italy in the Lazio region. I had talked…read morewith him a bit while he prepared a 36" Paella from scratch in the back yard of a dear friend's promotion ceremony. Although I have heard of Paellas being made by personal chefs or other 'specialty' catering companies, I thought it extremely challenging for Daniel to make it for a client, especially since there was going to be a Chef (me) attending the celebration. He even questioned me as to my credentials . . . I did the same with him. I think it's slightly a Chef thing. I figured Daniel caught on to me at that point when I was very curious as to his final product since Paella is one of the most technically difficult dishes to pull off. Since I had participated in a similar Paella party at one of my camping adventures in our RV, I knew the sequence that Daniel was following. He executed perfectly. I think Daniel also provided a bit of charcuterie as an appetizer, but it was the Paella that stole the show. Daniel even brought me a plastic fork (culinary school all over again) to test the creation as the rice was cooking to sample the flavor, consistency and doneness. BTW, Daniel even had a nice crusty bottom on that paella. Super nice guy. My five stars represents my hope for this company, although this was certainly not a five-star meal; it was however, a skillfully executed dinner party with Chef Daniel at the helm. Read my other reviews. Dicks

Avian & Laz did a great job! We had 13 people and the…read morehandled flawlessly! Great food, great conversation, great time! We look forward to using them again next year!

Nearly a year has passed since my initial review after my interaction with this business and I…read morereceived a message from the owner insulting and threatening me. Very fortunate to not have done business with this business. This type of behavior is not welcome in 2022. Very unprofessional.

Chef Justin is beyond compare. Professional, creative, innovative and incredibly easy to work with…read more I'm thrilled with his work every single time I hire him. As a luxury concierge, top quality from my Chefs is an absolute must. Chef Justin checks all the boxes and I look forward to hiring him again and again!

I'm not sure there are words to describe the amazing experience Justin provided to my friends and I…read more! The food was delicious the presentation should be on a cover of a magazine! Justin and his assistant Dale were so professional so nice and just a delight to work with! I would highly recommend Justin AMAZING! Thank you Justin!

There are no shortage of great things to say about Chef Josh. We've used him twice now for…read moredifferent celebrations and he has knocked it out of the park each time. In fact, after his latest visit we all agreed we needed to start bringing him in quarterly. Chef's cooking style is best described as transformative. He takes ingredients you'd never dream of being the star of the dish and makes it the most delicious thing you've ever tasted. Our last dinner we reqested to be completely vegetarian and he did not disappoint. Even the non-vegetarian at the dinner was blown away and left being the perfect amount of full. My husband avoids certain veggies in our day to day (texture) and the way Chef Josh cooks - well we've never left a plate bare, I can tell you that much. And when Chef Josh isn't looking.. we may have licked our plates clean. Pickling, crisping, pureeing, caramelizing - everything he puts in front of you "WOWs". Besides the food he serves, which is well worth the money, Josh's service is unparalleled. He is prompt, friendly and wonderful to chat with. He brings everything in and does all clean up as if he was never even there. Whether it's a date night, an intimate gathering or a group to impress - I would recommend hiring Chef Josh 110%. If you're even considering a private chef, look no further because there truly is no better!

We had Josh serve us for my wife's 60th birthday! Josh did an incredible job and exceeding our…read moreexpectations. This was the first time we have ever used an in house chef for a dinner party. Josh made the entire process seamless and handled all of the details. He arrived on time and left our house cleaner than before he arrived. We had 3 amazing appetizers, a wonderful white fish dish, phenomenal beet salad and over the top steak and gnocchi main course. Josh topped off the evening with a pear fruit and cake desert. Josh was very personable and was very interactive throughout the entire evening. Thank you very much for making my wife's birthday a memorable evening. I highly recommend Josh is you are looking a personal chef.

We had such an amazing experience with Take Chef Home! From the very beginning, the owner Italo was…read morequick to respond and made the whole process seamless. He sent me the teppanyaki menu and pricing. Reserving our date and time was easy, I just paid 50% upfront, and he was extremely flexible with the food options. On the day of the event, Italo and his helper arrived right on time and handled everything. They even offer three different color set-ups to choose from, which made the presentation feel really special. All I had to provide were the drinks and cups. The food itself was fantastic, and the teppanyaki show was so much fun! To top it all off, they finished with a crêpe station for dessert, which was the perfect final touch. I also learned that they do brunch, Italian dinners, and even pasta-making lessons... so many great options for future parties. I will definitely be booking them again. If you're looking for something unique, delicious, and stress-free for your next event, I highly recommend Take Chef Home!

If you're looking for a smooth, seamless, and professional booking experience, I would strongly…read morerecommend looking elsewhere. I was attempting to book a chef for a micro wedding and received a proposal from Chef Percia Sanchez through Take a Chef. At first, I was genuinely excited--she appeared flexible and open to menu adjustments, which felt promising. However, that was the only positive part of this experience. I followed up with questions just one day after her last message. At that point, pricing had not been updated, so I wasn't able to move forward with booking. Then... nothing. No response. I waited several days and still didn't hear back. After reaching out to customer support (who had to contact her directly), I was told two days later that she had already booked another client for my date. Not once did she communicate this to me. Even more frustrating--our message thread was deleted, so I couldn't even reference our previous conversation. No update, no courtesy message, no apology. Just silence and a disappearing act. Customer support suggested I look at other proposals, but after this experience, it's hard to trust the reliability or professionalism of this platform. Communication is the bare minimum, and unfortunately, that standard was not met here.

This was a Once-in-a-Lifetime Culinary Experience!!!…read more Hiring Chef Julia Shelley of French Chef at Home was truly one of the best decisions I've ever made.From the moment she arrived, her energy, professionalism, and attention to detail set the tone for what would become an unforgettable evening. I knew the menu I selected would be challenging, but for Chef Julia it was handled with effortless precision. Every dish was executed flawlessly, presented beautifully, and layered with flavors that genuinely changed the way I interpret food. It wasn't just dinner, it was an experience. Her artistry and skill level are unmatched, and the passion she brings to her craft is evident in every bite. This experience completely elevated my perception of what a private chef can be. If I could have her cook for me every day, I absolutely would. I'm already looking forward to the next opportunity to work with French Chef at Home. Thank you, Chef Julia, for a night we will never forget. Please come back soon.

This business is just the best!! We have used them for many years and can't recommend them highly…read moreenough. Chef Julia is creative, wonderful, and authentic. She is the real deal and will go the extra mile to make your event special. Her knowledge of French cuisine is extensive, and she is a joy to work with! She also does other cuisine from all over the world and Kosher too. Don't miss the chance to use her for your next special occasion!

Bravo Catering absolutely crushed it. From start to finish the experience was seamless and the food…read morewas unreal. They catered a surprise birthday party for my girlfriend and truly helped make the night unforgettable. They are an Italian caterer and everything was made fresh on site which made such a difference. The pizzas came out hot and perfectly cooked all night long, the meatballs were incredible (crowd favorite), and the fresh penne pasta with marinara was a huge hit. The bruschetta and salads were fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. Giuseppe was an amazing chef. You could tell he genuinely cared about the food and the experience and it showed in every bite. Raquel was a fantastic coordinator who kept everything running smoothly and was so friendly and easy to work with. The entire staff was professional, welcoming, and brought great energy to the event. The desserts were outstanding. An incredible assortment of Italian pasticceria that was the perfect way to end the night. They also do pop up events, and you can find their schedule on Instagram. Definitely check them out. Will absolutely use them again in the future and highly recommend Bravo Catering for any event.

You can't go wrong with this pizza, light balanced and full of flavor! Done hesitate to book them…read morefor your next event you will not be disappointed. Prompt and involved staff who will take care of you.