I had Cinch cater a dinner for 40 people at my house. We wanted something simple and Sean…read moresuggested (marinated) grilled steak and (marinated) grilled chicken with side sauces - horseradish and honey sriracha. We chose two side salads - mixed greens with goat cheese, dried cranberries, and candied walnuts (huge hit) and an Orange Fennel salad. The food was outstanding, all the steak and mixed green salad went and most of the other dishes. Several guests (who are serious foodies) were really impressed with the flavors. Not only was the food outstanding, Sean delivered the meal and supplied us with serving platters and utensils. It was a flawless meal and I look forward to using Cinch in the future.

An amazing experience with Shawn Russell and the staff at Cinch! Full banquet meal provided for our…read more100 Year Anniversary of the Ukrainian American Club in Southport, CT and the meal was truly one of the best things during the event! Love Chicken Kiev? Look no farther as Shawn, a true culinary genius, prepared the most tender, savory and authentic chicken served with delicious butter sauce! SUPERB! The rest of the meal was pure perfection, roast prime rib, roast pork tenderloin and the best grilled vegetables, roasted rosemary potatoes and everything. No detail was missed and the staff was professional and very efficient! Thank you for the BEST catered meal we've ever had!

Okay, so, I am not a great cook and never mastered basic cooking techniques. I love food, but can…read moreeasily become frustrated if something I cook just doesn't turn out right. My boyfriend and I wanted to try a cooking class for our anniversary, but the costs for going to a public cooking class are often very high. My boyfriend stumbled upon Jesse's website and it seemed really cool (and has pretty pictures), so he reached out. Jesse responds really quickly and we were lucky to secure a time slot for the weekend. Jesse offered to have a quick chat with us over the phone so he could come up with a customized menu for us and set expectations. For example, I don't eat seafood, so Jesse took that into account and made sure there wasn't a shrimp dish. Eventually, we landed on a Mexican taco menu (which was appropriate since Jesse is a master of tacos) because we wanted a menu that we could then easily take and make all the recipes ourselves. Jesse arrived promptly on time and set up his many kitchen tools and supplies in our kitchen. It's great that he can come to you! He was able to adapt easily to our kitchen set-up and get started. He started off with making us a salsa and guacamole so we could nibble as he gave us a ton of fun facts about cooking / food and prepped the other courses. He prints out his recipes so you can take notes as he goes along. The whole thing is very conversational, you never feel like he's talking AT you, but with you. You can ask him questions at any time. I never felt overwhelmed or felt like anything he was making or explaining was too difficult for me. In addition, I learned how to properly cut an onion and how to press tortillas. He had asked us beforehand if we wanted to be more hands-on, so he showed us how to cut the onion or press the tortillas and then we went ahead and helped with the prep. Not only was Jesse super knowledgeable and patient, the food he made was delicious. He even cleans up after cooking, which is a mega bonus! We had enough leftovers for another meal the next day. After taking his private cooking class, we both feel empowered and enthusiastic to learn and cook more. :) I definitely would work with The Maker's Kitchen again. His prices are extremely reasonable for the value you get, you get a very personalized experience (you're not lost in a class of 30), and he's a cool dude. You will learn a lot. You can tell that food is definitely his passion and that he's just trying to do what he loves to do (and educating others so that they hopefully can feel the same!). It's awesome! Thanks Jesse!

My parents got this for us as an anniversary gift. Wasn't sure what to expect but it exceeded all…read moreour expectations. Jesse was amazing and we can't wait to do this again with our friends. You definitely won't be disappointed with this experience. The food was also equally amazing to the experience.

I've had the pleasure of taking three of Chef Raquel's cooking classes. Two were in a large group…read moresetting and one was a small private class. Chef Raquel makes everyone feel comfortable and confident in the kitchen. She's instantly likable, fun and knowledgeable...all while managing to keep everyone engaged. Her recipes are delicious! I've made some of my favorites again at home. I'd highly recommend booking a cooking class with her and her team. You will have a blast, learn something new and have a delicious meal!

Chef Raquel is amazing! She catered my 40th birthday celebration and 3 weeks later my guests are…read morestill raving about the food! Seriously EVERYTHING was absolutely delicious! I'm still waiting on that herb baby potatoes recipe. Thank you again!

We had such a fantastic experience with Vita at my home! She was filled with warmth and knowledge…read moreabout cooking and made us all feel so comfortable. We made pasta, dessert and had the most wonderful time. She is so passionate about food and teaching and making everyone feel comfortable trying new things. We cannot wait to work with Vita again and absolutely recommend!

I had such a great experience with Vita at my home. ! From the moment she arrived, you could tell…read morehow professional and passionate she is about what she does. She brings amazing energy, works with beautiful, high-quality ingredients, and truly cares about every detail. The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, authentic, full of flavor, and made right in front of us. My guests kept talking about how good everything was! It felt like having a little piece of Italy in my kitchen. She made the whole process so easy and enjoyable. She's organized, friendly, and incredibly talented. I honestly couldn't be happier and would recommend her to anyone looking for an unforgettable home-dining experience.

I chase the food truck all over town! And am so glad I know where she is during the warm weather…read more(Byram Beach concession). I love the coffee. The panini classico is my favorite . . . though the panini italiano and the grilled cheese are also heavenly. And then there are the pastries . . . and soup . . . and specials. Can't get enough!

My husband and I just recently got married at the Garden at the Hops Company in Derby, CT. Upon the…read morevendors recommendation, we reached out hoping to get a quote! Maria was so kind, enthusiastic, and accommodating!! She worked with us so that we were able to stay in budget, which was so beyond appreciated! The desserts and drinks were even more incredible than we could have ever imagined- weeks later we are STILL getting rave reviews from our friends and family!!!! Maria and her team were incredibly kind and professional and helped make our special day one of the best days of our lives!! Everything was beyond delicious but the affogato was a HUGE hit for a sunny & hot summer day treat! Can't recommend Caffe Bon enough!!!