Chef Alan was referred to us by a close friend who had worked with him before, and from our very…read morefirst call, we knew we were in good hands.
As a Salvadoran and Mexican couple, we really wanted our wedding menu to reflect both of our cultures. We shared our vision with Chef Alan, and right away he had so many thoughtful and creative ideas for how to bring a Mexican and Salvadoran fusion menu to life. We booked him almost a year before our wedding, and throughout the months, he stayed in contact with us, answered questions, shared ideas, and made the process feel exciting.
One of the most memorable parts of the whole experience was our tasting. Chef Alan came to our home and prepared everything for us there, which made it feel so personal and special. The food was incredible. We had maybe one or two small notes, but honestly, everything he made was amazing. Every time we got on a call with him, he sounded genuinely excited, and that connection made the process feel even more meaningful.
He also came to the venue before the wedding to understand the layout, setup, and flow so his team could be fully prepared. A few days before the wedding, he called just to check in, and we ended up laughing and talking about how wild it was that the big day was finally here after all the planning.
On the wedding day, Chef Alan and his team were completely on it. I finally got to introduce him to my mom, which was special because we had shared so many stories about our mothers during the planning process. He was respectful, warm, easy to talk to, and honestly felt like family.
And the food? Incredible. Our parents are picky, and even they loved everything. Our guests could not stop talking about how good the food was. The mini pupusas birria pupusas with curtido, shrimp shooters and al pastor tacos during cocktail hour were such a hit! For dinner, the pollo en crema de rajas, birria-style short ribs, and sweet potato bake for our vegan/vegetarian guests were all full of flavor and beautifully presented.
Our family and friends were still talking about the food days after the wedding. It was more than we expected, and those are the things people remember. At weddings, people always remember the food, and Chef Alan gave our guests something unforgettable.
His attention to detail, presentation, professionalism, and care made this entire experience one of a kind. This was our first time working with a chef for an event like this, and Chef Alan truly made it an experience of a lifetime. We are so grateful he was part of our wedding.