The universe gifted an opportunity for a friends reunion in Orange County, about halfway for…read moreeveryone / home for no one. I had 2 weeks to plan dinner, one guest has food allergies and a couple preferred to NOT dine in public. I rented a house with a nice kitchen (and made sure the owner knew it was for a dinner party), but now I needed a chef. I had many referrals from local friends, but everyone they recommended were either booked or not suited for a small dinner party. With 8 days left, I did what I should have done in the first place and checked Yelp. Mint was highly rated, had excellent reviews, and seemed to do smaller events. I sent an inquiry overnight, explained what I was trying to accomplish -- hire an in-home private chef, to cater dinner for 4, and included the list of food allergies. I woke up to an email from Angela -- it was very courteous, succinct, with an attached 1-pager of pricing AND a of list items to choose in each course (4 courses / 1 item each). Folks: this is how you do business, it make as easy as possible to say yes. Nobody else I communicated with was this responsive, and this easy to work with. The type of cuisine (to me: fresh / farm to table / New American) was what everyone would enjoy, with great options in each course, and their pricing was in-the-ballpark. I replied with my choices, they sent a link to contract and pay by credit card, and we were booked/confirmed in 3 emails spanning a couple hours. [[thank you!]] Menu: * English cucumber topped with blackened shrimp whipped avocado cream cheese & microgreens * Arugula salad with blueberries, avocado goat cheese, lemon honey vinaigrette * Seared Ribeye Strip with shallot peppercorn sauce Lemon roasted broccolini, sweet potato mash * Chocolate flourless cake with fresh whipped cream & berries AND the Salted Caramel banana bread pudding with vanilla ice cream [[life hack: you CAN order 2 deserts, and yes it cost more, and f-yes it was worth it]] Day-of was flawless: Chef Jacyln arrived with everything to prepare dinner, was flexible on timing and service. The guests were drinking and chatting with her while we snacked on the first course. We sat for the salad, which was tasty and a perfect pallet cleanser. I devoured the entree and dug-deep for the self-control to NOT lick the plate. Everyone loved desert, not everyone would have loved either of the deserts, so I was pleased I opted for both (not just because I ate both). Chef Jaclyn was fun to watch and talk to, and did a masterful job of fading when were talking about something else. She made-do with the cookware/plates/etc in the AirBnB, the only thing we lacked were containers to take leftovers home (our fault!). She served us, and cleaned up (spot-less), which I wasn't expecting. The whole experience was 10/10 - I cannot wait to book and host again. Thank you Mint and Chef Jaclyn!

We hired Chef Charlie from Mint Personal Chef to cook a private dinner in our home for our 17th…read morewedding anniversary on October 25th, 2025, and the entire experience was exceptional. He created a beautifully curated menu featuring a Belgian endive salad with apple, almonds, blue cheese, honey, and mint, a flavorful curried butternut squash soup with coconut milk, pepitas, and chives, a perfectly cooked rosemary and thyme roasted chicken with honey-dijon Brussels sprouts and sweet potato mash, and the most comforting baked apple crumble with vanilla ice cream for dessert. Every dish was absolutely delicious and plated with stunning presentation. Chef Charlie even provided printed menus for each of us, adding such a thoughtful touch. Beyond the food, he was warm, conversational, and engaging--clearly putting intention and heart into every detail. We would definitely use his services again and recommend him without hesitation. A perfect anniversary dinner!

Chef Peter is the real deal. I contacted him to cater our firm's holiday party this year. From…read morefirst contact to the two months leading up to the event, he was responsive and kind. He worked with me on a menu and he delivered my vision. Even with extreme circumstances (another vendor broke our garage door 24 hours before the event) Chef Peter and his crew took it in stride. They were on time and hauled their heavy equipment in and got straight to work. He was basically cooking/grilling on one side of our building (back patio), having to run back forth to the interior kitchen and sink. He and his crew worked SO hard that night. They are very professional. Every plate was perfect, they cleared the tables and made sure everything was spotless when they left. I also hired Jacob the Bartender (he works with Chef Peter) and WOW! Crafted cocktails and excellent service. Every person who was late to my party was sat and had a drink in their hand in less than a few minutes. Jacob was a pleasure to work with. Great bartender. I could not ask for a better duo for the night. Also big thanks to Tomas and Erick - their waitstaff. Amazing night they pulled off. I'm a perfectionist. Type A host. I'm very particular on how I throw my parties and Chef Peter surpassed my expectations & more. My entire firm will not shutup about how amazing the food and service was. The party was a hit and I believe it was because of the food & bar. I will 100% hire this team again for future events.

Exceptional service, easy to work with and very responsive. Everything you look for in working with…read morea private chef for an event. The food and presentation were outstanding! So glad I was lucky enough to find Chef Peter. Our event couldn't have gone better!

Chef Ronnie is amazing! My husband organized a surprise birthday dinner party for us and two of…read moreour close friends. Chef Ronnie came to our house with his assistant Lisa (I think - sorry!) and they were both just awesome. Ronnie is super down-to-earth and totally friendly. My friends and I were super obnoxious and loud and asking ridiculous questions and he seemed to have fun right along with us. Also, and maybe this should have come first, but his food was also absolutely amazing. He worked with my husband for almost two months coming up with a menu that I would love...and I did. Wow. The first course of a salad was amazing and it just got better from there to the pesto pasta, the shrimp dish, the steak and then two desserts! We were absolutely stuffed. He also left the kitchen cleaner than before he got there! I would highly recommend him. Definitely 5 stars!

Ronnie and his assistant were amazing. We had friends to dinner and I thought it would be nice not…read moreto cook or worry about anything in the kitchen, the food was excellent, he is extremely trust worthy and pleasant and we just loved him. I would work with him whenever I have a dinner party. Thank you Ronnie Highlights: carrot honey soup, pear tart

It is so wonderful to see a chef that actually cares about the health of his clients and people as…read morea whole. I am happy that Chef Tony is careful to prepare delicious food that is healthy, taste good and even has presentation. He is removing the myth that good food has to be filled with grease, salt, pork and other things that are killing us. You really can eat wonderfully prepared meals that do not contribute to hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes just to name a few conditions that plague people of color. I commend Chef Tony for cooking delectable dishes from simple to extraordinary all being very affordable. If you have not experienced his cuisine you are missing out and doing yourself a disservice. He is to the kitchen like Miles Davis was to jazz, Dr King to oration and Judith Jamison was to dance. Do yourself a favor and invite Chef Tony into your home to treat your palate or to cater your next event. Dr. Jasper Brewster

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Guy I want to express my deepest gratitude for making my mother-in-law's 80th birthday truly…read moreextraordinary. You created an unforgettable experience--every dish was absolutely exquisite, and the warmth and care you put into your craft brought our entire family together in the most meaningful way. Our guests have not stopped praising you, your exceptional talent, and the remarkable celebration you helped us create. Your presence elevated the evening, turning a special occasion into a cherished memory our family will hold forever. God willing, we look forward to celebrating many more milestones with you in the future. Thank you again for sharing your gift with us and making this moment so profoundly special.

We hired The Meat Guy LA for our event and WOW truly one of the best catering experiences we've…read moreever had. From start to finish, everything was top-tier. The setup was beautiful, the service was professional, and the food... absolutely incredible. The quality of the meat was next level perfectly cooked, flavorful, and honestly a whole experience, not just a meal. Our guests couldn't stop talking about it all night. You can tell he really takes pride in what he does, and it shows in every detail. If you're looking to impress your guests and elevate your event, this is 100% the way to go. Highly recommend we will definitely be booking again!

Omg I love Sarah's cooking! Anything you name, she can cook. Her meal preps are so bomb. She even…read moredoes desserts and she has specialty plates you can order weekly and she delivers!! Better than uber eats :) I usually order her fusion plates. They're my favorite!! All of her recipes are her own and so much tastier than a lot of restaurants.

Sarah is the best chef in LA. She made brunch for my group on our last visit to the Hills. Her…read morechicken and waffles was soo good and everything was made from scratch. Her personality is just as good as the food. She made everyone feel very welcome and treated us with so much hospitality. She was clean and on time. Seriously book her asap bc she is very busy. I will be using her again on my next vacation.

Aimer by Marie is excellent - awesome all around chef experience. We loved our French/Vietnamese…read morecooking lesson and delicious meal! Working with and learning from Chef Marie was a 5 star experience! Marie did an outstanding job of helping us celebrate my wife's birthday by teaching our family how to prepare a delicious French/Vietnamese meal, and the entire experience was fun and delightful. She offered many options for the menu and helped me select a spectacular assortment of flavors! From beginning to end, working with Marie was easy, professional and wonderful. She was punctual, communicative, budget friendly, and provided great ideas for our menu and is an excellent teacher. We learned to cook shrimp spring rolls, gyoza, her magic delicious sauce, Seabass, mushroom risotto, and Creme Brule. Each item was fun to prepare and turned out perfectly! Marie was a pleasure to be with, our kids loved the experience, and she cleaned up everything to perfection. We strongly recommend Aimer by Marie and cannot wait to have her out again to teach us French pastries, and more!

I had the absolute pleasure of hiring Chef Marie for an Easter brunch with my family, and I cannot…read morerecommend her highly enough. From start to finish, the entire experience was seamless and far exceeded my expectations--especially as this was my first time hiring a private chef. Chef Marie was incredibly responsive and easy to work with during the booking process, which immediately put me at ease. On the day of the event, she arrived right on time and brought such a warm, kind, and professional presence into the home. The food itself was outstanding--beautifully prepared, thoughtfully executed, and absolutely delicious. You could truly taste the quality and care in every dish. What impressed me even more was how much she handled behind the scenes. She prepared much of the meal in advance, served everything effortlessly, and left the kitchen spotless. It allowed me to fully relax and enjoy the time with my family, which is truly priceless. This was a 5-star experience in every sense, and I would not hesitate to book Chef Marie again for future gatherings. If you're considering a private chef for any occasion, I wholeheartedly recommend her--you will not be disappointed.

Chef Tams created a delicious cooking class for 6 of us. She…read moreis a delight! Chef Tams taught us a 3 course meal starting with fried green tomatoes with remoulade and arugula, followed by an entree of grilled chicken, grits, and roasted sweet potatoes, mushrooms and kale, and finishing with peach cobbler. The ingredients were the highest quality and she left our kitchen spotless. I highly recommend her! She is professional and has a passion for food.

I used them for my wedding. Everything was fresh, hot and served on time. The staff was…read moreefficient, professional and friendly. I recently found out they do Corporate events as well. I would definitely recommend this company for future events.