Chef Peter is the real deal. I contacted him to cater our firm's holiday party this year. From first 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. read more

Exceptional service, easy to work with and very responsive. Everything you look for in working with a 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! read more

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Amazing Chef, great food and cooking. Professional and kind. Have had him twice cooking for an event already and will have him in the future. Highly recommended! read more

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The best!!!! I did a lot of research on private chefs in the area and spoke with a lot of them too. Nobody was as straight forward, reliable, and as highly recommended as Chef Peter. First off, he was able to give me a quote during our first 2 minute phone conversation while everyone else I called said they would get back to me with a menu. Some never did. After two phone calls and a couple simple emails back and forth, Chef Peter arrived right on time, with everything he needed, prepped, and cooked a meal we will never forget. I am in awe that all of this was done in the same kitchen I make mac n cheese in The lamb was everyone's favorite. He also added a saffron risotto to the second course when I suggested more middle eastern flavors. He even added pistachio to the lamb crust which was just glorious. He surpassed all of my expectations and then some. I heard from other reviews he leaves the kitchen spotless but I was still surprised at how he left my stove cleaner than when he found it! I would highly recommend Chef Peter to anyone who is looking to hire a private chef. He listens to your concerns, makes a fabulous menu, and surpassed ur expectations... by landslide. My only regret is not finding him sooner in my life read more

Just wanted to say we had a great experience with Chef Peter. We went back and forth communicating about our event, the theme, menu, etc. He had some great ideas, to assist in coordinating the food and desserts, it really took the stress off. We can't wait to work with him and his team again in the future!! read more

Based on the Yelp reviews and Chef Peter's website, I took a chance and reached out to Chef Peter to assist with a family party. We communicated mainly via email. I laid out the vision of the gathering and Chef Peter offered great food choices. A couple of weeks prior to the event, Chef Peter came to the house to review the kitchen, general lay out, his needs, and flow of the area. We also discussed presentation area and need for supplies such as plates, glasses, flatware, etc. Chef Peter is personable, attentive, and easy to get along with. I appreciated that he followed through on requests/ questions and was flexible. We built a menu for 20 people utilizing premium cuts of meat. We ended on seared ahi, wagyu hangar, a tomahawk steak, lamb lollipops, and BBQ pork ribs. Sides included rosemary potatoes, broccoli couscous, Cuban coleslaw, and garlic bread. He also prepared an apricot juice and mint lemonade. The food was excellent. The Cuban coleslaw had some sourness balanced with some heat. The meats were seasoned and cooked well. The only miss was the BBQ ribs. They were a little over salted, IMO. The broccoli was the right amount of doneness with the right amount of snap, not mushy or too raw. Pricing was in line with other chefs I reached out to for this event. For this event, pricing was $75 per person plus groceries. This met my budget for this event. Opportunities for Chef Peter include 1. Identify best communicate methods with the clients (e.g., text, email, phone, etc) 2. Written estimate for services and written bill/ receipt at the end. (I am informal so maybe that's on me) 3. Written layout of the Chef's day including arrival, service time, and departure time so client aware and prepared. None of these are deal breakers from me but would improve business practices and make the engagement more transparent for everyone involved. Overall, my guests were impressed with Chef Peter's skills and the dishes prepared. He elevated our event. I am definitely considering having Chef Peter assist with other events. Do as I did, take a chance on Chef Peter. read more

I cannot recommend chef Peter enough!! I found him on Yelp as he has 5 stars and he did not disappoint! He served my friends and I during our private wine tasting. He served us with cheese platters and a 3-course meal dinner after the tasting. My friends and I were so impressed!! The food was excellent. His team were all so kind. Chef Peter was super accommodating to any changes we made, especially since the head count kept changing until the day of. He was very attentive to anything we needed. Lastly, he and his team left the kitchen spotless! If you're looking for a private chef, you found him! read more

I hired Petr the Chef for my wife's 60th birthday for a dinner party for 12 guest. The service and the food was remark and amazing. Petr was very personable and interactive with our guest and his food was amazing. I would definitely rehire Petr. Thanks for making my wife's 60th birthday a memorable event. Mario Iannantuono read more

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I can't wait for the next time I have Petr over again to cook! I contacted Petr for a 4-course dinner for 4 people and it couldn't have gone better. Communication prior to the meal was great! He gives you a sample menu of his most popular dishes but can make adjustments or new dishes based on what you like. We wanted an entree with Asian flavors which wasn't on his menu but he suggested a short rib dish that was so amazing. I had some special requests as one of my guests only eats fish and he was able to make the same short rib dish that we were all having but with fish for that one guest. Petr gave an ETA prior to the day of the meal and arrived ahead of schedule. He came extremely prepared, you can even arrange waiter service, bartenders, table/dinnerware rentals, and decorations with him to make your event amazing. Do not hesitate to hire Petr for your next meal!! read more

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Chef Peter has catered 2 of my parties. He was amazing. He was well organized. He had the best staff. The food was delicious. We could not be happier read more

We hired Peter for an intimate Valentine's dinner we hosted for a few of our friends. The food was exquisite, with top-notch restaurant quality, and the service was equally remarkable. It is hard to pick a favorite dish from our menu, as every bite left a lasting impression. Peter was very professional and friendly, with a charming personality that added that extra oomph to the whole experience. Not to mention being very helpful in picking the right menu to satisfy all our guests. PETER AND HIS CREW ARE A TRUE GEM. We look forward to having Peter prepare another superb dining experience for us in the future. read more

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My first encounter with Chef Petr's masterful cooking was simply extraordinary! A restaurant Chef by training, he now does personal chef work around SoCal. Last night he cooked the most amazing 5 course meal for my bestie's family -- all in the comfort of their home. He arrived by 2:30 to start prepping for a 6:30-7pm dinner. Everything was made fresh and from scratch. We started with a beautiful cheese and charcuterie plate. Course 1 was one of the best mushrooms risottos I've ever had. Course 2 was a lovely shrimp dish cooked to perfection. Course 3 was a delicious Gorgonzola, melon and avocado salad. Course 4 was a surf and turf with filet minion and lobster tail, again cooked to perfection. And the final course was a decadent molten chocolate cake. Not only was the meal magnificent, Chef Petr was very professional and friendly. He took care of all the details as well as the cleanup. He made it a seamless night for us all. He has my HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION! read more

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My friends surprised me with a private chef for my birthday at their chic farmhouse. Hours before the dinner party, Chef Peter arrived at the door and swooped into the kitchen dressed in a black chefs coat and proceeded to unload tubs upon containers of ingredients and tools galore out of the back of his SUV. The man was a professional who operated with swift precision. Chef Peter proceeded to create a beautiful farm-to-table menu. Organic, healthy, and delicious. I am vegetarian--- my friends are not, however there were lots of options for everyone! He started with a gorgeously sculpted charcuterie and cheese board. Then moved on to a stacked Caprese salad that was almost too pretty to eat. At one point, Chef Peter went to the garden, lit only by a shaky iPhone flashlight, to pick fresh vegetables and herbs to use in his creations. LITERALLY farm to table! He was a lovely person and an excellent conversationalist. All the guests enjoyed chatting him up while he was prepping the meal. It was like we had an additional friend we've known forever just hanging out with us. Chef timed each course perfectly and at the end brought out a cake and participated in a champagne toast with us. Just as deftly as he arrived, everything in the kitchen was magically put back in its place. I would absolutely recommend Chef Peter for any entertaining needs or just to pamper yourself. I would do it again in a heartbeat and only wish I lived closer. He made my birthday exceptionally special. read more

I found Chef Petr through Yelp and I could not rave about him enough. He responded very quickly to my inquiry and he was a delight to work with. He helped me finalize a menu for my cousins baby Sprinkle luncheon. He prepared a 4 course meal and it was as amazing as it looked. He purchased all organic products and premium meats. I was able to finalize the menu the week before and I was able to print menus. Chef Petr came to my home early, prepped all the food, and made my daughter a crepe from scratch before the party started. He was very professional and is an excellent personal chef. Do not think twice about hiring him! I look forward to working with him again soon. read more

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FLAWLESS meal prepared and served last night by Chef Peter! I had a small dinner party for 6 and decided to try a personal Chef. I found Peter here on Yelp and his reviews all hold high merit! Hangar steak with a delicious risotto was my personal favorite! Cooked to perfection! He is very professional, organized, personal and it was our pleasure to have him in our home. When the night came to an end, I walked in to my perfectly cleaned up kitchen! Look NO FURTHER for Yelp reviews on another chef. YOU JUST FOUND THE PERFECT ONE! Thanks again Peter!!! read more

Chef Peter was amazing! The food was absolutely delicious! Highly recommend ordering the roasted pineapple with ice cream for dessert and the sea bass with Italian caponata for the main course. We were so impressed with everything he made and he was easy to work with and professional. I would definitely recommend using him for any event and will use him in the future. read more

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Chef Petr is fantastic. We were celebrating my wife's 50th birthday with 3 other couples in a San Clemente home we had rented for the weekend. I contacted Chef Petr based on his yelp reviews. As many of the reviewers commented, he was quick to respond and very accommodating. We traded several emails regarding menu ideas and recommendations. He was very helpful and we landed on a perfect menu. The charcuterie board that we started with was incredible. We are still talking about the hard goat cheese and 12 year cheddar cheese. Both were the best any of us have ever had. The Halibut Ceviche with Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Orange segments was our 1st course. A light way to start with a lot of flavor. The 2nd course Italian Mushroom Risotto was very unique and a perfect appetizer. Our main course was Hanger Steak and Lobster with Garlic Mash Potato and Roasted Asparagus. A perfect selection for the diverse tastes of the 4 couples. The French Crapes with Fresh Fruit, Vanilla Ice Cream, and Berries Sauce was a fresh and flavorful way to finish. All this for less than we would have paid if we went out to a restaurant and a lot more memorable. I highly recommend Chef Petr and have made him promise he will let us know if he makes it to Phoenix. read more

Ok so let me start off by saying I'm not rich by any stretch of the imagination. However, I do enjoy fine dining. I came up with the idea to surprise my pregnant girlfriend with a personal chef for dinner for our anniversary as there are some days where she just doesn't want to move from the couch or bed. I began to search on yelp as most of us do for personal chefs. Chef Peter responded very quickly came up with a potential menu based on my girlfriend and I personal likes (food). He made a four course meal based on those preferences and it was delicious! Guys if your thinking about a romantic gesture for your significant other this is the guy to call. Thanks again chef Peter! read more

We had a dinner party with about 40 guests - Chef Peter and his team were incredible throughout the entire process. From communicating prior to the dinner, to arriving on time, setting up, preparation, clean up, and most of all the incredible food!! It was all done with thoughtfulness and passion. The quality of food and presentation really set the tone and made our party a huge success! Looking forward to bringing him back soon. read more

We wanted to host a dinner for our parent's 65th birthday and Chef Petr made the occasion more special than we could have ever imagined! He prepared us a plated 5 course meal for 8 adults, all from our home. He showed up hours before the meal to prepare the food from scratch, brought all of his own cooking supplies and did the grocery shopping for the meal as well. Everything was perfect! The food tasted amazing, chef Petr was more than prepared and he left the kitchen immaculate. We were able to have a fun fancy night, with the kids safe upstairs with a sitter. If you are looking for something different than your everyday high end restaurant experience and still want all of the quality, Chef Petr is the way to go! We highly recommend hiring him for your next event! P.S. Chef Petr was even great with the troublesome dogs! read more

Absolutely wonderful! Highly recommended and a pleasure to have. He works with you on creating a menu of your choice, has great taste, shops at the best markets and sticks with fresh and organic ingredients. He first came to check out our house to make sure everything will work out for him when he comes in to cook and to get an idea of what we liked. He brings most of his own things and cleans up at the end. The food was a complete hit for both my husband and I. Will definitely hire him again. We had a four course meal, forgot to photograph the main course (too excited to eat) You won't be disappointed (: read more

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I used Chef Peter for an office holiday party and he was incredible. He was super accommodating for all requests and the food was amazing. He also cleaned everything when he left. Extremely professional and kind, thank you! read more

Found Chef Petr through Yelp, I CANNOT RAVE ENOUGH ABOUT HOW INCREDIBLE THE FOOD WAS. Every dish better than the last. I wish I would have taken pictures but I am not kidding you when I tell you this man is worth every penny and more. It was a special occasion made much more special by his professionalism and AMAZING MENU read more

Wow!!! The epitome of a 5-Star experience to say the least. Chef Peter was awesome to work with throughout the whole process. He was extremely quick to communicate with during the planning and scheduling phase and answered all of my questions easily. Day of festivities went off without a hitch with Chef Peter showing up even earlier than projected to start the prep project. He was extremely personable and approachable and took care of everything we needed to ensure an amazing night was in store for all. The food and presentation was phenomenal. Our guest could not stop raving about how beautiful everything looked, and most importantly, how good it all tasted. We chose the stuffed shrimp appetizer, chicken Caesar salad, rib eye entree, and crepe for dessert, for our 4 course dinner, but I have no doubt you couldn't go wrong asking Chef Peter to make anything he offers up. Truly an amazing time with friends and family for a birthday celebration thanks to our own private chef for a night. Would give the highest of recommendations for anyone looking at a having a memorable and unique experience with a first class Chef. Bravo! read more

Chef Peter was phenomenal!! We had him for my husbands 50th birthday party with 10 guests and every dish was excellent. He is professional and an outstanding cook. We will use him again for any party needs. For reference we had the charcuterie plate, spicy tuna poke, Cesar salad, macadamia nut crusted halibut, and fruit crepes. You won't leave his dinner hungry! read more

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I searched around for a chef to do some live cooking in our high end kitchen showroom in West Hollywood, CA for a cocktail event and found Chef Peter on Yelp. He responded quickly, worked within our budget, and stayed in touch leading up to the event to make sure everything was in order. The food was delicious, the presentation was perfect, and Peter was all around a great person to work with. Well definitely be using his services again! read more

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What an amazing dinner experience we had last night with Chef Peter! I chose a 4 course menu which included Shrimp with White Wine and Cherry Tomatoes served with Garlic Baguette, Gorgonzola and Melon (avocado, olives, strawberries, carmelized walnuts, fresh green, orange dressing) Salad, Braised Beef Short Ribs with Roasted Fingerling Potato and Carmelized Shallots, and the finale was French Crepes with Vanilla Ice Cream and Berries Sauce, Fresh Fruit. Yes, it all tasted as wonderful as it sounds and the portions were generous! Not only is his food fabulous but Chef Peter is wonderful as well. He was easy to work with, communicates well and is very accommodating to special diets. It was a joy to have him in our kitchen not to mention how amazing he made our house smell with the aroma of the ingredients. I definitely recommend his services. I know I will be calling him again for my next event. read more

Personal Chef Peter prepared the most spectacular meal for our family of 10 on Catalina Island for my parents' 50th Wedding Anniversary! Given the complexity of this beach destination dinner, we were so impressed with his ability to adapt and work so efficiently in all circumstances. He was extremely reliable, professional and easy to work with. The quality, flavor and presentation his four course meal was PHENOMENAL!!! Thank you Chef Peter for helping create one of the most memorable evenings ever for my parents! If we could give him 6 stars, we would!! - Ramsey read more

Peter is such an amazing chef. My husband and I had the opportunity to work with him for our small dinner reception. Not only did he deliver such an exquisite four course meal - the food was absolutely above our expectations. He genuinely caters to what his clients want and makes sure that he's always working with the freshest ingredients. Now back to our dinner that night - truly one of the best meals I've ever had. First off, Chef Peter put together a wonderful arrangement of cold meats and cheeses during cocktail hour. Once dinner began, we started off with appetizers, he prepared seared scallops with pea puree, micro greens, and lemon foam (my personal favorite!). Next, was the seaweed papaya salad with cucumber, carrot, and sesame seeds, delicious! Our main course was a surf and turf dream - lobster tail & hanger steak with a red wine reduction, mashed potatoes and roasted asparagus (my husband's favorite and our guests as well!). Lastly, we had french crêpes with vanilla ice cream, berry sauce, and fresh fruit. Before each course Peter would come out and describe each dish, which was perfect. All of our guests absolutely loved everything! Each course was put together so beautifully - I wish I took more photos, but I was too excited to eat! Towards the end of the meal, he even cleaned up the kitchen and made sure it was spotless! I couldn't be more happy that we worked with Peter. He was able to bring our wedding that much more special. Thank you so much Peter! read more

I will not regurgitate what all others with 5 deserving stars have mentioned. However, I will attempt to share what mattered to us in few bullets as I am confident that applies to you also: 1) Prompt 2) Prepared 3) Knowledgeable 4) Passionate 5) Personable 6) Very Clean 7) Professional 8) Presentable 9) Creative 10) Timley food and course delivery 11) Perfection in taste and preparation of filet, lobster, scallops, etc. 12) Flexible (we had a last minute change and he accommodated us very well) 13) Resourceful (brought his own pots, knife, etc.) 14) Self-driven (quickly figures his way around the kitchen) 15) No hassle 16) Best of all... our lives as host became SO simple as he took care of everything! Last but not least... our guests absolutely LOVED every meal and the experience. We were impressed with how all filets were delivered at the same time despite some guests asking for medium rare, some well done, and many in between.... So... yes, would definitely recommend him and his sidekick assistant / server. In fact, I am so glad we got Chef Petr and his assistant as the flow went so much smoother and would have impacted the elegant experience that we were after. He recommended it and I am glad we trusted him. Cost... For us ended up matching a 5 star restaurant, but the service matched a 5 star restaurant in the convenience of our house as well as we were able to create a unique and memorable evening. Thanks Chef Petr read more

Peter was fabulous! Easy to communicate with prior to our planned dinner and open to suggestions. He cooked an amazing meal for our family! The food was DELICIOUS!!!! Thank you Peter ! We will be having you back soon ! read more

Had Chef Peter at our house last month for Friendsgiving, he's absolutely amazing. He was professional, friendly, and the food exceeded my expectations. I would definitely recommend him. read more

This is a long overdue review! Petr has done amazing dinners for my family over the past years. He has made each celebration an unforgettable experience. With a number of course selections he offers the amazing food catered to whatever your preference is. He even coordinated dinnerware and searing additions. We love Petr! Here are a couple snapshots of our December dinner. read more

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Chef Petr prepared an amazing meal for my husband's birthday! All of our guests were exclaiming over each of the courses, as well as the incredible service. It was great working with Petr on the menu and he was so helpful in choosing each of the appetizers, salad, and main course. He also made a beautiful charcuterie board for our guests and cooked a special meal just for the children. Chef Petr really made my husband's birthday special and memorable and I highly recommend him. read more

My group of 10 girlfriends gather annually and this year we decided to hire a chef. Chef Peter came and prepared an extraordinary sea scallop and shrimp with pea pure appetizer. It was so tasty, tender and simple. Our main meal of skirt steak sou vid and potato puree was also wonderful. The crepes with fresh fruit were also a hit. Chef Peter was fun, considerate, professional, and quiet while he worked. We'd do this again!! Thanks Chef. read more

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I hired Peter for my 30th birthday. He showed up early and was ready on time. We had a 4 courses dinner and everything was absolutely delicious (as well as beautifully served!) Peter is a true artist and a pleasure to work with. Needles to say he left our kitchen sparkling clean. If you're looking to hire a personal chef for your private event (big or small) look no further. I can't wait when we get to work with Peter again :) Thank you! read more

Peter did a phenomenal job at my mothers 60th surprise birthday dinner. He created an amazing 4 course meal that everyone enjoyed!! He was flexible and accommodating and brought all of his own kitchen tools. All of the guests wanted his card and were so impressed! I will definitely use his services again. read more

For our small party of 16 guests, Chef Peter catered an exquisite appetizer/dinner/dessert menu " Every single guest was blown away and commented about how delicious the food was. Absolutely the best decision we've made. Chef Peter is a motivated, inspired, and a very creative chef. His menu was vast and satisfactory to every palate. From his mouth watering Lamb Lollipops with Mint-Chilli Chimichurri, Ginger-garlic-chilli Shrimp& Bay Scallops, Ahi Poke with Mango in Crispy Wonton Cup and Mozzarella Skewer with Olive and Basil to an absolutely delicious main course; Sous vide Hanger Steak (melted in your mouth), Stuffed Chicken Breast with Manchego and Ham, Fresh tasty Halibut, yummy Saffron Risotto and more...! And then it came his To-Die-For dessert, Gluten-free Chocolate Fondant with Pistachio, Ice Cream and Strawberry...absolute delight!!! We can't wait to use Chef Peter for our next event!:) read more

What an amazing meal from Chef Peter! He came to our home to prepare an office holiday dinner for us and we had such a wonderful experience. We wanted to do wine pairings with each course and he worked with us to have the perfect assortment of appetizers with our plated meal. Each and every item he made was delicious. He served much better food than many of the restaurants around here! He arrived and got right to work and had all of our courses timed perfectly. When he finished, he cleaned up and our kitchen looked like it had never been used! Everyone raved about the dinner for weeks! He also was able to accommodate various dietary restrictions without sacrificing the spirit of our menu! I can't wait to work with him again. read more

This is our first time experiencing a personal chef coming to our home to cook us a four course meal. I have to say, Chef Peter went above and beyond. First off, Chef Peter arrived promptly at our place and brought all the necessary items to prepare our meal. He started prepping our meal a couple hours before our desired dinner time. Once everything was ready, dinner was served. The food was delicious! Chef Peter has really perfected the dishes that we wanted to eat and we were wowed by his culinary skills. Not only can he cook, but he is also very professional and a great conversationalist. After dinner, Chef Peter also cleans up and takes care of the dishes! Talk about superb service!! We're looking forward to hiring Chef Peter again in the near future. You won't regret this experience by hiring Chef Peter! read more