I attended an event by The Guarden and it was so beautifully done. It was for my best friend's baby shower. The menu was so delicious and the decorations and details were exquisite. Felt like I was transported into a dreamy fairy land. Sabrina and Kevin were so professional and delivered the best service. Highly recommended booking them. read more

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What can I say except the whole experience was just fantastic. From booking, crafting the menu, and then eating said menu, the whole experience was pretty stress free. My friend and I wanted to have a special birthday dinner for our hubs, so we scheduled them on a Sunday night. We provided one main dish which they then crafted a wonderful, balanced menu to complement. They are arrived on time with everything they needed and even though we didn't ask for any special decorations, the simple place settings were a lovely addition and really elevated the whole experience. Dinner started with an arancini crab cake (le amuse bouche). Buttery crab rolled into a crispy ball with a hint of yuzu to awaken the palate. Truly a unique dish the entire party enjoyed. First course was my favorite and consisted of Kona kanpachi carpaccio. Oh my sweet little tastebuds danced for joy as this was one of the best things I've ever eaten. Crispy garlic added a fun crunch, but the magical melding of the flavors in the sauce made everything just melt in your mouth. Second course was a ribeye ochazuke with a mushroom risotto that was so rich and flavorful it almost felt like it hugged your tongue and whispered sweet nothings as you chewed. We opted to upgrade the beef to wagyu so it was beautiful and as someone who doesn't eat red meat, I swapped for scallops. The ribeye was hella tender and the scallops were sheer perfection. A brief intermezzo of li hing calamansi sorbet cleansed the palate and signaled to our stomach to get ready for an onslaught of flavors. The main entree was beef Wellington (ahi Wellington for me) with a potato gratin that was a rich foundation. Everything was cooked to perfection on site, and they even provided a bit of background into their home garden which provides for the herbs and veggies used in most of the dishes. Anyone who knows me, knows I love locally sourced foods (I even buy big island beef for my dog's food), so this was a much appreciated addition. Dessert concluded the meal and while I was sad it was over, the sticky toffee pudding with toasted marshmallow ice cream sent me to cloud 9! If you want to make a special memory for any occasion, book them ASAP! You won't regret it. Chef Kevin and his fiancée are so kind and warm, it felt like family cooking for us. Even though they offer sommelier services, as a practicing oenophile, I crafted the pairings for our party and if I say so myself, I killed it. Looking at the pictures from other events, their decorations are classy and tasteful. Next time we will definitely include more courses and perhaps may splurge on a specially crafted cocktail. read more

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Kevin and Sabrina did an amazing job. They were super professional and the food was off the charts amazing. Probably the best meal I've had catered ever. Maybe ever in general. It was such a fantastic experience I hope to hire them again soon. All my guests were pleased with their meals he made adjustments for specific dietary concerns and handled everything with a great attitude. read more

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Highly recommend Chef Kevin! 5 amazing courses. I only knocked it down to 4 stars because the communication wasn't the best. Once we were in the two week window they were very on top of it however getting it booked was a bit tough. Worth it tho! read more

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Chef Kevin and Sabrina are incredibly talented and awesome people. 1000/10 experience. We surprised my boyfriend's mom for her 60th birthday and she was literally brought to tears. The decorations were something out of a movie and the food was spectacular. The only private chefs I would hire!! read more

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Our first private-chef dinner and Kevin and Sabrina were fantastic. Special surprise birthday dinner for someone special and we were so pleased with everything they did. They accommodated our only available date, took care of menu recommendations, setup the table decor, furnished all plates, glasses, and silverware, did all of the food prep on premises, plated and served with Chef Kevin providing a detailed intro for each dish, and cleaned everything up afterward as well. The food was outstanding and portions were quite generous for the types of dishes that we selected. The ingredients were very high quality and they offer many options for number of appetizers, mains, and dessert, plus add-ons and luxury upgrades. This was an outstanding high end meal served at the venue of your choice. Highly recommend The Guarden! read more

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We had a dinner catered for a group of my hula sisters. It was fantastic. From the presentation to the menu. So well planned out. It's definitely a unique experience. I would HIGHLY recommend. read more

I just finished one of the best meals of my life at my niece's home. The occasion was the celebration of the tenth wedding anniversary of my niece and her husband. Chef Kevin and Sabrina brought everything they needed to provide our group of eight with a truly memorable dining experience that I will not soon forget. The creative dishes were incredible both in taste and presentation. They say you first taste with your eyes. Our eyes were treated to wonderful plating and presentation. It got better from there as our taste buds were dazzled by the subtle yet complex layers of flavors and textures. Attention to detail was evident as many dishes were accentuated with tiny colorful edible flowers fresh from Chef Kevin's garden. As each course was served, Chef Kevin told us what the ingredients were and sometimes how the dish was prepared. Both Chef Kevin and Sabrina were very personable, too, making the unique dining experience even more pleasant and special. Having eaten at Michelin rated restaurants, I have a basis for comparison. Chef Kevin's meal ranks right up there with the best. I have no hesitation in recommending Chef Kevin and Sabrina for personal chef services. Trust me, you will not be disappointed. read more

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We had a dinner hosted by the guarden and it was fantastic. Loves everything. The service was excellent.

If you are looking for an incredibly special evening filled with the most amazing food- call The Guarden! First class all the way. Their schedule fills up quickly, so look at your calendar for this year and plan ahead for a very unique and memorable night. Don't freak out over the prices!!! If you were to go out to a nice steakhouse and also drink your fill of drinks, your per person amount would be much higher than their prices. You choose your location and can be your own bar so you can just sit back and let them do their cooking magic! Don't think you need to find a fancy place to have this dinner. They can make ANY space feel very very special! they bring everything, including the table to make the event top notch! From the first contact, you are treated wonderfully. You help in deciding the menu theme for your dinner and they do the rest. The food is just amazing. It is food that I personally would never would have had the opportunity to try. I have enjoyed two of their dinners and both were great! Would highly recommend!! read more

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I first heard of "The Guarden" during the COVID pandemic. The concept of a private chef coming to your home to prepare an exquisite dinner sounded very intriguing. My bestie had pre-booked this dinner experience for us months ahead to ensure that date was available. Kevin and Sabrina are amazing. Both very professional yet humble and easy to talk to. They have traveled to over 35 different counties to gain inspiration for their menu. We had ordered a 6 course dinner meal and added on an oyster appetizer and table set up with candles and flowers. Sabrina set up the table in about 15 mins and it turned out beautifully for the birthday girl. You have the option of choosing the linen color, table runner, and napkins to customize to the theme of the event. Although the portions were on the smaller end you could definitely taste the quality of the food. Food taste was 10/10! I really appreciated that a lot of the greens were either locally grown in their garden or brought in from local farms. I'm already thinking of the next special event to book them for! Don't wait too long because there weekends are filled for the next 2 months! read more

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Best dining experience done at home by Chefs Kevin and Sabrina. Both so friendly and knowledgeable read more

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Kevin and Sabrina spoiled us for our 10th anniversary with a dinner we will never forget. They were organized and professional, bringing everything including tablecloths and dinnerware and cleaned up afterwards including leaving our stove looking better than when they came. They helped build the menu using our preferences and favorites but putting their own creativity into it and executed it above our expectations. They were also very personable and explained everything including the edible flowers and other ingredients that they grow in their garden. Overall a wonderful experience, and we can't wait for the next time! read more

Celebrated our friend's birthday and our experience was AMAZING! I honestly loooooved every dish. You have to contact them to reserve a date, with location details, and also choosing how many courses you would want and what dishes you would like to see. Not only the food was amazing, but decor was gorgeous! I would love to do this again! read more

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The Guarden could not have bloomed at such a better time! The pandemic has put a lot of celebrations and parties on hold--but The Guarden delivered such a life changing and memorable experience. Chef Kevin and his lovely and talented partner, Sabrina puts together the most epic experience!! From decor, the attention to details, and magnificent flavor combinations, all while supporting local farms to table concept; just breathtaking!! I'd reach out to The Guarden to celebrate a cousins baby shower-- it was the easiest planning ever! Communication with The Guarden was so easy, detailed, and they pretty much handled all the stress! I basically told them what color and theme we were going for, selected a 4 course menu based on a large variety of dish choices, and POOF the magic happens! We went for a pink/green theme for baby girl on the way and we were sooo impressed with the dishes, decor, glassware etc! Chef Kevin informed us that the menu was completely customizable, beginning with taste preference, cuisine preference, allergies and diet restrictions, and if you want more seafood, more veggies, or more meat options. They came so prepared and we had little to stress about. It was sooo convenient for them to come and cook at my cousins home! And it felt so intimate and safe considering it was in the comfort of our place/home. What a plus since it was hard to get a table for greater than 6 at a time. Upon reserving with them, I had mentioned it would be a full on surprise! They were sooo kind enough to accommodate by coming early to set up and cooked in a timely manner. The execution and freshness to each dish that Chef Kevin had prepared was out of this world!! Sabrina's genuine and friendly service made this experience soo welcoming and elegant! We decided to make our own little bar area but I also am interested in trying out The Guardens bar cart service at a next event! Let's talk dishes: opted for the 4 course and decided to do a mix of seafood and meat entrees. Ugh still drooling over them. Based on our preferences Chef Kevin created this menu: Amuse bouche Hawaiian breadfruit Dauphine Macadamia nut pesto, creme fraiche, Parmesan, black pepper First course Bubu crusted Scallop Risotto Mushroom dashi risotto, ao nori, Honshimeiji mushrooms, smoked trout roe and scallion beurre blanc, ume Second course Soy braised Pork belly Butternut squash purée, stir fried sweet potato greens, crispy garlic, Annato-chili oil Intermezzo Li Hing calamansi sorbet Entree Surf and turf Red wine braised short rib and butter poached lobster tail Truffled potato purée, seared king oyster mushroom, buttered corn, demi glacé, scallion beurre blanc Dessert Creme brûlée Fresh strawberry, warm kūlolo, whipped cream Less than $175/person including luxury charge of the lobster. TOTALLY WORTH IT. Our taste buds went on a total adventure! Favor profile and balance of flavors were 10/10!!! TLDR: Overall a once in a lifetime experience (or more-- def going to be booking more events with them). Such a beautiful experience!! Nothing short of amazing by the creative and delicious work of Kevin + Sabrina! The pride and love that they show in their work, details, and execution is one of a kind! Soo grateful to experience The Guarden and soo awesome to see how much this Guarden has grown! Be sure to book in advance because spots tend to fill up so quick! Thank you again The Guarden; for this blooming experience!!! read more

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A MUST TRY EXPERIENCE! They come to where you'd like, and they make it an experience! The food is 100/10 in flavor and presentation! All I can say is, tell them what you want and you won't be disappointed! The fish dishes are superb - the intermezzo is something they should sell because let me tell you it is AMAZING. Custom it to what you want and like ie seafood, meat; add on extras like crab or lobster. Seriously everything is better than you can imagine. They come they set up, they clean up. They are better than going out! You can book them through Instagram but you gotta be fast because they are fast to fill up! Go try! read more

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Kevin and Sabrina are amazing! We had them cater our wedding on 2/13/22, it was the best food us or our ohana had ever had! Their skill from homegrown garden fresh food from their personal garden, to the way it was prepared and served was amazing! The flavors, the pairing, the courses and how they described in detail the course after it had been offered was by far superior to any restaurant or service I have ever seen, even on television. We have been thinking of ways to get them to return and have thought of having small intimate dinners on our anniversary's to come, just to enjoy their presence and food again and remember the best day of our lives! Kevin and Sabrina, thank you for making our day so much more that we ever could have imagined! read more

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Amazing to say the least!!! If you are in Oahu looking for a memorable experience either romantic or with friends you have to contact @the__guarden ! The food and service was the best I've ever had and we felt like we where traveling the world with every bite. I'm telling you imagine flavors just bursting into your mouth just taking you somewhere else. This couple will not disappoint you, they even set up the mood with decorations and music . Thank you so much for sharing your gift and passion with us. We will be doing this again! read more

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I can't say enough amazing things about The Guarden! More than just a delicious meal, they provide a memorable experience! Sabrina sets up the most beautiful table setting, and acts as a wonderful host. Except it's all in the comfort of your own home! Chef Kevin was born to create great food. The dishes he puts forth are full of technique, beauty, and amazing flavor! I've had The Guarden come twice and both meals are on my list of the 5 most amazing meals I've ever had. I leave the meal thinking about how tasty everything was and yet craving the next time I can have them over again. I recommend The Guarden to anyone who wants the most delicious, five-star, dining experience. read more

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Chef Kevin and Sabrina were amazing! We had them create our 20th wedding celebration dinner for our closest loved ones. They made a custom menu just for us, decorated beautifully and interacted with us through the evening. Not only was the meal amazing but the whole atmosphere throughout the evening was more than I could have planned or anticipated. This personalized chef meal was the highlight of our trip to Oahu, Hawaii. Thank you for making our anniversary so memorable and special! read more

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I cannot even begin to describe how fabulous our at home dining experience for my husband's 45th birthday was with Chef Kevin and his amazing partner Sabrina ( who catered to everyone's needs and was on top of everything!) This experience was more exciting and by far a thousand times more delicious than any restaurant I could even think go to. I also have to add that they can decorate the hell out of a table setting! My mouth dropped when I saw how beautiful everything was. These two are amazing and the food is to die for!!! I plan to use them again soon, but they are always booked out so make your reservation with them asap! Thank you Chef Kevin and Sabrina for the most spectacular dining experience ever!!!!!! See you soon!!! read more

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I can't say enough to express how beautiful and intimate Kev and Sabrina made this experience. Every course was so delicious and well balanced. The setting they provided was absolutely gorgeous and fit the atmosphere we had. It was truly unforgettable and they clearly took so much effort and thought into putting it all together. The communication leading up to the dinner was great and everything was flawless. It was also AMAZING to be able to relax after and not have a heaping pile of dishes! Thank you so much for an unforgettable night! read more

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Two words to start: Worth it! We've booked with The Guarden twice in the past year and after each experience we look at our calendar to when we should book next! I'm a pretty laid back individual so going out to eat isn't of the highest priority, but if you said you could bring the fine dining to my home, I'd give it a shot. Let me just tell you, it was definitely a shot worth taking. Kevin & Sabrina make a great team and make sure you feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the night. Chef Kevin explains each dish as it's being served and Sabrina adds to the experience by creating a beautiful table setting as well as checking in throughout the night to make sure you're taken care of. The food is amazing. Being pretty picky, Chef Kevin is still able to create a menu that satisfies my taste buds and definitely has me wanting leftovers. The food is so good though, leftovers are rare! The menu is catered to you and your party so there's really nothing bad to say about that. I also enjoy the fact that they make it a point to say goodbye at the end of the event! That might not seem like a big deal to most but being huge on hospitality, I admire the love and care put into each moment spent with them! Mahalo nui loa Kevin & Sabrina. Will definitely be booking over and over! read more

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We hired Guarden for our daughter's small wedding (21 guests). The food was sublime. Kevin worked with the groom to design a menu that focused on locally sourced organic seafood and produce. We had some sophisticated gourmands from NYC and Jackson Hole, WY, who were delighted and impressed by the dinner. Truly world class cuisine, Hawaiian style, in the comfort of your home. read more

Everything was perfect! The food was amazing and customized to what our guest of honor loved. Everything was plated beautifully. We were amazed at how well organized Chef Kevin and Sabrina were. Our group felt if Chef Kevin was at a restaurant he would have received at least 1 Michelin Star. Sabrina decorated our table beautifully and made everything extra special, We chose Hawaiian/Asian Fusion as our theme. read more

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The Guarden by far was the most amazing fine dining experience I had ever had. My boyfriend and I was invited to our friends's Anniversary dinner at their home. The setting was amazing, the Menu was so awesome and very detailed. The chefs were so friendly. The food was so delicious! I loved how everything tasted and the presentation was so beautiful. Each dish was created with so much love. The chefs were amazing. I can't wait to dine with The Guarden again! I highly recommend this dinning experience for my family and friends. Thank you The Guarden for the Amazing dinning experience:) read more

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Our experience with The Guarden was exceptional. Kevin and Sabrina's passion and expertise for culinary and aesthetics truly shows throughout the entire evening from start to finish. They're very professional, clean & mindful the minute they step into your home providing quality service and delicious dishes. After traveling around the world, the different cuisines and diverse flavors can be recognized in Kevin's cooking, along with his plating presentation. Our guests also admired them incorporating locally sourced produce and 'farm to table' vegetables grown in their "guarden" into their dishes as well. We also appreciate the fact that they were mindful of some dietary restrictions for our guests and it was easy to alter the menu for pescatarians while still allowing those 'meat' eaters to enjoy dishes as well. For example, they cooked the Ahi Carpaccio dish for one guest who didnt eat raw fish & subbed a salmon dish for the main course instead of serving a short rib for other guests. We had sent Sabrina a picture of the dining room, and we allowed her to design as she pleased. Sabrina definitely has an eye and skill for aesthetics as well flower arrangements. Sabrina nailed the vision and the dining setup truly provided a beautiful ambiance for the night. We forgot we were in a home! Overall, our experience with The Guarden was amazing. They're professional, provide flavorful dishes, create a beautiful ambiance to enjoy dinner in the comfort of your own home and are very professional. 5 course meal, 8 guests dining. read more

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Omg... this was an amazing experience.... Kevin and Sabrina are amazing.... they create a custom menu for your private dining experience and use the freshest ingredients... some of their produce and herbs come from their own guarden (Kevin's last name is Guard so they made a fun play on his name and their home garden). They bring all the tableware, glasses, etc. You just supply the location, kitchen and drinks! It is on the pricey side butttt TOTALLY worth every cent bc you get a custom, personalized experience. plus Kevin and Sabrina are so nice and personable!! They bring their experience of their many travels abroad to their creative menus and concepts. Dishes taste just as gorgeous as they look!! A bunch of friends had awesome experiences with them so our group of friends wanted to try it out too! I've attached photos of our menu which my friend coordinated with Kevin to design (Hawaiian fusion) but they can do all different types of styles of cuisine! Book them for a perfect at-home personalized dining experience. read more

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Probably the best personal chef experience on the island. Kevin & Sabrina personalize every single dish and really make it their own. It was probably one of the best meals I had this year. For starters, we had a charcuterie platter and then for the 5-course meal, it was personalized for my best friend's birthday as a "travel around the world" meal. We traveled around the world from Thailand, Italy, Japan, and I think Kauai. Everything was so amazing that I definitely would recommend to any friend or family member looking to have a delicious meal cooked for you at your home. They also decorate the table to your liking with some beautiful flower arrangements as an extra. And now, they also offer live music! Book them early! They book so quickly because they're that good! read more

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Our dining experience with Chef Kevin and Sabrina of The Guarden was Ten Plus stars and truly amazing! We highly recommend their private chef services for your special occasion. We've already rebooked them for our 30-year wedding anniversary next year. Each seafood platter was beautifully presented and so delicious! Our favorite dishes were prepared for us including chilled oysters, oysters Rockefeller, hamachi crudo, shrimp cocktail, escargot, foie gras, Caesar salad, and Pan roasted Filet Mignon Sous vide. Service was outstanding! Price was so worth it. There's nothing like a fine dining experience with friends and family at home. They bring their pretty dishes and glassware and decorate for the event. Happy customers!!! read more

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Had an amazing time having The Guarden at our hale. If you guys know me I'm not a super fancy food person but I have to say that this experience was amazing. The food was amazing, the decorations that set the ambiance and complimented our place was on point, and the best part was the service and hearing their heart behind their business. Recommend them to anyone and everyone. Thanks guy. We appreciate you taking the time out of your busy schedule to hang out with us read more

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If you're contemplating booking with Sabrina and Kevin... JUST DO IT! Their calendars book up fast! I promise it will be worth every single penny! We booked them for an intimate lunch in celebration of two wedding anniversaries and by the end of the meal we were already planning for our next event with Kevin. The food is unbelievably delicious and locally sourced. The experience they provide couldn't be any better. Kevin and Sabrina are so creative and flexible. We have young kids and they were so understanding if we needed to adjust or tweak our menus at the last minute! It's Such a huge plus that everything is so customized to your preference. I love them so much that I requested gift certificates to give out to my family members for the holidays so they can personally enjoy their own experience with The Guarden! read more

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We were spoiled last night! The food was excellent, the tablescape was gorgeous! The convenience of having an event come to you is unparalleled, and they did such a good job explaining each dish, where the ingredients were sourced, and communicating about the event along the way. Would love to do this again and again and again! Do not hesitate to book, their calendar fills up months in advance for good reason! read more

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I was lucky enough to dine with The Guarden twice this year, they do not disappoint. Not only is the food 10/10, it's a whole experience! From Sabrina's creative detail of the beautiful decorations to Kevin's fancy plating! Every last detail is thought of and curated by these two. I can't wait to book another dinner! read more

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The Guarden experience is something you will only encounter this unique and exquisite taste. If you're into quality and details for your event, or even a romantic dining for impressing vibes, taste and views then this is the top choice recommendation .Share your beautiful memories with your lovely ones.You and your party will NEVER FORGET THE GUARDEN, i guarantee you will want to book again and share this amazing finding! read more

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LET ME TELLLLLL YOU!!! Ive had The Guarden two years in a row for my birthday and I do not even live in Hawaii anymore. The food is impeccable, the service is outstanding, the pairings are insane. The fact that they use homegrown herbs and such in their cooking is so awesome to me. I'll add more pictures later, but you literally cannot go wrong booking with them. From the vegan, gluten free, and allergy sensitive items they provide there is literally something for everyone. I'll be adding some pictures later, but book with Kev and Sabrina. There's no possible way you could regret it. It's Michelin star experience hands down. read more

Had an amazing evening while on vacation on Oahu, thanks to Kevin and Sabrina! Rather than shell out for a babysitter and deal with the logistics of making a reservation, transportation, etc., our group of five decided to hire a private chef to come to our condo and cook for us. I am SO glad we did, because we had an amazing, totally stress free experience sampling some local flavors and supporting a small business! Even with only TWO days notice, Chef Kevin whipped up a 5+ course tasting menu based on our specifications and they brought everything needed (including plates, silverware, even napkins). Sabrina even sent pictures of the evening's dishes, and Chef sent a thorough list of bar and restaurant recommendations the next day! I cannot recommend The Guarden enough, whether you're looking to host a small dinner at home or cater a large event - awesome experience. read more

Private chef....just think about that for a sec. Would you if you could? Absofreakinglutely!!!! A great experience, wonderful birthday celebration dinner, good food and even better company! Personalized menu, elegant table setting and decor and reasonable prices! If you're looking for something unique, give them a try! read more

This was one of the best dining experiences I have ever had and it was all from the comfort of my home! The food was delicious and super filling. Planning and coordination was super easy and stress free. Highly recommend for anniversaries, birthdays, holidays or any special event. read more

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