Chef Jay was incredible! I contacted him to help with a dinner for my friend's bachelorette party in Palm Springs. He was quick to respond and was very professional from our first point of contact, which made me really confident in the level of service we'd have for our special evening. On the day of, everything was perfectly executed and all the guests really enjoyed his energy. He truly made us all feel catered to and we felt like he was part of our friend group! The food was incredible and everyone kept raving about how smooth of a process it was, from prep, to serve, to clean up. He was great at just integrating himself into the evening in a way that felt natural and incredibly comforting. 1000% would work with Chef Jay again and would recommend to anyone looking for a private chef! read more

Chef Jay was absolutely incredible!!! Truly a highlight of our trip. We hired him for my sister's bachelorette in Palm Desert with a group of 19 girls, and he executed everything flawlessly from start to finish. The food was amazing! Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can tell he really cares about the quality and experience. Beyond that, Chef Jay was so professional, organized, and easy to work with leading up to the event, which made planning seamless. What really stood out was how friendly and fun he was with the group He brought such a great energy while still running everything perfectly behind the scenes. 10/10 experience! We would absolutely use him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for an elevated, stress-free dining experience. read more

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I was recommended Chef Jay by a close friend, and I cannot say enough good things about our private chef experience! From my initial outreach regarding his services to the days leading up to the event, his communication was consistently quick, friendly and professional. The food was absolutely delicious and provided the perfect culinary experience for our bachelorette party weekend in Palm Springs. I'm already looking forward to booking him again for another occasion! read more

Chef Jay was such a pleasure to work with. He was extremely communicative from the start, and clear and patient in answering all my questions regarding allergy accomodations for our group of 15 with 2 celiacs. He was honest, on time, and flexible when a schedule change forced a last minute change of plans. In the kitchen, he was friendly and efficient, and kindly allowed my teenage son and I to ask all kinds of questions about what he was doing. His food was absolutely delicious, and I wouldn't hesitate to use his services again in the future. read more

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Chef Jay and his food was above and beyond my expectations. His response to my initial inquiry was prompt and direct. I was able to review menus and pricing quickly. His reviews along with experience made it an easy choice to have him create an amazing Mediterranean meal for the bachelorette party I was hosting. Every single girl commented on how professional Chef was and that they could never walk into a strangers kitchen and cook a meal that great, oh and not to mention he cleaned and packed up our leftovers. Everything he made was delicious fresh and from scratch. There was not any prepared or packaged foods. I still dream about the grilled sourdough bread and prawns!! Highly recommend Jay and hope that one day we meet again. read more

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We hired Jay as the personal chef for a queer birthday party and it was one of the best decisions we made. Jay was incredibly personable and easy to work with. So many menus and dishes to choose from. Yum! Thoughtful, organized, zero ego; Jay brings a calm, confident energy that made planning feel seamless instead of stressful. The food? Truly excellent. We had multiple vegan guests (hey hey!) and the options were not an afterthought -- they were creative, flavorful, beautifully plated, and genuinely exciting. Everyone (vegans and non-vegans alike) kept going back for more. Nothing felt heavy or fussy -- just vibrant, balanced, and delicious. Jay has that rare ability to be both a totally famous person and completely behind the scenes in our space. His presentation (he gave little speeches about each dish!) was joyful and celebratory without being over the top. It elevated the whole trip. If you want food that feels special, inclusive, and beautifully executed - and a chef who brings warmth and smooth execution to your event - it's Jay all the way. I absolutely will bring him in to cook for my own personal girls trips + events and retreats! read more

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Chef Jay is very talented chef with a fantastic personality! We enjoyed his company & each course we created especially for our group of 12. We're looking forward to reserving him again for another special evening! read more

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Chef Jay curated a beautiful and delicious meal for our large group in Palm Springs. He was extremely professional, on time and worked hard throughout the day to make my birthday dinner special. I can't recommend him enough. If you are looking for a chef in the Palm Springs area (or anywhere else he services) then look no further!! You will not be disappointed. Thank you, Chef Jay, for a memorable experience we will always treasure!!! read more

Chef Jay's Mediterranean dinner was hands-down the best meal we had in Palm Springs!! He delighted us with the aromatic smells and the deliciousness of each hand crafted appetizer and entree. We opted for the side of roasted potatoes, and I have to say those were the best potatoes I have ever had! Chef Jay was so generous and explained each dish and gave us an amazing insight to his journey as a Chef. This was such a great experience and I look forward to booking with Chef Jay in the future! read more

We had the absolute pleasure of having Los Michoacans cater our family gathering in Thermal, California, and they were outstanding. Robert, our chef, set up an outdoor grill and served incredible pork, chicken, and shrimp tacos -- everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The ingredients were top quality, the tacos came hot off the grill, and the setup made the whole experience feel festive and seamless. Robert was professional, punctual, and easy to work with, and the service could not have been better. On top of that, the price was very reasonable for the amount of food, and we even had plenty of leftovers to enjoy for breakfast the next morning. If you're looking for authentic, high-quality tacos with a chef who brings everything to you, I can't recommend Los Michoacans enough! read more

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Chef Jay prepared dinner for our group of 10 to celebrate my dad's birthday in Palm Springs. It was incredible!!! He got started in the early afternoon and worked continuously all the way through dinner cleanup. Super strong work ethic and out of this world food! We had the Chilean sea bass and rack of lamb for our mains and both were crazy good (as well as all the appetizers and sides)! He is so fun to talk to, and his food absolutely speaks for itself (although he does a perfect job explaining it too)! Don't hesitate to reach and and book Jay! He's the best. read more

I Hired Chef Jay Wright after reading all the 5 star reviews on how excellent a chef he is and he did not disappoint! In fact we gave him an Entree that we would like and he went above and beyond to create the Perfect meal.. My niece is highly allergic to shellfish & nuts and he made sure they were not on the menu or in the house..He is truly a professional in his field of cooking and I would highly recommend him for your next party as I will be doing in the future.. Thank you Chef Jay!!! read more

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Chef Jay absolutely nailed my 40th Birthday dinner! The food was delicious! Would hire him again for any event! read more

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Had the pleasure of having Chef Jay cook for us for my wife's birthday. The meal was one of the best we have ever had! His food was amazing and he was super nice and friendly. Would definitely hire him again! read more

Chef Jay is truly a culinary artist! We had him cook dinner for us at a Palm Springs girls dinner. He was prompt to respond via email and we were able to set everything up no problem before the day of service. He has so many amazing menus to choose from and customize it was hard to decide what we wanted! He was transparent with pricing and professional to communicate with. Upon arrival at the Airbnb he exuded friendliness and positivity. He worked in the kitchen with what was there for him to use and we were shocked at how he made a restaurant quality (honestly better than most restaurants!!) in that kitchen having never been there before. He served our meal and cleaned and truly was a joy to have at the house. Now most importantly - THE FOOD!!!! It was so amazing that the table fell quiet after being served because we were too busy enjoying what we were eating. He has such an amazing balance of flavors and textures. We did fried Mac and cheese, biscuits, salad, Swedish meatballs, and Korean fries chicken. The serving sizes were also more than enough to the point where we have a generous amount of leftovers. If you are considering hiring a private chef, you have to choose Chef Jay! I already am wondering how to get back to Palm Springs to have him make another meal. read more

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Chef Jay prepared the most delicious meal to help us celebrate my sister's bachelorette party in Palm Springs. We had the Mediterranean menu and everything was phenomenal especially the sea bass, steak and dips! He stayed after to clean and put away the food and left our kitchen even cleaner than we arrived! He was truly a pleasure and I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a chef! 5 star experience! read more

Chef Jay was AMAZING! We hired him for a 50th birthday dinner, and he blew us away with the delicious food and service. He is super responsive and helped me pick out a menu that was perfect for our group. Every course was not only gorgeous, but a culinary delight. Our guests were in heaven. The endive salad, croquettes, tuna tartar, Chilean sea bass, & braised short ribs were so delicious. His cheesecake dessert is to die for. Chef Jay prepared everything at the Airbnb, and the house smelled so amazing all day. He arrived at 1:30pm and prepared dinner, ready to be served at 6:30pm. He also recommended wine pairings for the dinner. The timing of every course was perfect, and we had more than enough food. We were able to enjoy leftovers he day after. After dinner, he cleaned up everything and left the place spotless. He is incredibly personable and was a delight to work with. Thank you so much for blessing us with a fantastic experience and a memorable night. We would book him again in a heartbeat. read more

We worked with Chef Jay for two family dinners for my mom's big birthday. Would give him 10 stars if we could. The food was absolutely incredible. Multiple people said Chef Jay's meals were their favorite meals of the whole trip (and Palm Springs has some really good food!). He was communicative, super clean, and incredibly accommodating to some restrictions our party had. He made the planning process so easy. We would absolutely work with him again if we go back to Palm Springs. Thank you, Chef Jay! read more

Chef Jay was fantastic, very responsive and easy to work with. Showed up early to make sure dinner was prepared at time we suggested. The food was chef's kiss, just amazing. (See photos) We even had left overs the next day. If you are in the Palm Springs area, I would 100% recommend him. read more

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From the moment we reached out, he was quick to respond and super helpful in customizing a menu that matched our group's taste. The food? Absolutely fantastic. We were having such a great time we barely took any photos--but trust me, every dish was a hit. Chef Jay prepared everything right in our Airbnb, filling the house with the most amazing smells. He shared insights about his culinary background, served us like pros, and then cleaned up better than any man we've ever seen--truly the full package! We went with a four-course, family-style Baja California menu. He started us off with Ahi Tuna Tostadas and Aquachiles, followed by a tableside Tijuana Caesar salad that perfectly bridged the starters and mains. The main course featured Chargrilled Baja Chicken and Birria Tacos, plus homemade charro beans and chips. Every bite was delicious, and the leftovers the next morning were lifesavers for our slight hangovers. We'd 100% book Chef Jay again--whether in Palm Springs or San Diego! read more

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We asked Chef Jay to join us for a girls trip dinner in Palm Springs. From the set-up to the cooking to the clean up, it was such a great experience. He is extremely responsive and professional and wants to make sure your meal is tailored exactly to your group. We had the Mushroom Arancini, White Peaches and Burrata, and Carbonara. Everything was absolutely amazing and one of the biggest highlights of our trip! We loved that he is completely open to questions along the way (even while prepping) and also felt like we had plenty of time / space to enjoy the meal. We can't wait to have him join us again! read more

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Jay cooked us an incredible meal at our airbnb over the weekend. Delicious, fresh food with meticulous presentation. Would hire him again in a heartbeat! read more

Wow, I had high hopes for my birthday dinner with Jay and boy did he exceed them. He came early, he was so fun to talk to while he cooked and we sat at the kitchen island and nattered at him, and his meal was aaaaaammmazing. It was so tasty, there was so much food that no one was left with even an ounce of hunger, and he left the kitchen spotless. I'd fly Jay to the moon to cater an event for me. read more

We celebrated our wedding a few weeks ago and we are STILL talking about how delicious our dinner was! This was our first experience having a private chef and I am so glad we went this route for our small celebration. Not only is Chef Jay a very talented chef, but he is also fun and personable. Our guests really enjoyed talking to him and he truly felt like another family member. From the start of the planning process, he was so accommodating and made some excellent suggestions for our dinner. We were really happy with how everything turned out and we got so many compliments from our guests! If you are reading through many reviews like I was and considering Chef Jay, don't miss your chance to have him at your event. He is truly one-of-a-kind! read more

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Cannot recommend Chef Jay highly enough for your event! He will provide amazing vibes and incredibly delicious food. While he was prepping away in the kitchen, our group was either out by the pool or running errands, and Jay was great at flexing between doing his own thing or chatting to us depending on who was around, and answering all my questions about Food Network appearances :) His presence was very laid back and relaxing and did not put any burden on the guests, which really makes a positive difference when leading up to a special event. He was also flexible in using the available kitchen tools - for example, I think we ran out of paper towels and needed some dishes washed between courses, and he made it all happen seamlessly. And the food was varied and so yummy. In particular the mediterranean spread had such delightful bites and dips - the marinated mushrooms, hummus and feta were bursting with flavor and freshness. Even the somewhat picky kids at the table enjoyed each of the dishes. All in all, Jay facilitated an incredible experience for us, and we would not hesitate to book him again if in the area. If you're considering, just do it - you will not regret it. read more

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Chef Jay is THE MAN. Super professional but also kind, thoughtful, and so fun to be around. His communication leading up to my event was seamless and easy. Jay arrived on time and was very prepared and cooked all day with an ease- zero 'stressed' vibe, chatted with my kids who were curious about what he was cooking. Additionally, the food was AMAZING. Like legit good. He and his colleague cleaned my kitchen through the day (while cooking) and then left it clean and tidy when they were all wrapped up. 10/10 on every metric. Thank you Chef Jay- until next time- because there will be a next time :) read more

Hired Chef Wright for my friend's bachelor party in Palm Springs and he was INCREDIBLE! The food was amazing! And the service was top tear! He even made an off menu dessert bc my friend likes meringue so much. I felt like a diva with all my demands but he always responded quickly and was receptive to my vision. Will def work with him again in the future! read more

We LOVED Chef Jay when he came to our Palm Springs Air B&B to cook us a lovely dinner. We were visiting for the week between Christmas and New Years and decided to have a special dinner to celebrate the holidays. Our menu was Caesar salad, meat loaf, mashed potatoes, green beans, and brussel sprouts. Jay arrived about 3pm to prepare for a 6pm dinner. He made an AMAZING meal. Everything tasted wonderful. It was a real treat for us to be served by this fantastic chef. He even cleaned up afterwords! Left our tummies full and our kitchen clean. Jay was super friendly and great to interact with. Would highly recommend him! read more

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Chef Jay was easy to work with, responsive all the time, showed up early and provided all of the services as promised. The food was exceptional and beautiful. We enjoyed every minute of the experience and would definitely recommend him! read more

We had Chef Jay over for a dinner and brunch the next day. I must say that he is an expert at his craft! The food was made to perfection on top of the overall world class service he provided. If you are ever serious about eating great food, please make sure you give Jay a call! Thank you Chef! read more

Chef Jay was absolutely amazing! The food was out of this world and was extremely professional. The lamb lollipops were ridiculously good! And I don't even like lamb! I will book Chef Jay over and over again! read more

Jay's food, from flavor to presentation, was incredible. I'd give him 15 stars if I could. Would 100% recommend.

While this was my first time hiring a private chef, I feel like I'm now an expert . I will expect this from a service like this moving forward, You are reading this review, so here are three things to consider: 1. Chef Jay stands by his food: Let me tell you....This. Guy. Can. Cook. Our menu consisted of the following: Seafood Tower, French Onion Soup, Filet Mignon, and a Key Lime Pie (all items that my boyfriend would love to consume in celebration of his 40th birthday in San Diego). Chef Jay said that he would love the French onion soup he makes, and he wasn't lying. The bf said it was the best French onion soup he has ever had hands down. Our party of six would get real quiet between each meal due to all of us devouring and would spit out a few grunts and mmms in between... then afterward we would spend a good few minutes talking about how everything was so dang good. 2. Chef Jay is easy to work with: Chef had a variety of items to choose and he gave me suggestions of what items would pair well together based on the my BFs food faves and some other accommodations in the party. He was reasonably responsive to my emails, and from day one of planning down to the big surprise he matched my overall excitement in making the day a huge success. 3. Chef Jay is consistent: I think when you are looking for a service like this, or a partner to work with, he is really is that guy. His reviews speak for themselves, and truly I am so grateful to have used him to be special part of this day. He treats all of his clients like family, (in a good way of course! he speaks about the important people in his life with care) and he brought a huge smile to everyone's faces with his funny stories and experiences as a chef. He left all of us with full satisfied bellies, a memory of a wonderful meal together, and also a clean kitchen afterwards! We'll be talking about this day for years to come that is for certain. Thanks again Chef! read more

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Chef Jay is the reason my 50th birthday weekend was a rousing success. Words do not do Chef justice, but I am going to try. His level of professionalism is next to none. He communicated throughout the entirety of the process (and for a Type A+ person like me, that's huge). He was exceptionally thoughtful, thorough, and trustworthy. By way of example, he arrived at our rental home shortly after we did. He got set up in the kitchen and made it his own. The other girls and I left him alone and we began our partying and chatting. He was cognizant that we were having our fun and was in his own world the entire time. Many of the girls had severe food allergies (and a few simply had preferences) and he made exquisite food that no only tasted AMAZING (it's been a month and I still dream about his chorizo dish) but made sure we were all safe! Everything was fresh - he even made us homemade chips. Now onto his menus, they are made for even the pickiest eater. We decided to do "family style" and we also picked an item that was on a different menu for our meal. He is extremely flexible and amenable to YOU having what you want. I could honestly talk about him forever, but I will end with this - every single time we return to Palm Springs, we will hire him (if he's available) and next time, we will hire him for the entire weekend. His food is absolutely in line with what you would receive at 5 star restaurants and he is worth every single dollar! If you can't already tell, I HIGHLY recommend Chef Jay! read more

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Chef Jay was great! He cooked for our two families ( with 4 adults and 4 kids). he did a great job of accommodating vegetarian diets as well. His menus were tasty and he showed up with all the produce did all the cooking and clean up. We loved his food and would recommend using him in the future. read more

We rented a beach house for a week in La Jolla for a special family event. One of the items on our to-do list was a chef-driven dinner to be done at our location. I had in my mind how I wanted it to work: the chef and I would produce a menu based on their favorites and skills, he would source the menu, come to our location and prep, cook, and serve the various menu courses, and finally clean up the kitchen that was used. We SCORED with Chef Jay. Our final menu: his favorite charcuterie board appetizer, a wedge salad with blue cheese and bacon crumbles, and crabmeat stuffed halibut with risotto, and asparagus. It was as good as it sounds. We did our own bar, served our own Oregon wine, and made our own marble cake birthday cake. We wanted to do all that and Chef enthusiastically supported it. Chef Jay is a talented chef, a great communicator, and an all-around nice guy. He and I worked well together and the event was as perfect as it sounds. If you are in need of a personal chef in the San Diego or Palm Springs area, Chef Jay is your man. read more

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Chef Jay is worth every cent and more! What makes him special is that he is truly cooking not just from scratch but from heart and soul -- and believe me: you can taste it in his food! We went for the soul food menu for my sister's bday weekend and let me tell you!!! The BISCUITS?! Best I have ever had in my life and not even close. Fried deviled eggs with caviar?! Baby!! And the fried chicken!? I know fried chicken is omnipresent, but HIS is truly special. Recommended 100%. Additionally, Jay was very communicative, timely, friendly and took time to work with me on the menu. Please book him now! read more

Chef Jay prepared an outstanding meal for our girls trip at an AirBnB in Palm Springs. We custom picked options from his amazing menus. He spent all afternoon cooking and interacting with all of us girls acting like fools. His fried deviled eggs with caviar appetizer is a show stopper. His salads featuring grilled peaches, burrata, beets, goat cheese were to die for delicious. We could have stopped there and been totally satisfied but then came out our entrees of sea bass and tenderloin. Just a fantastic meal and really fun time with this chef. And to top it all off, he cleaned everything and left the kitchen pristine. I can't recommend him enough. read more

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If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! I contacted Chef Jay through Yelp about cooking for a bachelorette I was planning in Palm Springs. Chef Jay was quick to respond, gave me lots of options and recommendations to choose from, and made the whole planning process easy. We decided to go for Southern Comfort/American food for our group of 6, so we did a mix of individual plated and family style items (and a special request for a Filipino appetizer). Our menu looked like this: Salad: Gorgonzola Wedge  Appetizers: Lumpia, Caramelized Brussel Sprouts Entrée: Grilled Ribeye Dessert: Crème Brûlée Bananas Foster  During the night, not only was he attentive to cooking our food but to also our girls! He was such a pleasure to hang out with and talk to as he cooked, and we really appreciated his kindness and energy. Oh and did I mention that this meal was the best meal I've ever had? Us girls were so blown away by each course. I still think about how good everything was. Another plus to mention is that he cleaned the kitchen area after cooking! He used our Airbnb's appliances and amenities to cook but loaded the dishwasher up and kept everything tidy while cooking and before leaving. He even left us some unused ingredients and food items from cooking our meal. It was really thoughtful and considerate of him to do that. If you have the means to connect with Chef Jay for an occasion, I highly recommend you do so! You will not regret it. read more

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I partnered with Chef Jay for a team building experience in my kitchen. He worked closely with me to plan the menu because I wanted it to be interactive and enjoyable for everyone on my team. He arrives fully prepared and uses the freshest and highest quality ingredients he can find. He did a thorough briefing of what we would be doing, and had stations set up for everyone. We prepared and enjoyed a delicious Asian-inspired menu. I can't recommend The Wright Service enough for a team building like mine. I have no doubt that hiring Chef Jay to cook for your special event would be spectacular. He keeps the kitchen immaculate while preparing and left my kitchen looking better than he found it! Yes, Chef! read more