Somebody should have maybe warned Nick Nolan that I'd be picky. He was really responsive and easy…read moreto work with for a last minute private birthday dinner on Labor Day Weekend. After a back and forth a few times via email we settled on a menu. He and his wife arrived perfectly on time, completely ready to prepare our yummy dinner. Even my brother, harder to please than I, raved about our dinner with filet mignon, brown butter mashed potatoes and olive oil roasted vegetables. Appetizers were yum - brie with puff pastry and apricot, bacon-wrapped dates and summer tomato bruschetta. They were extordinarly accommodating with a unexpected drop-in guest. Can't say enough nice things about the food and service. Thank you.

Erica was great, detailed, and accommodating to my requests for a private chef for a weekend. She…read morewas nothing short of professional and I appreciate all of the time she took to understand what I wanted. She also provided some great ideas to help alleviate some of the hurdles I was facing with the planning. Would definitely recommend!

If you're thinking of booking with Katie of 805 Coastal Kitchen, do it now! I loved working with…read moreher in planning a special private dinner for a bachelorette party of 13 girls. She took the time to ask about the bride's preferences, food experiences during her travels, and then created a wonderfully creative menu with all of the information. Highlights from the menu include figs wrapped in prosciutto with a home-made hot honey, beef wellington, and panna cotta with fresh fruit. On the day of, she and her assistant got along with our group so well that they felt like friends that were part of the party! She came early to decorate the table with fresh florals and printed menus that elevated the dinner even more. Thanks again, Katie, for a delicious and stress-free dinner party!

So glad we booked Katie for our private dinner at our Airbnb for my girlfriends bachelorette party…read more We had a delicious strawberry salad, spicy rigatoni pasta and a yummy lemon cheesecake dessert. Love working with Katie and Tia. Will book them again next time we are in Paso!

Absolute Deliciousness!…read more Chef Anthony and his team exceeded our expectations! Our guests raved about the appetizers and our dinner buffet and several guests mentioned it was the best food they had ever eaten at a wedding! Chef Anthony hosted an amazing pre-wedding tasting which helped us to plan our menu. He responded to emails promptly, had a warm and vivacious personality and clearly took pride in preparing every dish.. We highly recommend The Prancing Chef! Lori and Doug Webb

Anthony and Josh deserve 10 stars! Myself and my family have used The Prancing Chef for various…read morefestivities over the last 5 years; from a rehearsal dinner to a surprise 50th birthday bash. Most recently they curated a fantastic family style meal for my birthday dinner. Each dish was so thought out and full of flavor. They did a great job listening to my specific asks, then marrying that with what was in season. Not only is the food spectacular, but both Anthony and Josh are a pleasure to work with. Can't wait for the next event to include The Prancing Chef in!

Michael was outstanding. As this was my first time hiring a private chef for an in-home experience,…read moreI wasn't sure what to expect--but he exceeded every expectation. The meal was exceptional, featuring a fresh Caprese salad, flavorful herb-garlic chicken, creamy fettuccine Alfredo, and two incredible desserts: Champagne butter cake with red wine-stewed grapes and a classic tiramisu. Beyond the food, Michael was friendly, professional, and created a fun, relaxed atmosphere for our group of eight. It truly made for a memorable evening. Highly recommend.

So we had Michael prepare a special seafood meal for us in our home for our 50th anniversary. I…read morecannot say enough about the quality and the flavor of the meal!! I would recommend this to anyone in the North San Luis Obispo county area!

I am late in communicating what an outstanding, professional and exceptional experience we had with…read moreAndre !! Ours occasion was for a bittersweet celebration of life for an unexpected loss of a very beloved family member. Andre made the catering piece of this intimate and smaller gathering very seamless and effortless!! He even went and picked up the plates and utensils for us before delivering our food which was fresh, beautifully prepared and the cannoli was over the top delicious and the star of the show!!! Thank for you kindness, accommodation and compassion Andre!! Will definitely call you for future events!!

An Exceptional 5-Star Experience "Nonna approved!" ---…read moreGuests "Beyond our imagination." -- Mother of the Bride "Exceeded expectations." -- Bride "Flawless, even in the rain." -- Guests Working with Andrei was nothing short of extraordinary. From the very beginning, his presence brought a sense of ease, confidence, and quiet luxury to every moment. Fresh hand made ingredients created the most savored tastes. Better thab we imagined. Everyone loved the food. Andre seamlessly executed the rehearsal dinner, tended bar and hosted horsdeouvres, drinks and canolli for deserts at our Santa Barbara wedding--each delivered with remarkable precision, intention, and grace. His ability to read the room, adapt in real time, and execute flawlessly (even under unexpected conditions) speaks to a level of professionalism that is truly rare. The unexpectes rain during our wedding reception did not stop his flawless execution. We are grateful to Andrei and I LOVE TO CATER for bringing this Italian flare to our very special wedding day.

I HIGHLY recommend Chef Rachel. She has a super unique approach to food & wine pairing…read more I recently enjoyed a delicious four-course meal intricately paired with wine from Paso Robles, CA. It was an experience to remember! Rachel infuses her background as a Reiki practitioner (energy healer) into her passion for food and wine. She takes you on a magical journey of flavors and delight. Her unique ability to create a relationship between the food and wine encourages the flavors to almost dance with one another. Throughout the dinner, I felt like I was on a magic carpet ride that I didn't want to end. It was a joy to see Rachel's passion and creativity pour out with such love, care, and enthusiasm. A wonderful experience I think EVERYONE should enjoy.

I planned a surprise birthday party for my wife and 4 other couples. After reviewing Chef's on the…read morearea, I landed on chef Rachel, what a blessing! The planning process was simple, thoughtful and spot on. I told her of my wife's favorite foods and she incorporated them all into a spectacular dinner. She thoughtfully curated each dish and served and explained them all to our group. She prepared a "grazing board" to start and then spring salad, truffle Gnocchi, Salmon Caprese and Beef Braciole. The food was tremendous but her interaction and personality made it all. My highest recommendation! Thank you!

We had the absolute BEST experience with Chef Danelle for our bachelorette party dinner in Paso…read moreRobles! From start to finish, she was professional, warm, and so easy to work with. She created a customized menu that was not only delicious but beautifully presented--every course felt like something out of a fine dining restaurant. The flavors were incredible, and she used such fresh, local ingredients that really elevated the whole experience. She handled everything seamlessly, allowing us to relax and enjoy the evening without lifting a finger. The kitchen was spotless when she left, which was such a bonus! Having her cook for us turned a fun girls' weekend into something truly unforgettable. If you're looking for a private chef in Paso Robles, look no further than Chef Danelle--she's an absolute gem. Highly recommend for any special occasion!

What an amazing evening. Chef Danelle arrived early and got straight to it. Our meal was served in…read morethree courses, multiple amazing appetizers, followed by our hearty entrees and after we couldn't eat another bite, brownies à la mode for dessert! Timing was perfect, our entrees were plated as the sun was setting. Such a thoughtful presentation. We awoke to find breakfast biscuit sandwiches we reheated for an additional morning of deliciousness. Enough leftovers to make steak sandwiches for the ride back home. Great memories with our new friend in the central coast. Professional, accomplished, accommodating and profoundly delicious. Chef Danelle is an essential part of any weekend adventure to the Paso area. *****

Enjoyed a Christmas event recently with the upmost awesome service possible! Nowadays, everything…read morein hospitality prioritizes Covid enforcement before all else. First business with masks, self service...THEN the people. Not this time! We were first and it felt amazing. Top notch service with servers, amazing food, Chef is sweet & friendly.... We loved our experience! We also understand how banquets run, operate and how to plate food, service others and so we wanted to give a huge shout out and say thank you, well done, we highly recommend you!!

Trish and her team are amazing! She has helped us with three private events so far, two of which…read morewere for our wedding. She was easy to communicate with leading up to the event and listened to our requests, including my dietary restrictions. She helped us put together a menu from her offerings that checked all the boxes for us. She was prompt at each event, made service of the food effortless and cleaned up as well as nicely packed any leftovers from her delicious cooking. We love her food! Highly recommend reaching out to her for your next event, thanks, Trish!

Our family traveled to Paso Robles to celebrate our parent's 60th Wedding Anniversary. We were…read morelooking for the perfect chef to make a special dinner, and Chef Crissy was the perfect partner! Chef Crissy collaborated with us to craft a menu to suit all of our dietary needs. She kept in constant contact leading up to the dinner, and was always available to answer any of our questions. On the evening of the dinner, she and her staff came in and did EVERYTHING: set the table, serve, and clean up. The Food: DELICIOUS! So good! We feasted on, and enjoyed her dishes, with locally sourced ingredients. I am still dreaming of her Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potatoes! Hire Chef Crissy for your special event!

Crissy made my husband's 60th birthday dinner an absolute perfect evening. The food was delicious,…read morethe table decor was beautiful, and Crissy and her team were the ultimate professionals. I highly recommend working with Crissy, you will not be disappointed. The communication leading up to the event was flawless. The kitchen was spotless when they left. We had 14 adults and 2 kids, and we were all treated to a very special evening.