Turned the dirty 30 recently with a 25 person b-day bash at my fiancé and my new house. Fi wanted…read moreto have my party somewhere else to reduce on clean-up, set up, stress, and sweat. But I wanted a BBQ at home. Going out would have cost well over my $500 budget when I remembered Jazzy's Kitchen! What a touch of luxury for the next event you host! Nutshell Review: Jasmyne and her crew will provide professional and delicious catering for your next event with a personal touch and are flexible about working within your budget. Novella Review: Jasmyne and her staff showed up promptly before the start of the event with everything they needed to do an amazing 30th B-day BBQ. Right off the bat I knew this was going to go wonderfully. Jazzy's Kitchen is warm and friendly and I immediately felt reassured that this catering thing was the right move for my big birthday. They brought in a professional large BBQ, all the tools they needed, buffet trays to keep food warm, and very cute picnic themed decor to spiff up the table. I wanted them to BBQ fresh at the event, but they also could arrive with everything pre-made. I had plates, utensils, etc. But these things were offered as part of the catering if you desire. BBQ Chicken, Marinated Tri Tip, Lemony Salmon, Mexican Grilled Corn, Green Salad, and Baked Beans all rolled out and got devoured by my guests (and myself). Once they were done cooking and serving, Jasmyne and crew helped serve drinks and keep things tidy. They even helped cut and pass out my B-day cake I had bought. Speaking of full service, Jazzy's Kitchen will stay at your house to help clean up everything! They packed up extra food and stored it for me (they brought their own storage containers). They cleaned my counter and table. They even washed my wine glasses that people used. It's like a 6 hour party never even happened! I was really impressed with not only the amazing food but the care and service that was provided by Jazzy's Kitchen. Love and personal touch were part of every aspect of my catering experience. From the thought put into working out a menu within budget to treating my home as if it was their own, I thought that the catering was simply spectacular. My guests were so impressed, one of my friends has already hired Jazzy's Kitchen to cater her baby shower! Just contact Jasmyne for whatever event you want catered and I'm confident Jazzy's Kitchen can deliver!

I've been ordering weekly prepared meals from Jazzy and it's delicious!!!! Jazzy was a lifesaver…read morefor me after sugary when I had major food restrictions. She's super professional and has the biggest heart of anyone I know. I would absolutely refer her to any and everyone I know!!

The chef has a bounty of knowledge of food and experiencing her menus is a unique experience. She…read morebrings subtle flavors together for incredibly tasty, and perfectly prepared foods. I loved her use of high quality local and heirloom ingredients from the beans, to the grits, to the lamb! None of the food was overly rich, but the seasoning sings for a wow factor. Wow to the grits with incredible sauce on top. Yum to the lamb with the coffee rub. Bam to the delicate and delightful ice cream and cookies at dessert. I also appreciated the through-line of flavors that showed up at different courses during the meal. Enjoying Ikeena's cooking is truly a privilege.

If you are looking for a world-class chef for your private event, look no further than the fabulous…read moreChef Keena of Keena's Kitchen. She is the complete package: superb service, sublime food--an unforgettable dining experience. To say she handles everything from beginning to end is an understatement. Her meticulous attention to detail is extreme in the best way. She painstakingly planned our menu, earnestly shopped for locally sourced organic meats and vegetables, and went to extraordinary lengths to bring, prep, cook, and serve a 5-star meal for a private party of 8 in our home. In addition, she baked a mouth-watering Carrot Coconut Bundt cake for dessert with homemade buttermilk ice cream, which left us in a state of absolute food bliss. In short, her culinary creations are other-worldly. More importantly, she is not only a brilliant chef and savvy food entrepreneur, but a warm and joyful spirit while in your home. With her meticulously curated sous chef and servers, you feel like you're dining in a Michelin-rated restaurant. Best of all, when the meal is complete, they clean up as if they were never there. Thank you, Chef Keena! Can't wait to host another event with you! P.S. When preparing your menu (in addition to the bundt cake), I highly recommend the grilled coffee-rubbed steak, crispy creole lobster bites, spiny lobster, and dirty rice boulettes! Yum!

I contacted Aimee (and two other chefs) about a party for my wife's birthday. She promptly got back…read moreto me and was great on the phone - very collaborative, listened to what I wanted, and came back with a bunch of exceptional possibilities for a menu. I had no hesitation choosing her over the other two I spoke with. Leading up to the event, she was communicative and made me feel like she had everything handled. And on the night of the event, she arrived on time with a helper and got right to work. The meal itself, for 13 of us, was amazing. It's tough to please everyone in a group that size, but she really did. Her food was fresh, with great flavors and ingredients. The deviled eggs appetizers were incredible. We were still talking about the pork ragu over pappardelle the next day. And despite being full, the Eton Mess dessert was so light and delicious, we just had to eat it all. I'll be calling Aimee again for the next special dinner we do. And I'd highly recommend her for anyone looking for a superb chef.

My husband and I had our wedding in Point Reyes, CA and were lucky enough to have Amy come and cook…read morefor us and our guests that night. Upon arriving back to our rental home after the ceremony, Amy and her assistant server were already preparing dinner and had beautifully decorated the dining area (an amazing personal touch). From planning the menu, to the night of the meal, she was an absolute pleasure to work with -- very communicative and a true professional through and through. She removed any and all stress regarding our wedding dinner and we couldn't be more thankful to have had her there to help us create such a magical evening for our family and friends. 100% recommend and would hire Amy again -- without a doubt!

Delicious, generous food. Wholesome and flavorful food. All my guests (50) loved it…read more In addition the two wonderful servers couldn't be more polite, efficient, attentive and reassuring. I highly recommend Beli Deli!

Beli deli catered my son bar mitzvah . Everything was incredible, fresh, beautifully presented. The…read moreguests kept complimenting the food, what a joy to work with them and appreciated everything being wonderful!

As a paying customer of Roddy's services, I believe I owe it to other potential consumers to let…read morethem know about a potential experience they might encounter, both good and bad, so that they can make a more informed decision moving forward. We contacted Roddy in Dec 2017 after researching possibilities of event staff online for our June wedding event. Roddy sounded extremely knowledgeable, experienced and confident with what he could provide to meet our needs: coordinated the timing of different food and beverage stations including appetizer, main, and dessert as well as cleanup of rented dishes, where transitions and timing were key to make things run smoothly. 4 workers from 4-9pm was suggested as sufficient. All payment was required and submitted previous to event. We agreed to meet in May 2017 to see the space and discuss layout, finer details and modifications. During this meeting, again, Roddy was confident, gave suggestions, and assured us that things could be done and did warn that timing between appetizer and main dinner would be tight, so we were able to plan a buffer just in case. Once we met in May, it also seemed that meeting the day before when everything was truly set up would be ideal. We were reminded that it would be another $75 per visit. In actuality, Roddy's visit wasn't for us, it was really so that he could lead his team to be confident and aware enough to deliver the level of service we agreed to. Roddy, without the extra visit, assured us that he was capable of doing the work we agreed to confidently. Before the actual event, I sent detailed notes via Google Drive so the recipes of our drink stations and other details we discussed could become even more familiar. On the actual even day, I will say, we got wonderful compliments to the entirety of the event, which does speak to Roddy and his staff's execution of many of the deliverables. However, there are bigger points that I do believe that consumers should be aware of: -Roddy's entire team of 4 did not all show up on time at the venue -Days before the event, Roddy was unreachable/barely responsive to talk through details with our event coordinator and myself, even on the phone and seemed unaware of some of the details according to the event coordinator. -Roddy seemed to not know anything about the notes sent previously and did not know how to navigate them printed out at the venue -Our beverages, which had detailed scaled recipes for lemonade and iced tea, were not followed and thus didn't taste good and were not consumed as much as they could have by our guests. -Lastly, Roddy and team arrived so under prepared that they asked the groom, who was getting married in an hour, questions about the notes and how to proceed, consuming him so much that he wasn't able to attend to other key details necessary for an extra smooth wedding for us -I will reiterate, that to a guests eye, things went really well. However, I feel that the under preparation, unresponsiveness leading up to the event and involving of the groom are absolutely unacceptable to the point that other consumers should be warned. It should also be noted that we did reach out to Roddy with concerns following the event with no response, explanation, or apology.

BUYER BEWARE! Very…read moredisappointed with the service that we didn't even receive! We found Roddy through Thumbtack. I should've gone with my gut when he couldn't make it to our first meeting, but I gave him the benefit of the doubt. After meeting him we hired him at the end of November last year, for our June 10th, 2017 wedding. Roddy agreed to come to a walk through one month before the wedding, but when the time came he did not show up. After that day, we tried calling and texting him but he did not respond. It was not until five days after the missed appointment until we heard back, this was when I decided to email him to cancel his services (three weeks before our wedding). Roddy apologized for the inconvenience, NOT for his unprofessional behavior, claiming that he was too busy to respond to us. When I tried to get my refund back, he threatened to have his "attorney" sue me because we canceled too late. Email chain below for proof. Roddy Diaz Sat, May 20, 2017 at 5:43 PM To: May K Hello May, My apologies for the inconvenience-I have been little busy with events back to back. I did heck out the venue and I'm sorry I have retuned your call. I will check the invoice base on the contract and give you refund base on the contract. Roddy May K Sun, May 21, 2017 at 10:17 PM To: Roddy Diaz Thank you for responding Roddy. My PayPal receipt says that I paid $370 so far. PayPal's policy says refunds can be issued up to 180 days after payment, and that will be this coming Saturday the 28th. Please send me an update or receipt of the refund when completed. Thank You, May Roddy Diaz Tue, May 23, 2017 at 11:56 AM To: May K Thank you for your note! I generated a invoice as contract for a deposit for services. I explained to you and Michael cancelation policy of my contract. You dicided to cancel the contract we made. I will have my attorney draw a letter and and he will let you know. This was a deposit and PayPal policy don't apply per our contract of services. Thank for your note and my Attorney will be in contact. Roddy Diaz Thu, Jun 1, 2017 at 2:59 PM To: May K, david.wells.attorneyatlaw@gmail.com Hello May and Michael, I received your request from PayPal and after speaking with our attorney we will not issue a refund of your deposit. This is a deposit and you decided to cancel three weeks prior to the event. I explained to you in person and I also noted our cancellation policy on the invoice as well. In addition, our website also explains our cancellation policy. If PayPal refunds this amount without our authorization we will file civil lawsuit for the entire amount plus interest and legal fees. Thank you. if you have any questions feel free to send us a email via email. Dave: Please create a file and contact PayPal. Roddy Diaz. May K Thu, Jun 1, 2017 at 8:40 PM To: Roddy Diaz Roddy, It is all a matter of standards. I will withdraw my dispute because this issue has already taken up too much of my time and energy. I believe I was right to ask for a refund because you did not do anything on your end to help ensure any confidence in you. On your Thumbtack page you state, "On Site, Pre-Event Walk-through: Xpress Waiters gives you the added value service of providing pre-event visits at your site or event location to ensure a confidence in you that we have a clear idea of your vision and details for an absolutely successful event." This did not happen when you were scheduled to meet with Michael on a day and time we agreed upon. How or why you missed the appointment was not our fault. You, as the contracted party with what you claim is 6 years of experience, should be able to make scheduled appointments and plan ahead. For the deposit we paid, you did not provide us the kind of service that is remotely worth $370. Since you could not make the walk through, and refused to return our calls for five days, we were under the impression that you left us high and dry. As a paying customer, I would have expected you to at least check in with us via text, email, or phone - but you chose not to respond for five days after the missed appointment. That is quite simply a bad business practice, even if you were busy with back to back events. You did not show us the kind of respect that you should show a paying customer. Furthermore, after we tried to cancel your services, you did not offer any mediation--especially since our actions were a direct result of your inaction. You apologized for the inconvenience, even though you should have really apologized for your unprofessional behavior. This unprofessional behavior was made even more clear with your threat of using your "Attorney David Wells" to sue me. All of this has been a really disappointing experience. I hope you don't treat all your customers this way.

We decided to splurge and have a birthday dinner party for three Scorpio friends. Everyone donned…read moredressy attire, there was a nice house sound track in the background, and the fireplace was casting a glow. Dianna provided multiple Fall menu options a couple of weeks prior, and was easily able to adapt to a couple of minor dietary restrictions. Making a choice was the hardest part, there were so many amazing options. She stopped by to familiarize herself with the kitchen and do the final pregame planning one week prior to the event. She arrived about an hour before to set up, and all was ready & mis en place before guests arrived for cocktails. The food was wonderful. We had two rounds of appetizers, a shrimp and avocado stuffed endive, as well as a tomato confit mozzarella Crostini. We had trouble restraining ourselves. The salad with winter greens, fennel, apple, and toasted almonds was perfectly dressed. The braised duck legs fell off the bone, had a delicious marinated flavor crispy skin, and were served aux jus over a wild rice blend. Roasted parsnips and carrots gave it that final fantastic Fall touch. Desert was this simply amazing chocolate cake with three or four different layers involving mousse, ganache, shaved chocolate, and more chocolate! It's a miracle we all survived. Throughout Dianna kept everybody's champagne glass full, circulated the appetizers, and timed the courses to the pace of the crowd. She was charming, with a smile all evening that never stopped. And the best part, and I admit this is a little selfish, was I had to do a bunch of volunteer work all day long, and was able to just relax and get cleaned up in that hour before the party. You know that part when you are normally frantic, running around trying to tighten up all the loose ends. It really was a treat!

Dianna's food is simply remarkable! She provides a selection of choices for clients to pick from…read moreand bases. those choices on the answers provided when she speaks to her clients. This is the second time that we have used Dianna for a special event and again the food was impeccable. Her personality and her love for food shows in all that she does! We will definitely be using her services in the future because who doesn't like to have a beautiful meal and no clean up?! If you're looking for a personal chef, that listens, understands the clients, taste profile, provides food that will knock your socks off. Dianna is the only choice.

Our second time having catering from mise en place. Four impeccable courses made by Dan. Last time…read morewe were a huge group, and it was just as good in all ways with our small group. Thank you Dan!!!

Avoid! We paid a deposit of $1500 and then he ghosted us. We have emailed/called/texted and…read morereceived absolutely no response since he got our deposit. We have had to hire another chef and are now working with our credit card company for a refund of our deposit. Not sure what happened as he was nice at the beginning. But doubt means don't. Recommend you find someone who knows how to respond properly. Trusting Mise En Place was a big MisEnStake.

Royal Oxen Kitchen is the new IT spot in Hayward y'all! Hubby brought home 5 dishes (wagyu x 2,…read morepork belly x 2, and a Hennessy Chicken). Food was fresh, portions were generous, and most importantly everything was juicy and delicious. Don't sleep on this place and order through door dash, grub hub, or Uber eats. You can also walk in and order on the kiosk as well and try to meet the chef! Make sure you come earlier in the day or they will sell out. Let's break down the dishes: Hennessy Chicken: Glazed chicken thigh on a bed of rice with veggies and side salad. The chicken was moist, juicy, and full of flavor. Australian Wagyu Steak: Cooked perfectly medium rare on a bed of rice and veggies and served with a Chimichurri sauce that is to die for! I def wanted more sauce because it's too good. Caramelized Pork Belly + Eggs This is your mama's comfort food elevated on another level. Nice and peppery but also sweet. Quail eggs is a nice touch versus your traditional chicken egg. Lovely flavors and very homey. Definitely looking forward to trying the sea bass and other up and coming dishes being added to the menu!

Saw a new restaurant on my usual Uber eats / DoorDash search and wanted to try it! Glad I did…read morebecause it was amazing! We had the Hennessy chicken, braised pork belly and quail eggs, and Australian wagyu. All the portions were generous, flavorful, unique, and included rice and a side salad. The chicken was cooked to perfection finished with a sweet honey glaze that makes you coming back for more. The braised pork belly reminded me of mom's thit kho with an American twist. Sweet, flavorful, and sauced just right. The Australian wagyu was delivered and presented on a bed of lettuce, cooked to a perfect medium rare, finished with a savory brown sauce and included an Asian twist of chimmi churry. That combination melts in your mouth and the chimmi churry always keeps your taste buds entertained. Will be coming back for more !