I reached out to a handful of options. Some didn't have many food choices, some wanted to charge extra for travel to Burbank, others asked too many questions that made it more complicated than it needed to be. Becky's approach was PERFECT!! She made things simple and efficient. I felt we had ample choice to make all happy and she was also able to accommodate a few allergies. Now, the event itself: 7 of us for a high school graduation (a very long day/evening). The meal was absolutely delicious and amazing. We had salad, short rib, salmon, carrots, potatoes, and olive oil kumquat cake. Light enough yet full of flavor and filling! (We had leftovers) It was a decision I'm glad I made. She left my kitchen in perfect condition and worked around all of us and two little begging poodles as well. Book her!! You will NOT be disappointed!! read more

All I can say is WOW! I've had the incredible pleasure of hiring Becky twice now for two special occasions and each time she went above and beyond our expectations! The first was for my husband's surprise birthday dinner. She cooked an exceptional four course meal that my guests and I were completely blown away by. We are still talking about it till this day!! Not only was each plated course beautifully presented, it was truly one of the best meals we've ever had. For my husband's birthday dinner, we started with the hamachi crudo which seamlessly melts in your mouth, followed by The Little Gems Salad which was bursting with so much flavor, then we had filet mignon and shrimp scampi and a few of my guests agreed was the best steak they've ever had, then we ended with a peach crostini and ice cream for dessert which was perfection on a hot summer day! This dinner was EXCEPTIONAL and left my guests with a lasting impression. I was so satisfied with our dining experience that I decided to hire Becky again a few weeks later for my husband and I's wedding anniversary! It was truly a special and memorable dinner for the both of us. Becky did it again! She absolutely delivered and impressed us with another immaculate meal. This time she started our night with a delicious gin and gingerbeer cocktail. Spoiler alert: it was so good, we had a few rounds!! For dinner we had tuna sashimi which was so delicate and had a rich oily flavor, French red oak lettuces salad which was one of the best salads I've ever had, pasta carbonara which was perfectly creamy and delicious, the Snapper filet which was light, crispy, and incredibly flavorful! Lastly, we ended with strawberry shortcake with rose geranium whipped cream and Becky mentioned to us that she grows the geranium herself in her garden. What a treat! It was a lovely dessert and the perfect ending to our night. I can't say enough great things about Becky! She is truly talented and a master of her art. My husband and I have eaten at countless 5 star Michelin restaurants and it doesn't even come close to Becky's immaculate cuisine and the experience she provides. I'm already dreaming of the next time we can have her back again. Do yourself a favor and hire her for an unforgettable dining experience. And be ready to be blown away just like we were each time!! read more

Based on prior reviews, her website, and our correspondence, I admit I had high hopes for my wife's birthday dinner last night. But I was unprepared for how much better than even my highest hope the gorgeous meal that Becky made was. All of the guests are foodies (one even a known chef in his own right) and we were all simply blown away. Not only was it insanely delicious, but it was all so beautifully presented (which was important to me as the birthday girl is very focused on design and aesthetics). For details read on, but be warned if you are hungry, you'll be craving some of these dishes! *** Our menu... (2) appetizers The Hamachi crudo with nouc cham and crispy shallots appetizer was sublime. I am guessing the fish was shown a hot pan for a blink of an eye before being sliced, sauced and presented to us. It was so fresh and flavorful with a light heat and just a kiss of sweetness. The crispy shallots were so delicate, yet so flavorful and their taste and light crunch provided the perfect accent that tied the whole dish together--I could seriously devour an entire plate of it right now and I am literally salivating as I type this! I've never had better Hamachi, and this opening course was the first indication that the eight of us were in for a treat! Next, the hanger steak on a horseradish cream resting on a toasted brioche circle was perfectly cooked and a great contrast to the Hamachi. While I don't eat a ton of beef these days, I loved this course, and it was very popular with our guests, though admittedly the Hamachi is a tough act to follow! We then moved to the dining room for the man courses... Our little gems golden goddess dressed salad was a nice break before the entrees, crisp, fresh and accented delicately with paper thin radishes and garlic butter breadcrumbs. This course was delightful and we thought our palates were ready for what was next... But then... The butter poached lobster served on a bed of melted leeks encircled by a champagne beet purée, accompanied by delectable crispy potatoes was just NEXT LEVEL! I am not exaggerating when I say that every single one of us agreed that the lobster she served was the BEST WE'D EVER HAD! It was so tender and delicious! I think she must have pre-sliced each little section of the tail as you didn't need a knife to eat it. The accompanying elements were complimentary and elevating to the dish as a whole. Rich, but balanced, nuanced, and absolutely exquisitely prepared and presented. An unequivocal home run! Thankfully I paced myself and saved a little room for yet another stellar course... Pan sautéed Halibut with green lentils, garlic herb beurre blanc and haricot vert. This was so expertly executed...the Halibut was lightly crispy on one side, but perfectly cooked through--appropriately flaky and easy to get on the fork, while retaining just the right amount of tenderness and moisture. Again the careful choices of the other flavors and textures added even more rewards for our guests to find on the plates in front of them. A five star execution somehow produced in our very modest kitchen! We followed this with some fresh market berries to accompany the cake my wife arranged with our regular baker, and while it was super yummy, the stars of the show were all that preceded our desert! Kitchen was spotless, service was spot on, and every dish was as beautiful to look at as it was to eat. I wish I had taken photos, but I just dug in! *** I have hired a private chef for many dinners in our home, but Becky was far and away the stand out. No one else even comes close. It sounds crazy, but I can comfortably say that the Hamachi, the Lobster and the Halibut are all within the top five seafood dishes I have ever had, in any venue, anywhere in the world. As I type this the next day, it almost feels like I am describing a dream... I have no other explanation for how this flawless meal for my wife and closest friends appeared from our simple kitchen. Oh wait...I do have an explanatio. I hired Chef Becky Reams. read more

I had the pleasure of getting invited to an event at Parachute Home that Chef Becky Reams catered and it was stunning. Even though the event had around 50 people the dishes seemed as though there were only 6 of us with the way the courses were plated. The food was sensational, all cooked to perfection, with robust taste and unique flavor. I was very impressed with how visually appealing all of the food was along with the professionalism of Becky and her staff. I even met Becky after the meal and she spoke to me like I was on her level and a friend of hers. I actually got her contact information so that I could make sure to eat her food again and have been lucky enough to attend a few other events that she has catered. I will be using Chef Becky the next time I have the opportunity and am in need of a private chef. Highly recommended!! read more

Becky has catered a 40 person bridal shower brunch for me, and the guests/friends have not stopped talking about how beautiful and delicious the food was from that party. I am so glad I hired her, and appreciate how wonderful of a person she is. Her attention to detail and commitment to her work are very clear in her professionalism, presentation, and quality of foods she cooks with. Her price-point is worth every penny. I look forward to hiring her again, and highly recommend her! read more

I was fortunate enough to meet Chef Becky Reams through a group of friends and have been fascinated and inspired watching her career grow. I have been able to experience a few private dinners in which Chef Becky Reams cooked not just an incredible dinner, but also presented/plated the food in such a stunning way. I often find many chefs to have a sense of ego about them, but Chef Becky is incredibly genuine and humble, always putting her clients' needs top of mind and creating a warm, inviting and approachable atmosphere, accompanied by delicious food! read more

We are thrilled to have hired Becky Reams for a birthday dinner party we held in our home at the end of February. Becky brought everything needed to prepare an amazing 3-course sit down meal for 22 guests with passed appetizers. Becky came herself to prepare dinner and brought 2 charming waitstaff to assist. Everyone commented during the dinner and afterward on how fantastic the food was especially the vegetables! Presentation was spot on and portions generous. Her grilled prawn appetizer was smoked under a class cloche; a real showstopper! We went with a family style dinner with choice of 2 delicious main dishes to accentuate a lively and convivial mood. Even our male guests who admit they don't normally like vegetables were gobbling up her tamarind heirloom carrots because they are so delicious! We will definitely hire Becky in the future. Her food, presentation, waitstaff and professionalism are top notch! So very happy we found her! read more

I've experienced Chef Becky Reams in both a restaurant setting and a . private dinner event setting and her ability to create an atmosphere for each and likely any other environment is seamless and highly curated. She is a chef who is able to anticipate the needs of others while also satisfying with signature dishes and flavors that are memorable and actually some of the best things I've eaten. Chef Becky Reams is consistent in what she makes and the joy she has creating around food is palpable. I'd recommend her for personal cheffing, I'd recommend her for a public gathering. She can handle expectations small and specific or big and ambitious. She's your girl. read more

Chef Becky recently cooked a private birthday dinner for 11 of us. Throughout the whole process of deciding on our menu, budget, and how the evening would flow, Becky was extremely helpful and organized. We are a group of foodies and we were absolutely blown away with her food. Every course was incredible and there was more than enough food for all of us to enjoy. I would highly recommend hiring Chef Becky for your event. read more

Do not get me started on this EXCEPTIONAL human and BRILLIANTLY talented chef!! Becky has flawlessly catered dozens of events for our company, all ranging from 20-50 ppl per dinner. Every meal is a unique culinary experience; we never get bored! Her food is carefully curated, using only the highest quality ingredients that are in season. The presentation is stunning, her timing is always on point, and the food is absolutely delicious. The level of excellence and positive demeanor she carries take our events to the next level. I can't recommend her enough!​​ read more