I hosted a Maiden Kitchen class at my apartment yesterday, and we all had a complete blast!…read more I found out about the company via a Goldstar deal, and I have to say, it was such a steal! Marlene was a delight, really funny and fun to be around, and she taught us a lot of fun, easy things to make! We chose her sushi menu, and that included veggie spring rolls with a dipping sauce, edamame, miso soup (so yummy! I want to make more RIGHT NOW!), a ton of different rolls and nigiri (with albacore, salmon and ahi, I believe), diablo sauce (the guys had fun trying to out spice each other), and a really, really delicious sake-based sangria. Everything we made was really yummy, all the ingredients were fresh, and Marlene made every really easy and fun. Also, it was very unexpected, but Marlene even washed the serving plates and glasses we had used during the class! I totally did not expect that, but was very appreciative that she went that extra mile to try to make everything (even the clean up) easier for us. It's that kind of service and attention to detail that makes me want to be a repeat customer. If the five of us had gone out for sushi and drinks, I guarantee that we would have spent a heck of a lot more, and not had as much fun or learned anything. Maiden Kitchen cooking parties are SO much fun, and I can't wait until I have an excuse to have Marlene back again and to try a different menu (she has so many awesome menus to try!). Thanks again SO much for a fantastic experience! I hope my friend can use your company for her bridal shower :)

I hosted a Maiden Kitchen event at my home a few weeks ago and it was fabulous! I am always looking…read morefor a great, inexpensive way to get a group together and have a good time. I was pleasantly surprised with what Maiden Kitchen had to offer! First, Maiden Kitchen is so affordable. We were able to have an alcoholic beverage (phenomenal Sangria), an app, entree, and dessert! Ordering all that at a restaurant is just not in my budget right now. Maiden Kitchen was such a fun alternative. The food was delicious! I am not one you will find in the kitchen but under the supervision of Marlene (our Maiden Kitchen chef), everything turned out amazing! We made hummus, pita bread, salad and salad dressing, rice, chicken, baklava. The best part was that we were each provided with the menu, ingredients, and recipe so that we could recreate the meal on our own! Marlene has such great energy that only added to the fun my group of friends was already having. She did not hesitate to jump in or answer a question anytime one of us shouted her name. It was really a pleasure working with her. Oh, and the best part....Maiden Kitchen brought everything we needed and used to my house! Marlene brought all the ingredients, cooking bowls, etc, and dishes! Clean up was a piece of cake!!!! I would highly recommend Maiden Kitchen to others. I am in a wedding this spring and I am trying to talk the girls into doing a Maiden Kitchen event for the bridal shower or as part of the bachelorette! FABULOUS EXPERIENCE!

Amazing Food! We had cauliflower soup, coq au vin & a super yummy chocolate souffle. Good Times and…read moreGreat Food.. Chef is top notch. Definitely RecRecommend for catering, private chef, and cooking classes

Chef Mo is amazing! He's so nice and he such a gentle and confident way with cooking amazing food!read more

I normally like to keep it pretty simple when it comes to deserts. Give me some vanilla ice cream…read moreor chocolate chip cookies and I'm one happy camper. Needless to say, I was a little skeptical when a friend told me to try her Orange Blossom Cheesecake, but HOLY TASTEBUDS, BATMAN!!! It was so amazing, I went back and tried some of the other treats and they were all incredible, even the carrot cake, and I HATE carrot cake! Don't confuse Mariko Presents with your run of the mill ice cream seller. Anybody can rent a creepy van and sell bomb pops, but Mariko serves fantastic gourmet treats that you'd expect to find in a fine restaurant. I highly recommend you stopping by the next time she sets up shop near you.

Dear Pink-Haired Girl,…read more Saw you while I was cruising the WeHo Gay Parade this weekend. Your hot pink hair + matching cart definitely caught my eye. Decided to buy the raspberry cheesecake and lemon tart (for the bf). Amazzzinggg! So delicious and definitely hit the spot! If you ever see this girl lurking around LA, I suggest you try some of her dank desserts!

Impressed with the previous course I took from Brenda, I decided to take her knife skills class…read more She taught us how to choose our knives, how to hold them properly, and how to prep them before each task. She showed us some amazing tricks that made cutting vegetables fun and effortless! She even used the ingredients the class cut up to create some lovely treats for us to eat. I had a great time and I'm excited to spend more time in my kitchen!

My fiancé and I took a couples class with Brenda. It was such an amazing and positive experience…read more Not only was the class educational and fun, but also a great way to bond with your partner. Brenda is very organized and displayed a good knowledge of food and technique during our class. I definitely recommend Live Beautifull to everyone who loves food and cooking! Looking forward to our next class!

Food is bland and customer service is just like the food. Not worth the money. If you want some…read morebomb pupusas ... LA Barbarita is where it's at!

From the owner: SalviSoul was founded by 1st gen Salvadoran-American Karla Tatiana Vasquez to bring you the recipes…read moreand stories of the Salvadoran diaspora in the United States. Keeping Salvadoran food culture intact and sustained through: a The SalviSoul Cookbook (April 30, 2024), workshops, cooking classes and community.

I was the DJ at a private event with Wild Love as the caterer…read more The service was phenomenal, attention to detail perfect and the food was the best part! I loved every single coursed out dish that came out and my mind was blown when I found out everything was vegan. Itzel made me a believer in vegan food and I would hands down refer her business for any future events and even hire myself. Big thank you for making sure to bring me every item as if I was a guest myself and describing each dish was such a classy touch. Such a professional from start to finish. Thank you!

Chef Izel & Chef Drew recently catered an event in my home and I was blown away by their…read moreattentiveness, understanding and creativity. I had packed many people into my home (probably more than I should have!) and space in the dining area was limited but Chef Izel and Chef Drew were very accommodating and presented the most incredible dishes in a very timely manner. I am still getting texts from guests talking about the food... many of whom are not vegan. Working with them was such a wonderful experience. I'm determined to throw a party every year just to have an excuse to have them cater again. Thank you both so much for such an unforgettable and special evening

We hired Chef Asheesh for a couples night with friends. He was so professional and explained…read moreeverything in great detail. The appetizers were a great way to kick off the night and everything that followed was phenomenal. The plates were presented in such a graceful manner with every plate being explained to everyone he also hired a server to pass appetizers, serve dinner, drinks and clean. The wine that he suggested be paired with each plate was a nice touch as well since it was a night away from all of our kids. We are definately doing this again soon. Such a fun night with great friends and one heck of a great chef.

Chef Asheesh is amazing and provides wonderful food, great company, and an easygoing time! We…read morewould recommend him for any event, big or small to help make a memorable evening.

Chef Marc Dix is top notch. He is extraordinarily talented in a way where cooking comes naturally…read morefor him. He's a master in his craft and takes pride in his food. From the "fresh from scratch" ingredients to the final garnishing touches in the end, each course comes out perfectly, creating a full sensorial experience with every meal. He has catered small private events for us over the years and each time always bringing something new and different to the table...literally. His fresh breads, delicious soups, varying gourmet salads...his seafood cioppino is incredible and his tri-tip melts in your mouth. Grilling is an art for him and his baked mac and cheese is the best we've ever had. His Salted Butterscotch Pudding is to die for. He is also passionate and highly experienced with fine wine, craft beer and high end spirits with mad mixology skills. A food and beverage pairing is also a fun and creative activity he can host in addition to cooking lessons and catering. Add to that his funny and gregarious personality with his professional and yet "No big deal, it'll be AWESOME" attitude, you will be in for a treat. Highly recommend Chef Marc Dix for your next culinary event or party. Even during these Covid times, he would be able to provide contactless and virtual experiences. He is BY FAR, one of the best in the business and we are fortunate to have him here locally in the South Bay! Bon Appetit!

PRIVATE In-Home COOKING CLASS A dear friend hosted an…read morein-home cooking class with Chef Dix. A fabulous time was had by all. Chef Dix not only prepared a fabulous menu for us to prepare, but he carefully showed us "tricks of the trade" on how to chop, dice, slice, and julienne with ease and like a pro. He taught us how to properly hold the cutting knife and how to let the knife do all the work. He taught us to use fresh herbs and spices to bring life to ordinary dishes. I love to cook and thought I knew a lot about cooking, but I walked away with new techniques and a few more recipes that tickle the taste buds. Thank you Marla for hosting and including me. Thank Chef Dix for amazing tips, yummy recipes and a fun-filled evening.