Very impressed with Chef Joann catering today! I was invited to the celebration of life of a dear former colleague and friend. This was my first time attending one event like this as in my home country there is more somber and sad the whole process. So being a foodie I was excited that to honor my friend hai wife hired catering in her beautiful home. From the moment we arrived I smelled the deliciousness. Appetizers were passed constantly and they were made right at the kitchen. Everything so delicious. The appetizers on main table at the balcony were beautifully presented. Flower arrangements perfectly blending. I loved everything. The staff was amazing and engaging, friendly and fast. Then more food at the backyard: filet mignon, the best macaroni cheese I have ever had and the freshest salad. Lemonades and drinks were all fantastic. Excellent caterers, I had a great experience. read more

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We just had Chef Joann & team cater our 88 person wedding and are so happy we hired her! She was a pleasure to meet at our tasting and her team truly is top-notch! We mainly were in communication with Dawn and she was extremely quick to reply and answered all of my questions and concerns regarding allergies. And of course the food was delicious! We opted for a buffet so guests would have the option to come back for seconds, many did and there was even food left over at the end of the night that was packaged for us. We wouldn't hesitate recommending Chef Joann's team to any of our friends and look forward to working with them again in the future. Thank you to Chef Joann, Dawn, and the rest of the team! read more

So grateful!!! Chef Joann Catering made my party AMAZING! They were a massive help- literally took care of everything so I could enjoy my night! I was a little nervous for the set up because our place is on the smaller side but they organized it all so well! They cooked and cleaned! Took care of all dishes being used. THE FOOD WAS AMAZINGGGGG! Don't even get me started on the deconstructed TJ dogs and In N Out sliders! The drinks were spot on! Everyone loved our bartender she was totally on it! I highly recommend Chef Joann Catering made my party a hit! Not sure if we will have another party without them now LOL read more

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I attended a November wedding catered by Chef Joann. Not only was the food absolutely delicious, I appreciated so much that it was gluten free! What a nice surprise and you couldn't even tell! The staff was phenomenal, in fact, I ran out of my drinks and one of them noticed, and ran up the road to get me her favorite brand (which is now my favorite brand!). It was so far above and beyond, I couldn't believe it! The brides were happy, the guests were happy, the food was fantastic and the staff was next level. Thank you and I can't wait to hire you for future events! read more

Chef Joann is amazing. She and her crew put together a beautiful brunch to celebrate my son's college graduation. I hired her to feed a friend who broke her leg and couldn't manage that task herself. I also had a magnificent birthday meal delivered to a friend in town. Chef Joann feeds people well and she takes care of all the details so the host doesn't have to do anything but have a good time. read more

Chef joann was so professional and easy to work with! And the star of the show was her food and her fun personality! My husbands 50th turned out amazing because of her! read more

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Chef Joann did an outstanding job of catering our large dinner event. The food, from appetizers through dessert, was outstanding; the service professional and gracious; and the set-up was simply beautiful -- even the guests were taking pictures. Since, we've heard nothing but glowing comments from the attendees. We've hired many caterers in the past, most quite good, but Chef Joann is now our go-to choice. read more

My husband and I host several parties and events throughout the year, and we have done so for the 10 years we've been together. Fundraisers, birthday parties, networking events, you name it: we love to host in our home. Over the years we have used many caterers and catering services, but we have never found anyone who compares to Chef Joann and her team. They are truly fantastic. First, they take into consideration and excel in delivering the entire guest's experience, from the time they arrive to the time they depart, they consider every little nuance (mostly things I never would have thought of) and take it one step beyond what's expected. Second, the food is delicious. (But that's not what I want to write about, because you can find lots and lots of caterers to give you food that tastes really good.) Here's the thing about Joann and her team: it is abundantly clear that they use top-quality ingredients (organic, fresh, locally sourced, etc.), and that's fantastic because most of our guests are really conscious about what they eat. (I mean they would eat whatever we gave them, but it's so fun to share with our guests about the quality of that fourth farm-to-table, short rib taco on a fresh organic jicama shell that they just popped in their mouth.) Here's the kicker: Joann pulls off nutritious food for conscious eaters in a way that isn't just passable, but is some of the best food I've ever eaten. Third, I'm a bit of a "hands-on host," so this took some getting used to. In the past, I have had to follow caterers around, go help them find the supplies they need or spend the night making sure THEY are okay. The first party we hosted with Joann, she was very clear to me that my job was to be with my guests and have a good time. And wow! Does she deliver on this! I literally do NOTHING when Joann's team is here--no questions, no interruptions, no worrying about whether she's doing okay. And my kitchen and prep area are always cleaner than Joann's team found them. "Perfection" is kind of a big word, but I'm inclined to use it. So let me just say this: my parties and events schedule (even for small gatherings) is planned around Joann's availability because I simply wouldn't use anyone else. read more

Joann's Customized Catering did a fantastic job catering my wedding reception! Chef Joann & her team were very professional, detail oriented, and genuinely hospitable! The food was beautifully displayed and really tasty!! Her bar staff even made Hawaiian shaved ice cocktails for my guests! We also rented her multicolored vintage glassware...great touch! I absolutely recommend Joann's Catering...it was a one of a kind experience! read more

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Chef Joann and her staff did an amazing job at our home for a small intimate wedding. The food was so beautiful and tasty! We would love to use her again. read more

I used Chef Joann for my micro wedding in July. she was amazing from start to finish! everyone at our wedding couldnt stop talking about the food and my aunt even checked to see if she would be interested in catering her daughters wedding. There were options for everyone no matter the food restrictions. I'm so happy we found her because I can't imagine our wedding with out the amazing food she prepared! read more

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I had the opportunity to work with Chef Joann and team for a recent "celebration of life". The entire experience was wonderful from the planning stage to the execution everything was perfect. The chef and team on site were professional, caring, courteous and willing to please. The food was excellent and artistically presented. Plenty of compliments from attendees. They are truly a customer focused team and exceeded my expectations. Thank you. read more

The food was delicious and the service was excellent! The staff at Chef Joann clearly adheres to the highest standards in both of these areas! And ours was not an uncomplicated evening! Our daughter and her fiancé wanted to share healthy, vegan food with a Mexican flair with our guests at their rehearsal dinner. Vegan Mexican can be tricky - people familiar with it have expectations of the cheeses and meats. Several caterers offered a couple of items but couldn't do an entire meal, often suggesting a vegetarian menu. To add to the stress, the wedding and rehearsal dinner had been postponed twice over the past two years due to Covid and travel restrictions. The caterer we had worked with all that time quit suddenly, just four weeks before our event. We were fortunate that the site manager of our venue recommended Chef Joann! Within days, they put together a tasting. Over the next couple of weeks, they quickly and graciously adjusted the menu to deal with allergies, choices of vegan cheeses (some melt better than others) and tortillas (Chef Joann is a gluten-free kitchen, but they served flour tortillas at our request). The office manager was prompt and professional in all of her responses to our requests - and there were lots. Remember, we had been working with the same caterer for over two years, refining the menu. Chef Joann's people made it all happen in less than four weeks. In addition to the tacos and quesadillas we enjoyed a crisp green salad, tasty sauces and guacamole. To top it off, for dessert the Churro Man set up his stand and to the delight of young and old made fresh churros to go with horchata and masses of sliced fresh fruit and berries. The staff members (I lost count) were ubiquitous - bustling about but unobtrusive - always available but never in the way: tables were tidied, water was poured, serving dishes filled. I was asked often if there was anything we wanted/needed. And we even got leftovers! We were so impressed, highly recommend them and would use them again! read more

My husband and I chose Chef Joann as our wedding caterer (she was on the preferred list of vendors for our venue, The Wood Shed). We met with multiple other caterers and Joann was by far the best! She was willing to work with us to come up with an amazing menu and needless to say the food was to die for. Everyone at the wedding was raving about it! For reference we had: Apps: Pulled pork jicama tacos with mango salsa & Vegetable ceviche mini tostadas Buffet: Polenta, vegan Quinoa salad with grilled summer squash, arugula and lemon vinaigrette; seared Santa Maria rub tri tip, & ancho lime roasted chicken Joann also helped us with the non-alcoholic drinks: we had coffee, tea, soda, and a fruit mocktail. Her staff was attentive, helpful, and professional. Joann went above and beyond by helping us with some of our non-food related wedding needs. We were able to rent vintage plates/ flatware/ cups for the tables from her and she referred us to the person we ended up hiring as our day-of coordinator. Joann was with us every step of the way and is truly a wonderful person. You can't go wrong hiring Chef Joann as your caterer for any event! read more

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If you want some great healthy food and lots of it presented deliciously and this is your woman the best chef you've ever had

To put it simply, Chef Joann is crazy talented. She caters our friends' annual 4th of July party and we hired her to cater a family member's birthday celebration last year. Her food is uniquely incredible and tasty. The ingredients are fresh and top shelf. Her team is gracious and professional in serving and guest interactions. She and her team will leave your kitchen clean and tidy before they leave. We highly recommend Chef Joann if you are looking for a talented, warm-hearted and professional caterer for your next event. read more

Chef Joann and her team are amazing. We had a client and team appreciation party and Joann suggested doing a build-your-own ice cream sandwich bar. I've never seen so many toppings...or received so many rave reviews from guests! I will definitely be hiring Chef Joann and team for our next company event. read more

I had just started thinking about throwing my wife a 40th birthday party when I happened upon Chef Joann and her team at a company event she was catering. I'd been to countless company events over the years, but this one struck me as different. The food, the staging, the service... it was all thoughtfully prepared and executed. I asked Joann if she'd consider coming out to Joshua Tree to cater my wife's party and she didn't hesitate. Best decision I could've made. Now I had a partner-in-crime who helped to take care of everything, up to and through the event. The day of the party arrived and Joann did not disappoint, far exceeding my already high expectations. The place settings were right out of a movie, creating just the right vibe for dinner. The food was perfectly and evenly prepared, with more than enough to feed 40 hungry guests. And the energy Joann and her team brought to the event cannot be overstated. Maybe you'll find better food elsewhere (I doubt it), but you're not going to match the overall experience. I ended up getting a lot of kudos for throwing a great party, but truth be told Chef Joann deserves most of the credit. Thank you, Joann. You are a talent, and I could not have pulled it off without you. read more

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Chef Joann and her team recently catered our daughter's wedding. We were extremely happy with the service and quality of food. We had her provide the table settings as well as the cuisine. Our guests loved the eclectic china, glasses and linens. Then came the food! The charcuterie tray and pass around appetizers were outstanding. The entrees of short ribs and chicken were a big hit, not to mention the fresh roasted vegetables and decadent potatoes . She and her staff are very professional and provide wonderful customer service! I would absolutely use her catering services again! read more

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Chef Joann catered my wedding and she is so much more than just a chef/caterer! She helped with many aspects of my wedding, as we did not hire a wedding planner, and had the amazing ability to stay very calm and focused no matter what was going on. She is a great leader to her staff who were also so amazing and professional. These were all very important qualities to me as I was looking for a caterer. And of course the food was absolutely amazing. She was open to our menu suggestions and dietary needs. Our guests were so happy and some have even asked for her information for future catering. I plan on using her catering and meal prep services again in the future. She really played a huge part in how wonderful and magical our wedding was. Thank you again Chef Joann! Xo read more

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I've had the pleasure of working with Chef Joann on numerous occasions and I am always impressed by the creativity and tastiness of her food and impeccable customer service. Chef Joann is the only choice for your next special occasion! read more

I booked Joann for my wedding last month. We were told the aesthetic would be beautiful and it wasn't, it was meager. The grazing table was small and also had no aesthetic. The food was good though! We also didn't receive our tableside water and wine service, though she gracefully refunded us we were disappointed we did not get the aesthetic we were promised for the presentation of our wedding buffet. read more

Chef Joann was an absolute pleasure to work with. When we first reached out to Chef Joann, she was a little bit out of our price range, but she was able to work with us and our budget in order to be the caterer for our wedding. We went and met Joann and did a food tasting with her and she was so hospitable and nice we knew we had found the caterer for us, not to mention the food was absolutely amazing. Luckily, Chef Joann had worked our venue before so that took all the worries and stress from trying to plan and connect her with our venue and coordinator. She was able to work with us, even through all the craziness of 2020 and we were able to figure out a way to make things work efficiently and safely without jeopardizing the layout or food. The bartenders she was able to bring went above and beyond and really helped to get the party started for our wedding. They were constantly bringing my wife and I drinks as we would be empty handed and socializing with our guests. It was really cool how well the entire crew took care of not only us but all of our guests. With me being the wayI am, I wanted to help Joann and her crew and she would joke with me to be quiet, have fun and get married. It really felt like a family member or close friend was there, had our back and was taking care of us. It was a really cool dynamic and took all the stress out of the day. The food Joann conjures up is not easily put into words. The appetizers she did for the cocktail hour as well as the cheese boards she created for each table were astounding. They were above and beyond anything we had expected. I had guests coming up to me all night commenting on how amazing the cocktail hour was along with the dinner. We are so happy we picked Joann to take control and be a part of our big day. I would highly recommend Joann to anyone who wants amazing a delectable food from someone who is so easy going and easy to work with, you feel like you have known them for years. Thank you Chef Joann and team! read more

I can't thank Joann enough for helping navigate the oddities of planning a wedding in 2020. Professional, talented, knowledgeable, and genuinely lovely. The entire menu was delicious. I will certainly use for events in the future (though I hope to never have to plan another wedding, ha!) read more

Truly the best. I don't use catering services often so i just didn't know what to expect, but my first experience just blew me away. Perhaps making this review a bit biased. She definitely set the bar high for other catering services I may use in the future. At this point I can't even imagine not using her again. It was DELICIOUS. And shes super professional. read more