I don't even know where to begin! From the planning phase to execution Chef Paulette was top notch. I contacted her to be our chef for the week while we were in Bar Harbor celebrating my Mom's 80th birthday. Not only was the food AMAZING, but so was Paulette and her staff. They hosted a total of 7 full meals for us, breakfast and dinner - and it was magical! One of the meals was a picnic dinner for our boat trip where she met us at the doc with wonderful delectables. From clam chowder to lobster rolls to surf 'n turf dinner - our bellies were so happy. We left with new family! In all there were 13 of us - here are some of their reviews too: Dad - When I gave our daughter the go ahead for a private chef to create and cook meals for our almost week long celebration of my wife's special birthday, I did not realize just how fantastic Chef Paulette would make our time together. Chef Paulette and her crew endeared themselves to our entire family including grands. By the second day she knew all our name and something unique about us all. Thanks so very much Paulette- we love you! Mom - Chef Paulette was very creative with meals for our family - young & old! She was very engaging and a delight to know! B. Garner Paul- Chef Paulette made our vacation trip even more amazing. Exceeded expectations. The food was amazing and i loved that she and her team were friendly and took the time to educate about the local food she prepared. Thanks Paulette. Jen- Chef Paulette was so wonderful! She and her staff not only prepared amazingly delicious meals for us but they were also so kind and personable. Each meal was well planned out taking into consideration everyone's personal likes and dislikes. Her service was top notch and it elevated our vacation experience! I highly recommend Chef Paulette for your special occasion! Karen - Highly recommend Chef Paulette. She put so much thought and effort into each meal, catered to our individual tastes when requested, and she went above and beyond to make every detail special. Simply the best!! read more

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Paulette wasn't able to provide catering but she was super helpful. She's very knowledgeable about the area and thoughtful in her suggestions. Her phone call will make our experience far better! read more

She catered a week long event I attended in Maine. Healthy and fresh food that was SO appetizing! I highly recommend her. read more

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Chef Paulette and her team were a gift from above! They created two outstanding dinners for a group of 7 which included vegetarians, vegans, pescatarians, an 18 mo old baby, and a birthday celebration. Needless to say we were a challenging group to work with! Paulette and her team took on the challenge of cooking for our family with enthusiasm, grace, and good cheer. She designed menus using fresh and organic ingredients, created meals for our diverse bunch that were delicious and beautifully presented, and well-received by all. Being able to stay at home but have a 5-star dining experience was one of the highlights of our trip to Maine. We wholeheartedly recommend this highly professional, conscientious and thoughtful chef and her team. Treat yourself!! read more

Paulette is a phenomenal chef! From her world famous paella to her golumki's, everything she creates is delicious. Give her a few ideas or let her creativity thrill your tastebuds, you will enjoy it all. read more

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I have attended three events where Chef Paulette performed her magic and each time is a jaw dropper. Not only is the food incredibly delicious but it is healthy and clean. She is a miracle worker in the kitchen and a magical personality when she serves. You can't help but love her. She can take any event from average to wonderful. A genuine asset for any group event. read more

Paulette is wonderfully nice and helpful. She wasn't available for my event location, but she went above and beyond to help me find someone who would be. read more

Chef Paulette is amazing! I just hosted a week long writer's retreat in Maine and I can't even imagine doing another such event without her. She's hilarious, fun, a real pro, and of course the food was absolutely fantastic, and we put her through her paces. She created all kinds of delicious and beautifully-presented vegetarian, vegan and seafood-based breakfasts and dinners, and did special request creations on the side for those with dietary restrictions. She kept her good humor despite power outages, a temperamental oven and dishwasher, and a possessed microwave. One thing I really love is that she's super inventive about how to make good use of leftovers, so food never goes to waste, and she leaves a clean and tidy kitchen each time she heads out. She and her terrific staff (big shout out to Tanya!!) work unbelievably hard, not only on-site, but off-site, too. She's flexible, easy-going, a joy to be with, and she made our week together ever-so-special. Thank you SO much, Chef Paulette. You have a new friend for life! read more

Chef Paulette is one of those few creative professionals that exceed all expectations! She worked with us to curate a beautiful event with great detail to the menu and a sophisticated twist on surf & turf (with one of the most flavorful steaks ever). Her thoughtfulness to every guests' preferences made our party a smashing success. From cocktail hour to dessert, Paulette and her staff attentive and personable, while still giving us space to mingle. My only regret as an Events Professional is that she's not closer to Manhattan to oversee all of my projects. Brava, Chef Paulette! read more

We just recently had an amazing and unforgettable dining experience with Chef Paulette in Maine! Chef Paulette worked her magic just for the two of us and one other couple - what a treat it was! We requested a diverse and delicious seafood menu including mussels, scallops, and cod) - each of which was to die for! The main event was, of course, preceded by an amazing Charcuterie Board spectacularly crafted and presented!! Chef Paulette is not only an amazingly skilled and professional chef ... she is a delight to be with!! Paulette shared countless insights and tips throughout her preparation of our dinner as she graciously allowed us to share the kitchen with her as she prepared all aspects of our meal ... what an education! If our seafood dinner was not enough ... Chef Paulette completed our meal with a Blueberry Tart (fresh Maine blueberries of course!) that melted in our mouths! What a special evening it was - delicious;, educational, engaging and fun!! We are so looking forward to our next opportunity to reunite with Chef Paulette!! - steven & melinda (Newport News, VA) read more

We had a safe family gathering and found Chef Paulette here on Yelp for a special dinner for my sister's bday celebration. I'm so glad we did. She worked through several rounds of planning, brought her amazing energy, skill and caring to the event, and cooked up a five star meal that we'll long remember (leaving behind a spotless kitchen). Can not be more enthusiastic in recommending her! read more

Last night had a meal from Chef Matt , who doesn't have a yelp individually but it was Chef Paulette who I called and who helped me organize everything with Matt. We wanted a private chef for a 30th birthday party with 6 guests. We all had dietary restrictions and Matt did an amazing job working around that while using seasonal Maine ingredients. He was friendly, on time, and best of all the food was INCREDIBLE!! He not only did the three planned courses, but threw in a couple of bonus additions, and helped us organize a wine pairing. Big thanks to Chef Paulette for her help to make this happen! read more