We booked Ryan to cook dinner for my mom's 70th birthday. It was the first time we've ever done…read moreanything like this. Naturally, because it was something new, we were a bit anxious about the experience. We weren't sure of all the moving pieces or how easy/difficult the process would be. When Ryan left on Saturday evening, our kitchen sparkling, it was like he had never even been there, except we were stuffed with incredibly delicious food. From my first contact with Ryan to the when he left my mom's house, it was all so easy. The menu was easy to decide on (Ryan has a huge selection of dishes he can put together). Ryan was easy going and guided us through each step. Ryan brings everything he needs, pots, pans, silverware, china, and food. He got to work right away, and when it came time to sit down, we were treated to an incredible feast. Every course (we had 5 courses) was delicious and elegant. We were served by Ryan's assistant. It was really like we were in a restaurant. I was eating with my back to the kitchen, and it was hard to even know he was there. He was efficient and didn't distract from our dinner (he was also willing to chat when we pulled him into the conversation.) If you are at all anxious about the process of having a chef cook dinner in your house, you shouldn't be if you pick Ryan. I would do it again in a heartbeat. Here's what we ate (If we could do it again, we'd eliminate one of the first three course... we. were. stuffed.): Hard Cider Pumpkin Bisque (a table favorite. Fall in a bowl) Wedge Salad (the dressing was dynamite) Scallops and risotto (Another hit. This is where we were feeling rather full). Filet OR herb encrusted chicken (maybe the best filet I've had in a long while. Just cooked perfectly.) Tangerine Creme Brulee (blow torch demo included!). If you're thinking about doing something romantic for a significant other or planning a larger dinner (we had 9 people), you should hire Ryan. You won't regret it and you'll impress everyone.

Chef Ryan is amazing - and his food is simply outstanding! Our children surprised us with a…read morecombination Anniversary and Birthday dinner last night, and the menu was superb. The braised short rib grilled cheese appetizers were nothing short of amazing and could have been a meal in themselves ... but we continued with fantastic corn chowder with crab, arugula salad with melon and pine nuts, and stuffed cod that melted in our mouths. Add in lava cakes ... and you have a meal that is totally over the top. But the best part of the night was Chef Ryan and his assistant Leslie - who cooked, served and cleaned up. As they left you would never have known anyone was in the kitchen !!! Simply amazing. If you want the luxury of have your own professional chef for an evening - call Chef Ryan - he's the best !

The absolute best! Chef David is incredible, his professionalism, his talent and the meals...oh…read morethe meals. We've hired him for many occasions and he never disappoints and always blows our guests away. We've done 4-6 course meals, he works with us on any aversions or preferences, brings his own server ware and somehow my kitchen is always cleaner than when he arrived. Just top notch! Can't recommend enough for a high-class incredible private chef meal.

We had an amazing experience with David Verdo catering . We cannot wait to book another event with…read morehim this spring.

I was contacted by someone from Johnny Burke Catering who was professional and apologetic about my…read moreexperience. She resolved the issue quickly, I'm very appreciative and impressed.

Danielle from Johnny Burke Catering was awesome to work with...right from our 1st email exchange!…read moreJohnny Burke was highly recommended to us. Danielle was quick to provide menu suggestions, was super responsive and had great follow-up, we could not have asked for more. While we did not move forward with Johnny Burke Catering (our group decided on something totally different), I would 100% go back to them when we are looking for catering for future events. Thank you for a wonderful experience!

I would highly recommend A Fresh Endeavor. I first contacted them in the hopes of eating better due…read moreto health concerns and soon after found out that I also needed to go gluten and dairy free. This seemed very daunting but they made the transition seamlessly, bringing alot of experience and knowledge about preparing foods for alternative diets. They are professional, friendly and willing to accommodate both personal preferences as well as dietary limitations and their services have been invaluable.

I hired Dennis and Christine for a company party at my home and couldn't have more pleased with the…read moreoutcome! All of the guests raved about the food and also commented on what wonderful people they were - they really added to the party. They have such a nice way about them; they are appropriately engaging, caring, funny, and amazing chefs! For me, I was just impressed with how they took care of everything. I've hosted many parties in my home and this was the first time I was actually able to enjoy the party, without having to worry about anything. They show up with everything they need and leave your house in the same condition as when they arrived- amazing! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend A Fresh Endeavor to anyone looking for professional chefs for an event or even just a small gathering. I will absolutely use them again!

We've now hired Jeff three times, and every single experience has been incredible. He consistently…read moregoes above and beyond, and this birthday dinner was no exception. The menu was incredible. We started with a beet salad with pistachios and burrata, perfectly cooked scallops with risotto, and hands down the best chicken marsala I've ever had. He finished the night with his brown butter chocolate chip cookies, which were unreal. Beyond the food, he is so kind, thoughtful, and truly makes the entire experience feel special and effortless. You can tell he genuinely cares about what he does, and it shows in every detail.

From the owner: “Metta” is a concept of intentional kindness and care. And that spirit guides everything I do…read more Every menu is built thoughtfully, every detail considered, and every guest treated like they’re an old friend. To me, hospitality isn’t an afterthought; it’s the foundation of my business. I focus on creating an atmosphere that feels relaxed, generous, and seamless, so hosts can be a guest at their own party. Behind that warmth is serious craft. My background in chemistry shapes how I build flavor, texture, and balance in every dish. And as a former professional brewer, I bring deep beer expertise to the table, offering beer, wine, and cocktail pairings that elevate the entire experience beyond an ordinary dinner.

I recently hired Steve to do a private dining experience for my family and I. Everything was…read morewonderful, from beginning to end. He was really easy to plan a menu with, and was very responsive with communications prior to the event. I also found his business model to be very efficient and organized. He sent me a brochure prior to the event, for example. The brochure explained everything that I could expect during the dining experience. I also have to say, the food was excellent. It was probably one of the best meals I've eaten in a very long time. My entire family was thrilled and continue talking about the meal (even days later). I highly recommend this business, and I would definitely work with him again.

Wok Theology was highly recommended by a friend and it DID NOT DISAPPOINT!…read more When we had our first call to discuss my event, Steve asked all the right questions to get a good understanding of my preferences. He was quick to identify some of my favorite ingredients while making exciting suggestions on how to further enhance the flavor profiles. On the day of the event, their team arrived promptly to set up. The food was plated beautifully and Mattie gave a captivating introduction of ever course, which made the experience that much more personable. The food was hands down some of my favorite meals I have ever had in my life. The blood orange cardamom cake was heavenly. Not to mention, one of my children had an accident during the meal. Wok Theology was quick to clean it up and replace that course for him. If I had to describe Chef Steve in one way - I would say he is a flavor profile matchmaker, craftily matching me to new flavors, ONE MATCH at a time. All around 5 stars!