Alan and Evan are experts in the gastronomical arts. All the food that they make that we have had…read morethe privilege of experiencing has set the bar. They are two fantastic chefs that truly understand flavor and ingredient combinations. The way they bounce ideas off of each other is so complimentary it's no wonder each dish tastes so great. The time and effort they take to create their dishes really shines through as well as the positivity they exude. They are truly a pleasure to work with and so accommodating.

For our wedding shower we chose a Lord of the Rings theme, as we were about to begin a great…read morejourney. The Fellowship forged by Chef Evan and Chef Alan is a hobbit-like love of interesting and fresh, delicious food that will set a festive mood and be the highlight of any event. Alan and Evan took the time to talk with us about our party and what we envisioned, then created an entire menu based on our theme. They developed inspired, unique offerings such Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Cucumber cups inspired by Smeagol, Balrog Roast Beef Tri tip, PO-TAY-TO Stew, and Farmer Maggots Veggie Medley. Our guests were raving at both the presentation and the taste. Thanks to Smilin' Knives, everyone concluded we had truly thrown the one party to rule them all. If you are looking for true professionals who begin and end with a love of food and delivering an exceptional customer experience, I highly recommend you go with Smilin' Knives for your event.

Chef Tams created a delicious cooking class for 6 of us. She…read moreis a delight! Chef Tams taught us a 3 course meal starting with fried green tomatoes with remoulade and arugula, followed by an entree of grilled chicken, grits, and roasted sweet potatoes, mushrooms and kale, and finishing with peach cobbler. The ingredients were the highest quality and she left our kitchen spotless. I highly recommend her! She is professional and has a passion for food.

I used them for my wedding. Everything was fresh, hot and served on time. The staff was…read moreefficient, professional and friendly. I recently found out they do Corporate events as well. I would definitely recommend this company for future events.

I haven't written a Yelp review in over 4 years and I felt the need to jump on here to do so to…read morerave about Lindsey's services. I honestly did not know what to expect when hiring a personal chef for a night. I found Lindsey (Lili Magnolia) via Yelp and chose her services because everything she displayed on her website felt honest. We needed a catered dinner in Topanga, CA for my friend's bachelorette weekend (15 ladies) and Lindsey was the perfect fit. PLANNING - Booked Lindsey about 2 months in advance - Quick to respond (usually within an hour) - Used Honeybook to book her services (e.g. sign contracts, make payments) so it felt safe and secure. - Customizable menu (we had a vegan guest and Lindsey had a bunch of suggestions) - In-tune with how much we wanted to spend per person (no more than $100) DAY OF - Showed up on time w/ her sous chef (our location was quite obscure in the Topanga Hills so we thought the drive was a bit daunting but she and her sous chef handled it like champs!) - She was extremely kind and gave us tips on how to roast vegetables! - Food was beyond delicious and for a party of 15, we did not run out - Flexible to serve the food buffet style or family style, up to us - Did not need instructions around the kitchen or the grill in the backyard (We had rented an Airbnb) MENU (highly recommend) Starters: - marinated roma tomatoes w/ grilled garlic bread - crab cakes w/ romesco sauce - seasonal crudites w/ dip Salads: - rustic whole leaf caesar salad w/ torn croutons & shaved parmesan - zucchini carpaccio w/ arugula salad, shaved parmesan & pine nuts Mains: - classic roast chicken w/ citrus & rosemary - grilled skirt steak w/ chimmichurri - marinated grilled tofu w/ sautéed wild mushrooms (vegan) Sides: - roasted baby carrots - roasted brussel sprouts - classic garlic mashed potatoes All in all, I would highly recommend her services. As weird as this sounds, they blended into the background and did not get in the way of our party for the night. However, they were super caring and gracious enough to bring our dishes to the table when we had inadvertently switched from having it buffet style to family style. On top of that, Lindsey and her sous chef worked quickly and efficiently to put out the food for us. They cleaned up the kitchen and left it nicer than they had found it. In addition, they also wrapped up leftovers and put them right into the fridge for us. (Yes, the leftovers the next day were still delicious) I would definitely book her again if I find myself in the LA area needing a chef.

Lindsey was such a delight to work with. She made planning a luncheon for 10 people incredibly easy…read moreand breezy. She's incredibly talented and catered to my every need (pun intended). She also accommodated our dietary restrictions and provided a spread of delicious foods that everyone in the house couldn't stop raving about. I HIGHLY recommend contacting her for catering needs, personal chef brunches, demonstrations and cooking classes/lessons. She will n it disappoint. She's a professional who makes the entire experience stress-free, despite there being a curve ball when we found out my grill didn't work! She improvised and had everything ready as scheduled.

Sarah did a great job with some Paleo style Snickerdoodles and Pumpkin cookies. I have had a few…read moredifferent people attempt the same feat and didn't even come close to the success. Warmed up in the microwave is the best way. Even a few days later they stayed moist and didn't have the denseness that I have come to expect from a Paleo bakery product. I can't wait to try the risotto and farro she spoke about. I have never tried either before but I trust her judgement. Sarah you're a regular Wolfgang.

Laarni was our day-of coordinator for our wedding and she was absolutely the sweetest to work with…read more She is super organized, flexible, and willing to answer any questions we threw her way. The moment she took over coordinating with the vendors, it felt like a huge mountain was lifted off my shoulders. She absolutely rocks!

Laarni is amazing! Professional, organized and quick to communicate. She created my table numbers,…read moreguest namecards, dessert/late night snack signs and his & her drinks signs for my wedding as well as provide candle rentals. Not only is her work amazing but she was easy to work with and very accommodating. I would work with Laarni again in a heartbeat! Highly recommend Blissful Visions for your events!

I have been to two events where Sunshine was the chef. Both had approx 40 people. The food was so…read moreabundant, delicious and hot. I was impressed with the amount of dishes, the love poured into each and that there was not a single error. On a personal note; when you eat her food or meet her one can't help but wanting to hug her and thank her. She is a truly talented chef and lovely woman!

My friend hired sunshine for her annual Thanksgiving party - what a great idea. Food was delicious…read moreand she is just truly wonderful.

I can personally recommend this place as EXTRAORDINARY! I came across it at a retreat on Catalina…read moreand I was BLOWN AWAY! The freshness, the flavor the uniqueness, and the absolute healthiness of every bite was and is some thing I think about since 2018 lol! I don't know what it was but it was delicious! And this was definitely one of the main things that I think about still from that trip! I was so impressed with the amount of food and the fast preparation it just seems like there is a staff of 20 people. I was just blown away. I can't wait for my friend to use them at her wedding! The unique concoctions and the display and the colors everything was gorgeous! It was like watching art and then getting to eat it! :-)

PHINOM CUISINE's plated catering perfected our farm-to-table wedding this summer!…read more We had a delicious appetizer spread, along with gorgeous yet delectable passed hors d'ouvres. Phinom's servers took the time to craft a special plate for my best friend and her husband as they took pictures after the ceremony; everybody was so moved by this sentimental gesture because there were no special requests prior. The meal itself was TO DIE FOR. We knew we'd found a gem as our Moroccan friends raved non-stop about the authenticity of the flavorful Chicken Tajin! From the beginning, MAYA (their executive chef) was prompt and accommodating, consistently staying on point in every aspect. And even though I was overwhelmed with other Maid of Honor duties, I immediately felt comfortable with YOUSSEF (their event coordinator) taking the reins when it came to all things food- and service-related. From the rentals and the bartenders to the guests with food allergies, everything was handled with grace and ease. I could tell we were in very good hands. Having worked with many caterers throughout the country for a variety of events, I can honestly say PHINOM CUISINE provided the most heavenly delicious food at an exceptional value. I've noticed many caterers will try to tack on sneaky surcharges and bill you after an event, but Phinom is beyond fair and ethical. In fact, they went out of their way to meet our needs and took care of us every step of the way. I'll be recommending them to everybody! FIVE STARS for MAYA and YOUSSEF's mouth-watering food and A+ service!

I attended Fresh of The Yacht's inaugural afternoon tea, held in a lovely event space in downtown…read moreLong Beach. A lot of thought was put into the event. From the decor, to the little shop for renting or purchasing fascinators and other tea apparel, to the amazing live entertainment everything came together to make a fun time. Guests were able to select their own tea pots from a large collection, which was a great touch, we all had fun choosing the perfect one to fit our style. The tea itself could use an upgrade. There were a variety of bagged teas to choose from, and teapots were filled with hot water from carafes. In order to get a good brew the water needs to be much hotter than a carafe can keep it. Hopefully if the events continue they are able to upgrade to water kettles that can keep water boiling for the perfect brew. While the tea was a little weak, my whole table had a great time at this event and I have high hopes for future afternoon teas by this company.

We had their food at a back to school bash and it was so damn good. The chopped cheese burger was…read more perfect: juicy, crunchy, savory with just the right toppings. My wife loved her tuna melt, and it was all very reasonably priced. Hope we get to try them again.