As my wife was approaching a milestone birthday, I wanted to do something truly special for her. We…read moredecided to host 24 of our close friends at our community center to celebrate the occasion. After searching online, I found 5 Star Catering and connected with Chef Shabo. From start to finish, Chef Shabo was outstanding. He came to our home and prepared Chicken Parmesan and Lasagna, and both dishes were delicious! What made it even better was that we didn't have to worry about a thing. They brought all the dishes, silverware, and everything needed to make the evening seamless and stress-free. Bottom line: we would gladly have them cater any future event we host. This is the first review I've ever written, but I felt compelled to share our wonderful experience. If you're planning a party and considering catering, we would highly recommend 5 Star Catering. -- Mark Sobeck

From the owner: Chef Shabo brings over 20 years of professional culinary experience to every event. His background…read moreincludes training and leadership within globally recognized hospitality companies such as Hilton Worldwide and Marriott International. Before launching 5 Star Catering, he owned restaurants in Miami and Naples, developing menus focused on fresh ingredients, elegant presentation, and guest-centered dining experiences. Today we specialize in private chef services, catering, and interactive cooking experiences in Naples, Marco Island, and surrounding Southwest Florida areas. Our services include in-home private dining, special event catering, bachelorette parties, anniversary dinners, and hands-on cooking classes for adults and families. Guests often enjoy experiences such as pasta or ravioli making, chef-led tastings, and cocktail pairing tutorials. A key part of our philosophy is food allergy awareness and dietary-friendly cooking. Chef Shabo has extensive experience preparing gluten-free, dairy-free, and other customized menus while maintaining the same high level of flavor and presentation for every guest. Chef Shabo also holds a ServSafe Manager Certification, ensuring professional food safety standards at every event. Our goal is simple: restaurant-quality cuisine, personalized service, and memorable dining experiences brought directly to your home or vacation rental.

That was the second time that we went to a cooking demonstration here. This time we prepared a…read moreMediterranean meal, Patricia wad our chef instructor. She was absolutely great. Taking her time to answer our questions and showing us how to prepare our dishes. What a great evening everyone had! The first item that we helped prepare was a glazed almond cake. We also prepared a pine nut couscous with dried apricots. Our side dish was marinated zucchini with an oregano and sun dried tomato vinaigrette that our group made. Our main dish was sautéed shrimp with Mediterranean spices and a garlic aioli. Great food and an excellent experience.

I always enjoy going to Sur La Table at the Mercato mall. It's in a great location and people who…read morework there are friendly and helpful. The store is well stocked with merchandise and if you can't find what you want, their mail order service is always available. Items are well packed, I have a fair number of plates and bowls, none has ever arrived broken. Shopping in this store is fun, especially if you like kitchen gadgets and seeing the latest items out there. If you buy something breakable, they take great care in wrapping it, so you can get it home without having issues. As a long time customer, I've always been pleased with their good service and quality products. The cooking classes that they offer look like fun and a way to increase your cooking skills! Sur La Table is a store that I can count on to have the perfect gadget or sale on pasta bowls, just when I need a few extra. The Mercato is in the best location, not only for tourists, but locals, who are lucky enough to take advantage of year around shopping . If you haven't visited the Mercato, you'll want to check it out. Sur La Table sits right on the corner surrounded by the best shopping in town.

I had a private cooking demo from Chef Aaron and it was very educational and entertaining. The…read morefood was delicious and the tips I learned will last a lifetime. I learned how to clean and sauté mussels, how to poach a whole lobster, how to roast Brussel sprouts and potatoes, and how to puree potatoes. I also learned about plating and proper knife skills. Overall the information I learned and the food was well worth the cost, and the experience was wonderful! I highly recommend Chef Aaron! Thank you for a wonderful experience Chef! I look forward to the next one!

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Hiring a private chef in a place we had never been, in a house we had never seen, for a high-stakes…read moreclient dinner was a little nerve-wracking--but wow, did David deliver! From start to finish, the experience was seamless. The food wasn't just restaurant quality--it was the kind of meal that makes you rethink what great food really is. Every dish was executed to perfection, beautifully plated, and downright unforgettable, yet the atmosphere remained effortlessly relaxed. He was flexible, accommodating, and handled everything with ease. On top of that, he was personable, funny, and somehow left the kitchen cleaner than when he arrived. If you need a private chef in Marco Island or elsewhere, don't even hesitate--David is the one to book!

The space provided or the words that I have can truly speak to how amazing David did with the…read moredinner for my wife and I. It was for my wife's birthday and very last minute. David was able to pull together an amazing menu and under some strange circumstances. I asked for a Japanese menu and did he deliver. Picking the right fish and flavors that have us thinking about it a full 24 hours later. I look forward to the next time I am in the area and will dining with David as soon as time permits and I advise anyone to do the same.

They are wonderful to work with on private events. I cannot say enough good things about Natalia!…read more As a professional event planner I would high recommend working with them on any event. So accommodating and just great people.

We go every year for the holidays and make a craft. It's so much fun, and so many different options…read moreto choose from!