Great things are big reasons to celebrate! Birthdays, a 200th review and becoming an Elite All…read moreStar!! So, in honor of all these accomplishments, I'm dedicating my 200th review to Chef Lance, who helped make my birthday on Jan 27th perfect, very special and exactly what I had hoped for on many levels! From my first conversation with Chef Lance, I knew I found a wonderful Chef, and person! He replied to my initial contact within an hour of messenging him. Through our many emails and texts, together we created a menu that well exceeded 5 stars!! My birthday dinner was prepared in my home for my family, 6 people total! Dinner was called for at 7:30 and Chef Lance arrived at my home around 4:00 to set up and begin preparations. He was so cordial, knowledgeable and his stories of becoming a chef and all his experiences through the years fascinated me! Now for the good stuff, my menu.... Coconut Shrimp appetizer, Penne alla Vodka, Salad, Chicken Francaise and Honey Glazed Carrots. The entire night felt like we were eating in a very cozy restaurant! Chef Lance plated every dish and we enjoyed it all tremendously! Everything was just delicious! I have to point out certain things that stood out to me: the chicken was purchased from a butcher, jumbo shrimp were used and so incredibly fresh and succulent! The coconut was toasted beforehand and the homemade dipping sauce was nothing like anything I have ever had before. It was fruit based with an Asian twist, just fantastic! Because Penne alla Vodka is a favorite in my family, an extra batch was made so everyone could take some home to enjoy again! After dinner, my kitchen was completely cleaned and all dishes, pots, etc were washed. My daughters BF bought a cheescake for dessert so at that point it was time for Chef Lance to leave. From start to finish, he was in my home for almost 5 hours! I can't rave enough what an experience having a chef prepare an intimate dinner was like! If you are looking for someone who will exceed every expectation you may have, Chef Lance is who you should contact. There's no doubt I will be seeing him in my home again! Chef Lance, thank you for a birthday dinner experience I will never forget!!

Chef Lance did a fabulous job cooking a dinner party for 6 people celebrating some milestone…read morebirthdays. We did have some food/allergy issues with the group and Lance worked with us to create a menu that would work for everyone. It was truly a magical evening and I highly recommend him!!

Chef Sebastian was amazing! He really outdid himself with each and every dish. The hors d'oeuvres…read morewere a party favorite. I can't wait until I have another party/event so we can have him back!!

I'll start off this way, I'm probably the only person whose favorite meal this week in 90° July…read moreweather included half a quart of warm, Smoky Red Pepper Soup with Basil Croutons ($10). I'll admit, a small part of the reason is because I keep my apartment very cold and really love soups. The primary reason though is that I found an executive chef who is a culinary genius that will cater and deliver phenomenal gourmet food directly to my door at very reasonable prices. This was one of the best original soups that I've tasted in a very long while. A great thick, creamy texture, good heat (without being too spicy), and you could taste the flavor of the ingredients, not just get overwhelmed by the red pepper. The taste and texture worked in perfect concert together, just like the cream and the red pepper. I've been paying ten bucks a quart for deli-quality soups during this quarantine. This was certainly in a much different class of quality, for the same exact price. Once people catch on to this amazing value, I'll likely end up paying far more for the same caliber of cuisine. However, supporting a well-deserving and hardworking small business with an honest and positive is more important to me than saving a little money. By the way, in addition to his well-honed, epicurean chops, Chef Sebastian is also a real sweetheart of a guy. I know a lot of great chefs and they're not all...oh, what's a good euphemism to use here? As good at dealing with people as they are with knives. Well, Chef Sebastian is wonderful with both. A true professional and a good person. Alright, now let me review some more of his food. In the late 1990s, I lived in New Orleans. So, I definitely know a thing or two about great-tasting cornbread. Chef Sebastian makes excellent cornbread. Not too crumbly, but also not sticky. There's nice pieces of whole corn and little pieces of jalapenos inside. Remember, I'm not a big fan of spicy, but this cornbread was perfect. Not too spicy and it was pre-cut into small squares for me and filled an entire sizeable container. I've eaten a few pieces with 4 meals already and I still have leftovers. His portions are immense. That goes double for the Slow Smoked Beer Marinated Local Shortrib ($27 with corn and cornbread). I've never been given that much shortrib in a single portion intended for one person. I LOVE his homemade BBQ sauce so much that I used it abundantly, put the shortribs in potato roll buns and served them up similar to pulled pork sandwiches, only these were far better because they were beer marinated shortribs. There was enough for 4.5 overstuffed sandwiches. My executive chef friend ate one, along with a piece of cornbread, and was extremely impressed with both as well. The Smoked Whole Trout ($14) was actually a bit overwhelming. Even with my big appetite, I certainly couldn't finish it. It's an entire large cooked trout. For $14 and hand delivered to your door by the chef himself? Where else will you get that type of value? Nowhere! Certainly not near Port Washington, where I live. I ate half of the fish the first day that the food arrived because obviously it's seafood. Although, I did decide to sneak Chef S's New Jersey grilled corn on the cob into this meal, even though it really came to compliment another dish. I didn't want to wait though. The fish was cooked nicely and traveled very well. A nice thickness, easy to cut the meat away, and just a nice smokey flavor throughout. However, I avoided the recommended horseradish sauce that came with it because I was in the mood for more of a fish flavor. I wasn't disappointed. The corn was tasty too. The 24 Hour Slow Smoked BBQ Pork Shoulder ($21 with corn and cornbread) was another massive creation. Once again, I had leftovers. You can taste the time it took to cook this. Completely fall off-the-bone type of dish and so savory. Extremely tender and also beautifully complimented by Chef's homeade BBQ sauce. Honestly, that stuff could go with anything. It's delicious. Local Jersey Peach Crisp with Homemade Whipped Cream ($7). My favorite dessert from anywhere this month. It's a giant piece made for 2 people, as long as one of them isn't me. LOL. I devoured about 3/4 of it because it was so incredible. Thin fresh peach slices with a deliciously sugary crust. This dessert could start an addiction. Just before writing this paragraph I polished off the remaining 1/4 piece left in my fridge. By the way, his food and containers keep very well. The food is delicious, but the portions are huge! Pickle Spears ($8). These are smaller sized pickle spears. However, there's enough of them to fill the jar and they're obviously pickled that way to provide much more surface area and access to the flavors of Chef's special blend of peppers and seasonings. They're very good. If you like pickles, you'll totally like these. Lots of flavors: garlic, peppers, mustard seeds, and some others. Be careful though, these bite back. Everything is PERFECT!

Chef Chris LaMagma's food at Nite in Paris event in Smithtown June 11 was a true masterpiece. From…read morethe moment we arrived , the aromas promised a great night, but Chef Chris completely exceeded our expectations. The canapés served were a massive standout, perfectly seasoned, beautifully plated. You can tell he puts his heart into his craft, he didn't just cook for us, he curated a complete Parisian experience. Highly recommend him for any private event or dining experience. Bon appetit!

Food was excellent, service was terrific. Great with my daughter's multiple food allergies (made…read moreportions just for her). Got some cooking tips to boot!

This was a 10 star experience. The food was amazing. My family rented a house and wanted to do…read moresomething special for the last night there. Chef Scinto made the best dinner for 6 adults and had enough energy to then show off his dessert making skills to 4 very active and curious toddlers. I would love to make this a yearly tradition. Thank you, Chef! (He was also very responsive and on time and super organized. We didn't have to do a thing - just sit and watch and enjoy an amazing dinner.)

From the owner: Celebrity Chef Jonathan Scinto is known for his nationally acclaimed Itasian flavors, seen on the…read moreFood Network, Travel Channel, Prime Video, Forbes, Good Housekeeping to name of few. Itasian is a fusion of Italian and Asian influences. Celebrity Chef Jonathan Scinto also specializes in Classic American Cuisine and Comfort food, and melds together the Itasian flavors into an unforgettable dinner experience with plates of art work.

If you're looking for catering that doesn't just serve food but creates an unforgettable…read moreexperience, look no further than C'est Si Bon Catering & Events. From the very first bite, you can taste the love, passion, and creativity poured into every dish. The flavors are bold yet refined, the presentation is stunning, and the attention to detail is unmatched. Their team goes above and beyond to make sure every guest feels cared for--from customizing menus to fit your vision, to flawless service that makes you feel like royalty. Whether it's an intimate gathering, a wedding, or a large celebration, they turn every event into something magical. C'est Si Bon isn't just catering--it's an experience that leaves you talking about the food long after the party is over. If you want your event to be remembered for all the right reasons, this is the team to trust. One word: phenomenal.

Kamal and his team catered three breakfasts for us during our rental stay out in the Hamptons. His…read moreteam was kind, professional and easy to work with. Most importantly, the food was amazing and they were able to accommodate a vegan guest as well. We would definitely hire him again!

Mike's food was fantastic - delicious and creative. He made wonderful use of our local produce and…read morewas super thoughtful about the meal. He cares deeply about the presentation and the overall vibe of the event which made it extra special!

We had a girls weekend and hired Mike and it was such a good experience! The food was amazing. The…read moretuna tartare and the caviar on top of the scallops were definitely my favorite. But literally everything was so tasty and unique. He was also very communicativeand extremely professional. We will definitely hire him again if we are in the area!

First I would like to say that we have used Chef Gordon twice before (Both In NYC). We only reached…read moreout to him on the off chance he would know someone we could use while staying in Miami. To our surprise he stated he spends most of his winter commuting from NYC to the Miami/Miami Beach Area. Needless to say we were delighted. As always he brought the full court press with him from NYC. It was a pleasure not having to explain what we liked and didn't like. He was great, the food was spectacular. We wound up keeping him for the full time we were here. When he says Farm To Table he really means it. Fresh fish straight from the docks. virtually any other meat or vegetables were fresh from harvest. For us he's a keeper. Will not hesitate to recommend him to anyone, anywhere. Thank You Again Gordo.

Unfortunately, we had a very bad experience. I agree with one review which says DO NOT HIRE CHEF…read moreGORDON IF YOU WANT TO BE LIED TO AND CERTAINLY IF YOU DO WANT SERVICES DELIVERED.....!! At 10:07 am the morning of our scheduled dinner, he emailed me to say he was still in Saratoga ( 4 hours away ) and was not feeling well, and "we will see how it goes" what the hell!!?? I have 10 people arriving for a paid chef's dinner at 6, what does that mean???!! Continually emailed him asking him to call me or email with some kind of explanation or guarantee that he could make it and not a word. Finally threatened with a terrible review and he wrote back with some excuse. The entire week I tried to get something from him but apparently overbooked, as he was always preparing for another event or was with clients and it would be rude to answer my requests!!! He replied he has only cancelled twice in his career~~ yeah!!! well I happen to be one of them so how does that help me!!! I am so sorry our dinner was ruined and we had to scramble to provide $600 worth of takeout for our guests, serve and cleanup!! I cannot tell you how annoyed I am at this whole situation. I had to write this review, not to ruin his career, but to save someone from the distress I was caused, If you hire him make sure he is not overbooked or going be 4 hours away the night before your event. I don't know about his food, I never will, however make sure you have backup before you hire him......he does have good reviews the reason I sought after him....unfortunately I was burned!! Do not want this to happen to anyone else, if possible. He will answer with a response to try and soften this review, trust me when I tell you, there is no response that can make this right!!!

Our niece had her wedding catered by OntheMarc Events. The food ,service, professionalism was top…read morenotch. The bartender was attentive and made delicious summer inspired cocktails. I highly recommend and would definitely use them again. A few guests were interested in their services also.

Planning my son's Bar Mitzvah was a daunting task. The expense and amount that needed to be done…read morewas overwhelming and I needed to figure out a way to rein it in. I received a list of vendors from our synagogue and called all of them. The only one that was genuinely willing to work with me was OnTheMarc. Amanda and Marc understood completely what we were trying to accomplish and our budgetary restrictions. I am not saying it was cheap in any way, but they worked with me to achieve the perfect combination of quality and ample food at a, at least fair and manageable price. And, I have to say the food selection was incredible. I cannot tell you how many of our guests commented about it. However, the experience with On the Marc was so much more than just that. The staff was ample and incredible. EVERYONE was attended to at all times. Jacqui, the on-site lead was not only helpful leading up to the event, but she was invaluable at the event. It took such a load off our shoulders knowing she was there. I would use OnTheMarc over and over again if I could and I recommend them wholeheartedly for any event. I cannot thank them enough for what they did. I didn't want to put on such an expensive affair, but they did something I didn't think was possible - made me happy I did it.

I finally made it out to Chef Aless last night and it did not disappoint. The food, service and…read moreatmosphere were on point and we felt like we were is a cafe in Paris. The food is authentic and you can tell the chef who I believe is also the owner takes so much pride in her food and it shows. Her husband was on the restaurant floor tonight and even took the time to stop by to chat with us. What an amazing experience and the staff made us feel so welcome we even booked our Christmas party there! Amazing hospitality please keep the good work and we will see you again in December!

I hired Chef Aless for my husband's birthday on 1/26/21 - as indoor dining was still closed in NYC,…read moreand way too cold for outdoor dining, I opted to have Chef Aless come by so we could have the restaurant experience at home. From the first time I got in touch with her, Chef Aless was always prompt with her responses - as it was my first time ever doing anything like this, she helped curate a menu for my husband and I based on our likes/dislikes. I had also gone back to her to switch up a couple items, which she had no problem with either - really appreciate the flexibility! On the day of, she came by a bit early (which was a non-issue for us considering we were idling by at home), and was very efficient as soon as she stepped in - we were served some delicious hors d'oeuvres (fig and brie crisps were divine!), an appetizer (truffle burrata and arugula, with a delicious pomegranate molasses dressing), second course (crab cakes with mango slaw, always a favorite in my book), main course (a perfectly medium rare Pat LaFrieda steak), some sides (a decadent sauce for the steak, creamed spinach and potatoes lyonnaise; if you coudln't tell, we wanted to replicate the NYC steakhouse experience), and lastly, chocolate mousse for dessert (needless to say, it was amazing). And best of all, she left the kitchen spotless, which was much appreciated. I also want to note that it's important to clarify what you're looking for when hiring a private chef, especially as a first timer (like me) - I thought Chef Aless was going to cook everything from start to finish at our apartment, however she actually came by with everything mostly prepared, and left the finishing touches for last. Granted, not everyone has a fully equipped kitchen so I totally understand her coming pre-prepped, but considering my husband and I both love cooking and have a nearly fully-equipped kitchen, we would've loved to see her in action and use the opportunity to pick up some pro-tips. All in all, Chef Aless was an absolute pleasure to work and speak with, and I'm so happy to have found her. If indoor dining is still closed off in the future, I will definitely be keeping her in mind for more special occasions.