After I tried and failed to secure a dinner reservation for my mother's birthday, I came across the…read moreidea of a private chef. With less than a week to secure someone, I contacted Elaine at Tres Bien who just happened to have a cancellation. She was so easy to work with and her expertise was key in ensuring we had a scrumptious menu that would accommodate seven adults and three kids. Leading up to the dinner event, she was in close contact with me to ensure all details were thought through. She arrived with her sous chef Brett and together they worked their magic with great efficiency. We were all so impressed with the outcome as it really elevated the experience making for a special dinner for mom and us all.

Elaine and Brett provided a dinner for 10 (7 adults, 3 kids) for our mother's 75th birthday. I…read morecontacted Elaine THE WEEK OF our event, after we tried to get reservations at a family favorite restaurant, but failed. I completely lucked out with securing her services for that same week (she had a reschedule which opened up her schedule). Leading up to our dinner, Elaine helped with all the things we needed to think of having on hand, as well as let us know what she was able to provide. She also provided her feedback on our initial choices, stating that it would've been too 'rich' in terms of flavors...the final menu was incredible: Salmon, beef loin, brussels, twice baked potatoes, grilled pear salad and three appetizers. She even provided some breaded chicken that the kids gobbled up and wanted 'seconds' (which almost NEVER happens). One of the kids (8-years old) was completely impressed that we brought the restaurant experience to us! All in all, Tres Bien provided an elevated experience that everyone enjoyed to the fullest.

This is long overdue! For my birthday last March, my husband surprised me by hiring Jesse to create…read morean intimate dinner for two. I came home to a beautifully set table, warm candlelight, and the most inviting atmosphere. And the food... what a treat! Every course was full of flavor and beautifully presented--from appetizers all the way to dessert. Each dish was a little surprise, and the whole meal flowed so seamlessly, it felt like it could've gone on forever! Jesse arrives fully equipped, works quietly and efficiently, and leaves the kitchen spotless--like he was never there, except for the lingering memory of an incredible meal. Thank you, Jesse, for making that night special!

Jesse was INCREDIBLE! He was timely, communicative and the food was amazing. We had a dinner party…read morefor my best friends 40th birthday with 4 adults and 2 kids. He hit it out of the park. Apps served on the patio followed by a 3 course meal and dessert. He brings everything, makes it all from scratch and packs everything up. The kitchen looked like he was never there. So personable, didn't feel awkward at all. Highly recommend booking with Jesse you won't regret it.

100% the best caterer experienced!…read more Not only was the food amazing, Paella, Salad, Asparagus, the service was over the top! Highly recommend if you're looking for a caterer that's passionate about food and service. Chef Bruce Finch knows how to make delicious food especially using different levels of flavors layering in herbs, spices etc. that he makes from scratch! His brownies are to die for! Really!! Oh and his rum soaked pineapples plated with delicious ice cream topped with toasted coconut! I know! Mouth is watering, right?

My husband and I hired Bruce and his team for our 20 person wedding celebration and we hands down…read morehad the best experience and would recommend them a million times over. The food was so good and our guests raved about it even after the event. We opted for a multi course plated service and everything was delicious, presented so beautifully and made fresh local ingredients that truly wowed us all. I highly recommend their short ribs, baked havarti oysters, and do not pass on Bruces famous brownies! We absolutely loved how great the team was to work with as well. From the very beginning Bruce listened to the tastes/foods that were important to us and delivered on our special day. Jordan was a true hero handling our event rentals and making sure we had everything we needed for our bar service. Both were very responsive the entire time, and even hosted us for a tasting a few months prior to the event allowing us to sample what we were getting ourselves in to. I'd like to add that we also played a round of golf with them- these guys really love what they do and the people that they get to work with and it was really special for us to gain friends along the way. Thank you guys again for such a wonderful experience and we can't wait to work with you again soon!

Hannah and Ian were great! The meal was delicious. Farmers-market fresh ingredients, gorgeous…read morepresentation, and so delicious. I'd recommend Coming Home to anyone that needs a caterer for an event. You will be so impressed. Plus they are really nice people and it's always great to support a woman-owned small business.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience with Coming Home and Chef Hannah and Ian…read more The food was phenomenal! It was so fresh with the most well thought out local ingredients. We also had someone in our group with dietary restrictions. Hannah ensured that she fully understood our friend's dietary limitations and even made a special dessert she could enjoy. Apart from the food, the service was amazing - the kitchen was left spotless and it was such a relief to continue to enjoy our evening without all the clean up. Hannah and Ian are also lovely people with a very calming demeanor and that definitely added to what was a perfect evening. We would definitely recommend Coming Home for your next event!

The best!! Curry. Veggies peanut sauce!! Hyson is the kindest and most knowledgeable food guy!…read more Emily too!

I wish I could give Chef Hyson more than 5 stars and another reason to have him cater an event! We…read morehad him cater our wedding of 50 guests and it was the best decision we made. Our guests couldn't stop raving about how delicious the food was. They even went as far to say "BEST meal I've had in a while, BEST meal we had while visiting California, and BEST risotto I've ever had." His staff was incredibly attentive and we had a blast customizing the menu. We can't recommend his catering services highly enough!

Mark catered my surprise birthday on May 2nd. He set up early, was accommodating, and professional…read more Everyone loved the food! Affordable and just right for my event. Definitely recommend him!

The food was delicious, and Mark and his staff were absolutely amazing. Many of our guests…read morecommented on how friendly and accommodating they were. Mark was also a great communicator; he reached out a few times before the wedding to check for menu changes and confirm the guest count. Most of our guests went back for seconds, and there was plenty of food for everyone. I can't say enough good things about Affordable Chef Services--I highly recommend them! I rarely write reviews, but Mark truly helped make our wedding a success.

My sister recently eloped at the beach in carmel and we asked Crystal to cater to our Airbnb. We…read moreopted out of a plated option and had her deliver in warm trays to our home to keep things simple. She was prompt in her reply to her website, flexible on menu edits and on time with a delicious meal! I would absolutely recommend her for other events in the area.

Hire Crystal for sure! We received our referral from our wedding coordinator and this was by far…read morethe best referral! We rented a house for our wedding in Carmel by the Sea, and wanted a plated served dinner for our rehearsal dinner, and breakfast items left for the next morning of the wedding. Crystal and her team showed up timely and just took care of business. They arranged furniture and chairs to make seating for our 20 guests throughout the house. The services was perfect, the food was DELICIOUS, and I am an amateur chef myself. We had appetizers, salad, and short ribs and shrimp and everything was cooked to perfection. My family could not say enough about how the cheesecake was the best they have ever had! Crystal and the team cleaned up and were on their way like absolute professionals. I could not have asked for a better evening! Then we move on to breakfast. The quiches were so flavorful, and the fruit tray tasted like she put a little spritz of heaven on every peace of fruit! I will certainly hire Crystal again, and next time I'm in the area try her restaurant. Thank you Crystal and your team, you were absolutely a joy to work with!

We haven't had our event yet but he is very easy to work with and we look forward to seeing him in…read moreaction. He was willing to work within our budget and time parameters which is a big deal.

Chef Anthony, starting myself and my daughter on the path to eating healthier, more plant based…read morefoods. Chef Anthony came to our home, showed us many delicious dishes from plant base pizza, jack fruit Chile Verde and amazing healthy tacos. He cleared our fridge of the processed foods that were doing more harm to our bodies than good. He instructed us through a variety of fruits and vegetables, spices and seasonings, we were tasting it along the way, and when the final product was served..... We were delighted, a couple of frowns about eating the unknown, but when we tasted the food, we agreed it was something we liked. Chef Anthony has a love and passion for plant base cooking and I'm thankful he was able to share that with us. He is very calm and patient while instructing. He allows and encourages hands on learning, so we are included in the process of life. To create and mix foods and flavors that are healthy for us. Anthony, Thank you for introducing us to your passion, your love of food and life. It was an honor to have you in our home, helping us and give us the tools to make a difference for our future. We wish you success in your journey.

Oh my gosh, I can't say enough good things about this amazing chef! You can literally taste the…read morelove, intention and care she puts into every bite. The food is always nourishing, clean, healthy, sustainable and incredibly delicious!!! I love how creative and flexible she is with my different dietary restrictions. I could never come up with all the great ideas she has on my own and luckily I don't have to! Her meal delivery and her catered events have all been a smash hit, from vegan to paleo, she's got it down!

Farmgirl catered my wedding last July. We asked for an entirely gluten-free, vegan menu and not…read moreonly did Chef Kimber manage to meet our friends/family's dietary restrictions, but the food was AMAZING. She made a Thai feast that impressed my wife's Thai mom (not an easy thing to do as she is also an incredible cook) and left all of our guests happily satisfied. Even our guests who are adamantly carnivorous loved it. And that's saying something. I can't recommend Chef Kimber more. She's easy to work with, responds promptly to any questions and is a master in the kitchen. Brava!

To say this team only provides an exceptional food experience would be selling them short. More…read moreaccurately they deliver an experience that would leave any world class Butler, Maitre d, Server or Chef in awe. They say the difference between average and exceptional is in the details. These guys take it to a whole new level. Our group of 9 wanted for nothing over the entire weekend. Cocktails. check. Wine. check. Appetizers and Hors d'ouevres. check. Amazing dinners. check. Attentive service including clean up. check. Even an extra run to the store because someone needs more tequila and snacks! All done without asking. Carmel Private Chef is the real deal. We'll be using them again.

The best service ever. I would highly recommend them. They go above and beyond and help bring your…read moreevent to life by creating a highly curated and tailored culinary experience. They brought in food from local farms, wine from their favorite wineries and went above and beyond in every detail.