The food was not good! There was a pasta bar....the pasta was over cooked and mushy! The food came…read moreout cold and everything was tasteless. The table looked like a child set it up. The pie was gross!!! I would never recommend them!! There are a lot of incredible Chefs in Portland. The cook Amy is not in the same league.

We went to one of the farm to table dinners and Do not waste your money. It was my birthday dinner…read moreand was so disorganized, everybody was leaving plates of food cause it was inedible and it took forever. You eat family style which isnt my fave but in particular really isnt my fave if youre starving and running on a few 2oz shots of cider as there is no beer, wine, full pours of anything or even water? We sat at the end of the table and when the main entree (chicken) came out it was put in the middle so by the time it got to us we got about 2 bites of gristly thigh- and then the "chef" had the audacity to ask if we were full?! It was pretty clear that there was no edible chicken or pureed vegetables by the time it got down to us so when they cleared plates that didnt have food it should have gone without saying. We had to go home and order a pizza, mainly cause this took so long everything was closed. For the price point you could actually eat food you wanted almost anywhere else in Maine. I didnt feel comfortable complaining as it is generally not necessary in fine dining establishments and would have been rude in such a setting, particularly as we were sat next to a business associate of the chef. Such a disappointment.

We've had the pleasure of enjoying Amanda's cooking at friends' homes, and now that we hosted our…read moreown Amanda experience, we're hooked. The entire booking and planning process was easy and professional. After one conversation, Amanda came up with a menu that couldn't have been more perfect. She arrived at our home with fresh flowers and got right to work. As always, the food was divine. And here's one of the best parts: Amanda does all the dishes and leaves your kitchen more spotless than when she arrived. I highly recommend her private chef service!

We had a lovely dinner prepared by Amanda this week. There were 14 of us and everyone was happy!…read moreAmanda made yummy dishes--the Lobster mac & cheese. Spicy meatballs and blueberry lemon cake were my favorites! Amanda was on time, dinner was served right on schedule as well and she cleaned up perfectly after the meal! All of us enjoyed it immensely I highly recommend Amanda for your next private chef needs!

Tara Bombardier was a wonderful contribution to the four+ day writing retreat I hosted, held in a…read morelarge, private home. I love how organized she was with everything, and how easy that made it on my end--the cooking/baking instructions were simple and spot on, and the labels were perfect for peeling off to put on the table in front of the served food. The food was delectable all the way around! Such a wonderful variety, and what a treat to have such scrumptious food each day. I especially appreciated that Tara used homemade and local items, and that she took such care with the presentation. One thing I hadn't anticipated was how Tara's presence would enrich the retreat! She brought a lively and positive energy into the room every time she arrived; a breath of fresh air each time. It was so easy to have here there, and such a treat for me to not have to think one bit about what she were up to--I trusted her to do whatever she needed to do to get food on our table, and that was pure joy for me. Biggest hits: orrechiette with pumpkin ragout and portobellos; flatbread trio; gingerbread dessert; roasted pear and brie crostini; bisque with grilled heirloom, mozzarella and basil sandwiches; quiche and frittata; burritos; roasted Brussels sprouts. Yum, yum, yum! My retreat participants were thrilled. Here's some of what they said: - Loved the food! The meals were tasty, healthy, and displayed with artistic professionalism. - The food was amazing! Tara the chef is awesome and it was wonderful to come away for a time and have your meals taken care of. I have a big family, with lots of noise and lots of craziness, and it was lovely to be able to enjoy meals and time with fellow writers in such a peaceful, relaxed environment. - The food was good, and I'm a picky eater who likes her meat and potatoes [we served vegetarian fare]. I felt healthier and better after eating meals. I was inspired to try them at home! Don't even bother to look further for a personal chef--you've found the best! Can't wait until our spring retreats to work with her again!

tara was wonderful! a perfectly prepared tasting brunch for our anniversary! she was quick to…read moresupply ideas & made adjustments to our tastes with enthusiasm. if you're looking for something special? she's got you covered!

We hired Chef Michael to cook for us at a rental house in Maine for a birthday weekend dinner for…read more12 people. We had an amazing cheese and charcuterie board, chicken parmesan with pasta and caesar salad, and sole stuffed with shrimp and scallops (side of veggie rice pilaf and lemon asparagus). And for dessert we had one of the best coconut cream pies we've ever had! Everything was amazing! Chef Michael was accommodating with our budget and responsive during the planning process. He also worked with us to create vegan options for our vegan guests. He left everything spotless after dinner. I would highly recommend Chef Michael for any special event!

Chef Michael is awesome! We had a girls night cooking class, and Chef Michael made it so much fun…read morefor us. Planning was super easy, and Chef Michael was really prepared. The sweet and sour meatballs were amazing, and the berry and cream parfaits were fun to put together. I can't wait for Chef Michael to come cook for us again!!

We had a great in home dinner for 8. The food and service…read morewas excellent! We plan on use Mangia again soon

From the owner: Mangia Kitchen Maine is a private chef company created by an experienced, passionate chef, Katie…read moreCellucci who strives to provide a warm atmosphere and a memorable dining experience. Experience Mangia Kitchen Maine for unforgettable dining moments with warmth and passion.

The team at Delicious Thymes are beyond comparison! First and foremost, the food is DELICIOUS. They…read morecatered my wedding back in October and everyone was fawning over the food. We asked for something slightly unconventional, breakfast for dinner, and they absolutely killed it! Second, they are kind, efficient, and extremely professional. Every interaction we had with Jim and Brittany was lovely. They were conscious of our budget and still made our dreams come true. If I could give them six stars, I would. Thank you!!!

First time Valentine, Wine, Dine & Retreat dinner went off without a hitch. Amazing Chef & requests…read morealready for next year. Couldn't have made it any more perfect. Thank you Chef Jim!

My husband and I can barely find words to thank Laura Cabot for the wonderful food she provided for…read moreour late-in-life marriage celebration! It was absolutely fabulous! Everything was spectacular--beautiful, delicious, generous, colorful. She and her crew did an extraordinary job. We had a gorgeous day in a gorgeous place! We were surrounded by so much love and joy! We have wonderful friends, and we had a wonderful caterer to help us celebrate! We recommend Laura Cabot Catering to everyone we know! With Gratitude, Patty Smith & Michael Lauretano in Belfast, ME.

This winter wedding for our daughter went off without a hitch. Everything was right from our first…read morecontact to our last, although we will be back. A winter wedding is hard to plan, celebrating Maine's finest. Laura's catering is a one stop shop. Our party was small, comparatively, 48 guests. A perfect menu, perfect venue, perfect bar service. The table settings were gorgeous. Communication was great. All of her staff were lovely, easy to work with and FUN! From the raw bar to the wedding cake, everything was exactly what we wanted and more. We got wonderful feedback from the guests on the whole event, especially her emphasis on procuring locally sourced food, and how beautiful the venue was with her table settings and arrangement of the space. Her vision, execution and experience brought our celebration to life. Maine and Laura shone!

Outstanding food and professional, friendly staff! I would 100% recommend Brian and his amazing…read morestaff to cater any special event!

We hired Brian to cater my daughter's wedding last spring, and Brian is wonderful to work with on…read moreevery level. We loved that he advised us on all areas of our event - helped connect us with a bar service, create a menu, and offered great ideas and presentation that not only met our needs but made the meal really special. We had searched for a while to find a caterer, and really scored by finding Brian! He's not only an experienced chef, but because he's local to the North Conway area, he could prepare food in his own commercial kitchen and bring it to our venue. This eliminated the need to bring in a portable kitchen, and dramatically decreased the catering cost compared to other caterers we talked with. He offered so many extras other caterers don't - plates, flatware, sign boards, etc. - all of which would otherwise need to be rented, that it really reduced the cost and simplified the whole process. I can't recommend Brian enough. He's a professional, talented chef, a great resource for planning an event, and a nice guy!