Chef Ronnie is amazing! My husband organized a surprise birthday dinner party for us and two of our close friends. Chef Ronnie came to our house with his assistant Lisa (I think - sorry!) and they were both just awesome. Ronnie is super down-to-earth and totally friendly. My friends and I were super obnoxious and loud and asking ridiculous questions and he seemed to have fun right along with us. Also, and maybe this should have come first, but his food was also absolutely amazing. He worked with my husband for almost two months coming up with a menu that I would love...and I did. Wow. The first course of a salad was amazing and it just got better from there to the pesto pasta, the shrimp dish, the steak and then two desserts! We were absolutely stuffed. He also left the kitchen cleaner than before he got there! I would highly recommend him. Definitely 5 stars! read more

Ronnie and his assistant were amazing. We had friends to dinner and I thought it would be nice not to cook or worry about anything in the kitchen, the food was excellent, he is extremely trust worthy and pleasant and we just loved him. I would work with him whenever I have a dinner party. Thank you Ronnie Highlights: carrot honey soup, pear tart read more

Ask him to make you the flourless chocolate cake. Seriously, you have to taste it. I met Ronnie when I stopped by a friend's house to drop something off for a party later that evening. He was so calm and relaxed as he worked in the kitchen, and everything he prepared looked scrumptious. I am very much looking forward to working with him on something in the future. I'm hoping either a dinner party or some at home cooking lessons. I can really use some ideas to spice up my gluten free cooking options, and Ronnie's just the guy to do it! Stop reading reviews! Just pick up the phone and call already, he's worth it! :) read more

I needed to plan a private dinner event for 16 guests and I had heard of The Delicious Cook through a colleague who had booked him a few weeks prior. After speaking with him (he's very friendly), I booked Ronnie and I'm so glad that I did! All the guests at the dinner party were raving about the food and service and how perfect the whole night was. They were also saying how friendly and personable Ronnie was, which is a huge bonus! I would highly recommend booking Ronnie and his crew because they do an impeccable job and you won't be sorry! Definitely try the carrot and honey soup and the cornish game hen! read more

I recently attended a dinner party catered by the Delicious Cook. The star of this meal was a juicy prime rib that had been cooked to perfection and was beautifully presented. All the flavors were well balanced and blended together harmoniously. For dessert, the chocolate mouse was out of this world. Light, fluffy not too sweet - a little cup of heaven. Without hesitation I would highly recommend the Delicious Cook for your next dinner party. The chef, Ronnie, is professional, prompt, passionate and educated about what he cooks. If you need delicious catering with an experienced and knowledgeable chef, the Delicious Cook is the way to go! read more

Contacted Ronnie to cook for my girlfriend's birthday dinner, it was the best decision I made and I assure you the best decision you could make for your next event. Ronnie is super easy to work with, very accommodating, prompt and precise when responding as I had to put this together from NY. Whatever requests I had, he made possible especially with the Chanel cake he cleverly made out of cinnamon rolls which were heavenly of course. From beginning to end, the cooking to the cleanup as well as his sous chef, everything was remarkable and executed with the utmost professionalism. I highly recommend him for your next event! Thanks Ronnie for everything and most of all for keeping it kosher! (LOL) read more

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I had a casual dinner for a family of 12, and we wanted to try something new, so we searched online and found chef Ronnie. He was really professional and came up with a great menu. On the day of the event he came and cooked everything start to finish. The food turned out great and everybody was really happy. Overall I would definitely call chef Ronnie again! read more

How many stars you got, yelp? Ronnie is, without exaggeration, the best private chef imaginable. I booked him to cook for a group of friends for my girlfriend's birthday, and it was such a hit I can't possibly write a review that does it justice. His cooking is incredible -- there were 10 of us and no one disagreed that his food is on par with, if not better than serious LA restaurant fare -- but beyond that he's just such a nice, funny, easygoing guy, he's the ideal chef to have over. Everybody loved him. He was the perfect mix of personable and fun, but not in the slightest bit overbearing or intrusive. And again, the food. Yes, the food. I'm telling you, our table was packed with food-obessed folk and all I could hear from everyone for the next week was how impressed and delighted they were. Honestly, Ronnie's food and overall experience is one of those things that you almost don't want to tell too many people about because it feels like an exclusively awesome thing to know about, but then again, he deserves crazy high praise. It was perfect. read more

I cannot say enough about The Delicious Cook! We have had Ronnie a part of some really special days with us because not only is his food absolutely delicious, he has become a part of the family basically! I love that he is very professional, but personable. He is flexible with our "dietary needs & wants" and makes the process of everything so seamless and easy. He has done a small intimate dinner of 6, a large party of 30 & another dinner of 9 for us... all were very special & meaningful days - so needless to say there is no doubt that he will make any occasion even better with his incredible food & sparkling presence! We love him! read more

The images of cooking for a party of 12 is not even remotely possible for a person who thinks heating up sauce from a jar IS cooking! So when the task at hand had to be dealt with, I was so grateful for the referral. Coming from a family of cooks, I was definitely impressed with the high scale of dishes Ronnie put together in my not so equipped kitchen. Though I may not know nor like to cook as the rest of my family, I have impeccable palate for tasty food. Ronnie's roasted pork & all that came with it were as delightful as his demeanor with my party attendees. The food was ahhhhhhmazing & the presentation was a celebration on its own. We all enjoyed every bite down to the last scoop of panna cotta. I absolute appreciate a man who can cook & Chef Ronnie won't disappoint. His food is excellent quality. Highly recommend you throwing in the towel 'cuz why sweat it when you can hire a chef who is personable & easy-going. BTW, he bakes cookies (to include red velvet). What more can you ask for? read more

If you want an incredible dining experience with an expert Chef & Team - LOOK NO FURTHER! The Delicious Cook team (TDC) are total rock stars! Chef Ronnie & his sous (Christina) prepared an amazing, sumptuous meal (family buffet style) for a small group of 12 following a memorial service for my husband. TDC squeezed our event in with only a 2 week notice, despite another event already scheduled later that day. Chef Ronnie is very personable and responsive, incredibly organized, and able to remember even the minute details. Meal suggestions incorporated all dietary needs required (allergies, pescatarian, and kosher needs). TDC provided: * Professional, highly personalized, exceptional, worry-free, expert service * Expertly crafted multi-course meal plans incorporating all dietary needs * Added 2 more courses AFTER all plans had been finalized (did I mention incredibly responsive and personalized?) * Follow-up a few days prior to event to confirm everything met our needs * Arrived exactly as scheduled * Mouth-watering, Scrumptious meal (salad, app, protein, 2 sides, dessert, cheese/fruit/charcuterie board) * Kitchen was SPOTLESS afterwards -no fuss, no muss (just happy, content, full bellies) Upon our request, Chef Ronnie very kindly provided descriptions on each item before we sat down to enjoy our mouth-watering meal. EVERYONE raved over the meal while consuming, and after it was scarfed down. TDC made me look like an expert party planner - but all kudos were really due to Chef Ronnie's amazing skills! TDC made our event very personalized, exceptional, and worry-free. Thank you so much, Chef Ronnie & TDC team!!! read more

Chef Ronnie is very personable and pleasant to work with! I planned a last minute surprise birthday party for my best friend. Due to the late notice, I wasn't sure if Chef Ronnie was willing to work with me, but to my surprise he was available! I booked with Chef Ronnie because he was efficient, ORGANIZED, and accommodating to all my needs. He was flexible with the time and the number of guests. Most importantly, his food was amazing. I highly recommend the carrot and honey soup with esquites Mexican street corn! Thanks Chef Ronnie! read more

I had a last-minute request from my Dad to get a private chef for Mom for her 80th birthday on 20 Dec. Yikes! Any kind of catering the week before Christmas in SoCal --- pretty unlikely to find anybody. But I trooped on, found a few folk. When Ronnie, owner of The Delicious Cook, and I chatted about my wishes for Mom's birthday dinner, he got it instantly. Well, we had the meal last night. And ... YOU SHOULD HAVE BEEN THERE. An amazing dinner -- he brought his own plates, so literally no cleanup, b/c he took the plates with him! He accommodated my adjustments -- an amuse bouche, a palate cleanser (get these, they add a wonderful personalization to your dinner). Stress-free? Yup, check. On time? Yep. Communicates well? Yes. Asked about allergies and preferences? Yes, and remembered them all. Cost? About what you'd expect for a private fawkin' chef! My Dad, who never pays compliments to food, gushed for a good 20 minutes about how wonderful the meal was. He ate two of the amazing marscapone mousse desserts, then gushed some more! In case you haven't figured it out by now, just call Ronnie, tell him you saw the Yelp review from Don, and then just relax and let him help you -- special dinner for four in your home, no problem! Bigger parties, no problem! Thanks, Ronnie. We tried to get you to be our daily private chef, but ... oh well, he's too busy for that! -Don O. ps. One little detail ... he brought his own demi-glace for a light sauce for our steaks, which he prepared from scratch. That's just superb craftsmanship. read more

I had Chef Ronnie cater my small wedding reception at our house. WOW- the food was amazing and Chef Ronnie is so easy to work with! He helped plan the menu and gave us many different options that fit my budget. I really feel I got much more than my money's worth. For my next party whether it be big or small, I am definitely calling him! Did I mention how awesome the food was?! I'm still thinking about it! read more

Ronnie came to our house the Saturday after Valentine's Day. He was so friendly and his food was fantastic! He listened to our loves likes and not so muches and created an amazing selection of food! It was intimate and dynamic! read more

I recently planned a weekend retreat with six of my coworkers, and when I started the process of seeking out a private chef, Ronnie came highly recommended. The entire process - from booking him (at the last minute, no less!) and planning out the menu together to the meals themselves - absolutely could not have been better. From the beginning, Ronnie was extremely helpful and collaborative throughout the planning process. Not only did he happily accommodate with our gluten-free dietary restrictions, he was also able to adapt to all of our eleventh-hour requests and alterations. On the day of the event, Ronnie arrived promptly to prepare a light yet satisfying lunch. The food was incredible! In addition to the delicious meal, he had brought along snacks for the group to enjoy later in the afternoon (and enjoy those rice krispie treats we did!). When Ronnie came back to prepare the dinner, the group couldn't have been more excited to see what he would have for us that evening! Again, the 3-course meal was outstanding, and everyone enjoyed the food and wine pairings he had pre-selected as well. As important as the quality of the food was, I would be remiss not to mention the fun and friendly energy that Ronnie brings to the environments. He was happy to prepare the meals in the background while we continued to work, but was right there when we needed him - answering all of our questions and serving us with a smile. We will definitely use him again in the future, and he will be the first person I recommend to anyone who asks me about a chef or catering need. I sincerely can't wait until I work with Ronnie again! read more

I am so grateful to Ronnie for making my dad's birthday such an amazing memory. I contacted Ronnie less than a week prior to the event and he was just wonderful with everything. He was friendly, professional and truly caring about making my dad's birthday amazingly tasteful. He was very clear and helpful throughout the entire process of planning the event. During the event, he was exceptional and making sure everybody was happy and making sure they knew each one of the plates he was serving. Everybody LOVED his food! We couldn't have ask for anyone else. Did I mention that he leaves the kitchen clean? I mean, come on, can get you get any more awesome? I would highly recommend Ronnie for any event! read more

We wanted to do something fun and memorable for my 40th bday so we googled personal chefs. We came across Chef Ronnie and called him right away. He was very responsive, personable and clearly an expert in his field. He listened to our menu ideas and also offered ideas of his own-it was a very collaborative and enjoyable process from start to finish. On the day of the event, Chef Ronnie arrived on time and immediately felt like an old friend. We also have small children and Ronnie went out of his way to speak to and connect with them. So much so that my daughter gave him a kiss before bedtime...and we're lucky to get that at times! He didn't have to do that but it was so special that he did. Now onto the meal-absolutely sensational! We started with a leek, thyme and goat cheese crostini, followed by a braised short rib with parmesan polenta, and ended with a bread pudding with a toffee sauce and homemade ice cream...YUM! Chef Ronnie had very generous portions and even whipped up some bread rolls from scratch based on my last minute request. Our guests were in awe and couldn't believe how incredible the entire experience was. Chef Ronnie and his sous chef took great care of us the entire evening and made sure the kitchen was sparkly clean before they left. I can't say enough about the quality and professionalism of Chef Ronnie and we will definitely use his services again! Thank you for a wonderful experience!!! read more

My husband and I had a small, intimate backyard wedding and hired Chef Ronnie to cook appetizers and a three course dinner for our guests. Chef Ronnie and his team were incredible throughout the entire evening. Our whole wedding party is still talking about the amazing food, from the appetizers, to the plating, the service, and the incredible flavors. We can't say enough great things about the experience. Ronnie is so professional and was an absolute pleasure through all the planning and the event itself. My husband and I and all of our guests absolutely adored Ronnie and his delicious food! read more

We recently had Chef Ronnie cook dinner at my house for my mother's 60th birthday. It was a small gathering - only seven adults. Wow!! From day one Chef Ronnie was professional and responsive to my questions. He is incredibly easy to work with, dependable and talented. The meal was absolutely amazing...my family is still talking about his wild mushroom risotto! He showed up prepared, took over the kitchen with little guidance and left it cleaner than when he arrived. Not only is he a talented chef, but is extremely personable as well. I would highly recommend Chef Ronnie to anyone looking for an amazing personal chef experience! read more

Ronnie is amazing! We had him cook for a private group of 6 at our home in the Palisades on Saturday eve. His cooking was impeccably fantastic! Ronnie is a true professional and top notch chef. We had him prepare a 5 course dinner paired with wine. My husband, our guests and I raved after each course about how tasty each dish was. What an amazing experience. We would all definitely recommend him and will book him again soon! Thanks Chef Ronnie Woo! read more

I recently rented a house in Malibu for my wife's birthday and decided to go with Ronnie and his sous chef to help prepare a fun and delicious birthday dinner for my wife and 15 of our friends. I AM SO GLAD THAT I WENT WITH RONNIE! Not only does his food taste incredibly good and look beautiful, he and his sous chef are beyond nice and were a great addition to the night! The whole process was so easy and stress-free, everything from planning the menu all the way to the last minute of the event! And let's just say he made me look like a rockstar to my wife! If you are looking for the best private chef who knows his stuff, Ronnie is definitely the chef to hire! I highly recommend him! read more

The Delicious Cook is amazing! Not to mention a lifesaver! I recently hired Ronnie for a very, very last minute small dinner party for a client. Ronnie was very accommodating, patiente and helpful with the entire process and menu planning. My client and his dinner party guests were very pleased with the delicious food. They had a perfectly amazing, enjoyable, relaxing meal. I will definitely hire Ronnie again for my own personal dinner parties and my clients as well. I highly recommend his services 110%...like Eric G. stated, you will not be disappointed! read more

Had a chance to both work with Ronnie (I was the event bartender) and enjoy his food. After a glimpse of him at work behind the scenes, followed up by a taste of his delicious foods, I can't recommend him enough! Ronnie has incredible attention to detail, is down-to-earth, easy to work with, and understands fine foods and quality ingredients. Oh, and his food is completely delicious! I would highly recommend! read more

Ronnie is marvelous! A friend engaged him for a smallish dinner with some friends - 10 or 11ish - and he created a feast for us. The food was delicious and you could honestly taste a quality improvement based on the ingredients he used compared to the ingredients with which most restaurants work. The presentation was artful and unpretentious - very appropriate for an elegant dinner. In addition to his dishes, he is a delightful person; he was happy to speak with us for a few minutes to answer our questions about the dishes and certain stylistic choices he made. I was impressed! He really knows his art. Ronnie was extremely kind and lots of fun. I definitely recommend him for parties and private dinners. Thanks, Ronnie! read more

I can't say enough good things about The Delicious Cook and Ronnie. He is professional, incredibly talented, and his food is delicious! I've enjoyed food from The Delicious Cook at 2 parties and both times I was blown away! I will definitely use The Delicious Cook in the future and highly recommend Ronnie to anyone seeking catering! read more

We hired Ronnie for our New Year's Eve party. We had about 15 guests and he made a perfect 3-course meal. Ronnie's communication was great from the start and offered great choices for our meal. He was punctual, orderly and cleaned up everything after cooking and serving. His assistant was wonderful as well. I had two guests who did not eat red meat (we chose a steak dish) and one of whom has Celiac disease and must be completely gluten free. He was happy to adjust the dishes accordingly and they enjoyed their meals just as much. The food was tasty, especially the chocolate dessert! We were happy a few people didn't show up so we could enjoy the left overs the next day! My daughter, who doesn't like vegetables, devoured the arugula salad and wants me to learn how to make it. Its not cheap, but well worth the cost for a special occasion. We would definitely recommend Chef Ronnie and hire him again. read more

Chef Ronnie is exactly what you'd hope for when booking a private chef -- food is exceptional, presentation is perfect & service is precise. Best of all though, Ronnie is pleasant & easy to work with. He pulled off a 20 person high profile dinner party with 24 hours notice & totally killed it. As the event planner, he made me look good! Can't recommend him enough! read more

I hired Chef Ronnie to cook an at-home dinner for a group of girlfriends with high expectations -- and Ronnie delivered!! We were all thrilled and talked about the dinner for days following. Chef collaborated with me on a menu to suit my friends and he executed flawlessly! We planned a wonderful menu and it turned out even better than planned - a delicious butternut squash soup, followed by a beautiful hanger steak with a veggie of roasted chard, red quinoa and goat cheese - it was delicious! We topped off the meal with a to-die-for crème brulee French toast with berries and ice cream. There wasn't a morsel left on any plate! We loved the dinner and the experience, and, as the host, I loved that Ronnie left the kitchen looking great when he left! I definitely recommend Ronnie!! read more

Chef Ronnie is beyond spectacular. His food turned my dinner party into an event. It was one of the most enjoyable evenings I've ever had. My guests were treated to one of the best chef's in LA. Not only is Chef Ronnie an amazing talent, but he's a first class act all the way. He worked with me on all the menu choices and customized wonderful dishes that my guests loved. If I could give twenty stars I would in a heartbeat. I highly recommend Chef Ronnie. read more

Ronnie was amazing and so was his food. I suggest having an idea of your guests food style (what everyone likes and doesn't like) and then let Ronnie put it together. I told him what we wanted to drink and he provided menu options that worked within the budget, them and food style. I highly recommend him! read more

After searching the internet for a local caterer and chef, we hired The Delicious Cook to prepare bites for a media/VIP party for 100 guests at a SF retail store. Chef Ronnie Woo was not only easy to work with and flexible with last minute changes and requests, but created delicious bites that impressed the crowd and flew off of the plates! He is professional, kind and a great addition to have at any party. We look forward to hiring him again for future events. read more

I was searching for a private chef to help with a special birthday dinner. Ronnie was the perfect chef to add that extra spark to make the evening memorable. Ronnie was professional, yet personable. He could do it all--from giving cooking tips to gabbing with the girls! He was so sweet! And the food was delicious! Everyone was really happy (and that's hard to do in this cynical world)! So if you're looking for a friendly chef for your next dream dinner, look no further fellow Yelpers! Ronnie is your guy! read more

This is the one to choose! Our daughter-in-law organized a 50th anniversary dinner for the family and it could not have been better. The food was imaginative, delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented. Not only was everything tasty, but Ronnie had creatively combined several personal favorites to make a menu that was designed just for the occasion. We all enjoyed the special touch that was added when Ronnie introduced each course. Both he and his assistant were personable and charming, and left the kitchen better than they found it--a bonus! Although we are not celebrities, we felt like it all through the experience. Thank you, Ronnie, for a memorable evening! read more

This was such a great experience! We wanted to do something kind of different for Mom's birthday so we decided on a cooking class at the house followed by dinner. Ronnie was really great working with us to customize a menu, full of Mom's favorite dishes. When he showed up, he and his sous chef marched straight into the kitchen to get organized and took over while the rest of us got to sit back and relax. When it was time to cook, he had all of the different stations set up and put us to work! His organization and most of all, his enthusiasm and personality, really made it a great time. I would highly recommend him for an in-home event. We will definitely turn to him in the future! And you must have the Cheddar Buttermilk Biscuits...best biscuits ever! read more

I think Ronnie has found his calling because he is both business savvy and a talented chef. It is so refreshing to find someone who delivers high quality customer service and food. He responded to my first call with in minutes and from the very beginning was professional and friendly. He helped me customize the menu for my in-laws 50th wedding anniversary. He did a great job taking their preferences and creating a delicious meal. Everything tasted wonderful. Afterwards he and his assistant left the kitchen cleaner then when they arrived! 5 stars for sure. If you have the opportunity to throw a private dinner, call Ronnie! read more

I have to echo all the other reviews. Chef Ronnie and his staff (Arturo & Rickie) were the epitome of professional service, and his food was every bit as delicious as I'd hoped for and envisioned. As soon as I contacted Ronnie after finding him on Yelp, he replied promptly and collaborated with me to plan the menu for 75 people for our housewarming party. Just as importantly, he and his staff cleaned up after themselves so well that you couldn't even tell they'd been here. We will definitely be using Chef Ronnie's services again in the future! read more

I had Ronnie cook a meal for myself and two friends as I was looking for a private chef to cook for my intimate wedding dinner for 18 guests. He was not only a fantastic chef, but a truly enjoyable person! We had so much fun chatting with him and learning about how he became a culinary star. The food was full of flavor and everything was made from scratch. We devoured everything he put in front of us and left beyond full! The short ribs were especially tasty! As someone who cooks a descent amount, I truly appreciate when I experience talent such as his! read more

Every bite and every detail was perfect! I was looking for a caterer for our NYD open house and via Yelp reviews, came across Ronnie. From the first consultation call to the after-event followup, he was absolutely wonderful to work with. read more

Ronnie far exceeded our expectations! The meal was beyond delicious and Ronnie was a pleasure to do business with. I called him only a week prior and he was able to create a highly personalized 3-course menu for my fiancee's birthday dinner. Ronnie was incredibly responsive and helpful throughout the entire process. His presentation was excellent and timing was perfect. It was such a great experience and the best part was we didn't have to wash any dishes. I would highly recommend him to all of our friends and family. read more