Hands down the most passionate and dedicated staff/ownership I've ever experienced. The owner was…read moreso nice. He gracefully handled every question, request, and comment swiftly and perfectly. Their coffee was so delicious . I can't recommend this spot enough! Food was absolutely phenomenal.

We had the most memorable evening at Chef Stephanie Chinchilla's chef's table. The experience was…read moreintimate, warm, and beautifully executed from start to finish...every dish told a story and every detail felt intentional. We began with the Aji tuna on crispy rice, topped with a delicate sliver of jalapeño and crispy shallots, a perfect balance of freshness, spice, and crunch. The second course was Stefanie's famous focaccia...one sweet and one savory. The savory version featured parmesan, her homemade bread and butter, pickles from her garden, and a touch of mustard seed. The bread, made simply with flour, water, and salt, takes two to three days to create. The sweet focaccia was equally impressive, topped with brie, honey, and a guava jam made from her own garden-grown guavas... truly special. Next came the sweet potato course, made from her garden's harvest and paired with roasted pine nuts and coconut-shaved gnocchi in brown butter. The flavors were rich yet comforting, and the presentation was artistic and thoughtful. The main course... short ribs with a stunning potato gratin, was a showstopper. The short ribs were tender and deeply flavorful, garnished with delicate edible flowers from her garden, while the gratin was layered beautifully and topped with a fragrant chimichurri. Dessert was one of the best I've ever had: a sticky toffee date cake with a caramel apple sauce made from apples in her garden, served with raw cream vanilla bean ice cream. The balance of warmth, sweetness, and texture was perfection. The wine pairings, thoughtfully curated by Oscar from Sequoia Grove Winery, elevated the entire experience, from the velvety Merlot to the bold Cabernet, every sip complemented the food flawlessly. What makes Chef Stefanie so special is her warmth and authenticity. She shares her passion for food and where it comes from in a way that's engaging and educational, never pretentious. She spends time presenting each dish beautifully, with an artist's eye and a chef's heart. Her artistry, attention to detail, and genuine love for her craft come through in every course. I'll absolutely be attending her future chef's table events, a beautiful evening of intentional cooking, soulful flavors, and gracious hospitality.

We had a party a few months ago. We had 100 guests at our home a few months ago and I HIGHLY…read morerecommend Jeff and his team. Everything was literally perfect! He met with us at our home well before the party to help plan everything out. We didn't have to worry about a thing. I would use him again in a second. EXCELLENT!!!!!!!!

Jeff was our caterer for our wedding and we cannot recommend him enough! He was super easy to talk…read moreto and walked us through not only our catering questions and needs, but he was extremely knowledgeable and provided his guidance throughout our entire wedding planning journey. We had so many calls with Jeff and he was extremely patient with all our questions. We took a chance since Jeff did not offer food tasting but I can now say that all his first star reviews are true! Our guest LOVED the food and raves about it. We decided on tray past appetizers and a buffet dinner. We also included a meat carving station. Throughout the entire process, Jeff recommended what he thinks our guest would like and what options complemented each other based on our choices. We also LOVED the food and the tray past appetizers we chose were so good! I wish we were able to have more! Hopefully more of my friends will host weddings and I can attend another wedding that Jeff caters! We highly recommend Jeff and he was soo amazing to work with. Thank you so much Jeff for such an amazing night!

We were lucky enough to take part in a Zoom Virtual Cooking Class with Alexis and it was fabulous!…read moreNot only was it SO much fun but a portion of the cost was donated to some very worthy causes. Alexis is a chef with impeccable taste and a heart of gold! We prepared a Goat Cheese Crostini as an appetizer, Vegetarian Crispy Rice Bowls for our main and a decadent Berry Compote for dessert. We were able to use our own pots and pans and Alexis kept it simple enough where we never felt over our heads. I'd recommend this to families looking for a bonding activity, companies looking for ways to connect their employees or friends who are looking to get boozy while cooking up a delicious meal! (that was us! ;) THANK YOU, ALEXIS!!!

We took an online cooking class with Alexis and had the best time ever! Not only did we have a lot…read moreof fun with the group of friends that joined us for the virtual class, but Alexis showed us an amazing recipe I never thought would have been possible to make on my own. The instructions were clear and easy and Alexis gave great feedback when problems came up. Now I make it every single week and it is my favorite dish! Amazing! Would definitely recommend!

EJ and his team do not disappoint…read more They served the an amazing 4 course dinner for our 13 person family reunion while we were staying at a rental on Balboa peninsula. They made everything work without complaint-- the limited parking, the lugging gear up 2 flights of stairs, the rudimentary rental property dinnerware. He even offered a kids menu that was elevated but approachable. Our kids inhaled the beautiful California rolls, watermelon gazpacho, and edible floral garnishes. Meanwhile, the grown ups marveled at the generous portions of perfectly cooked wagyu filet mignon and took notes on how to incorporate more of EJ's signature sauteed pea tips into our weekly veggies rotations. Over a dessert course of donuts and ice cream, we started plotting how to fly EJ to our next family reunion a few states away... Book him!

We had so much fun at Bistro Neko's pizza class! It was fun, and informative and gave me the…read moreconfidence to cook outside my comfort zone. Ej brought all of the tools and ingredients we needed and he walked us through each cooking step while sharing his techniques. I'm looking forward to the next class!

I had such a great first experience with Jackie's Board Life…read more I was invited to a last-minute Christmas potluck, so I didn't have much time to prepare what to bring. I was frantically searching online for someplace near me (South OC, where I could order a charcuterie board. Jackie's Board Life caught my eye based on positive reviews, transparent website with detailed descriptions, selection and photos. Surprisingly most cheese chops near me didn't have many photos of what the board and presentation will look like and I didn't want any surprises or false expectations. I texted Jackie and within minutes I placed my order for 48 hours later. Upon pick up I was happy and relieved to see my board was executed just as beautifully with thoughtful touches as all her photos show. I look forward to utilizing her in the future when the occasion arises. You can't go wrong with her!

Honestly, these boards were by far the favorite items at my daughter's birthday party! Jackie was…read moreso nice to work with and pick up was very easy. They were the most beautiful boards... and SO delicious!! It added such a nice elegant flair to the party and I am so happy I purchased them! I will definitely use Jackie's Board Life again!!

We thoroughly enjoyed Chef Jill's service & food. She was essentially an extended family member to…read moreus while my mom was sick with stage 4 ovarian cancer & my mom was on a special diet as she had a lot of allergies due to Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). Jill was able to make a variety of interesting & delicious dishes during each week. In addition, Jill also made food for myself (gluten-free & dairy-free diet), my husband, & my picky 3-year old who is on a low sodium diet due to a chronic kidney condition. I was just amazed at the tasty dishes she was able to accommodate our dietary restrictions. In addition, she was very professional at all times & very detail-oriented which I appreciate a lot. If you're thinking about hiring a personal chef, I'd highly recommend choosing Chef Jill!

Chef Jill was amazing. She made our special occasion even more special. The food was spectacular,…read moreespecially considering 14 different tastes and opinions. I would recommend Chef Jill for any catering event or special occasion at your home!

Chef Peter is the real deal. I contacted him to cater our firm's holiday party this year. From…read morefirst contact to the two months leading up to the event, he was responsive and kind. He worked with me on a menu and he delivered my vision. Even with extreme circumstances (another vendor broke our garage door 24 hours before the event) Chef Peter and his crew took it in stride. They were on time and hauled their heavy equipment in and got straight to work. He was basically cooking/grilling on one side of our building (back patio), having to run back forth to the interior kitchen and sink. He and his crew worked SO hard that night. They are very professional. Every plate was perfect, they cleared the tables and made sure everything was spotless when they left. I also hired Jacob the Bartender (he works with Chef Peter) and WOW! Crafted cocktails and excellent service. Every person who was late to my party was sat and had a drink in their hand in less than a few minutes. Jacob was a pleasure to work with. Great bartender. I could not ask for a better duo for the night. Also big thanks to Tomas and Erick - their waitstaff. Amazing night they pulled off. I'm a perfectionist. Type A host. I'm very particular on how I throw my parties and Chef Peter surpassed my expectations & more. My entire firm will not shutup about how amazing the food and service was. The party was a hit and I believe it was because of the food & bar. I will 100% hire this team again for future events.

Exceptional service, easy to work with and very responsive. Everything you look for in working with…read morea private chef for an event. The food and presentation were outstanding! So glad I was lucky enough to find Chef Peter. Our event couldn't have gone better!

Chef Ted brought an incredible at-home omakase experience to our house. It was truly one of the…read moremost thoughtful and elevated dinners we've hosted. We were a party of six with a lot of dietary needs, and he handled everything seamlessly. Two guests kept kosher, one person was allergic to fish and seafood (and he made them a delicious chicken teriyaki), and another guest didn't eat meat. Not only did he accommodate everyone without it feeling like an extra, but each person still felt like they were getting a special, intentional experience. Beyond the food itself, Chef Ted set everything up beautifully. The placemats, presentation, and all the small details made the night feel genuinely curated and special. It felt like having a restaurant-level omakase brought into our home, but warmer and more personal. Ted also has a great personality and attitude. He explained each dish so well, made the pacing feel effortless, and was incredibly perceptive. One small moment that really stood out was when he noticed someone wasn't loving the caviar and quietly removed it from the dish without us even needing to ask. That level of awareness and care is rare. Overall, this was a truly lovely experience from start to finish. I couldn't recommend Chef Ted more, and we're already looking forward to our next event with him.

We had Chef Ted over for a private sushi dinner and it was INCREDIBLE! Everything was beautifully…read moreprepared and each bite was full of flavor and delicious! Having it at home was such a special intimate exciting way to celebrate my birthday. Would love to do it again!