Food is Love Personal Chef Services

$125/person

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Introduction: *PLEASE VISIT MY WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO* SERVICES WE PROVIDE: 1. In home dinner or brunch events 2. Children Cooking Classes Chef Mai is a classically trained, professional chef known for her CELEBRATIONS INSPIRED BY THE SHORE. She specializes in intimate dinner party experiences, with an emphasis on elegant seafood creations. She is a former corporate IT professional, who followed her passion for cooking and bringing families back to the dinner table. With over 10+ years of experience, she spends her time creating memorable dining experiences for those who value creating connection over a delicious meal. Booking your experience is a simple as: 1. Reserving your date. 2. Selecting your chef curated menu. 3. Inviting your guests. 4. Relax and enjoy! Chef Mai offers a full-service experience; with nothing required on your part. Chef Mai and her staff are waiting to serve you. We bring the restaurant to you! We bring the cookware, serveware, table settings, and of course, the food. We arrive at your home, prepare your meal onsite, set the table, serve you and your guests and clean up as if we were never there. The entire process is designed to be easy and stress free for you, so that you can relax, and enjoy your time with your friends and family. If you’ve been desiring a high-end, dining experience to celebrate your special occasion, Chef Mai offers the experience you’ve been searching for.

Overview

Hired 6 times

Serves Bethesda, MD

Background checked

54 years in business

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via PayPal and Stripe.

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Facebook, Instagram

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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12 reviews

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Crystal G.

Apr 6, 2023

Hired on Thumbtack

Wow! We hired Chef Mai to give our 13yo private cooking lessons for her birthday. She LOVED it. We all loved it! Chef Mai put our very shy daughter at ease while patiently explaining cooking techniques. Bonus: Our budding chef now cleans after each step while cooking, "like Chef Mai told me!" Can't recommend Chef Mai enough!

Details: Regular meal • 3 - 5 guests • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Food is Love Personal Chef Services's reply

Awww Thank you so much Crystal! It was a pleasure working with Azola. She has so much natural talent and is a fast learner. I can't wait to see how she progresses through our series!

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Crystal H.

May 8, 2023

Hired on Thumbtack

Chef Mai was very professional and accommodating. I unfortunately had a death in the family and although this was a last minute contractual change she was understanding and provided a refund. I truly appreciate her patience and understanding and look forward to enjoying her services in the future.

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Caitlin M.

Oct 16, 2020

Hired on Thumbtack

Chef Mai was absolutely incredible! When I first reached out, she set up a consultation immediately, learned about the event and customized an amazing menu. She was extremely professional, friendly, and her food was INCREDIBLE! She handled everything from shopping, cooking, custom menus and table setting, topping off wine and cleaning everything up better than she found it. I have sung her praises to so many people and can't wait to hire her for another event very soon. Thank you for everything!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Italian • American - formal • Mexican / Latin American • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Food is Love Personal Chef Services's reply

Thank you Caitlin! We’re so happy we were able to create a wonderful experience for you and your friends!

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Mari-Ashli F.

Aug 3, 2020

Hired on Thumbtack

From the first phone call with the chef I immediately was excited about having her come and cook for my 30th birthday party. She was so nice and welcoming and really listened to the things I liked to eat. The menu she came up with was AMAZING. Everyone couldn’t stop raving about the empanadas and the salmon especially. Highly recommend her services and I look forward to using her again

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • American - formal • Barbecue • Vegetarian or vegan • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Food is Love Personal Chef Services's reply

Mari-Ashli thank you so much for allowing me to serve you and your guests for your 30th birthday! I'm thankful I could make it special.

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Anthony D.

Jul 8, 2021

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Honestly this was way more than a five-star event. The level of detail from the food the plating and catering to my family's diet this was absolutely amazing. Chef Mai recorded my wife's reaction so that it could be shared with me although I couldn't be there. This was better than any restaurant I could have taken my wife to and I absolutely recommend this for anyone who is interested in doing something special for the love one like I did. Thank you so much Chef Mai for all that you did and seeing the joy that you brought to my wife kids and mother-in-law. I absolutely cannot thank you enough you are outstanding at what you do!!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Southern • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Food is Love Personal Chef Services's reply

Thank you Anthony! I’m glad I was able to be apart of your anniversary surprise.

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Maisha Spann

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
*PLEASE VISIT MY WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO*
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
*PLEASE VISIT MY WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO* 1. Consultation Call 2. Reserving your date. 3. Selecting your chef curated menu. 4. Inviting your guests. 5. Relax and enjoy!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Culinary School graduate. 10+ years of experience working in restaurants, hotels and with caterers. Extensive knowledge and experience in private homes and professional kitchens.