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Introduction: As a Personal Chef, I don't mass produce the food that I prepare. That sets me apart from others that provide catering services. My service is very personal and custom to the client. I pride myself on preparing beautiful food that is wonderful to eat! I truly believe I was born to cook. It is a gift. It is also an honor for me to be a part of celebrations of all types. Any event creates a memory and being a part of that brings me great pleasure as food is a focal point to any celebration!

Overview

Hired 28 times

22 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash and Check.

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

Excellent 4.9

33 reviews

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Deborah G.

Nov 18, 2018

Hired on Thumbtack

Let's start with delightful! The entire experience was delightful, professional, instructive, warm and engaging. I headed to Chef Cathy's on the first snowy day of the season. The menu she selected was perfect for the day: Cathy's personal version of chicken soup with homemade spaetzle (there is a secret ingredient!) Arugula salad with orange slices, creamy feta and the best honey, garlic, lemon dressing I have ever tasted. (I plan on asking Chef Cathy for more salad dressing recipes) We easily established rapport as Chef Cathy moved with confidence and ease around the kitchen. Questions were welcomed, I had many opportunities for hands-on work and honestly...we accomplished quite a bit and covered a lot of territory in our conversation. The food we created went home with me for the weekend which I enjoyed thoroughly. I finished lesson #1 feeling competent, creative and inspired to get back into the kitchen...

Details: 1 person • Italian • Indian • American • Knife skills • Basic cooking skills • Soups and sauces • Roasting and braising • Baking - bread • No dietary restrictions • Adult (over 18) • Beginner • I travel to the cooking instructor • The cooking instructor travels to me

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Terri K.

May 12, 2016

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I worked with Cathy to plan a cooking class/meal to celebrate my daughter's 21st birthday. Cathy taught the girls how to make pasta from scratch! She brought two great appetizers, an artichoke dip that was the best I ever had and watermelon, tomato and basil skewers drizzled with balsamic vinegar. Simply to die for! She served roasted broccoli, a kale and spinach salad and bread. For dessert, the girls enjoyed a brownie trifle. Cathy was easy to work with and the evening was perfect. Oh, she cleaned up to! It was a blast being a bystander!! Thank you Cathy!

Private Cooking Lessons

Ellen L.

May 10, 2017

Hired on Thumbtack

Our experience with Chef Cathy was an absolute delight from start to finish. I’ve hosted many catered parties both large and small and I can honestly say Chef Cathy’s dependability and culinary talent were top notch. I found her on a Google search as we wanted to host a catered dinner following our son’s graduation in Ann Arbor. Cathy contacted me immediately upon filling out a form on Thumbtack. I was drawn to her personable profile and previous menus. She was always responsive throughout our two months of planning and easily accommodated our various requests. It was so much fun planning the menu with her! We knew that we would be out all day at multiple ceremonies, so Cathy and her team needed to come to our rental house, set up and cook before we arrived back to the house. The evening proceeded without a hitch! Chef Cathy provided delicious and unique appetizers to start followed by a lovely plated dinner for 9 people. Her timing of each course was perfect! We enjoyed unique Lemon-Basil Marinated Shrimp in Parmesan Cups as one of the three appetizers. In perfect coordination, we sat down to a plated meal that included delicious and moist Chicken with Lemon & Artichokes, Asparagus Bundles, and Wild Rice Salad with Artichokes. Several overflowing plates of petite homemade bars and cakes followed for dessert. Cathy even presented our son with a special gift of a framed photo of his final college art project! Throughout dinner, Cathy and her assistant, John, made sure we had plenty of wine and second helpings. To top off a perfect evening, all dishes were cleared, cleaned and put away. This is top notch service and professionalism. Our entire group agreed that having Chef Cathy far exceeded any experience we would have had at a restaurant. I’m only sad that she doesn’t live closer to our home in Los Angeles! We loved Chef Cathy!!

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Kristine K.

May 15, 2016

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I hired Cathy to cook for my mother's 60th birthday dinner party. Beforehand we spoke several times about the menu and plan for the evening. Everything was better than expected! We had a plated dinner service for 13 women; her food was delicious and her service was excellent. She went above and beyond any expectations I had for the evening. She made an additional appetizer that was not expected which worked out perfectly because I had one individual who was not able to eat the seafood appetizer I chose. Cathy also had a server with her to help execute the night, both of whom were professional and efficient; filling the ice bucket, refilling waters, clearing plates, washing dishes etc., all things that I expected to have to do myself. Cathy was even thoughtful enough to purchase my mother a birthday gift! Our night was lovely thanks to her and all of her hard work and expertise. I would absolutely recommend and use her again for future events!

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Cathy W.

Jul 19, 2019

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Chef Cathy from SMS Personal Chef catered a thirty person baby shower at our home, and we could not have been more pleased. From planning to the day of the event they could not have been more professional and helpful to us. I can honestly say that they exceeded our expectations. Our guests all commented on the quality of the food and the creative presentation.

Details: Bridal or baby shower • Breakfast or brunch • American - casual • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 20 - 29 guests • Standard (basic ingredients) • Under $30 (basic)

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FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Menu's are custom creations based on specific client needs/wishes. Lunch prices begin at $16 per person. Weekly meal service is reserved for current clients. There is a $50 menu creation and consultation fee. There is a distance fee for travel beyond 25 miles.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
It is important that a conversation about what the customer is looking for in detail occurs. Often the customer isn't really sure what they want or of the details involved in an event, a cooking class or custom meals. Sometimes a person has never done any of the services I offer before. That is where my fourteen years of experience comes in. I also have the customer fill out a detailed questionnaire for meals or an event. I then review the questionnaire and we talk about the information provided so I am clear on their likes/dislikes and wishes. Communication is key in any relationship.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a graduate of the United States Personal Chef Association (USPCA).