Mauricio Crespo

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Introduction: Chef Maury has been a professional Chef for over 10 years: teaching, cooking for celebrities, hosting private Chef's Table events periodically in select locations all over Florida. He also works with brands and institutions developing recipes and food styling for photographs for print and web. You can see examples of his work on the website www casalagotastingroom com The creativity is wonderful! Being able to understand food and communicate why food across cultures fosters a feeling of enjoyment among those who share it together.

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Hired 20 times

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3 employees

8 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, and Venmo.

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2019

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

Exceptional 5.0

14 reviews

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Molly D.

Dec 19, 2018

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Beautiful food, beautiful presentation and perfect service. We really enjoyed working with Chef Maury on a 5-course tasting menu to celebrate a big birthday. His fiancé Alicia was lovely; the food was 5-star and Chef Maury did a great job of curating a special menu and explaining each course. We look forward to working with him again in the future.

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Italian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • The personal chef travels to me

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William L.

Sep 10, 2018

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What a great experience we had with the food created by Mr. Crespo, It was just as advertised wonderfully prepared. All our guest enjoyed both the sublime fish dish conjured up by Mauricio and well the Beef tenderloin, the salad, roasted vegetables, Caucus and Mascarpone rounded out a very tasty menu. His attention to detail and flavor really impressed us. He is on our go-to list for our next event.

Details: Party host • Birthday / anniversary party • Dinner • Mexican / Latin American • Buffet / self serve • Only drop off is necessary • Community center • Yes - partial kitchen (refrigerator and sink only) • 20 or fewer guests • Serving/warming trays, dishes, and utensils • Premium (high end ingredients)

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Susana C.

Sep 23, 2018

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Mauricio and his team were amazing. Constantly updating us with his status day of party, food was being cooked since arrival and constantly throughout the party so there was always great fresh food for even the late arrivals. The food was amazing and our guests definitely let us know about it. He even surprised us with a special treat. You can definitely tell that her is passionate about what he does. 10/10 will hire him again.

Details: Party host • Birthday / anniversary party • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • American - casual • American - formal • Food stations • Service will be needed during the meal • Home • Yes - full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils) • 31 - 40 guests • Serving/warming trays, dishes, and utensils • Premium (high end ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Zora F.

Jun 12, 2018

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Excellent chef with equally amazing staff and food! He was personable w/out being intrusive. His food was received well by even our pickiest guest. He accommodated all of our quirky requests including cooking a fish my 10 year old had just caught! I have already booked him for the future.

Details: Regular meal • 11 - 20 guests • Breakfast / brunch • Lunch • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Mexican / Latin American • Southern • Meal prepared onsite • Daily • The personal chef travels to me

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Heather H.

Jul 5, 2017

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Mauricio did a special dinner for my husband and I and we couldn't have been more impressed and satisfied with his work and creativity! He spent time creating a menu to fit our taste and it was amazing! The freshness and quality in the food was outstanding and the attention he paid to detail was impeccable. We will use Mauricio forever now! He cleaned up after the meal and there aren't enough words to describe how nice this experience was.

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FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
No two customers are alike. Our prices are always submitted after an initial talk with the customer. We like getting to know what they are looking for, if they have any allergies or dietary restrictions prior to creating a custom menu just for them.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Once a customer is interested in working with us, we follow a basic process for assessing their needs: We usually have a brief 5-10 minute phone call to determine in greater detail what they have in mind for the event and any particulars not listed on the quote. Then within 24-48 hrs they receive a formal proposal from us with the menu, and other particulars for their event. After accepting the proposal and placing the deposit, we define venue location, time, and a designated contact person to communicate with throughout the event.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Chef Maury has over 10 years of experience as a professional chef. Having graduated from Le Cordon Bleu in 2008, he has honed his skills in Fine Dining kitchens as well as crafting popup restaurant events throughout Florida in various markets.