Meals by Maria

$55/person

Starting price

Zip code

Scheduling

Budget per person

Head count

Responds in about 3 hours

Thumbtack Guarantee

If you hire this pro, you’re covered by a money-back guarantee. Learn more

About

Hi, I’m Maria — a passionate personal chef based in San Diego, offering wholesome, flavorful meals made with organic, quality ingredients and love. I provide weekly meal prep (in-home or delivered), private dinners, and personalized menus tailored to your dietary needs—from family-friendly meals to individuals, date nights, or any special occasion. I focus on quality, flavor, local ingredients when possible, organic/ grass fed meats and wild caught seafood if desired. Whether you’re a busy parent, health-conscious professional, or vacationing family, I create food that nourishes and delights—without the stress of planning or cooking.

Overview

Hired 1 time

Serves Chula Vista, CA

Background checked

1 employee

3 years in business

Business hours

Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, and Zelle.

Services offered

Event type

Additional food/drink

Dessert

Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)

Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.)

Cuisine types

American - casual

American - formal

Italian

Southern

Projects and media

14 photos

Projects and media

14 photos

Reviews

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

5.0

3 reviews

5

100%

4

0%

3

0%

2

0%

1

0%

Blanca H.

4 weeks ago

•

Hired on Thumbtack

Honestly, Maria was incredible. We hosted a bridal shower in San Diego (we’re not from the area), and finding someone we could trust from a distance felt a little overwhelming, until we found Maria’s Catering. From the very beginning, she was so kind, patient, and easy to communicate with. We instantly felt like we were in good hands. The food? Unreal. The brunch was beyond delicious, the iced coffee and coconut water shots were such a hit, and the fresh fruit was probably the best I’ve ever had at an event. Everything was beautifully set up, super fresh, and just felt thoughtful. Maria went above and beyond. She made the whole experience feel effortless for us, and you could tell she genuinely cared. We were so, so happy with everything. If you’re thinking about booking her, don’t hesitate. She’s amazing.

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Breakfast / brunch • I'm flexible • Dessert • Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.) • American - casual • American - formal • Mexican / Latin American • Vegetarian or vegan • I'm flexible • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Personal Chef

Suzanne E.

Aug 8, 2025

I have a very busy schedule with working and having a pup to care for at home. Meal prep saves my life during the week and Maria’s food is exceptional! I didn’t have many expectations trying this out for the first time a couple months ago but she has exceeded all my expectations! First, Maria’s communication about my dietary restrictions, what I usually eat day to day, and heat tolerance was very thorough. Second, she recommended me several options of dishes that I might enjoy. Third, after deciding the dishes for the week, she was punctual and was very accommodating on the time frame I could have the meals delivered to me. Lastly, the food was far far better than anything I’ve ever made for myself! The flavor profile was better than the majority of high quality restaurants I’ve been to. I couldn’t have been more impressed. I’ve used Maria’s services 3 times now for meal prep and i couldn’t be happier! — recently I booked Maria to come to my home and cook a meal for a birthday dinner party. She was on time, professional, and once again, the food as to die for! Everyone there was blown away and it helped me be able to relax and enjoy the party. She accommodated some of my guests by making certain foods gluten free or vegan. Overall, her presence at the party was the perfect mix of professionalism and acting like one of the guests. I am so excited to continue booking Maria for future services!

Alicia H.

Aug 8, 2025

Delicious meal, you can tell she puts her heart and soul into every dish!

Credentials

Background Check

Maria Presti

Meals by Maria

About

Payment methods

Related cost information

Popular in Chula Vista

You might also like

In other nearby areas