Busy Bee Cook for Me

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Introduction: Anybody can follow a recipe, but when cooking is your passion and you cook with love, it comes through in every bite. BusyBeeCookforMe(dot)com Beyond the fact that I love food and event planning, I receive a particular joy in watching what I created being enjoyed by others.

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Hired 123 times

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25 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Credit card, PayPal, and Venmo.

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

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Aja M.

Aug 13, 2020

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I hired Lilian & her staff to cook for our small wedding of 15 people in our home this August. The selections we were offered were mouth watering & we couldn’t wait for our special day, With one of the reasons being for us to try her delicious dishes! We chose a charcuterie tray for appetizers, a fillet mignon & chicken dish for our guests & both were sooo Tastsy😋! I can’t wait to have her back again for date night!!

Details: Dinner party • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Alcoholic drinks • Non-alcoholic drinks • Italian • American - formal • Plated meal • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Premium (high end ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Scott R.

Jul 19, 2020

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Best hire we could have possibly made! Lillian was responsive and flexible leading up to the event and fantastic on the big day. The meal was amazing - literally the best steak I have ever had! I would recommend her to anyone.

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • French • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Italian • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Carlota T.

May 31, 2019

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I have nothing but good things to say about Chef Lilian and her business Busy Bee Cook for Me. I hired Busy Bee to cater for my graduation party and Chef Lilian was the consummate professional. She was prompt in every way - responding to requests and communications, and showing up at appointed times. She's very personable and easy to work with. In fact, my entire family loved her! And the food!!! I told her that my one big wish as the piece de resistance for my party was paella that looked and tasted authentically Spanish, and she did not disappoint. She also made salmon and chicken cacciatore that melted in the mouth. I've never had so much good food in any single party, especially not one that I actually hosted myself. So I wasn't just gastronomically satisfied, I was also quite the proud hostess. The spread that included her Mediterranean cold pasta salad, the variety of hummus dips, and her colorful crudites all tasted and looked out of this world! I think I just about ate all of the artichoke hummus myself. So, if you're looking for a caterer who can take the kitchen reins and run with it, Lilian is the total package. I highly recommend her.

Details: Graduation party • Dinner • Dessert • Asian • French • Mexican or Latin American • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 50 - 59 guests • Standard (basic ingredients) • $25 - $34

Wedding and Event Catering

Liz P.

May 19, 2019

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Lillian and Nunu were fabulous! They were so pleasant to work with and were very professional. The quality of the food was outstanding! They made my event so easy and enjoyable for all.

Details: Party host • Birthday or anniversary party • Lunch • Dessert • Non-alcoholic drinks • Alcoholic drinks • Mexican or Latin American • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 30 - 39 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Paper napkins • Serving and warming equipment • Premium (high end ingredients) • $20 - $24 • $25 - $34

Wedding and Event Catering

Robert J.

Nov 7, 2018

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Busy Bee was awesome and did an incredible job with our rehearsal dinner and wedding! Great price and excellent service!! Will for sure hire again if we ever need bartenders for an event.

Details: 76 - 100 guests • Bride or groom • Cocktail party • Low key / casual • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Host will supply the drinks • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup • Coolers • Disposable cups • Ice

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Lilian Gaffney

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I create your menu tailored to your likes and needs, and because no two menus or set-ups are the same, neither is the pricing…depending on the number of guests, the menu selection, service style, and a few other key factors. After a quick phone conversation to go over details I can best quote for your request.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Every event is unique, with varying details and requests. I like to have a conversation, usually via a phone call, so that I can get a feel for what you are looking for so that I can meet your needs.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Besides having a culinary degree, the Food Network is the only channel that plays on my TV.

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