The Kitchen Curators

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Introduction: With over 15 years of professional hospitality experience, I can offer a wide range of custom services, including specialty cuisines, healthy menus, fun themes, unique cocktails, interesting wine pairings, and more. I treat every event as an opportunity to help host the best party ever, and will work with you to ensure a unique and memorable experience. Communication is the key to a successful outcome, so I always focus on getting to know my clients and their preferences before crafting the details of the event. My personal philosophy is that the ingredients are the star of the meal, so starting with great product is a priority. I source from my organic garden, farmers markets, and local premium and specialty grocers. I’ve traveled around the world and cooked in dozens of countries, so I draw on my experiences to offer a wide array of cuisines and culinary experiences. In addition to standard chef services, I also offer party planning, bartending, cooking classes, children’s parties, pantry/kitchen organization, personal shopping, and more. For larger events, I can also provide additional cooks, servers, and bartenders. No request is too large or too small. I look forward to working with you! ***Please contact me directly through my website or email for the fastest response.***

Overview

Hired 11 times

Serves Los Angeles, CA

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1 employee

19 years in business

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

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2019

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Roxanne A.

May 26, 2019

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We hired Carrie for a wedding reception and everyone agreed the food was delicious! She was on time and hired servers who were knowledgeable and took charge without me having to do much. We were asked by guests during dinner for her business card. I would hire her and her team again in a heartbeat.

Details: Wedding • Dinner • Mexican or Latin American • Plated meal • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 20 - 29 guests • Standard (basic ingredients) • $20 - $24 • $25 - $34 • $35 - $49

The Kitchen Curators's reply

Thank you Roxanne! It was a pleasure to be part of such a lovely event. Congratulations to the bride & groom!

Wedding and Event Catering

Carinne B.

May 12, 2019

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Couldn’t have ask for a better experience. She was on time, easy to work with, and professional. Her food was beyond yummy, and I would use her again! Thank you :)

Details: Party host • Shower (bridal, baby, etc.) • Breakfast / brunch • American - casual • Buffet / self serve • Only drop off is necessary • Home • Full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils) • 20 or fewer guests • Serving/warming trays, dishes, and utensils • Premium (high end ingredients) • $36 - $50 (mid range) • $26 - $35

The Kitchen Curators's reply

Thank you Carinne! Best of luck to your friend and her family.

Wedding and Event Catering

Gina G.

Apr 22, 2019

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Carrie and her team were amazing and the food was delicious. Our guests loved everything! Thank you for making our day a success!

Details: Bride or groom • Wedding • Dinner • Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.) • American - casual • Italian • Buffet / self serve • Service will be needed during the meal • Home • Full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils) • 51 - 60 guests • Dinnerware, flatware, and glasses • Serving/warming trays, dishes, and utensils • Standard (basic ingredients) • $36 - $50 (mid range)

Wedding and Event Catering

Graham L.

Mar 20, 2019

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Carrie was the best we could have hoped for. This was my first experience organizing a catered event and she really made it as easy as it could have been. I barely know the difference between a butter knife and a spatula but Carrie knew how to ask the right questions and get to the essence of what we wanted to experience. She was open-minded and thoughtful and just generally made it an outstanding experience. I would *highly recommend her service to anyone and hope I have a need again soon. Oh, and the food was outstanding also :)

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - casual • American - formal • Asian • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Southern • Indian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • The personal chef travels to me

The Kitchen Curators's reply

Thank you for the kind words, Graham! You’re the best. It was a pleasure working with you, and thank you again for the referral.

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Mary M.

Feb 12, 2019

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Carrie was all that she promised. I appreciated all that she did. I will happily work with her on the next event & recommend her to others.

Details: Birthday party • Fewer than 50 guests • 2-4 • Setup / cleanup • Pass hors d'oeuvres / serve food • Clear / bus plates • Operate buffet • Wash / stack dishes

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Carrie Funk

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
PLEASE READ BEFORE CONTACTING: Base prices are approximate. More accurate quotes will be provided based on the specifics of the event. ****Thumbtack charges expensive fees for me to receive your messages. Please contact me directly for more flexible pricing and quicker communication; I will pass the savings on to you. Contact info can be found in my photos section or at my website. Thank you!**** **Please note that there is a food minimum of $1000/event and/or a minimum day rate of $400 for service-only bookings.** 50% deposit due upon confirmation of booking. Refundable up to 2 weeks before the event date.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I always start with asking plenty of questions! What is your dream meal for this event? Are there any dietary restrictions? What is the tone and theme of the event? What are your concerns? If I understand your expectations, I have the foundation to build a memorable experience.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Culinary School, Food Safety training, Executive Chef experience, Serving and Bartending, Executive/Personal Assistant experience, Estate Management, Wine expertise, Restaurant Management, Event Planning, Personal Shopping

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