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About
Hello my name is Chef Tye Bell owner of Main Course, Im a chef that's passionate about my food and profession and takes pride in customer service. Ive been in business over 10 years and cooking for over 20. Im a stickler for time and always come second when it comes to putting you first!
Overview
Hired 189 times
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2 employees
21 years in business
Business hours
Sun8:00 am - 11:59 pmMon8:00 am - 11:59 pm
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Corporate event
Meal
Lunch
Drinks and dessert
Dessert
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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Lauren B.
May 10, 2016
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I cannot say enough AMAZING things about Tye and his mother. They far exceeded my expectations and cited a night to remember for me and my friends.
I came across Thumbtack after using Google to find private chefs in Santa Barbara. I was a little wary but when I ready Tye's incredible reviews, I was put further at ease. I posted a job for a dinner for 6. My girlfriends and I were renting a home in Santa Barbara for the weekend to rest and relax. They were all coming in late so I thought I would surprise them with a professional chef and multi-course meal.
I didn't think I would find someone willing to serve dinner at 9:30pm but I went ahead and posted the job and Tye responded within 10 minutes, I believe. Lightning fast. I quickly gave him the details and he could not have been more accommodating. I had a mix of food restrictions among my friends but he figured it out and had presented me with menu options within an hour. I was floored by how responsive and efficient he was and how reasonably priced as well.
He is so professional he and his mom actually arrived at the property five minutes before me! His level of commitment and love for what he does is evident in that he himself drove 2 hours just to do this job. While I relaxed and had a glass of wine and prepared for my friends to arrive, he and his mom started prepping and the whole time I could hear them laughing and enjoying what they do and especially the fact that they can do it together.
Dinner was fantastic. My friends were surprised and thrilled and all the courses were fantastic. I wholeheartedly and passionately recommend Tye if you want to arrange a special evening and I look forward to the opportunity to hire him again!
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Kristin W.
Jun 10, 2014
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Hired on Thumbtack
I hired Chef Tye to create a special dinner in celebration of my boyfriend's 30th birthday. From the beginning, Tye was responsive and easy to work with. It was great collaborating on the menu as he took into account my guest's preferences and suggested dishes that incorporated fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Chef Tye and Sous Chef Dion arrived right on time, three hours in advance of dinner service. That was impressive, considering they made a long drive to our location. Tye and Dion came prepared with all ingredients in tow, and then they got down to work. The aroma coming from the kitchen was amazing, and I had to peek my head in from time to time just to check it out.
During dinner, Tye and Dion were true professionals. They explained each course and checked back in to see if we were enjoying the food. The service was top-notch and the food was delicious. Everyone's favorite course was the Mediterranean-spiced lamb over mixed greens with candied walnuts, goat cheese, shaved red onions, dried cranberries, and a blueberry balsamic drizzle. YUM!
Chef Tye made my boyfriend's dinner a true evening to remember and I will definitely hire him again for my next event.
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Brie S.
Dec 14, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack
FANTASTIC! Thrilled to have found and worked with Chef Tye for our girls weekend brunch. Menu and pre-event communication was a breeze. Beyond friendly and delight to be with day of. Food was DELICIOUS! The group couldn't stop raving about the entire experience. Would highly recommend and cannot wait to work with again should we be in the area. Thank you Chef!
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Uday P.
Jun 13, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
Both Tye and Denise are great chefs and engaging personalities. We booked things pretty last minute, yet they put together a great menu that was enjoyed by all of us (6 adults and 2 toddlers). We look forward to booking them again for our next special event.
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Lisa G.
Apr 3, 2015
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Hired on Thumbtack
Better late than never ~
This review is long, long overdue and because of that Iâll start off by apologizing to one of the Chef Tye and his Sou Chef Denise. I had the extreme pleasure of doing business with Chef Tye back in October 2014 by taking a chance and booking him thru the Thumbtack app and Iâm so thankful that I did.
I was planning a girls weekend trip for three to the Temecula wine country and was in desperate need of a chef to prepare a special birthday celebration dinner. Iâm in Northern CA, and just didnât have access to a chef in the Temecula area. After conducting several internet searches and coming up empty handed I decided to try Thumbtack. After keying in the service type, meal preference and budget I hit the submit button and patiently awaited feedback from participating chefs. Voilaâ. I received several replies within the 1st hour. After a few back and forth emails via Thumbtack , several great menu selections and a price that just couldnât be beat, I decided right then and there to hire Chef Tye. Iâve got to tell you, he was the perfect Man for the job. Did I mention heâs great eye candy. (Ladies tip)
After hashing out all of the details; exchanging contact information, final menu selections, contract and financial obligations etc⦠it was on. I was so excited to surprise my girlfriends with Chef Tye. I knew that after speaking with him several times, he was going to ensure the meal was going to be absolutely perfect. During the entire process Chef Tye was extremely professional and through. He kept me in the loop at all times, made excellent suggestions when it came to dishes ZI wanted to have served , or thought I wanted to have served. When he arrived at the rental home, Chef had everything prepped and ready to go for our gourmet birthday dinner. He even travel with his own Sou Chef, who also does double duty as his beautiful mother, Denise. These two are down to earth caring people. I donât typically do well with strangers, Iâm usually stand-offish, but these two were awesome. We all felt as if they were part of our extended family.
The dinner surpassed our expectations and I would highly recommend Chef Tye for your next event. You wonât be disappointed. My ,mouth actually started having flashbacks as I started to recall that nights menu. 1st Course Cream of Artichoke Soup ,Served With Roasted Corn, and Butter Poached Lobster Garnished With Chives
2nd Course Pan Seared Sea Scallops Layered on Sun Dried Tomato Risotto Topped With a Cashew Compound Butter
3rd Course Grilled 6oz Petite Filet Served With Cauliflower Gratin, Crunchy Pancetta Green Bean,
Finished With a Lobster Tail Scampi
4th Course
Chef Tye Bellâs Crème Bruleâ Served With Fresh Whipped Cream and Berries
Chef Tye came in and did his thing. We had dinner outside on the porch that over looked the vineyards. The weather and company âperfectâ . We were we served each course and Chef Tye let us know what we were about to devour and how it was prepared. By the nights end the kitchen was spotless, there was absolutely no signs of it even being used. My girlfriends and I were happy, a lil tipsy off the wine and satisfyingly full from our delicious meal. Iâd definitely recommend Chef Tye and will certainly hire him again.
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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I can work with your budget or price things per head.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
My neighborhood in Walnut CA, it was a melting pot of food culture. I had neighbors from, India, Isreal, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Korea among others and I was the fat kid. Having all those neighbors and a mother who made sure we knew all of them... every weekend was like a neighborhood potluck. Everyone seem to always trade food.. I loved it!
What types of customers have you worked with?
Private dinner parties, classes, small functions, family dinners for delivery or drop off or just dinner for two.
