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About
I’ve been cooking professionally for over 15 years and catering for nearly a decade, with a simple focus: exceptional quality. As a personal chef, I carefully select every ingredient and never cut corners on preparation, flavor, or presentation.
I’m a one-person business, so you’ll work directly with the chef from planning through cleanup. That means clear communication, consistent quality, and menus tailored to your tastes and needs.
Some competitors may be cheaper, but I’m committed to taking every step needed to ensure your utmost satisfaction. If you’re looking for a personal chef who truly cares about the details, let’s talk about your next event or special dinner.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 37 times
3 similar jobs done near you
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1 employee
16 years in business
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2025
Services offered
Event type
Additional food/drink
Dessert
Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)
Cuisine types
American - casual
American - formal
Italian
Southern
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and value.
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Shaolin W.
Jun 30, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Drea was absolutely amazing! On time, so professional and the food was phenomenal! By the end of the dinner, she was like a family friend who we wanted to get recipes and share stories with! We didn’t want to waste a bite to where we found ourselves heating up plates later at night until the early mornings! Thank you so much, Drea!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • Italian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Vegetarian or vegan • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Laura E.
Feb 28, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Drea was absolutely incredible. She curated a beautiful Italian menu for our cooking class and handled every detail with so much care. She accommodated gluten‑free and dairy‑free needs seamlessly, had all the prep work done ahead of time, and somehow kept the entire experience fun, relaxed, and perfectly paced. The food was amazing, the class was engaging, and she left the kitchen spotless — like we hadn’t even cooked in it. She was one of the biggest highlights of our trip. I would book her again and again and recommend her to anyone looking for an unforgettable experience.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • American - casual • Gluten free or celiac • Dairy intolerant • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Miranda v.
Apr 1, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Drea provided incredible service from start to finish. She was prompt to respond to my emails and text. She worked with me on designing a menu to fit everyone's allergies and dietary restrictions. She showed up early to prepare the brunch service and the final product was absolutely incredible. Would love to hire her again!
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 11 - 20 guests • Breakfast / brunch • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Southern • Mexican / Latin American • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Kaytlyn S.
Apr 27, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
We had the absolute BEST experience with our private chef in Palm Springs! From start to finish, she was incredibly professional, thoughtful, and beyond communicative—every detail was handled seamlessly, which made the entire experience feel effortless on our end.
And the food… truly next level. Every dish was fresh, beautifully presented, and honestly some of the best meals we’ve had. You can tell how much care and talent goes into what she does.
If you’re even considering booking a private chef, do it—and book her. We would recommend her to anyone without hesitation and can’t wait to work with her again!
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 3 - 5 guests • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Southern • Mexican / Latin American • Italian • Nut allergies • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Brooke J.
Jan 10, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Drea was amazing! She was the perfect private chef for our party of 10 event. Her communication was clear and responsive. It was easy to create a menu for our group including the dietary requests. The food was exceptional! We had a memorable 3 course meal and our entire party was impressed with every dish. Highly recommend!!
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Italian • Southern • Mexican / Latin American • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Asian • French • Barbecue • Kosher • I'm flexible • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Cooking With Drea, LLC's reply
Thank you so much!
I'm so glad you guys enjoyed yourselves! What a great crowd, please let me know if I can be of any assistance in the future!
Personal Chef
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Andrea Bowers
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing varies by the size of the event, menu choices, and location. Please contact me for pricing.
Private cooking classes start at $100 per student. They will be held in your home or vacation rental.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We will schedule a call to chat about what you're looking for with your event, I'll write a menu proposal with options for you to choose from and you'll make a deposit to secure your date.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have worked in restaurants since I was a child. I've learned a lot and now I pass that knowledge on to my students. I did go to culinary school and I've worked in 4 diamond hotels and fine dining restaurants.
