Irina's Kitchen

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Dedicated culinary professional with a passion for crafting exquisite dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Committed to creating visually stunning plates, understanding that the dining experience begins with the eyes. Firm believer in the power of food to bring people together, adept at catering to diverse budgets and dietary restrictions. Tailoring menus to individual tastes while offering the option of well-curated set menus for a seamless dining experience. Strives to provide clients with a unique and memorable culinary journey.

Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 25 times

Serves Murrieta, CA

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3 employees

16 years in business

Business hours

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

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2024

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American - casual

American - formal

Italian

Southern

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

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24 reviews

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Ron C.

Aug 7, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Just can't imagine an experience being any better or more pleasant than this personal chef did for my family. They were truly surprised and thrilled with the experience. My son claims it was the best birthday present -by far in his 50 years. All these accolades are from a family that have traveled the world for the last ten years. Sure the experience of having a private chef was unexpected and unique, Irina 's magical food prep was enhanced by her personality, charm and satisfaction of joining a lovely family in the celebration of a 50th birthday. They all had a blast. How can

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • American - casual • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Hannah R.

May 19, 2025

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Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Standard (basic ingredients) • Mexican / Latin American • Dairy intolerant • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Tiffany S.

2 weeks ago

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Details: Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Dessert • I'm flexible • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Gluten free or celiac • Dairy intolerant • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Daynor B.

Nov 3, 2025

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Irina was absolutely fantastic. Her food was delicious, she’s so nice and easy to talk to, came in right on time and even helped us finish up the Halloween decorations. Will definitely hire her again for our next event!!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Jacob B.

Feb 18, 2024

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I hired Irina to cook for my parents. It was a Christmas gift experience. first time hiring a personal chef. Let me just say Irina delivered! quality food, impressive presentation, and an amazing chef to work with. I WILL be hiring Irina again as this was too awesome of an experience not to have again. THANK YOU!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - casual • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Barbecue • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Irina Santiago

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