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About
Hello! I am a private chef in the Oakland/Bay Area with over 6 years of experience. I specialize in bringing people to the table. Many of my clients describe my food as farm to fork or California Soul, but I dabble in a number of cuisines.
My services include: custom meal prep, private dinner experiences, small event catering, and cooking classes. Some of my favorite type of events are: Sunday dinners, friends' weekend trips, private cooking classes, and celebratory meals like birthdays and anniversaries. I've even had clients book me to come in and cook as a part of their rest days. I help busy families with their food and nutritional needs.
I'm currently studying to be certified as a nutrition coach because I believe in the importance of eating well! Please reach out to learn more about my services and how I can help curate a special event for you and your guest.
Overview
Hired 8 times
Background checked
1 employee
10 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, PayPal, and Square cash app.
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and value.
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Victoria L.
Jun 21, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
I'm thrilled to write this review for Marquis, who I hired for my birthday celebration. The gumbo was absolutely incredible, and everything else he cooked throughout the day was simply delicious. Marquis's talent and passion for food shone through in every dish he prepared. From start to finish, he wowed us with incredible flavors. He was not only a skilled at cooking but also a friendly and professional presence throughout the day. I can't recommend Marquis enough for anyone looking to elevate their dining experience. Thank you, Marquis, for making my birthday celebration so memorable and tasty!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Standard (basic ingredients) • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Dessert • American - casual • Southern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Alena S.
Jun 6, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
Marquis is an incredible chef. I reached out to him for a BBQ themed dinner and from the moment of reaching out to him via Thumbtack to the actual dinner, he was very professional, provided an amazing menu that catered to the group’s (10 people) needs and did all the setup/cleanup. He was timely and very responsive and the food was amazing (10/10 recommend his strawberry shortcake). He was even thoughtful to bring themed decor and fresh flowers. I would definitely recommend his services to anyone.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Dessert • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - casual • Southern • Mexican / Latin American • Barbecue • Vegetarian or vegan • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
The Homegrown Soul's reply
Thank you, Alena for this review and photos! Loved working with you ladies. 🙌🏿
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Alexis R.
May 16, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
Our dining experience with The Homegrown Soul was everything we needed for this small intimate celebration! Marquis was very professional, responsive, and flexible. We enjoyed every bite of our meal!
Details: Date night • 1 guest • Breakfast / brunch • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Dairy intolerant • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Alyssa b.
Apr 19, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
This service was unmatched! The food taste and quality was amazing. This was the perfect option for meal prep in our home. Marquis came in in a Monday, cooked for a few hours and had all our meals ready for the week. We now have him coming every other week as this food and service was amazing. Highly highly suggest.
Details: Regular meal • 3 - 5 guests • Breakfast / brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Southern • American - formal • Italian • American - casual • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
The Homegrown Soul's reply
Thank you for this review! I'm already thinking about your next menu :)
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Catherine S.
Nov 9, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
Absolutely the BEST! So friendly and entertaining- food and menu development was OUTSTANDING! Met exact needs we had discussed
Details: Regular meal • 2 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Asian • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Southern • French • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • American - casual • Meal delivered • A few times per week • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
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Marquis White
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing is simple: service fee (depends on the type of engagement), grocery cost, and a small travel fee (depending on location)
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Start with contacting me, then we will get more information on your event, if you're interested I will generate an invoice. Service is incredibly important to me, so I try to get a lot of details from my clients about what they'd like to see.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Ask questions! Many times clients come to me with negative experiences that could have been avoided:
- Make sure your pro has proper license and understanding of food safety.
- Can they comfortably cook for your dietary needs?
- Do you like the food you're getting?
You get what you pay for when it comes to food preparation.
