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About
Not your average caterer but your culinary experience. We have 10 highly trained chefs on the team, fine dining trained servers, mixologists to bartend, a creative director to assure the food syncs with your overall theme, and an event coordinator to make sure your event goes smooth as butter. We will work with you to customize a menu, assist you with table settings and all of your staffing needs. We bring the 5 star dinning to you and your guests.
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2022
Services offered
Event type
Additional food/drink
Dessert
Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)
Cold beverages (alcoholic)
Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.)
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 responsiveness.
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Jenny W.
May 11, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
I had hosted a girlfriends 40th birthday in Malibu and thought it would be a lot easier to have a personalchef come to us than have to find transportation out. I’m so happy I came across The Crain Experience I could not of been happier with my decision. First of all, they were very prompt with responding to all of my questions. Their website has many options to choose from which was probably the hardest decision of all . On the date of the event, Chef Jason and and his assistant Jazz showed up on time and with everything they needed, and got straight to cooking . We started with a large charcuterie board for the group that we all got to graze on while they prepared the dinner. To start we had a garden salad with a delicious dressing. Our main course was filet mignon on top of wasabi mashed potatoes with a side of perfectly cooked asparagus to finish with dessert we had the most delicious banana pudding that everyone loved he even accommodated our gluten-free friend. I could not have been happy with my decision to go with The Crain Experience. I was so happy that we did choose the full catering service because we didn’t have to do anything else like clean a dish or clear the table I’m sure I will be seeing them again, my friends could not have been happier with their meal. Thank you so much for the happy memories and delicious meal.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • French • American - formal • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Jill M.
Mar 4, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Victor and Mirabell were great to work with and delivered and set up attractive and tasty meals. They provided 3 buffet dinners and one seated Chef's dinner. The feedback from the group of 16 was that was some of the best food they had ever eaten! They kept in mind our dairy free and gluten free guests as well.
I highly recommend Pacific Coast Palate, Reannon, the owner was easy to work with and provided options to choose from that fit with my needs and budget.
Great experience, I highly recommend them for your catering needs!
J Morgan
Details: Dinner party • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Dessert • Alcoholic drinks • Mediterranean or Middle Eastern • French • American - formal • Plated meal • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Table décor • I'm flexible
Wedding and Event Catering
Luke M.
Jan 31, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
We rented an Airbnb in Twentynine Palms for my wife’s 40th birthday dinner, just a small affair of five people. We interviewed a few potential private chefs, and we hired Pacific Coast Palate. Reannon was very easy to work with, and she catered the menu very specifically to my wife’s preferences.
At the event, she and the chef were very professional, everything went smoothly, and the kitchen was spotless when they left. And the food was delicious. Not cheap, but excellent value. I highly recommend!
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - casual • American - formal • Mexican / Latin American • Asian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Kelly g.
May 31, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
We had a private dinner for 19 people at a rental home in Murrieta, and the chefs sent by PCC were wonderful. They were on time, the food was amazingly delicious, and of course the best part was that they cleaned up the entire kitchen when we were done - it was a real night to remember.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.) • Italian • Asian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Vegetarian or vegan • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location
Pacific Coast Palate's reply
Hi Kelly,
Thank you for having us! Our staff loved serving you and your guests! Until next we see you! Cheers
Personal Chef
Audrey R.
Mar 7, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Victor and Isabel were amazing. They made such delicious meals and the girls were pleased. The father daughter duo were so cute working in the kitchen together. They were fast, clean, professional, and super friendly. Thank you guys!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Credentials
Background Check
Brian Turner
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
It's private chef culinary experience. Bring 5-star dining experience brought to you. We customize pricing for your experience level you are looking for.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We start with a consultation to get to know your needs, budget, dietary restrictions and overall experience you are seeking. One of are administrative assistants, event coordinators, creative directors, or owner will be listening to all your needs and questions.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Culinary Degrees and years of experience in the line of business.
