Pacific Coast Palate

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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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Hired 71 times

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12 employees

5 years in business

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Additional food/drink

Dessert

Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)

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Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.)

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American - casual

American - formal

Italian

Southern

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

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Jill M.

Mar 4, 2024

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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

Jenny W.

May 11, 2023

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I had hosted a girlfriends 40th birthday in Malibu and thought it would be a lot easier to have a personal chef 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.

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Luke M.

Jan 31, 2022

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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.

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Kelly g.

May 31, 2022

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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

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Audrey R.

Mar 7, 2022

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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.

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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.

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