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About
I am just a simple guy who enjoys life, loves food, and I looooooove to cook and bake. If you don’t feel like cooking, give me a call. I love to make good conversation and I’d also love to teach you all how I cook, so if you wanna join me in the kitchen , the more the merrier :) I will go to you, use your kitchen supplies, we will go get groceries together or use whatever you have , then an enjoyable culinary experience.
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13 years in business
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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and punctuality.
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Pearl H.
Feb 28, 2021
Michael made an AMAZING custom cake for my son’s first birthday. Delicious and beautiful! His dinners are superb. I highly recommend!
Chef Michael Watanabe's reply
This was such a fun cake to make! Where the wild things are for his first birthday and a tiered cake at that? A special cake for a special little boy from a special mother made by a special cook LOL. I love you and thank you for this kind review
Christina P.
Feb 28, 2021
I worked with Michael at an italian chain restaurant that has since gone the way of the do-do, however the energy and passion he brings to his work is hard to come by. He’s extremely talented in all he does- whether that’s cooking, singing, or serving others.
Chef Michael Watanabe's reply
Wow, I am so tickled! This just drives me even more! Thanks for firing the fuel! :))) you make me feel good!
Nike N.
Jul 21, 2022
Michael catered a family holiday diner for us and we could not have been happier! The tamales were delicious and there was such a variety of fillings, everyone found something they loved. Michael was extremely easy to work with and priced very fair. He arrived on time and we could not have been happier. I highly recommend him!!!
Chef Michael Watanabe's reply
TAMALES R MY LIFE!! Haha I’m so happy I could do this for you all. This brings me so much joy
Maggie G.
Jul 21, 2022
I went to Michael’s personal home for a cooking lesson and we made profiteroles and Pastry cream for my first time. We used quality ingredients, he taught me technique and we had a great time. It was very informal and just felt like a fun visit. It was exactly what I was looking for. No intimidation and I didn’t feel stupid when he was talking about some thing I didn’t know about. Overall 10 out of 10 experience
Chef Michael Watanabe's reply
This was such a blast! :) it’s so much more fun when you let Down your hair, and be able to just relax your mind and be comfortable when you are learning. Glad you had a good time!
Janine G.
Feb 28, 2021
So personable and kind. Easy to work with. Honest and trustworthy. Clean and always is extremely clean in his kitchen when cooking. Passionate about cooking and nan can he create wonderful dishes.
Chef Michael Watanabe's reply
Thank you so much! I’m glad you’ve adopted making the Thanksgiving Turkey roulade wrapped in bacon and stuffed with wild mushroom stuffing! So yummy so much fun! Thank you for the compliment!
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Michael Watanabe
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I am very fair with my pricing. I mainly just charge for groceries and whatever both of us can come up with that is fair for the both of us :-) I don’t believe in overcharging.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I would really like to get to know my new customer on a personal basis and become friendly with them. This is more then a job to me it’s about hospitality and giving and sharing food and experiences. I’m not the best chef in the world but I make good food and I have a good time with the people that like to eat it :-)
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I received my associates in occupational science degree at the Institute of technology in Clovis California. After I trained with my mentor at the elbow room doing wine dinners and special events and catering. I have also worked for a French bakery, I have worked for several fast food restaurants, and I have also done lots and lots of freelance work. I have been watching the Food Network since I was in diapers and constantly educating myself.
