The Exotic Chef (Personal Chef &Catering Services)

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Introduction

Welcome to "The Exotic Chef", I'm Chef Christina. I have mastered the art of Global Cuisines such as; Formal/Modern American, Jamaican & Caribbean, Southern American, Italian, Asian, French, Indian, West African, & Mediterranean. My Specialty is Gourmet Jamaican/Caribbean Cuisine. My passion is Influenced by Travel & Love for Food. I offer a Global Fusion experience with creative menu options. I source my ingredients locally. I treat every Client with the highest regard, I am extremely attentive, & I assure your satisfaction. Boasting over 20+ years of Experience. We're located at 2800 10th Street Northeast Washington DC 20017 Thanks for stopping by, Cheers!!

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Current Top Pro

Hired 278 times

Serves Washington, DC

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9 employees

12 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Credit card, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

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

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Syreeta C.

May 24, 2024

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Christina and her team were absolutely wonderful to work with. Christina was accessible, reasonable, and a true pleasure to collaborate with. Our wedding will always be remembered as the one with delicious shrimp and grits and chicken and waffles! Christina made the entire process easy and fun. She’s earned lifelong customers in us.

Details: Wedding • Breakfast or brunch • Non-alcoholic drinks • Alcoholic drinks • Coffee or tea • American - casual • Small bites • Yes, full service • Banquet hall or ballroom • Yes, full kitchen • 100 - 124 guests • Plates, utensils and glasses • Cloth napkins • Serving and warming equipment • Standard (basic ingredients)

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Sylania H.

Feb 28, 2024

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The food was amazing!!! I would definitely use her for future events. I love the fact that she was very accommodating with me being a little late for picking up my food as well. So she gets 5 stars from me 😊🤩

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Southern • Italian • Meal delivered • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Michael W.

Dec 30, 2023

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I recently hired The Exotic Chef for my annual Christmas Party and I couldn’t be happier with their service. They were punctual, professional, and a pleasure to work with. The food was amazing and exceeded my expectations. Christina and the staff were kind and communicative throughout the planning process and at the time of the event, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The food was so good, my guests are still talking about the dinner. I’m very picky with food I enjoyed every item provided. I plan to use this company more in the future and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a catering service that goes above and beyond. I even requested similar items for my personal Christmas dinner just because I enjoyed it some much at the Christmas party. You will not be disappointed working with this company. The options are plentiful and the staff is flexible to work with any idea and budget.

Details: Dinner party • Dinner • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • American - casual • American - Southern • American - formal • I'm flexible • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 20 - 29 guests • Serving and warming equipment • I'm flexible

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Sheila j.

Sep 30, 2023

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The Exotic Chef was very professional prior to the event. She and her crew far exceeded our expectations with the taste and quality of our food. All was as communicated. I would hire her again.

Details: Shower (baby, bridal, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Breakfast / brunch • I'm flexible • Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.) • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Indian • I'm flexible • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Benjamin C.

4 weeks ago

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We had a wonderful experience with Chef Christina and highly recommend The Exotic Chef. We hired her for a small dinner party which she prepared expertly in our home. My kitchen has never produced food so amazing as when Chef Christina was at the helm! She worked with us to craft a perfect customized menu for our party and the finished dishes (and ample portions!) were enjoyed by all of our guests. Two days later they're still talking about the amazing food and what a gem Christina is. And as for me, it was beyond amazing to actually enjoy a dinner party at home because I wasn't hustling around in the kitchen all night. WELL worth it. THANK YOU Christina!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • I'm flexible • Dessert • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Southern • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Barbecue • French • Asian • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

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Christina Crosdale

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing is Fair, I work with budgets all day, everyday! Prices are negotiable at times.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Being Very attentive to my Clients, building a trusting work relationships, upholding integrity to a high standard, giving my clients comfort & reassurance
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Professional Caterer, Events, Personal Chef & 20+ years Cuisine Preparations. I own my Company.

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