Ex Cordon Bleu College teacher with over 20 years in the Culinary Industry will make sure your event stands out by it's quality service and attention to details.
I enjoy the pleasure I see when we exceed our customers expectations. I have a passion for food and bringing people together in a warm an upscale environment.
Overview
Hired 61 times
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10 employees
25 years in business
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Payment methods
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2021
2018
Services offered
Event type
Wedding
Birthday or anniversary party
Dinner party
Corporate event
Meal
Breakfast or brunch
Lunch
Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres
Dinner
Drinks and dessert
Dessert
Non-alcoholic drinks
Alcoholic drinks
Coffee or tea
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
Great 4.8
63 reviews
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Rain M.
Sep 11, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
From start to finish, the meal was absolutely outstanding, a true testament to the chef's skill and passion. It's clear that Chef Ricardo is not only top-tier but also a professional who prepares food with immense skill and love. This was evident in every single dish we tried.
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 2 guests • Breakfast / brunch • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - formal • Italian • Vegetarian or vegan • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Jana B.
Aug 16, 2025
Chef Ricardo was very nice to work with. He gave us his total attention as he prepared the meal with our help. We learned some knife cutting skills in addition to preparing the meal. The portions were huge and we had yummy leftovers!
Amanda H.
Jul 13, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Ricardo is amazing and so kind. Food was just as amazing as he is. It was 4 guest and all of us had taking a cooking class on our bucket list and were sooo thrilled with the experience. Thank you again Chef for this amazing experience and the delicious meals!!!! We are sooo grateful.
Details: 2 people • Mexican / Latin • French • Mediterranean • Southeast Asian • Japanese • Roasting and braising • Soups and sauces • Basic cooking skills • Knife skills • No dietary restrictions • Adult (over 18) • Intermediate • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Private Cooking Lessons
David L.
Mar 6, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
Let me start by saying that this was a last-minute plan that I made the day before Valentine's Day. I made a request through Thumbtack and in a very short time Chef Ricardo contacted me to confirm he was available and provided his menu and price. I called him and he went through in more detail his menu and suggestions based on our food preference. He has a lot of menu offerings by the way in varied cuisines.
I could tell that he was friendly and professional just by talking to him.
Meeting him in person confirmed my assumptions. He was an absolute pleasure to have in our home. He did a really fun cooking lesson with us while he was prepping the meal. He started by making fresh mango margaritas which he served at the beginning and then he showed us how to make the appetizer, entree and dessert, and we had some 'hands on' too with making crepes.
He prepped our dining table and served our meal.
The food was beautifully plated and most importantly it was delicious!
While we ate, Chef cleaned up our kitchen and dishes.
We will definitely use him again for special occasions and would highly recommend him.
Thanks Chef for making this Valentines one of the most special ever!
Details: Dinner • Appetizers • Entrees • Side dishes • American - formal • Fusion • 2 guests • Meal prepared onsite • Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • $81 - $100 per person • The personal chef travels to me
Personal Chef
Cynthia M.
Dec 18, 2017
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Hired on Thumbtack
What I love most about my experience with Chef Ricardo is he is passionate about his trade and it shows In his presentation. He handled a 40 plated five course dinner party with finess. His Salmon dish is just amazing....Everyone of my guest commented on how tasty it was! I will use him again for an elegant plated wine dinner to a BBQ! My guests will be calling him too!
Details: Dinner party / special occasion • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Appetizers • Entrees • Side dishes • Professional event planner • Formal • Traditional • American - casual • Buffet / self serve • Service will be needed during the meal • Home • Yes - full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils) • 31 - 40 guests • $$$ (premium)
Wedding and Event Catering
Credentials
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Ricardo Baquero
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
The more people the less it will be per person for a dinner, luncheon or cooking 🥘 class.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
The first step is to develop the menu and the number of people for me to give an accurate price.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Bachelors - Hospitality Management - From Florida International University
Associate of Science Hospitality Management, Minor Culinary Arts, Miami Dade Community College.
