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About
Classically trained Executive Chef with 25 years experience brings his own take on cuisine and service to the most intimate of settings, your home. Mindful Cuisine Catering takes care of all the details and work allowing you to smile, entertain, relax, create memories and
.....enjoy the moment.
Overview
Hired 122 times
Serves The Villages, FL
Background checked
2 employees
6 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2025
2023
2022
Services offered
Event type
Meal
Lunch
Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres
Dinner
Drinks and dessert
Dessert
Non-alcoholic drinks
Coffee or tea
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
Exceptional 5.0
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LaTonya A.
Aug 21, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Kelvin was amazing. His execution of the food was great and his passion for cooking shines in his dishes. He elevates the flavors of the food that excites the palate in a way that's truly an unforgettable experience. His beautiful wife Jennifer is a gem. She is attentive to the clients and provides excellent services. They're a phenomenal team. They both took great care of our group. It was a wonderful experience from start to finish. We definitely got what we paid for, it was worth every penny. I highly recommend Chef Kelvin. I would book his services again with absolutely NO hesitation.
Details: Regular meal • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Dessert • I'm flexible • Dessert • American - casual • Southern • Italian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Traci C.
3 weeks ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
I cannot say enough great things about Mindful Cuisine Catering! They responded to the ad quickly, gave me wonderful options and made our birthday party one to remember. We will definitely book another party with them in the future.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • American - formal • Italian • French • Southern • I'm flexible • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
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Jill M.
Dec 29, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
This experience was amazing! Kevin and Jennifer were professional and personal at the same time. Our Christmas Eve dinner was amazing because of them. The food was cooked to perfection and everything tasted wonderful.
Details: Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Sabrina L.
Sep 8, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kevin & Jennifer were nothing short of amazing for our dinner party for 12! Kevin was very detailed and easy to communicate with during the planning process. He and Jennifer arrived right on time and handled everything, including keeping everyone's drinks filled and fresh. The food was absolutely incredible!! Fresh, high-quality ingredients, prepared by his skilled hands, and presented absolutely beautifully -- our guests were blown away!! Hire Mindful Cuisine, I promise you won't be disappointed!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • Italian • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
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Erin T.
Aug 18, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
I planned a rather last minute joint anniversary party for my parents and my in-laws. Chef Kevin and his wife Jen were an absolute pleasure to work with! Kevin couldn’t have made the process of curating my dinner menu any easier. They were extremely professional and courteous while working in my home and also contributed to the atmosphere of the night. I’ve hired private chefs before that needed to use my personal pots/pans/etc. but Kevin and Jen brought literally everything needed for the evening. Afterwards, everyone said how delicious everything was and what a special memory this would be. Chef Kevin truly does bring a fine dining restaurant experience into your home.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - formal • Italian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Credentials
Background Check
Kevin Robinson
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Our pricing is a flat per person fee plus the actual cost of groceries. We believe in total transparency, there are no surprises or hidden charges.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
First we have a brief phone consultation where we discuss the requirements and expectations of the client, food preferences, service model etc. Next a custom group of menu choices is designed with client preferences in mind, we work together to craft a menu exactly suited to clients wants and needs. After client decides on menu, a final menu and estimated invoice is created for client to go over and approve. At that time a deposit is required, clients work is done, we will see you at your event.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
35 years restaurant chef experience, continuing education, mentorship.
