I graduated from the Art Institute of Atlanta, Summa Cum Laude. I love to cook and create meals that make people happy. Seeing a smile on someone's face while they are eating my food brings joy to my soul! Growing up, I was lucky enough to have been raised in Italy & Germany, so I adapt well to new surroundings and am respectful of different cultures. My favorite style of food to cook would be Mediterranean because its fresh, simple and has lots of flavor!
I will cook for small sit down dinners, meal drop offs, and cater small cocktail parties.
Quote: Food is the ingredient that binds us together.
Overview
Hired 3 times
Background checked
1 employee
12 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Venmo, and Zelle.
Services offered
Event type
Date night
Brunch
Holiday meal
Shower
Additional food/drink
Dessert
Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)
Cuisine types
American - casual
Italian
Southern
Mexican / Latin American
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and punctuality.
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Erin F.
Mar 29, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kelly really listened to our preferences, and created a menu for us that was both healthy and delicious. Couldn’t speak more highly of Kelly and the meals she creates.
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 3 - 5 guests • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Italian • American - casual • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Gifted Gourmet's reply
Thank you! It was a pleasure cooking for you and your family!
Personal Chef
Natasha d.
Feb 20, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
She was everything I expected and more! Food was amazing very tasty and her attitude and personality was exceptional with my group! Very much a people person, if i had to do it again Id do it with her over and over!!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Southern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Gifted Gourmet's reply
Thank you so much, it was a pleasure cooking for you, your friends and family on your visit to Atlanta!
Personal Chef
Claire T.
Sep 4, 2014
I asked Kelly to help me with food for a Xmas party I was giving. She and I went over a menu that she had selected several choices, for me after I gave her some info on what I wanted to serve. She delivered the food on time and it was very attractive and professionally plated. She had to prepare some things in my kitchen and was very neat and cleaned up after preparing, before guest arrived since my kitchen was part of the party space My
guest were so impressed with how great everything was they thanked her when they left. I will definitely use her services again she is an excellent chef and has some wonderful ideas for making your party a big success.
Brenda S.
Sep 5, 2014
Kelly catered a party for us. I told her we were having a low country boil and needed appetizers for thirty that would be accessible throughout the night and would go with the diner. She suggested; Creamy Mushroom Tart, Muffuletta Skewers, Goat Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers, Scallions Wrapped in Salami & Cream Cheese, Sweet Heat Molasses Meatballs, and a Cheeses and Nuts Plate. Everything was as delicious as it was beautiful. Kelly arrived early, prepped and plated all of the dishes, cleaned up her work area in the kitchen and guest were feasting as soon as they arrived. The food was wonderful, our guest were thrilled, and it was so affordable. All with very little effort on my part.
I will use Kelly again (hopefully soon) and would recommend her to anyone in need of tasty food for any occasion.
Hollie F.
Nov 18, 2014
Thanks so much for the wonderful meal you prepared for our group in Blue Ridge. Everything was delicious!! Especially that mousse!! We will definitly be giving you a call next time we are in need of a chef!
Credentials
Background Check
Kelly Tranum-Kelly
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I typically charge $25 hour for me to cook, that's not including the cost of food. I am willing to work with people based on the job, because every job is different and people have different wants and needs.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
First we figure out what type of job it will be, their budget and then we go over the types of foods they like, what are they thinking they would like to have, I will give a few suggestions based on their budget and also if there are any food allergies. I am always willing to work with people so I can give them the best deal and they can get exactly what they want.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I graduated from The Art Institute of Atlanta, Summa Cum Laude with a Culinary Degree.
