Gerard Maras Private Event Chef

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Introduction

Experience as a chef and owner of fine dining restaurants, I bring a very high end product to the client Working individually with each client creating a special event, as opposed to just giving them set menus to choose from.

Overview

Hired 20 times

5 employees

26 years in business

Business hours

Sun8:00 am - 11:59 pmMon8:00 am - 11:59 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and PayPal.

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Reviews

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

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Eden L.

Jul 6, 2018

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Hired on Thumbtack

It was only in March that we decided to marry in June 2018, and we decided on a small wedding of 60-75 people. And the very first detail that I wanted to take care of was food. I googled "caterer for small wedding in New Orleans" and miraculously, on Thumbtack, Gerard Maras's name came up - there were other names, but in reading about Chef Maras's life in the cooking world, I instinctively knew he was the one. I responded to his message inviting me to contact him. He quickly responded and once I spoke to him, I knew he was the best choice for me. He was interested in finding out about my vision for our wedding, and in listening to my thoughts and ideas about what I thought I might want, over the next few weeks he presented me with pictures of food possibilities and ideas. He was so helpful in discussing each dish with me, and soon came up with a finished menu for a wonderful wedding feast with delicious, unusual and beautiful food. A wedding with all the details to figure out can be very stressful, especially on short notice, but Gerard Maras exudes a sense of calm, confidence and professionalism that made everything for our wedding smooth and easy. The food was wonderful, especially his freshly made pasta with a crawfish sauce, and his food was the hot topic at our wedding. All of our family and friends are still talking about having had the best food they ever had at a wedding. He has a unique talent in not only being a wonderful chef, but knowing what foods are complimentary to each other, and presenting food beautifully, and using only the best seasonal, highest quality and fresh food. He is a real artist in that he makes everything seem effortless, but what he does requires the greatest talent and skill. Thank you Gerard, for making our wedding a truly memorable event - not just for Joe and I, but for all of our family and dear friends.

Details: Bride or groom • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Southern • Buffet / self serve • Barn • Yes - full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils) • 51 - 60 guests • Serving/warming trays, dishes, and utensils • $$ (standard)

Wedding Catering

Liz B.

Nov 4, 2020

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • Southern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Sarah V.

May 7, 2018

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Outdoor event / summer party • Breakfast / brunch • Appetizers • Entrees • Side dishes • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.) • Party host • Casual • Traditional • American - casual • Southern • Buffet / self serve • Only drop off is necessary • Home • Yes - full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils) • 31 - 40 guests • $$ (standard) • Serving/warming trays, dishes, and utensils

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Wedding and Event Catering

TeQuilia C.

Jul 19, 2018

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Hired on Thumbtack

Everything about Mr. Maras was excellent! He was very responsive throughout the planning phase of my event and even provide helpful tips for travelers to his home city. He arrived on time, prepared and eager to cook for our large group of 25 women. The food was amazing and his price was just as amazing. Thank you very much for helping to make our trip fabulous!

Details: Party host • Dinner party / special occasion • Breakfast / brunch • Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.) • Southern • Buffet / self serve • Service will be needed during the meal • Home • Yes - full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils) • 20 or fewer guests • Serving/warming trays, dishes, and utensils • Premium (high end ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Ellie D.

Nov 15, 2018

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Hired on Thumbtack

Chef Maras catered a birthday party for about 25 people in my home. He was great to work with from start to finish.He thought of every detail in the planning and prepared a visually beautiful and absolutely delicious spread!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • The personal chef travels to me

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FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I set a basic price per guest. If the client wants to upgrade food or add services, we discuss price between us.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
When working with a client, I want to first find out exactly what they envision their event to look like. Create the right ambiance and develop with the host the menu that will make their event memorable...details! So much is about the detail.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I worked through high school and college in fine dining restaurants, most of which were run by European Chefs. These Chefs taught me classic techniques in French cuisine, which was the foundation of my culinary education. I have worked in New York, Palm Beach. and extensively in New Orleans..my education is on going....

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