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About
Delicious Southern cuisine, delightful Southern hospitality. My grandparents owned their own restaurant and I was a bartender in Las Vegas for 9 years.
I will help you plan your special event, tailor meals paired with specialty cocktails and or wine, serve and clean up to allow you to enjoy.
I provide cooking lessons for every level; from the basics to "from scratch" family recipes (peach cobbler, pound cake, macaroni and cheese, dressing, greens, bbq, gumbo), French sauces to Mexican salsa.
Overview
Hired 13 times
Background checked
3 employees
6 years in business
Business hours
This pro hasn't listed their business hours.
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
Services offered
Beverage types
Beer
Liquor / mixed drinks
Wine
Non-alcoholic beverages
Event type
Wedding reception
Birthday party
Special occasion
Cocktail party
Event vibe
Low key / casual
Formal / elegant
Upbeat / lively
Club scene
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, value, and work quality.
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Vanessa C.
Sep 19, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Nikki and Adam catered our backyard wedding. We had 50 guests, and they did a fabulous buffet, cooked it, served it, cleaned up after it, also tended bar, dealt with our guests, and cleaned up afterwards. Very good value, very professional, on time, did what they said they were going to do, decorated my cake at last minute when it arrived looking somewhat boring, and were just perfect. Highly recommend.
Details: Wedding • Dinner • Asian • Indian • Buffet • No, drop off only • Outdoor venue • Yes, full kitchen • 50 - 59 guests • Serving and warming equipment • Standard (basic ingredients)
Nikki's Spot's reply
Thank you so much! It was a beautiful wedding and everyone was so happy for ya'll! Just a lovely day!
Wedding and Event Catering
Jonathan S.
May 22, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Bottom line: Nikki made my party a complete success. She arrived early, immediately jumped in and helped finish some of the food prep I was working on, and then made sure everything was absolutely perfect before my guests started arriving.
Throughout the party Nikki made sure every single one of my guests felt pampered and cared for. As the host I would say to my guests “do you need anything? All good? Want a refill?” And my guests consistently said “we’re doing great, Nikki is taking such good care of us.”
I was able to focus totally on my guests and welcome each one into my home and spend time visiting as opposed to worrying about making sure everyone had enough to eat or drink.
Before she left Nikki cleaned my kitchen and left everything in a state where the handful of guests remaining and I could seamlessly transition to self service.
Can’t say enough about how wonderful it was to work with Nikki. Highly recommend her for any event—I know multiple guests at my event were asking for her information!
Thank you so much, Nikki!
Details: Special event / party • Fewer than 50 guests • Pass hors d'oeuvres / serve food
Nikki's Spot's reply
Thank you, my pleasure!
Event Help and Wait Staff
Emily D.
Jun 14, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Cannot offer enough praise for Nikki! We entrusted her with catering for a group of Brown University alumni and students in Washington, DC, and she overdelivered in every aspect. She helped create a menu of food and non-alcoholic beverages that exactly met our needs, and was careful to consider vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options per our request. Impeccable professionalism and we felt entirely comfortable in her hands. Would hire her again in a second.
Details: School event • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Non-alcoholic drinks • Mediterranean or Middle Eastern • Food stations • Yes, full service • Conference or convention center • No kitchen • 40 - 49 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Paper napkins • Standard (basic ingredients)
Nikki's Spot's reply
My pleasure, good to see college students get to gather again. Please reach out for your next event!
Wedding and Event Catering
Roxanne B.
Jun 27, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Ms. Nikki did a great job with the large crowd that we had. Very professional and pleasant. Would definitely recommend Ms Nikki for any event.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • American - casual • American - formal • Southern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Nikki's Spot's reply
Thank you! I had such a good time!
Personal Chef
Lashawnda B.
Jun 21, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Beyond thrilled with Chef Nikki! I used her to surprise my Fiancé, Dad, and Father-in-law on Father's Day. When booking with her I got every question answered in a timely manner and it was so easy and helped ease my worries. Chef Nikki's energy and vibe made all the dads enjoy the dinner even more. Cheg Nikki helped me pull off the BEST Father's day they've ever had (Their words not mine). Definitely will be using her again and SOON! I highly recommend you book with her ASAP!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Credentials
Background Check
Nelson Goodwin
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I have very few pictures of my work, because I often have to sign a NDA or customers request phone off. 10% off of my services if I can take pictures of the food/drinks for my portfolio.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a BS of Education and taught daily living skills to individuals with intellectual disabilities. I have my TIPS certificate.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I was a bartender for 15 years and grew up cooking with my grandparents, who owned their own restaurant. I love cooking and teaching others healthy meal prep.
