Cooking Up A Storm

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Introduction: The client's request is prepared fresh, is delicious and presented tastefully. I am very flexible and my fees are always reasonable. Because I am passionate about my work and I take immense pride in what I do I will see the project through to the end. I love the challenge to prepare a delicious meal for my customer. I take great care in preparing every item in a clean safe environment.

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Hired 62 times

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2 employees

11 years in business

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

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and value.

Very good 4.6

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Marie-France A.

Jun 3, 2015

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Hired on Thumbtack

Event Catering (Drop-off)

Ranford M.

Dec 13, 2015

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Event Catering (Drop-off)

Joan B.

Apr 24, 2016

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Event Catering (Drop-off)

Lorice R.

Mar 26, 2015

I have worked with Elsa for several months and she has helped me to better understand on how to select the type of seasoning that is required to allow my Jamaican dishes to be produced with flavor out of this world. Elsa impressed me with the wealth of knowledge she had on how long to cook my selected dishes and how to select the correct temperature. Elsa was very patient with me and she spent time on assisting me with instructions on how best to cook and serve my delicious food. With Elsa's get help, my cooking ability has been raised 100% due to her ability to provide professional assistance with her cooking specialty. Thanks to Elsa, I will be a Greater cook when it come to providing meals. I

Cooking Up A Storm's reply

Glad I was able to help Mr. Rose

Karen L.

Mar 25, 2015

I took cooking lessons with Elsa for four weeks and I truly enjoyed it and learnt so much. I was a novice and she taught me about spices, seasonings, braising, grilling, steaming and frying. Now I have so much confidence, I often cook small meals for my friends and family. They are so pleased at how much I have learnt!!

Cooking Up A Storm's reply

Grreeatt!

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Elsa Thompson

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I would like to be able to discuss the price and negotiate if necessary. I either quote per person or give a bulk fee but usually with a huge discount. If you aren't satisfied with the pricing then please talk to me and I will do something that we are both satisfied with.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Ideally, I like to spend a few minutes to get to know the client or organization that I would be catering for and what they are looking for. I also share a little about myself and experience. The next step is to go into more detail planning e.g. their theme, menu, quantities, some clients ask for a meeting to sample or tasting etc.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
My experience comes from years of cooking for friends and family. I have traveled extensively to over 47 Countries and I have lived in 5 different Countries. Being a foodie I have tried many cuisines and I have collected many many recipes. I have tried some of these recipes and would even say I have perfected some of them. I have a background in Public Health and Health Education so I am quite versed in food safety as well.