CoCos-N-Moes Catering & Private Chef Service

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I am precise with recipes and food presentation, freshness, impeccable flavor and ingredients. Whether it is a drop off (for breakfast, lunch or dinner), buffet or beautiful sit down event for your guests, my skills ,service, food and pricing will give you the opportunity to give your guests the most for your money. I give the extra step of service with security and knowledge to not only set you mind at ease ,but give you the confidence needed for your event. I can prepare many facets of cuisine. BBQ (Award winning 2nd and 4th in the world) Mexican (Winner of Top Chef Quaker Oats Viewer Quickfire Challenge with my recipes) New Mexican Italian Latin Chinese American Comfort Italian Bistro Deli(Sandwiches, salads,appetizers pastries) Steakhouse French and much much more! Services: Drop-offs Buffets Sit Down Personal Chef Traveling Personal Chef Culinary Class Training/Lessons BBQ Pit Catering Accessibility for numerous Chefs,servers ,bartenders. Full catering services from arrival , set up to clean up and departure. I love preparing fresh, innovative, delicious food with a smile. I have an extensive knowledge of various cuisines, service and have won numerous National Awards for my cuisine. Cooking is my life, and I want to share my expertise and knowledge that I have gained throughout my career. I also love the fact that I can charge less, but give more because of my expertise and abilities.

Overview

Hired 109 times

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15 employees

20 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Services offered

Event type

Date night

Brunch

Holiday meal

Shower

Additional food/drink

Dessert

Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)

Cold beverages (alcoholic)

Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.)

Cuisine types

American - casual

American - formal

Italian

Southern

Projects and media

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Projects and media

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Reviews

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

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Katalin K.

Feb 28, 2021

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Hired on Thumbtack

I was delighted with Ben's responsiveness, his knowledge of food and his willingness to execute my requests. He is a very fine chef. He and his team delivered what one guest of mine said " was the best dinner I've been to in Reno! " From start to finish he and his team did a great job.Not only will I use CoCoMoe's again but I know several of my guests are planning to hire CoCoMores for events they are planning! It's the ultimate compliment.

Details: Dinner party • Dinner • Dessert • American - casual • Buffet • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Premium (high end ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Sarah C.

Sep 20, 2016

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Hired on Thumbtack

Wedding and Event Catering

Rashid K.

Jan 15, 2018

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Hired on Thumbtack

Ben and Greg were AMAZING...they were early, they worked with our party from planning to cleanup. If I'm ever in the area again, I'm going back to CoCoMoes Q. The food was amazing. I hope they felt the love from our group as everyone is still raving about the dinner 2 days later. This is now the Gold Standard for Private Chefs for me.

Details: 11 - 25 guests • Party host • Special occasion (birthday party, housewarming, etc.) • Low key / casual • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Host will supply the drinks • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars not allowed • Garnishes

Bartending

Owen W.

Mar 4, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

We ordered catering from them for a whole weekend and they bailed at the last minute, leaving 20 people (including 11 kids) in a lurch. The first night, they came and refused to walk up the "dangerous hill" at our Airbnb that was filled with snow. While the hill was a surprise to us, our six year olds navigated all weekend. Then, they cancelled the next night, citing it was too far and wouldn't even deliver it to the bottom of the hill. They knew where the house was and snow shouldn't be a surprise to someone serving Tahoe.

Details: Regular meal • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Daily • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Personal Chef

Miguel A.

Jun 18, 2020

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Hired on Thumbtack

I worked with Ben at CoCoMoe’s on a large dinner for the Sierra to the Sea Tour that had to eventually be cancelled because of Covid-19. He was amazingly responsive, helping us secure a venue in Lake Tahoe and, when we had to cancel, quickly working with us to refund as much as he could of our deposit. I was very impressed and would gladly work with him on future events.

Details: Fundraiser • Dinner • Non-alcoholic drinks • Dessert • American - casual • Buffet • Yes, full service • Community center • Yes, full kitchen • 125 - 149 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Paper napkins • Serving and warming equipment • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Credentials

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Maurice Larimer

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My standard pricing is to beat any and all quotes, and to provide a better menu, service, food and experience!
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Of course providing references and answering any and all questions that they may have about their event is a must, but we also can customize our clients menu to fit their budget. Because of our efficiency and consistency we can offer the best price for the best food and service in Northern Nevada. Our personality and drive to be successful for our clients gives them the security to know that they have hired the best caterer/Chef for their special event.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have over 30 years of cooking experience, I am a Certified Food Protection Manager, Certified Dietary Manager, and very very soon Certified Executive Chef.