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Chef Dave's

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We can cook all types of foods. We do romantic dinner parties of two to four, and we also do large, fun catering parties of up to 100 people.
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Hired 37 times

Business hours

Sun8:00 am - 12:00 amMon8:00 am - 12:00 am

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2018

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2017

Services offered
Event type

Wedding

Birthday or anniversary party

Dinner party

Corporate event

Meal

Breakfast or brunch

Lunch

Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres

Dinner

Drinks and dessert

Dessert

Non-alcoholic drinks

Alcoholic drinks

Coffee or tea

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Reviews

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

Excellent 4.9

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Melissa E.

May 7, 2017

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Working with Chef Dave was great from beginning to end. He helped me throw a 50th birthday lunch. I have done many events and am all about the details and he was just the same. He came to my apartment prior to the event to see my kitchen, the set up, and discussed the rentals we would need. Together, we agreed on a menu, staff, set up, and all other details for the event. He was very easy to communicate with prior to the event, and was just as excited as I was about the party! He was on time and cost conscious. His food was delicious. Throughout the party, my guests kept going in the kitchen to get to know him and thank him. He also prepared a killer sangria for me in advance of the party which was perfectly marinated by the time we had to serve it to my guests. It was a huge hit! Our menu included everything from lamb chops to caesar salad wraps to cheesecake to of course his famous mozarella sushi. He also helped me obtain a hostess and bartender who were both so professional and gracious and all smiles all day! This was definitely a party to be remembered. Between the amazing food of Chef Dave, great service, a surprise rapper, belly dancer, singer, and a DJ on the 49th floor with amazing views of Manhattan, who wouldn't have a great time!? I definitely look forward to working with Chef Dave again. Melissa
Wedding and Event Catering
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Mary R.

Sep 19, 2017

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Outstanding hands on demonstration and lesson for my 11 year old daughters and friends. Not only did they learn to cook the meal they enjoyed, they learned proper knife skills, cutting a chicken, importance of fresh ingredients vs. store bought, sauce prep and reduction technique, homemade salad dressing, and presentation of the meal. We all enjoyed Chef's simple educational approach as well as his lively sense of humor and calm command in the kitchen! Absolutely look forward to cooking with him again as well as using his catering expertise for at home celebrations.
Chef Dave's's reply
It was so much fun, I can't wait until the next lesson
Private Cooking Lessons
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Russ M.

Sep 14, 2017

Chef Dave was a pleasure to work with. He had a huge assortment of menu items to choose from and all of the ones we picked for our cocktail hour were delicious. He was very responsive and professional. He worked with us to make sure we got all we needed and that everything was set and ready to go on our big day. His work definitely helped to alleviate some of the stress of wedding planning.

My only regret is that we didn't book him for our reception as well. We were doing a traditional Chinese wedding and the second venue already had their own catering. Otherwise, I'm sure Chef Dave would've also aced it there. Highly recommend.
Chef Dave's's reply
thanks so much for the kind words
Wedding Catering
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Rob M.

May 20, 2018

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What an amazing experience! From the first phone call, he listened to what my vision was for this special event and delivered every aspect with Perfection. My guests enjoyed the menu we selected as well as the quality of the food, not to mention the friendly conversation and interaction with Chef Dave as well as his assistant. At then end of the evening, everything was cleaned up as they found it.

Details: Party host • Birthday / anniversary party • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.) • American - casual • Food stations • Service will be needed during the meal • Outdoor venue • Yes - full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils) • 21 - 30 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Paper napkins • Serving/warming trays, dishes, and utensils • Tabletop décor and display • Premium (high end ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering
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Jenn L.

Nov 30, 2016

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Chef David provided our family with a memorable Thanksgiving meal that was carefully crafted and perfectly executed. 20 guests, a mix of adults and children, enjoyed classic dishes like turkey and mashed potatoes as well as unique tastes like crab crake. Enough gushing from me... here are the 3 most important things I want future clients to know:

1) Chef David is a supreme professional - Super responsive up to the minute of delivery (and even after the meal), provided high quality product and was a general pleasure to work with.

2) Delicious down to the smallest detail - Not only were the apps, entrees and sides packed with deep flavor but the cranberry sauce and salad dressing received several compliments too. The crab cake was a standout but the entire meal was excellent.

3) Wash, Rinse, Repeat - We viewed catering Thanksgiving as a high stakes gamble. Chef David outperformed on all aspects and we plan to use his expertise again in the future.
Chef Dave's's reply
wow overwhelmed at this review, appreciated greatly :)
Event Catering (Drop-off)
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