Chef Aless

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About

I currently own/operate Brasserie by Chef Aless in Massapequa Long Island. My family is French, from St Emilion. I'm trained in French cuisine, but am versatile and love to grill. I'm a private chef to NYC, the Hamptons and Connecticut for the past three years. I aim to please and can do events 2-300. I have a full service team of bartenders and servers. Have a full liquor license for off premise events as well. And can take care of rentals for all size events. I love to cook and see guests and hosts enjoying a seamless and delicious event.

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Hired 64 times

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17 employees

14 years in business

Business hours

Sun9:00 am - 11:59 pmMon9:00 am - 11:59 pm

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Wedding

Birthday or anniversary party

Dinner party

Corporate event

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Breakfast or brunch

Lunch

Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres

Dinner

Drinks and dessert

Dessert

Non-alcoholic drinks

Alcoholic drinks

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Reviews

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

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June b.

Nov 26, 2016

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f despite that it was thanksiving day, and she had her own family, Chef Aless catered my family's special day with superb attention to both the food, which was beyond delicious and plentiful, and presentation. She arrived early with a trolley full of delectable hors d'oeuvres, the best turkey ever baked, and containers full of great accompanying veggies. This was the first time I have ever needed outside catering, but the experience of having Chef Aless was so seamless, and the food was so perfect, that even if I have to invent an occasion,which I will, I know she could handle it with a touch of that marvelous French charm and expertise, and very little interference from me! I'm a cook,specifically a baker. but Chef Aless is a master, and everything was delivered expeditiously and promptly. And with heart... A truly wonderful experience. Thank you so much Alessandra. JuneBarsalona

Event Catering (Drop-off)

Therese D.

Sep 14, 2017

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Chef Aless is a gem. When we first met Chef Aless she immediately put us at ease. She has the perfect blend of intuitiveness, professionalism, flexibility and a wonderful attention to detail! I was so excited to have her cater for our wedding and told some of the guests beforehand to be sure that they stopped by to meet her! It is always so refreshing to work with someone so accommodating and easy to work with, and Chef Aless has those qualities in spades. The food was as beautiful as it was delicious. My personal favorites were the miniature pork taquitos! You want things to be just right for your wedding and Chef Aless ensured that they were! She brought her own servers after ours fell through shortly before the wedding. Days before the wedding I emailed to see if she could help out with “just one more thing” and it was no problem. In short, I never had to worry about her part in our wedding day, and as any bride can attest that speaks volumes. Thank you, Chef Aless! We are so grateful. We hope we will have a reason to use your services for another occasion again!

Chef Aless's reply

Therese- is there any chance you could cut/paste this review onto the knot.com? Hoping to expand my wedding biz in 2019

Wedding and Event Catering

Cherish D.

Mar 31, 2019

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Details: Party host • Shower (bridal, baby, etc.) • Breakfast / brunch • Lunch • American - casual • American - formal • Southern • French • Plated meal • Service will be needed during the meal • Home • Full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils) • 20 or fewer guests • Premium (high end ingredients) • $36 - $50 (mid range) • $51 - $75 • More than $75 (premium)

Wedding and Event Catering

Kathleen B.

Jun 10, 2017

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Chef Aless recently catered a high-school graduation party at our home in northern NJ. We had about 50 friends and family at the event and it was absolutely perfect! Chef Aless took my very basic idea for the event and developed it into a creative and delicious-sounding menu. She also came up with a great cocktail (Pimms & Elderflower) to complement to meal! Chef Aless took care of everything – she came early, set up, prepared the meal, served it and cleaned up afterwards. My family and I were totally free to enjoy ourselves, our guests, and the wonderful food Chef Aless prepared. All my guests commented on how excellent the food was and how beautifully it was presented. We wanted this party to be a very special event and Chef Aless ensured it was! Thanks, Aless!

Wedding and Event Catering

Harvey E.

Jan 10, 2018

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Details: Corporate event • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Appetizers • Party host • Casual • Fusion • American - casual • Buffet / self serve • Only drop off is necessary • Office • 31 - 40 guests • $ (basic) • Serving/warming trays, dishes, and utensils

Wedding and Event Catering

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Alessandra Mac Carthy O'hea

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Yes typically $75/person cocktail party (heavy apps) $70/lunch, $95/4 course dinner. Can work with lighter budgets if needed.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Give a quote and work together on a menu.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I own and operate a restaurant. Have my food safety certificate. And years of experience.