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About
Hi! I’m Samantha, I am an Executive Chef living, working, and eating in New York City. I have 10 years of experience in the industry from Culinary School in Rhode Island to experience in the industry in California, Washington DC and now NYC. I enjoy cooking and making an experience for my customers whether it’s a small dinner party or a large event. Every dish is prepared with the same quality and love as the next. I love intertwining traditional recipes with fusions of cultures but I also enjoy a classic dish for what it is. I am here to make your next event an awesome food excursion. Let’s discuss!
Overview
Hired 19 times
Serves New York, NY
Background checked
4 employees
8 years in business
Business hours
Sun8:00 am - 11:59 pmMon5:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Venmo, and Zelle.
Services offered
Event type
Additional food/drink
Dessert
Cuisine types
American - casual
American - formal
Italian
Southern
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Claire C.
Aug 13, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Sammy is very kind and experienced chef, who is willing to talk out your dream plan and deliver. The food was so savory and fresh, just stunning meals… food that still makes me hungry right now! Thank you Sammy for making my birthday extra special. -claire
Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Dinner • Barbecue • Buffet • Yes, full service • Outdoor venue • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Plates, utensils and glasses • Premium (high end ingredients)
Wedding and Event Catering
Victoria S.
Jan 19, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
That steak… was the most amazing thing on the planet. Sammy was great to accommodate every request we had. She was super responsive and personable. I cannot recommend her enough. The food was truly heavenly. I will never have a meal as good as that was. Worth every single penny
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 3 - 5 guests • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Southern • Mexican / Latin American • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Asian • French • Barbecue • Indian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Melissa F.
Jul 23, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Sammy went above and beyond for our bachelorette trip. The food was absolutely incredible and she and her partner even helped us fix our decorations!! Would recommend her in a heartbeat.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • Italian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Lia C.
Dec 15, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
I was really lucky to be able to book Sammy for my birthday party! I asked for a vegetarian brunch menu, with some spicy, unique items. Sammy works very collaboratively to come up with a menu that I loved! She was also able to accommodate a last minute request to make some options vegan and gluten free.
The food was delicious, we had blueberry pancakes, savory massala french toast, avocado toast bar, cilbir (Turkish egg dish with yogurt), and salad.
Sammy brought fresh and delicious ingredients, was really professional and quick to assemble the spread. Myself and my guests absolutely loved the food.
They also cleaned and stored everything afterwards and I just had to spend time enjoying the party!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Breakfast / brunch • Lunch • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Indian • Mexican / Latin American • American - casual • Italian • Vegetarian or vegan • I'm flexible • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Julie S.
Jan 30, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Thanks for taking care of my wild dietary restrictions Chef Sammy. It was reassuring eating good, fresh meals during my stay in NYC.
Details: Regular meal • 1 guest • Lunch • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - casual • Asian • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Indian • Gluten free or celiac • Dairy intolerant • Meal delivered • Daily • At the pro’s location
Personal Chef
Credentials
Background Check
Samantha Paladino
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I base my pricing upon the size, length, travel and ingredients a client is looking for as each of you are different. Let’s chat on finding the right price for you!
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like getting an idea of their price point and needs. Scheduling a call to get to know them and what they are looking for and creating a menu together to please the crowd and themselves. I find it best to communicate as much as possible before sending over just any menu. I like for my clients to be involved in the process since after all it is their event, I’m just bringing the food flare!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I went to Johnson and Wales University for a Culinary Arts Degree to focus on the skill and art of cooking. After finishing there I went to The Art Institute to get my Culinary Management Degree to understand the Business side of the Food Service Industry.
