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About
Hungry For Travel takes pride in being authentic and consistent. I put my all into making your event not only special but worry free. When hired to do an event, cooking class, bartending and/or catering I make sure it is at my very best. With the values of Yahweh and a non denominational approach I am limitless. I take your dietary needs, and your personal taste all into consideration when customizing your menu.
Being a Culinary and Hospitality professional I enjoy the interactions and intimate settings created around the dinner table. Knowing that in that first drink or bite can turn a great evening into amazing experience. I love what I do and I am passionate about how's it's done.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 66 times
Serves Red Hook, NY
Background checked
2 employees
11 years in business
Business hours
Sun8:00 am - 9:00 pmMon2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2025
2024
2023
2018
Services offered
Event type
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
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Great 4.8
25 reviews
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Jessica S.
Jul 1, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Having Yolanda cater our event was such an unexpected gem. She was punctual, responsive, and, most importantly, the food was absolutely delicious. It felt like a professionally home-cooked meal, which was exactly what we were looking for. Every single guest commented on the quality of the food, and cooking for 30-plus people is no easy task. I highly recommend Hungry for Travel and will definitely use them again.
Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Lunch • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Barbecue • Buffet • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 30 - 39 guests • Premium (high end ingredients)
Hungry For Travel's reply
Your family was such a delightful pleasure to work with. I look forward to assisting you and your guests with any future events you have in the near future.
Wedding and Event Catering
Anastasia M.
5 days ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
Yolanda arrived exactly when she said. She laid out the freshly prepared food. She was so efficient, unfortunately she left before I could say thank you. The food was delicious and exactly what my wedding party needed. Thank you!
Details: Wedding • Breakfast or brunch • Non-alcoholic drinks • Coffee or tea • American - casual • Buffet • No, drop off only • Outdoor venue • No kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Standard (basic ingredients)
Wedding and Event Catering
Breanne f.
May 10, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Yolanda cooked for our group. Not only was the food outstanding, but she was also incredibly professional. 5 stars isn't enough!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Mexican / Latin American • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Jeff C.
Oct 4, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
We were blown away by Yolanda with her professionalism and expertise. Everything felt and tasted like it was from a very expensive restaurant. We had a wide array of options to choose from so we were able to personalize it and I couldn’t be happier with the results! Highly recommended and you won’t be disappointed
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Leslie F.
May 30, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Yolanda was hired as a birthday gift for my son and his wife (and their friends). She is an excellent communicator and I liked her immediately! We planned a wonderful 4-course meal tailored for the five couples in attendance. The food was absolutely beautiful, bountiful and scrumptious. Chef Yolanda came early, prepped, served, was so friendly, professional and clearly seasoned at her craft. My son comes from a home where we entertain constantly and make sure everything is a “food food painting,” and generous… we had 5 star reviews from everyone in attendance.
I highly recommend Chef Yolanda and would absolutely hire her again. We are grateful and thrilled to have found her!
Details: Date night • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • Dessert • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Vegetarian or vegan • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Credentials
Background Check
Yolanda Lee
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing per person only covers the food cost. The amount of time it takes to prep and shop for food is an added expense. Normally delivery is included unless otherwise specified. When servers and bartenders are needed they are paid hourly. The cost of utensils and rentals are NOT included in your cost per person. Gratuity is 20% on all services provided. Other pricing or arrangements can be discussed directly.
I DO NOT BUY ALCOHOL** customers must provide there own alcoholic beverages for there event...
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to know what their preferences are and the type of cuisines they enjoy, it helps me to create a menu and style I know they will love. Working with the budget they have to accommodate their needs in elegance, But not taking away from the work that is put into preparing the meal. I enjoy getting to know who they are as well as what they desire for flavor.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I went to a Culinary H.S. in Manhattan NY, graduated from the Culinary Institute Of America in 2007, went on to study Szechuan cuisine in China for three weeks after graduation. I had an opportunity to cook in Thailand in 2015. Among other things I have been in almost all parts of this wonderful industry from cooking in restaurants, dishwashing, serving, bartending, catering, menu developing and much more.
