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About
I believe that wholesome, delicious food is only as good as the people surrounding it. I work with you to create a personalized menu that is the perfect compliment to your event. Using only fresh and seasonal ingredients, I make every meal as if it were going to my own table.
Anything from a private dinner for two or a cocktail party for a group, you can be assured that you and your guests will leave with emptied plates, full stomachs and joyful memories.
Overview
Hired 11 times
Background checked
1 employee
5 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.
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Kelly D.
Jun 16, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
I had the best experience working with Shay! We celebrated my dad's 60th birthday dinner at home & Shay made the most memorable and delicious meal with his favorite foods. Shay was exceptionally professional and personable. We enjoyed every course so much talked about how good the food was for hours afterward! She was very detailed and responsive leading up to the event and created a fabulous menu. Her thoughtfulness and attention to detail really made this evening so special for me & my family. I highly recommend booking an event with her!!!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Dessert • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Southern • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Nina C.
Apr 15, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
I hired Shay for a surprise birthday dinner for my mom and she went beyond my expectations. She created the perfect menu, she was responsive and kind. My parents loved their food and said they had an incredible night. I couldn't have asked for a better outcome!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Olivia C.
Nov 11, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
If you are looking for a personal chef, LOOK NO FURTHER! My family visited Myrtle Beach for my father's 60th birthday and hired Shay for a special night in. Shay responded to my initial inquiry super fast, and came up with an amazing 3 course menu (it was so hard to choose just one from each category!) She showed up right on time and cooked my family the most amazing meal. We bonded over our love of Boston and reality TV, it felt like we were just hanging with a friend! I cannot recommend her enough :)
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • Italian • Southern • French • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Ashley S.
Sep 23, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Shay cooked a private 4 course dinner for my husband's and my 15th wedding anniversary. She was flexible with the menu which allowed representation of both of our favorite foods. Our dinner was beyond fresh, seasoned perfectly and served beautifully. We had plenty of leftovers which will be a nice treat the rest of the week. She also threw in a nice anniversary surprise which was a sweet touch. We highly recommend NOSH!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Asian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Danielle H.
Jan 3, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Shay was wonderful to work with! She responded quickly and put together a beautiful meal for our family. She and her sister were incredibly friendly and comfortable to be around. They came with everything they needed and left with the kitchen clean and leftovers in the fridge! I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a private meal experience. The food quality was outstanding!
Details: Regular meal • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Southern • Mexican / Latin American • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Credentials
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Shaynah Gittleman
FAQs
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
The first step of booking is to fill out a brief questionnaire so I can gain more insight about your event and what type of services your looking for. From there I will create a sample menu and provide pricing to you. Once we finalize a menu and budget - it's time to eat!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
ServSafe Certified.
What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?
Know all the basic details about the project. Most importantly, head count of people and dates.
