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About
Austin based Chef and Sommelier dedicated to creating unique and memorable experiences through food and beverage. Fun, playful, and gourmet. Lets chat and see how we can customize our services for you. #supportlocalbusiness #supportminoritybusinessowners
Overview
Hired 164 times
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2 employees
7 years in business
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2023
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.
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Anis B.
2 weeks ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
We hired Chef for a private seated dinner for my 40th birthday, and the entire experience was exceptional! From the preparation and presentation to the quality of the food, everything was handled professionally and exceeded our expectations.
The food was absolutely delicious, beautifully presented, and our guests really enjoyed the entire dining experience. Chef made the evening feel special and took a lot of the stress out of hosting such an important celebration.
I would highly recommend Chef for anyone looking for a private dining experience. I would definitely hire again for future events. Truly a 5-star experience from start to finish! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 21 - 35 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Standard (basic ingredients) • Asian • Mexican / Latin American • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Halal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Julie c.
Apr 28, 2026
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Chris and his team went beyond my expectations. I would highly recommend them for any event. We had a wedding of 65 guests and had more compliments on the food and presentation. High quality. I can’t express how grateful I am to have found this catering company
Details: Wedding • Dinner • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Non-alcoholic drinks • Alcoholic drinks • Coffee or tea • Italian • American - casual • Buffet • Yes, full service • Outdoor venue • Yes, full kitchen • 60 - 69 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Paper napkins • Serving and warming equipment • I'm flexible
Wedding and Event Catering
Alba F.
Nov 2, 2025
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Delicious French cuisine! Chefs arrived on time and served appetizers, main course, and desserts!! They were very efficient and professional. Food was exquisite and tasty which the guests enjoyed. Thank you for making my 50th birthday so special, it added a classy touch to a special occasion. Everything went smoothly from planning stage to delivery. They catered to all my needs and delivered as promised! Highly recommend them for your next event!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 36 - 50 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Brittany R.
Aug 5, 2025
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I had the best experience - Chris gave us exactly what we wanted. My sister and I planned a dinner for her bachelorette party, where his team needed to show up earlier than we did. Chris guided us through the entire process, and he made it so easy. In fact, working with him ended up being the easiest part of planning the bachelorette weekend. He created a specialized menu for us and had it designed and printed for each place setting, brought on-theme centerpiece materials, and set our table before we walked through the door. He and his team were incredibly professional, friendly, and warming. He presented and served each course with grace and thoroughness. They cleaned up after dinner, allowing us to rest and get ready for the night. During our intro call he asked if there were food allergies and provided substitutes for those girls (like gluten free bread). The food was incredible, and the whole experience was fluid and fit seamlessly into our night. I couldn't have expected anything better. The experience was exceptional and hands down my favorite part of the entire trip.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • Italian • Southern • French • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Christian L.
Aug 30, 2025
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Christopher was amazing, his food menu which we built on the fly was 10 out 10. My family and friends raved about the food and the service. We will surely book him again.
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Italian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Meal prepared onsite • I'm flexible • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Credentials
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Chris Clarey
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
C.H. Hospitality Group customizes every menu to the individual and event. Prices range depending on size, product, and customer preferences. We are happy to work within any budget. Contact us today to learn how we can customize our services for you.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
From our initial conversations through follow up meetings we gain as much information as possible to fine tune our services in order to create the best experience for every new client.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Collectively we have 29 years of experience in the food and beverage industry. Martine graduated from Le Cordon Bleu in 2012 and has been working as a Sous Chef throughout Dallas and Austin ever since. Chris has has been working in restaurants since 2000. He has worked with some of the best wine programs in the city of Austin training under Master Sommeliers.
