Chef Derek Barragan has been creating unique and bold meals for over 20 years, his partnership with his wife, Niki makes the perfect pairing to take care of every detail for your special event.
We truly love creating a menu for YOUR event, specifically for YOU!!
Our travel area is 50 miles of 78664, anything further could incur a travel fee.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 418 times
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2 employees
23 years in business
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Services offered
Event type
Wedding
Birthday or anniversary party
Dinner party
Corporate event
Meal
Breakfast or brunch
Lunch
Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres
Dinner
Drinks and dessert
Dessert
Non-alcoholic drinks
Alcoholic drinks
Coffee or tea
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Excellent 4.9
235 reviews
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Isabella J.
Sep 27, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
10/10 Thank you both so much for providing the most amazing home experience. The whole meal, all courses were absolutely amazing. Derek and Nikki were extremely professional and helped us keep a surprise for our bride. Our food was ready so quickly and they left our kitchen in pristine condition. The flavors of the food absolutely amazing. All 10 of us highly recommend.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Mexican / Latin American • American - formal • American - casual • Dairy intolerant • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Carol K.
Oct 20, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
We used Chef Barragan for one of our events at the Ranch. He prepared Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch and did an amazing job. He is very creative and brings a lot of detail, flavor fusion and creativity to his meals.
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Lunch • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Southern • Barbecue • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • A few times per month • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Kevin a.
Jun 24, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Derek and his assistant were wonderful. The beef and chicken fajitas were off the charts!!Everything was freshly made … the guacamole was excellent !! Chef Derek made a lemon and strawberry cake that everyone LOVED. Thank you Chef Derek for a delicious meal …. Kevin and Gail Bedell
Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Dessert • American - casual • Mexican or Latin American • Indian • I'm flexible • I'm flexible • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Serving and warming equipment • Premium (high end ingredients)
Wedding and Event Catering
Kristen G.
Sep 23, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Derek and the team were amazing. They came in on time and prepared a beautiful Brunch for birthday trip. I will Definitely book again.
Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Breakfast or brunch • American - casual • American - Southern • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • I'm flexible
Wedding and Event Catering
RHACEL P.
Jul 26, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Delicious breakfasts. Chef Derek delivered five excellent meals that accommodated vegans and carnivores. My group of 12 were impressed!
Details: Dinner party • Breakfast or brunch • Coffee or tea • American - casual • Mexican or Latin American • Mediterranean or Middle Eastern • Vegan • Family style • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)
Wedding and Event Catering
Credentials
Background Check
Derek Barragan
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing varies per event.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We have a few questions we ask all new questions to be understand the needs of the group that are vital to the menu prep process.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Graduate of the Art Institute of Dallas in 2004
17+ years of experience in the fine dining atmosphere