Orange County Private Chefs

Chef John gave us the best dinner we've ever had! We booked him for my moms 50th bday and he did not disappoint. He was very courteous when discussing the menu and kept in mind what my mom did/didn't like. The food was top notch and he was quite pleasant as well. I would definitely book again & recommend!

My fiance and I hired Orange County Private Chefs for our small elopement and it was the best decision! Chef John was such a pleasure to have at our small reception. Not only was the food absolutely delicious, but Chef John was extremely informative, friendly, and professional. All of our guests were extremely impressed by the food as well as Chef John himself!From the start, we knew that we wanted a meal with a Spanish vibe to it. Chef John gave us tons of recommendations for tapas as well as main courses. In the end, we chose three delicious tapas for everyone to share and two main courses for each person to choose from. All of the food was spectacular and paired so well together! Chef John was also extremely happy to accommodate for a gluten free guest and a vegan guest. He was easy to work with throughout the planning process, responsive, and professional.If you're looking for a special dining experience, Chef John and OC Private Chefs is the way to go!

Chef John provided us with an amazing experience for my 50th birthday! The food was fantastic and our guests kept commenting on each and every appetizer. His service was outstanding. He personally made sure everything was looking great before guests arrived. Looking forward to our next event with him.

What a great find! Chef John recently catered our 80-person wedding - providing appetizers, main courses (buffet style w/ a carving station), and our dessert (a cake / croquembouche combo). Chef John is a seasoned pro and made choosing our menu a breeze. Everything was absolutely delicious, and our guests gave us tons of compliments on the overall experience. Our dessert was the ultimate show stopper - a combination of a traditional American wedding cake and a French pièce montée (croquembouche). We're so fortunate to have found Chef John and had the opportunity to work with him to make this day special. The price was also outstanding given what a traditional catering company would charge, whereas our food was far more elevated and tasted anything like a wedding buffet. Thank you, OC Private Chefs!!!

Chef John and his team were nothing short of incredible. They made a delicious coursed dinner for our family Thanksgiving party. They were very warm, friendly, and so easy to talk to. Chef John and I worked on a menu beforehand and he was very open to my suggestions while putting in his professional opinion. The food was fresh and some of the best food we have ever had! We cannot wait to hire Chef John and his wonderful team for our next dinner party!

I was on a mission to find Michelin-Star-level cooking in OC, and that led me to Chef John. His CV is unrivaled. He's an award-winning chef who's working in 3-Michelin-Star restaurants around the world. His culinary adventures have led him from England, to France, to Thailand, to Australia, and beyond. I hired Chef John for two special occasions over the past year, and both times they hit it out of the park! Honestly, this was some of the most fun I've ever had. Chef John is a consummate professional. He worked with me to come up with custom menus for each occasion. Each time he went above and beyond, and my guests and I were all left gob-smacked. I can't recommend Chef John and his team highly enough. If you're looking for a high-end dining experience at your home or resort, this is the person to call.

Chef John prepared a five course meal at my residence that exceeded all expectations. John assisted with developing the menu and sourced unique ingredients. Additionally, John's communication and follow through, regarding the occasion were outstanding. Chef John's services are highly recommended!

Chef John and his team prepared a 4 course 5 star meal for my husbands BIG birthday party!!! Our guests are still saying it was the best meal they have ever had! Chef John and his team were so professional and engaging! They made the whole evening one that we will never forget! We will definitely have them back to help with many more parties!!!