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Wedding
Birthday or anniversary party
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Dessert
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Coffee or tea
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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Mike K.
Sep 28, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Debbie prepared a beautiful meal for a party of 6 - flavorful and very well put together. Very easy to book and arrange, and she took care of everything. Highly recommended.
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - casual • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Asian • Barbecue • I'm flexible • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Jessica R.
Dec 6, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Debbie was fantastic! I reached out to her with short notice to help out with a private dinner party for my in laws 50th wedding anniversary. She made everything so easy and it was a night we will all remember. Debbie was great at helping customize a menu for everyone, including picky eaters. She was punctual and professional while at our home. The presentation of the food was beautiful and everything was delicious. It was so nice to not have to stress about planning, making and serving food. It was the first party I hosted that I actually could sit back and enjoy. Debbie also cleaned all the dishes, cookware and kitchen! Thank you Debbie for making our celebration so special!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Debbie J. Elder, Culinary Curator, LLC's reply
Thank you so very much Jessica, for your lovely comments. It was a pleasure to help you celebrate your family's special anniversary.
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Gail K.
Nov 26, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
Excellent experience from the initial contact through menu planning and the delicious food Debbie prepared. Great attention to detail and interesting combination of flavours in all her dishes. the food was exceptional. Very organized and professional. 5 star
Details: 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - casual • American - formal • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
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Mikaela P.
Apr 20, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Debbie was awesome from the beginning of planning this dinner to the end when she was leaving! Her food was absolutely delicious. She added her own little touches and it made it perfect! She went above and beyond to make this dinner more than what we could have ever asked for. Her knowledge and expertise was shown through her delivery, appearances, and flavors! I would 100% book Debbie again!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Italian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Debbie J. Elder, Culinary Curator, LLC's reply
Hello Mikaela: Thank you so very much for this lovely review. It was fun to create this special celebration dinner for your family. I am pleased that you all enjoyed it and hope to cook for you again on another visit.
Thank you again!
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Kara C.
Aug 31, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Elder was incredible!! My boyfriend and I traveled to Scottsdale to celebrate his birthday and we reached out to Debbie to see if she could accommodate a private dinner at our Airbnb. She responded immediately with availability and menu options and worked with us to create the perfect dinner for two. The food was delicious (and way more than we could eat) so we got to enjoy the feast the next night as well! She was very professional and came fully prepared. Being that we were staying at an Airbnb, we didn't know what equipment would be available, but she arrived with all the necessities and was very proactive finding her way around the kitchen in search for whatever else she needed. She handled every detail from the prep work and cooking, to setting the table and lighting candles for our special occasion. Not to mention she took care of all of the cleanup afterwards! We could not have been more pleased with our experience and would absolutely recommend her for your next event! Thank you, Debbie!!
Details: Date night • 2 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • French • American - formal • Italian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Debbie J. Elder, Culinary Curator, LLC's reply
Kara: Thank you for the wonderful review of my services. It was a pleasure cooking for you both and I am very pleased that you enjoyed the meal. Thank you again for taking the time to comment about your positive experience in using me as your chef for your special birthday celebration.
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Debbie Elder
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I customize a proposal based on your food requests, number of guests, time required to shop and prepare the food, plus any additional costs associated with specialized menu items.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
1. Have a telephone conversation to determine their needs and budget.
2. Create a written proposal.
3. Once decision is made, visit the client in their home or venue to see the kitchen and review the details of the cooking event. Inventory what equipment and utensils to provide.
4. One-to-Two days prior to Day of Cooking: Shop for groceries and supplies. Pre-prep some ingredients.
5. Day of cooking. Arrive at agreed upon hour, cook menu, serve. clean up.
6. Follow up with client for feedback.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
French cooking instruction from French Chef Andre' Levy.
Classic cooking certification - Classic Cooking Academy
