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Chef David Taylor

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About
I'm a private chef and culinary consultant serving Central Florida, specializing in gourmet on-site meals and full-service catering for any occasion. With over 20 years of industry experience, I bring a deep passion for culinary arts and a flair for creating memorable dining experiences. My expertise spans a variety of offerings—from tapas and banquet-style catering to plated dinners, all enhanced by a refined knowledge of Tequila, Rum, and Wine pairing. Throughout my career, I've worked as a culinary arts instructor and private caterer, always blending technical skill with cultural appreciation. While my roots lie in Mexican and Mediterranean gastronomy, my culinary journey has taken me across all continents, allowing me to explore and respect diverse cuisines and their rich histories. As a bilingual chef and culinary storyteller, I enjoy sharing these global influences through live cooking shows, whether in homes, offices, or corporate settings. I'm proud to hold: Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts Certification in Oenology ServSafe® Food Protection Manager ServSafe® Alcohol Responsibly Certificate Florida DBPR food safety provider Certificate of Insurance (COI) for third-party general liability Let me turn your expectations into an unforgettable culinary experience.
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Current Top Pro

Hired 109 times

14 similar jobs done near you

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2 employees

7 years in business

Business hours

Sun10:00 am - 10:00 pmMon10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2024

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

124 photos

Projects and media

124 photos

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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54 reviews

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Eraislin N.

Feb 5, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • Dessert • Mexican / Latin American • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

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Jacqueline G.

7 days ago

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The food was amazing! Truly the highlight of our trip. We had so much fun and learned a lot with the food and tequila pairing. Highly recommend Chef David Taylor!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Standard (basic ingredients) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • Mexican / Latin American • Italian • American - casual • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Heather H.

3 weeks ago

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From our first conversation to the end of our meal everything was perfection! All 7 of us enjoyed every bit of our meal made by Chef David and would highly recommend him to anyone! The food and service were a 10 out of 10!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Dessert • I'm flexible • Dessert • Italian • American - casual • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

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Marcus h.

Jul 12, 2025

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Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Lunch • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Italian • Plated meal • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

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Jan B.

May 19, 2025

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Details: Regular meal • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Southern • Mexican / Latin American • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Meal prepared onsite • A few times per week • My home, venue, etc.

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David Taylor