Chef2You

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Ex Cordon Bleu College teacher with over 20 years in the Culinary Industry will make sure your event stands out by it's quality service and attention to details. I enjoy the pleasure I see when we exceed our customers expectations. I have a passion for food and bringing people together in a warm an upscale environment.

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Hired 61 times

Serves Fort Lauderdale, FL

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10 employees

25 years in business

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2021

2018

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Interested cuisines

American

Japanese

Chinese

Indian

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I travel to my customers

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

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Rain M.

Sep 11, 2025

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From start to finish, the meal was absolutely outstanding, a true testament to the chef's skill and passion. It's clear that Chef Ricardo is not only top-tier but also a professional who prepares food with immense skill and love. This was evident in every single dish we tried.

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 2 guests • Breakfast / brunch • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - formal • Italian • Vegetarian or vegan • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Jana B.

Aug 16, 2025

Chef Ricardo was very nice to work with. He gave us his total attention as he prepared the meal with our help. We learned some knife cutting skills in addition to preparing the meal. The portions were huge and we had yummy leftovers!

Amanda H.

Jul 13, 2024

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Ricardo is amazing and so kind. Food was just as amazing as he is. It was 4 guest and all of us had taking a cooking class on our bucket list and were sooo thrilled with the experience. Thank you again Chef for this amazing experience and the delicious meals!!!! We are sooo grateful.

Details: 2 people • Mexican / Latin • French • Mediterranean • Southeast Asian • Japanese • Roasting and braising • Soups and sauces • Basic cooking skills • Knife skills • No dietary restrictions • Adult (over 18) • Intermediate • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Indira S.

Dec 17, 2020

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Chef Ricardo makes you feel very relaxed in the kitchen. He is very meticulous with the ingredients he cooks with, particularly red/white wine vinegars & cooking wine. He will teach you how to incorporate these ingredients to make tasty sauces and gravies. I am very satisfied and happy that I met Chef Ricardo to teach me how to cook in the convenience in my home.

Details: 2 people • American • Southeast Asian • Italian • French • Mediterranean • Mexican / Latin • Healthy • Basic cooking skills • Roasting and braising • Soups and sauces • Grilling • No dietary restrictions • Adult (over 18) • Intermediate • My home, venue, etc.

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Michelle D.

Oct 31, 2020

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Chef Ricardo was absolutely awesome!! He was so personable, I felt as if I knew him before we even met. He arrived at our home and worked his magic! Our meal was magnificent and his presentation and attentive to detail were hands down, a ten! He made our 28th anniversary so much more special! Thank you, Ricardo!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Chef2You's reply

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure cooking for you and your husband!

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Ricardo Baquero

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
The more people the less it will be per person for a dinner, luncheon or cooking 🥘 class.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
The first step is to develop the menu and the number of people for me to give an accurate price.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Bachelors - Hospitality Management - From Florida International University Associate of Science Hospitality Management, Minor Culinary Arts, Miami Dade Community College.

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