On The Go Gourmet
On The Go Gourmet

On The Go Gourmet

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Introduction
I've been a Chef for 17 years and blessed Small Business Owner as a Gourmet Personal Chef for nearly 10 years. I tailor each culinary experience just for you...from meals prepared for the week, on your family vacation, romantic evening with your partner, family gathering, weddings and corporate events. I like infusing cultures, spices and ingredients in my cooking to bring your culinary experience full circle. I work with families, corporate offices and their clients and busy individual. I thoroughly enjoy being apart of some of the most important days and moments in their lives. Not only do I understand and love working with my clients, I've learned how to cook to please many palates, from picky eaters to robust taste buds who want to try new cuisine from all over the world. Food is my passion, I've dedicated almost 15 years to learning the latest techniques and trends. I love what I do and take great pride in my work. I pride myself in establishing worthwhile and long-lasting relationships with my clients, even if we only work together one time. My motto is...if you can't cook, won't cook or don't want to cook, let me be your solution! Cheers 🙂 *price include your budget pp, Gourmet Chef Services of $70.00 an hour for an minimum of 8 hours and traveling fee of $65.00
Overview

Hired 186 times

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1 employee

10 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2023

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Reviews

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

Very good 4.6

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Tamber T.
May 10, 2021
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I decided to hire a personal chef instead of the usual restaurant celebration for my husbands birthday! He was very surprised. I had never hired a personal chef before and vivian for sure didn’t disappoint. The food she cooked was delicious and she even made extra for my dad to try. I can’t believe she drove all the way from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale for us. She was so friendly and our kids loved her. We definitely connect because we are both moms of twins! We will definitely hire her again😉

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • French • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Halal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Tricia D.
Apr 29, 2018
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Vivian was EXACTLY what I was hoping for in a personal chef. Three long-time-ago college friends and I rented a vacation beach house and I wanted to treat them to something very special. Dinner was better than I had hoped. For appetizers she made avocado bruschetta with the most delicious heirloom tomatoes as well as potstickers that were just as delicious. The main course was salmon and pasta. Dessert was my favorite - she made THE BEST blueberry key lime pie with homemade whipped cream. OMG. Vivian chose the perfect wine for both appetizers and main course - so much so that my friend took a picture of the bottle to remember what it was. Vivian was very professional but also delightful in conversation. Great experience!

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • Italian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • $41 - $50 per person • The personal chef travels to me

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Kathleen R.
Jan 21, 2015
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We hired Vivian for our 50th anniversary party at the beach. The event lasted from Thursday night until Monday morning and involved 11 children and 16 adults. Vivian cooked three meals every day for us. Each night was a special treat from Spanish night, fish dinner night, and for the anniversary celebration, she fixed filet mignon and salmon. Everything was delicious! She was very thoughtful in catering to special needs, likes and dislikes of the guests and was well liked by the group. Because we were not at a home, she brought all the dishes, tablecloths, glasses and silverware. I would highly recommend Vivian. she is a true Personal Chef and not just a caterer.
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Jill F.
Nov 19, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack

We had Vivian prepare a 5 course meal for nine people for my husband's 70th birthday. We had tenderloin crostini for an appetizer, lobster bisque, salad, shrimp and crab stuffed grouper over risotto, and baklava cheesecake for dessert. Vivian served and described each course. Everything was beautifully prepared and delicious. Then she cleaned up and left us to relax and enjoy the rest of our evening. The whole experience was such a treat. From the beginning, Vivian was very professional, responsive and fun to work with. We highly recommend her, and will use her again when we are back in the area.

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Blake M.
4 weeks ago
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Hired on Thumbtack

Vivian did a really great job cooking for us for a large group — the meal was delicious!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 21 - 35 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Vivian Dodson