Don Carne

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Introduction

Hey, I'm Chef Troy am a private chef. My company name is DONCARNE we make tacos but are not limited to that. I am a classically trained chef that has been cooking for 13 years. I have experience with seafood, italian food, asian cuisne and even sushi. I have a passion for teaching and helping people grow. I enjoy teaching the basics of cooking to people of all kinds. I am a firm beliver that everything in cooking is shared. I can provide a full catered experience or cooking class that is emersed in enjoyment, laughter, and great food. Ask about how you can get a weekend getaway package with a full cabin booking. Send me an email to inquire about future dates.

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Hired 28 times

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3 employees

3 years in business

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

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

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Natasha B.

Jul 14, 2024

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Chef Don Carne was very professional from start to finish. He and his staff were also friendly and the food was delicious. Definitely recommend him and will use his services again!

Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Lunch • Dessert • American - casual • Mexican or Latin American • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 40 - 49 guests • I'm flexible

Wedding and Event Catering

Brittaney W.

Mar 21, 2024

Chef Troy is THE TRUTH!!! Since our first meeting until the end of the event, Chef Troy has been consistently excellent. The Chef we partnered with for our wedding was incredibly professional, fun, and talented. From start to finish, it was the best experience. We shared our preferences with him, and he organized a beautifully romantic dinner for us to taste his food. The Chef cooked on-site, and the meal was AMAZING! Later on, we shared our feedback with the Chef, highlighting what we loved (which was everything) and what we wanted to be tweaked. Chef Troy took the feedback and delivered beyond our expectations. After the food tasting, Chef Troy maintained good communication with us until the wedding day. He even allowed me to make some last-minute adjustments without any hassle. On the day of our wedding, Chef Troy cooked our food on-site, ensuring that everything was fresh and hot. The food was absolutely WONDERFUL! Our guests could not stop talking about how delicious everything was, especially the birria tacos with consommé (my favorite)! Chef Troy truly stood out from the rest. Chef Troy was a hit at our event! He came well-prepared, and our guests were able to enjoy seconds and even thirds. The charcuterie table he prepared was absolutely stunning, and the guests couldn't get enough. There was nothing left over! We are so happy that we chose Chef Troy to make our special day even more memorable. He was loved by us, our family and friends so much that we have designated him as our "Family Chef," and we wouldn't dream of trusting anyone else with a future event (or date night). If you are considering Chef Troy for your event, let me assure you that he is the perfect fit. His unmatched talent and professionalism will make your event complete.

Tyra L.

Aug 21, 2024

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Let me know your thoughts on this review for the caterer: We hired Don Carne to cater my mother’s 60th birthday party. The communication leading up to the event was spectacular! We checked their social media platforms and were confident in our selection. The presentation and previous reviews were highly in favor of a five-star rating, which is what we expected, but only partially received. Overall, the food was good. The salmon was well cooked. The shrimp and grits were good (although the shrimp needed peeling). However, the presentation was a HUGE disappointment! We requested chafing dishes, yet the pans were too small and were falling inward, and foil was left on the sides of the pan. The salad was a basic bag salad, with no toppings and only ranch dressing to choose from. Unacceptable! The poor presentation diminished the dining experience. Additionally, the quantity supplied was questionable, and one item was missing from the original list (which they attempted to correct). This was very frustrating and the substitute was not adequate by any means. We’ve given Don Carne 2 stars. The initial experience was very professional and extremely attentive; however, the final presentation, missed food items and questionable quantity were a huge disappointment. I can say honestly it wasn’t worth the amount paid. We did not receive the advertised experience on social media. HUGE Disappointment.

Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Dinner • Non-alcoholic drinks • Coffee or tea • American - casual • American - formal • American - Southern • Buffet • I'm flexible • Banquet hall or ballroom • Yes, partial kitchen (fridge and sink only) • 50 - 59 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Pamela g.

Nov 1, 2022

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Troy catered my wedding and the food was amazing! I had a few of my guests from Jamaica and various other Caribbean places and they all were like that was amazing. Troy is great! He will forever be in my phone for future needs.

Details: Wedding • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • American - Southern • Food stations • Yes, full service • Banquet hall or ballroom • Yes, partial kitchen (fridge and sink only) • 60 - 69 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Starla s.

Jul 19, 2022

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Best tacos EVER! Troy (the owner) is extremely friendly and professional. I was so nervous that my event would be rained on as I stalked the weather the week prior and he made sure I had a back up plan. Day of the event, he was early and came prepared to serve 40 guests. Everyone is still raving on how good the tacos, corn, and rice and beans were! I’m very happy I booked Don Carne taco stand for my event! Will be booking again for sure!

Details: 50 guests or fewer • Birthday party • Food Truck • Mexican / Latin • Home • By host

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
It’s is flexible don’t be intimidated by anything go a head and ask.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Answering questions and calming nerves lol
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Culinary school and restaurant experience.