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Quintessential California Gourmet Dining Experience

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Delight in the flavors of the California Central Coast with a gourmet dining experience in the comfort of your vacation rental. Our expertly crafted menu celebrates the region's legendary recipes and fresh, local ingredients. Each dish offers a taste of California's culinary heritage, perfect for any special occasion.

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Our chef will bring this exquisite culinary journey to your home, preparing and serving a multi-course meal that captures the essence of California cuisine. Enjoy a relaxed and intimate dining experience without the hassle of cooking or cleaning. Book now to ensure a memorable gourmet experience!

Authentic California Flavors: Savor a menu inspired by the tastes of the Central Coast.
Fresh, Local Ingredients: Enjoy dishes made with the finest and freshest ingredients.
Expert Preparation: Benefit from a chef's extensive culinary expertise and creativity.
Intimate Dining: Experience a private and relaxed dining atmosphere in your own space. Best suited for groups of 8-12 guests, with a minimum requirement of 4 guests.
Stress-Free: No need to worry about cooking or cleaning – everything is taken care of.

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Sample menu

Salad Corte Madera: Baby Kale, Napa Cabbage, Roma Tomato, Avocado, Cebollita, Lemon/Thyme Dressing.
Beef Tri Tip Central Coast: Prepared in our house marinade, slow-cooked, sliced thin, and served with Salsa Cruda.
Herb Roasted Whole Free Range Chicken: Herbs, Olive Oil, Garlic, and Citrus Essence.
Sofrito Black Beans with Jasmine Rice: From scratch and done right with Scallion and Mirepoix.
Grilled Coachella Valley Squash: With Sweet Peppers, Onions, and Garlic.
Bananas Foster Bread Pudding: Crusty Bread, Egg, Brown Sugar, and Vanilla Bean with Flambéed Bananas and Thick Mexican Sweet Cream.

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Due to its popularity, our Quintessential California Dinner experience books up quickly. To secure your date and ensure a seamless event, we recommend booking well in advance.

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FAQs:

Can the menu accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies?
‍Yes, our chef can create a customized menu that accommodates any dietary restrictions or allergies.
What is included in the dining experience?
‍The experience includes a multi-course meal, preparation, service, and cleanup. The chef will bring all necessary ingredients.
How far in advance should I book?
‍To ensure availability, we recommend booking as early as possible.
Can I request specific dishes or cuisines?
Yes, the chef will work with you to create a menu that includes your favorite dishes or preferred cuisines.‍
Is gratuity included?
Gratuity is not included in the price but is appreciated for excellent service.
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A non-refundable 50% deposit is required upon booking. The remaining 50% is refundable up to one week before the reservation.

Meet Chef Dave

45 reviews

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Speaks English

Chef Dave Mau is a multifaceted chef, food writer, and photographer with deep roots in the Californian culinary scene. His extensive experience spans from the Orange County music scene to backcountry cooking in the High Sierra. Dave's cuisine blends West Coast Americana, Regional Mexican, and Mediterranean influences, reflecting his rich heritage. Known for his unpretentious style and passion for hospitality, Chef Dave creates memorable dining experiences centered around good company and heartfelt storytelling through food.

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Reviews for Chef Dave

"Chef Dave Mao was AMAZING! He helped our night feel special, yet also low key and relaxing. The presentation of his food was family style and beautiful, with thought and care put into every ingredient. He was thoughtful about special events for our dinner and told fun stories along the way. Dave took some awesome snapshots of our group and went above and beyond with tiny details, like helping us with ingredients for our cocktails and even making some breakfast for us to have the next day! Highly recommend! The take a chef experience was easy and wonderful. The highlight of our trip!"

Claire Rayburn

"Chef Dave was amazing front start to finish! He was able to whip up the most perfect courses for our friends and guests. Everything was fresh and tasted amazing. Aside from the delicious food, Chef Dave provided great conversations and had intriguing stories to share. The entire thing was a complete experience that entertained and satisfied! Highly recommend!"

Jon

"I really enjoyed the experience with Chef Dave. The food was delicious and he was so much fun! I'm a vegetarian so I was VERY impressed with his selections. He made an amazing fish dish for my boyfriend. It was the start of my bday weekend and he made it really special. The food has a lot of flavor and the dishes were unique. I highly recommend this experience with Chef Dave. He shared some great stories with us and cleaned up afterwards which was great!"

Marianne

"Dave is hands down the best chef in the area! Not only is the food superb but the storytelling that he shares of his family roots being from Sonoma is amazing! I felt like I was a part of history! He’s a ton of fun, we laughed all night long, ate incredible food and sipped on some fabulous Sonoma wine! Five Stars +++ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐"

Dandy

"Our experience with Chef Dave was amazing from start to finish. Not only is he a complete professional, he was super personable, funny and very engaging with our family. The food was incredible and Chef Dave has good stories and background that go along with his dishes, making them more memorable. Afterwards he cleaned up nicely and we were left with some awesome leftovers. I can’t recommend Chef Dave enough - treat yourself don’t cheat yourself!"

Matthew