Chef Mark Gallagher, Gourmet Food at an Affordable Price

When first contacting Mark Gallagher he was very personable and his attentive care began with our first converstaion and lasted through the day of the event, even checking in afterward.

I was nervous to higher a personal chef, not knowing what to expect, how the food would taste. But I was more than pleasantly surprised. The presentation alone was gorgeous, I almost did not want to eat the masterpiece. The vegetable dishes had an amazing color palette that enticed me and the flavor was nothing short of fantastic.
I had a variety of diners: vegans, pescadarians (hey, this is Santa Cruz), but Mark had no problem suggesting spring rolls, veggie lasagna, salmon teriyaki, and a chicken dish. I love meat so I was glad he didn't go all veggie.

Mark stopped by my house the week before the event to get the measurements, and was very laid-back which actually helped out because I was nervous about the family reunion, but it all went great, at a great price at that.

My family was excited about the excellent food, and without personally having to stress about anything I just got to be a great hostess. Since all the plates and cutlery were brought I didn't have even have to worry about clean-up. I think Affordable Chef is a great company in Santa Cruz. If I could afford it, I would have him cook all my meals, but I don't know if my husband would miss my domesticity, or maybe he'd actually eat my food.

Burlingame with Trudy and Jim

Sterling Gardens

Best ever

Mark...
I dont think there is any way to truly express how remarkable you and your staff are, how hard you all worked, or how much we appreciate all you did. Your food was probably the best I have had at a wedding. Lawrence and I were chowin down in our fancy suite out of a foil tray at 2 in the morning.

I hope our paths cross again and if ever I need a caterer again you bet it will be you!
Lawrence and I had the best wedding ever. Thanks for sending us into matrimony so nicely.

Karen

Chef Mark Thank you :}

What a wonderful time we had working with you and your staff! We loved the food at the wedding and everyone is still talking about it. You really helped to make our wedding special. We loved your willingness to listen to our ideas and work with us...Please thanks your staff - everyone loved them and thought they worked hard!...Please use us as a reference if you would like - we loved you and the delicious food!   http://www.affordablechef.info/event.html

August 28th, 2010 by Linda S in Santa Cruz, CA

Truly a Gift

We just want to let you know how much we appreciate you! You have worked with us every step. on our way to creating our family union. Thank you for your Guidance and endless patience. You have already gone above and beyond for us and the event hasn't even happened yet! We do not know what we would have done if you did not come into our lives, Your ability to understand and accept our indecisiveness and nervous tendency's is truly a Gift !! Thanks again
Oct 21, 2009 by Cory and Roy in Santa Cruz, CA