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Google flavorful dishes private chef and catering. Owned and operated by Chef Haynes, Flavorful Dishes is a full-service catering company serving Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and New Jersey.
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91 customer reviews
Kim M.
Chef Haynes is worth every penny & more. Professional, prompt, responsive, personable, goes above & beyond and delivers a delicious menu just as requested. You wont find a better Chef to cater your event. Food was flavorful, and the endless choices that his gifted hands offer-wow! He helped me to plan a wedding. He made it so easy and the day of, all we needed to do was enjoy ourselves. I'm telling you...stop your search right now and call him. You won't regret it. More...
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Raymond H.
I was at a wedding catered by Flavorful Dishes. Chef Haynes was a wonderful host. The food was amazing. 10 out of 10!
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James Edward Trower
Catering
Price was a bit $$$ for what I needed.
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James we appreciate your support but you knew the pricing up front and accepted the estimate. For future references, please understand that Fresh quality food from scratch will always cost more than frozen or premade food. I'm glad everyone enjoyed what was delivered.
Ann Sawyer
Flavorful Dishes made our family Thanksgiving Dinner this year. To be able to sit back and spend time with family while a lovely dinner was being prepared for us by an amazing chef was such a great experience. Our entire family loved the food and company. We will definitely be using them again for our future gatherings. Thank you!! More...
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Sharlay fields
Catering
Wonderful food it was like he was apart of the family lol when I say chef Haynes was amazing I feel like I knew for years we appreciate all that you have done for us you are a brother always and forever 💯🙏🏾❤️
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Thank you the lovely Sharlay, you looked amazing and it was my pleasure servicing you in your special day
Bruce
Chef Haynes is top notch. Excellent brunch menu. Professional service.
Daneen Bingham
Chef Haynes prepared a delicious Sunday Brunch. The food and service was top notch!!
Elizabeth Henderson
Chef Haynes' cuisine was exquisite. Everything was so favorable. The presentation was very appetizing. Thoroughly enjoyed the meal. I highly recommend Chef Haynes for your event. More...
Carolyn
Chef Haynes certainly lived up to his press. The presentation was excellent! The food was superb in taste and appeal. It was seasoned to perfection. Highly recommended!
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I hear that " Do believe the hype" thank you for appreciating the provided services
Daniel Henderson
The food was delicious , the chef was very professional, a class act
Estelle Murray
Catering
The food was excellent and the customer service above and beyond! Looking forward to having Chef and his team at future events!
Cyndie
Attended an event today catered by Chef Haynes. Friendly personality and the food was outstanding. Highly recommend
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Thank you kindly and it was a pleasure to feed the squad
Tony
The Chef’s food was excellent …. All of it … main course & dessert. And, beautifully presented. Nice job, Chef !!!
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I appreciate the acknowledgement 🙏🏾 thank you
Katherine Crites-Guessford
Catering
On time, delicious food, was very helpful in a time of need. Would definitely use again. Chef Hayes added personal touches to the celebration of life. Can't thank him enough for putting us at ease in a time of need. More...
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Thank you and It will be my pleasure again to service you Ms. Katherine
Melissa
Amazing food and service!! Definitely using you again for next event.
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I appreciate the acknowledgement
Spencer Lewis
Awesome & Delicious food ! The Vegan is food is off the chart !!!
Cousin Monty
Excellent Food! Hot, Fresh, and Flavorful! On time service and fit right in with the family!
Next Family Reunion, definitely look forward to having them back :)
Tonice
Delicious food, friendly caterers… 5 stars would fine again!
Sam
Fun guy. Was apart of the party. He fit right in.
Nickey
Flavorful Dishes was EXCELLENT 😋😋😋😋
Chef Haynes traveled all the way from Delaware to Maryland and delivered some bomb 💣 food and entertainment.
Chef Haynes was very personable and interacted with everyone well. I would definitely recommend Flavorful Dishes for all your catering needs.
VERY PROFESSIONAL. A+ Serivce 🥇
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Renee Miller
Chef Haynes was great to work with because he was knowledgeable, patient and customer service oriented. His food was flavorful! I would definitely use him again.
John Covington
Catering
Excellent job and I will use it again. Guests were similarly impressed.
Lisa Harris
Catering
My experience was outstanding! I was hosting a baby shower for my daughter who is a first time mother and me being a first time grandmother. I wanted this occasion to be special, I researched so that I could find a chef for the event. I came across flavorful dishes with Chef Haynes, he had excellent reviews so I decided to go with Chef Haynes. Hoping that my experience would be just as good a his reviews stated....Well I'll tell you it was absolutely excellent !! he was in constant contact with me to let me know how things were going to check in to make sure I didn't need anything during the process. He was wonderful to work with I told him how many people I had and what time of day it was and he came up with a menu. He also made a Xtra large menu that he displayed, it was adorable. He had a baby theme printed on it and my grandson's name . He gave it to me as a keepsake. The food was delicious the presentation was excellent the guests it's so many compliments . Chef Haynes, was on time he contacted me when he was in route he was professional he was really a lot of fun...he had such good energy. You will not regret the decision to have Chef Haynes a part of your event. Everybody at my event was asking for Chef Haynes information. He came out and greeted each guess. I really cant say enough about my experience. Thank you again Chef Haynes for giving me such a wonderful and worry free experience. He will be our family's to Chef for our events moving forward. Definitely a 5 star experience! More...
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Gmom Lisaaaa I know lil Jim is in good. I appreciate and thank you booking 🙏🏾
Sue Karas
Catering
Chef Haynes out did himself
The food was amazing , the presentation was perfect. I could not have asked for anything more. The bridle show was perfect
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Thank you 🙏🏾 tell Ms Barbie lol I love and appreciate her energy
TamK
Awesome presentation and delicious food...
Crystal
The food was delicious. I especially loved the salad. The chef was very pleasant.
Johnny
Had Chef’s food at a baby shower…Great Food!
David
Everything was nice very nicely prepared. Would recommend again
Rajanae’ Weeks
Kabobs were amazing!! Nice service! Awesome suggestions.
James Small
Really professional and kind service.
JC
The beed skewers were delicious and those green beans were just like big momma's.
Margie Morales
Catering
I honestly have no words to describe how happy I was with the services rendered by Flavorful Dishes at my daughter’s Baby Sprinkle. I have to say I was WOW’d with it all. But more importantly the food was so delicious. I overheard a guest of mine say “this food is gourmet; you can tell it’s no frozen stuff”. And she’s right. The quality of the food is bar none. And let’s not talk about the presentation. Another WOW factor. Chef Haines is the bomb!!! His fun spirit resignated throughout as he cooked in the live omelette station. He personally made all the guest feel so welcomed & even did a few dance moves with the. I loved everything about Flavorful Dishes LLC and highly recommend. All my friends are considering hiring Flavorful Dishes for their next events. I know they wo t be disappointed. I was satisfied to the thousandth power & feel that Chef Haines was a God-sent! More...
Veronica Leonard
Catering
It was truly a joy working with Chef Haynes. The chef pours love into every dish. My guest were extremely delighted with all entrees and happy with his service. Chef Haynes was a master in the kitchen with the setup and service throughout the occasion. He will not disappoint you and each dish was scrumptious! More...
Shayna Gourdine
Chef Haynes did an exceptionally amazing job. The food was amazing and his hospitality was awesome.
Malik Broome-Cummins
The food was delicious and the service was excellent.
LaMia Ellis
Chef Haynes did it again for Christmas! Leg of Lamb, Cornish Hens, Rice Pilaf and Green beans! Looking forward to you doing my mom's birthday in July when its nice outside! Happy New Year Chef!
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Thank and I'm looking forward to firing up the grill 🙏🏾
Tyler Mckenzie
Amazing food, great hospitality and amazing customer service. He was a VIBE. I will be booking again for sure.
Deborah Reaves
Catering
This was the first Christmas that I decided to hire a caterer to do my Christmas dinner, and Chef Haynes did not disappoint!
From the communication with him to the completion of the meal was done quite professionally! The meal was seasoned well and absolutely delicious! My family and I really enjoyed the food, and many returned for seconds. My son even took some of the leftovers with him. Hey Haynes delivered the meal in a timely manner and wrote instructions for warming up the food prior to our dinner time.
I am so impressed with Chef Haynes, that I will be hiring him in April to cater my 75th birthday gathering at my home! Bravo, Chef Haynes, and many, many more Encores! Thank you for making Christmas 2022 very special for me and my family!
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Deborah Reaves
Catering
This Christmas (2022), I decided that I would seek out a caterer to help me with my Christmas dinner. I found Chef Haynes on Thumbtack, and communicated with him about my dinner menu.
We decided on a turkey meal that consisted of carved turkey and gravy, collard greens, mashed potatoes, cornbread, rolls, and assorted cupcakes. My family and I were most pleased with the food! The turkey was moist and absolutely delicious! Everybody raved over the entire menu, and went back for seconds! Some even left with containers of the leftovers! Chef Haynes truly outdid himself! I was so impressed with the love he put into his cooking that I have already expressed my desire to use his services again for my 75th birthday gathering in April!
I HIGHLY recommend Chef Haynes and am happy to have him to use for many of my future events, especially since I am a 74 year old senior who will no longer be preparing large holiday meals! Bravo, Chef Haynes! You go, Boy!!!
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Thank you kindly, I appreciate y'all and I'm looking forward to that 3 quarters birthday of yours Ms. Deb.
Sabrina
Catering
Chef Haynes was FANTASTIC! He communicated well throughout the entire process. Everyone had an amazing time and enjoyed the camaraderie with Chef Haynes! He made sure we were pleased and satisfied throughout the event. The food was DELICIOUS and his personality and spirit was a great fit for our private holiday affair. Thanks Chef! We truly appreciated you! More...
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Thank you 🙏🏾
Ms. Romel
Catering
MY REVIEW OF THE PRIVATE CHEF SERVICES FROM CHEF HAYNES OF FLAVORFUL DISHES
On Thanksgiving Day I had the privilege of receiving the very professional Private Chef Services from Chef Haynes of FLAVORFUL DISHES.
He actually arrived ahead of schedule after calling to let me know of his arrival in 30 minuets. When he arrived me and my daughter were greeted with a big beautiful smile and open arms. He was neatly dressed in his Chef attire.
I then showed him around the kitchen and turned it completely over to him. He went to his vehicle and brought in the food. So much food...very plentiful. He proceeded to do his thing.
While he was cooking my parents arrived. We watched some football and had appetizers. Also Chef Haynes was very entertaining and very personable during that time.
Chef Haynes set up Thanksgiving Dinner on the kitchen table. He then announced that dinner was served. Next he escorted us all to the dinning room table. Next he pulled out our chairs and fixed our plates and served us individually.
He prepared cajun turkey, glazed ham with pineapple slices, which were both tender juicy and seasoned to perfection. Braised brussel sprouts and sauteed spinach. Two different types of dressing, cheese/macaroni, mashed potatoes, gravy and wheat rolls. EVERYTHING was super delicious and required NO additional seasoning at all......
We all enjoyed every single bite of everything on the menu. Everything was just simply scrumptious and yes.... VERY MUCH TASTEFUL and FLAVORFUL indeed.
To top it off dessert was carmel cake. Ohhh 😨 my goodness.....was the best. He also served us the cake slightly warm. It actually melted in my mouth. So..so good 😍.
Chef was very neat and kept the kitchen tidy. He put all the left-overs in proper containers and put them in the refrigerator. He left the kitchen in excellent condition. I saw so elated from the whole experience. It was a wonderful Thanksgiving with my family!!!!
As Christmas is approaching I have booked Christmas Dinner with him. I am very much looking forward to his excellent service again.
Sincerely
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
Ms. Romel
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Thank you and I appreciate y'all. Looking forward to doing it again
Ebonee
Chef Haynes has the best name to describe his dishes... flavorful! I am happy that I suggested him for our Christmas banquet!
LaMia Ellis
Chef Haynes was EXCELLENT! He arrived early and gave us instructions to turn the oven on 30 minutes prior to his arrival! Very helpful and especially hospitable and professional ! The Pineapple Glazed Ham and Jersey Turkey were ESPECIALLY GREAT! He took care of our event from heating up the food to escorting our guests for Thanksgiving to the table and serving everyone and packing up leftovers to the clean up and storage of leftovers! Chef Haynes was EXCELLENT and the food was EXCELLENT as well! Thanks Chef! We REALLY APPRECIATE YOU! More...
Aundrea Gourdine
Personal Chef Services
I along with my husband and son had an amazing experience with Chef Haynes. Prompt and very professional was the reason for my rating. Will definitely be requesting his services again. More...
David Gourdine
It was an honor to be served by such a humbled, spirit chef. Thanks for the whole experience. The food was wonderful.
Antoinette BETHEL-DANZY
Personal Chef Services
Very efficient and understanding. Worked very well with my budget and a man of God. I'm always willing to support anyone who's ultimately about building God's kingdom. I'm excited!!!
Darcy A
Catering
A great experience from beginning to end is an understatement! The communication was on point and frequent so that we were on the same page the whole time. Chef Haynes was profession and gave great suggestions throughout the process all while listening to my preferences. He also helped keep my husbands surprise birthday an actual surprise and was just as happy as I was when we pulled it off! Now the food….was…. Amazing!!! As he had said it did not disappoint! All of the guests were raving and asking for his contact information right away. We had a menu of various different options which were sweet and sour pork, potato skins, wings and much more - there wasn’t one item that wasn’t delicious! When it came to dessert he helped cut the birthday cake and he had also brought cookies and ice cream for the kids which he passed out wearing the biggest smile! In summary not only was the food amazing, but the chefs that delivered and served the food made our night with their smiles and infectious positive attitudes and smiles! Thank you flavorful dishes for helping make this party an event we will never forget! More...
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Thank you so much Ms. Darcyyyyyyy I appreciate and thank you too for the time you took to show your appreciation for the food and hospitality that Chef Haynes @ Flavorful dishes provided
Cassandra Humphrey-Jenkins
Dish of choice was shrimp and steak Alfredo with broccoli. Let me tell you amazing flavor was no doubt 5 star quality!!
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I appreciate and thank you too Ms. Cassandra
Kathy Clark
Catering
Chef Haynes was nothing short of a delight. Everything was amazing!
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Thank you I appreciate and thank you too Ms. Kathy
Jozie
AMAZING. super delicious best comfort food ever. it’s bussin bussin
What’s your signature dish?
My Jamaican Curry and jerk Chicken is a fan favorite, featuring bold island spices and tender chicken.
How do you go about creating the perfect menu for your clients?
I blend client tastes with fresh, seasonal ingredients to curate a balanced, bespoke menu.
What do you love most about your job?
I love seeing guests connect over great food and knowing I made their celebration truly special.
What inspired you to start your own business?
My passion for diverse flavors and creating personal, memorable dining experiences inspired me.
Why should our clients choose you?
Choosing Flavorful Dishes Private Chef and Catering means choosing a standard of excellence that is officially recognized for its quality and consistency.
Here is why our clients trust us to handle their most important celebrations:
1. Award-Winning Excellence
We are proud to share that our commitment to service has been formally recognized. The Quality Business Awards recognizes businesses that achieve an average quality score of 95% or greater over the previous 12 months. This ensures that when you hire us, you are hiring one of the top-rated professionals in the region.
> [!NOTE]
> 2025 Winner: The Best Catering in Dover, Delaware.> To learn more about the selection criteria and our ranking, please visit our official award page:
> [Quality Business Awards - Flavorful Dishes](https://qualitybusinessawards.com/2025/the-best-Catering-in-Dover-Delaware/Flavorful-Dishes-Private-Chefs--Catering)
2. Global Culinary Versatility**
Whether you are craving the bold, authentic spices of Jamaican and Liberian cuisine, the refined comfort of Italian classics, or the vibrant textures of Asianbfusion, we bring a world of flavor to your table. Every menu is a bespoke creation tailored to your specific palate.
3. A Seamless, Stress-Free Experience
We believe the host should enjoy the party as much as the guests. We provide a comprehensive "end-to-end" service that includes:
*Professional Sourcing: Selecting the freshest, highest-quality ingredients.
*Expert Preparation:Meticulous prep and cooking tailored to your event size.
*Elite Packaging & Service: Ensuring every dish is presented beautifully and ready for enjoyment.
4. Health & Lifestyle Focused
We specialize in making "healthy" taste like "indulgent." Our expertise in **high-protein, keto, and balanced meal structures** ensures that your guests can enjoy a gourmet meal that aligns with their wellness goals without sacrificing flavor.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
Flavorful Dishes Catering: Your Safety is Our Priority**
At Flavorful Dishes, we're committed to providing delicious food and exceptional service while prioritizing the health and safety of our clients and staff. We have implemented the following measures to ensure a safe and enjoyable dining experience:
* **Strict Hygiene Practices:** Our team adheres to rigorous hygiene standards, including frequent hand washing, sanitizing surfaces, and wearing masks.
* **Contactless Service:** We offer contactless delivery options to minimize physical interaction.
Individually Plated Meals: We provide individually plated meals to reduce the risk of cross-contamination.
Social Distancing:We maintain social distancing guidelines during delivery and setup.
We are continuously monitoring health guidelines and adjusting our practices accordingly. Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns.
Let us elevate your next event with our delicious cuisine and commitment to safety.
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Flavorful Dishes catering offers a variety of catering and private chef services in New Jersey, Philadelphia, Delaware and Maryland. Here’s a summary of their services: Book us flavorful-dishes.us
Private Chef Services: Personalized in-home chef experiences tailored to clients’ preferences and dietary needs
Catering Services: Full-service catering for events such as weddings, corporate events, and private parties. We offer customizable menus to suit different occasions
Event Planning: Assistance with planning and executing events, ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish.
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