We create soulful, small-batch fine dining for intimate gatherings and elevated retreats.
Traveling Private Chef Retreat Culinary Expert
Small guest count. High ticket. Low stress. Big impact.
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37 customer reviews
visha miller
Food and presentation were great!
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Cortney Nashay
I was on a family trip to Charlotte & I actually had no idea a chef was booked I was woke up by the aroma of the food. I walked down stairs and my cousin said “I booked a chef”. The table was beautifully set for a family of 8 and the food was chefs kiss. The first course was shrimp and grits followed by baked chicken wings, homemade waffles, French toast, bacon, eggs (scrambled or fried) home fries and fresh fruit served with a mimosa. Thank you for such an amazing experience Mike. More...
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Christine Laboo
I woke up to an amazing smell throughout the house. Once coming to see who was cooking to my surprise it was Chef Mike himself. Had the table set up so pretty where he served chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits was so good down to the fruit platter that was fresh. Everything was seasoned to perfection down to the mimosas. Definitely recommend booking with him again. Thank you for making my birthday a memorable one. More...
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Jacqueta Rascoe
Michael is wonderful! Love the communication with preparing and getting my pop up event organized . I cannot wait to see how everything turns out!
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Micah Keith
Wonderful dinner and fantastic guy. Thanks Chef Michael!
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Larry Keith
Wonderful job, service and cooking both. Great personality and a good guy to have in your home. Certainly knows his stuff!
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Beth Keith
Chef Micheal is amazing! He was so fun to be around and his food was so flavorful and delicious! I would ask him to host any event in the future.
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Ted Keith
Chef Michael prepared a lovely multi-course meal highlighted by the beet salad to start, mashed potatoes and then a delicious main course of beef bourguignon. He was professional, courteous, friendly, efficient and highly skilled. Use him for all your cooking and event needs. Can’t recommend him highly enough! More...
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Jackson Switzer
It didn’t ask for attention. It earned it.
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Alice Gipe
I couldn’t be happier with the snickerdoodle and chocolate chip cookies I ordered from Chef Mike! They were absolutely delicious and I highly recommend his services! Looking forward to ordering more delicious food from Mike in the near future! More...
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T Hardy
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Alishia Jacobs
First time having a personal chef in my home and most definitely will never look for another one! Chef Mike, did an awesome job. Soon as he entered the home it was most definitely a vibe. His energy was great, and the food was so delicious. Presentation was amazing. More...
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Maria Bronfield
I hired Chef Mike for my mom’s 50th birthday, as we wanted an intimate private dining experience. Chef Mike conducted a virtual appointment to discuss our preferences and made some substitutions based on what we liked. On the day of the event, we were thoroughly impressed. The food was delicious, the presentation was excellent, and he left the kitchen spotless. We haven’t stopped talking about how amazing the food was. It was truly a fantastic experience, and we hope to have him back again. More...
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Kerri-Lynn Netko
Delicious and nutritious! My son gets excited to eat healthy.
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Darryl Meghan
Got a chance to get a sample of the protein bars. Love the texture as a neurodivergent person where texture is huge! Sweetness was just right and gave me the boost I needed in a busy day. Check them out! But not just that. The meal prep options right now are excellent. If you’re busy and into addressing your health but “ain’t nobody got time for that” or your just struggle to keep up with meal prep… it’s way cheaper than most meal services like Green Chef so very doable in terms of investment. More...
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Curley Wiggins
Very professional
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Victoria Camacho
Michael came into Fit4Life with some energy bars. Tried the banana and oats bar. It was very tasty! Just 5 ingredients. Highly recommend 👍🏽
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Alisha Ogburn
Chef Mike is Amazing! If I had to describe my taste buds, they’re simple—yet sophisticated. Chef Mike delivers exactly that: sophisticated simplicity! From the mouthwatering French toast topped with blueberry and raspberry compote and sweet whipped cream, to the creamy caramelized onion pasta with Cajun shrimp and rendered bacon—every bite was unforgettable. This wasn’t just a meal—it was a dining experience I’ll never forget. Thank you, Chef Mike, for making my birthday spectacular! If you haven’t experienced Occasions By M, don’t wait—BOOK Chef Mike today for all your special events! More...
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Boss Fields
The wife and I been getting chef Mike to cook for us for special occasions for about 5yrs, and not once have he failed us spot on every time. Not gone leave a long review cause his work speaks for itself, if you want fine dining he's him!!!!!!! More...
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William Braddock
Chef Mike, knew how to address all my caloric and culinary needs as an athlete. He's a professional through and through and I thouroghly enjoyed having him on staff as my go to guy in the kitchen!
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Jeffery Knapp
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Donald Doe Jr
Occasions By M Catering was phenomenal. We loved the way they introduced all of the dishes by explaining the geographical origins of every dish. The food was flavorful and delicious. We would recommend Occasions By M Catering to anyone that wants top notch service and delicious dishes. More...
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alan davis
Mike handles business. He not even not caters to the event and spices it his recipe to fit the theme! Highly recommend
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Angelina Quinones
10/10 experience. Chef McCray was very knowledgeable on his cuisine served, very friendly and willing to explain each dish. (Spanish inspired) He made each dish memorable and the presentation was on point. More...
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Whitney Powell
Great food and presentation! Loved it 😋😋
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TRIIMKING
Food was so delicious, presentation stunning and professional is superb
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Zack Williams
We have been using Occasions by M for our quarterly retreats and it’s nothing short of an experience. We’ve had the honor of having 20 meals prepared by Chef Mike and Team, and we won’t use anyone else. Having the flexibility of not just catering but traveling Private Chefs ensures that our events go off without missing a beat and we can still maintain that immersive culinary experience! 10/10 recommend More...
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georgina wiggins
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Dominique Riddick
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Mike Martinez
Let me tell you. The passion and professionalism that Chef Mike & his crew bring to the table never disappoints. He's been the Chef at my men's business group's quarterly retreats. From steak and shrimp in Orlando to a beautiful breakfast spread in Lexington and every meal in between, his work has been on point. 40 happy and satisfied and fed guys would agree. All you have to do is give him an open runway and his skill, passion, and love for what he does will take off. Looking forward to many more events experiencing his creativity and love for his craft. More...
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Regina Heroux
Chef Michael did an outstanding job with our birthday event with my family. He came to our beach house where we were staying and put together two amazing & delicious dinners (seafood & BBQ); and a Saturday brunch were the highlights of our stay. His passion, creativity and professional demeanor exceeded our expectation! Thank you for making our event so special 😊 More...
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Ashley Garrard
Breakfast, lunch and dinner. I had the pleasure of having Chef Mike and Duke in the kitchen cooking up some AMAZING meals. My taste buds have never been so excited. Mike also made sure to make his rounds and was getting to know people individually and ensuring everyone was satisfied and seeking feedback. He is super passionate about his craft and it shows in his craft. Chef Mike had me wanting to come home and revamp my own menu at home. If you’re not having his food at your events. You’re doing it WRONG. More...
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Taylor Cooper
We had such amazing and delicious food provided by Chef Mike and Duke during our couples retreat this past weekend. Everything was personalized, full of flavor, and very well put together. We had a selection of burgers, chicken, Alfredo, steak that came prepared, seasoned well, and presented very professionally. Will recommend Mike and his crew to anyone who is looking for a private chef, or a chef to cook for a party of numerous people. You can tell by the way he prepares his food that he is always working on his craft and his experience is personal too. Checking on everyone to ensure the food is up to the standard he sets is quality work in my opinion. 10/10 🔥 More...
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Donald Doe Jr.
The food was absolutely delicious and the presentation was stunning. I'd recommend Occasions By M Catering to anyone looking for a professional crew that will go above and beyond to create a memorable dinning experience. This catering service prepared breakfast and dinner for several couples during a weekend couples retreat I attended and I was thoroughly impressed. More...
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Michael Martinez
Got to experience Chef Mike recently at a Men's group weekend retreat. Everyone LOVED it and the passion he puts into his craft. He not only cooked but created a whole atmosphere in the kitchen for everyone, I'd def recommend. More...
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Mike Martinez
Mike has been top notch. He throws his whole heart into his craft and it shows in his plates. Would def recommend!
Nichole Frazier
❤️🍽️❤️ Amazing food and great prices. Experience Perfection with every bite.
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What’s your signature dish?
Ummm. What's Yours? We are adamant about our clients likes over our own. But if it had to be something specific. A delicious Ribeye Home Fries and Cheese Eggs...
How do you go about creating the perfect menu for your clients?
Great Question, we love hearing about our clients' "occasion". We utilize Honeybook to gather all details of the event, we set up a free 30 minute consultation and discuss the who, what, when, where, why, and how. Reach out to us so we can discuss your event personally.
What do you love most about your job?
Its definitely the smiles. Oh and clean plates to say the least.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Growing up we rode bikes around the neighborhood and there was a need for some kind of service, like pet sitting, then that turned into washing cars as we got older, to cutting grass. Entrepreneurship is the passion behind service.
Why should our clients choose you?
You immediately become Family. Growing up we didnt get a chance to enjoy much of Family moments, and so we will spend the rest of our lives forming family bonds.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
We travel, but nonetheless we do offer Online digital culinary workshops at a flat rate
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
We follow our state and local laws, but we also respect our clients wishes. If you require us to wear a face mask then so be it. We want all of our customers to feel safe
Consulting
Event setup
Staff training
Best practices
Menu development
Coaching
Off Premise Catering
Drop-off service
Buffet
On-site cooking
Menu development
Chef Consulting
Best Practices
Food Truck
We are in collaboration with a food truck until we can purchase our very own, we are experienced in bringing the party to you for you group of guests. Inquire for min price per head
Private Dining
Intimate setting within your home or Airbnb we come to you and create on-site, making this experience personal for any occasion
Wine Service
We've partnered up with Wines For Humanity as a Wine Advisor to provide exclusive Wines From around the world while donating to your favorite Non Profit of choice.
