"Recently my wife and I and several of our friends were guests for a week on Kona at Kohanaiki. Our stay was for seven
days and was catered during our time there by Hualalai Catering. The catering was exceptional in all ways imaginable.
The presentation and culinary excellence was on par with the magnificent setting of the island. It seemed nearly all local
ingredients were used and the fare like the fish was caught daily. With all of that said the thing that impressed me the
most was their ability to provide a gluten free substitute which was not deviate of the menu really, aside from
ingredients. You see my wife is Gluten Intolerant and they seem unphased in going about the task of preparing GF
dishes. All of which you would never know the difference in GF or not. Couple all of that with a professional yet friendly
genuine nature of Patrick and the staff and you will surely be thrilled with their service. Bon appetite and mahalo!"
J. R.,
Nederland, Tx
"My wife and I were lucky enough to have Chef Patrick prepare fresh delicious local cuisine for us and friends
for 3 days. Hiring Hualalai Catering was the best decision we made. Patrick and his team specialize in making
great customizable meals for groups while on vacation. I never heard the word "No" from the chefs, I am not a cheese fan,
so Patrick had to make each one of my meals differently from all of the others in the group. Can't wait to call Hualalai soon
so we can be treated like royalty! Thanks again to chef Patrick."
Brian S.
Port Neches, TX
"As a property manager, our homeowners frequently request private chefs for dinner parties. Hualālai Catering was quick to
respond to my inquiries, and provided an excellent culinary experience for our homeowner and his dinner guests.
Patrick will not disappoint. "
C.S.,
Kailua Kona, HI
"Wow, what a way to start our vacation. I called Chef Patrick to arrange some heavy hors d'oeurves for the arrival of my family
to Puakea Ranch. It is a small group of bungalows on the north end of the island near Hilo. Chef Patrick was gracious enough
to bring his crew to the house and prepare a luxurious "gourmet" banquet for all of us. In spite of the humble kitchen he made
everything perfect; Pancetta wrapped scallops, Risotto Arincini (my personal favorite), truffled tater tots (no joke, unbelievable),
Ahi tartare, etc. Everything was amazing, except we could not find a restaurant as good. I should have just called Chef Patrick
every day."
Jay B.
"The food was amazing as was the service. We stayed in a villa for a week and Patrick cooked breakfast, lunch and dinner
for us almost every day. They accommodated all of our dietary needs without skimping on flavor. The taco bar was delicious. I
can't say enough about it. Our steaks were cooked to perfection and the Mahi was fabulous. Fabulous!! The breakfasts quiches
were some of the best I've ever had and I travel often. Our husbands loved the chicken and waffles too. It was all just fantastic.
You can't go wrong with these guys."
Karen B.
Beaumont, TX
"Truly Amazing service. The food was out of this world and really sensational. Highly recommended."
Ben S.
Colorado Springs, CO
"Patrick and his team were absolutely incredible! They delivered fresh snapper, live lobsters, steak, crab cakes, fresh baked bread, homemade honey butter, and more for our week in Kona. They even handled all of the grocery shopping so I didn't have to leave my family to run to the store. Above all, they were friendly, easy to work with, and delivered everything requested on time. I would highly recommend them and will certainly call them for our next Hawaiian vacation. Thanks Patrick!"
Maureen C.
Colorado Springs, CO.
"What a gem for the BIG ISLAND!! I found this outfit thru a friend several years ago and have used his services multiple times since.
Chef Patrick did an intimate dinner at my home for my wife's birthday. The event was the envy of all my friends by pictures only. The food was out of this world.
Since that amazing occasion I've used him for my property management business PM LOUNGE. My clients have been equally impressed.
If you have an event of any size..... BOOK THEM!!"
Pereze L.
"What an amazing catering company!!! My friend surprised us for my birthday with a personally catered meal for me and my family and we were blown away! This husband and wife duo are top notch! The best part was Patrick made sure to work with us around our children's severe food allergies, which is no easy feat. He not only delivered but made the kids feel so included and that means the absolute world to me!!! Between the beautiful setup, wonderful food, and friendly service, we felt like complete rockstars!!! Mahalo nui loa, Hualalai Catering!!!"
Celeste S.
Palos Park, IL
"The food was really good, we loved them. You helped us so much for us to have a memorable night in beautiful Hawaii. I would so recommend you to my friends if they ever need a caterer, definitely. Thank you and your wife so much."
M.I.
Los Angeles,CA
"Hualālai deserves every bit of the 5 star rating I just gave them. Chef Patrick prepared a truly fabulous dinner for us and our guests. Their communication, execution, and follow through exceeded all expectations. They created a delicious four course meal; scallops, watermelon and strawberry salad, kampachi, and creme brûlée that was truly creative and out of this world! None of it was ordinary, all of it was fantastic, presented beautifully, and I'm leaving out the details b/c you must hire them to see what I'm talking about. They were extremely professional from start to finish. I will absolutely hire them again! Thank you Hualalai Catering for a fabulous evening!"
Joy D.
Kailua Kona, HI
"Patrick in a word: amazing! I was trying to coordinate a special birthday dinner for my best friend and her family while they were visiting the Big Island. Not only was Patrick helpful and accommodating to the 6 hour time difference between us, but he was so thoughtful when it came to the list of allergies he had to consider when creating the menu. My friend's children have severe food allergies and they differ from one another. I was so grateful that I could find someone to even take on a job like this, let alone, with the care that Patrick did. Not only that, but the quality of his food did not suffer ONE BIT despite the limitations I put on him.
Raving reviews from my friend and her family! They enjoyed every bite!
Thank you so much, Patrick! You made my gift to my bestie possible and special!"
Jessica A.
Boston, MA
"Patrick and his lovely wife, Cherie, came out to our Air BNB vacation home while we were on the Big Island & helped surprise my wife with a wonderful first class meal for her birthday. The night was full of wonderful food & detailed service with class and style. Our family of 4 has so many food allergies that this event could have been an episode of the TV show "Chopped". Patrick not only made the meal full of flavor, it was safe for all of us. Thank you !"
K.S.
"In addition to being the best chef/catering service on the entire West side of the Big Island, they also offer kitchen pre-stocking. This convenient service is frequently requested by our luxury guests with large parties. After long flights, guests appreciate having groceries, beverages, toiletries, beach gear all neatly organized in their vacation home PRIOR to their arrival.
I had tremendous difficulty locating a service with the high standards required for this critical function. Once I connected with Chef Patrick - my search was over! He leaves no stone unturned to complete all guest requests, which are substantial. He keeps me informed every step of the way with excellent follow up.
We will continue to utilize Hualalai Catering for all our needs; i.e., chef services, catering and kitchen pre-stocking because of their professionalism and genuine Aloha Spirit - giving all of us peace of mind that our guests are in the care of the Best in the Business"
Vicki Higgins
Concierge of Hawaii, Owner
"We hired Patrick to make our family Thanksgiving dinner for 30+ ppl this year. We were visiting for the Holidays. The food everyone agreed was the BEST TDay dinner any of us had had in years! Patrick went above and beyond. I highly recommend him and his wife. They made it so easy for us. The stuffing and turkey and gravy and wild mushroom dish had us going back for more and more. He also makes killer banana bread. The price was not cheap but more than worth it! Thank you guys for a memorable meal. xoxo,"
Emily
Boulder, CO
"I took 12 people to Hawaii and stayed at a wonderful house. Friends that had stayed at the house before me, recommend Hualalai Catering. I contacted Patrick and he was so easy to work with before I made the trip. He worked with me to customize meals that worked for all my guest. Not only were the meals great but he and his staff were the best. Each night the meals were excellent and very tasty. Not only was the service great but the presentation was 5 Star. I would highly recommend Hualalai Catering to anyone who wants a unique experience for any gathering no matter how small or large."
Jim W.
Silsbee, TX
"Patrick and his team are awesome! They catered a Christmas Eve dinner for my family of 17 while we were vacationing on the Big Island. The appetizers were delicious and so plentiful many thought that was the meal! For dinner we had a combo of fresh caught fish prepared Asian style and the freshest beef tenderloin that melted in your mouth. We especially loved the twist on a Caesar salad made with napa cabbage. Dessert was a lovely combo of mini apple tarts and a flourless chocolate cake with a raspberry sauce to die for! They served and cleaned everything seamlessly and when they left for the night, the kitchen was spotless! Please give them a try when visiting Hawaii! It is worth it!"😊
D.W.
"Chef Patrick cooked three meals for my family and I during our vacation. Two full service dinners and one drop off tacos dinner. What a wonderful treat! He and his wife provided us with excellent service - all we had to do was sit down and enjoy - no cleaning up after! In addition to being a talented chef, Patrick is down to earth, genuine and accommodating - all these traits stood out to me when first talking to him on the phone compared to other chefs I contacted. We enjoyed all of our meals - my particular favorites were the miso cod, beet salad, duck dumplings, edamame, and his caesar salad. There really isn't anything like having a high end restaurant quality meal at "home" (we rented a house with a beautiful view). Added bonus - he knew exactly what to cook my 2 and 4 year old nieces - they LOVED his carrot, celery and ranch appetizer and pasta."
Heather D.
"Patrick's catering exceeded my expectations. Every meal was fresh and delicious - loved his homemade salad dressings. He did not mind that some of our group had eating sensitivities and provided a few options so that everyone was happy. What made this easy was his attention to detail, reliability and great communication. He was easy going and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him."
C.M.
"Patrick is first class food and service. Highly recommend him for your catering needs."
William C.
Luxury Home Services, LLC.
"Chef Patrick provided meals for my cycling training camp in Kona. Working with Patrick was an amazing experience and I would highly recommend him in every way. Patrick was very professional. His communication skills were incredible, everything was delivered as promised (on time and as planned) and he provided some special and over-the-top additions to our meals that made the experience even better than we hoped for.
Most important though was Patrick’s friendly and passionate personality as well as the quality of the meals. They were delicious! I will be hiring Patrick for our camps for years to come!
Thank you Patrick!!"
Tara N.
"We had the pleasure of having Hualalai catering cook our special 60th birthday meal last night.
Chef Patrick’s meal for us was fresh, and absolutely delicious. So attentive to our needs and wishes.
I highly recommend this company for any catering needs.
Thank you to Chef Patrick and his beautiful wife."
Sonja B.
"What a unique experience. We had a lovely high end restaurant meal served to us in the comfort of our home. The food was exceptional and the service perfect. Great way to enjoy a wonderful meal without the headache of going out."
K.A.
Holualoa, HI
"Unreal Experience."
J.M.
Haleiwa, HI
"Beautiful Presentation!, Absolutely Delicious!, Great Service!, Will definitely be ordering again!"
A.C.
Kailua Kona, HI
"Thank you very much, it was fu$@ing awesome!! You're not only a ninja, but an awesome chef!!!!!"
W.N.
Kailua Kona, HI
"What a epic private anniversary dinner. For the ultimate private experience support local and hit up Pat Dufer and his wife Cherie for an unforgettable and ridiculous meal . Let Hualalai Catering take care of all your private dinners. Mahalo guys"
Nakoa P.
Kailua Kona, HI.
"Covid what?
Our family and friends came to Hawaii for two weeks after the Big Island opened up with pre testing for tourists and we hired Patrick and his team to cater meals for us.
What a great decision. Not only were the three dinners outstanding, he went out of his way to provide us a few extras, such as home made banana bread. We used some leftovers for lunch on the beach or at the pool. Best lunches ever!
Here’s the great part, he provides grocery service on top of his chef skills. We arrived at the house with it all stocked and ready to go.
Because of his focus and service, we could spend all morning doing school and WFH, then spend all afternoon at the pool or on the beach.
Our kids could not get enough of his brownies and mash potatoes, while mom and dad loved his meat and fish dishes.
Can’t go wrong hiring Patrick and his team!"
David H.
San Francisco, CA
"Ladies weekend in Kailua Kona. We hired Patrick and Cherie for tapas and a full dinner.
Let me start with the service, Cherie is absolutely the most gracious host. She took care of our every need. There was 7 ladies with various quirks. Trust me we had a lot of demands,lol. Cherie did not skip a beat, she meant each request with style and poise. Presentation, better than a 5 -Star Hotel. The table setting and flower arrangements is unsurpassable. I am so impressed. The food- I am completely speechless. Patrick is a culinary genius. The first night he took us on a gastronomic adventure of Japanese Cuisine. Then the next night had indulged in a plated 5 course meal. What comes to mind mouth-watering, delectable, savory.
Thank you for making our ladies weekend memorable."
Tuesday P.
Oahu
We had 4 couples that rented an amazing house for the week of Thanksgiving. We knew we wanted to hire a private chef to alleviate the nightmare of trying to pick restaurants that would satisfy all 8 adults. We reached out to Patrick and he was very responsive. He asked all of the right questions in regards to food allergies, likes/dislikes, food preferences, dietary restrictions, etc. We hired Patrick to provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day for the week. I was a little concerned about how the food would be as I consider myself a foodie that enjoys dining at Michelin Star restaurants. Patrick did not disappoint. Every meal he prepared was very good. A few of them were fantastic (Michelin Star)! He did everything from setting the table, preparing the food, serving the food, and doing the dishes after every meal. There are a lot of private chefs available on the Big Island of Hawaii and we had reached out to almost all of them. Patrick was the most responsive and we are very happy we chose him. I would highly recommend Patrick. He is a great chef and the entire group enjoyed having him in the house.
Mark Z.
Plano, TX
My family hired Patrick as a private chef for one night during our stay in Kona. He and his wife are wonderful people that know what they are doing. Great food, great service, right from the comfort of the rental house we were staying in, which is especially nice given we have two young children. They cleaned up the kitchen to where it was cleaner than we found it! They amazed us and I have no doubt they will amaze you. I highly recommend them!
Mason L.
Wichita, KS
Best Valentines Dinner EVER! Thank you Patrick and Cherie ! We had high hopes and you blew them out of the water. The best meal we've had on tbe island. Professional and kind and so very talented!
Lisa S.
We enlisted Chef Patrick's services during our 2-week stay on the Big Island in early December. Due to COVID, most restaurants weren't open and the in-home service offered by Patrick and his team became our go-to option.
Chef Patrick provided numerous prepared meals for us over the course of our two week stay along with a completely catered on-site event to celebrate an anniversary. Initially, we arranged for the drops every other day for the prepared meals, but quickly backed that off to every three days because the amount of food being provided was so plentiful we had plenty for at least two meals. Patrick was completely amenable to our requests, which were fairly general in nature (i.e. Polynesian night, Italian night, taco night, etc.) and then let his creativity take over from there. The food was superb every time, very creative, and the service impeccable.
In terms of the catered event, it was a spectacular 5-course meal with some additional surprises tossed in to enhance the event. A flower arrangement/centerpiece was provided, lei's for the guests and then of course the meal and service itself was unbelievable and couldn't have been better.
Bottom line: If you're looking for a wonderful private chef, who is very accommodating and offers fantastic and flavorful food at a very reasonable price, Patrick and his team can't be beat. Highly recommend and will contact again next time we're on the Big Island.
Gary C.
Patrick’s food was amazing and beautiful! He knocked it out of the park. I highly suggest Hualalai Catering!! I am hiring him again soon.
K.S.
In a world of virtual events, Patrick was able to assist with a unique request from the Midwest. He went above and beyond with the most beautiful selection of items for my clients vacationing in Hawaii. Patrick's service, attention to detail, and commitment to success were more than appreciated. I strongly recommend Patrick and Hualalai Catering. Many thanks!
Lauren R.
He's Very Talented!
J.B.
Dear Patrick, we are very thankful to have found you. Your food is very yummy and that made our stay in Hawaii so beautiful. We are grateful for you and for delicious meals you cooked to us.We hope to be back here sooner than later as we all have the blues for leaving. Thank you for the care, effort, the attention to detail and specially the love you put in every aspect of your work.
M.A.
On behalf of all the MMs - thank you!
I could go on and on, but you get the idea.
It’s been a pleasure working with you.
Thank you so much,
A.M.&C.M.
Chef Patrick,
Our Brunch was perfect, and your menu was wonderful. Everyone was so happy with the event and delicious food. Thanks again for making this day so special.
C.P.
We hired Patrick to cook for our first evening on the Island. The variety of foods he presented along with the amazing flavors and attention to detail were impeccable. He is so personable and creative with his flavor profiles. From the mai Tai lessons, the beef tataki, the poke, the shrimp, sliders, etc to the dessert all were flavor explosions. We appreciate Patrick and his wife and step daughter for all their hard work. Definitely recommend.
L.B.
We wanted to hire a private chef for our first night in Hawaii, and Patrick and his wife Cherie did not disappoint! They were so amazing that we added two more lunches and dinner for our last night. Patrick took all our food preferences into consideration and presented us with beautiful and delicious food each time. They go out of their way to ensure a wonderful experience. Do yourself a huge favor and book them for your stay on the Big Island. Restaurants won’t suffice after having Patrick’s food!
K.B.
Patrick thank you for an incredible dinner last month in Hawaii. Your catering was delicious, adventurous and provided everyone with something to enjoy. The guests raved over each dish, thank you so much. Look forward to working with you again in the future!
T.I.
I reached out to Patrick via a referral nearly 6 months prior to our dinner. Our dinner was part of our planned vacation, in part, a celebration of our son's graduation (who also enjoys cooking). Even on the phone he was inquisitive, knowledgeable, and had wonderful advice on the planning of our dinner.
Patrick and his wife Cherie arrived right on schedule and from that moment throughout the evening it was AMAZING! The food was incredible; Poke, Shrimp Dynamite, Crab Cakes, Caesar Salad, Roasted Filet with Garlic Potato Puree & Seasonal Vegetables, wrapping it up with a Tropical Cheesecake. Patrick shared the ingredients, tips and tricks, and helpful techniques. He has great stories on how some of the recipes were developed, he even had my son help him prepare the shrimp dish, they were chattering over the stove as if they had been doing this for years!
Cherie made dinner flow seamlessly, from a beautiful table setting for each course, to the cleanest kitchen ever, all while never letting our glasses go empty. Patrick truly cares that you enjoy the food and welcomed any questions we had. Together they made the evening perfect.
Family, friends, (old and new) sharing great food and stories, what a memorable evening! I highly recommend Patrick and Cherie.
J.Z.
Benecia, CA
We were absolutely blown away by everything Chef Patrick served us! We were in Hawaii for our honeymoon, and he and his wife gave us a truly magical night. They were kind enough to bring us this stunning flower display. We have never had such a delicious meal in our lives, and we can't wait to come back again someday to book him once more! As an added bonus, he is much more reasonably priced than other chefs we explored!
Cameron E.
San Francisco, CA
Hi, Chef Patrick and Cherie. Our dinner was glorious. What a fantastic meal. We loved everything. Thank you so very much.
S.M.
Been coming to the Hawaiian islands for years, and have eaten at most of the nicest restaurants. The food Chef Patrick prepared was probably the best I'd ever had on any of the islands. Combine that with the thoughtful touches, like preparing a special meal for the toddler and accommodating both a GF eater and vegetarian in the same meal, and it made for a memorable night worth every penny.
K.S.
Damascus, OR.
Chef Patrick and his wife Cherie treated us to an amazing meal for 14 that got our vacation off to an awesome start. The beef tataki was probably my favorite but everything was fresh, perfectly cooked and seasoned, and unique. The food was better than most restaurant meals anywhere, not just Hawaii, and for a big family group, this was so much easier (particularly right now with limited table sizes at restaurants b/c of covid). As other reviewers have noted, both Chef and Cherie were also very engaging, sharing info about the island and the food, which added to the experience.
I highly, highly recommend Hualalai Catering, and hope to make it back to Hawaii and experience their food and atmosphere again.
M.P.
San Francisco, CA
Our family of 5 adults rented a wonderful home and wanted a personal chef experience during our vacation. After searching all available, we selected Chef Patrick. What a pleasure to meet Patrick and his wife Cherie. While we expected great food (and we got it!), we didn't expect the quiet and elegant service that Cherie added to our evening. From creating a beautiful place setting to leaving the kitchen spotless, what a joy! The food was fresh and exciting with some wonderful taste twists that kept everything interesting. We selected two appetizers (foie gras and Kalua Pork wontons) and both were simply outstanding. Our pear salad was customized to accommodate a nut allergy and was one of the best salads I'd ever eaten. Our elote soup was a true crowd pleaser and was presented beautifully. We opted for a surf and turf dinner to please the crowd as some wanted surf, some wanted turf! Patrick worked to present perfection to all. We ended our evening with one of the best creme brulee desserts I'd ever tasted. If you want to be cared for and wonderfully fed during your vacation, I urge you to give Hualalai Catering a try.
S.H.
Danville, CA
Hualālai Catering is driven by Patrick's passion for excellent food made with care and skill. Our family was lucky enough to book Hualālai to help celebrate my mother-in-law's retirement with 3 generations of family. A week later and we are still commenting on each dish and how delicious they were. The 5 course dinner perfectly captured the occasion and our requests for an Asian themed dinner reflecting our own multicultural backgrounds. The Korean lamb appetizer and miso fish were standouts, rivaling what we've had in international restaurants. Thank you so much to Patrick and his team for pulling off an intimate but lively dinner during a busy holiday season. We look forward to working together again!
Linh S.
Wow! One of the most amazing meals ever.
K.E.
San Francisco, CA
Patrick,
Thank you for keeping us happy & healthy. Lars 2021
L.U.
Patty,
Good Hanging, Brah.
Woody H.
Maui, HI
Dearest Patrick,
Thank you for the best Meals!!
Maggie Q.
Hi, there. Thanks again for making dinner for us on Tuesday, it is absolutely phenomenal.
C.F.
Chicago, IL.
Patrick and his wife did not disappoint! They prepared and served two multi-course dinners for our multi-family vacation, and everything was amazing - even the kids options were phenomenally delicious. Dinner with Chef Patrick will always be on the wishlist when we visit Kona in the future.
Jen T.
San Francisco, CA
4 Pound Korean Ribeye. I'm in heaven.
C.A.
Salt Lake City, UT
Amazing Local Food. Thank you for the delightful culinary treats! Perfect for my boyfriend's parents 50th anniversary dinner
H.L.
Portland, OR
We're all still talking about your dinner! So many amazing flavors. You're very talented. Thank you!
P.T.
We hired Hualalai for a birthday dinner. They came and cooked a phenomenal 3 course dinner, catered to exactly the preferences of everyone there. It was so good and so much food that we barely ate the whole next day. And they even cooked kids meals for the two children there. Would definitely hire them again!
E.K.
Los Altos, CA
His food and service are spectacular! Rave reviews from all who have had him do a meal for them.
B.R.
Simple Kona Beach Weddings
Kailua Kona, HI
Patrick and his team, including his wife, made an incredible 5+ course meal a 3+ course meal for our little ones, all in, for 17 people at our vacation rental. The food was well thought out, extremely tasty, and was a good representation of what fine dining is in Kona, all at the convenience of your own home, Plus, the kitchen was cleaner than when they came in.
I would recommend whole-heartedly Hualalai Catering if you ever want original, Hawaiian cuisine and you need to cater to a large group setting.
S.N.
Chicago, IL
I am so happy we found Patrick and Hualālai Catering. My family and I rent a beach bungalow every year and it is the highlight for all of us. We have never hired a caterer for the family vacation before, but something made me look up local caterers on Yelp while sitting on our patio. Patrick answered my inquiry right away and agreed to put together some meals and lunches for us even though he had a large event to cater the night before. He knocked it out of the park! He made an amazing assortment of soups, salads, proteins and side dishes for us. The food was delicious, plentiful and so creative. Patrick is so kind and easy to brainstorm with. All in all, it was such a great experience that we asked him to prepare additional dinners for our last two nights in town. I am a little miffed that my husband said Patrick's caesar salad is better than mine, but...he is correct.
We love your food.
S.C.
Seattle, WA
The R's and everyone had a great experience and I heard so many compliments on how amazing the food was. So much heart felt gratitude to you both. You made their night so special!
L.K.
I hired Chef Patrick for my parents 50th Anniversary dinner. We were only a party of 4 adults and a child, but we wanted a special experience.
I am so happy we went with Patrick instead of a restaurant experience. All the food he made was fantastic. We had good conversation and he cleaned and put away everything leaving the kitchen and table spotless.
We wouldn't hesitate to hire Patrick again on a future visit
R.A.
Washington
Patrick - thank you so much for an absolutely amazing dinner last night. We can’t stop talking about how wonderful the food was and what a fabulous evening it was. You took a special celebration and elevated it - my parents truly loved everything about it. We enjoyed the food, the conversations and the company .
Thank you to you for being so easy to work with. We definitely made the right choice for this dinner and couldn’t have asked for it to be any better.
E.S.
Colorado
OMG - They were blown away and raved about your food, your service and you personally - they loved your personality, easy to talk to and made them feel so at ease and they had a lovely evening both nights.
They enjoyed their dinner the first night - all the different dishes, good portions and amazing taste and didn’t think it could get better but it did. Slam dunk with them. I can’t thank you enough for making their two nights an amazing experience. You're the best!!!
B.K.Y.
Exclusive Resorts, Hawaii Island
It was sooo fun!! And delicious. We just felt bad we were so tired lol. I’m still feeling that time change!!!
C.E.
New York
It’s the dinner Chef Patrick prepared for Bridget and Marc B.,
while they were here
They said in all the years of traveling, his dinner was one of the best they ever had,
That he beats all Canoe House and any restaurant in Hawaii.
D.H.
Exclusive Resorts, Hawaii Island
Amazing Private Dining! Thank You!
Simon W.
UK
Recently we had the experience of a fantastic evening, a surprise dinner party for my husband's Birthday. We were entertained by Chef Patrick Dufer and lovely wife, Cherie. Patrick came up with a menu that was over the top delicious. When planning our menu, Paterick paid special attention to the guests that had food allergies, even preparing a special Caesar dressing minus anchovy, for guest who did not eat fish. From beginning to end, the evening was a hoot!
When Patrick and Cherie arrived, they brought a beautiful centerpiece for our dining table, and leis for 8. That set the scene. Every course was a treat for the palate. Patrick prepared a fabulous Caesar salad, after 2 appetizers, and a " breaking of the bread " toast, which was so special. The salad was decorated with deep fried garlic sourdough croutons, the best ever! The centerpiece of our menu was a fabulous " Tomahawk Pork Rib eye " breaded and deep fried, served atop of creamy mashed potatoes and Farmer's Market fresh arugula. Never have I tasted anything like it. My mouth waters just thinking about it. Dessert was also something to write home about. A Happy Birthday Chocolate Cheesecake, with bourbon smoked sea salt, Chantilly cream and an orange caramel sauce!
In between courses, Patrick was so fun and entertaining, he even sings. Our evening went off without a hitch, and was enjoyed by all.
Carole L.
Newport Beach, CA
Just waking up!
I️ have the biggest smile on my face ever! You absolutely killed it from top to bottom. I️ don’t even know what was my favorite!
The tataki was to die for. The charcuterie was so gorgeous!
Then the table set up was so gorgeous.
Ok…can we talk about that bread. Holy crap. And then we get to those insane tomahawks with the lobster draped like candy!!!! And the pickled things!!! OMG. And you did all that with a broken oven. I️ can’t even!!!
My fudge was incredible and the banana bread and cheesecake were too.
Best ever. Please please come back again. I️ loooovvveed it.
And just to brag on you more, everyone raved about the meal. They were absolutely floored.
We love y’all!!!
H.P.
Los Angeles, CA
Had my first private chef event last night and absolutely impressed and would do it again. I ended up with Hualālai Catering. The food was so so so good and chef patrick and his wife were awesome!
G.W.
Kailua Kona, HI
Hey, Patrick.
Thanks again for last night's dinner. It was amazing, and my family had a great time.
C.K.
OMG that jersey is amazing!!! I Love it. Thank you for the wonderful dinner, we all had a blast.
M.M.
Reno, NV
It was delicious, Patrick. Thank you so much! I'm eating the cauliflower soup, now. So good. Biggest hits were the squash soup, homemade bread and desserts!
D.F.
San Francisco, CA
Patrick Was Terrific!
D.R.
Patrick, you have outdone yourself again, man. Them guys had nothing but awesome awesome things to say about you and your wife and the food. I mean, I can't tell you how much I appreciate it, man. You really knocked it out of the park for me. You're always trying to make me look great, and you have succeeded once again. So, thank you so much and I hope they took great care of you guys. You absolutely killed it. I will see you guys soon. All right, bye.
N.S.
E.R. Big Island
Your food was magical!!!
C.P.
Thank you for a wonderful dinner never to be forgotten.
F.C.
Los Altos, CA
Thanks for the great food and service!
E.E.
Seattle, WA
Thanks again for another lovely dinner last night.
M.B.
Puako, HI
Thanks so much for a wonderful evening.
Jeff M.
Pauko, HI
Thanks again for a terrific dinner last night. Everyone so enjoyed each preparations. I am so excited to learn more about local fare.
T.R.
Kailua Kona, HI
We hired Patrick for a private birthday dinner. He surpassed all of our expectations. He was super collaborative during the menu selection process and very accommodative of our group's dietary preferences. The food was phenomenal. Highly, highly recommend.
V.S.
Thank you so much. Everyone loved it. Was great meeting you both.
K.B.
Thanks. Dinner was great, but the biggest hit was the brownies. Amazing!!!
J.M.
They were super STOKED!! Great dinner, great raves! All good. Awesome dinner.
N.S.
Amazing dinner! We ate everything.
M.G.
Dinner was delicious and dessert was divine. Thank you for making my birthday perfect!!!
B.K.
Kailua Kona, HI
Dinner last night was SO GOOD!!! Thank you <3 <3 <3.
A.F.
Pauko, HI
My father-in-law will be talking about your lobster bisque for the rest of his life.
C.O.D
Hey, Patrick.
It was truly successful and the meals were exceptional. Many Thanks.
Aloha,
Cynthia
Chef Patrick, Loved the Grindz!!
M.U.
Kailua Kona, HI
Amazing meal!! We have been talking about it all day!!!
S.M.
Nebraska
Thank you for referring Chef Patrick. We had a delightful dinner, truly wonderful dining experience.
Chef Patrick is a fabulous chef; the combination of flavors and sauces kept us guessing all night. He and Cherie are a dynamite couple. Our entire crew loved the dinner.
Thanks,
Ed
Thank you patrick for the wonderful meal and presentation!! just savoring on the leftovers now. This was such a wonderful experience for our family. We are so grateful to you and your wife and we hope we can do it again soon!
J.C.
Kailua Kona, HI
Everything was a welcome sight. The lettuce wraps were a hit with the kids. Salads and shrimp were great and the focaccia. We will work our way through in the coming days.
Thanks,
Carol
Chef Patrick Was Spectacular! I would definitely recommend him to others.
P.T.
San Francisco, CA
You made us a wonderful 50th anniversary dinner, orchestrated by our children, Jenny, Aurora & Josh. It was THE most wonderful experience.
J.E.
Steamboat Springs, CO
Dinner went very well last night. We are really happy with everything.
J.H. & M.H.
Thank you, Cherie. The food is fabulous! We have enough food for today, thanks to Patrick' generous and delicious preparation yesterday. Patrick has done an incredible job and we are so appreciative.
W.S.
OMG!!! Patrick – they only had amazing things to say regarding their dinner – from the service that you and your wife provided – how tasty the food was and how wonderful and accommodating you both were – nice easy conversations – it was a slam dunk for your guys – I am so glad that neither of you cancelled. They loved everything about their dinner.
BKY
ER