Dash of Style, Splash of Laughter, Loads of Fun
Our website is always being updated as the chef is thinking up new items and the changing seasons offer so many different options. It’s not always easy to keep up! Should you find a typo or anything that is unclear, just let us know. We’ll be glad to fix it and explain!
Some recent creations
We do our best to update these pictures as we continue to bring fun and food and fun to the Golden Isles.
Baked Zucchini Spirals
Not as heavy as Ziti, great for summer!
Creole Shrimp Fettuccini
(slightly spicy, tomato cream sauce)
Redfish Courtbouillon
on Sticky Rice
Cheese, Bacon & Scallion Waffles
Gooey, crunchy, stringy, piggy all at once!
A 50th Birthday!
From potato chips to short ribs to fresh local shrimp!
Cocktails Anyone?
My Famous Chorizo Poppers!
One of Our Faves!
A Party on a Boat!
Playing with Fire!
Smoker Braised Beef Short Ribs
on Truffle Mash
Local Seafood!
with Lemon Caper Cream
Chèvre
Stuffed Quail
with an Apple Balsamic Reduction
On Pricing Your Event
We are often asked how much do private chefs cost? We know how important is it to feel you're spending wisely and to feel confident that you're getting a fair exchange. That said, it's quite difficult to estimate your costs without a conversation as price your event relative cost. Variables such as the size of your group and menu you choose make for a wide range in how much your private chef will cost. We can say that generally, your per person rate will usually land somewhere between $45 and $200 per person.
See how not very helpful that is? That's a wide range. Hopefully though, it helps you see that much of it is up to you and please know that we will do our best to suite your expectations.
LOOK WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY
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Amber
21 August 2026
Absolutely phenomenal service from start to finish! From the hors d’oeuvres to the main course, to the dessert, our chefs were both attentive and professional to the guests of our in-home party. The food was fresh and well-prepared, and the chefs did an excellent job of cleaning up afterwards. Cannot rave enough about this company! Thank y’all so much for this experience!
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Anna Brabham
14 August 2026
Devin was extremely easy to work with and had great communication! He made sure our dinner for 16 was easy and stress free. We had a gluten-free allergy (celiac) and corn allergy in the group. He went above and beyond to ensure the entire meal was allergy friendly for both guests, and it was so amazing!!!! 10/10 recommend.
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Sydney Lanham
9 August 2026
Devin was awesome and cooked for my bachelorette group of 16. Very friendly and responsive, and accommodated our gluten allergy so everything was safe! Thank you, Devin!
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Blake P
4 August 2026
What an excellent experience! All of the food was fresh and flavorful. There was no over cooking or seasoning on the shrimp which was nice. The salad course was great and the red snapper on risotto was even better. Honestly it was some of the best risotto texture I have had. Apparently he can drop off meals too if you are just in town visiting. The bread pudding was an awesome texture and flavor as well!
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Kristen Lachance
14 July 2026
Devin is great to work with, and he is magic in the kitchen! We started with the shrimp cocktail and caprese crostini. The shrimp was off the hook, and I might have eaten more than my share. We had a beautiful fresh salad to start but the local fish and shrimp with a lemon butter caper sauce stole the show. The portions were generous. Devin was very accommodating for the non-seafood lovers (poor souls) and the vegetarians in the group. Very professional service and the best part is they cleaned up the kitchen after themselves. Nothing not to love! You will not be sorry.
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Sarah Bilton
30 June 2026
We hired Devin to cook a private dinner for our bachelorette trip, and it was one of the highlights of the weekend! He created an incredible seafood-focused menu that was absolutely delicious, and every dish was beautifully prepared and presented. Devin and his server were both professional, friendly, and made the entire evening feel effortless and special. They truly went above and beyond to create an unforgettable dining experience for our group. I would highly recommend Devin for any private event.
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Preston Moore
13 June 2026
Had an AWESOME private dining experience. He made it super personal and was the highest quality. Highly recommend!
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Kristen Moore
13 June 2026
Devin made us such a delicious and healthy meal! He was also extremely kind and thoughtful and really took our preferences and group’s allergies into account to make us the perfect meal!
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K M
13 June 2026
Devin cooked us an amazing meal while we were on vacation at Sea Island. Every course was incredible with fresh local ingredients. Highly recommend!
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Sara Godfrey
2 December 2025
recommends Chef Devin bursts with talent. My husband surprised a getaway that included a private dinner. Devin went above and beyond to create a complete meal for our intimate space; that we would never forget. His commitment, communication and passion is top notch. Thank you from our hearts for being a part of an unforgettable night, and plating every dish with soul.
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Taylor Garner Brantley
12 April 2025
recommends Chef Devin is a master at what he does. The food was incredible! He is so personable and so is his staff. Couldn’t recommend him enough!
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Halley B.
21 July 2023
Verified Excellent 3 course dinner at our vacation rental. Chef Kat was great to work with and very responsive. Special experience for our intergenerational group!
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Julia Yonce Ruff
16 January 2023
recommends Chef Devin exceeded my expectations! He was prepared for our party and delivered one of the best meals I have ever had! The food presentation was clean and creative 10/10. I very much enjoyed his skills and appreciate his hospitality throughout the entire process. Highly recommend booking Chef Devin for your next event-you will not be disappointed!
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Elizabeth Hupert
8 January 2023
recommends Chef Devin did an amazing dinner for my family, and I highly recommend for yours! Not only was the menu creative, diverse and simply incredible, his personalized service was top notch! Each course was delicious and left us wanting more! Such a wonderful evening for all of us!
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Carole V.
21 November 2022
Verified Kat did a wonderful job on a recent family event on Jekyll Island for us! Worked closely with me to fine tune a yummy and healthy meal, with humanely raised meats and organic veggies.
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Rhett Jerrum
9 October 2022
recommends Chef Devin was so awesome!! We had him cook for our friend’s bachelorette trip and we had the best time. Wonderful food, amazing experience, and sooo incredibly friendly. 10/10 would recommend!
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Catherine Aasen
9 October 2022
recommends Devin was great! We hired him for my bachelorette party and he made a great dinner. Very professional and friendly! Left the kitchen sparkling clean as well.
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Yolonda Freeman
10 August 2022
recommends Chef Devin is AMAZING! He served an amazing fine dining experience during my stay in Saint Simon. He used all local fresh ingredients and the sauces are he made were so good! If you are in need of an excellent chef with great skills and great personality Chef Devin is the one for you. Thank you Chef Devin for a great birthday dinner!
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Matthew Barteau
30 July 2022
recommends We’ve had an amazing experience with Devin! He goes out of his way to give us great options and his food hasn’t disappointed. His punctuality and patience complement his service very well. We’re looking forward to many more delicious dinners!
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Daniel Mann
28 July 2022
recommends We booked Devin for a multi-generational family meal in our vacation rental, and the experience was excellent. Devin took the time to talk to us and get our input into the menu planning and accommodated our dietary restrictions. We enjoyed an interactive meal preparation, with Devin making conversation with us and teaching us about our meal. Devin’s food was delicious, and he used as many local ingredients as possible. Our son wants to be a chef, and Devin got him involved with making the dessert. He had so much fun and said he didn’t want the time with Devin to end! This was a memorable meal and we’re so glad we met Devin. We’d definitely consider this option again when visiting SSI, it was a refreshing change from going to a restaurant. Thanks, chef Devin, for a fantastic meal and evening! We wish you much success.
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Kellie C.
29 September 2020
Verified Chef Kat and Team were amazing! From menu selection to our dinner service, Chef did not miss a beat. She accommodated all of our requests and made our birthday celebrations perfect. Don't miss out on her crab cakes - some of the best our group has ever had. We will definitely be utilizing her services on our next visit to SSI.
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Kevin E.
21 December 2019
Verified When I think of in-home catering, a roll of bread from Harris Teeter does not meet my expectation. Sadly, that's how our experience with TasteBuds started and it went downhill from there. Our family was is St.Simmons for a milestone birthday celebration and we spent weeks in communication with Kat about our dinner. We were explicit about not wanting a Lowcountry Boil and that we wanted clams - well, we ended up with a Lowcountry Boil with hard boiled eggs, frozen corn, and a total of 2 crab claws. Disappointing. Kat was 40 minutes late, probably because she was at Harris Teeter buying bread - she said no one could make it better. Really? None of our food has flavor - the crab dip was bland and the pear bites were probably from a grocery store, too. We wish we had ordered take-out.
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Kathleen D.
18 June 2018
Verified Kat did a wonderful job catering three meals for my family when we were visiting Sea Island. I highly recommend her to any families visiting Sea Island or St Simon's Islands.The food was delicious, enjoyed by all and so helpful for us not to worry about dinners.My experience working with Kat from beginning to end was superb!