As a professional chef, I've honed my craft for 13 years at some of Philadelphia's most renowned eateries. My culinary expertise spans various cuisines, ensuring the best possible experience for all who dine with me. Whether you need private dinners, catering, personal chef services, or meal preparation, I can help eliminate the burden of entertaining and daily cooking tasks, allowing you to relish life's pleasures. I'm excited to be your go-to chef for your next event. For those interested, I also have experience infusing food with a special herb. Please only contact me if you're genuinely interested in hiring a chef. Thank you.
Event type:
Wedding, Birthday or anniversary party, Dinner party, Corporate event, Bridal or baby shower, Graduation party, Outdoor event, Holiday party, School event, Fundraiser, Funeral
Cuisine(s):
American - casual, American - formal, Italian, Barbecue, Mexican or Latin American, American - Southern, Asian, Mediterranean or Middle Eastern, French, vegan, Indian
Service location:
Remotely
Service Reviews
4.4
36 reviews
Service as described
4.4
Communication
4.4
Punctuality
4.4
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Ryan L.
He was very professional and punctual, and everything went smoothly. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone. I asked him to prepare a Valentine's Day brunch for my girlfriend, and he did an incredible job bringing my vision to life.
March 14, 2023
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Rachel L.
The experience that I had was unparalleled. The food was divine and the menu crafted by the personal chef was simply amazing. To celebrate our 2 year anniversary, he delighted us with his culinary skills by preparing dinner and brunch. I wholeheartedly endorse him as he is not only reasonably priced, but also a great choice.
December 12, 2022
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Jonathan M.
My family and I were delighted by the outstanding Thanksgiving meal prepared by Chef Lumamba. Despite having about 25 guests, which included children and vegetarians, he cooked a sumptuous feast that catered to everyone's dietary needs. Furthermore, his team was incredibly hospitable and polite. Additionally, we had requested servers, and both of them worked tirelessly to ensure that everything ran smoothly. I wholeheartedly endorse Starving Chef Services for all of your event catering needs.
November 26, 2022
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Megan W.
Incredible! Lumumba prepared a 5 course birthday feast for three couples, and working with him was a pleasure right from the start. He came up with thoughtful and creative menu suggestions that accommodated all our dietary restrictions. The food was fantastic - each course was perfect and beautifully presented. Lumumba was professional and engaging throughout the evening. Some of the scrumptious dishes he served included olive oil poached halibut with a pomegranate reduction and a spiced apple cake. We can't recommend him highly enough and can't wait to have him back again!
November 8, 2022
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Ashley T.
Chef L is simply outstanding! He skillfully collaborates with your event's vision and creates a culinary masterpiece. Our team meeting venue provided a splendid kitchen where he created mouth-watering breakfast and lunch dishes. The quality ingredients combined with Chef L's expertise resulted in a tasteful experience with pleasing aesthetics. Not only that, his genuine and cordial approach towards our guests was commendable. It is evident that Chef L is passionate about his work, and his dedication was impeccable. He exceeded our expectations and earned our highest recommendation for your next event.
