The Creative Kitchen

I would break the review into categories: 1. Menu planning - Vishal helped us a lot with this aspect. There were a lot of changes we kept requesting, both in tiny tweaks to the menu and the number of people we were expected. Vishal accommodated all of them. The tastings were mind-blowing as well. At his core Vishal is really an amazing Chef, who really likes to feed people! We, being foodies, were more than happy to eat! 2. Event management - There was never a time we had to ask Vishal to adjust things, or change anything once the event started. Vishal was managing the show and was on top of things. We actually did run into a situation. We underestimated the number of guests by around 45%! I think this is where Vishals professionalism and experience really shined at managing the event. It was a 2 part event, so everything was planned in a way that people won't be hungry and standing in a queue at any time. Vishal was also gracious in re-allocating the portions/plates for his team to feed the guests. All in all, his staff was professional, polite and Vishal was completely managing the show. 3. Food - Last but not the least - the food - finger-licking good! The Chaats were amazing. There were folks from Delhi in the audience, who couldn't get enough of the Chaat, they said it was that good. Vishal, again with his experience in the industry, was able to source an ice-cream flavor nobody in the audience had tasted. It was from West-Bengal, and folks from West-Bengal in the audience absolutely loved it. I don't think there was any guest who missed tasting any dish. Like I mentioned above, Vishal really enjoys feeding people! and it shows from the food. We are total fans!

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I picked Vishal and the team at the Creative Kitchen to cater at the reception of the Wedding. I was absolutely thrilled with the food and the service, more importantly, I received feedback from most of the guests that they absolutely enjoyed the food, the presentation and the service rendered. Initially, I was a little apprehensive about the cost and which is why both me and my wife, along with our families went to a food tasting at Mandi restaurant. All of us were blown away with the taste of the food. Not only the taste but the presentation and the care with which they thought about the dishes. It was absolutely the best catering experience I have witnessed in my life. It wasn't just about the food and service. Vishal and his team interacted with the decorators and the staff at the wedding venue to setup the place with decorations and artifacts so well, it made the entire place look like it was fitting of the event of my wedding. After I learned that his team makes non-Indian dishes as well, we also used his catering services for a large family dinner (about 70 people) which consisted of an International theme of Thai, Italian, Mexican and European food. That was indeed a huge hit! All in all, in short, I very strongly recommend Vishal and his team at The Creative Kitchen to cater for any event (small or big). Initially, he does come across as expensive, but please do remember you are paying for more than just the food, you're paying for memories as well. Please contact me if you have questions about them.

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Vishal and his team were awesome and very creative & innovative dishes were served. Amazing arrangements and he was always around to take care of the guests. All our guests at our sons wedding in Tamarind tree were very happy with the new variety of food. Thanks again Vishal.

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Vishal was absolutely great and ?really delivered? at my daughter?s wedding held at Tamarind Tree. Leading to the two-day event, he was always available and accommodative of our wishes whilst always providing experience based suggestions on not just the menu but also on its presentation style/location and food counter decorations giving attention to details. Initially, I was a little apprehensive about the interfaces that needed to be managed viz. with the morning caterer and other contractors like the decorator/furnishings etc. ? he had promised me that he will cooperate/manage and true to his word and thanks to the other caterer/contractors, the interfaces were indeed seamless ? a pleasant surprise. His food was exquisite and was served in such great style that I was credited for the detailed planning/setup by my guests, compliments that should have been directed towards Vishal!. He took very good care of my guests and most importantly the young couple and the hosts (ourselves)!. As the couple moved around, preoccupied with meeting/greeting guests, he ensured that he had dedicated staff close to them at all times (but at the right distance) so that they were not only well fed & hydrated but that they did not miss out any of the delicious food going around which was regularly brought to them freshly made in small quick bite portions. Throughout both the evenings, he positioned himself such that he was never out of my glance and if I needed anything, all I had to do was signal ? he would be there by my side within moments from across the gathering! We enjoyed great service leaving little or nothing to chance. Thank you, Vishal. I am looking forward to engaging him for my 2nd daughter?s wedding in years to come!!!.

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"Amazing" would be just understatement if I just use that to describe the experience we had with "The Creative Kitchen". They are not just caterers, in fact they act more like a collaborator in truly enhancing the entire event experience for your guests and you. Vishal's professionalism and creative ideas are extraordinary. With "Creative Kitchen" by your side "food" is more of a "fun gastronomic experience" than just something to fill your tummy. Vishal was there all day long as a friend helping us enhance the whole experience for our guests. The food was yummy, innovative and not something that you find in every party. The virgin bar was a huge hit among the guests. If you want to give your guests a true and amazing gastronomic experience, go creative by choosing "The Creative Kitchen" as the catering partner for your event. Thank you Vishal and the entire team of the Creative Kitchen for making our wedding a truly yummy memorable experience :)

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