" I hired Massimo for a special outdoor “Tuscan-style” anniversary group dinner and my guests were completely blown away – the selection, the flavour, the portions, and the entertaining commentary truly made it a night to remember! “From the moment Massimo showed up at our house and started his magic in the kitchen, the house was filled with the aroma of bread and fresh pasta - and the anticipation of the night grew - by the time he had to leave – we honestly felt we’d been away on a very indulgent holiday!”
“Massimo is professional, efficient, and tidy in his offering and insightful with his great recommendations. More than that however, he is incredibly funny, and very patient (he actually taught my daughter how to make/roll handmade pasta as she sat watching him prepare in the kitchen). He is also very relaxed and this mood provided the foundation for the evening and the guests and contributed to an overwhelmingly successful event.”
Susan Gage
We couldn't be more delighted with the outstanding job that you did yesterday Massimo! And Marnee -you outdid yourself as well. Huge amount of work but oh my goodness, what a meal! Such a treat...it was wonderful.
As I said, we cant wait for the next one...
Fran
Massimo, That was an exceptional meal you treated us to last night!!
What a feast. It helped make such a special evening.
Thanks for everything,
Allyson
"Massimo, you have catered 2 of our events to date -an Association Christmas party for 60 and a Pre-Conference dinner party for 15. Both events were spectacular - the food was incredibly delicious and the wine pairing perfect! . You have a wonderful ability to be at home in any kitchen making guests feel they are part of the experience yet at the same time given the 5 star treatment. Your foccachia has become legend within our group. We look forward to our next event!"
Dannette Graham
(President of Canadian Association of Psychoanalytic Child Therapists)
For the first time in 5 years, we set 3 hours at the table for an incredible authentic italian meal. Grazie Massimo
Francesca Lorieri
Massimo, the feast you put on for my husband's 50th family birthday party was spectacular! All 23 of us, adults and children, loved the food, in fact the comment heard more then once, was that people wished they could eat more! Scot loved the gelato and my niece loved having you "help her" make the gnocchi! What a great event! Many thanks for a wonderful family birthday!
Elin Lawrence
We had such a wonderful time last night. the food was some of the best we've ever had and your personalities made the night really fun. I am so glad now that you cleaned up, too! so above and beyond the call of duty but so nice to wake up to. I have already gotten a bunch of emails and calls from the guests saying how much they enjoyed themselves. thank you so much.
best, Kristin
The occasion of my friend's 70th birthday. I wanted something different and exciting. Massimo did not disappoint. He arrived with ALL the food stuff in hand and started cooking. The host stood close by and took notes (and now has some fabulour recipes). Massimo put out a blackboard close to the dinner table with the menu inscribed. it consisted two different foccachios with drinks, followed with a salad of oyster mushrooms over arugula leaves, three "tasting" pastas, leg of lamb, eggplant parmigiano, asparagus, and finally, panna cotta. Massimo served each course, entertaining us with information and stories along the way. It was a superb night. Our guests still talk about it! All the best Massimo. I'm busy giving your name out.
Sally Doulis
Magnifico!! What an amazing experience. Authentic southern Italian cuisine in abundance, cooked using the finest, freshest ingredients, hand selected by the chef himself, cooked with passion in YOUR kitchen, for you and your guests to enjoy in the comfort of your dinning room, all served up with appropriately selected wines! No restaurant could match the experience nor the quantity or quality of the food, and Massimo delivers it all at a fraction of what it would cost in a restaurant, with true Italian flare. Fantastico!! You MUST try it. Your guests and your stomach will thank you.
Dr Mike Rotholz
With a good Italian vino in hand, friends gathered and Massimo cooking up a storm, we managed to escape to Italy in the middle of winter without even leaving home!
On a cold February night, Massimo made his way over and dazzled us with an amazing evening of fabulous tasting food, entertaining preparation, a half dozen new recipes, a few of nonna's secrets and new old world tricks that will keep us ummming and awwwing in our own kitchens for months to come. His love for cooking is contagious as is his Italian zest for life. With the freshest ingredients brought right to your kitchen and an expert to walk you through ever step you can't go wrong with Massimo. I highly recommend the experience to anyone with a love for food, cooking and Italy. Grazi Massimo, grazi mille.
Nicole
"My wife and I asked Massimo to create a Supper Club at our house to which we invited eight good friends. The food, the wine, the energy was palpable. The dinner was large and each course seemed to "up the ante" on the previous dish. The flavours, the freshness of the food, and Massimo's and our guests enthusiasm was unlike anything that could be replicated in a restaurant. I can truly say that I wish I had Massimo in my kitchen every single day!"
John B.
"My company was fortunate enough to have Massimo cater our holiday party for approximately 20 guests last December. But Massimo doesn't really simply "cater" an event. Massimo brings with him a passion for food and service that is contagious. Although it may have started out simply as a holiday dinner, it slowly graduated into a dining event! Each course surpassed the last in terms of flavour, freshness and originality. And the food just wouldn't be the same without Massimo's animated descriptions of each course. He shared what the dish was made of and from which Italian region the recipe originates. From basic, yet bold pastas to a delectable spicy rabbit to some of the best panzarotti I have ever tasted, the food was plentiful and delicious. The only problem with Massimo in your kitchen is that he eventually has to leave."
Nick Kindler, partner of Engine communication
for any jews who might be reading
"Warning: Massimo in your kitchen is like hosting an Italian Passover meal. Instead of brisket and motzah ball soup, you get fresh, homemade pastas, braised rabbit, and other classic Italian dishes. And instead of a Jewish mother asking you to eat, eat, eat, you get Massimo asking if you want more, more more! Tremendous food. And lots of it. Wear pants with an elastic waistband!"
