Netzero Ranch

edding. The food was locally sourced and seasonal. We received tons of complements from our guests on how great the food was. Not only was Kualani easy to communicate and plan the menu with, she was always responsive to our questions and remained flexible and accommodating when special dietary restrictions were needed. Additionally, Kualani was very prepared; she and her team set everything up the day before to make the wedding day seamless and stress-free. I would highly recommend Kualani and her team.

nding us on how good the food was. Let me take through the journey chef kualani took us. We had tamales and fresh bruscetta for our cocktail hour. Our Mexican American family were presently surprised as they are harsh critics of all Mexican food. For our dinner the salads we had where Devine. I remember forgoing pictures to get seconds. The corn risotto, I still have dreams of it. And I was so afraid of having barbecue items because I was afraid I'd spill but the chicken and the ribs where Devine specially with the sauce. I'm glad we where able to find her. It makes us look back with a smile when we see the food pictures from our wedding.

d I am endlessly grateful that we did because the entire process could not have been more perfect. From the very beginning, Kualani was incredibly warm, communicative, and endlessly accommodating. She was open to any requests we had but also came up with the most unbelievable seasonal menu for the dinner (because I had no idea where to start). Dealing with her was a pleasure each and every time and she helped me go through all the details so that nothing was forgotten. And the dinner…. THE DINNER. The food was absolutely incredible. I’m still thinking about her spring pea soup with truffle oil. Every course was fantastic. But Kualani is not just a chef, she is a true hostess. She and her partner Richard came in to our AirBnb and handled literally EVERYTHING. She brought beautiful plates and flatware so we didn’t have to rely on the AirBnb’s stash. She decorated the table. She even made my niece a grilled cheese sandwich while she was prepping. And then, at the end of one of the best meals of my life, they cleaned everything up and left the kitchen better than they found it. Having worked in restaurants and catering for many years, I know first-hand that chefs are not always hospitable. It is a completely different skillset and it’s the reason restaurants need a front-of-house staff. But Kualani is the rare exception that is truly capable of curating a perfect evening. She has the most amazing energy and could not have been happier with our entire experience. The dinner absolutely made my mother’s birthday and I cannot recommend her highly enough.

d responsibly sourced (local NM beef, salmon flown in from the NW). Ku was a joy to work with as well; she brought a calm, positive, and welcoming energy throughout the weekend, always reminding us that she could accommodate whatever we needed while working in our space. The whole process was collaborative as well and Ku kept us in the loop at every turn. I was heavily involved in the creation of the menu and was even invited to taste test the sauces the day before the ceremony as Ku prepped with her team. Ku was also extremely organized, knowing just how to time everything, how to serve efficiently, and even had her team set up our event space - this wasn't her first rodeo! I'm not just being hyperbolic when I say that this was one of the best meals I have ever eaten, seriously, which was nice given that it was my wedding day :) 11/10 would hire again and also I just want to be Kualani's friend. What a wonderful spirit. Thanks for everything!!

tation was simple and elegant . If you need a caterer in northern New Mexico Ku is the BEST !

t the food they were serving. Everything was fresh, local, and responsibly sourced. The various sauces (green sauce, wow!) were the star of the show and she spent all day curating them and even letting the groom taste test :) Thank you Kualani and team for an unforgettable meal!

ny. All dietary restrictions were honored and her and her team cleaned up after themselves, leaving the kitchen at Leaping Deer Ranch spotless! If you are looking for a chef who not only cooks creatively and deliciously, but is also wonderful to work with, Kualani is your person!