2006

"I would like to strongly recommend Chef Mei's services. I lead a very active lifestyle as a working professional and active member in the community. My family is always on the go, but thanks to Mei, we always have gourmet meals available through her innovative techniques on a moments notice. We especially take pleasure in the manner that she plans dishes which compliment my family’s variety of taste differences. She always takes the time to ensure that all prepared dishes are healthy and simultaneously enjoyable for all members of the family. Considering that we have three children and two adults this is no small feat. My wife has special needs as a diabetic, and Mei has found exceptional ways to ensure that the children are not compromised while making diabetic-friendly dishes for my wife. I must say that she has been a blessing to our family and I strongly recommend her services without reservation."
- Craig Archer

"My husband and I have a very busy lifestyle and decided that we wanted to try a chef service to see if this would benefit us. We made some calls and one of them was to Mei Parker with Taste of Home. We met with Ms. Parker and, by the end of the meeting, knew that we wanted to try her service. She discussed our dietary needs and preferences and came up with a sample menu for us to review before finalizing any plans. Ms. Parker then came to our home to prepare the meals and we were extremely pleased with her service, and the meals were absolutely delicious. She also leaves the kitchen in immaculate condition. We couldn’t be happier with the service and the meals. She follows up afterwards to see if everything is to our liking. She is always open to comments about the meals, and there seems to be no end to the diversity of the menus. We would gladly recommend the services of Mei Parker and Taste of Home. You won’t be disappointed and you will have restaurant quality meals that you can prepare in a matter of minutes."
- Joe and Linda Christopher

"Chef Mei was hired to help me with a Bunco Party at my home. The party was for 12 people. Mei was very prepared for the party which immediately impressed me. She made extra efforts to know how to get to my home and she even made a trip the week prior to take a look at my kitchen and assure we had all the serving dishes and necessary items. Mei was extremely accommodating. She even assured that she had little decorations for each of the dishes which just proved even more that she took the time to prepare and plan for the event. During the party Chef Mei assured the food was kept warm or cold and more importantly, fresh. All the food was amazing and everyone continues to comment on what a wonderful job Mei did. She was polite, outgoing and treated everyone very professionally. Her eagerness and willingness to make sure this small event for me was perfect truly speaks to her passion for what she does. The quality of the whole experience was unprecedented! I fully intend on using Chef Mei again for other events and just to buy deserts and tasty treats for friends and family."
- Sharon Lewis

"I was very pleased with the cooking demonstration Chef Mei did for our Cancer Center's Nutrition class.  She was very informative, as well as welcoming to patients and staff who had information to share and/or questions.  The food was flavorful and prepared quickly with ease and skill.  I especially enjoyed her emphasis on the use of fresh, unprocessed ingredients.  We are excited to have her come and cook for our class again soon."
- Courtney Braswell
- Clinical Dietitian

"I recently had the opportunity to attend an interactive dinner party done by Mei for a small group of friends. Mei conducted herself like a professional (if you ever watch the Food Network, you know what I am talking about).  I learned a lot and she answered all our questions from which cutlery or pans to use to where to buy spices, etc.  The food was delicious (and healthy) as well."
- Virginia Goddard

"Chef Mei’s services couldn’t have been more perfect. The food was fantastic and she was amazing. No one could have done a better job catering our Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Chef Mei was thorough and had everything prepared… it was the best tasting food. We couldn’t have done the evening without her."
- Ryan Harrell and Adam Johnson
ARC Design

 2007

"Mei Parker and her exceptional culinary talent made my parents' 50th wedding anniversary a memorably special occasion.  She happily cooperated in crafting a menu that reflected all the places in the world my folks had lived in their 50 years together, cooked it superbly, and served the dinner beautifully.  I can't wait to plan another special party, just so we can see Mei again! "

 - Sarah VanderClute  

Dear Chef Mei,I cannot tell you how pleased I have been to work with you over the holidays. You bring a fresh and unique flavor to your selections and I enjoyed sitting down and discussing menu options with you.  My guests absolutely raved about the food and desserts.  Thank you for helping us to be great hosts!  I look forward to working with you again very soon! Sincerely,Janice & David DickerhoffWoodlake  

"My husband and I are both university professors with very demanding work schedules and little time during the work week to spend with our preschool age daughter.  We are so grateful for the ability to pop in one of Chef Mei’s meals when we get home from work so we can play with our daughter and still have a healthy family meal together.  Chef Mei’s dishes are indispensable to us.  Her meals are incredibly delicious and, as an added benefit, are helping us to expand our palates in ways we didn’t know were possible."  - -Elizabeth Q. DeValve, Ph.D.

" Mei Parker is a wonderful chef.  The food that she prepares is tasty, healthy and unique.  The vegetable sides and salads are always interesting.  We love being introduced to new foods and recipes that I normally would not make.  Mei did a comprehensive evaluation of the foods that my husband and I both like (and they are not always the same.)  If the recipe calls for something that I don’t eat (like olives), then she will put them on the side so my husband can add them to his dish.  I always feel that I am having a healthy, but always delicious meal.  I recommend her services without reservation. " - Kitty Throckmorton

 2008

I have had the good fortune to use Chef Mei to cater several events in the past 2 or 3 years. When it comes to having a meal prepared, Mei Parker is the complete package.  The food is absolutely OUTSTANDING.  The opportunity to actually watch her prepare a meal is a treat too. The food presentation is a visual and olfactory experience of pleasure. Your taste buds are prepared to have an extravaganza that will make them scream with delight.

A formal Chef Mei meal prepared in your home, (I highly recommend) can include a full clean up.When she leaves there is nothing left to do but nibble on the leftovers and enjoy the meal all over again.  If you have a more casual affair, Chef Mei will leave the goodies waiting in your warm oven, just waiting for you to serve (and you can sample while waiting).  Finally, you get Chef Mei Parker, with an absolutely delightful personality that is truly in command in the kitchen.