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The Tahoe Dinner Bell was born out of a love for creating amazing organic food and sharing it with friends and family. When the dinner bell rings, you know something delicious is coming to the table!
This “Mom and Pop” business is anything but typical. We work with all kinds of clients, from cozy dinners to big events and special celebrations. Plus, we like to keep things fun with unique offerings like ice sculptures, and in-home cooking lessons.
Our goal is simple: to bring incredible food and unforgettable memories to everyone we serve. For us, it’s all about connecting with people and sharing our passion. We love making people smile—whether it’s with a full heart, a happy belly, or both—and we’re proud to be the highlight of your vacation or special occasion!
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Chef Nicholas Hernandez
Chef Nicholas is an award-winning pro in the kitchen and a talented ice sculptor. Born and raised in Westchester, New York, with Puerto Rican and Italian roots, he now calls the Reno/Tahoe area home, serving clients near and far.
Cooking has been in his blood from the start. He started working in kitchens at just 13 years old and quickly discovered his love for creating flavorful dishes with flair. That passion drove him to earn a degree in Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management from a prestigious SUNY Culinary School, where he graduated with top honors and plenty of accolades to his name.
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The ACF (American Culinary Federation)
While studying at the State University of New York at Delhi, Nicholas racked up wins in both individual and team competitions. As captain of a championship team, he led them to Nationals, competing at the prestigious Marriott World Center in Orlando, Florida.
Nicholas not only met but exceeded his goals as a culinary competitor and ice sculptor. Along the way, he worked with many talented professionals through the ACF, helping him grow into the chef he is today.
After graduating, he competed in another major culinary event at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, where he was honored to be one of only four students in the U.S. representing the East Coast in the Student Culinarian of the Year competition.
We are a small, family-run business, and we owe our success and way of life to the unwavering support of our loyal clients. Every booking is deeply personal to us, and we pour our hearts into thoughtfully crafting your menu to make your experience truly special.
Each meal is lovingly prepared, and it brings us immense joy to know that by choosing us, you’re directly supporting our family’s dreams and livelihood.
From the bottom of our hearts, we sincerely thank our cherished clients and look forward to welcoming new faces into our journey.
