Chef Vanessa Bayma

Private Chef in Dubai

I have 20 years of experience working in the culinary industry in different positions including Executive Chef, Catering Chef, Manager, and Consultant for my clients in hotels, resorts, yachts, villas, etc. My ambition and curiosity have driven me to discover new aspects to my cooking style and I am always on the lookout for new things. I have an avid passion for fusion but still hold a love for the classics. I have always been fascinated with flavor combinations and experimental cooking to satisfy my clients' palates and specific dietary needs. My dishes reflect all corners of the globe and I strive to bring the best culinary experience to my clients.

For me, cooking is...

More than just food, it is a creative experience.

I learned to cook at...

My passion for cooking was born under my Sicilian grandmother's feet as a child and carried on throughout my professional career.

A cooking secret...

Quality of ingredients and care of preparation. Don't rush the good stuff.

My menus

Veg/Vgn Fusion Menu

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Beetroot Carpaccio, Pickled Onion, Seaweed Caviar, crumbled tofu, Yuzu Drizzle

Kombucha Cured Tomato “Tuna” Tartare, Edamame, Wasabi, Puffed Rice

Brazilian Avocado & Hearts of Palm Salad, Grilled Baby Corn, Sesame Tamari Dressing

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Roasted haikado Butternut Squash & Thyme Gnocchi, Coconut Cream, Crispy Sage

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Miso Marinated Eggplant, Whipped Celeriac Purée, Pomegranate Pearls

DESSERT

All inclusive

Passionfruit Coconut Panna Cotta, Acai Dust, Gold kiss

Canapes and 4 course dinner

STARTER

Choose 3 dishes

Lychee cucumber sesame gazpacho shooter canape

Fig pesto crostini

Micro prawn ceviche crisp

Asian chicken spring rolls

Chicken Coxinha (Brazilian Chicken Coquettes)

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Roasted haikado Butternut Squash & Thyme Gnocchi, Coconut Cream, Crispy Sage

Brazilian Avocado & Hearts of Palm Salad, Grilled Baby Corn, Sesame Tamari Dressing

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Miso Marinated Eggplant, Whipped Celeriac Purée, Pomegranate Pearls

Braised parmesean herb crusted Lamb rack from newzealand with Garlic polenta

Bbq angus ribeye with mango chimichurri - as featured in my mastercard chef class

Lobster linguine (+70 per person)

Bulgolgi marinated ribeye, kimchi, steamed sesame rice

Baked salmon with dill butter cream sauce braised fennel

Brazilian lime spiced seabass filet with fried yucca root

DESSERT

All inclusive

Passionfruit Coconut Panna Cotta, Acai Dust, Gold kiss

Asian fusion sharing

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Beetroot Carpaccio, Pickled Onion, Seaweed Caviar, crumbled tofu, Yuzu Drizzle

Brazilian Avocado & Hearts of Palm Salad, Grilled Baby Corn, Sesame Tamari Dressing

Salmon tiridito with leche de tigre, avocado, and coral tuille

Asian Salad, mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumber, sprouts, shaved almonds, soy ginger dressing

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Roasted haikado Butternut Squash & Thyme Gnocchi, Coconut Cream, Crispy Sage

Mixed Nigiri and Sushi rolls, pickled ginger, wasabi, and soy sauce

Potstickers dumplings (fried or steamed)

Sonomo cucumber salad

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Miso Marinated Eggplant, Whipped Celeriac Purée, Pomegranate Pearls

Miso Cod (+150) per person steamed bokchoi

Miso korean glazed Lamb Rack with beet quinoa and toasted corn

Bulgolgi marinated ribeye, kimchi, steamed sesame rice

Teriyaki salmon and stirfry vegetables

Tepenyaki Teriyaki beef steak brocolli and steamed rice

Chicken Udon stir fry

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Passionfruit Coconut Panna Cotta, Acai Dust, Gold kiss

Tres Leche con matcha Cake

Deconstructed strawberry Cheesecake

Signature Nikkei Brazilian Fusion (plated coursed)

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Beetroot Carpaccio, Pickled Onion, Seaweed Caviar, crumbled feta, Yuzu Drizzle

Brazilian Avocado & Hearts of Palm Salad, Grilled Baby Corn, Sesame Tamari Dressing

Chicken Coxinha (Brazilian Chicken Coquettes)

Salmon tiridito with leche de tigre, avocado, and coral tuille

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Roasted haikado Butternut Squash & Thyme Gnocchi, Coconut Cream, Crispy Sage

Authentic Burratta to share with cherry tomatoes, pine nuts, figs, and Balsamic reduction

Pasta alla Boscaiola (Creamy mushroom, garlic and herb pasta)

Spinach Ravioli with garlic cream sauce

Moqueca Baiana - you know the one ;)

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Miso Marinated Eggplant, Whipped Celeriac Purée, Pomegranate Pearls

Bbq angus ribeye with mango chimichurri - as featured in my mastercard chef class

Braised herb crusted Lamb rack with roasted mixed veg

Lamb shank cordiero with polenta

Seafood paella

Chicken Paella

DESSERT

All inclusive

Passionfruit Coconut Panna Cotta, Acai Dust, Gold kiss

Arabic BBQ - family style

STARTER

Choose 3 dishes

Fatoosh Salad

Hummus

Arabic Pita Bread Basket

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Grilled Eggplant, Onions, and Tomatoes

Grilled 5 spice seasoned Lamb Chops

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Classic Shish tawouk (chicken skewers)

Beef Kebabs with pomegranate Molasses

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Kunafa with pistachio

International BBQ - family style

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Authentic Tomato and Garlic Bruschetta served with garlic crostini

Greek Salad with oregano feta, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and olives

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Roasted Potato, sweet paprika, gherkin, Salad

Seared Angus Steak with ChimiChurri Sauce

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Grilled Chicken Skewers

Grilled Lamb Kofta with Pomegranate Molasses

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Grilled Cinnamon Pineapple, crushed pistachios with Whipped Cream

Nikkei South American Fusion - family style

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Red Quinoa, avocado, cherry tomato, beansprout salad with ginger sesame soy dressing

Chicken Coxinha (Brazilian Chicken Coquettes)

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Red Snapper Ceviche - Red snapper, pineapple, red onion, cucumber, bell peppers

Grilled whole Tiger prawns with mango pico de gallo

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Lamb skewers

Renieta (Bream) Broiled Filets

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Passionfruit Panna Cotta, Caramelized Banana

Central Asian Inspired BBQ - Family Style

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Olivier Salad

Salad Vinaigret (Beetroot Salad)

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Pilmeni with dill sour cream

Grilled Lamb Chops and roasted new potatoes

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Seabass with dill lemon butter served with garlic broccolini

24 hour Marinated Sheshlik Skewers

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Grilled Cinnamon Pineapple, crushed pistachios with Whipped Cream

Show me more

Chef Vanessa's reviews

4.67

•

56 services

This is the second time we’ve used this platform and we’re once again very impressed by the service provided. Chef Vanessa hosted our very special family Christmas. We had 13 guests, so not a small gathering but she really did an amazing job. All courses were delicious and were in line with our initial requirements. She worked to the exact time schedule we requested and she also assisted us with last minute requests with ease. The kitchen was left immaculate and as it was originally found. Vanessa and her team made a traditionally stressful day very relaxing! For that I’m very thankful! We will definitely request her services again in the future!

Incredible! Will definitely use again

Vanessa was brilliant! Definitely use her again. Everything I had hoped for! Well done!

Vanessa was great in presenting the food. She was extremely warm &cordial. I would definitely choose her again and the food tasted amazing.

Chef Vanessa is a talented class act. After booking with her, we exchanged a few Whatsapp messages and had a couple of calls to confirm the menu and service. It could not have been easier. She arrived at our place early and stayed late. Her service was above and beyond. In addition to preparing and serving the food, she took charge of the refreshments - champagne, wine, and water - and even fixed a corked red! At all times, she was delightful - super professional and personable. The food. The food! It was delicious and beautifully presented. She has a strong instinct for timing the courses and gave dynamic descriptions of each throughout the service. She cleaned up and left the kitchen spic n span. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending her to anyone. She made our sit down dinner party of eight very special. Thank you, Chef!

We invited Chef Bayma to our home to celebrate a very special occasion for our family, and we couldn't be happier with our decision. It turned out to be a memorable evening, filled with great conversation and even better food! The dishes were prepared carefully, presented beautifully, and tasted delicious! We tried Chef Bayma's italian menu, and the food was better than we've had at almost any restaurant, except that it was prepared in front of us, with fresh ingredients and Chef Bayma presenting information about each dish that she was preparing. A fantastic experience overall - we look forward to seeing Chef Bayma again soon!

We absolutely loved Chef Vanessas cooking. She explored our requests without hesitation and changed her menu accordingly. Her dishes were unique and delicious at the same time. She was incredible to our group and I’d recommend her services to any of my friends/family without hesitation.

I loved Sabastino Ferlito! He was very attentive. He also explained everything. I liked his personality. He wasnt dry or too busy to communicate or answer questions. A person in our party is pescatarian. Also allergic to shell fish. He accommodated her well. His food was well seasoned. We loved every dish!

Chef Bayma did an amazing job with our in home dinner! She provided a set menu for our stay in Dubai with an Arabian theme. Each dish was explained to us and delicious. She also gave the opportunity to ask questions about recipes during and after the meal. If I’m even back in the Middle East, I would definitely book Chef Bayma again!