Hi, I’m Lucia, 36 years old, Italian living in Sydney for over 9 years. Been working as a private chef for the last 9 years, mostly for private clients and on yachts but also comfortable with catering and cooking demos. Specialised in Mediterranean and middle eastern cuisine with a special eye for healthy and organic recipes. Comfortable with paleo, keto etc

For me, cooking is...

Cooking is loving unconditionally and generously

I learned to cook at...

I’ve learnt to cook in my family, through cooking courses, travels and also by working in several restaurants and catering companies.

A cooking secret...

Using seasonal ingredients and meditate daily to stay calm and positive in a very stressful and tiring environment.

My menus

Japanese healthy menu

STARTER

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Snapper sashimi with soy sauce, fried spring onions and edible flowers

Japanese potato croquettes with herbs and mayo

Salmon sashimi with ponzu dressing

Mixed seafood platter with wild salmon and tuna sashimi served with soy sauce dipping sauce, Japanese mayo and wasabi

Tuna tartare with avocado, black sesame, spring onions, ginger and seaweed

FIRST COURSE

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Japanese potato salad with herbs, mayo and ponzu dressing

Soba noodles salad with teriyaki salmon and mixed asian greens with soy dressing

Buckwheat noodles beef soup with ginger, spring onions and herbs

Salmon teryaki served with Japanese greens and miso glazed carrots

Chicken and tofu noodle soup

South Japan chicken curry served with basmati rice

Vegetables tempura

Prawn tempura

MAIN COURSE

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Octopus salad with oriental mushrooms and wasabi (need to check availability of octopus, can replace with prawns or wild salmon)

Chicken teryaki served with sautéed Japanese greens

Crunchy pork belly with ramen

DESSERT

All inclusive

Vegan chocolate soil and coconut yogurt parfait with fresh berries and dark chocolate drizzle

Green tea ice cream with butter cookies

Japanese cheese cake served with berries

Matcha ice cream with almond cookies and berries

French regional cuisine menu

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Delicate mussel soup with sourdough croutons

Leeks, asparagus and camembert quiche

Caramelised endive and goat chèvre tarte tatine

Leeks, asparagus and camembert mini quiche

Goat cheese, cream and fig mini tarts

Assorted cheese and breads board (brie, chèvre, blue cheese served with baguette, fig jam and artichokes

Asparagus in almond and goat cheese crust with lemon zest, thyme and white pepper

Savoury crepes with three mushrooms, white sauce and brie

FIRST COURSE

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Tartiflette with potatoes, cheese and onions (from the French Alps)

Celeriac and Jerusalem artichokes bake with white sauce and note of nutmeg

Pumpkin and potato layered bake with manchego, rosemary and thyme

Onion soup with buttered sourdough croutons and white wine

Delicate mussels soup with home made sourdough croutons, parsley, lemon rind and crunchy garlic (southern France dish)

Pumpkin crumble with notes of nutmeg, cream and crunchy savoury topping with crumbs, thyme and parmesan

MAIN COURSE

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Ling fillet in white wine and cherry tomato sauce with crunchy onions (Provence style)

Beef Bourguignon

Crab croquettes with potato, crab meat and panic breadcrumbs served on mixed leaves salad

Deep sea perch with fresh cherry tomato sauce, black olives and crunchy capers

Chicken breast with butter, capers and lemon sauce

DESSERT

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Classic apple Tarte Tatin served with vanilla ice cream

Cherry Clafoutis served with double cream

Creme brûlée

Pineapple Tarte tatin served with vanilla ice cream and edible flowers

Chocolate mousse with fresh berries and edible flowers

Italian riviera feast

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Potato and white fish croquettes with chives and parsley

Assorted bruschetta plate with strawberry and black olives, cherry tomato and lemon, goat caprino and caramelised endive toppings

Potato croquettes with fontina and Parmesan (fried)

Stuffed zucchini flowers with ricotta and mozzarella (baked) (based on availability of produce)

Savoury crostata with home made shortcrust, spinach, ham, cream and leeks

Asparagus in almond and pecorino crust with lemon zest, thyme and white pepper

Delicate mussels soup with home made sourdough croutons, parsley, lemon rind and crunchy garlic

Mushrooms/Pumpkin/Spinach and mozzarella mini arancini with thyme and breadcrumbs (fried)

Quinoa arancini with zucchini, leeks, provolone, semi dry tomato and fresh herbs

Spinach and rice crumb balls with lemon rind and pine nuts served on tomato sauce with basil and oregano

Assorted charcuterie and breads board (salami, mortadella, prosciutto served with focaccia, olives) (can be made kosher)

Spinach, bread and ricotta balls with mozzarella heart, oregano and onions

FIRST COURSE

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Caprese salad with buffalo mozzarella, fried basil and lemon oil

Pumpkin crumble with notes of nutmeg and crunchy savoury topping with crumbs, thyme and parmesan

Parmigiana di melanzane (vegetarian) with eggplants, tomato sauce, mozzarella and parmesan cheese

Pumpkin and potato lasagna (no pasta) with Asiago, rosemary and thyme

Eggplant balls with pine nuts, sultanas and parmesan served with home made fresh pesto sauce

Eggplant, zucchini and pumpkin bake with cashew cheese, home made tomato sauce and basil leaves (Vegan)

Potato cake with fontina, goat feta, cream, white pepper, nutmeg and Parmesan

Egg spaghetti with cherry tomatoes, basil pesto and mixed roasted seeds

Penne with vodka and cherry tomato sauce with crunchy onions and parmesan flakes

Roasted eye fillet served with Dutch carrots, spinach and crunchy potatoes

Risotto with porcini, assorted seasonal fresh mushrooms, shallots, parsley and parmesan

Spaghetti with zucchini flowers, chilli, garlic and walnuts

Radicchio salad with crunchy capers, maple candied walnuts, parmesan flakes, white balsamic dressing

Red and yellow cabbage salad with olives, pecorino and balsamic dressing

Rosemary and garlic slow roasted potatoes

Stuffed eggplants with quinoa, tomato and provolone

MAIN COURSE

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Ling fillet in white wine and cherry tomato sauce with crunchy onions

Veal scaloppina with capers and white wine

Chicken spezzatino with cherry tomato, capers and olives (super good)

Chicken and apricot stew with carrots, vanilla and white wine

Spaghetti marinara with snapper, salmon, mussels, crunchy garlic and fresh parsley (very popular)

Chicken lemon scaloppine with butter, capers and lemon juice (very popular)

Deep sea perch with fresh cherry tomato sauce, black olives and crunchy capers

Deep sea perch with white wine reductions, capers, butter and lemon sauce

Potato and fish lasagna with salmon, snapper, slice potatoes, home made besciamella with chives, parmesan and breadcrumbs

Lamb cutlets with garlic, thyme, rosemary and breadcrumb crust

Pumpkin and smoked mozzarella pasta bake with home made besciamella (white sauce), chilli and ricotta

Eggplant, pumpkin and zucchini vegetarian lasagna with mozzarella, white sauce and tomato

Chicken parmigiana with cherry tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil and parmesan

Slow cooked lamb stew with peas, leeks, white wine and herbs

DESSERT

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Home made biscotti with vanilla ice cream

Hazelnut cake with dark chocolate served with berries

Chocolate crostata served with ice cream

Sbriciolata cake (custard based tart with home made pastry and crumble top)

Vegan chocolate soil and coconut yogurt parfait with fresh berries and dark chocolate drizzle

Dark chocolate and coffee caprese cake served with cream, edible flowers and red fruits

White chocolate and lemon caprese cake with olive oil and vanilla served with mixed berries and chocolate curls

Tiramisu with dark chocolate, mascarpone, 70%dark chocolate and orange rind

Chef Lucia's reviews

4.43

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Chef Lucia was incredible overall! She was very communicative through the entire process, presented beautiful options for a family style menu, was very accommodating to our guests' dietary needs, offering a variety of selections. She was punctual in arriving and preparing our delicious meal and all our guests enjoyed the meal. On top of it, she went completely above and beyond by also serving the meal and thoroughly cleaning the kitchen after. We have booked her for another event!

I would highly recommend Lucia as a chef be at home or function set up. My wife and I celebrated or 43rd Wedding Anniversary in the comfort of our home and could honestly say that choosing Lucia made it a culinary experience offering an extensive menu selection.

Lucia's menu was wonderfully planned and executed. Her attention to detail made the birthday party enjoyable.

Lucia was just fabulous! Her food was amazing and she really catered to our specific needs. She was genuinely wanting us to have the best experience and to enjoy her food and was all about picking high quality produce. I would highly recommend Lucia and will definitely be recommending her to friends and family.