Chef Boyan Bozhinov

Boyan Bozhinov

Private Chef in Sofia | Modern European & Mediterranean Cuisine

About Me

I am a professional chef and Head Chef with a passion for creating food that combines strong technique, clean flavours and an unforgettable dining experience.

My background includes leading professional kitchens, menu development, food costing, high-volume service and working with modern culinary techniques such as sous-vide and low-temperature cooking.

Over the years, I have learned that great food is not about making things unnecessarily complicated. It is about understanding the ingredient, respecting it and using the right technique to bring out its best qualities.

As a private chef, my goal is to bring the atmosphere and quality of a restaurant directly into your home — while making the experience personal, relaxed and completely tailored to you and your guests.

My Culinary Style

My cooking is inspired mainly by modern European, Mediterranean and contemporary Balkan cuisine, often combined with subtle Asian influences and modern techniques.

I particularly enjoy working with carefully prepared meats, slow cooking, sous-vide, seasonal vegetables, rich sauces and balanced combinations of flavours and textures.

I like dishes that look elegant but still feel generous, comforting and satisfying.

Every menu is created around the occasion, the guests and their preferences rather than forcing the same experience on everyone.

What You Can Expect

For every private dining experience, I take care of the culinary process from beginning to end:

• Personalized menu creation

• Ingredient selection and preparation

• Cooking in your home

• Restaurant-style plating and presentation

• Adaptation for allergies and dietary preferences

• Professional kitchen organization

• Cleaning of the working area after the service

My priority is for you to spend your evening with your guests rather than worrying about what is happening in the kitchen.

My Philosophy

I believe that some of the best dishes are created when patience and precision work together.

Good ingredients deserve time, the correct temperature and careful preparation.

My approach combines traditional culinary foundations with modern techniques to create food that is both familiar and exciting.

“The guest should experience the pleasure of the dish — not the hours of work behind it.”

Ideal Experiences

I would be happy to create a menu for:

• Romantic dinners for two

• Birthdays and anniversaries

• Family dinners

• Dinner parties with friends

• Small private celebrations

• Tasting menus

• Business dinners

• Special occasions at home

Whether you are looking for a relaxed Mediterranean dinner or a more refined multi-course experience, I can create a menu specifically for your event.

Signature Strengths

Modern European Cuisine

Contemporary dishes built around quality ingredients and precise execution.

Meat & Low-Temperature Cooking

Sous-vide and slow-cooking techniques designed to achieve exceptional tenderness, texture and flavour.

Mediterranean Cuisine

Fresh ingredients, herbs, vegetables, seafood and balanced flavours inspired by Southern Europe.

Sauces & Flavour Development

From classic reductions to modern umami-rich sauces and creative flavour combinations.

Personalized Menus

Every experience can be adapted to your preferences, allergies, dietary requirements and the style of your event.

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Chef Boyan Bozhinov

Private Chef • Sofia, Bulgaria