Private Chef in Iqaluit
Rent one of our 16 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Iqaluit
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Iqaluit in October 2023, more than 16 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Iqaluit and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Nunavut.
Starting in 2023, 220 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Iqaluit. To book your chef in Iqaluit, just share your event details in our form. Receive proposals from top chefs and chat with them until you find your match.
Up until today, our chefs have shared 32 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 1,540 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.57 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 220 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Iqaluit usually book menus around 214.5 CAD per person, including 4.98 courses, sharing an average of 4.24 messages with their chefs. If you've never had a chef at home but want to add an extra spice to your next celebration, just rent a chef in Iqaluit.












How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dream meal, including type of cuisine, preferences, and intolerances.
Receive menu proposals
Our chefs will design menus based solely on your wants and needs.
Get chatty with your chefs
Don't be shy about exchanging some messages with your chefs until your perfect menu is ready!
Book your experience
Once you are happy with your choice, submit your payment to secure your experience.
Enjoy!
All there is left to do is count down the days till your culinary experience begins!
More than 200 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.73 Chef
The guests in Iqaluit have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.73.
4.54 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Iqaluit received an average score of 4.54.
4.62 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.62 average score.
4.66 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Iqaluit has been scored with a 4.66 on average.
32 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Iqaluit
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Hamachi crudo with blood orange, daikon, yuzu, serrano
Hokkaido scallop crudo with yuzu beurre blanc
Tuna tataki with ponzu, sesame and shiso
Miso brown butter gnocchi with crispy pancetta
Miso truffle risotto with wild mushrooms
Udon carbonara
Miso black cod, charred leeks, roasted maitake mushrooms, daikon puree
Soy glazed beef striploin with tokyo chimichurri
Matcha & coconut semifreddo with white chocolate-yuzu ganache
Matcha creme brulee
Black sesame panna cotta with passionfruit
Miso caramel blonde with white chocolate drizzle
Salmon tartar on crispy rice with jalapeno and avocado
Wild mushroom arancini with mushroom-shoyu puree
Shrimp tempura with sweet soy glaze and watermelon radish
Gochujang beef tartar with rice crisps
Mini bao bun with braised beef short ribs
Creamy miso spaghetti with cured meat
Soy marinated steak with maitake mushroom
Asian style slow braised beef ribs with bone marrow gremolata
Herb crusted black cod with miso sabayon and watercress coulis
Macha basque cheesecake with berry compote
Jasmine panna cotta with fresh tropical fruit mix, yuzu honey, macha dust, and sesame tuile
Macha tiramisu- layered matcha-infused mascarpone cream, espresso-saoked sponge, and white chocolate dust
Assorted fresh oysters ( shucking your home ) *share plate
Bruschetta ( fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic on bread ) *share plate
Mushroom puff pastry bites ( mushrooms, shallot, garlic, thyme, parsley, cheese, grain mustard ) *share plate
( salad ) organic greens, green apple, walnuts, shaved asiago, pommery mustard vinaigrette
( soup ) roasted pepper cream soup ( red pepper, onion, cream )
Chilean sea bass / pan seared ( market vegetables, edamame geen sauce )
Chicken supreme ( stuffed mushroom, spinach, goat cheese, market vegetables )
Lobster risotto ( risotto, tomato, basil, shallot, wine, garlic, truffle oil, topped with asparagus )
Ny striploin steak ( aaa striploin, market vegetable, red wine sauce ) *halal
( halal meat ) chicken supreme ( stuffed mushroom, spinach, goat cheese, market vegetables ) *no cheese ok
( halal meat ) roast duck breast with vegetable medley
( halal meat ) veal milanese ( breaded veal chop, topped w / arugola & tomato sauce )
Mushroom risotto ( risotto, wild mushrooms, shallot, wine, garlic, truffle oil, topped with asparagus and grilled peppers. )
Créme brulée / fruit, caramel sauce
Matcha tiramisu
Basque cheese cake
Cheesecake & fruit
Warm canele / black sesame ice cream
Braised pork belly seared scallops garden pea risotto
Roasted beetroot whipped goat cheese balsamic mousse
Tomato basil mousse creamy balsamic served wit sea salt and rosemary crusted fresh focaccia
Grilled prawns sweet corn risotto
Fresh tuna tar tar avocado mango wonton chip
Roasted figs stuffed with whipped goat cheese truffle honey vinaigrette
Beef tenderloin potato pave sous vide butter infused lobster tail, shaved asparagus red wine reduction
Saddle of lamb sweet potato asparagus dijon rosemary reduction
Grilled seabass cauliflower mousse tomato caper butter prawn cocktail
Kubota pork chop potato fondant apple rosemary white wine reduction caramelized vegetable
Beef tenderloin potato pave , shaved asparagus red wine reduction
Spinach and brie stuffed chicken cauliflower mousse roasted vegetable dijon thyme pan jus
Chocolate lava cake, chantiilly cream, table side ice cream raspberry compote
Orange infused crème brûlée
Sticky toffee pudding warm caramel chantilly cream
Fresh raspberry, new york style cheesecake
White and dark chocolate raspberry mousse bomb
Bruschetta al pomodoro (italy) – toasted bread with fresh & roasted tomatoes, basil, and garlic
Pissaladière bites (france) – mini tartlets with caramelized onions, brie, & olives
Spanakopita triangles (greece) – phyllo pastry filled with fire roasted peppers and feta cheese
Patatas bravas bites (spain) – crispy potatoes with spicy tomato sauce & aioli lemon
Briouats (morocco) – crispy filo pastries stuffed with spiced lamb & cheese
Gambas al ajillo (spain) – garlic shrimp with chilli, parsley, olive oil
Meatballs in yogurt & spicy tomatoes (turkey) – slow-cooked beef and pork meatballs
Falafel balls with tahini dip (israel/turkey/morocco) – crispy chickpea fritters with lebanese tahini sauce
Lahmacun (turkey) – thin flatbread with spiced minced & spiced meat - *can be done vegetarian
Salade niçoise (france) – tuna, olives, potatoes, eggs, and anchovies with dijon dressing
Caprese salad (italy) – fresh mozzarella imported from italy, cherry tomatoes, and basil drizzled with balsamic glaze
Zaalouk (morocco) – smoky eggplant and tomato dip with cumin and olive oil
Sigara börek (turkey) – crispy rolled pastries filled with feta cheese & fresh herbs
Osso buco (italy) – slow-braised veal shank with gremolata (side: saffron risotto)
Moussaka (greece) – layered eggplant, ground meat, and béchamel (side: greek salad) - *can be done vegetarian with potatoes instead of meat
Paella valenciana (spain) – jus-infused rice with grilled chicken, vegetables, & aioli lemon (side: green salad) - *can be done vegetarian
Tagine de poulet aux citrons (morocco) – chicken with preserved lemon, herbs & olives (side: couscous)
İskender kebab (turkey) – sliced doner meat over in house made pita with tomato sauce, sumac, onion, & greens (side: yogurt)
Melanzane alla parmigiana (italy) – grilled & fried eggplant with tomato sauce, pesto, & parmesan reggiano
Adriatic fish (greece) - white fish grilled and served with kalamata olive, cherry tomatoes, garlic & herbs sauce with roasted provencal potatoes
Wild mushroom risotto (italy) - 3 types of seasonal mushrooms sautéed and cooked with italian arborio rice, served with parmesan and herbs
Crème brûlée (france) – classic french rich custard cream topped with torched sugar & served with berries
Almonds & cherries cake (france) - almonds sponge cake, honey yogurt cremieux, wild preserved cherries, & fresh mint
Amaretto & chocolate (italy) - taste chocolate fudge, white chocolate amaretto & berries (gluten free)
Almond panna cotta (italy) - made with almond milk, served with toasted almonds and coulis of seasonal berries
Charcuterie & cheese board
Mini caprese skewers - cherry tomato, bocconcini, basil, balsamic glaze
Tuna tartare on crispy rice with avocado, shiso
Mushroom arancini with black garlic aioli, maldon salt
Roasted sweet potato rounds with goat cheese and pomegranate
Braised beef short rib, pomme puree, roasted broccolini
Herb-crusted salmon with lemon beurre blanc and roasted asparagus
Roasted chicken supreme with miso beurre blanc and garlic mash
Crème brulee
Tiramisu cups
Basque cheesecake, cherry compote
White chocolate yuzu mousse
Cranberry and goats cheese salad
Jalapeño corn bread with honey and maple glaze
Chicken wings , maple hot sauce glaze
Classic caesar salad
Arugula salad with grilled peaches , honey lemon vinaigrette, feta cheese
Charcuterie board with condiments
Whole roast turkey with stuffing , mash potatoes, cranberry sauce, brussels sprouts, roasted carrots
Peppercorn roasted prime rib of beef , roast potatoes, broccolini, carrots , beef jus
Slow cooked leg of lamb, anchovy butter sauce, potato puree, grilled white cabbage, roast carrots
Slow roast strip loin, beef jus, doused vegetables, roast new potatoes
Apple pie with vanilla bean ice cream
Pumpkin pie with ginger whipped cream
Strawberry and rhubarb pie citrus custard
Red velvet cake with vanilla cream
Arancini - crispy saffron risotto balls with cheese/ragu filling served with yogurt and pomegranate molasses
Carpaccio di manzo (thinly sliced, high-quality beef tenderloin, elegantly served raw with mustard sauce, crostini, and capers)
Burrata with walnut pesto, luxurious duck prosciutto, arugula and figs
Hamachi crudo with orange gel, yogurt sauce, radicchio rosa, blood orange, fresno chili, pomegranate seeds
Cacio e pepe -classic roman pasta with pecorino and black pepper
Tagliatelle al ragù (beef ragu and fresh homemade pasta)
Spaghetti ai frutti di mare - seafood linguine with prawns, scallops, and clams
Wild mushroom risotto with truffle oil
Chicken cacciatora ravioli with carbonara foam, jus and italian kale sauce
Tomahawk steak (sharing) with red wine jus and roasted rosemary potatoes
Herb crusted black cod with sicilian caponata(eggplant,tomatoes,capers,pine nuts,olives)
Mediterranean rack of lamb or roasted boneless leg of lamb (for large parties), served with bone marrow mint salsa verde, red beet hummus, seasonal vegetables, and a yogurt sauce
Basque cheesecake with berry compote
Classic tiramisu
Classical crème brûlée
Millefoglie al pistacchio – crispy layers of caramelized puff pastry filled with creamy sicilian pistachio custard and mascarpone, topped with crushed pistachios and a light dusting of powdered sugar
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.








Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Iqaluit.
What does a private chef service include in Iqaluit?
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Iqaluit?
The price of renting a chef in Iqaluit can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 183 CAD to 226 CAD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 183 CAD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 183 CAD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 206 CAD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 226 CAD per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
How can I hire a private chef in Iqaluit?
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
How can I find a private chef near me?
There are currently 16 chefs available in Iqaluit. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Iqaluit who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service?
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Does the chef cook at my house?
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Can I cook along with the chef?
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Are the ingredients fresh?
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
How much should I tip my private chef in Iqaluit?
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
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How many chef services are booked in Iqaluit each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Iqaluit, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Iqaluit.
Cost of a private chef in Iqaluit
The cost of hiring a private chef in Iqaluit can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 183 CAD to 226 CAD per person.
For 13 people or more: 183 CAD
For 7 to 12 people: 183 CAD
For 3 to 6 people: 206 CAD
For 2 people: 226 CAD.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Iqaluit?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Iqaluit: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Chef's special, but you can have anything you want (our surprise menu will cover that!).
Beyond these six types of cuisine, our private chefs personalize diverse menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Our private chefs can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction and suggest other cuisines or fusion dishes. Submit your request and hire a chef in Iqaluit!






Talk to our chefs in Iqaluit
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Iqaluit? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Iqaluit, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.










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