Private Chef in San Andrés
Rent one of our 12 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in San Andrés
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in San Andrés in October 2018, more than 12 Private Chefs have joined our platform in San Andrés and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Providencia y Santa Catalina, Departamento de Archipiélago de San Andrés.
Starting in 2018, 22,355 guests have already enjoyed a chef in San Andrés. To book your chef in San Andrés, 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 3,663 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 4,446 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.74 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 22,355 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in San Andrés usually book menus around 62,128.4 USD per person, including 4.59 courses, sharing an average of 4.42 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 San Andrés.












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!
12 Private Chefs in San Andrés
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More than 22,300 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.52 Chef
The guests in San Andrés have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.52.
4.85 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in San Andrés received an average score of 4.85.
4.74 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.74 average score.
4.85 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in San Andrés has been scored with a 4.85 on average.
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3,663 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in San Andrés
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Anillos de calamar en tempura acompañas con salsa tártara y cascos de limon
Tataki de salmón en salsa teriyaki
Wonton de pollo en mermelada de tomate y crema de aguacate
Sprint roll de vegetales y cerdo con salsa oriental
Croqueta de papa rellena con cerdo en cerveza negra y salsa de pimentón asado
Bocado de camarón en salsa agridulce sobre tostada de galleta de maiz
Ramen de lomo a la pimienta, col china y vegetales
Arroz oriental en frutos de mar, pan de corteza
Costilla de cerdo char siu acompañado por arroz de alga nori y camarones
Tarta de manzana en masa flora, virutas de chocolate y gel de cerezas
Mousse cremoso de café sobre bizcocho de avellanadas y glaseado de chocolate
Crema catalana en ralladura de limón
Special bruschettas
Crispy rice with mushrooms and chesse sauce
Roasted eggplant caponata
Toast with antipasto
Capressa salad
Special panzerotti
Beef carpaccio
Frittata
Special pizzetas
Mix lasagna chicken and beef
Tonnato vitello
Bistecca alla fiorentina
Mushroom risotto with bistecca
Porchetta
Chef´s ravioles
Panna cotta
Cannoli
Genovesa
Tiramisu
Shrimp cocktail
Fish ceviche caribbean style
Tacos with beef o chicken and mexican sauce
Banana and cassava chips
Crispy sushi rice tuna tataki japanese mayonnaise asian salad
Basket plantain with garlic shrimps
Mashed potatoes or potato hulls sautèed with garlic
Coconut rice or white rice
Roasted tomatoes
Wok vegetables
Eggplant roll
Beff tenderloin with black pepper sauce or chimichurri
Fried fish caribbean style
Roasted chicken
Pork ribs bbq
Chocolate cake
Alfajores
Creeme brulee
Guava sheese cake and typical sweet
Tres leches cake
Octopus tentacles in chimichurri, on creamy green plantain purée and pico de gallo
Green banana cayeye, grilled octopus in chimichurri, and mango viche pico de gallo
Blood sausage wrapped in blanched bell pepper with cilantro and cashew pesto
Beef loin stuffed with mushrooms and nuts, red wine sauce, native potato purée, and house salad
Filet mignon, grilled asparagus, and native potato purée with blue cheese
Lobster tails in butter on creamy mushroom rice (extra cost, please inquiry)
Chocolate volcano
Hazelnut tiramisu with white chocolate mousse
Piña colada mousse on almond cookie and red fruit sauce
"cartagena bay" shrimp ceviche with coconut milk and mandarin lime
"bora bora" premium seafood casserole in coconut broth
“posta negra” – slow-cooked beef in panela sauce with sweet plantain purée and pickled salad
Cassava cake (enyucado) with coastal cheese ice cream and mango sauce
Mini fried arepas stuffed with egg and served with coastal sour cream
Classic caribbean fish and spicy soup
Red snapper with coconut rice and green plantain chips
Traditional cassava and coconut cake with warm panela syrup
Caribbean seafood ceviche
Sea bass tartare
Special shrimps ceviche, roasted pineapple and chips plantains
Fish cream with crispy fish and salmon skin powder
Baby banana puree, garlic crab roasted yellow banana and sweet and sour shrimp
Special fish soup
Coconut breaded prawns
Fish and tiger prawn duo mashed cassava wrapped vegetables with spinach and garlic butter
Caribean style lobster risotto
Seafood casserole
Fried fish, coconut rice, avocado salad and tostones
Creamy rice with octopus
Cassava cake with ice cream
Coconut trilogy
Guava sheese cake and typical sweet
Rice pudin with cinnamon and raisins
Artisanal fillo dough spanakopitas* feta cheese and organic spinach
Cold fermented vegetable focaccia filled with green pesto emulsion, tatsoi, spanish chorizo and gruyère cheese
Ricotta cheese dip cranberries, pistachios and toasted pecans, honey, serrano ham and ciabatta bread
Flower forest: micro vegetables glazed in balsamic and honey on a spinach sauce and sourdough bread
Mezclum, celery, roasted almonds, green apple greek yogurt, mustard and parmesan vinaigrette
Mezclúm, dates, toasted almonds, blueberries, tangerine wedges, pearl tomatoes labneh vinaigrette with old mustard
Grilled eggplant, dried tomatoes, blue cheese cream, candied almonds, argula and basil vinaigrette
Grilled prawns* in black beer and white wine on a bed of garlic butter, parsley and cilantro with yellow potato balls dipped in spiced parmesan, stuffed with blue cheese and gruyere
Fagottini pera e gorgonzola with lemon veal: fresh pasta filled with a mixture of pears, blue cheese, feta cheese, nutmeg, and parmesan, served with a cream, dill, and fennel sauce, accompanied by veal in a butter and lemon sauce
Risotto ai funghi with baked pork porchetta: risotto with truffle oil and baybell mushrooms and slices of baked porchetta
Soutzoukakia smyrneika and kolokithokeftedes: elongated meatballs made with spiced minced meat in a san marzano tomato sauce, accompanied by grated zucchini croquettes mixed with fresh herbs, onion, and feta cheese
Lamb or veal fatteh: pieces of toasted pita bread topped with chickpeas, yogurt sauce, almonds, roasted eggplant, lamb or veal, and mint
Afelia accompanied by wrinkled potatoes with mojo: pork marinated in red wine with coriander seeds, slow-cooked, accompanied by boiled yellow potatoes served with mojo, a canarian sauce made with olive oil, garlic, and paprika
Almond biscotti, dark chocolate mousse and candied almonds
Portokalopita* orange pie, greek yogurt and filo pasta
Traditional pistachio baklava* in artisanal filo dough
Black forest chocolate cake filled cherries cream
Raspberry and lemon creme anglaise tartlets
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 San Andrés.
What does a private chef service include in San Andrés?
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 San Andrés?
The price of renting a chef in San Andrés 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 51,894 USD to 69,206 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 51,894 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 90,938 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 97,297 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 69,206 USD 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 San Andrés?
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 12 chefs available in San Andrés. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in San Andrés 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 San Andrés?
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 San Andrés each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In San Andrés, 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 San Andrés.
Cost of a private chef in San Andrés
The cost of hiring a private chef in San Andrés 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 51,894 USD to 69,206 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 51,894 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 90,938 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 97,297 USD
For 2 people: 69,206 USD.
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 San Andrés?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in San Andrés: 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 San Andrés!






Talk to our chefs in San Andrés
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 San Andrés? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in San Andrés, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.










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