I am a 38 year old Chef that has never been attached to just one kitchen.... that is the reason I love being a personal chef, I get to interact with my guests, understand better their expectations and try to give them the best flavours ever.

I am an extroverted person, always looking for the perfection of all-time basics and trying keep up with new tendencies!

For me, cooking is...

Cooking is my passion, my hobby and my "happy place". I am really lucky to enjoy every single moment of my work...

I learned to cook at...

My culinary journey included Japanese, Italian, Costarrican and Mediterrenean Cousines. Working with great Chefs and all kind of ingredients!

A cooking secret...

My secret is... to always try my own personal twist on every dish, so it doesn't matter what my guests request for, they will always get special!

My menus

Costarrican Night

STARTER

All inclusive

Zuccinni & Corn Stew with Artisan Cheese

Cheakpeas & Chorizo, refried in Natural Tomato Sauce

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Costarrican Salad: Green Cabbage and Pico de Gallo

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Roasted Chicken with Vegetables, served with White Rice, Stewed Beans and Fried Plantains

DESSERT

All inclusive

Spiced Rice Pudding

Grill & Salad

STARTER

All inclusive

Crab & Truffle Dip served with Toasted Bread

Guacamole, Salsa & Chips

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Kale & Arugula Salad: with Salted Walnuts, Dried Cranberries, Caramelized Pears, Bluecheese and a Honey & Yogurt Dressing

Mixed Green Salad: Lettuce, Cherry Tomatoes, Confit Almonds, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Red Onions, Strawberries and a Maple & Mustard Vinaigrette

Mediterranean Salad: Lettuce, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onions, Toasted Cashew Nuts, Tangerine, Parmesan Cheese and a Balsamic & Honey Vinaigrette

Greek Salad: Watermelon Cubes, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onions, Feta Cheese, Almonds, Crispy Bacon and Tzatziki Dressing

Asian Style Salad: Green Cabbage, Toasted Peanuts, Spring Onions, Clementines, Hard Boil Eggs, Pickled Cucumbers & Carrots and a Peanut Butter, Soy & Ginger Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Slow Roasted Picahna served with Chimichurri

Costa Rican Gourmet Chorizo served with Salsa Verde and Handmade Tortillas

Shrimp Skewers with Bell Peppers, Onions and Pineapple

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Artisan Tiramisu with Cookie Crumble

Bananas Foster served with Toasted Cashews and Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce

Piña Colada Cheesecake

Vanilla Ice Cream with Toasted Almonds and Chocolate Sauce

Wild Berries & Red Wine Cheesecake

Chef's Special

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Crab & Truffle Dip served with Toasted Bread

Trío... assorted bruschettas, including Beef Carpaccio, Classic and Burrata, Pears & Honey

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Creamy Mushroom Soup served with Croutuns and Chives

Spiced Pumpkin Soup with Truffle Oil and Toasted Seeds

Brocoli Soup served with Artisan Cheese & Garlic Bread

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Beef Tenderloin Medallions served with Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Sautée Mushrooms and a Red Wine Reduction

Garlic Sautée Octopus, served with Parmesan & Truffle Potatoes and a Cilantro Dressing

Pan seared Mahi Mahi Filet, served with a Cassava al Mojo Mash, Sautée Brocoli and a Beurre Blanc Sauce

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Bananas Foster served with Toasted Cashews and Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce

Piña Colada Cheesecake

Vanilla Ice Cream with Toasted Almonds and Chocolate Sauce

Wild Berries & Red Wine Cheesecake

Artisan Tiramisu with Espresso Cookie Crumble

Seafood Lovers

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Tempura Fish Fritters served with Tartar Sauce

Crab & Truffle Dip served with Toasted Bread

Jumbo Shrimp & Grilled Pineapple Salad served with an Smoked Chipotle Dressing

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Salmon Tartar with Panko Shrimp

Spicy Tuna & Fried Rice Bites

Tropical Mahi Ceviche

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Ginger & Coconut Pan Seared Salmon, served with Garlic Rice and Sautée Asian Style Brocoli

Mahi Mahi Fillet served with Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Crispy Onions and a Bacon & Shrimp Beurre Blanc Sauce

Jumbo Shrimp & Coconut Milk Curry served with White Rice, Pita Bread and a Tomato & Onion Salad with Yogurt Dressing

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Artisan Tiramisu with Cookie Crumble

Bananas Foster served with Toasted Cashews and Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce

Piña Colada Cheesecake

Vanilla Ice Cream with Toasted Almonds and Chocolate Sauce

Wild Berries & Red Wine Cheesecake

Chef Gustavo's reviews

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4 services

Chef Gustavo was incredible! Him and his sous chef did a fantastic job with our birthday dinner we hosted for a friend. He communicated with me via WhatsApp in advance and even made alterations to the menu to fit my party. Whether allergies or a picky kiddo he takes everything into account and works with you. The dishes were super tasty. Everyone loved them! I also liked his creative take on a pina colada cheese cake and the plating was gorgeous. Chef Gustavo is also very personable and friendly. He was super professional as well and we all loved enjoying his presence and food. It was the highlight of the birthday girls’ day! Thank you so much for the incredible meal Chef Gustavo!