Private Chef in San Rafael

Papaya mince with pork belly

Gallos: in costa rican gastronomy, a "rooster" does not refer to the bird, but to a preparation that consists of a tortilla (usually corn) with some kind of accompaniment on top

Patí caribbean zone a yellow dough pastry filled with well-seasoned ground beef, spiced with caribbean spices and chili, with an intense and slightly spicy flavor

Mini costa rican empanadas with a creole sauce

Sautéed yucca with garlic and butter and rib with caribbean sauce

Caldosa: a popular costa rican street-food classic that combines ceviche with tcorn chips

Caribbean chicken in coconut sauce slow-cooked chicken in coconut milk with spices and vegetables, aromatic and comforting

Beef tongue in sauce slow-cooked beef tongue bathed in a smooth and flavorful creole tomato sauce

Achiote chicken slow-cooked chicken with achiote and spices, with an intense and traditional flavor

Corn rice rice prepared with dried corn, pork, and annatto, an ancestral chorotega dish

Coconut cake a soft sponge cake made with shredded coconut and coconut milk, with a tropical flavor

Arroz con leche (costa rican rice pudding) a creamy and comforting dessert made with rice slowly cooked in milk, sugar, and cinnamon. sweet, soft, and full of homemade flavor — a true costa rican classic

Banana cake

Pumpkin honey a traditional dessert made with pumpkin slowly cooked in a sugar cane syrup with cinnamon and cloves, until a thick and aromatic syrup is obtained

Thinly sliced fresh fish served with a citrus dressing, fresh herbs, and a touch of chili

Caribbean-style ceviche served in tiger's milk and coconut milk with habanero peppers

Pati caribbean empanada served with a moderately spicy fish paste

A traditional costa rican black bean soup made with slowly cooked beans, onions, garlic, and spices, finished with fresh cilantro and a soft-poached egg. comforting, rich, and deeply rooted in costa rican cuisine

Corn tortillas filled with seasoned trout and finished with pickled red onion

A crispy corn tortilla topped with tender achiote-marinated chicken, smooth refried black beans, and a touch of fresh guacamole. a balanced costa rican–inspired dish combining smoky, earthy flavors with creamy freshness

Cauliflower and broccoli puree with local trout and grilled vegetables with red tomato and chipotle pesto

Soft potato gnocchi served in a vibrant caribbean-style tomato sauce, gently spiced and aromatic, finished with creamy goat cheese. a comforting yet fresh dish that blends classic gnocchi with tropical caribbean flavors

Costa rican grass-fed ribeye with pejibaye & potato puree and chimichurri

Cas-filled profiteroles with ayote honey syrup

Ripe plantain croquettes in syrup with mozzarella cheese

Cacique guaro eggnog mousse cacique guaro eggnog mousse, light and creamy

Seafood ceviche with lemon and ginger foam: a gourmet ceviche made with fresh seafood (shrimp, squid, mussels), marinated in lime juice, cilantro, and red onion, accompanied by a light lemon and ginger foam for added freshness and texture

Beef carpaccio with red wine and lime reduction: thin slices of beef, marinated in olive oil, basil, and lime, served with a red wine reduction and orange juice, finished with a drizzle of truffle oil for a luxurious touch

Tuna tartare with guanabana sauce and olive oil: fresh tuna tartare mixed with red onions, cilantro, and a touch of chili, served with a guanabana (soursop) sauce and olive oil, creating a perfect balance of tropical and savory flavors

Corvina and avocado salad with lime vinaigrette and swiss chard: a fresh and light salad with marinated corvina fillets, avocado slices, swiss chard, and a lime and cilantro vinaigrette that highlights costa rican flavors

Grilled red snapper with coconut-lime foam and saffron risotto: a perfectly grilled red snapper fillet, topped with a delicate coconut-lime foam that enhances its tropical essence, served alongside a creamy saffron-infused risotto

Corvina in banana leaf with ginger-cilantro pesto, mango-avocado relish: a whole fillet of corvina steamed in a banana leaf, infused with aromatic ginger-cilantro pesto. served with a refreshing mango and avocado relish, a

Lobster in coconut-curry sauce with crispy tostones and cilantro foam: lobster tail poached in a rich coconut-curry sauce, topped with a smooth cilantro foam, and served with golden crispy tostones and a side of sautéed seasonal vegetables

Surf and turf: grilled filet mignon with lobster tail, achiote-cilantro butter, and roasted garlic mashed potatoes

Chocolate soufflé with costa rican coffee mousse: a decadent, airy chocolate soufflé served with a smooth costa rican coffee mousse, enhanced with a hint of dark rum and finished with a dusting of cocoa powder and grated dark chocolate

Coconut-passion fruit panna cotta with mango coulis: a creamy panna cotta made with coconut milk and passion fruit, complemented by a vibrant mango coulis. garnished with fresh tropical fruits and mint leaves for a refreshing and indulgent finish

Tropical fruit pavlova with tamarind syrup and coconut flakes: a crisp meringue base with a soft interior, topped with a medley of tropical fruits like mango, papaya, and pineapple, and drizzled with tangy tamarind syrup and toasted coconut flakes

Caramelized plantain and cinnamon churros with vanilla rum sauce: soft plantains caramelized with cinnamon sugar, served alongside crispy churros, and drizzled with a rich vanilla rum sauce that enhances the dessert's tropical flavor

Costa rican ceviche – fresh fish marinated in lime with cilantro, peppers, and coconut touch

Enyucados – savory yucca fritters with cheese, lightly spiced and golden fried

Patacones ticos – fried green plantains topped with mashed beans, guacamole, and pico de gallo, a perfect blend of crunchy and creamy flavors

Caribbean patí – traditional caribbean-style empanadas filled with seasoned meat or fish, herbs, and a touch of coconut, baked or fried to golden perfection

Choice for custom menu

Chifrijo tico – layered rice, beans, crispy chicken, avocado, and pico de gallo, served in a bite-sized cup for a true taste of costa rican tradition

Rice & beans caribbean style – traditional caribbean-style rice and beans cooked with coconut milk, peppers, and local herbs, served with fried plantains and avocado slices

Olla de carne – hearty beef stew with a mix of vegetables including yuca, potato, ñame, corn, chayote, plantains, carrots, cabbage, and fresh herbs, slow-cooked to perfection. served with white rice and fried plantains

Gallitos de picadillos – a selection of mini tico-style picadillos, featuring traditional meats, vegetables, and seasonings

Custom menu choice

Casado plate – rice, black beans, salad, fried plantain, and choice of chicken, beef, or fish

Rondon pacífico – caribbean-style coconut seafood stew with fresh fish and vegetables

Gallo pinto deluxe – traditional rice and beans served with eggs, cheese, avocado, and plantains

Arroz con pollo tico – rice with chicken, frijoles molidos, russian salad, fried plantains, and chips; a classic costa rican family favorite

Custom menu option

Tres leches cake – classic costa rican sponge soaked in three milks, lightly whipped cream topping

Arroz con leche – creamy rice pudding with cinnamon and a hint of lime zest

Cocada – coconut candy made with shredded coconut and brown sugar

Flan – traditional caramel custard with rich dulce de leche flavor

Custom choice menu

Ceviche tropical rush

Crisp and tuna tartar

Carrot risotto with grilled fish

Birthday cake

Ceviche: made with fresh fish, seafood, or a mix, marinated in lime juice, onions, cilantro, and spices. it's fresh and light

Patacones: fried green plantain slices that are smashed. they are served with sauce or mashed beans, pico de gallo and guacamole

Fried yuca: yuca cut into pieces and fried, served with a sauce or just salted. it's a simple and tasty option

Fried snapper (pargo frito): a whole fried fish, very popular along costa rica’s coasts, usually served with rice and salad

Chifrijo: a dish made of rice, beans, fried pork (chicharrón), pico de gallo, and often accompanied by tortillas

Rice with seafood (arroz con mariscos): rice cooked with fresh seafood like shrimp, mussels, and squid. it’s a flavorful dish, especially popular in coastal regions

Steak in sauce (bistec en salsa): beef steak cooked in a sauce made with onions, bell peppers, and spices, typically served with rice, beans, or salad

Arroz con leche: a creamy dessert made with rice, milk, sugar, and cinnamon

Churros: often sold at fairs or by street vendors, costa rican churros are fried dough sticks sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon

Flan de leche: a creamy custard dessert made with milk, eggs, sugar, and a touch of vanilla. it’s smooth and delicious

Buñuelos: fried dough balls soaked in sugar syrup. they’re crispy on the outside and soft on the inside

Carpaccio de ternera

Caponata siciliana

Risotto a la milanesa

Gambas al ajillo con ensalada de tomates deshidratados

Carpaccio de atún

Ensalada capresse

Spaghetti all'arrabbiata

Lasaña de verduras

Ossobuco con ensalada de rucula, parmesano y cherry

Salmón a la picatta

Lomito de res a la parmesana

Mar y tierra (medallones de lomito con camarones al grill) y vinagreta de balsámico

Salmón en salsa de frutos rajos

Panna cotta con coulis de maracuya

Tiramisu

Pommes au four (manzanas al horno)

Isla flotante

Crisp and tuna tartar

Greek salad with grilled heart palm

Pejibaye risotto and grilled fish

Chocolate trick