Private Chef in Cartagena
Rent one of our 149 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Cartagena
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Cartagena in April 2014, more than 149 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Cartagena and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Murcia.
Starting in 2014, 3,516 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Cartagena. To book your chef in Cartagena, 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 1,049 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 2,500 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.77 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 3,516 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Cartagena usually book menus around 86 EUR per person, including 4.22 courses, sharing an average of 5.3 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 Cartagena.












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!
Find your chef
Customize your request and start talking with your chefs.
149 Private Chefs in Cartagena
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More than 3,500 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.61 Chef
The guests in Cartagena have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.61.
4.61 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Cartagena received an average score of 4.61.
4.72 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.72 average score.
5 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Cartagena has been scored with a 5 on average.
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1,049 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Cartagena
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Lamb empanada in artisanal pastry
Garlic shrimp skewer with extra virgin olive oil sauce
Beef and iberian ham croquette, served with patatas bravas
Escalope meat with sauce and mozzarella with mashed potatoes
Alicante-style octopus with potatoes and organic pimentón de la vera
Creamy valencian rice with shrimp and red pepper
Ribeye steak with pepper
Tiramisu from cadis
Budin de pan valenciano
Cremoso de chocolate negro con aceite de oliva virgen extra y escamas de sal marina
Pan tumaca - bread with tomato original recipe
Croquet de carn de rostit
Brandada de bacala
Carxofex amb vinagrata
Amanida de ceba amb col confitada
Amanida d herbes de muntanya
Amanida de tomaquets i alls tendres
Xató ensalada con bacalao, aceitunas, alcachofas y anchoas-salad with cod, olives, artichokes, and anchovies, all dressed with a sauce made from almonds, hazelnuts, ñoras(a type of dried pepper), vinegar, oil, and salt
Botifarra amb mongetes - consiste en una salchicha catalana (botifarra) servida con judías blancas (mongetes) - it consists of a catalan sausage (botifarra) served with white beans (mongetes)
Botifarra dolca i botifarra negra amb fruita
Escabetx de sardines
Bolets amb vinagreta
Canelones de domingo una mezcla de carne asada, bechamel y queso rallado, todo horneado hasta quedar dorado y crujiente - a mixture of roasted meat, béchamel, and grated cheese, all baked until golden and crispy
Fricandó
Brownie de chocolate con helado de vainilla / chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream
Crema de verduras de temporada: servida con un chorrito de aceite de oliva virgen extra y pan artesanal / seasonal vegetable cream soup: served with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and artisan bread
Tartar de salmón ahumado: con crema de aguacate, eneldo y ralladura de limón /smoked salmon tartare: with avocado cream, dill, and lemon zest
Ensalada de queso de cabra a la parrilla: verduras mixtas, nueces, higos y aderezo balsámico y de miel/ grilled goat cheese salad: mixed greens, walnuts, figs, and honey-balsamic dressing
Buñuelos de pulpo
Tarteletas de pulpos del meditarraneo
Brochetas de langostinos marinados
Gambas al ajillo con ajo confitado y guindilla
Arrollado de pollo con ensaladilla rusa - chicken roll with russian salad
Sopa mediterranea de camarones
Almejas rrellenas con salsa de aji
Degustacion empanadas sudamericanas
Chuletas de cordero con costra de hierbas: servidas con patatas al romero y jugo de menta./ herb-crusted lamb chops: served with rosemary potatoes and mint jus
Risotto de setas silvestres: arroz arborio cremoso con aceite de trufa y parmesano / wild mushroom risotto: creamy arborio rice with truffle oil and parmesan
Escalope de carne con salsa y mozarella con pure de papas - milanese meat with sauce and mozzarella with mashed potatoes
Entraña asada en mantecatto de hervs
Chuleton de carne alicantino
Pulpo a la alicantina con patatas bravas
Texturas de chocolate: un plato de ganache de chocolate negro, cacao en polvo y una compota de cerezas / chocolate textures: a plate of dark chocolate ganache, cocoa powder, and a cherry compote
Torrija reimaginada: un brioche caramelizado empapado en leche con infusión de canela, acompañado de helado de vainilla./ reimagined torrija: a caramelized brioche soaked in cinnamon-infused milk, accompanied by vanilla ice cream
Brownie de chocolate con helado de vainilla / chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream
Budin de pan valenciano con frutos secos y helado de vainilla
Flan valenciano acompañado con crema batida
Antipasto italiano - italian appetizer
Pinchos de capresse con pesto - caprese sticks with pesto
Berenjena a la parmesana - eggplant parmesan
Pizza napolitana al gusto - neapolitan pizza to taste
Tiramisu de la abuela - grandma's tiramisu
Croquet de carn de rostit
Carpaccio de remolacha (betarraga)
Ceviche de gambas con mango, cebolla roja y cilantro, marinados en vinagreta de tomates y citricos
Buñuelos de pulpo
Tarteletas de pulpos del meditarraneo
Burrata con tomates confitados y rugula/burrata with candied tomatoes and arugula
Gambas asadas con aove y pimenton de la vera
Empanada de carne o vegetariana -meat or vegetarian empanada
Canelones de domingo una mezcla de carne asada, bechamel y queso rallado, todo horneado hasta quedar dorado y crujiente - a mixture of roasted meat, béchamel, and grated cheese, all baked until golden and crispy
Pulpo a la alicantina con patatas bravas
Chuletas de cordero con costra de hierbas
Chuleton de carne alicantino
Escalope de carne con salsa y mozarella con pure de papas - milanese meat with sauce and mozzarella with mashed potatoes
Pasta al pesto con albahaca, arandanos y tomate cherry confitado/pesto pasta with basil, blueberries, and candied cherry tomatoes
Entraña asada en mantecatto de hervs
Arroz cremoso con calamares y pimiento rojo/creamy rice with shrimp and red pepper
Brownie de chocolate con helado de vainilla / chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream
Ensalada de frutas con helado
Chocotorta, torre de galletas de chocolate humedecidas con una crema suave a base de dulce de leche y queso crema - chocotorta, a tower of chocolate cookies moistened with a soft cream made with dulce de leche and cream cheese
Tarta fina de almendra marcona, perfumada con ralladura de limón y acompañada de helado artesanal de vainilla
Helados artesanal
Tarteletas de pulpos del meditarraneo
Gambas asadas con aove y pimenton de la vera
Escalope de carne con salsa y mozarella con pure de papas - milanese meat with sauce and mozzarella with mashed potatoes
Chuleton madurado de carne alicantino
Entraña asada en mantecatto de hervs
Tiramisu de la abuela gallega - grandma's tiramisu
Alcachofas confitadas con romero
Buñuelos de pulpo
Milanesitas de carne al queso azul
Artichokes with vinaigrette - carxofex amb vinagrat - alcachofas con vinagretaa
Carpaccio de remolacha (betarraga)
Charcutería valenciana - carnes curadas,quesos, panes de harinas tipicas. mantequilla artesanal de la mancha,
Croquetas cremosas de jamón ibérico
Croquet de carn de rostit
Burrata sobre jardín de tomates cherry confitados, perfumados con albahaca fresca y aove de cosecha temprana
Boquerones al aove y romero del mediterraneo
Empanada argetinas de carne braseada
Ensalada de ventresca, verdes y tomates
Ensalada de patata, zanahoria, arbejas en aderezo de alioli y almejas al escabeche
Ensalada mediterranea de verdes, olivas y frutos de mar
Carpaccio de tomates organicos
Ensalada de tomate raff con aove y flor de sal
Canelones de domingo una mezcla de carne asada, bechamel y queso rallado, todo horneado hasta quedar dorado y crujiente - a mixture of roasted meat, béchamel, and grated cheese, all baked until golden and crispy
Milanesa de carne con salsa y mozarella con pure de papas - milanese meat with sauce and mozzarella with mashed potatoes
Arroz cremoso de setas y cordero
Asado argentino
Chuleton de carne alicantino
Chuleton de carne valenciana
Dorada al horno con limón y tomillo, sobre cama de verduras de temporada
Pulpo a la alicantina con patatas bravas
Entrecot pastoril con pimienta y patatas bravas
Entraña asada en mantecatto de hervs
Fideua de setas
Brownie de chocolate con helado de vainilla / chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream
Chocotorta, torre de galletas de chocolate humedecidas con una crema suave a base de dulce de leche y queso crema - chocotorta, a tower of chocolate cookies moistened with a soft cream made with dulce de leche and cream cheese
Budin de pan valenciano
Peras al vino especiado, servidas con crema ligera de mascarpone
Flan de huevo y crema batida
Tarta fina de almendra marcona, perfumada con ralladura de limón y acompañada de helado artesanal de vainilla
Tarteletas de pulpos del meditarraneo
Gambas al ajillo con pimenton de la vera ecologico
Chuleton de carne alicantino
Tiramisu valenciano
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 Cartagena.
What does a private chef service include in Cartagena?
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 Cartagena?
The price of renting a chef in Cartagena 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 67 EUR to 109 EUR. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 67 EUR per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 62 EUR per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 80 EUR per person, and for 2 people, the price is 109 EUR 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 Cartagena?
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 149 chefs available in Cartagena. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Cartagena 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 Cartagena?
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 Cartagena each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Cartagena, 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 Cartagena.
Cost of a private chef in Cartagena
The cost of hiring a private chef in Cartagena 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 67 EUR to 109 EUR per person.
For 13 people or more: 67 EUR
For 7 to 12 people: 62 EUR
For 3 to 6 people: 80 EUR
For 2 people: 109 EUR.
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.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in Cartagena!
1 personal chefs register with us every month. Our verification team reviews these new chef profiles daily to categorize them, allowing you to discover incredible new chefs every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Cartagena?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Cartagena: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Mediterranean, 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 Cartagena!






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










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