Chef Panagiotis Lefkimmiatis

Chef At Home in Fréjus

Chef Panos (Panagiotis Lefkimmiatis)

Private Chef | Mediterranean Heritage & Contemporary Culinary Art

With over 17 years of experience spanning the United States, Australia, and Europe, I bring a global perspective to private dining — rooted in my Greek heritage and refined through years of high-end culinary practice.

As a master of Mediterranean cuisine and fusion gastronomy, I design bespoke dining experiences that blend elegance, seasonality, and creativity. My approach is not simply about cooking — it is about orchestrating a sensory journey that reflects both sophistication and soul.

Each experience is crafted with discretion, precision, and a deep respect for the art of hospitality. From intimate dinners to special celebrations, I offer a standard of private dining that is personal, seamless, and unforgettable.

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is a form of storytelling — a way to connect cultures, emotions, and people through flavor and detail.

I learned to cook at...

I learned to cook through a global journey of professional kitchens, combining classical techniques with modern fusion inspired by my Greek heritage.

A cooking secret...

My secret in the kitchen is attention to detail — every ingredient, texture, and aroma must serve the story of the dish.

My menus

The Mediterranean Signature Series

STARTER

Choose 3 dishes

Amuse-bouche: Feta mousse with tomato dust and crispy olive

Amuse-bouche: Chilled cucumber shooter with kefir and smoked salt

Amuse-bouche: Seaweed cracker with tuna tartare and citrus pearls

Melon sphere with ouzo mist

FIRST COURSE

Choose 3 dishes

Starter: Slow-roasted beetroot carpaccio, goat cheese cream & carob crumble

Slow-roasted beetroot carpaccio, goat cheese cream & carob crumble

Grilled octopus with citrus miso glaze and chickpea purée

Zucchini flower tempura with anthotyro cream and tomato confit

Flame-seared scallops, cauliflower velouté & caviar

Shrimp tartare with pickled watermelon and sea fennel

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Sea bass fillet with wild greens, lemon foam & Aegean herb oil

Lamb rack with rosemary jus, truffled eggplant, and sweet potato silk

Smoky eggplant “steak” with tahini sauce, quinoa tabbouleh & pomegranate

Grilled grouper fillet with saffron nage and fennel textures

Lobster tail with tarama espuma and fava bean purée

DESSERT

Choose 3 dishes

Frozen baklava parfait with citrus blossom and walnut dust

Burnt vanilla cream, sea salt caramel & almond crumble

Olive oil chocolate mousse with sea salt and carob crumble

Orange blossom millefeuille with masticha crème légère

Greek yogurt panna cotta with thyme honey and pistachio shards

Monaco Signature

STARTER

All inclusive

Local red prawns with caviar, tomato water, and basil air

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

John Dory fillet with confit vegetables, shellfish bisque, and lemon verbena foam

DESSERT

All inclusive

White chocolate sphere with Mediterranean citrus, pistachio, and yuzu sorbet

Mediterranean Essence

STARTER

All inclusive

Sea bass tartare with citrus gel, olive oil pearls, and fennel espuma

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Roasted monkfish with artichoke purée, saffron emulsion, and crispy capers

DESSERT

All inclusive

Honey-thyme panna cotta with lemon crumble and olive oil ice cream

Modern Greek Journey

STARTER

All inclusive

Shrimp tartare with sea broth tea and crispy kataifi

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Slow-cooked beef cheeks with Santorini fava, sun-dried tomato jus, and oregano chips

DESSERT

All inclusive

Deconstructed halva mousse with caramelized nuts and rosemary powder

Epicurean Elegance

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Seaweed cracker with tuna tartare and citrus pearls

Tom Kha Shot with Crispy Chicken Skin

Melon sphere with ouzo mist (vegetarian)

Amuse-bouche: Feta mousse with tomato dust and crispy olive (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Flame-seared scallops, cauliflower velouté & caviar

Shrimp tartare with pickled watermelon and sea fennel

Grilled octopus with citrus miso glaze and chickpea purée

Slow-roasted beetroot carpaccio, goat cheese cream & carob crumble (vegetarian)

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Lobster tail with tarama espuma and fava bean purée

Lamb rack with rosemary jus, truffled eggplant, and sweet potato silk

Panang Curry with Grilled Ribeye, jasmine rice

Smoky eggplant “steak” with tahini sauce, quinoa tabbouleh & pomegranate (vegetarian)

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Valrhona Dark Chocolate Flexiganache, hazelnut crumble, black sesame ice cream

Orange blossom millefeuille with masticha crème légère

Greek yogurt panna cotta with thyme honey and pistachio shards

Frozen baklava parfait with citrus blossom and walnut dust

Riviera Land & Sea

STARTER

All inclusive

Octopus carpaccio with smoked paprika oil, pickled shallots, and chickpea cream

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Lamb loin with rosemary jus, caramelized shallots, and truffle potato mousseline

DESSERT

All inclusive

Lavender crème brûlée with almond tuile and wild berry compote

Ocean Indulgence

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Seaweed cracker with tuna tartare and citrus pearls

Chilled cucumber shooter with kefir and smoked salt (vegetarian)

Amuse-bouche: Feta mousse with tomato dust and crispy olive (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Shrimp tartare with pickled watermelon and sea fennel

Flame-seared scallops with cauliflower velouté & caviar

Grilled octopus with citrus miso glaze and chickpea purée

Slow-roasted beetroot carpaccio with goat cheese cream & carob crumble (vegetarian)

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Lobster tail with tarama espuma and fava bean purée

Sea bass fillet with wild greens, lemon foam & Aegean herb oil

Grilled grouper fillet with saffron nage and fennel textures

Smoky eggplant “steak” with tahini sauce, quinoa tabbouleh & pomegranate (vegetarian)

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Valrhona Dark Chocolate Flexiganache with black sesame ice cream

Orange blossom millefeuille with masticha crème légère

Frozen baklava parfait with citrus blossom and walnut dust

Olive oil chocolate mousse with sea salt and carob crumble

Coastal Classics

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Seaweed cracker with tuna tartare and citrus pearls

Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho with compressed watermelon & cucumber pearls (vegetarian)

Carpaccio of Yellow & Red Beetroot, whipped goat cheese & pistachios (vegetarian)

Amuse-bouche: Chilled cucumber shooter with kefir and smoked salt (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Grilled grouper fillet with saffron nage and fennel textures

Sea bass fillet with wild greens, lemon foam & Aegean herb oil

Lobster tail with tarama espuma and fava bean purée

Smoky eggplant “steak” with tahini sauce, quinoa tabbouleh & pomegranate (vegetarian)

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Olive oil chocolate mousse with sea salt and carob crumble (vegetarian)

Sticky Rice with Coconut Cream & Caramelized Banana

Frozen baklava parfait with citrus blossom and walnut dust

Burnt vanilla cream, sea salt caramel & almond crumble

Show me more

Chef Panagiotis's reviews

4.52

•

24 services

Chef Panagiotis nous a permis de passer une très bonne soirée d’anniversaire . Il est hyper ponctuel et autonome et très aimable pour tous, adultes comme ados. Les plats qu’il a préparés , sur le thème de la cuisine japonaise étaient délicieux et la présentation originale . Il a été de très bon conseil pour le choix des vins . Nous l’avons vraiment beaucoup apprécié et nous le recommandons vivement !

Chef Panos was outstanding!! He prepared a delicious, seasonal dinner for our vacation on the French Riviera and our family of 9 loved every dish. He was also very kind, communicative and accommodating before the meal, made plenty of food with lots for leftovers and cleaned the kitchen too. I highly recommend Chef Panos for a wonderful dining experience!

Chef Panos is everything and more! His personality took the 10/10 meal to a 20 out of 10! We had so much fun engaging, watching, learning, talking as he cooked us the most amazing Italian menu. Everything was so fresh and just as we asked for, and more! He has such a range in cuisine and he cooks from the heart and from generations old tradition. We are planning to work with him again very soon! Thank you Chef Panos for an amazing night in the south of France!

Franchement top ! Je recommande vivement

Chef Panos created an amazing menu and executed to perfection. I asked for suggested wine pairings and he delivered. Every dish was super flavorful and the theme of the menu flowed nicely throughout the evening. He was fun and personable and would definitely recommend.

I'd highly recommend Chef Pana. He was helpful, friendly and most importantly created a great meal. If you like Greek food, he’s your man.