Private Chef in Rethymno
Rent one of our 68 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















How much does a private chef cost in Rethymno?
For 6 people in Rethymno, a private chef costs less than dinner out.
AVERAGE PRICE · 6 GUESTS
528 EUR
88 EUR per guest · everything included
What's included
- Chef comes to you
- All ingredients sourced and bought
- Full meal cooked in your kitchen
- Spotless kitchen afterwards
HERE'S THE REAL BREAKDOWN
- 2 guests114EUR / guest = 228 EUR total
- 4 guests88EUR / guest = 352 EUR total
- 6 guests88EUR / guest = 528 EUR total
- 8 guests77EUR / guest = 616 EUR total
- 10 guests77EUR / guest = 770 EUR total
- 13+ guests64EUR / guest = 832 EUR total
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.
68 Private Chefs in Rethymno
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More than 5,200 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.59 Chef
The guests in Rethymno have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.59.
4.85 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Rethymno received an average score of 4.85.
4.68 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.68 average score.
4.85 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Rethymno has been scored with a 4.85 on average.
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1,722 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Rethymno
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Sausage with wild greens, caramelized shallot, egg and mustard seed
Grilled octopus, eggplant cream, tomato - caper salsa and masago
Spinach pie with crispy phyllo, feta cheese, dill and parsley
Beef carpaccio, graviera, jalapenos, rocket leaves, lemon juice and olive oil
Beef tartar, mayo - spice, mustard seed, lemon juice, truffle oil and chives
Mussels with herbs, butter, garlic, mustard and wine
Carpaccio from fresh fish of the day, tobiko eggs, beetroot powder, chilli pepper and parsley oil
Corn crispy tacos with grilled marinated pork, marinated cucumber and jalapenos
Tataki salmon with soya and ginger
Chicken ballotine with olives ragout, local cheese and lemon zest
Varieties of mushrooms with butter, thyme, chutney and balsamic fig
Bruschetta with grated tomato, olives, pesto basil and balsamic
Beetroot tartar with greens, corn flakes and white vinegar
Skewers shrimp with herbs butter, chilli and parsley oil
Variety of meat souvlaki with herbs, garlic and olive oil
Bruschetta with prosciutto, mascarpone cream and fresh herbs
Greek basket with variety of breads, rusks and local dips
Arrancini with smoked pork, yogurt, herbs and lemon
Falafel with chickpea, cucumber, cumin and fresh oregano
Avocado mousse with garlic and coriander
Tzatziki yogurt with cucumber, garlic, vinegar and olive oil
Gazpacho soup or soup of the day
Panko crusted foie gras with cheznest cream and mandarin sauce ( extra charge )
Greens with baby leaves, cranberries, pomegranate, hazel, fresh anthotyros and honey - balsamic
Boiled beetroot with sea salt, vinegar and olive oil
Baby leaf with tyrozouli ( grilled cheese ), strawberry, hazel, basil and cream balsamic
Boiled wild greens with olive oil - lemon dressing
Mykonian, mesklum, smoked chicken, smoked graviera, cashew and ananchovy mustard dressing
Quinoa salad with corn, peppers and mustard dressing
Watermelon with feta cheese, jalapenos, coriander and lemon
Burrata mozzarella with cherry tomatoes, basil, smoked salt and olive oil
Greek salad with feta cheese, cucumber, colorful cherry tomatoes, carob rusk, pickles onion, olives and olive oil
Fresh fish in cooking paper with vegetables, fresh onion, butter, sea salt and citrus zest
Lamb in the oven with potatoes, garlic, thyme, sea salt and lemon
Giouvetsi of beef with orzo, fresh herbs, tomato, garlic and dried anthotyros
Pork ribs with barbeque and baby potatoes
Caramelized salmon with soya, lemongrass and green beans - peach salad
Mushrooms risotto with variety of mushrooms, truffle, thyme and lemon zest
Spinach risotto with fresh herbs and olive oil
Fresh handmade pasta with seafood, parsley, garlic, butter and wine
Fillet of fresh fish with quinoa salad, beetroot powder and lemon - cumin
Beef burger with smoked pancetta, brioche, pickle onion, pickle cucumber and handmade mayo - truffle
Beef tagliata, with carrot, iceberg and espresso sauce
Pork tagliata with sweet potatoes, grilled lettuce and mayo truffle
Eggs noodles with chicken, vegetables, black sesame and sesame oil
Rice noodles with shrimp, fresh onion, parsley, garlic, ginger and lime
Pasta with vegetables, graviera cheese and fresh oregano
Pasta with cherry tomatoes and pesto basil
Marinated chicken chops with green salad, local fresh herbs, grilled paprika and yoghurt sauce
Chicken in the oven with potatoes, zucchini, oregano and lemon sauce
Local pork steak with baby potatoes, wild rice and tahini sauce
Grilled marinated sheep chops with pumpkin and yoghurt sauce
Variety of grilled meats, chicken, steak, burger, lamb chops and pork souvlakia
Chicken fillet with boiled quinoa, wild greens and honey sauce
Fresh fish of the day with green peas salad, beetroot powder, celery root purre and lemon - cumin
Carbonara, pasta with egg, guanciale, pecorino and parsley oil
Lasagne with spinach, grated parmesan and beschamel cream
Pork belly in the hull with vegetables, caramelized apples and rosemary sauce
Paella, white rice with shrimp, chicken, green beans, beans butter, fresh herbs, tomato, and rosemary
Pizza of your choice
Sushi of your choice
Seasonal fresh fruits
Yoghurt with nuts and fruit jam
Loukoumades ( fried balls of dough ) with syrup and cinnamon
Galaktoboureko with crispy phyllo and syrup filled with cream
Kadaifi with crispy phyllo, hazel, syrup and cinnamon
Baklava with crispy phyllo, syrup and nuts
Bougatsa with crispy phyllo, vanilla cream, sugar powder and cinnamon
Canoli, mascarpone cream, vanilla, pistachio and kadaifi ice cream
Cheesecake with mascarpone cream, oreo bisquits and raspberry jam
Chocolate mousse with almonds, frambuaz and grated biscuits
Namelaka white chocolate with bisquit butter, brownies, passion fruits, tartar mango, smoked salt and ice cream
Baba, mastic cream, strawberry syrup and basil oil
Broken lemon tart with lime, nuts, flowers and marshmallows
Lemon pie with pastry phyllo, fresh lemon and lime zest
Orange pie with hazelnuts and vanilla syrup
Apple pie with cinnamon, caramel sauce and kadaifi ice cream
Nuts pie with orange syrup and ice cream
Beetroot – walnuts – vinegar – orange
Wild greens with lemon and olive oil
Fennel carpaccio – chili – lime – coriander
Stuffed mushrooms with spinach
Stuffed tomatoes and peppers with rice and fresh herbs (served with oven-baked potatoes)
Mushroom risotto
Rice pudding with coconut milk and cinnamon
Garlic bread with a variety of local dips
Honey-drizzled crispy feta
Traditional tzatziki
Cretan dakos
Infused cretan salad
Vine leaves stuffed with local herbs and rice
Smoked eggplant salad with local herbs
Traditional cretan cheese pies
Greek salad
Green salad with dried figs, graviera flakes, walnuts and honey vinaigrette
Zucchini fritters
Traditional boureki with zucchini, potatoes, local cheese and herbs
Zucchini balls
Fried graviera in crispy crust and tomato marmalade
Wild mushroom and truffle tart
Mediterranean shakshuka
Wild mushroom tart
Truffle scrambled eggs
Grilled mushrooms with truffle oil
Grilled vegetables
Saffron rice with local herbs and spices
Traditional bureki (local pie with zucchini potatoes a mixture of local cheese and herbs)
Oven-baked potatoes with rosemary, thyme, lemon and honey
Loaded potatoes with pancetta and melted cheese
Mini tacos
Beetroot salad with apple crumble and yoghurt
Grilled feta saganaki with tomato sauce and peppers
Spinach & feta pastries
Grilled fish of the day with local herbs and lemon sauce
Slow-roasted beef with saffron sweet potato puree, confit cherry tomatoes and wine sauce
Mediterranean avocado toast
Pastitsio
Moussaka
Stuffed vegetables with rice and herbs
Lamb kleftiko
Slow roasted pork belly with meat glaze
Slow roasted chicken with rosemary lemon and herbs
Rooster in red wine sauce with pasta
Traditional orange pie
Tiramisu
Cretan-infused cheesecake
Fresh fruit salad
Apple pie
Birthday cake
Fluffy chocolate cake
Cretan galaktoboureko
Greek bougatsa
Infused cretan salad
Dakos cheesecake
Beef tartare
Wild mushroom tart
Slow-roasted beef with saffron sweet potato puree, confit cherry tomatoes and wine sauce
Tiramisu
Cretan dakos
Artisan bread selection
Infused cretan salad
Vine leaves stuffed with local herbs and rice
Loaded potatoes with pancetta and melted cheese
Greek salad
Mediterranean avocado toast
Stuffed vegetables with rice and herbs
Seasonal fruit bowl
Grilled fish of the day with local herbs and lemon sauce
Fresh fruit salad
Apple pie
Cretan galaktoboureko
Cretan-infused cheesecake
Fluffy chocolate cake
Welcome bread served with extra virgin olive oil and local olives
Traditional taramosalata bruschetta crispy crusty bread topped with smooth fish roe mousse, capers, and marinated anchovy
Marinated zucchini salad thinly sliced raw zucchini marinated with sea salt, fresh basil pesto, cherry tomatoes pickled onions & feta cheese
Hands on secret greek salad with feta cream & herb oil
Crispy chicken croquettes served with a homemade aromatic tomato chutney
Cured fish carpaccio with lemon-infused olive oil, capers, and smoked sea salt
Sautéed shrimps with a spicy, aromatic green herb chimichurri sauce
Shrimp saganaki simmered in a fresh, rich tomato sauce with crumbled local feta cheese
Beef tartare hand-cut beef tartare served with potato chips, confit egg yolk, and sweet caramelized onions
Fresh raw fish marinated in lime juice, fresh coriander, and serrano pepper dressing
Fresh seabass fillet served with a delicate white miso and fresh herb infusion
Salmon served with pickled cucumber ribbon salad and a light lemon-butter sauce
Beef stake served with a silky wild mushroom purée and a rich red wine reduction sauce
Herb-crusted stuffed chicken ballotine, served with traditional romesco sauce and glazed seasonal vegetables
Mussels pasta infused with ouzo , celery & lemon
Assorted chocolate textures, rich mousse, silky crèmeux, and cocoa soil, paired with salted butterscotch
Greek kataifi pastry filled with a creamy orange and mastiha filling
Smooth white chocolate ganache served with crunchy crumble and a seasonal fruit gel
Quinoa and beetroot salad with honey vinaigrette
Creamy taramas with warm bread
Vine leaves stuffed with local herbs and rice
Sea bass ceviche with chef's condiments
Grilled fish of the day with local herbs and lemon sauce
Cretan-infused cheesecake
Traditional tzatziki spread ,creamy yogurt dip with cucumber, garlic, and fresh herbs, served with warm pita bread
Classic greek salad ,cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, olives, and premium feta cheese with extra virgin olive oil
Santorini fava spread ,smooth yellow split pea purée topped with caramelized onions and a drizzle of olive oil
Always served in the table ''welcome bread with olive oil , olives and local graviera cheese
Traditional fried meatballs ,crispy beef and pork meatballs infused with fresh mint served in fresh tomato sauce
Homemade chicken gyros marinated with greek yoghurt & spices
Oven-roasted lemon chicken, tender chicken baked with mountain oregano, garlic, and crispy lemon potatoes
Gemista" stuffed vegetables, traditional tomatoes and peppers stuffed with seasoned rice and fresh mediterranean herbs
Authentic greek pastitsio, baked layers of pasta, seasoned minced beef, and a thick, velvety béchamel sauce
Slow-cooked pork casserole, comforting pork simmered in a rich pot with local herbs, served with rustic potatoes
Traditional greek halva semolina pudding sweetened with honey, cinnamon, and fresh orange zest
Greek orange pie (portokalopita), aromatic syrup cake made with shredded phyllo and fresh oranges
Aromatic greek yoghurt with lemon zest and fruits
A personal chef for any occasion in Rethymno
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Rethymno in October 2017, more than 68 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Rethymno and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Crete.
Starting in 2017, 5,289 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Rethymno. To book your chef in Rethymno, 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 1,722 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 5,463 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, 5,289 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Rethymno usually book menus around 81 EUR per person, including 3.83 courses, sharing an average of 6.43 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 Rethymno.












Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Rethymno.
What does a private chef service include in Rethymno?
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 Rethymno?
The price of renting a chef in Rethymno 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 64 EUR to 114 EUR. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 64 EUR per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 77 EUR per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 88 EUR per person, and for 2 people, the price is 114 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 Rethymno?
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 68 chefs available in Rethymno. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Rethymno 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 Rethymno?
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.
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.








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How many chef services are booked in Rethymno each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Rethymno, 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 Rethymno.
Cost of a private chef in Rethymno
The cost of hiring a private chef in Rethymno 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 64 EUR to 114 EUR per person.
For 13 people or more: 64 EUR
For 7 to 12 people: 77 EUR
For 3 to 6 people: 88 EUR
For 2 people: 114 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.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Rethymno?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Rethymno: 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 Rethymno!






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










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