Private Chef in Calabria
Rent one of our 21 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Calabria
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Calabria in October 2017, more than 21 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Calabria and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Calabria.
Starting in 2017, 798 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Calabria. To book your chef in Calabria, 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 46 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 75 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.6 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 798 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Calabria usually book menus around 70.1 EUR per person, including 4.15 courses, sharing an average of 4.06 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 Calabria.












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!
21 Private Chefs in Calabria
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More than 700 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.42 Chef
The guests in Calabria have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.42.
4.77 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Calabria received an average score of 4.77.
4.76 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.76 average score.
4.62 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Calabria has been scored with a 4.62 on average.
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46 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Calabria
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Frittata con verdure selvatiche, omelette free range eggs with wild vegetables (vegetarian)
Parmigiana di melanzane, eggplants with tomatoes sauce, pecorino cheese and basil
Selezione di olive verdi e nere, selection of green and black olives
Pasta al forno, oven baked pasta with tomatoes ragù and cheese
Penne alla norma, pasta with tomatoes passata sauce, fried eggplant and salted ricotta cheese (vegetarian)
Spaghetti alla carrettiera, pasta with garlic, parsley, pecorino cheese and breadcrumbs
Spaghetti finocchio e mollica, pasta with wild fennel, breadcrumbs and tomatoes sauce
Carne alla pizzaiola, beef steak with tomatoes sauce, cheese, carrots served with mashed potatoes
Involtini di melanzana, eggplant roll with breadcrumb, pecorino cheese and parsley served with fennel salad
Polpette di manzo in agrodolce, meat balls with sweet and sour onion serve with breadcrumbed peppers
Braciole alla messinese, beef rolls stuffed with ragusano cheese and breadcrumbs served with mix salad
Sicilian cannolo with sweet ricotta cheese
Lemon granita with meant garnish
Seasonal fresh fruit and dry fruit
Selection of custard or ricotta cream bignè
Sicilian vegetable caponata with modica dark chocolate
Fresh bufalo mozzarella with scottona beef tartare, cherry tomatoes jam and pistacho
Local red tuna croquette, lemon homemade mayonnaise and giarratana red onion caramelized
Fresh pacchero pasta with norma sauce and ricotta salata cheese
Carnaroli risotto with pumpkin and etna porcini mushrooms, buffalo blue cheese sauce, and nebrodi black pig guanciale
Fresh tagliolini pasta with clams and sicilian lemon
Roast suckling pig with marsala and rosemary sauce and baked potatoes
Roasted sea bass, pansanella salad and bbqcorn sauce
Crispy zucchini blossom stuffed with mint and potato cream zucchini carpaccio and red hummus
Sicilian cannoli with ricotta cheese mousse and pistacho
Hazelnut mousse from etna, crunchy dark chocolate and red berries
Sicilian lemon mousse with burn lemon powder
Crudité of seasonal fish, red prawns, white prawns, scampi and marinated smoked swordfish
Marinated calamari with capers and a drop of extravirgin olive oil
Patate al lime, potatoes with lime and prawns
Selection of seasonal cheese from erei mountain and green olives (as an appetizer/aperitive)
Paccheri ai crostacei, pasta with maine lobster, langoustine and prawns
Risotto ai frutti di mare, sicilian style risotto with mussels, swordfish, calamari and prawns
Spaghetti al nero, pasta with black squid ink ragù
Bucatini con le sarde, bucatini with sardines, wild fennel, raisins, pine nuts, and toasted breadcrumbs
Dentice al sale, snapper fish cooked in salt rock
Pesce spada al forno, oven swordfish steak smothered in a rich tomato sauce with capers, olives, and herbs
Filetto di tonno, tuna fillet with sweet and sour onion served with capper sauce and grilled vegetables
Polpette di sarde in umido, sardines balls made with breadcrumbs, raisin, pinenuts cooked in a homemade tomatoes sauce
Sicilian pastries with almonds and choccolate
Sicilian cannolo, iconic crisp pastry tube filled with creamy ricotta, candied fruit, and a dusting of powdered sugar
Fresh fruit, fresh seasonal sicilian fruits, bursting with natural sweetness and vibrant island flavors
Burrata with datterino cherry tomatoes confit and basil
Beccafico sardine on cream of chickpeas and wild fennel
Tuna croquettes with homemade lime mayonnaise and caramelised red onion
Liquid pizza with san marzano tomatoes, buffalo stracciatella and micro basil
Carnaroli risotto with pumpkin and etna porcini mushrooms, buffalo blue cheese sauce, and nebrodi black pig guanciale
Fresh lasagna pasta with etna porcini mushroom, red prawns and saffron cream
Fresh prawns ravioli pasta with sicilian anchovies and eggplant sauce
Fresh tagliolini pasta with clams and sicilian lemon
Crispy zucchini blossom stuffed with mint and potato cream zucchini carpaccio and red hummus
King prawns gratin with orange and lemon zest, fennel and orange salad
Roasted sea bass, pansanella salad and bbqcorn sauce
Tagliolini pasta with octopus ragù, mint oil and toasted breadcrumbs
Hazelnut mousse from etna, crunchy dark chocolate and red berries
Modica dark chocolate mousse with nuts and salted caramel sauce
Sicilian lemon mousse with burn lemon powder
Small sicilian pastry
Impepata of mussels and black pepper
Tuna tartare with gold powder and pink pepper
Buffalo stracciata with anchovies and lemon zest
Spaghetti with clams and cherry tomatoes
Fresh scialatielli with octopus ragout and persil
Ravioli with pesto and clams
Daily catched fish fillet in potatoes crust and sprouts salad
Lemon’s delizia
Chocolate profiteroles
Babà with pastry cream and black cherries
Bags di genovese
Spiedini di formaggi e salumi con taralli
Involtini di caciovallo e prosciutto crudo
Sfere del sottobosco con tartufo fresco
Bruschette con funghi trifolati e tartufi neri freschi
Voulavent di formaggio gratinato e uovo
Cannelloni ricotta e spinaci
Lasagne alla bolognese
Lasagne al pistacchio
Tagliatelle funghi e tartufo fresco
Risotto zucca e gorgonzola
Gnocchi con crema di carciofi e chips di prosciutto crudo
Paella mista di carne e frutti di mare
Filetto di vitello in crosta alla wellington con salsa al vino rosso taurasi e parmentier di patate
Rotolini di tacchino in salsa agli agrumi con in insalata di finocchi e arance
Picaña al forno con salsa di funghi e tartufo fresco e insalata di pomodorini e frutta secca
Anatra al marsala e patate al forno
Assortimento di torroni e frutta secca
Pandoro farcito
Carpaccio di salmone affumicato
Bags croccanti di aragosta
Sfere marine
Tortino di mare con calamari e cozze
Gamberi in crosta
Tartar di salmone, pomodorini, crema di avocado, sfere di aceto al tartufo
Cocktail di gamberi
Capesante gratinate
Polpette di polipo com mayonese al lime
Spaghetti ai frutti di mare 3.0
Lasagne di pesce con beciamella di champagne
Linguine gamberi e zucchine
Risotto vongole e lime
Paella ai frutti di mare/ seafood paella
Risotto verde con cozze e gamberi
Orata al forno con erbe aromatiche con patate al forno e cipolle caramellizzate
Salmone in crosta di sfoglia e insalata finocchi e arance
Tagliata di tonno e parmentier di patate
Assortimento di torroni e frutta secca
Pandoro farcito
Fried chickpea fritters, lemon ricotta, and sicilian scottona carpaccio
Local red tuna tartare with nocellara extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper, caramelized giarratana red onion, buffalo stracciatella cheese, and crispy pistachio
Sicilian caponata with dark modica chocolate
Fresh tagliolini with sardines, fennel, raisins, and toasted breadcrumbs
Crispy zucchini blossom stuffed with mint and potato cream zucchini carpaccio and red hummus
Nebrodi suckling pig with marsala wine sauce and rosemary potates
Catch of the day baked en papillote with citrus panzanella salad
Sicilian lemon mousse with burnt lemon powder
Sicilian cannolo shell filled with ricotta cheese, orange zest, and toasted pistachios
Modica dark chocolate mousse
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 Calabria.
What does a private chef service include in Calabria?
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 Calabria?
The price of renting a chef in Calabria 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 55 EUR to 101 EUR. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 55 EUR per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 60 EUR per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 69 EUR per person, and for 2 people, the price is 101 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 Calabria?
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 21 chefs available in Calabria. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Calabria 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 Calabria?
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 Calabria each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Calabria, 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 Calabria.
Cost of a private chef in Calabria
The cost of hiring a private chef in Calabria 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 55 EUR to 101 EUR per person.
For 13 people or more: 55 EUR
For 7 to 12 people: 60 EUR
For 3 to 6 people: 69 EUR
For 2 people: 101 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 Calabria?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Calabria: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Italian, 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 Calabria!






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










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