Private Chef in Lecce
Rent one of our 102 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















How much does a private chef cost in Lecce?
For 6 people in Lecce, a private chef costs less than dinner out.
AVERAGE PRICE · 6 GUESTS
456 EUR
76 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 guests107EUR / guest = 214 EUR total
- 4 guests76EUR / guest = 304 EUR total
- 6 guests76EUR / guest = 456 EUR total
- 8 guests66EUR / guest = 528 EUR total
- 10 guests66EUR / guest = 660 EUR total
- 13+ guests70EUR / guest = 910 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.
102 Private Chefs in Lecce
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More than 1,000 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.29 Chef
The guests in Lecce have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.29.
4.57 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Lecce received an average score of 4.57.
4.43 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.43 average score.
4.79 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Lecce has been scored with a 4.79 on average.
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371 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Lecce
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Typical bruschetta and focaccia barese
Smoked beef carpaccio served with arugula mousse and parmesan chips
Gourmet salad of season
Roasted potatoes
Roasted and marinated vegetables with lemon
Pork ribs with bbq sauce
Pulled pork
Beef ribeye
Chicken pulled
Sausage and vegetable spit
Tiramisù
Cream with red fruits and white chocolate
Il vegetariano - misto verdure stagionali spadellate accompagnate da purea di fave
Catalana di gamberi - gamberi pochè con zucchine, carote, pomodorini e cipolla rossa
Polpo alla luciana
Arancini alla siciliana - pomodoro, mozzarella
Burrata e pomodorini infornati
Focaccia barese
Lingotto di parmiggiana
Tubettino al ragù di pesce bianco
Tubettino con cozze, pomodori infornati e crumble al limone
Orecchiette al pomodoro fresco, stracciatella e crumble di tarallo
Spaghettone al pesto di rucola, datterino giallo caramellato e stracciatella
Gnocchi di patate alla sorrentina
Calamaro alla piastra, zucchine alla poverella e olio alla menta
Filetto di orata in crosta di mandole, vellutata di carote allo zenzero
Bombette di alberobello
Pasticciotto leccese
Tiramisù
Cheesecake alle fragole
"frisa" typical apulian bruschetta with onion, tomato, basil and vinaigrette
Aubergine parmigiana (mozzarella, tomato, basil)
Platter of local cured meats served with fried pasta, spicy pepper sauce and caramelized onion
Peppered with mussels with croutons
Typical bari recipe: riso, patate e cozze ( rice au gratin with mussels and potatoes )
Broad beans and wild chicory with bread croutons with extra virgin olive oil
Vegetable soup basil scented
Bean soup with pork rinds
Spaghetti with mussels and cherry tomatoes
Mezzi rigatoni in two consistencies with chickpea cream, chilli pepper and rosemary
Orecchiette with tomato, caciocavallo and basil
Stewed rabbit hunter style
Beef roll with tomato
Mackerel terrine with potatoes and black olives
Baked stuffed aubergines au gratin (vegetarian dish)
Pasticciotto leccese
Zeppola di san giuseppe with cream and black cherry
Focaccia artigianale, con crema di ricotta, lardo di colonnata, verdure di stagione e noci
Frittino salentino (polpette, crocchette, verdure fritte)
Bruschette salentine con pomodorini aglio e basilico
Fave e cicorie
Carpaccio di barbabietola con mele verdi, scaglie di pecorino riduzione di aglio nero ed aceto balsamico
Terrina di patate al burro, parmigiano, mozzarella profumata alla noce moscata
Risotto alla zucca, fonduta di parmigiano e capocollo croccante
Lasagna alla bolognese
Cannelloni ripieni con carne, mozzarella e parmigiano
Ciceri tria e cozze (tipica pasta pugliese)
Tortellone, funghi di stagione,e fonduta di pecorino
Maritati al sugo fresco
Tagliatella al ragù bianco di salsiccia e funghi di stagione
Linguine zafferano e vongole
Zitoni (pasta lunga) con genovese
Bombette con fonduta di caciocavallo
Carne alla genovese
Filetto di pesce al forno, con patate
Brasata o di manzo con purè di patate al forno
Crostata con marmellata homemade
Tiramisù
Brownies con crema pasticcera
Degustazione di dolci di pasta di mandorle con calice vino carmerum (passito)
Tagliere di salumi nostrani e pizza bianca al rosmarino
Focaccia barese
Il vegetariano - misto verdure stagionali spadellate accompagnate da purea di fave
Arancini alla siciliana - pomodoro, mozzarella
Caprese di mozzarella
Polpette cacio e ovo, sugo della nonna e ricotta di masseria
Orecchiette al pomodoro fresco, stracciatella e crumble di tarallo
Orecchiette e cime di rape della tradizione
Orecchiette al ragù con involtini e polpette
Arrosto di manzo con funghi cardoncelli e patate
Arrosto misto della valle d'itria - capocollo, salsiccia e bombette
Stracotto di manzo servito in cestini di pane
Bombette di alberobello
Spezzatino di pollo all'ubriaca
Tiramisù
Brownies al cioccolato salato
Cheesecake alle fragole
Pasticciotto leccese
Octopus salad "in my own way" (several textures)
Grilled prawn and citrus salad
Tomato velvety with "cialledda" (typical bread, cucumber, onion) and burrata
Platter of local cured meats served with fried pasta, spicy pepper sauce and caramelized onion
Parmesan with eggplant
Spaghetti all' assassina (typical barese spicy dish) served with smoked burrata cream and basil chips , black olive dust
Asparagus and zucchini risotto, crispy zucchini flowers mantacato with "caciocavallo di grotta"
Mezzelune stuffed with onion caramelized and goat cheese served with rustic white sausage sauce
Fettuccine al barolo served with moscardini sauce
Sunflowers (filled pasta) stuffed with burrata and lemon served with yellow date sauce
Swordfish roll stuffed with breadcrumbs, capers and dried tomato, served with light parsley and white wine sauce
Marinated pork ribs with red beer and herbs
Veal ossobuco (sweetly cooked) served with red wine sauce
Crispy nordic cod on zucchini velvety
Piglet fillet lined with capocollo di martina served with light sauce of acquaviva and oregano onion
Snapper fillet in potato crust
Beef steak with caciocavallo cream arugula and dried tomatoes
Typical sweet of ricotta, pine nuts and chocolate chips
Tiramisu
White and lemon chocolate pannacotta served with red fruit sauce
Chocolate fondant with vanilla ice cream
Wrong millefeuille with chantilly cream and white chocolate
Insalata di seppie, olive celline, catalogna e maionese di polpo
Arancini alla siciliana - pomodoro, mozzarella
Focaccia barese
Burrata e pomodorini infornati
Arancino di baccalà, cipolla, olive e mayo ai capperi
Fusillone con melanzane, pomodoro e ricotta salata
Risotto allo zafferano, seppia ed il suo nero
Strozzapreti con pomodoro, cozze e nduja
Orecchiette alla crudaiola - pomodorini freschi, basilico e ricotta salata
Risotto ai porcini e gamberi
Polpette di pesce spada al pomodoro
Salsiccia calabrese dolce e piccante alla piastra
Capocollo lucano con patate e funghi
Arrosto misto della valle d'itria - capocollo, salsiccia e bombette
Calamaro alla piastra, zucchine alla poverella e olio alla menta
Tiramisù
Cheesecake ai frutti rossi
Pasticciotto leccese
Fave e cicorie - broad beans and chicory
Pittule - salento's pittule
Crostone di formaggio fresco e capocollo di martina franca - crostone of fresh cheese and capocollo di martina franca
Orecchiette al sugo e cacio ricotta - orecchiette with sauce and cacio ricotta cheese
Parmigiana di melanzane, mozzarella e basilico (anche per vegetariano) - eggplant, mozzarella and basil parmigiana (also for vegetarian)
Sagne n’cannulate alla ricotta forte - sagne n'cannulate with strong ricotta cheese
Involtini alla leccese al sugo di pomodoro ciliegino - leccese-style roulades with cherry tomato sauce
Polpette al sugo - meatballs with sauce
Pezzetti di manzo al sugo - chunks of beef in gravy
Piccola selezione di mignon alla pasta di mandorle (3 pz. per ospite) - small selection of almond paste mignons (3 pcs. per guest)
Tiramisù artigianale - homemade tiramisu
Torta pasticciotto - pasticciotto cake
A personal chef for any occasion in Lecce
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Lecce in December 2016, more than 102 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Lecce and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Apulia.
Starting in 2016, 1,067 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Lecce. To book your chef in Lecce, 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 371 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 1,313 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.57 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 1,067 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Lecce usually book menus around 80.7 EUR per person, including 4.51 courses, sharing an average of 4.73 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 Lecce.












Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Lecce.
What does a private chef service include in Lecce?
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 Lecce?
The price of renting a chef in Lecce 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 70 EUR to 107 EUR. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 70 EUR per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 66 EUR per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 76 EUR per person, and for 2 people, the price is 107 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 Lecce?
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 102 chefs available in Lecce. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Lecce 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 Lecce?
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 Lecce each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Lecce, 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 Lecce.
Cost of a private chef in Lecce
The cost of hiring a private chef in Lecce 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 70 EUR to 107 EUR per person.
For 13 people or more: 70 EUR
For 7 to 12 people: 66 EUR
For 3 to 6 people: 76 EUR
For 2 people: 107 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 Lecce?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Lecce: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Chef's special, 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 Lecce!






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










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