Private Chef in Ragusa
Rent one of our 77 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















How much does a private chef cost in Ragusa?
For 6 people in Ragusa, a private chef costs less than dinner out.
AVERAGE PRICE · 6 GUESTS
402 EUR
67 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 guests97EUR / guest = 194 EUR total
- 4 guests67EUR / guest = 268 EUR total
- 6 guests67EUR / guest = 402 EUR total
- 8 guests64EUR / guest = 512 EUR total
- 10 guests64EUR / guest = 640 EUR total
- 13+ guests46EUR / guest = 598 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.
77 Private Chefs in Ragusa
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More than 10,000 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.58 Chef
The guests in Ragusa have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.58.
4.76 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Ragusa received an average score of 4.76.
4.62 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.62 average score.
4.84 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Ragusa has been scored with a 4.84 on average.
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3,965 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Ragusa
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Chickpea fritters with verdello lemon
"ricotta fritta" (fresh ricotta coated with wild herbs fried in olive oil)
Orange, fennel and spring onion salad
Bbq artichokes in green sauce
"nzalata di sicci" (cuttlefish salad with artichokes)
Anchovies in pizzaiola sauce
Spaghetti with lemon pesto and black pig lard
Honey, pears and blue pecorino risotto
"gnocchi cco sucu" (fresh semolina flour gnocchi with black pig stew sauce)
"risotto mungibeddu" (cuttlefish ink risotto with fresh ricotta)
"pasta a catanisi" (artisanal maccheroni with fresh anchovies and wild fennel) + veg version
Ancient norma artisanal maccheroni and double ricotta
Basil gnocchi with seashore ragout
Busiate alla trapanese
Calamarata (squid, capers and candied lemon pasta)
Chitarra with octopus ragout
Paccheri with rabbit fondant stew
Smoked rabbit casserole
Veal, broccoli and olive skewers
"agnello che senapi" (charcoal cooked mountain lamb with wild greens)
Shrimp burgers in aioli sauce
Sesonal tuna cuts with sweet&sour onion and green sauce
Selection of bbq meats (black pig sausage, veal tenderloin, lamb ribs, horse or beef meatballs)
Sarde a beccafico (stuffed baked sardines with sweet&sour salad)
Pumpkin veal rolls with seasonal vegetables
Lemon pepper swordfish casserole
Lemon bathed daily catch with blossomed zucchini and capers pesto
Mandarin ricotta fresh cannolo
Almond blanc mange
Almond granita with fresh mulberries
Ancient watermelon pudding
Zuccotto ice cream
Wild fennel panna cotta with bitter orange candies
Regina elena
Peach crumble with almond ice cream
Jasmin soufflé, modican chocolate fondue, pistacho icecream
"mazara" shrimp tartare with campari gel and orange flavoured ricotta
Beef tartare with forest flavour
Tomato trilogy
Deconstructed modern primavera, tagliatelle pasta, herbed oil, pea puree, topinambur chips
Duo of panzerotti, lobster filling, champagne sauce, toasted pine nuts, salmon caviar
Green risotto with goat cheese espuma and crunchy nuts
Beef fillet “lardellato” with red wine jus, smoked potatoes fondant, pickled red onion
Grilled prawns on a cream of seafood and marjoram oil
Lamb rack with raspberry jus and winter vegetables
"zabaione" bruleé with fruit salad
Deconstructed "cannoli siciliani"
Trilogy of pear and “parmigiano” spuma 80% dark chocolate glace
Mixed shore and land fry
Charcoal baked potatoes, baked olives, heirloom tomato and aged pepper pecorino
Stuffed zucchini with pecorino fondue
Authentic fresh pasta alla norma
Risotto with sicilian kohlrabi and black pig sausage
Risotto with figs and aged ragusano cheese
"pasta a catanisi" (artisanal maccheroni with fresh anchovies and wild fennel)
Daily catch white fish in lemon bath with green shoots
Bbq stuffed squid in pantesca sauce
"agnello che senapi" (charcoal cooked mountain lamb with wild greens)
"tunnina cca cipuddata" (sesonal tuna with sweet&sour onion)
Bbq modica veal on black bee honey seasonal caponata
Pork loin with porcini and apples
Almond blanc mange
"cannolo espresso" (freshly made cannolo with ricotta and candied orange)
Ancient watermelon pudding
Aubergine rolls (vegetarian dish) / involtini di melanzane (piatto vegetariano)
Aubergine parmigiana (vegetarian dish) / parmigiana di melanzane (piatto vegetariano)
Aubergine deep-fried balls with dry tomatoes and fresh basil / polpettine di melanzana con pomodoro secco e basilico fresco
Salad catania style with tomatoes, black olives, red onion and salted ricotta cheese (vegetarian dish) / insalata catanese con pomodori, olive nere, cipolla rossa e ricotta salata (piatto vegetariano)
Sicilian-style potato and onion frittata / frittata di uovo con patate e cipolla alla siciliana
Chickpea fritters and sicilian-style potato croquettes (vegetarian dish) / panelle e crocchè di patate
Black bread crouton with buffalo stracciatella, minced dried tomatoes, and fresh basil (vegetarian dish) / crostino di pane nero con stracciatella di bufala, capuliato di pomodoro secco e basilico fresco (piatto vegetariano)
Caserecce norma style with aubergine, tomato sauce, fresh basil and salted ricotta cheese ( vegetarian dish) / caserecce alla norma con melanzane, basilico fresco e ricotta salata ( piatto vegetariano)
Fusillotti with fried zucchini, salted ricotta and fresh mint / fusillotti con zucchine fritte, ricotta salata e mentuccia fresca
Aeolian-style pasta with anchovies in oil, capers, green olives, fresh tomatoes and parsley (without anchovies for vegetarians) / pasta alla eoliana con alici sott'olio, capperi, olive verdi, pomodorino fresco e prezzemolo (senza alici per i vegetariani)
Pasta with sicilian pesto with basil, almond, cherry tomatoes and pecorino cheese (vegetarian dish) \ pasta con pesto alla siciliana con basilico, mandorle, pomodorini e pecorino siciliano (piatto vegetariano)
Pasta with pistachio, mushrooms and speck (without speck for vegetarians) / pasta con pistacchio, funghi e speck (senza speck per vegetariani)
Linguine with basil pesto with confit tomatoes and toasted almonds (vegetarian dish) / linguine al pesto di basilico con pomodorini confit e mandorle tostate (piatto vegetariano)
Paccheri (pasta) with swordfish, eggplant, fresh basil and dates tomatoes (no fish for vegetarians) / paccheri con pesce spada, melanzane, basilico fresco e datterini rossi (senza pesce per i vegetariani)
Pasta carbonara style (pasta with egg, guanciale, pecorino cheese, and black pepper) / pasta alla carbonara
Pasta all’amatriciana (pasta with tomato sauce, guanciale, and pecorino cheese) (without guanciale for vegetarians) / pasta all'amatriciana (senza guanciale per i vegetariani)
Swordfish rolls / involtini di pesce spada
Sea bream fillet with cherry tomatoes, olives and capers / filetto di orata con datterini colorati, olive e capperi
Sicilian meat rolls with oven-roasted potatoes / involtini di carne alla siciliana con patate al forno
Sicilian meat rolls with pistachio and philadelphia cheese / involtini di carne con pistacchio e philadelphia
Sweet and sour meatballs with caramelized onion / polpettine di carne in agrodolce con cipolla caramellata
Deep-fried ricotta mini balls with seeds fennel, wild fennel, and honey(vegetarian dish) / polpettine con ricotta, semi di finocchio, finocchietto selvatico e miele (piatto vegetariano)
Zucchini rolls with lamb's lettuce, parmesan flakes, and balsamic vinegar (vegetarian dish) / involtini di zucchine con insalatina di valeriana, scaglie di grana e aceto balsamico (piatto vegetariano)
Sea bream fillet with a citrus, wild fennel, and panko crust / orata con panatura panko agli agrumi e finocchietto selvatico
Crispy fried calamari rings with mixed green salad
Delicious dessert cup with crunchy biscuit crumble, mascarpone and gianduia mousse, and dark chocolate topping / bicchierino goloso con crumble di biscotti, mousse mascarpone e gianduia e topping al cioccolato fondente
Sicilian bronte pistachio cake with gianduia cream and crunchy pistachio topping / torta al pistacchio di bronte con crema di gianduia e granella di pistacchio
Tiramisù / tiramisù
Zesty lemon cheesecake mousse drizzled with forest coulis / mousse di cheesecake al limone con coulis ai frutti di bosco
Sicilian cannoli stuffed with ricotta & sicilian cannoli stuffed with chocolate mousse / cannoli siciliani con ricotta & cannoli siciliani con mousse al cioccolato
- cazzilli di patate alla palermitana, potatoes friters with garlic, parsley and black pepper
- parmigiana di melanzane, eggplants with tomatoes sauce, pecorino cheese and basil
- selezione di olive e formaggi, selection of sicilian olives and sicilian cheese from erei mountain
- busiate alla trapanese, fresh pasta with sicilian pesto (tomatoes, almond, garlic)
- linguine ai gamberi, linguine pasta with prawns, fresh tomatoes sauce and a bit of parsley and basil herbs
- spaghetti alla carrettiera, pasta with garlic, parsley, pecorino cheese and breadcrumbs
- spaghetti con le sarde e finocchietto, old style spaghetti with sardines and wild fennel
- polpette di manzo in agrodolce, meat balls with sweet and sour onion serve with breadcrumbed peppers
- carne alla pizzaiola, beef steak with tomatoes sauce, cheese, carrots served with mashed potatoes
- involtini di spatola, scabbardfish rolls with breadcrumbs and basil served with sicilian green and carrots salad
- lampuga (mahi-mahi) alla siciliana, mahi-mahi fish gently cooked with fresh sicilian cherry tomatoes, onion, capers, garlic and parsley, served alongside traditional sicilian vegetable caponata
- tiramisu siciliano, sicilian tiramisu
- lemon granita with meant garnish
- seasonal fresh fruit and dry fruit
- crudo di pesce, crudité of seasonal fish, red prawns, white prawns, scampi and marinated smoked swordfish
- calamari marinati, marinated calamari with capers, stracciatella cheese and a drop of evo oil
- polpette miste, sicilian zucchini blossom pancakes, palermitan potato croquettes and ricotta fritters
- tuma fritta, uova arriminate col pane fritto e canazzo, fried sicilian tuma cheese with fried bread and eggs served with vegetable caponata
- risotto ai frutti di mare with mussels, swordfish, calamari and prawns
- paccheri pasta ai crostacei, with maine lobster, langoustine and prawns
- maccheroni pistacchi e ricotta, pasta with pistacchio and fresh ricotta cheese
- penne al ragù, pasta with nebrodi mountain pork ragù sauce served with cured pecorino cheese
- calamaro ripieno, stuffed squid calamari with breadcrumbs, capers, pecorino, and lemon
- capone nelle foglie di vite, lampuga wrapped in vine leaves with olive oil & lemon emulsion, served with vegetable caponata
- agnello alla menta, mint-marinated lamb served with sautéed broad beans and onions
- farsumagru catanese, catanese-style stuffed beef roll served with mint-scented beans
- cannoli siciliani, sicilian cannoli filled with fresh ricotta
- selezione di dolci tipici siciliani, selection sicilian of typical dessert
- frutta siciliana di stagione, sicilian seasonal fruit
Selection of 5 appetisers vegetable and cheese based on market availability and daily inspiration
Selection of 5 appetisers meat based on market availability and daily inspiration
Selection of 5 appetisers fish based on market availability and daily inspiration
Selection of 3 first vegetable and cheese courses based on market availability and daily inspiration
Selection of 3 first meat courses based on market availability and daily inspiration
Selection of 3 first fish courses based on market availability and daily inspiration
Selection of 2 vegetable and cheese mains based on market availability and daily inspiration
Selection of 2 meat mains based on market availability and daily inspiration
Selection of 2 fish mains based on market availability and daily inspiration
Selection of 2 traditional desserts based on market availability and daily inspiration
Selection of 2 fruit desserts based on market availability and daily inspiration
Selection of 2 gluten and dairy free desserts based on market availability and daily inspiration
"bastaddi affucati" (traditional wine braised cauliflowers with pecorino, anchovies and black olives)
"insalata di cacocciuli" (artichoke salad with capers and sweet citrus)
"nzalata di sicci" (cuttlefish salad with artichokes)
"patati e iammuru" (charcoal baked potatoes and fresh shrimp)
"ricotta fritta" (fresh ricotta coated with wild herbs fried in olive oil)
Anchovies in pizzaiola sauce
Ancient grains, mussels and zucchini blossoms
Baked ricotta stuffed artichoke
Barbecue octopus, smoked burrata, fermented lemon
Black bee honey caponata
Bruschette with saffron pecorino and green lemon anchovies
Caprese soufflé
Cuttlefish, king shrimp and seasonal greens salad
Sicilian kohlrabi caesar salad
Orange, fennel and spring onion salad
Bruschette alla catanese with cauliflowers and anchovies
Curry telline
Grilled vegetables with almond pesto
Fuori di zucca con caprino, olive nere e menta
Fritturina (seasonal shore fish fry)
Fresh sicilian hummus and candied cherry tomatoes
Fava beans, octopus, coconut and tuna roe
Fermented anchovies, sheep curd, wild zucchini
Etna spring rolls
Eggplant croquettes with sundried tomatoes pesto
Daily catch tartare
"pasta a catanisi" (artisanal maccheroni with fresh anchovies and wild fennel)
"gnocchi cco sucu" (fresh semolina flour gnocchi with black pig stew sauce)
Calamarata (squid, capers and candied lemon pasta)
Eggplant ravioli in sun-dried tomato sauce
Eggplant swordfish ravioli
Ravioli di ricotta e ragusano vecchio ai carciofi e menta
Ravioli di ricotta, calamari e menta
Ravioli ricotta e porcini con gambero rosso
Chitarra al ragù di polpo (artisanal pasta with octopus ragout)
Chitarra al ragù di rana pescatrice e fiori di zucca
Chitarra al ragù di tonno e fiori di zucca
Vongole linguine with lemon cloud and zucchini blossoms
"risotto mungibeddu" (cuttlefish ink risotto with fresh ricotta)
Amberjack and zucchini blossom risotto with bitter almond juice
Etna porcini risotto with red shrimp, tangerine and almonds
Risotto tenerumi e cozze (zucchini sprouts and mussles risotto)
Honey, pears and blue pecorino risotto
Prawn, peach & saffron risotto
Risotto al cavolo trunzo e salsiccia di tonno
Risotto with charcoal roasted tomatoes, ricotta, black olives, herbs and honey
Summer truffle and red shrimp risotto
Sicilian saffron and bitter almond risotto
Ancient norma artisanal maccheroni and double ricotta
"agnello che senapi" (charcoal cooked mountain lamb with wild greens)
"tunnina cca cipuddata" (sesonal tuna with sweet&sour onion)
Amberjack ghiotta
Bbq lamb and wild greens in poor man's seasoning
Bbq stuffed squid in pantesca sauce
Bbq swordfish rolls with pine nuts and raisins
Bbq tuna belly on black bee caponata
Selection of bbq meats (black pig sausage, veal tenderloin, lamb ribs, horse or beef meatballs)
Selection of bbq seafoods (swordfish rolls, tuna belly, mackerels, prawns)
Sweet orange swordfish on the bbq
Swordfish or veal cutlet with bbq potatoes and seasonal greens
Sarde a beccafico (stuffed baked sardines with sweet&sour salad)
Roasted eggplant in sicilian sesami sauce
Pumpkin veal rolls with seasonal vegetables
Parmigiana classica
Lemon pepper swordfish casserole
Daily catch white fish in lemon bath with green shoots
Lemon leaf veal burgers
Lemon bathed daily catch with blossomed zucchini and capers pesto
Falsomauru (traditional sicilian beef roll)
Filetto di maialino, albicocche e porcini
"cannolo espresso" (freshly made cannolo with ricotta and candied orange)
Ancient watermelon pudding
Almond granita with fresh mulberries
Bianco mangiare alla mandorla amara, pesche di leonforte e gin
Cherry tiramisù
Cotumè al miele di ape nera e arancia candita
Jasmin soufflé, modican chocolate fondue, pistacho icecream
Peach crumble with almond ice cream
Traditional cassata
Wild fennel panna cotta with bitter orange candies
A personal chef for any occasion in Ragusa
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Ragusa in March 2017, more than 77 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Ragusa and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Sicily.
Starting in 2017, 10,091 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Ragusa. To book your chef in Ragusa, 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 3,965 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 11,605 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.73 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 10,091 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Ragusa usually book menus around 87 EUR per person, including 4.27 courses, sharing an average of 5.25 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 Ragusa.












Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Ragusa.
What does a private chef service include in Ragusa?
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 Ragusa?
The price of renting a chef in Ragusa 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 46 EUR to 97 EUR. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 46 EUR per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 64 EUR per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 67 EUR per person, and for 2 people, the price is 97 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 Ragusa?
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 77 chefs available in Ragusa. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Ragusa 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 Ragusa?
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 Ragusa each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Ragusa, 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 Ragusa.
Cost of a private chef in Ragusa
The cost of hiring a private chef in Ragusa 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 46 EUR to 97 EUR per person.
For 13 people or more: 46 EUR
For 7 to 12 people: 64 EUR
For 3 to 6 people: 67 EUR
For 2 people: 97 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 Ragusa?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Ragusa: 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 Ragusa!






Talk to our chefs in Ragusa
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