Chef Tony Hernandez

Private Chef in Playa del Carmen

Hola, I’m Tony your culinary friend

Cooking has been my passion since childhood, inspired by my parents and grandparents. After more than 20 years as a Executive Chef in restaurants , Hospitality and luxury cruise lines, I now share my love for food through private dining and cooking classes.

In my kitchen, you’ll discover the rich flavors of Mexican cuisine, blended with the international influences I’ve gathered while traveling and working abroad. From Hawaiian and Mediterranean to French and Caribbean ,every dish is crafted to create a unique culinary journey.

Whether you join me for a hands-on class or a private dinner, my goal is to make you feel at home, connect through food, and enjoy an unforgettable experience. ✨

For me, cooking is...

“Cooking is my passion and my favorite way to connect with people, sharing flavors and experiences from my journey.”

I learned to cook at...

“I learned to cook from the discipline of my parents, respect for traditions , care for ingredients & the experiences kitchens in different cultures

A cooking secret...

“Discover the Secret Behind Authentic Mexican Flavors”

My menus

Pura Vida Tacos

STARTER

All inclusive

Saldad bar :Cuccumber,Jicama,Lettuce,Lime ,Tomatoes,Onion

Salsas Roja (hot), verde w/ avocado, verde picante, pico de gallo

Chips salsa & guacamole

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Side orders Rice, black beans

Tortilla soup with chicharron

(Flour or corn tortilla, sopes o quesadillas)

MAIN COURSE

Choose 3 dishes

Carne asada Street tacos

Carnitas tacos

Fish tacos

"SOPES potatoes and chorizo Tomato cilantro sauce letucces , sour cream

Barbacoa de res / slow cookede brisket

Chicken Mole/ Pollo mole tacos

Chicken mole verde/ pechugas de pollo mole verde tacos

Chile relleno de queso

Carne asada con nopales

DESSERT

Choose 2 dishes

Fruit season sorbet /Nieve con fruta de temporada

Flan

Carlota Fresh Lime pie & fresh mango/Carlota pie frio de limón y mango fresco

Chocolate Mousse /Mousse de chocolate

Tropical Fruit popsicles

Mediterranean Dinner

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Bruschetta caprese

Roasted zucchini parmesan

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Red wine poached pear camembert cheese salad

Spinach, figs and prosciutto salad

Basil tomato bisquet

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Baked mediterranean salmon, red onion, cherry tomatoes, basil, olives, lemon caper butter sauce

Fillet of angus’ beef Mashed potateos with truffel oil and porcini mushrooms

Creamy toscan seafood linguine

Risotto Milanese gamberi and garlic lemon butter sauce

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Affogato, vainilla ice cream & coffe

Chocolate mousse and wild berries

Coffee Panna cotta

L opera

New year’s

STARTER

All inclusive

Crab cake basil aioli

Coriander Crusted Tuna, Watermelon , Black Sesame & lime guava dreesing

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Lobster bisque

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Beef tournado béarnaise sauce & Sea Scallops saffron butter sauce/ Filete mignon salsa bernesa & callo de hacha en salsa de azafrán

Fillet of beef truffle and oyster mushroom crust and wild berries and hibiscus demi glace Garlic mashed potatoes

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Chocolate Mousse with wild berries

Passion fruit cheese cake/ Pastel de queso y maracuyá

Mexicano Breakfast

STARTER

All inclusive

Granola yogurt

Season fruit / fruta de temporada

Orange juice

Cheese turnovers/ empanadas con queso

Apples and bananas/ manzanas y plátanos

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Breakfast potatoes/ papa desayuno

Salsa y guacamole

MAIN COURSE

Choose 3 dishes

Eggs any style/huevos al gusto

Black beans / frijoles de olla

Chilaquiles rojos

Huevos con chorizo

Tamales oaxaqueños

Cochinita pibi

Huevos rancheros

DESSERT

All inclusive

Bagels

Muffin

White and wheat bread/ pan blanco integral

American Breakfast

STARTER

All inclusive

Season fruits /fruta de temporada

Granola yogurt

Apples, bananas/platanos, manzanas

Orange juice/jugo de naranja

Cafe

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Breakfast potatoes/ papa desayuno

Bacon/ tocino

Ham/ jamon

Sausage/salchichas

Baked tomatoes/ tomates rostizados

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Scrambble eggs/ huevos revueltos

Eggs any style/huevos al gusto

Pancake / hotcakes

French toast/ pan frances

DESSERT

Choose 2 dishes

White or wheat bread/ pan blanco o integral

English muffins/muffin ingles

Sweet rolls/pan dulce

Bagels

Oaxaca

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

"SOPES" Tomato cilantro sauce letucces , sour cream

Tomatoe ,avocado, goat cheese, red onion, roasted seeds/ensalada de jitomates , aguacate, queso de cabra, c3ebolla morada y semillas tostadas

Tropical tostada tuna and fresh tropical fruits/ tostadad de atun y frutas frescas

Shrimp and mushrooms quesadilla /Quesadilla de camarones y setas en salsa

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Tradicional Sopa de tortilla

Black bean soup/Crema de frijol negro

Shrimp broth from la costa / Caldo de camarón de la costa

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Chicken Mole/ Pollo mole

Green mole sauce pork / Cerdo en mole verde

Catch of the day Chacahua / Pesca del día Chacahua

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Banana Muffin Covered with Chocolate & Fresh Fruit salad / Muffin de platano cubierto de chocolate y ensalada de frutas frescas

Chocolate avocado Mousse /Mousse de chocolate y aguacate

Passion fruit cheese cake/ Pastel de queso y maracuyá

A Symphony of Gourmet Flavors

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Tuna Tropical Ceviche Tostada ,/ Tostada Tropical de Atun

Watermelon Gazpacho/ Gazpacho de sandia con menta

Wakame, avocado, mango, edamame and ponzu salad / ensalada citrica con algas ,mango y edamame

Peruvian cebiche leche de tigre/ Leche de Tigre

Heart of palm & portobellos ceviche / ceviche de palmitos y portobellos

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

"SOPES potatoes and chorizo Tomato cilantro sauce letucces , sour cream

Bruschetta caprese bruschetta prosciutto

Crispy fried shrimp pops and sweet & sour sauce

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Chicken satay / satay de pollo

Watermelon and brie /Sandia y queso brie

Pita toast points with green apple a gratine camembert /Tostadito de pan pita manzana y queso camembert horneado

The sliders (lentil & rice patties)/ hamburguesa de lentejas y arroz

Chaya & Cheese Plantain turnovers / empanadas de chaya , queso y platano macho

Chicken flautas & guacamole

DESSERT

Choose 2 dishes

Brownies bites

Fruit season sorbet /Nieve con fruta de temporada

Passion fruit cheesecake /Maracuyá Cheesecake

Candy yucca

Candy sweet potatoes/Dulce de camote

ITALIA RIVIERA MAYA

STARTER

All inclusive

Antipasto "Prosciutto, Caprese mozzarella; roasted peppers"/Antipasto "jamon serrano, mozarela caprese, pimientos rostizados"

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Caribbean Lobster Minestrone / Minestroni caribeña de langosta

Capuchino bisque de langosta

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Raviole de espinaca, champiñón y ricotta/ Raviole de espinaca, champiñón y ricotta

Fresh fIsh with a lime basil butter sauce /Pescado fresco con salsa de mantequilla de albahaca y limón

Lasaña

Linguini de marisco Camarones, mejillones, vieiras con salsa de azafrán

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Tiramisu

Panna cotta

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Chef Tony's reviews

4.7

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26 services

Very good professional. Makes excellent meals. Since breakfast. Lunch and dinner. Excellent and we recommend AAA+++

Chef Tony and his wife Cynthia provided an amazing service! They were attentive and accommodated our special occasion and dietary requests. The food was amazing and Tony shared stories and information about the food. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Take A Chef provide clear concise instructions and Chef Tony was amazing. His dishes were amazing and he was super friendly. My family and I had the most amazing first chef experience ever and the bar has been set very high.

Chef Tony exceeded our expectations and we would highly recommend him for an at home chef. He gave us exactly what we wanted and we were so happy with the service we decided to book him for a second time during our stay as the experience was better than going to a restaurant, quality was superb and food was very delicious.

Excelente comunicacion con el chef, atendio todas nuestras peticiones y estuvo riquisimo. Gracias chef tony

If you're looking for a truly unforgettable dining experience in Playa Del Carmen, look no further than the incredible personal chef, Tony. We were fortunate enough to have him cook for us during our stay at an Airbnb, and it was hands down one of the highlights of our trip. From the moment Tony arrived, his warm and welcoming personality set the tone for the evening. He took great care to understand and accommodate our dietary restrictions and preferences, which made us feel truly cared for. It was clear from the outset that Tony's passion for his craft was matched only by his desire to provide an unparalleled experience for his guests. Each dish Tony prepared for us was a work of culinary art, showcasing his exceptional skill and creativity. The variety in flavors, textures, and presentation was absolutely delightful, taking our taste buds on a journey we won't soon forget. Tony's attention to detail and dedication to using the freshest ingredients further elevated the meal, ensuring each bite was as delicious as the last. What stood out most, however, was the genuine love Tony infused into every dish. His enthusiasm and excitement were contagious, making the entire evening feel like a celebration of food and the joy it can bring. Tony's engaging stories and anecdotes about his culinary journey only added to the overall ambiance, creating a personal connection that made the experience even more special. In summary, our time with Chef Tony was an absolute pleasure and a gastronomic adventure that we will cherish for years to come. I cannot recommend his services enough. If you're planning a visit to Playa Del Carmen and want to elevate your dining experience, don't miss the opportunity to have Tony as your personal chef. You will be blown away by his talent, passion, and the unforgettable memories he creates.

We loved the dishes prepared by Chef Tony. Would highly recommend.

Tony manejo toda la comunicación en la plataforma hasta que pague el servicio y entonces ya me mando la información por whatsapp. Todo salió maravillosamente bien.