Chef Mert Barutçuoğlu
Chef At Home in Istanbul
Get to know me better
Rooted in passion for cooking, I find the greatest pleasure in the journey itself—where food becomes a shared moment of joy and connection
I’m Mert Barutcuoglu, a private chef specializing in ultra-luxury, tailor-made culinary experiences in Turkey and internationally. With over 15 years of experience in fine dining and Michelin-starred restaurants across London, Tokyo, San Francisco, Barcelona, and Istanbul, I bring a global perspective to refined, ingredient-driven cuisine.
My work focuses on exclusive private dining, in-villa experiences, yacht and jet catering, and bespoke chef’s table events. I create highly personalized menus that blend modern techniques with Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and contemporary European influences—always tailored to each client’s preferences and setting.
I combine fine-dining precision with warm, intuitive hospitality to deliver discreet, seamless, and memorable culinary experiences for a select international clientele.

More about me
For me, cooking is...
Cooking is my way of expressing creativity, turning simple ingredients into unforgettable experiences that nourish both the body and soul.
I learned to cook at...
I have studied Gastronomy and Culinary Arts at Yeditepe University
A cooking secret...
My secret is understanding people as much as ingredients. Creating experiences, not just dishes
Book your experience with Chef Mert
Specify the details of your requests and the chef will send you a custom menu just for you.








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