Chef Cintia Diaz

Personal Chef in New York

I am a professional chef and graduate of The Culinary Institute of New York with a passion for creating memorable private dining experiences. After years in the restaurant industry, I chose to bring restaurant-quality cuisine directly into my clients’ homes, offering personalized and elevated dining experiences in an intimate setting.

Each menu is thoughtfully customized to reflect your preferences, dietary needs, and the occasion you are celebrating. From menu planning to the final presentation, I take care of every detail so you can relax and enjoy meaningful moments with your guests.

My culinary style is rooted in refined cooking techniques, complemented by the vibrant influences of my Latin heritage. I focus on seasonal, high-quality ingredients to create beautifully crafted dishes that are both elegant and memorable.

For me, cooking is...

My life's passion

I learned to cook at...

The Culinary Institute of New York.

A cooking secret...

A hidden gem in the kitchen... herbs.

My menus

Italian Cuisine

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Aged Balsamic Bruschetta - Heirloom tomatoes, Olive Oil, Basil, Feta Cheese

Strawberry Salad - Greens, Parmesan Cheese, Toasted Almonds, Strawberry Dressing

Goat Cheese Crostini - Pear, Roasted Almonds, Balsamic Glazed

FIRST COURSE

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Burrata - Baked Ciabatta, Grape Tomatoes, Burrata Ball, Balsamic Drizzle

Arancini - Arborio Croquettes, Marinara & Herb Oil

Fritto Misto -Crispy Vegetables & Garlic Aioli

Heirloom Tomato and Pomegranate Salad

MAIN COURSE

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Bolognese - Fettuccine, Beef & Pork Ragu, Parmesan Cheese, Fresh Basil

Risotto - Guanciale, Sundried Tomato Risotto, Aged Parmesan & Basil Oil

Gnocchi - Truffel Cream, Crispy Sage & Aged Pecorino

Linguine - Steamed Mussels, Chili Oil, Garlic, Leeks, Blistered Tomatoes & White Wine

DESSERT

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Brioche Almond Bread Pudding

Genoise Cake, Fruit Coulis, Chantilly

Classic Cheesecake

Luxe Experience

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Smoked Salmon Crème Fraîche, Chives, Lemon Zest

Tuna Tartare, Yellowfin Tuna, Avocado, Citrus, Sesame

Truffle Arancini, Aged Parmesan, Truffle Aioli

Goat Cheese Crostini - Pear, Roasted Almonds, Balsamic Reduction

FIRST COURSE

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Crab Croquettes, Lemon Herb Aioli

Beef Bon Bons Slow-Braised Beef, Herb Jus

Guanciale Risotto, Crispy Guanciale, Aged Parmesan, Fresh Herbs

Handmade Potato Gnocchi Seasonal Chef-Inspired Sauce, Aged Parmesan, Fresh Herbs

MAIN COURSE

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Herb-Crusted Steak, Truffle Potato Purée, Red Wine Demi-Glace

Herb-Crusted Chilean Sea Bass Saffron Rice, Roasted Asparagus, Lemon Beurre Blanc

Free-Range Herb Roasted Chicken, Parmesan Polenta, Seasonal Vegetables, Rosemary Jus

Tender Braised Lamb with Garden Herbs Rosemary Fingerling Potatoes, Seasonal Baby Vegetables, Vibrant chimichurri

DESSERT

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Brioche Almond Bread Pudding

Warm Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Ice Cream

Strawberry Preserves & Chocolate Mousse Vanilla Sponge Cake

Classic French

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Niçoise, Anchovies, Olives, Gem Lettuce & Tarragon Vinaigrette

Les Crudités

Charcuterie Board for the Table (4 Guests and Up)

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Burrata - Heirloom Tomatoes, Burrata Ball, Balsamic Drizzle

Pan seared Crab-cake, Tartar sauces lemon zest, tomatoes

Tuna Tartare, Shallots, Sesame, Green Onions

Prawn Cocktail, Tomato chutney, Pickled Red onion

MAIN COURSE

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Duck Breast A L'orange, Roasted Spring Vegetables

Filet Mignon melted blue cheese, Truffle Cream Potato Puree

Salmon Herb Lemon Dressing, Brussel Sprouts

Braised Short Ribs, Herb Polenta, Seasonal Vegetables

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Brioche Bread - Pudding, Crème Anglaise Ice Cream

Geneoise Cake, Fruit Coulis

Chocolate Cake and Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

Italian Menu

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Grape Tomato & Basil – Diced ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and olive oil

Prosciutto & Fig – Thin slices of prosciutto with fig jam

Anchovy & Butter – Anchovy fillets with cultured butter and parsley

Fennel & Orange Salad

FIRST COURSE

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Burrata - Baked Ciabatta, Grape Tomatoes, Burrata Ball, Balsamic Drizzle

Steamed Mussels with White Wine & Garlic

Arancini - Arborio Croquettes, Marinara & Herb Oil

Crispy Calamari & Garlic-Chili Oil – Lightly fried calamari rings drizzled with garlic chili oil and lemon zest

MAIN COURSE

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Pollo al Limone – Crispy Chicken, white wine wine, garlic fingerling puree

Tagliatelle al Ragù – Rich, slow-cooked meat sauce with fresh egg pasta

Ravioli di Ricotta e Spinaci – Classic ravioli filled with creamy ricotta cheese and spinach, served in a simple, creamy butter sauce with crispy sage

Prawns Risotto - Arborio, Sundried Tomato , Aged Parmesan & Basil Oil

Gnocchi al Limone – Potato gnocchi tossed in a creamy lemon sauce with a touch of olive oil and fresh herbs

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Brioche Almond Bread Pudding

Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Ice Cream

Genoise Cake, Fruit Coulis, Chantilly

Italian Experience

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Bruschetta Classica Focaccia, Vine-Ripened Tomatoes, Basil, Garlic, And Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Prosciutto & Melon Imported Prosciutto, Sweet Melon, Fresh Mint, And A Touch Of Balsamic

Burrata & Heirloom Tomato Creamy Burrata, Seasonal Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, And Aged Balsamic

Beef Tartare Thinly Sliced Tender Beef, Arugula, Shaved Parmesan, Olive Oil, And Lemon

FIRST COURSE

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Truffle Arancini Crispy Risotto Bites With A Creamy Mozzarella Center And Delicate Truffle Aroma

Italian Meatballs Classic Italian-Style Meatballs, Slow-Simmered Tomato Sauce, Fresh Herbs, And Parmesan

Ricotta & Spinach Ravioli Handcrafted Pasta Filled With Ricotta, Spinach, And Herbs, Finished With A Delicate Sauce

Fried Calamari Tender Calamari, Lemon, And House-Made Herb Aioli

MAIN COURSE

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Classic Italian Lasagna Layers Of Handmade Pasta, Rich Meat Sauce, Creamy Béchamel, Mozzarella, And Parmesan

Mussels Linguine Tender Mussels, Handmade Pasta, Garlic, White Wine, Fresh Herbs, And A Light Mediterranean Sauce

Chicken Parmigiana Tender Chicken, Classic Tomato Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, And Parmesan

Mediterranean Herb-Crusted Fish Delicately Prepared Fish With Mediterranean Herbs, Roasted Vegetables, And Lemon Butter Sauce

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Classic Tiramisu Espresso-Soaked Ladyfingers, Mascarpone Cream, And Cocoa

Limoncello Cake Light Lemon Cake, Chantilly, And Citrus Glaze

Chocolate Lava Cake Warm Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Gelato, And Chocolate Sauce

Brioche Almond Bread Pudding

Local Menu

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Strawberry Salad - Greens, Avocado, Cheese, Toasted Almonds, Strawberry Dressing

Gem Lettuce Pear, Pomegranate, Candied Pecans

Niçoise, Anchovies, Olives, Gem Lettuce & Tarragon Vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE

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Burrata - Heirloom Tomatoes, Burrata Ball, Balsamic Drizzle

Beef Tartare, Cornichons, Dijon , Capers & Toasted Baguette

Ceviche, Peppers, Onions, Lime, Lemon, Passion Fruit And Green Plantain Chips. | 16

Carnitas Tacos, Caribbean Cole Slaw, Hoisin Sauce, Chutney

MAIN COURSE

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Chicken Parmigiana, Mozzarella, Marinara Sauce

Country Pork Chop, Cheddar Grits, Scallion & Pepper Vinaigrette

Steak Chimichurri, Thyme Butter Sauce Braised Asparagus And Toasted Hazelnuts

Basil Pesto Sea Bass, Roasted Garlic Potato and Asparagus

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Flavors of Latin America

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FIRST COURSE

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Guacamole, Pico De Gallo, Caribbean Chips, Pomegranate

Ceviche, Peppers, Onions, Lime, Lemon, Passion Fruit And Green Plantain Chips. | 16

Carnitas Tacos, Caribbean Cole Slaw, Hoisin Sauce, Chutney

Cassava Croquettes, Criolla Sauce

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Roasted Chicken Served With Yellow Rice, Black Beans, Sweet Plantains And Avocado

Steak Frittes With Cilantro Sauce

Pork Chops Served With Yucca Puree Vegetables

Sautéed Shrimp In Garlic Served With Fried Green Plantains

DESSERT

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Brioche Bread - Pudding, Crème Anglaise Ice Cream

Tres Leches Cake

Genoise Cake, Fruit Coulis, Chantilly

Latin Menu

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Baby Gem Lettuce, Pear, Pomegranate, Candied Pecans

Strawberry Salad - Greens, Avocado, Cheese, Toasted Almonds, Strawberry Dressing

FIRST COURSE

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Empanadas, Cilantro Aioli, Slow-Cook Beef

Crispy Calamari, Sweet Cilantro, And Homemade Marinara Sauce

Stuffed Plantain Rolls

MAIN COURSE

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Chicken Stew Served With Yellow Rice, Black Beans, Sweet Plantains And Avocado

Pork Chops Served With Pigeon Pea Rice And Mixed Greens Topped With Pickled Onions

Sautéed Shrimp In Garlic Served With Fried Green Plantains

Linguine - Steamed Mussels, Chili Oil, Garlic, Leeks, Blistered Tomatoes & White Wine

Rib eye Steak, Yucca Puree, Red Wine Reduction

DESSERT

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Classic Cheesecake

Coffee Caramel Panna Cotta

Tres Leches Cake

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Chef Cintia's reviews

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Cintia’s cooking is consistently delicious. She is very organized, shops and preps everything efficiently, and every meal is thoughtfully prepared, labeled, and stored. She’s also a great communicator, adjusting recipes to our preferences. Most of all, she’s warm, kind, and a joy to have around.

Chef Cintia was even better than my high expectations. The food was outstanding. She was extremely self-sufficient but also very engaging when we asked questions or when it came to providing tips (which we found extremely valuable). What she was able to produce in our kitchen in such a short time really blew us away. Highly recommended.

Take a Chef was easy and convenient and Cintia was phenomenal!

Cintia has been incredible. She mad us a whole course tailored to what we wanted and it was an unforgivable experience. I really recommend her!

Thank you for the amazing Mothers Day dinner!

Incredible Chef! The meal was so delicious. I highly highly recommend!

Cintia was absolutely awesome. I have NOTHING negative to state. Cintia took my birthday to another level. The food was delicious. Cintia went above and beyond. She was patient and did not rush US. Cintia helped wherever she could. Cintia is not only an amazing chef she is now a life long friend. Thank you for making me feel special for my born day. ???? so thankful.

Amazing experience.

BLACK GIRL MAGIC

Hiring a private chef was the perfect addition to our Bridgerton themed bachelorette dinner party. The chef was very responsive leading up to the event and provided excellent menu options. She was able to accommodate some dietary needs requests for one of our group members and was open to substitution requests as well without hesitation, which we really appreciated. As a group of latina ladies it was great to also have a Latina chef. She fit right in as one of girls chatting and laughing along with us, being silly in our themed attire. She was very professional and left everything so neat and clean afterwards. The food presentation was beautiful and the food itself was delicious. I would highly recommend hiring her for a stress free pampering activity for the evening. ???? Thank you Cintia for everything!

Cintia was a pleasure to have in our home and the food was delicious! Can't wait to enjoy her cooking again in the future.

I would highly recommend Chef Cintia. She was professional, engaging, and friendly. She timed the dishes perfectly to our schedule and the food was excellent!

Amaing experience. The food was delicious and Chef Cintia did an amazing job. I would not only recommend her but will be using her again the future. A+++++

Chef Cintia made the most delicious Latin meal! Everything was cooked to perfect and we enjoyed every bite! Thank you!

Cintia prepared a four course meal for a group of 11. She was creative and communicative in advance of our meal, and unobtrusive but helpful when in my home. The meal - particularly the ragu and the blueberry pie but in all honesty someone tonight was telling me how much they liked the salad - was a huge hit. I have nothing but happy and grateful things to say about the experience and would highly recommend Cintia.

Chef Cintia prepared a vegetarian and gluten-free menu for a bachelorette party of 7 people. She is very communicative, professional, and was thoughtful in accommodating special dietary needs. The food was delicious and the menu was well thought out. Would highly recommend her for your next event.

My experience with chef Cintia was incredible from the beginning to the end. She was extremely attentive to all the details and gave us a first-class experience. The food was delicious and the stories behind each dish made us have an incredible time.

Cintia was AMAZING! So incredibly nice and also a great chef. We loved every single thing she brought out. Each dish was better than the last. We couldn’t believe it had been cooked in our kitchen! We would totally recommend Cintia for sure.

Chef Cintia was awesome to talk to, and the food she made for us was all so delicious! She made our Thanksgiving dinner a very special experience.

Cintia was amazing! A great meal!