Chef David Taylor
Private Chef in Davenport
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Passionate about cooking, paring and storytelling
I'm a private chef and culinary consultant serving Central Florida, specializing in gourmet on-site meals and full-service catering for any occasion. With over 20 years of industry experience, I bring a deep passion for culinary arts and a flair for creating memorable dining experiences.
My expertise spans a variety of offerings, from tapas and banquet-style catering to plated dinners, all enhanced by a refined knowledge of Tequila, Rum, and Wine pairing. Throughout my career, I've worked as a culinary arts instructor and private caterer, always blending technical skill with cultural appreciation.
While my roots lie in Mexican and Mediterranean gastronomy, my culinary journey has taken me across all continents, allowing me to explore and respect diverse cuisines and their rich histories. As a bilingual chef and culinary storyteller, I enjoy sharing these global influences through live cooking shows, whether in homes, offices, or corporate settings.
I'm proud to hold:
Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts
Certification in Oenology
ServSafe® Food Protection Manager
ServSafe® Alcohol Responsibly Certificate
Florida DBPR food safety provider
Certificate of Insurance (COI) for third-party general liability
Let me turn your expectations into an unforgettable culinary experience.

More about me
For me, cooking is...
My everyday passion and joy
I learned to cook at...
I've been cooking since age 12, but graduated with a bachelor's degree in hotel & business administration with a culinary arts specialization
A cooking secret...
Respect for the freshness of all the ingredients and background of every recipe
My menus
Caprese Salad // heirloom tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil, pesto, evoo, balsamic reduction
Garden Salad // Iceberg, tomatoes, black olives, Italian dressing, pepperoncini's, croutons, grated Parmesan
Italian Wedding Soup // veggie stock, baby spinach, Italian herbs, Acini di pepe, beef meatball
Raviolis // ricotta, spinach, pesto, pomodoro, Grana Padano, fresh basil, evoo
Pasta a la Nerano // Vegan zuchini pasta, evoo, basil, Parmesano e Pecorino, microgreens
Arancini // risotto croquette, beef ragu, Fontina, golden crisp, pomodoro, shave Parmesan
Polpette // hand crafted, herb ricotta, San Marzano, basil infused, Pecorino
Branzino // Sicilian classic alla puttanesca, tomatoes, olives, capers
Steak Marsala // center cut beef tenderloin, sweet Marsala wine sauce, Portobello, Porcini, Parmesan risotto
Piccata // pan seared chicken breast, lemon zest sauce, spinach, artichokes, capers, fresh zucchini pasta
Capesante // Pan seared sea scallops, evoo, black garlic, lemon, fresh parsley, pasta al nero di sepia
Grouper // Locally source, pan seared, fumet, lemon-butter reduction, Parmesan risotto
All Vegan Risotto // wild mushroom's, grilled Portobello, baby arugula, roasted cherry tomato's, squash reduction, black truffles
Cannoli // Ricotta & Mascarpone, chocolate chips & Pistachio, fresh vanilla, cinnamon oil
Tiramisu // Savoiardi dipped in coffee, Mascarpone, brandy, cocoa
Panna Cotta // dairy free, sweet corn, coconut milk, strawberry, passion fruit pearls, mango reduction
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Esquite callejero // grilled corn, epazote, mayo, cotija cheese and tajin
Sopa de tortilla // Chicken base tortilla soup, guajillo chiles, onions, cilantro and crema
Taquito dorado // corn tortilla, chicken tinga, guacamole, fresco cheese, crema, pico de gallo
Cochinita Pibil // Yucatan style pulled pork, achiote, orange, pickled onions, xnipec habanero infused
Carnitas // Michoacan style pulled pork carnitas, roasted green tomatillo salsa, pickled onions and cilantro
Tinga // shredded chicken, mild chorizo, Poblano rajas, agave, achiote, soft corn tortilla
Enchiladas // braised birria beef, Oaxacan cheese, roasted tomatillo, avocado, fresco cheese
Zarandeado Nayarit // red snapper, braised, huichol, avocado, mango-pineapple fresh salsa
Barbacoa de Borrego // barbacoa lamb meat in guajillo chile adobo, soft corn tortillas, onions, lime and cilantro
Carnitas // Michoacan style slow cook pulled pork carnitas, yellow rice and refried black beans
Chamorro Hidalguense // Slow cook roasted whole pork shank, handmade corn tortillas, onions, lime, cilantro and chile de arbol
Arroz a la tumbada // Seafood rice from the coast of Veracruz with shrimps, squid, mussels, octopus and calamari's in red guajillo salsa
Mole Oaxaqueño // Chicken thigh in red Oaxacan style mole sauce with cacao, chiles, spices, sesame seeds and Mexican crema, yellow rice and ripe plantain
Alambre de res // diced carne asada, fajita peppers, Oaxaca cheese, corn tortillas
Camarones // jumbo shrimps, grill fajita peppers, cilantro lime rice, guacamole,
Bread Pudding // artisanal bread, condensed milk, raisin, caramel, vanilla ice cream
Flan // Spanish vanilla & caramel custard, wild berries
Souffle // warm chocolate, Tequila infused, cajeta, wild berries reduction
Tres leches // tender sponge cake, coconut, meringue torched frosting, maraschino pearls
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Cheese board // Cheddar & Fontina, Prosciutto & Genoa, green grapes, crackers, dried fruits
Bruschetta // whipped ricotta and goat cheese, cranberry chutney, rosmary infused
Shrimps // Locally source, Jumbo, cocktail shooters, fresh dill
Crabcakes // homemade, blue lump crabs, creole tartar, lemon pearls
Caesar salad // Romaine lettuce, Cesar dressing, parmesan, baked herbs croutons
Steakhouse Filet // center-cut prime tenderloin, duxelles de champignons, loaded twice baked potatoes
Cheesecake // minis, fresh mint, wild berries reduction, graham crackers, strawberry pearls
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Miso soup // miso, silken tofu, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, green onions
Dumplings // pan fried, minced veggies, shiitake, ponzu soy sauce
Sushi // Faroe Island salmon, yellowfin tuna, king crab, avocado, cream, black tiger shrimp Niguiri
Hibachi Style// steak, chicken or shrimp, soy glaze, oyster mushroom's, stir fried rice, Yakisoba noodles, scallions
Souffle // warm chocolate, sweet matcha mochi ice cream, fresh mint
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Lobster Bisque // Florida's east coast spiny lobster, mirepoix, half & half
Seabass // Chilean, pan seared, sauteed spinach, evoo, microgreens, citrus caviar
Chateaubriand // grilled prime tenderloin with duxelles de champignons, potato medley, green pea puree
Pie // Floridian Key Lime, graham crackers, lime zest, merengue
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Caprese Salad // heirloom tomato, mozzarella, fresh basil, arugula, balsamic vinaigrette
Greek Salad // Feta, cherry tomatoes, kalamata, mini cucumbers, pickled onions and house balsamic vinaigrette
Lobster Bisque // Florida's east coast spiny lobster, mirepoix, fume, Cognac VSOP
Italian Wedding Soup // veggie stock, baby spinach, Italian herbs, Acini di pepe, beef meatball
Spring mix /// Lettuce mesclun, cherry tomatoes, beet chips, Julianne carrots, strawberry vinaigrette dressing
Raviolis // ricotta, spinach, pesto, pomodoro, Grana Padano, fresh basil, evoo
A la Nerano // vegan zucchini pasta, evoo, basil reduction, Parmesano e Pecorino
Pulpo a Feria // Galician style octopus, evoo, Spanish paprika, patatas, ajada
Capesante // pan seared sea scallops, black garlic, lemon butter reduction, dill, citrus caviar
Patatas Bravas // roasted potatoes, salsa brava, sundried tomato, alioli
Bruschetta // herb whip ricotta, confit cherry tomato's, basil reduction, glazed fig balsamic
Picatta // pan seared chicken breast, Pinot grigio, lemon zest sauce, artichokes, over pasta
Steak Marsala // center cut beef tenderloin, Marsala wine sauce, Portobello, roasted potatoes, steamed veggies
All Vegan Risotto // wild mushroom's, grilled Portobello, baby arugula, roasted cherry tomato's, squash reduction, black truffles
Scampi // garlic butter shrimp, pasta al nero di seppia, black garlic, confit cherry tomato, fresh basil reduction
Grouper // Locally source, pan seared, fumet, lemon-butter reduction, Parmesan risotto
Paella // classic Spanish Bomba rice, squid, octopus, mussels, clams, shrimp, piquillo peppers
Cannoli // Ricotta & Mascarpone, chocolate chips & Pistachio, fresh vanilla, cinnamon oil
Tiramisu // Savoiardi dipped in coffee, Mascarpone, brandy, cocoa
Panna Cotta // sweet corn, coconut milk, strawberry, passion fruit pearls, mango reduction
Cheesecake // lemon zest, fresh mint, wild berries, blackberry reduction
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Fruit Salad // seasonal fresh fruit, your gut, granola, mint, wild berries pearls
Avocado Toast // hass, fresh baguettes, microgreens
Eggs benedict // Canadian bacon, Hollandaise, toasted English muffin, sweet paprika, breakfast potatoes
Waffles // Organic maple syrup, wild berries reduction, banana, strawberries
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Moroccan Khobz & Mezze // Warm Moroccan-style bread served with extra virgin olive oil, marinated olives, whipped feta with preserved lemon, and roasted red pepper harissa
Moroccan Citrus & Heirloom Tomato Salad // Heirloom tomatoes, orange segments, mini cucumber, fresh mint and parsley, pickled red onion, toasted pistachios, preserved-lemon vinaigrette
Chermoula Roasted Vegetables // Rainbow carrots, cauliflower, zucchini, and sweet peppers roasted with chermoula, fresh herbs, and preserved lemon
Saffron Pearl Couscous // Pearl couscous with saffron, roasted apricots, dates, toasted pistachios, fresh mint, parsley, and citrus
Chermoula Branzino // Roasted Mediterranean branzino fillets with cilantro-parsley chermoula, preserved lemon, garlic, warm spices, and extra virgin olive oil
Ras el Hanout Lamb // Sous-vide lamb loin, finished over high heat and chef-carved, with ras el hanout, rosemary, garlic, pomegranate reduction, and fresh herbs
Saffron & Preserved Lemon Chicken // Moroccan-spiced chicken, saffron, preserved lemon, green olives, garlic, and fresh herbs, inspired by the traditional Moroccan tagine
Orange Blossom Panna Cotta // Delicate orange-blossom panna cotta with citrus, pistachio praline, fresh berries, mint, and a touch of honey
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