Chef Derrick Santiago

Chef At Home in New York City
Chef Derrick Santiago

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Cooking seasonal Contemporary American tasting menus executed with precision and hospitality

Chef Derrick Santiago

With 15 years of professional experience, Chef Derrick has trained in some of the country’s most respected kitchens, including Estela in New York and Alinea in Chicago, along with luxury hospitality experience at Four Seasons.

Specializing in modern New American cuisine, he creates elevated, seasonal menus designed specifically around each client’s preferences. Whether hosting an intimate anniversary dinner or a celebratory gathering with friends, Chef Derrick brings refined technique, thoughtful presentation, and warm hospitality into your home.

Every menu is fully customized, ingredient-driven, and crafted to create a seamless, restaurant-quality experience without leaving your dining room.

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More about me

For me, cooking is...

A passion and way to connect with others.

I learned to cook at...

All over the world in some of the greatest kitchens

A cooking secret...

Let ingredients speak for themselves through pricise technique

Book your experience with Chef Derrick

Specify the details of your requests and the chef will send you a custom menu just for you.