Chef Farid Oualidi

Private Chef in Fort Lauderdale

What sets me apart is my unique blend of traditional culinary techniques combined with innovative approaches to modern cuisine. My journey since 1997 has equipped me with insights into diverse culinary traditions, allowing me to craft dishes that resonate with a wide range of palates.

My dedication to culinary excellence, coupled with my rich industry experience, makes me a perfect fit for the Private Chef.

• Proven Leadership: Since 2001, I have successfully led the teams at several restaurants , as an Executive Chef, maintaining the highest standards in food quality and sanitation.

• Extensive Culinary Expertise

For me, cooking is...

about people, the best way of showing passion, love, knowlegde and mainly sharing.

I learned to cook at...

home with with some friends, which turned into a professional career toward the end.

A cooking secret...

There's none, mother nature handed everhing to us all we gotta do is treat it with most respect and honesty.

My menus

Italian Buffet

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Salumi e formaggi Mixed artisanal cured meats & cheeses/ fried fruits/ jams / croutons

Shrimp cocktail Chilled poached shrimp/ classic cocktail sauce/ fresh lemons

Caesar Salad Crisp Romaine hearts/ herb croutons/ parmesan cheese/ caesar dressing

Caprese Heirloom tomatoes/ burrata/ olive oil/ balsamic vinegar/ fresh basil

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Penne with creamy pesto sauce

Rigatoni Bolognese

Ziti with pearl mozzarella, fresh tomato sauce, extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil

Mixed Veggies Grilled mixed vegetables , rosemary balsamic vinaigrette

Creamy Polenta

MAIN COURSE

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Chicken Piccata Sauteed chicken breast/ lemon caper sauce

Rosemary Lamb rack Sliced lamb/ rosemary/ garlic confit lemon vinaigrette

Tuscan Salmon Creamy mushroom sauce

DESSERT

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Tiramisu

Lemon Meringue Tarte

Italian Family Menu

STARTER

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Beef Carpaccio/ truffle aioli/ crisp capers/ ciabatta toast/ shaved parmesan

Roasted Jumbo shrimp/ lemon oreganata

Camapari Caprese/ campari tomatoes/ burrata filing/ balsamic pear/ basil infused olive oil

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Caesar Salad Crisp Romaine hearts/ herb croutons/ parmesan cheese/ caesar dressing

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Veal Milanese/ arugula salad/ campari tomatoes/ aged balsamic./olive oil/ parmesan shavings

Branzino al Forno, lemon caper butter

"Agnello Scottadito", Grilled lamb chops, rosemary jus

Choose 2 side: Roasted rosemary potatoes- charred broccolini - sauteed spinach- braised saffron tomto fennel

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Tiramisu

Lemon Meringue tarte

Chocolate -Hazelnut Semifreddo

Seafood Night Menu

STARTER

All inclusive

"carpaccio de Tomate & burrata" thin sliced heirloom tomatoes/ balsamic ving/ basil olive oil

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

"Carabinero a la plancha" sauteed fresh key west prawns, saffron aioli

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Surf & turf / Filet Mignon/ Lobster Tail

Branzini Meuniere/ cauliflower florets/ potato pearls/ lemon herb butter sauce

Cedar Plank Salmon Honey glazed salmon/ baby bok choy. jasmine rice

DESSERT

All inclusive

Banana bread pudding brioche white chocolate salted caramel

Yacht Picnic Menu

STARTER

All inclusive

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Charcuterie Board Fine Cured Meats/ Artisanal Cheeses/ Mixed Gourmet Jams/ Olives/ Dried Fruits/ Mixed Breads

Smoked fish Platter Smoked salmon/ Smoked Sturgeon/ Smoked Trout/ Cream Cheese/ Cucumbers/ Pickled Onions/ Capers/ Dill/ Tomatoes/

Seafood Platter $55 add per per Chilled Maine Lobster/ Fl Stone Crabs/ Poached Key West Shrimp/ Shucked Fresh Oysters Cocktail sauce/ Mustard Sauce/ Mignonette/ Fresh lemons/ Crackers ((upon season availability)

Caviar Service* ($55 add pp) blinis, creme fraiche and all accouterments

MAIN COURSE

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Mini Sandwiches/Prosciutto & Mozzarella/ Arugula/ Olive oil/ Balsamic/ Ciabatta Bread

Roast Beef/ Brie Cheese/ Bibb Lettuce/ Mayo Mustard/ Baguette

Grilled Chicken/ Roasted Peppers/ Mozzarella/ Balsamic Glaze/ Olive Oil/ Ciabatta Bread

Croissant Sandwich/ Ham/ Gruyere/ Cornichons/ Dijon Mustard

Grilled Vegetable Sandwich Eggplant/ Peppers/ Zucchini/ Burrata/ Balsamic Vinaigrette

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Mixed Mini sweets Chocolate Brownie/ Chocolate Chip Cookies

Seasonal Mixed Fruits

Burthday menu

STARTER

All inclusive

Lobster salad/ chilled lobster/:avocao/ heirloom tomatoes/ bibb lettuce/ mango/ ciitrus vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Pistachio crusted Lamb rack / potato lyonnaises/ garlic confit/ rosemary jus

DESSERT

All inclusive

Brioche banana bread Slated caramel/ vanilla creme anglaise

Shower Buffet

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Salumi e formaggi Mixed artisanal cured meats & cheeses/ fried fruits/ jams / croutons

Caesar Salad Crisp Romaine hearts/ herb croutons/ parmesan cheese/ caesar dressing

Caprese Heirloom tomatoes/ burrata/ olive oil/ balsamic vinegar/ fresh basil

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Bread Basket

Grilled Mixed Vegetables

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Chicken Picata Sauteed chicken breast/ lemon caper sauce

Cedar Plank Salmon/ gremolata

Pesto Shrimp Pasta/ local shrimp/ creamy pesto sauce

DESSERT

All inclusive

Mini Key lime custard Chocolate mousse

Christmas Dinner Menu

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Seafood Platter $35 add on per per Chilled Maine Lobster/ Fl Stone Crabs/ Poached Key West Shrimp/ Shucked Fresh Oysters Cocktail sauce/ Mustard Sauce/ Mignonette/ Fresh lemons/ Crackers ((upon season availability)

Oysters Rockefeller/ broiled oysters/ herb bread crumb/ pernod butter/ fresh lemon

Maryland Crab cake Grainy Mustard Sauce./Micro Salad

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Salad Wedge Campari Tomatoes Blue Cheese Bacon Chives

Chopped Salad Endive/ Radicchio/ Arugula/ Anjou Pear/ Toasted Walnuts/ Gruyere/ Sherry Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

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Starter Jumbo Lump Crab cocktail Remoulade SaHerb Crusted Rib Roast Duchesse Potatoes/ Roasted Asparagus / Bordelaise Sauce/ Horseradish cream

Lobster thermidor / charred broccolini/ sweet potato puree/ gr asparagus

DESSERT

All inclusive

Starter Jumbo Lump Crab cocktail Remoulade Sauce Appetizer Oysters Rockefeller Broiled Fresh Oysters/ Herb Creamed Butter Crumbs * Salad Wedge Campa“Buche De Noel” Chocolate Yule log / Chocolate Shavings Petits Fours Platter

Steakhouse Dinner

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Lobster Bisque Silky smooth lobster soup/ sherry/ creme fraiche

Shrimp Cocktail Chilled large prawns/ cocktail sauce/ lemon wedge

Oysters Rockefeller/ broiled oysters/ herb bread crumb/ pernod butter/ fresh lemon

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Caesar Salad crisp romaine lettuce/ classic caesar dressing/ ciabatta parmesan tuile

The Wedge Center cut iceberg/ bacon bits/ blue cheese dressing / grape tomatoes/ chives

Endive Salad/Belgian endive/ roquefort cheese/ grapes/ walnuts/ sherry vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Filet Mignon Center cut filet/ bearnaise sauce

Ribeye Steak Coffe rub seasoning

Steak Au poivre Seared prime NY steak / classic au poivre sauce

Hanger Steak Sliced butcher steak/ chimichurri sauce

Broiled Lobster / Lemon garlic butter/ lemon

Surf & Turf ½ maine lobster/ 6 oz center cut filet/ beanaise sauce & Lemon garlic butter

Loch Duart Salmon Seared center cut Scottish Salmon / Lemon Dill beurre blanc

Diver Scallops Fennel pollen dusted seared sea scallops/ brown butter sauce/ capers/ california raisins

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Banana bread pudding brioche white chocolate salted caramel

Lemon meringue tart/ raspberry coulis

Chocolate Tart Hazelnut praline/ chocolate cremeux

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Chef Farid's reviews

4.88

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46 services

Chef Farid was absolutely incredible! He was so accommodating and his food was absolutely delicious! He worked with me to create the perfect menu for our Mother’s Day dinner and the execution was no less than perfect! Thank you Chef Farid! See you soon!

I highly recommend Farid. From start to finish everything went smoothly. Dinner was perfectly executed and delicious. Filet and lobster were cooked exactly right and all sides were amazing. Next time we are in Florida we will definitely call him for our dinner party. Everyone in our group loved it!

We had an incredible experience with Chef Farid for a private dining event with three families. From start to finish, everything was handled with professionalism and care. The food quality was outstanding, every dish was thoughtfully prepared and absolutely delicious. The service was smooth and well organized, and Chef Farid made the entire evening feel relaxed and enjoyable. His hospitality really stood out, warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. We highly recommend Chef Farid for anyone looking to host a private dining experience. It exceeded our expectations in every way.

Awesome

10/10 experience! Would recommend him to anybody (and already did to some friends in the area!). All dishes were amazing & chef could not have been more accommodating. Made for a wonderful evening!

Farid did an incredible job!! Would use him again in a second

We had the absolute pleasure of hiring Chef Farid during our stay, and he exceeded every expectation. Every meal he prepared was phenomenal — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You could truly taste the care and passion he puts into his cooking. Beyond his incredible culinary talent, Farid brought such warmth and professionalism to every interaction. He was attentive to our preferences, always punctual, and made each meal feel like a special experience. If you’re looking for a private chef who combines world-class skill with genuine hospitality, Chef Farid is the one. We can’t recommend him highly enough and would hire him again without hesitation.

Hired Farid as a private chef for dinner at home—total hit. Showed up on time, super friendly and flexible, tweaking dishes to what we wanted and chatting about ingredients. Food was killer: fresh, flavorful stuff that looked amazing on the plate. Loved the stories he shared about each dish from his background—it made the whole thing fun and interactive. If you need a chef who’s skilled and chill, go with Farid. 10/10, would hire again!

Great communication, amazing preparation. Thank you for accommodating additional requests! I would certainly use him again.

Chef Farid was great. He handled our complex requests with ease, he prepared great meals and he engaged with some humour too. Highly recommended!

Chef Farid was INCREDIBLE. We celebrated my mother's 80th birthday dinner and it was like having a five star restaurant in our dining room. I would highly recommend Chef Farid for ANY and ALL occasions. We look forward to working with Chef for all our needs in the future. He excelled in every aspect of preparing and serving our meal.

Engaging and food was good

Chef Farid was great and I would highly recommend working with him! It was very easy to coordinate with him to set the menu and the plan for the night. Communication was very quick and easy. And of course, the food: it was incredibly tasty and beautiful! Chef Farid served a great Italian dinner for me, my husband, and my parents to thank my parents for paying for my wedding. It was a very special night and we were all beyond pleased. Chef Farid was very fun to chat with and there was never any awkwardness or confusion. He truly went above and beyond in several ways to make our experience special. I would absolutely work with him again and would genuinely recommend him to anyone wanting a delicious, fun, relaxed, high quality, and beautiful private dining experience :)

Chef FARID was amazing, entertaining and very personable. He took the time to explain how he was preparing each dish and he was a delight for our intimate dinner party. Thank you!!