Chef Geza Gosztola

Private Chef in Camano

As a Hungarian native, I graduated from Sopron Culinary Arts School in 1993 and worked on European Luxury Ships and Restaurants, i.e. the one Michelin star Jardin De Paris as an executive chef. I have been working as a professional private chef for renowned celebrities and their families and I extend my services for special events and parties.

Whether you have a love for comfort food or are interested to dabble with fine-dining International cuisines, I am well-versed in creating meals from scratch that not only satisfy the palette but are guaranteed to be healthy and organic (Farm to Table). My training was with classic Hungarian and French cuisines, but over the years have developed a specialty with varieties of European, Thai, Chinese, and Indian dishes.

I also specialize in vegan/vegetarian cuisines as well as those with dietary restrictions/limitations (i.e. KETO, no sodium, gluten-free, Paleo, raw, California Spa), I always keep my client's needs in front of anything.

I work as a private chef at my clients' residences and do my best to create pleasant and unforgettable events for them.

For me, cooking is...

It is my passion and goal to provide wholesome, delicious meals to my clients

I learned to cook at...

I was fortunate to learn culinary practices in Hotel Hansag in Hungary

A cooking secret...

Treat fully organic, non-GMO ingredients with care and enjoy cooking, and entertain my patrons.

My menus

Italian/Mediterranean - Indulge

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Grape leaves stuffed w/roasted grapes, pistachios, barley, and ricotta w/oven dried roma tomato-fermented black garlic vinaigrette

Hummus and baba ganouj w/toasted pita, fried shallots, crudités (selection of sliced raw veggies)

Amuse bouche- organic Medjool date stuffed w/Feta and toasted almonds

Composed salad of avocado, grape tomatoes, fried shallots, tangerine, manouri cheese and toasted pine nuts drizzled w/Extra Virgin Olive oil

Frutti di mare- chilled shrimp, mussels, calamari, bay scallops, capers, olives, celery, peppers, parsley and lemon-olive oil dressing

Composed salad of mango avocado, grilled asparagus and hearts of palm w/toasted pine nut vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE

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Mediterranean Soup

Traditional Italian Minestrone Soup

Hungarian Green Peas Soup

Cold Hawaiian Pineapple Soup

Chilled cucumber soup

MAIN COURSE

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Mediterranean Branzino on Roasted leeks, carrots, zucchini and yellow squash served w/lobster sauce

Porcini risotto w/tofu, Cipollini onions, currants, roasted pine nuts (vegetarian)

Tuscan Fruits of the Sea w/Fresh Tomato Linguini

Roast pork bites served on arugula w/rosemary roasted potatoes, trumpet mushrooms, shallots and shaved parmesan drizzled w/lemon-olive oil dressing

Green apple-bacon-shallot crusted Wild-caught salmon w/lemon sauce, vegetable orzo pilaf

Grilled wild sea bass w/ cauliflower purée, fennel, cherry tomatoes, velvety lemon sauce

Beef Filet Medallions with Red Pepper Sauce and Fettuccini

Bay Scallops w/Linguine Alfredo

The ultimate Bolognese pasta - homemade pappardelle , ground beef-pork , fresh parmesan cheese

DESSERT

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Local - Indulge

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Arugula w/grapefruit, avocado, pickled red onions, queso blanco, spiced pecans, lemon-dijon vinaigrette

Composed salad of avocado, grape tomatoes, fried shallots, tangerine, feta cheese and toasted pine nuts drizzled w/Extra Virgin Olive oil

Kickass guacamole w/pomegranate and radish, fresh made chips (vegetarian)

Beautiful Heirloom Tomato Salad

Bluefin Tuna Handroll

Ceviche of bay scallops w/jicama, celery, onion, habanero and avocado

Côte d'Azur endive & watercress salad w/roasted beets in a Champaign vinaigrette

Cucumber Delight - cucumber slices stuffed with seasoned cream cheese

FIRST COURSE

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Brie en croute w/caramelized onion-pear chutney

Grilled polenta w/exotic mushrooms and asiago (vegetarian)

Coquilles St. Jacques Scallops braise in Black truffle summer tomato sauce

Frutti di mare- chilled shrimp, mussels, calamari, bay scallops, capers, olives, celery, peppers, parsley and lemon-olive oil dressing

Escargot stuffed mushroom

Poached lobster tail over Swiss chard with fennel citrus Buerre blanc

MAIN COURSE

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Beef Filet medalliions with Red Pepper Sauce and Fettuccini

Beef Filet Mignon with Roasted Cippolini Onion, Pommes Puree, and Bordelaise Sauce

Salmon Veracruz w/tomatoes, almonds, capers, raisins and chile de arbol served w/spanish rice

Porcini risotto w/tofu, cheese, Cipollini onions, currants, roasted pine nuts (vegetarian)

Mediterranean steak bites served on arugula w/rosemary roasted potatoes, trumpet mushrooms, shallots and shaved parmesan drizzled w/lemon-olive oil dressing

Basque chicken breast w/chorizo, chickpeas, tomato and smoked paprika w/herbed rice pilaf

Bay Scallops w/Linguine Alfredo

Glazed duck breast & confit of thigh on a succotash of sweet corn, edamame, leeks, applewood-smoked bacon and heirloom carrots with red cabbage stew with apples, oranges, and grapes

Bistecca a-la Fiorentina - dry aged steak with oregano-basil roasted baby potatoes and black truffle chianti sauce

Coq au vin - braised chicken with burgundy wine, baby vegetables, seasonal mushrooms

The ultimate Bolognese pasta - homemade pappardelle , ground beef-pork , fresh parmesan cheese

DESSERT

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Crème Caramel

Apple Strudel Served with Vanilla Ice Cream

Flourless chocolate torte

Basque cheesecake w/strawberry coulis

Crete Island cheesecake with citrus coulis

Tiramisu - Dark Chocolate, Mascarpone Crema, Lady Finger Cake, Chocolate Gelato

Matcha-vanilla cheesecake

Fusion/Surprise - Basic

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Kickass guacamole w/pomegranate and fresh made chips

Thai Roll with shrimp and glass noodles

Cucumber Delight stuffed with cream cheese (vegetarian)

Arugula salad, fresh strawberries, shaved red onion, cherry tomatoes, parmesan crisps and a balsamic reduction

3 assorted salsas w/chips

Amuse bouche- organic Medjool date stuffed w/Feta and toasted almonds

Beetroot Delight

Caesar salad - Caesar dressing, and croutons

Chilled gazpacho, snow peas, chipotle, pepitas

Chilled cucumber soup

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Pad Thai with chicken, beef, pork, or kickass marinated tofu

Exotic mushroom quesadilla (vegetarian option available)

Basque chicken breast w/chickpeas, tomato and smoked paprika w/herbed rice pilaf

Bay Scallops w/Linguine Alfredo

Beef Filet medalliions with Red Pepper Sauce and Fettuccini

The ultimate Bolognese pasta - homemade pappardelle , ground beef-pork , fresh parmesan cheese

Coq au vin - braised chicken with burgundy wine, baby vegetables, seasonal mushrooms

Hot N' Spicy - Stir-fried choice of meat with bamboo shoot, mushrooms, hot peppers, bell peppers, onions in brown sauce

Mongolian Beef (spicy) w/Jasmine Rice

Chicken Butter Masala Served with Basmati Rice

DESSERT

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Mango Sticky Rice (Khao Niao Mamuang)

Galaktoboureko - traditional Mediterranean dessert of semolina custard baked in filo

Apple Strudel Served with Vanilla Ice Cream

Lemon-ricotta cheesecake w/roasted grapes

Basque cheesecake w/strawberry coulis

Caramelized peach cheese cake w/coconut

Chocolate Mousse Napoleon

Flourless chocolate torte

Hot Chocolate Soup with Whipped Vanilla Custard

Matcha-vanilla cheesecake

Tiramisu - Dark Chocolate, Mascarpone Crema, Lady Finger Cake, Chocolate Gelato

Seafood - Basic

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Mexican shrimp cocktail w/tomatoes and avocado

Fruit de Mare A La Marseilles (Luxury Seafood Salad)

Chilled gazpacho, snow crab meat, chipotle queso fresco, pepitas

Sushi - salmon roll, pickled ginger, wasabi

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Shrimp Paella

Frutti di mare - shrimp, mussels, calamari, bay scallops, w/wild mushroom risotto

Pan fried branzino topped with Romesco sauce, dill potatoes, cherry tomatoes, arugula

Salmon Veracruz w/spanish rice

Salmon Chazuke - cooked rice, salmon fillets, salt, daikon, nori sheets, wasabi, and green tea

Greek braised salmon with lemon-spinach orzo pilaf w/feta and garbanzo beans

Porcini risotto w/salmon or shrimp, cheese, pearl onions, currants, roasted pine nuts

Mediterranean Wild Caught Salmon on Roasted leeks, carrots, zucchini and yellow squash served w/dill sauce

DESSERT

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Lemon-ricotta cheesecake w/roasted grapes

Crème Caramel

Chocolate Mousse Napoleon

Grilled peaches over lemon poundcake topped w/vanilla bean ice cream drizzled w/dark rum-caramel sauce

Apple Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream

Apple Strudel with Vanilla Ice Cream

Basque cheesecake with strawberry coulis

Flourless chocolate torte

Mediterranean Essences

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Cucumber Delight - Fresh cucumber salad seasoned to your preference

Grape leaves stuffed w/roasted grapes, pistachios, barley, n'duja, and ricotta w/oven dried roma tomato-fermented black garlic vinaigrette

Hummus and baba ganouj w/toasted pita, fried shallots, crudités (selection of sliced raw veggies)

Amuse bouche- organic Medjool date stuffed w/Feta and roasted almonds

Composed salad of avocado, grape tomatoes, fried shallots, tangerine, manouri cheese and toasted pine nuts drizzled w/saba and Extra Virgin Olive oil

FIRST COURSE

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Roasted Garlic-carambola Triple Blue cheese Bruschetta w/Mediterranean relish

Frutti di mare- chilled shrimp, mussels, calamari, bay scallops, capers, olives, celery, peppers, parsley and lemon-olive oil dressing

Garlic studded whole roasted broccoli crown w/black garlic romesco

Warm poached leeks ala grecque- manouri cheese, oil cured olives, tomato, lemon, oregano, Extra Virgin Olive oil

Baked chevre, soft lettuces, olive tapanade, braised fennel, dijon-shallot vinaigrette

Heirloom tomato caprese, grilled burrata wrapped in radicchio w/basil, pink sea salt, cracked black peppercorn, balsamic and Extra Virgin Olive oil

Creamy polenta w/exotic mushrooms and asiago

MAIN COURSE

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Roasted pork fillet with sweet onion sauce, steamed red cabbage and shredded potato salad

Green apple-bacon-shallot crusted Faroe island salmon w/lemon Beurre blanc over vegetable orzo pilaf

Porcini risotto w/scallops or shrimp, taleggio cheese, Cipollini onions, currants, roasted pine nuts

Mediterranean steak bites served on arugula w/rosemary roasted potatoes, trumpet mushrooms, shallots and shaved parmesan drizzled w/lemon-olive oil dressing

Greek braised lamb cutlets over lemon-spinach orzo pilaf w/feta and garbanzo beans

Basque chicken breast w/chorizo, chickpeas, tomato and smoked paprika w/herbed rice pilaf

Mediterranean Swordfish on Roasted leeks, carrots, zucchini and yellow squash served w/lobster sauce

Lobster Bisque w/Cognac, Two-colored Cauliflowers, Pommes Puree

DESSERT

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Tangerine tapioca

Chocolate Mousse with Kahlua

Lemon-ricotta cheesecake w/roasted grapes

Grilled peaches over lemon poundcake topped w/vanilla bean ice cream drizzled w/dark rum-caramel sauce

Galaktoboureko - Greek dessert of semolina custard w/honey, lemon, and cinnamon baked in filo

Italian/Mediterranean - Basic

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Caprese Salad - Fresh Mozzarella, Red Tomato, and basil (vegetarian)

Couscous salad (vegetarian)

Mediterranean Salad (vegetarian)

Amuse bouche- organic Medjool date stuffed w/Feta and toasted almonds

Grape leaves stuffed w/roasted grapes, pistachios, barley, and ricotta w/oven dried roma tomato-fermented black garlic vinaigrette

Hummus and baba ganouj w/toasted pita, fried shallots, crudités (selection of sliced raw veggies)

Composed salad of mango avocado, grilled asparagus and hearts of palm w/toasted pine nut vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Chicken Parmesan w/Fresh Tomato Linguini

Tuscan lamb ragout with spinach orzo pilaf

Eggplant Parmesan w/Fresh Tomato Linguini (vegetarian)

Greek Spaghetti w/Feta, Olives in a creamy white wine sauce (vegetarian option available)

Beef Filet Medallions with Red Pepper Sauce and Fettuccini

Bay Scallops w/Linguine Alfredo

The Ultimate Spaghetti Bolognese

Mediterranean steak bites served on arugula w/rosemary roasted potatoes, trumpet mushrooms, shallots and shaved parmesan drizzled w/lemon-olive oil dressing

Basque chicken breast w/chorizo, chickpeas, tomato and smoked paprika w/herbed rice pilaf

Mediterranean Swordfish on Roasted leeks, carrots, zucchini and yellow squash served w/dill sauce

DESSERT

Choose 2 dishes

Galaktoboureko - Greek dessert of semolina custard w/honey, lemon, and cinnamon baked in filo

Lemon-ricotta cheesecake w/roasted grapes

Apple Strudel Served with Vanilla Ice Cream

Crete Island cheesecake with citrus coulis

Tangerine tapioca pudding

Grilled peaches over lemon poundcake topped w/vanilla bean ice cream drizzled w/dark rum-caramel sauce

Tiramisu - Dark Chocolate, Mascarpone Crema

Local

STARTER

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Arugula w/grapefruit, avocado, pickled red onions, queso blanco, spiced pecans, lemon-dijon vinaigrette

Beautiful Heirloom Tomato Salad (vegetarian)

Amuse bouche- organic Medjool date stuffed w/Feta and roasted almonds

Deviled egg variety

3 assorted salsas w/chips

Kickass guacamole w/pomegranate and fresh made chips (vegetarian)

Caesar salad - Caesar dressing, and croutons

Caprese Salad - Fresh Mozzarella, Red Tomato, and basil. Served with a tangy vinaigrette

Chilled Hawaiian Creamy Pineapple Soup

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Basque chicken breast w/chickpeas, tomato and smoked paprika w/herbed rice pilaf

Beef Sirloin Filet with Red Pepper Sauce and Fettuccini

Seared wild caught salmon - roasted fingerling potatoes, sautéed garlic haricot vert and a lemon cream sauce

Eggplant Parmesan w/Fresh Tomato Linguini (vegetarian)

Baked Potato Casserole with or without bacon of your choice

Bay Scallops w/Linguine Alfredo

Beef Filet medalliions with Red Pepper Sauce and Fettuccini

Beef Fillet Mignon with Pommes Puree, Cipollini Onions, Bordelaise Sauce

Beef Sirloin Steal in Delicate Silan (Date) Sauce with Roasted Sweet Onion Slices and sweet potato wedges

The ultimate Bolognese pasta - homemade pappardelle , ground beef-pork , fresh parmesan cheese

Coq au vin - braised chicken with burgundy wine, baby vegetables, seasonal mushrooms

DESSERT

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Apple Strudel Served with Vanilla Ice Cream

Zucchini Brownies w/Vanilla Ice Cream

Carrot cake

Basque cheesecake w/strawberry coulis

Chocolate Mousse Napoleon

Crème Caramel

Flourless chocolate torte

Lemon-ricotta cheesecake w/roasted grapes

Matcha-vanilla cheesecake

Peach Cobbler

Galaktoboureko - traditional Mediterranean dessert of semolina custard baked in filo

Tiramisu - Dark Chocolate, Mascarpone Crema

Surprise Menu

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Cucumber Delight - cucumber slices stuffed with seasoned cream cheese

Caprese Salad - Fresh Mozzarella, Red Tomato, and Dark Spinach. Served with a tangy vinaigrette

Beautiful Heirloom Tomato Salad

Luxury Seafood Salad

Sushi/Nigiri

Mediterranean Salad

FIRST COURSE

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Tom Kha Gai Coconut Soup

Cream of Baby Spinach Soup

Cream of Green Peas Soup

Italian Veggie Soup (Minestrone)

French Potato Soup

Mediterranean Soup

Baked Potato Casserole with or without bacon of your choice

MAIN COURSE

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Roasted pork fillet with sweet onion sauce, steamed red cabbage and shredded potato salad

Braised Tuscan salmon ragout with variety of veggies served with spinach risotto

Bay Scallops with Linguini Alfredo

Thai Drunken Noodles with Beef, Chicken, Pork, Shrimp, fish, or Tofu (Pad Kee Mao)

Tender pan-seared Beef Steak with King Oyster mushrooms on a garden vegetable bed

Penne A-la-Vodka (With Chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, or tofu)

Chicken Paprikash with Traditional Hungarian Noodles

Beef Fillet Mignon with Red Pepper Sauce and Fettuccini

Chicken Butter Masala Served with Basmati Rice

Wiener Chicken Schnitzel with Traditional Potato salad

Beef Filet Mignon with Roasted Cippolini Onion, Pommes Puree, and Bordelaise Sauce

Roasted Miso-glazed Salmon with buttered spinach cottage cheese gnocchi and lemon-olive oil emulsion

Tender pan-seared Salmon Steak with King Oyster mushrooms on a garden vegetable bed

Chicken Parmesan w/Fresh Tomato Linguini

Spaghetti Milanese w/Chicken Beef fish or tofu

Greek Spaghetti w/Chicken Beef Fish or tofu

Spaghetti Bolognese w/Chicken Beef fish or meatballs

DESSERT

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Lemon-ricotta cheesecake w/roasted grapes

Grilled peaches over lemon poundcake topped w/vanilla bean ice cream drizzled w/dark rum-caramel sauce

Apple Strudel Served with Vanilla Ice Cream

Tiramisu - Dark Chocolate, Mascarpone Crema, Lady Finger Cake, Chocolate Gelato

Crème Caramel

Flourless chocolate torte

Caramelized peach cheese cake w/coconut

Hot Chocolate Soup with Whipped Vanilla Custard

Mango Sticky Rice (Khao Niao Mamuang)

Mixed Fruit Salad with Vanilla Ice Cream

Vanilla or Maple Cream Cheese Cake with Fruits of the Forest

Peach Cobbler

Galaktoboureko - Greek dessert of semolina custard w/honey, lemon, and cinnamon baked in filo

Caramelized pineapple cheese cake w/coconut

Matcha-vanilla cheesecake w/berry coulis

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Chef Geza's reviews

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I recently had the pleasure of hiring a private chef for an in-home dinner, and I can't recommend this experience enough. From the moment the chef Geza arrived, his punctuality was noticeable. He respected the schedule we had set, which set a positive tone for the entire evening. Not only was the chef on time, but he was also remarkably friendly and personable. His warm demeanor made our guests feel comfortable and excited about the meal to come. It felt as if an old friend was cooking in our kitchen rather than a stranger. The food was amazing and I loved the menu choices chef Geza had prepared. Making the while experience easy to navigate through.

A great experience for our annual Christmas party. We had kids and adults and Chef Gaza was very open to accommodating a simpler menu for the kids to enjoy. The guests were wowed and Chef presented the menu which was a fun presentation and spoke to my guests about his journey around the world. chef Gaza had an assistant, David, who was very kind and gracious. The only issue was that there were some comments about our induction range not being the preference of Chef Gaza but that information was provided well ahead of time so I would have appreciated more adaptability and less blaming the appliances for the timing and errors.

Chef Geza was great! He made so much amazing food! We had a large group of 20 girls with multiple allergies and dietary preferences. He was great at communicating with me beforehand regarding how to best serve and choose the menus. He was able to be flexible and make separate plates for people unable to eat from the primary menu. He cooked and cleaned for our large group all on his own! I would definitely recommend take a chef!

We truly had a wonderful experience and an amazing dinner! Chef prepared a beautiful and delicious dinner and lasting memories for our whole family! Thank you again ~ Marielle Stralen

I set up Chef Geza for my parents to celebrate Mothers/Father’s Day. I did this all from across the country. It couldn’t have been smoother and Chef was very proactive in getting the information he needed. Chef put together an excellent menu, delivered what I heard was excellent food, and he was very friendly/talkative (which my parents wanted) through sharing his life story and about the dishes. I couldn’t be happier with the outcome!

Chef Geza Gosztola provided an exceptional experience. He was adaptive, interesting, attentive, and thoroughly professional. He gave us a memory our family will have forever.