Chef Manu Rangel

Private Chef in Phoenix

I'm a Mexican chef with 10 years of culinary experience working and traveling the world. My cooking reflects my background; from working as a chef at some of the best mexican restaurants in Mexico to becoming an executive sous-chef on a cruise line.

I try to share my life experiences in every dish I make while trying to bring authentic and unique Mexican flavors to the Phoenix area.

For me, cooking is...

"A recipe has no soul. You, as the cook, must bring soul to the recipe." - Thomas Keller

I learned to cook at...

My technique I learned at culinary school but I draw my inspiration from all the different people and places I’ve encountered

A cooking secret...

It's no secret that I cook with love.

My menus

The Culinary Journey

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Lump Crab Ceviche with Tostadas

Empanadas (Argentinian Turnovers)

Tuna Crudo Tostadas topped with Fried Leek

Mexican Stuffed Pepper Taco

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All inclusive

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Chicken Enchiladas Suizas

Khao Soi (Thai Noodle Soup)

Spicy Shrimp à l'Orange with Coconut Rice

NY Strip with Compound Butter and Fresh Tomato Salad

Braised Beef Short Rib with Sweet Mole and Guava/Sweet Potato Puree

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Tiramisu

Tres Leches Cake

Classic Crème Brûlée

The Scenic Route

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Lump Crab Ceviche with Tostadas

Argentinian Turnovers

Tuna Crudo

Mexican Stuffed Pepper Taco

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All inclusive

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Beef or Vegetarian Moussaka

Khao Soi (Thai Noodle Soup)

NY Strip with Compound Butter and Fresh Tomato Salad

Shrimp à l'Orange with Sautéed Vegetables

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Tiramisu

Tres Leches Cake

Classic Crème Brûlée

Sapori Regionali

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Prosciutto, Arugula, and Tomato Bruschetta

Carpaccio di Zucchine ai Capperi, Limone e Menta

Penne Puttanesca

Pea, Lemon, and Parmesan Risotto

Linguine al Tartufo

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Bucatini Bolognese

Venetian Shrimp with Polenta

Tuscan Salmon with Risotto

Chicken with Pesto Sauce, White Rice, and Seasonal Sautéed Vegetables

Lasagna della Nonna (Vegetarian Available)

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Tiramisu

Lemon Tiramisu

Orange Cardamom Olive Oil Cake

México Reinventado

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Tortilla Soup

Cacao and Shrimp Aguachile

Tuna Tostada

Chip Bar with Guacamole, Roasted Tomato Salsa, and Salsa Verde

Duck Carnitas Tacos

Mexican Stuffed Pepper Taco

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Filet Mignon Served with Poblano Sauce and Mexican Street Corn

Chicken Enchiladas Suizas

Pipian Salmon with Fresh Vegetable Salad

Camarones Zarandeados (Adobo Marinated Grilled Shrimp)

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Dulce de Leche Creme Brulee

Fresas, Coco y Palanqueta

Tres Leches Cake

Flan

Comfort & Spice

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Caesar Salad

Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Home Chips

Pesto Deviled Eggs

Macaroni and Cheese with Panko Crust

Southwest Quesadilla

Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

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Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Blackened Mahi-Mahi with Cheese Risotto

All-American Cheeseburger

Blackened Chicken with Truffle Mashed Potatoes and Sautéed Vegetables

Creamy Salmon Pasta with Charred Broccoli

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Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Southern-Style Peach Cobbler

Seasonal Sorbet with Homemade Crumble

Not Another Mexican Menu

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Tortilla Soup

Cacao and Shrimp Aguachile

Tuna Tostada

Chip Bar with Guacamole, Roasted Tomato Salsa, and Salsa Verde

Aguachile de Callo (Scallops Aguachile)

Octopus Taco

Duck Carnitas Tacos

Mexican Stuffed Pepper Taco

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Filet Mignon Served with Poblano Sauce and Mexican Street Corn

Chicken Enchiladas Suizas

Short Rib with Sweet Mole and Guava/Sweet Potato Puree

Pipian Salmon with Fresh Vegetable Salad

Camarones Zarandeados (Adobo Marinated Grilled Shrimp)

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Dulce de Leche Creme Brulee

Fresas, Coco y Palanqueta

Tres Leches Cake

Cast Iron Brownie

Asian-ish

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Spicy Salmon Sashimi

Spicy Sesame Cauliflower Bites

Tuna Poke with Steamed Rice and Fresh Vegetables

Goi Cuon Spring Rolls (Vietnamese Rolls with Pork and Shrimp)

Pork Dumplings with Sambal Oil

Oriental Tuna Tacos

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Indian Butter Chicken with Steamed Rice

Khao Soi (Thai Noodle Soup)

Egg Noodles with Shrimp, Artichoke, and Lemon

Chicken or Shrimp Fried Rice

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Yuzu Panna Cotta

Lychee Sorbet

Full Flavor French

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Camembert en Croûte

Charcuterie Board

Asparagus with Bearnaise Sauce

Moules Marinières (Mussels with White Wine)

Escargots à la Bourguignonne

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Marinated Lamb Chops with Truffle Mashed Potatoes and Sautéed Vegetables

Steak Frites

Bœuf Bourguignon

Duck à l’Orange

Marseille Style Shrimp Stew

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Creme Brulee

Molten chocolate fondant

Creme Brulee Cheesecake

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Chef Manu's reviews

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Chef Manu was fabulous! Incredible menu and the group was very happy with the whole experience.

Chef Manu was fantastic, I highly recommend!

Chef Manu was great! He came to our home as a birthday surprise for my husband. He worked with me on a custom menu around a dish that my husband really wanted to try from a restaurant that would require us to travel. Even though chef had never made it before you would never have known trying! He is very talented, explained all of the dishes and flavors before we ate and everything mixed so well together! Set up and tear down was also quick. He was very engaging and rolled with us also trying to entertain our 3 month old. It was a perfect evening for us and well worth it! Will be doing this again!

Chef Manu was AWESOME. Communication was great, adjustment to the menu was no problem. AND THE FOOD AND PRESENTATION WAS AMAZING! THANKS Chef and Tatum.

Chef Manu was amazing. What more can I say? He was polite, offered suggestions for our group and even made a special dish for a person in our group with dietary restrictions. (we were all a little jealous of that one). Food was delicious, presentations amazing. My guests were absolutely obsessed. He left the kitchen cleaner than when he found it! If you aren't booking Manu, you're making a mistake.

Chef Manu was incredible. He was communicative, punctual, friendly, and most importantly, an amazing chef! He made our trip very memorable. Don’t hesitate to hire him for your next special occasion!

Chef Manu made my bachelor party unforgettable. Likely the highlight for all 15 of my friends and myself on this trip, he & his staff were punctual, professional, flexible, accommodating and knowledgeable. Never in a thousand years would I seek out another private chef in Arizona. Please treat yourself to memories made my Manu and his team. Manu, Tatum & Kayla - thank you a million times over for making this trip so fun and memorable. I hope to see you again soon!

Manu provided an incredible meal for our Mom's 60th birthday. He was punctual, friendly and made a meal we'll never forget! Would highly recommend working with him.

Manu created a great range of dishes for our event, showcasing his incredible skills regardless of the cuisine. The dishes were as beautiful as they were delicious. Highly recommended and would definitely hire again.

Hire chef Manuel - he was incredible. Guys golf trip 8 people - he crushed it.

Chef Manu was unbelievable for our group of 7. Chef Manu exceeded our expectations and did it all with a smile, stories, and passion behind every dish. We utilized Chef Manu for three meals during our stay. Would hire Chef Manu again!

Manu was great front end to end. Highly recommend

Chef Manu was incredible from the start. Flexible with menu alterations and ingredient explanations. He’s so friendly and professional and respectful. Our food was so special and unique - perfectly cooked. We had ahi tuna tostada, ceviche, filet, shrimp with incredible salsas and sides. So good! Many of the women in the group love to cook, and they learned so much. It was a special night, thsnjs to Chef Manu. Don’t hesitate booking him for a small or large gathering.

My wife turned 40 and I wanted to surprise her with a gourmet private chef pairing at our house near the pool to soak up the sun. Did an excellent job accommodating my requests and put in all his effort to make the day special, thank you!

Manu was an incredible private chef. We spent 4 nights as an extended family of 12 in an AirBNB and he prepared our dinner each night. So much more enjoyable and fun to eat at home. The menu planning was easy and he was very responsible. The food was delicious. Fresh, well prepared, well presented. I recommend him with 10+ stars. You will not be disappointed.

Chef Manu is wonderful! He is an extraordinarily skilled chef and his food is incredible. He made us a wonderful meal and left our kitchen spotless. Highly recommend Chef Manu!

Manu is a fantastic chef. Every dish he served was lights out. We would not hesitate to hire him again.

Chef Manu was wonderful to work with. He prepared a meal for a group of 4. Everything, from his planning to clean up at the end was wonderful. The dishes were outstanding, with portion sizes such that we had leftovers. Would recommend Chef Manu without reservations.

Chef Taylor and Chef Manu were amazing! Their meals were delicious. They were very professional and polite. We enjoyed every minute of it. Highly recommend them!

We recently had the pleasure of experiencing Chef Taylor and Chef Manu’s vegetarian Thai menu, and it was simply incredible. Each dish was bursting with flavor, and the presentation was equally impressive – vibrant, colorful, and clearly crafted with skill and care. Both chefs took excellent care of us, making sure every detail was perfect. Their attention to our experience went beyond just the food; they were attentive and thoughtful throughout, ensuring that we were comfortable and enjoying each moment. If you’re looking for a dining experience that’s as memorable as it is delicious, Chef Taylor and Chef Manu are truly exceptional. Highly recommend!