Private Chef Jose Baranenko

I am a professional Chef with more than 15 years experience in multiples fields. I defined my style as "Hispanic contemporary"

I have been part of different culinary lines. i worked , Italian, Greek, Mexican, Latin, Mediterranean and my true passion Spaniard cuisine which i found at "Mi Tomatina Paella Bar" from 2010 to 2015 in Winter Park Fl. as the Executive Chef .

In 2015 i had a great experience at "Pepe's Cantina" in Winter Park Fl. as Executive Chef. A Mexican restaurant with a Southern Mexican accent and a contemporary vibe.

In 2018 I decided it was time to open "Nenko's cuisine" now as a Personal Chef. Since then I have been cooking with more passion than ever and having the opportunity to use all the knowledge acquired through these years to please my clients.

"Cooking to live and living to cook"

J NENKO

For me, cooking is...

My life, I don't see myself doing anything else.

I learned to cook at...

Professionally at "Le Cordon Bleu ".

A role model in the kitchen is...

Sumito Estevez (Venezuela) and Jose Andres (Spain)

A cooking secret...

Treat ingredients with respect. Do what you love.

My menus

Meat BBQ

MAIN COURSE

Grilled Marinated Chicken Brochettes

Local Sausages

Grilled Skirt Steak

Grilled Pork Ribs

GARNISHES

Regional BBQ, Mustard, Ketchup, Mayonnaise, Steak Sauce

Smashed Potato Salad

Applewood Bacon Mac and cheese

Corn on the Cob, Celery Butter

Green Garden Salad

Grilled Vegetables

DESSERT

Lemon Pie

Assorted Seasonal Fresh Fruits

Italia

FIRST COURSE

White Fish Carpaccio, Rosemary Oil & Orange Zest, Crumbled Pistachio

Crudo Beef with Calabrian Chili, Ricotta Salata, Oregano, and Black Olive Aïoli

Cacio e Pepe, Choice of Handmade Pasta with an Intense Pepper Sauce

Burrata with Dates Pesto, Lemony Fennel Salad , Grilled Crostini

Little Gem Salad with Sieved Egg, Bacon Vinaigrette, Herbed Breadcrumbs

MAIN COURSE

Sardinian Fregola with Clams, Fennel, Tomato, Fresh Herbs

Duck with Porcini Risotto, with Pistachios

Thyme and Garlic Roasted Chicken , Antipasti of Summer Vegetables, Toasted Pine Nuts

Grilled and Sliced, Rib-eye in a Brandy & Green Peppercorn Sauce, Fries

White Fish, Pescatore Sauce, Roasted Artichockes and Salsa Verde

Roman Style Porchetta, Almond Milk Roasted Root Vegetables, Caramelized Shallots, Fresh Salad

DESSERT

Chef's Tiramisú

Limoncello Panna Cotta

Mexico Gourmet

FIRST COURSE

Shrimp and Rock Fish Ceviche, Citrus Roasted Pepper Sauce, Avocado, Crunchy Corn

Scallops Sealed in Butter and Spiced Olive Oil, Mango Sauce, Avocado Cream, Chili and Coriander

Seared Pork Belly Salad, Mint, Fennel, Cilantro, Red Onion Salad Topped with Curried Peanuts and Kalamata

Pulpo, Tinta de Habanero, Ayocote, Salsa Veracruzana

Tamal de Alcachofa de Jerusalén, Salsa Verde

MAIN COURSE

Seared Albacore Tuna Shellfish Aioli, Corn Risotto Style Farro, Avocado, Roasted Tomatillo Sauce

Chicken Breast, Thigh Meat, Cocoa Guajillo Sauce, Pickled Onions, Crema

Tamarind Lamb Ribs or Chops, Green Mango Salad, Mexican Polenta

Duck Confit Enchiladas, House Blue Corn Tortilla, Salsa Verde, Avocado, Lettuce, Crema and Queso Fresco

Pressed Ancho Chile Glazed Pork Belly, Chayote Salad and Pickled onions

DESSERT

Hibiscus Meringue, Passion Fruit Parfait, Tropical Fruit Jam

Warm Corn-Tarragon Pudding, Vanilla Ice Cream, Condenced Milk

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Chef Jose's reviews

4.86

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42 services

Chef Jose and his team were absolutely incredible. They were timely, personable, clean, and attentive. The quality of food was top notch. Our entire family loved the experience. A memorable meal that will be talked about for a long time!

This was our first experience with a private chef at the house. Chef Jose was excellent. Very professional and friendly. We chose a Spanish menu and the food and presentation of the dishes were outstanding. The service during and the clean up after were exceptional. Excellent experience for our 8 person get together. Date of experience: November 04, 2022

Amazing Chef. He was great to work with our picky eaters and provided an amazing selection for everyone. Very responsive and fantastic to work with. I would highly recommend.

Chef Jose was fantastic. He was early and explained everything he was making for us. He did a great job the food was superb and he cleaned up. He was also kind enough to bring us a bottle of wine that paired well with our meal for my wife's birthday. He went above and beyond. I highly recommend Chef Jose.