Private Chef Mario Davalos

I’m a mexican chef , with 10 years of experience, working as a private chef and a chef at some of the best mexican restaurants in the US.

Travel around the world to get my own cooking style, with more than 10 restaurants opened in my career.

Experience as a prívate chef with NBA and soccer players (Kevin Durant,Landon Donovan ,México soccer national team

For me, cooking is...

The way to express everything i can’t with words and emotions .

I learned to cook at...

Home with my relatives , but everything come together when i went to NY.

A role model in the kitchen is...

Francis Malman and all his philosophy.

A cooking secret...

To cook things that i believe in.

My menus

Mexico

FIRST COURSE

Traditional Mexican Tortilla Soup

Guacamole and Chips, Chicharron Crumble

Mexican Street Corn, Cotija Cheese, Ancho-Chile Powder, Sour Cream

Grilled Chicken Quesadillas, Peppers, Queso Fresco

Shrimp Ceviche, Pineapple Reduction, Cilantro, Tajin

Crispy Brussel Sprouts, Butternut Squash, Cotija, Jalapeno Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

Sauteed Striped Bass, Grilled Avocado, Smoked Tomatillo Sauce, Butter Potatoes

Grilled Fish Fillet ( Garlic Sauce / Achiote Glaze / Pibil)

Slow-Braised Pork with Cilantro, White Onion, Grilled Pineapple, Corn Tortillas

Enchilada, Corn Tortillas Filled with Chicken Tinga and Topped with Salsa Pasilla de Oaxaca, Salsa Verde, Queso Fresco and Crema

Adobo Rubbed Strip Steak, Charred Green Onions, Ancho-Bone Marrow Butter, Papas Bravas

DESSERT

Rice Pudding

Three Milks Cake

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

Refreshing

FIRST COURSE

Sea Scallops Carpaccio with Citrus Sauce, Celery, Coconut and Fresh Herbs

Tuna Carpaccio with Kalamata Olive Aioli and Avocado

Roasted Beet and Citrus Salad with Ricotta and Pistachio Vinaigrette

Green Tomato Gazpacho with Mini-Shrimp Tostadas

Chilli-Pressed Watermelon, Quinoa & Feta Salad with a Lemon Vinaigrette, Toasted Corn

MAIN COURSE

White Fish, Yellow Curry Sauce, Spiced Butternut Squash, Roasted Peanuts, Brown Rice and Cucumber Relish

Orzo with Moroccan Spiced Shrimp, Feta, Cherry Tomatoes and Spinach

Chicken Shawarma Hummus Bowl, Grilled Vegetables and Citrus Slaw

Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Creamy Quinoa Risotto and Brussels Sprouts Chips

DESSERT

Coconut Rice Pudding with Ginger Infused Pears

Seasonal Fresh Fruit with Whipped Goat Yogurt and Caramel Crumble

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Chef Mario's reviews

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12 services

Chef Mario provided us with a great evening. The food, conversation and cooking hints made for a really enjoyable time. I would highly recommend Chef Mario.

Mario provided friendly and professional service for our dinner. The menu was excellent and he gave suggestions based on our needs. He exceeded all of our expectations and the food was amazing.

Absolutely amazing. The food was incredible, looked amazing, and chef went out of his way to accommodate us. He left the house spotless as well. Overall great experience & would def recommend!

Chef Mario was incredible and made our night so special! He went above and beyond with his food and presentation. We loved chatting with him in the kitchen and getting to know him. He even brought a few surprises that we didn't expect. My guests and I had the best night and will absolutely have him back again. Highly recommend!!