Chef Ryan Nagby
Private Chef in Newport Beach
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I'm a creative chef specializing in various cuisines. Passionate about fresh local ingredients and crafting unforgettable dining in home experiences.
Chef Ryan Nagby - Private Chef
With over 25 years of culinary experience, Chef Ryan Nagby brings a wealth of expertise and passion to the art of cooking. A proud graduate of Le Cordon Bleu, Ryan has honed his culinary skills under the guidance of world-renowned chefs, gaining a diverse array of techniques and flavors from around the globe.
Born and raised in Southern California, Ryan’s love for the culinary arts was nurtured in his mother’s kitchen, where the aroma of freshly baked goods filled their home. He began his culinary journey at just 16 years old, working in local restaurants and quickly developing a deep appreciation for the craft. Over the years, he has had the privilege of working in some of the finest establishments in Southern California and Texas, where he refined his skills and developed a unique culinary style that celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Chef Ryan's approach to cooking emphasizes creativity, authenticity, and a commitment to quality. He believes that food is not just nourishment but a way to connect with others and create unforgettable experiences. As a private chef, Ryan is dedicated to crafting personalized menus that reflect the preferences and dietary needs of his clients, ensuring each meal is a memorable occasion.
Whether preparing an intimate dinner for two or catering a lavish event, Chef Ryan’s culinary artistry, attention to detail, and passion for exceptional service shine through in every dish. He is excited to bring his extensive experience and love for cooking to your table, creating delightful culinary experiences that will be cherished long after the last bite.

More about me
For me, cooking is...
Cooking is my passion, combing flavors and techniques to create memorable dishes. Cooking with fresh ingredients and sharing my joy through food!
I learned to cook at...
I learned from my great at some at world renowned restaurants where Chefs passed down amazing knowledge, traditions, and extraordinary work ethic!
A cooking secret...
In my kitchen I enhances all my dishes with a blend of exotic spices that adds depth and flavor making them extraordinary!
My menus
House Made Bread and House Made Butter
Fresh Shucked Local Oysters on the Half Shell with Minuet
Classic French Onion Soup with Gruyère
Sautéed Mussels with Garlic White Wine Butter
Spinach and Gorgonzola Salad with Candied Pecans, Dried Cranberries and Balsamic Dressing
Beef Tenderloin with Brandy Peppercorn. Sauce, Whipped Yukons, Glacéd Asparagus
Duck La’ Orange, Whipped Yukon’s with Crème Fraiche, Haricot Verts
Beef Bourguinon over Whipped Yukon Potatoes
Herbs de Provence Roasted Chicken with Creme Fraiche Potatoes, Asapragus
Pan Seared Scallops over Truffle Risotto with Asparagus Tips, Cremini Mushrooms, Prosecco Bur Blanc
Lemon Olive Oil Cake with Macerated Berries and Vanilla Crème
Vanilla Bean Creme Brûlée with Assorted Macarons
Chocolate Molten Lava Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream
Tart Tatin Caramelized Apples, Puff Pastry, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Croissant bread, pudding with dark chocolate and vanilla cream
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Arancini- Crispy Risotto with Pecorino Cheese, Spicy Pomodoro Sauce
Edamame, hummus with pita chips
Tomato Focaccia Flat Bread with Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Aged Balsamic Vinegar
Hearts of Romaine Caesar Salad with Focaccia Croutons
New England Clam Chowder
Napoleon wedge salad with beef, steak, tomatoes, Gorgonzola cheese, pickled shallots, and a white balsamic
Spinach and Gorgonzola Salad with Candied Pecans, Dried Cranberries and Balsamic Dressing
Tomato Bisque with Croissant Croutons
Campanelle Pasta with a Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce, Asparagus, Sun Dried Tomato, Chicken
Beef Bourguinon over Whipped Yukon Potatoes
Roasted Atlantic Cod with White Wine Lemon Butter Sauce, French Green Beans, Roasted Baby Potatoes
Vanilla Bean Creme Brûlée
Warm Apple Crisp with Salted Caramel and Vanilla Ice Cream
Flourless Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Chantilly Cream and Macerated Berries
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Classic French Onion Soup with Gruyère
Fresh Shucked Local Oysters on the Half Shell with Minuet and Seaweed Caviar
Beet Tartar with whipped Gorgonzola Chive Cheese and Baby Arugula and Crostini
Pear and Gorgonzola Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette, Candied Pecans, Marinated Artichokes,
Beef Tartar with Quail Egg Yolk and Garlic Herb Toast Points
Asian pear and citrus salad with candied pecans, shaved fennel, and organic greens with a white balsamic vinaigrette
Beef Bourguinon over Whipped Yukon Potatoes
Beef Tenderloin with Brandy Peppercorn. Sauce, Whipped Yukons, Glacéd Asparagus
Pan Roasted Halibut with Lemon Bur Blanc, Whipped Yukon Potatoes, Haricot Verts
Roasted Pork Loin with Apple Chutney, Whipped Yams, and Asparagus
Herbs de Provence Roasted Chicken with Creme Fraiche Potatoes, Asapragus
Assorted Mini Pastries
Vanilla Bean Creme Brûlée
Flourless Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Chantilly Cream and Macerated Berries
Croissant bread, pudding with dark chocolate and vanilla cream
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Fresh Shucked Local Oysters on the Half Shell with Minuet and Seaweed Caviar
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with Lemon Aioli
Sautéed Mussels with Garlic White Wine Butter
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with Horseradish Cocktail Sauce and Lemon
Seared Ahi Tuna with Wakami Salad and Sweet Soy
Spinach and Gorgonzola Salad with Candied Pecans, Dried Cranberries and Balsamic Dressing
Napoleon wedge salad with beef, steak, tomatoes, Gorgonzola cheese, pickled shallots, and a white balsamic
Chilean Sea Bass with Lemon Bur Blanc, Whipped Yukon Potatoes, Asparagus
Surf and turf, filet mignon with panseared scallops, béarnaise sauce, whipped Yukon, Glacéd asparagus
Broiled Lobster and Filet Mignon over Parmesan Risotto, Asparagus, Sun-Dried Tomato Bernaise Sauce
Crab Crusted Filet Mignon with Lemon Chive Bur Blanc, Garlic Parmesan Whipped Potatoes, Glacéd Asparagus
Miso Marinated salmon , Baby Bok Choy, Coconut Rice, Sweet Soy Glaze
Pan Roasted Halibut with Lemon Bur Blanc, Whipped Yukon Potatoes, Haricot Verts
Chocolate espresso, crème brûlée with chocolate dip, biscotti
Chocolate Molten Lava Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream
Warm apple tart with salted caramel and vanilla ice cream
New York Cheesecake with Lemon Blueberries
Croissant bread, pudding with dark chocolate and vanilla cream
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House Made Flatbread with Fresh Rosemary, Cracked Black Pepper and Pecorino Cheese
Tomato Focaccia Bread with Aged Balsamic and Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Charcuterie Board with Assorted Imported Meats and Cheese, Seasonal Fruit and Flatbread Crackers (sheep, cheese, goat cheese, soft Brie)
Spinach and Gorgonzola Salad with Candied Pecans, Dried Cranberries and Balsamic Dressing
Asian pear and citrus salad with candied pecans, shaved fennel, and organic greens with a white balsamic vinaigrette
Hearts of Romaine Caesar Salad with Focaccia Croutons
Braised Beef Ragu over Campanelle Pasta with Pecorino Sheep's Cheese and Basil from Chef’s Garden
Pan Seared Salmon with Tomato Basil White Wine Sauce, Parmesan Whipped Potatoes, Haricot Verts
Penne with Spicy Vodka Sauce and Chicken and Baby spinach
Campanelle Pasta with Shrimp and Tomato Basil Mascarpone White Wine Sauce
Beef Bourguignon over Whipped Yukon Potatoes
Braised short ribs with red wine, demiglaze, Yukon, Gold, potatoes, and glazed asparagus
Vanilla Bean Creme Brûlée
Lemon Olive Oil Cake with Macerated Berries and Vanilla Crème
Chocolate Molten Lava Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream
Croissant bread, pudding with dark chocolate and vanilla cream
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Miso Soup- Dashi Broth, Kombu, Bonito Flakes, Firm Tofu, Enoki Mushrooms, and Scallions
Sweet and Spicy Edamame with Garlic Chili Sauce
Sesame Ginger Tuna Tartare with Avocado, Crunchy Garlic, Tobiko Caviar and Furikake Wonton Crisps
Asian Inspired Salad- Organic Greens, Shredded Carrot, Japanese Cucumber, Pickled Ginger, Miso Vinaigrette
California roll
Chicken And Steak Yakitori with Garlic Ginger Soy Glaze, Shaved Japanese Cucumber Salad
Hoisen and 5 Spice Flat Iron Steak with Kimchi Fried Rice and Sesame Carrots
Sweet Thai Chili Salmon, Roasted Baby Bok Choy, Jasmine Rice
Ginger Chicken With Bok Choy, Red Peppers, Lemongrass Jasmine Rice
Assorted Mochi
Matcha Tea Créme Brûlée
Lemon Ginger Cheesecake with Lemon Blueberries
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Fresh Shucked Local Oysters on the Half Shell with Minuet
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with Horseradish Cocktail Sauce and Lemon
Beef Tartar with Quail Egg Yolk and Garlic Herb Toast Points
Iron Skillet Corn Bread with Honey Butter
Ahi Asian Inspired Salad- Organic Greens, Shredded Carrot, Japanese Cucumber, Pickled Ginger, Miso Vinaigrette
Napoleon wedge salad with beef, steak, tomatoes, Gorgonzola cheese, pickled shallots, and a white balsamic
Pear and Gorgonzola Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette, Sun Dried Tomatoes , Marinated Artichokes,
Butternut squash soup with toasted spiced pumpkin seeds
Spinach and Gorgonzola Salad with Candied Pecans, Dried Cranberries and Balsamic Dressing
Surf and turf, filet mignon with panseared scallops, béarnaise sauce, whipped Yukon, Glacéd asparagus
Berkshire Double Cut Pork Chop, Apple Chutney, Smashed Baby Red Potatoes, Asparagus
Chilean Sea Bass over Butternut Squash Puree with Seaweed Caviar and Orange Gastric
Pan Seared Scallops over White Truffle RIsotto with Asparagus Tips, Cremini Mushrooms, Prosecco Bur Blanc
Herbs de Provence Roasted Chicken with Creme Fraiche Potatoes, Asapragus
Vanilla Bean Creme Brûlée
Flourless Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Chantilly Cream and Macerated Berries
Warm Apple Crisp with Salted Caramel and Vanilla Ice Cream
New York Cheesecake with Lemon Blueberries
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Focaccia Flat Bread with Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Aged Balsamic Vinegar
Charcuterie Board with Assorted Imported Meats and Cheese, Seasonal Fruit and Flatbread Crackers (sheep, cheese, goat cheese, soft Brie)
Tomato Focaccia Bread with Aged Balsamic and Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Heirloom tomato caprese salad with roasted pistachios and balsamic glaze
Hearts of Romaine Caesar Salad with Focaccia Croutons
Burrata and Prosciutto with Sun Dried Tomatoes , Baby Arugula, Pear and Aged Balsamic
Spinach and Gorgonzola Salad with Candied Pecans, Dried Cranberries and Balsamic Dressing
Tomato Bisque with Croissant Croutons
Spinach Lasagna with Lemon Ricotta, Free Range Chicken Bolognese, Organic Tomato Basil Sauce
Rigatoni Bolognese
Fettuccini Pasta with Chicken and a Parmesan Cream Sauce
Penne with Spicy Vodka Sauce and Chicken and Baby spinach
Gemolata Salmon, Whipped Yukons and Chive, Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Braised Short Ribs, Parmesan Risotto, Asparagus, Demi Glacé
Traditional Italian Tiramisu-Lady Fingers Soaked in Espresso and Coffee Liquor with Mascarpone Cheese and Cocoa
Vanilla Bean Creme Brûlée
Flourless Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Chantilly Cream and Macerated Berries
Croissant bread, pudding with dark chocolate and vanilla cream
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