Chef Salvo Lo Castro

Private Chef In New York

CULINARY STYLE

Mediterranean Cuisine: My recipes are based on an important foundation inspired by the gastronomic history of Italy. The cuisine is known for its healthy and balanced approach to cooking, using a moderate amount of protein and emphasizing fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Michelin Star Dishes: Throughout my career I had the pleasure of working in many restaurants with Michelin stars, but the greatest satisfaction I had was when in one of the restaurants where I was Executive Chef obtained the Michelin star with my dishes.

Fusion Mediterranean, Italian and European: mastering beef, fish, pasta, seafood, dishes. As Sicilian, I have reinterpreted the culinary of the zone.

For me, cooking is...

I have gained wide experience in the culinary field working in 5-star hotels, as well working for Michelin stars restaurants. have mastered multi-out

I learned to cook at...

Golf Saudi Arabia- Chef Executive - Private November 2020 - February 2023 Vatican City private chef February 2000 december 2010

A cooking secret...

Salvo Lo Castro is considered one of the most innovative chefs who brought an avant-garde spirit of Italian cuisine to the world,

My menus

Spring with Chef Salvo 2024

STARTER

All inclusive

Red turnip and goat cheese carpaccio

Carpaccio of bluefin tuna with mint and umami

Mixed salad with Tropea onion and bluechees cream

Sea bass carpaccio with lime

Two-coot eggplant with tomato sauce and parmesan cream

Burrata al tartufo

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Artisanal rigatoni with pistachio pesto

Ravioli with mint sea bass and tomato cream

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Steamed sea bass with aromatic herbs reduction of white wine and Sorrento lemon

Potatoes with lemon

Mini veal fillet cooked in butter

Salad with three creams

DESSERT

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Pistachio ice cream

Spring in America

STARTER

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Cauliflower lobster and herbs mousse

Shrimp carpaccio with black garlic cream and chili flavored oil

Bresaola rolls with Parmesan cream and light sweet gorgonzola fondue

Spring salad with tuna tomato red onion from Tropea and almonds

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Bucatini with basil pesto

Lobster Risotto carnaroli

MAIN COURSE

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Lamb with aromatic herbs

Pure potatoes with thyme

Sicilian-style vegetable caponata

DESSERT

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Cannoli mignon with chocolate and custard

A star at your house

STARTER

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Nizzard salad with lobster

Wild salmon tartare sesame oil and spring onion with butter

Cucumber and red onion guacamole cake

Veal tartare and hot bread with butter and thyme

Fried burratina

Red Shrimp Carpaccio

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Tagliolini with sea bass fillet with tomato and mint

MAIN COURSE

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Double-coot sea bass fillet

Cauliflower flan

Parmesan spinach and balsamic vinegar reduction

DESSERT

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Valrhona chocolate cake and bronte pistachio

Unforgettable dinner

STARTER

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Salmon tartare and sesame oil

Buffalo mozzarella and Greek olives

Mixed salad with honey mustard and mayonnaise

Veal tartare with shallots and horseradish

Shrimp, butter and white wine

FIRST COURSE

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Tagliolini, tomato, basil and parmesan, 48 months

Risotto with vegetables, truffle and basil

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Millefoglie di melanzane

Asparagus with butter

Veal fillet with balsamic vinegar

DESSERT

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Torta cioccolato e pistacchio

Walking through the Mediterranean

STARTER

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Spanish ham

Fried burrata and tomato

Mini tuna tartare on butter bread

Eggplant millefeuille and Parmesan 48 months

FIRST COURSE

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Tagliolini with lemon from Sorrento

Rigatoni basil ricotta and eggplant

Risotto with truffle

MAIN COURSE

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Sea bass in a pan with spinach with butter and parmesan

Broccoli, garlic and oil

DESSERT

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Torta al Pistacchio

New York New York

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Wagyu Meatball

Burrata pomodori e basilico

Vegetable Quiche

FIRST COURSE

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Risotto Alle Verdure di stagione

Rigatoni cacio e pepe

Fettuccine al ragout tradizionale

MAIN COURSE

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Branzino in tegame con spinaci al burro e parmigiano

Pollo gourmet con peperoni

DESSERT

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Torta cioccolato e pistacchio

Experience with chef Salvo

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Involtino di Melanzane salsiccia e robiola

Polpette di zucchine e salsa di soya

Bruschette di mortadella e stracchino

Polpette al sugo

Insalata di mare

Caprese di bufala e pomodori confit

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Rigatoni alla Amatriciana

Penne cacio e pepe

Risotto ai funghi porcini e tartufo

Risotto mediterraneo

Fettuccine All’Andreea ragout Toscano

Timballo di pasta al forno

Raviolo guanciale e pistacchio

Spaghetto al pomodoro fresco e basilico

Fettuccine spigola e menta

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Melanzane alla parmigiana

Pork belli e pure di patate al timo

Pollo alla romana con patate e peperoni

Branzino in tegame con spinaci al burro e parmigiano

Filetto di vitello all’aceto balsamico e ratatuille di verdure

Confit de canard

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Cannoli With Ricotta

Cantucci

Millefoglie con crema chantilly

Tiramisù

Torta al Pistacchio

Torta di mandorle

France menu

STARTER

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L’AMUSE-BOUCHE du moment

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

LE FOIE GRAS de canard chaud et sa garniture de saison

LA LANGOUSTINE en ravioli truffé à l’étuvée de chou vert

MAIN COURSE

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LE BLACK COD mariné au miso, sur un velouté de Daikon infusé au Yuzu

L’AGNEAU DE LAIT en côtelettes à la fleur de thym

DESSERT

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LE CHOCOLAT TENTATION ganache onctueuse au chocolat Araguani, glace au grue de cacao, biscuit Oréo

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Chef Salvo's reviews

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72 services

I hired chef Salvo and his team for my husband’s 40th birthday dinner party. He did a splendid job in bringing the Mediterranean flavors from Italy into the comfort of our home, while talking care of all dietary preferences and restrictions. Every dish was flavorful and the portions were perfect. Some of the ingredients were fresh from Italy which was impressive! His artistry was evident in the beautiful presentation of his courses. Overall, we had an unforgettable experience. Would highly recommend Chef Salvo if you are looking to hire a Chef for special occasions. Salvo review I hired chef Salvo and his team for my husband’s 40th birthday dinner party. He did a splendid job in bringing the Mediterranean flavors from Italy into the comfort of our home, while talking care of all dietary preferences and restrictions. Every dish was flavorful and the portions were generous . Some of the ingredients were fresh from Italy which was impressive! His artistry was evident in the beautiful presentation of his courses. Overall, we had an unforgettable experience. Would highly recommend Chef Salvo if you are looking to hire a Chef for special occasions.

Chef Salvo was amazing. He was great to talk to and the food was terrific. He left the kitchen cleaner than it was before he came. The menu was amazing and there was sooooo much food. I am very excited for all of the leftovers. I would highly recommend chef to anyone who wants to host a nice dinner at home.

Chef Salvo was absolutely AMAZING. As a short back story, I decided to have a private chef cook dinner for my family for my wife's birthday. We had no baby sitters or grand parents around, and just going out to dinner with the kids didn't feel all that special. Enter Chef Salvo. The meal he created was superb from start to finish. Chef's English is not great, but that's part of the charm and you can easily parse together what he is describing. The reality is, the flavors tell the story. There wasn't a single dish, let alone bite, that didn't blow us all away. Even my 5-year old was practically licking his plate clean. My wife was blown away by not only the meal, but also loved learning about Chef Salvo and his life's journey. It was definitely a birthday celebration for all of us to remember. And the best part??? Leftovers for a meal or two this week!!

Chef Salvo is a Master Chef, a true professional, with incredible experience, impeccable professionalism, and brilliant talent. His meal was a masterpiece! We were all in awe with every bite! Bravo!!!

Chef Salvo was absolutely spectacular! His food was so delicious, and all of our guests raved about the dishes. The presentation was beautiful and there was no shortage of food. He was patient while we went back and forth perfecting the menu. He was flexible when I strayed away from the traditional 3 course meal and exceeded all of our expectations! I would absolutely recommended Chef Salvo for any party you may be throwing!

Salvo was phenomenal. From the experience to the connection to the planning I have nothing but positive things to say. The food was out of this world. My husband and I feel lucky to have experienced this meal. Still dreaming of the food!

We had an incredible experience with Chef Salvo. From the very start he helped me craft a perfect menu for my wife's birthday dinner in our home for 4 people. I requested a seafood heavy meal and he put together a 7 course meal that included lobster, shrimp and branzino that was delicious! Every dish had its own special flavor. Chef Salvo even brought live lobsters to my home so you knew they were so fresh! Overall it was the perfect birthday experience and I would recommend Chef Salvo to anyone looking for a special dining experience! I will certainly use him again!

From the moment Chef Salvo walked into our home, his professionalism and culinary expertise were evident. Each dish was meticulously crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients, and the flavors were simply sensational. His attention to detail, personalized service, and seamless execution made our evening unforgettable. Without a doubt, hiring a private chef was worth every penny, and we can't wait to indulge in his culinary creations again! Could not recommend enough!

Chef Salvo was absolutely amazing! We adored having him in our space. Cannot wait to have him back over!

Chef Salvo created an amazing, customized menu and made our celebration memorable. Truly talented

Absolutely loved this experience and all the credit to Chef Salvo who specially curated the menu and the taste was enhanced by the freshness of ingredients. Chef Salvo is so sweet and made the best food! We were stuffed and loved every dish!

Wonderful experience! looking forward to future dinner events with Chef Salvo. He is very accommodating, easy to work with, and professional. Highly recommend.

Chef Salvo was great. He was very fun and engaging.

Chef Salvo was terrific! He is a genuine master of Italian cooking, combining creativity with respect for culinary tradition--a perfect balance. He used the highest quality ingredients and prepared everything from scratch--no shortcuts. Salvo was charming, engaging and professional and impressed all of us with his superb cooking ability. Highly recommended!

We hired Chef De Salvo for a ladies dinner and he was incredible. He came prepared, was communicative, full of positive energy, patient with my less than timely guests, and his dishes were out of this world. He was such a delight to have as our chef and I’m still dreaming of every dish he prepared for our dinner. We LOVES HIM and highly recommend Chef De Salvo for any meal you’re looking to prepare. His attention to detail, preparedness, and energy was so wonderful.

Great experience

Chef Salvo exceeded all expectations for a home dining experience. He was punctual, polite, and professional. The food was not only beautiful to look at but delicious and different from anything we've ever eaten before. For anyone who is even slightly curious of what Mediterranean Italian food can offer, I highly recommend Chef Salvo.

Chef Salvo did an incredible job preparing a delicious and authentic meal for my family. Would highly recommend him to all! Thank you Chef!

Very engaging and unforgettable experience! Chef Salvo prepared a delicious dinner which was catered to each person’s dietary restrictions and preferences! He included surprise dishes and gifts which added to a memorable night.

Our experience with Chef Salvo and his assistant Paola was delightful. When arranging the service, we requested a couple of changes to his proposed menu. Without hesitation he accommodated our requests. He arrived precisely on time. His friendly personality immediately made us feel comfortable. After introductions and pointing out where pots, pans and place settings were, he began preparing our meal. During his meal prep, we were able to spend some time enjoying a before dinner cocktail, and conversation. The meal, appetizer through desert, were served professionally, at a relaxed pace by Paola. The food was delicious. All the ingredients were fresh and prepared to perfection. We particularly enjoyed the white truffle pasta. Chef Salvo was pleasantly interactive when we asked questions about the meal and his background. He shared his culinary experience and world travels with us. He has led an interesting life. I rate this experience 5 stars!