Private Chef in Parkland
Rent one of our 599 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Parkland
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Parkland in March 2017, more than 599 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Parkland and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Broward County.
Starting in 2017, 597 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Parkland. To book your chef in Parkland, just share your event details in our form. Receive proposals from top chefs and chat with them until you find your match.
Up until today, our chefs have shared 265 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 751 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.36 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 597 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Parkland usually book menus around 253.2 USD per person, including 4.78 courses, sharing an average of 3.73 messages with their chefs. If you've never had a chef at home but want to add an extra spice to your next celebration, just rent a chef in Parkland.












How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dream meal, including type of cuisine, preferences, and intolerances.
Receive menu proposals
Our chefs will design menus based solely on your wants and needs.
Get chatty with your chefs
Don't be shy about exchanging some messages with your chefs until your perfect menu is ready!
Book your experience
Once you are happy with your choice, submit your payment to secure your experience.
Enjoy!
All there is left to do is count down the days till your culinary experience begins!
599 Private Chefs in Parkland
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More than 500 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.11 Chef
The guests in Parkland have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.11.
4.55 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Parkland received an average score of 4.55.
4.64 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.64 average score.
4.09 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Parkland has been scored with a 4.09 on average.
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265 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Parkland
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Shishito peppers with crispy onions, olive oil and hawaiian sea salt
Saucy asian meatballs
Bahn mi sliders with asian slaw
Red thai curry chicken sticks
Oriental prawns and squid fish cakes with shoyu and furikake
Chicken yakitori with sesame dipping sauce
Nagimaki-terriyaki beef rolls
Teba shio - salted chicken wings
Japanese chicken rumaki
Karaage - japanese fried chicken wings
Mussels with with red thai curry and french baguette
Gyoza dumplings with pork, sake, scallions, ginger and cabbage and chili dipping sauce
Harumaki springroll
Chinese honey spice ribs with hoisin bbq sauce
Ahi tuna tartare with advocado, caramelized cippolinni, palermo olive oil and tarot chips
Coconut shrimp with spicy honey dipping sauce
Shanghai potstickers
Pork egg rolls
Miso soup with clams, enoki mushrooms, kabocha squash, scallions and tofu
Cambodian chicken and rice soup with shrimp
Thai crab and mango salad with vanilla vinaigrette
Thai noodle salad
Hot and sour soup
Duck breast tataki with hot and sour noodles
Katsu curry: breaded pork cutlets with japanese yellow curry
Japanese udon with mushroom soy broth, tofu, stirfried mushrooms, napa cabbage, kombu and onions
Katsu curry: breaded pork cutlets with japanese yellow curry and green rice
Pork belly ramen with wakame, baby bok choy and bean sprouts
Japanese ramen with chicken broth assorted vegetables, pork belly and egg
Red curry chicken with black lentils and cauliflower rice
Karaage - japanese fried chicken with spicy udon noodles, bok choy, sprouts and eggplant
Sesame chicken with bok choy, broccoli, scallions, sticky rice and hot oil
Salt and pepper crab king crab legs
Wagyu style beef with quinoa and roasted jams
General tso's chicken
Mongolian beef and asparagus
Chocolate cups stuffed with nutella and peanut butter with grape jelly foam
Green tea ice cream with white chocolate ganache, caramel sauce and the vanilla mochi
Grilled rosemary pound cake dipped in chocolate ganache and served salted caramel gelato
Cherries jubilee
Classical tiramisu
Bananas beignets with cinnamon and palm sugar
Honey pistachio pears with vanilla gelato
Bananas foster
Flourless chocolate hazelnut torte with raspberry coulee
Apple tart tartin with vanilla gelato
Brioche bread pudding with whiskey sauce
New york cheese cake with strawberry coulis
Avocado roll with tuna
Gyosa with hoisin sauce and scallions
Spicy tuna roll
Miso soup
Salmon roll ikura / salmón roe mayoyuzu salmón kingcrab, tempura - flakes, nori, rice
Tempura veggies with soda sauce
Miso braise beef ramen with noodles
Blackened salmon with cajun rice and pickled onions
Sweet spice chicken with sesame
Assorted of mochi ice creams, green tea, vanilla, strawberry
Arugula salad organic peperory baby arugula, fresh raspberries , french goat cheese, candied pecans, raspberry and balsamic vinaigrette
Burrata ensalada organic jubilee heirloom tomatoes, poached garlic infused olive oil, creamy burrata cheese, aged balsamic vinegar, chiffonade basil
Roasted beet salad fire roasted beet ,maytag blue cheese mousse, avocado crema ,toasted pistachios, champagne vinaigrette
Caribbean salad hass avocado , tomato and cucumber salad florida citrus vinaigrette , red onion, hand torn cilantro leaves
Garden ensalada organic jubilee heirloom tomatoes, baby bell peppers, cucumber, onion, organic peperory baby arugula, poached garlic infused olive oil, tahini
Ceaser salad, romaine lettuce, grated parmesan cheese, creamy ceaser dressing, garlic croutons
Tuna tartare hass avocado, citrus ponzu, cilantro leaves and crispy wontons
Shrimp & grits white cheddar & carolina style grits , sauteed shrimp & thick bacon lardons, vermont maple & red wine vinegar gastric
Peruvian fish ceviche sliced florida fish, lime juice, rocoto peppers mix, aji amarillo sauce, crispy sweet potato
Short rib taquitos avocado crema , cilantro leaves and green apple slaw
Boneless chicken confit crunchy puffed quinoa , blueberry & cognac marmalade, roasted chicken demi glace
Charred shrimp salad cuban black bean puree, green pea shoots, sliced scallions, bloody mary vinaigrette , puffed crispy quinoa
Camarones al ajillo & crispy plantain chips sauteed shrimp in a garlic and white wine sauce with cilantro & lime aioli
Charcuterie station (minimum 8 guest) assortment display of cured meats & cheeses, marmalades and wild honey
Braised short rib slowly braised beef short rib, yukon gold potato mousseline, broccoli florets , braising liquid reduction
Sweet chilli salmon pan seared salmon, ginger and lemongrass scented quinoa, honey and sriracha brocolini
Citrus and guava pork tenderloin spanish chorizo & organic sweet potato hash with sweet corn and cilantro
Organic chicken breast rollatini chicken breast with creamy smoked gouda, sun dried tomatoes and prosciutto, sauteed gnocchi with spinach, wild mushrooms and parmigiano reggiano
Local grouper blackened grouper , yuca cakes, latin escabeche, mango and jalapeno coolis
Jerk chicken & guava glace jerk season organic chicken breast, tamarin & orange blossom honey vinaigrette
Fillet mignon steak sous vide and pan seared tenderloin, sweet potato au gratin, charred asparagus, crispy tobacco onions, cabernet sauvignon
Duck a la orange, boneless roasted duck with florida citrus sauce. fired roasted fingerling potatoes and butter poached organic carrots
Mediterranean olive oil pasta capellini pasta tossed in extra virgin olive oil and mediterranean favorites like tomatoes, feta, olives, artichoke hearts and fresh herbs
Pan seared snapper thai coconut red curry, cilantro and toasted almond basmati rice
Mushroom pasta pappardelle ai funghi fresh homemade pasta, sauteed wild mushrooms, roasted garlic cream
Pan seared local fish (mahi, snapper etc) pan sauce with garlic, thyme & lemon butter
Almond joy crisp chocolate ganache, carvel style chocolate crispies , toasted coconut & almond slices
Apple cobbler warm roasted apple cobbler with salted caramel and vanilla ice cream
Chocolate indulgence chocolate mousse, chocolate crunch, strawberry marmalade, warm chocolate ganache
Strawberry shortcake fresh organic strawberries, tahitian vanilla chantilly cream, pound cake
White chocolate dome raspberry infused creme anglaise and fresh raspberries
Bananas foster with tahitian vanilla ice cream cognac caramel sauce
Braised short rib beef nachos with salsa cruda, guacamole, queso fresco and creme fraiche
Shredded beef empanadas
Blue corn pellizcades with queso and salsa crude
Chicken flautas with guacamole cream and roasted poblanos salsa
Jamaican beef patties with scotch bonnet cream
Jamaican pork meatballs cooked in vindaloo
Columbian chorizo skewers with cilantro pesto
Chorizo and sweet potato tostados with poblano cream and avocado
Chorizo stuffed shrimp wrapped with bacon and served with poblano coconut cream
Jamon croquettes
Braised pork empanadas
Deviled crab croquettes
Patacones topped with black beans mashers, grilled pepper and queso fresca
Ceviches with shrimp and scallops marinated in lime coconut milk, mango, jalapeños, palm sugar and cilantro
Mexican lime soup with potatoes, corn, mushrooms, avocados and cilantro
Chopped salad with corn, jicama, black beans, roasted peppers, tomatoes, cilantro, zucchini and cilantro lime dressing
Classical ceasar salad
Ambrose salad with seasonal fruit and chantilly cream
French baby potato salad with scallions, green beans, herbs and tarragon vinaigrette
Puerto prawn scampi with red rice and beans
Chicken mole enchiladas with queso fresca
Whole fried ancho fish with black beans and spanish rice
Carnitas- slow cooked spicy pork in onions and garlic with chipotle salsas and handmade flour tortillas
Country pork spareribs in rojo with black beans and rice
Baja tacos bar to include: tampico steak, lime grilled chicken, baked cod, grilled vegetables, salsas, slaw,sour cream, guacamole and corn tortillas
Chifrijo rice and beans with pork chicharrones with toasted cumin and corianderer served with pico de gallo and patacones
Braised oxtails with fried plantains and green rice
Breaded fried pork rolls stuffed with broadbent ham and cuban swiss cheese and collard greens
Ajiaco-pumkin and potato stew
Carne asade- grilled marinated skirt steak with pinto beans, rice and tortillas ski
Whole fried fish with ginger and black rice
Skirt steak, chicken and red fish fajitas with grilled cabbage, pepper, corn, salsa cruda and guacamole
Churros with coconut sauce
Tres leches cake
Bananas beignets with cinnamon and palm sugar
Bananas foster
Chocolate cups stuffed with nutella and peanut butter with grape jelly foam
New york cheese cake with strawberry coulis
Chocolate ganache flourless layer cake with island vanilla coconut gelato
Arugula salad organic peperory baby arugula, fresh raspberries , french goat cheese, candied pecans, raspberry and balsamic vinaigrette
Avocado , tomato and cucumber salad florida citrus vinaigrette / red onion hand torn cilantro leaves
Burrata ensalada organic jubilee heirloom tomatoes, poached garlic infused olive oil, creamy burrata cheese, aged balsamic vinegar, chiffonade basil
Ceaser salad, romaine lettuce, grated parmesan cheese, creamy ceaser dressing, garlic croutons
Garden ensalada organic jubilee heirloom tomatoes, baby bell peppers, cucumber, onion, organic peperory baby arugula, poached garlic infused olive oil, tahini
Roasted beet salad fire roasted beet ,maytag blue cheese mousse, avocado crema ,toasted pistachios, champagne vinaigrette
Tuna tartare hass avocado, citrus ponzu, cilantro leaves and crispy wontons
Shrimp & grits white cheddar & carolina style grits , sauteed shrimp & thick bacon lardons, vermont maple & red wine vinegar gastric
Peruvian fish ceviche sliced florida fish, lime juice, rocoto peppers mix, aji amarillo sauce, crispy sweet potato
Short rib taquitos avocado crema , cilantro leaves and green apple slaw
Boneless chicken confit crunchy puffed quinoa , blueberry & cognac marmalade, roasted chicken demi glace
Charred shrimp salad cuban black bean puree, green pea shoots, sliced scallions, bloody mary vinaigrette , puffed crispy quinoa
Camarones al ajillo & crispy plantain chips sauteed shrimp in a garlic and white wine sauce with cilantro & lime aioli
Braised short rib slowly braised beef short rib, yukon gold potato mousseline, broccoli florets , braising liquid reduction
Sweet chilli salmon pan seared salmon, ginger and lemongrass scented quinoa, honey and sriracha brocolini
Organic chicken breast rollatini chicken breast with creamy smoked gouda, sun dried tomatoes and prosciutto, sauteed gnocchi with spinach, wild mushrooms and parmigiano reggiano
Local mahi mahi blackened , yuca cakes, latin escabeche, mango and jalapeno coolis
Fillet mignon steak sous vide and pan seared tenderloin, sweet potato au gratin, charred asparagus, crispy tobacco onions, cabernet sauvignon
Duck a la orange, boneless roasted duck with florida citrus sauce. fired roasted fingerling potatoes and butter poached organic carrots
Mushroom pasta pappardelle ai funghi fresh homemade pasta, sauteed wild mushrooms, roasted garlic cream
Pan seared local fish (mahi, snapper etc) pan sauce with garlic, thyme & lemon butter
Mediterranean olive oil pasta capellini pasta tossed in extra virgin olive oil and mediterranean favorites like tomatoes, feta, olives, artichoke hearts and fresh herbs
Pan seared snapper thai coconut red curry, cilantro and toasted almond basmati rice
Citrus and guava pork tenderloin spanish chorizo & organic sweet potato hash with sweet corn and cilantro
Apple cobbler warm roasted apple cobbler with salted caramel and vanilla ice cream
Chocolate indulgence chocolate mousse, chocolate crunch, strawberry marmalade, warm chocolate ganache
Bananas foster with tahitian vanilla ice cream cognac caramel sauce
Strawberry shortcake fresh organic strawberries, tahitian vanilla chantilly cream, pound cake
Almond joy crisp chocolate ganache, carvel style chocolate crispies , toasted coconut & almond slices
White chocolate dome raspberry infused creme anglaise and fresh raspberries
Greek dips trio tzatziki, melitzanosalata (smoked eggplant dip), and spicy feta dip served with warm pita bread
Octopus carpaccio thin-sliced marinated octopus with capers, lemon, and olive oil
Shrimp saganaki – sautéed shrimp in a spiced tomato and feta sauce, served with crusty bread
Fava santorini – creamy yellow split pea purée with caramelized onions and capers
Classic horiatiki salad vine-ripened tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, feta, and oregano—no lettuce, just like in greece
Watermelon & feta salad with mint, arugula, cucumber ribbons, and balsamic glaze
Seafood orzo – tender orzo pasta with shrimp, calamari, tomatoes, and dill
Moussaka layers of roasted eggplant, seasoned ground beef, and béchamel sauce, baked to perfection
Branzino (filleted) grilled with lemon, garlic, and olive oil; served with wild greens and herbed couscous
Slow-roasted leg of lamb “kleftiko” tender leg of lamb marinated in garlic, lemon, oregano, and white wine, slow-roasted until fall-apart tender. served with roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables
Greek yogurt mousse with honey & walnuts light and tangy mousse with wildflower honey, candied walnuts, and a touch of lemon
Baklava traditional phyllo pastry layered with walnuts and pistachios, soaked in spiced honey syrup
“eclair” with smoked salmon mousse
Red tuna in tartare with avocado and mango salsa (lime and cilantro)
Crab cake with aïoli sauce
Puff pastry with shrimps and chutney mango
Scallops carpaccio with passion fruit oil, lime and pink pepper
Grilled lobster served with butter lemon or with thai sauce and served with celery rissoto
Ceviche of corvina, red onions, lemon, olive oil, tomatoes tartare, cilantro
Salmon in gravlax, capers and homemade blinis
Mussels cooked in white wine sauce xith garlic, parsley, shallots
Halibut filet with virgin sauce, risotto and confit vegetables
Chilean sea bas, virgin sauce, risotto, vegetables confit, asparagus
Fresh fillet of branzino, virgin sauce, risotto, confit vegetables
Frutti di mare : linguine, garlic sauce scallops, mussels, shrimps, salmon, clams, cilantro
“saint honore” (petits choux caramelized and vanilla cream)
Strawberries cake (sponge cake and sirup, light vanilla cream, fresh strawberries)
Classical tiramisu or tiramisu with speculos and caramelized apples
Apple tatin tart and vanilla ice cream
Royal chocolat, almonds cake, crunchy praline, chocolate ganache mousse
Lemon tart meringue
Smoked salmon canapés: bite-sized toasts topped with smoked salmon, cream cheese, and capers
Gambas al ajillo: sautéed shrimp cooked with garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes
Aguachile fish ceviche tostadas
Mini raw tuna tostadas with mango pico de gallo
Blinis with smoked salmon and cream cheese french
Insalata di mare: seafood salad made with a mix of cooked seafood, lemon, olive oil, and fresh herbs
: coquilles saint-jacques: seared scallops served in a creamy white wine sauce with mushrooms and herbs, often served with rice or pasta
Seafood soup: a rich broth with shrimp, mussels, clams, and fish, simmered with herbs and vegetables
Grilled fish with sumac: fresh fish fillets marinated with olive oil, garlic, and sumac, then grilled to perfection. side of mediterranean grilled veggies
Baked salmon with lemon dill and pesto crust
Seafood risotto: - creamy risotto with a mix of shrimp, scallops, and clams
Bouillabaisse: a refined version of the classic provençal seafood stew, featuring an assortment of fresh fish, mussels, clams, and prawns, simmered in a saffron-tomato broth, and served with garlic rouille and toasted baguette slices
Lemon garlic butter shrimp scampi side of brussel sprouts
Buttery almond parpandelle with lobster meat
Fruit tart: a buttery tart shell filled with pastry cream and topped with seasonal fruits
Tres leches cake
Key-lime pie
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.








Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Parkland.
What does a private chef service include in Parkland?
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Parkland?
The price of renting a chef in Parkland can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 158 USD to 202 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 158 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 155 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 185 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 202 USD per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
How can I hire a private chef in Parkland?
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
How can I find a private chef near me?
There are currently 599 chefs available in Parkland. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Parkland who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service?
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Does the chef cook at my house?
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Can I cook along with the chef?
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Are the ingredients fresh?
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
How much should I tip my private chef in Parkland?
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
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How many chef services are booked in Parkland each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Parkland, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Parkland.
Cost of a private chef in Parkland
The cost of hiring a private chef in Parkland can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 158 USD to 202 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 158 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 155 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 185 USD
For 2 people: 202 USD.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in Parkland!
5 personal chefs register with us every month. Our verification team reviews these new chef profiles daily to categorize them, allowing you to discover incredible new chefs every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Parkland?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Parkland: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Chef's special, but you can have anything you want (our surprise menu will cover that!).
Beyond these six types of cuisine, our private chefs personalize diverse menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Our private chefs can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction and suggest other cuisines or fusion dishes. Submit your request and hire a chef in Parkland!






Talk to our chefs in Parkland
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Parkland? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Parkland, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.









