Where to begin?!
We got paired with chefs Nicolas and Venesa when our original chef got cancelled last minute just before our arrival in Espana. Initially we were a bit stressed about the plan change, but it seems that the universe smiles upon us anyway. Being reassigned to chefs Nico and Venesa is probably the best thing that could have happened to our experience, culinary and otherwise. They have curated SO MANY AMAZING MEALS FOR OUR FAMILY, EVEN WITH OUr Many dietary requirements. We are all celiac, so gluten free and corn free has a requirement for all of us from day one, which has been no problem for them to accommodate. In fact it was well received as a artistic challenge. Every meal has been executed with ideal flavour, grace and perfect timing. Co-created excellence is brought to the table with every dish, every time. Nico y Vanessa really are a talented duo. They bring so much more than just a great meal. They bring a whole vibe of richness. What they’ve come up with for my particular diet has been absolutely life changing, to say the least. Some of the things I’ve learned from them are things that will change the ways I cook and see food forever. Not only am I gluten free & grain free entirely, but I’m also Dairy-free, Vegan (with the exception of honey) & Oil-free..the latter of which is usually the kicker, even for most professionally trained chefs. SO in addition to the restrictions, I also require several smoothies & fresh greens juice daily. Which has been absolutely no problem for our brilliant Chefs Nico y Vanessa!
I recommend that they write a cookbook & I DEFINITELY highly recommend hiring them for any length of time! We have been blessed by their presence through Take a Chef for 8 days for 2 large meals per day (and my kids are quite picky eaters!) We were beyond satisfied with every meal & every dish. They went SO far above & beyond our expectations creating incredible & unique appetizers and desserts as well. It really made me & my family feel relaxed & nourished. After each meal Chefs Nico y Vanessa cleaned up the entire kitchen, washed all of the dishes & sometimes even played soccer with the children! They are very family friendly & solution-oriented. We seriously couldn’t be more grateful for the opportunity to work with this caring team. It’s been an experience of superb quality & so much learning.
Some of our favorite meals included: Chicken Parm, Skewers, Paella, Empanadas, Tacos, Ribs, the Sorbet, the Smoothies, the Breakfast potatoes & omelets (very yummy & healthy breakfasts so say my children), literally EVERYTHING they create has been absolutely delicious.
5/5 stars we highly recommend them for everyone! Especially people with special diets. Thank you SO much!!!
Ruthanne Erickson (Annie) & Chris & kids
