Private Chefs in Kelowna
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Personal chefs in Kelowna, BC bring custom dining to the heart of the Okanagan Valley. In-home chefs in Kelowna handle menu planning, shopping, cooking, serving and cleanup. Whether you’re near Downtown Kelowna, Mission or along Okanagan Lake, they create menus tailored to your preferences. Hire a chef for the night in Kelowna to enjoy sushi, Italian pastas, French dishes or fresh farm-to-table meals. You can book this service for family gatherings, birthdays or wine country celebrations. Your chef cooks in your kitchen with seasonal ingredients and serves each course fresh. You can request kid-friendly meals, wine pairings or gluten-free menus. The chef manages service and cleanup so you can relax. It’s a practical way to enjoy local flavors and more time in Kelowna.
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Hire a Private Chef in Kelowna
With its sun-soaked vineyards, lakefront patios and flourishing farm-to-table scene, Kelowna is a dream for food lovers. But when you’d rather sip local wine in your backyard than wait for a table downtown, private chefs in Kelowna offer the perfect solution. Skip the crowded restaurants and hire a chef for dinner in Kelowna to bring the Okanagan’s rich culinary flavor right to your own home or vacation rental. These chefs, many with backgrounds in top-tier kitchens and luxury resorts, craft personalized menus tailored to your tastes, whether that means wine-paired small plates, West Coast seafood or globally inspired fusion cuisine.
The best part? You won’t have to lift a finger. From grocery shopping and prep to serving and spotless cleanup, every detail is handled with care. Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner party or celebrating a special moment, a private chef experience in Kelowna turns any evening into something unforgettable, all while you relax, connect and enjoy every bite.
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Chef Timothy
Nashville
Chef Timothy is living his childhood dream as a personal chef and culinary instructor in Nashville. With past experience that includes teaching cooking classes for kids and working as a private chef, Chef Timothy is an engaging teacher for all ages and skill levels. He loves to cook international cuisine as well as classic southern fare, and his goal is to bring the life-giving joy of wonderful food to every guest.
| 100 Reviews
Chef Shailini
Boston
Chef Shailini was born in Nepal, and with her father being a well-known diplomat, the family lived all over the world. A life long educator, Chef Shailini taught at both Boston University and Northeastern University earlier in her career, and while she enjoyed that a great deal, she is currently living her true passion at several well-known Boston institutions teaching people how to cook food that is both nutritious and delicious. Chef Shailini also does a great deal of volunteer work.
| 318 Reviews
Chef Karen
Sacramento
With over 20 years of kitchen experience, Chef Karen has done it all, from earning culinary degrees in pastry and restaurant management to working with Michelin-star chefs. She began cooking Southern soul food at age seven and now owns and operates her own catering company. She's even prepared gourmet dishes for A-listers and celebrity clients! It's all part of Chef Karen's mission of, "Building a greater community one smile at a time."
| 108 Reviews
Chef Iain
Los Angeles
After deciding to shift gears and leave the restaurant game, Chef Iain began a successful career as a personal chef in Manhattan Beach for over 15 years while simultaneously catering parties for clients and corporate events. He also became a private celebrity chef, and began providing services and catering on the sets of TV shows and movies. Chef Iain can also be found hosting a variety of fun and exciting culinary experiences!
| 180 Reviews
Chef Jordan W.
San Diego
Born with a love for tantalizing flavors, Chef Jordan pursued his culinary ambitions as soon as he could, which took him around the world. He wants everyone who savors his cooking to remember it long after they leave the table, and to ensure that happens, he infuses all the knowledge he has gained into every dish. Chef Jordan looks forward to inspiring both novice and proficient chefs to explore new techniques and ingredients in the kitchen.
| 197 Reviews
Chef Tiffany
Washington, D.C.
Chef Tiffany, who was born and raised in Maryland, grew up with deep Southern influences from her mother. She graduated from Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte, North Carolina, has taught extensively in schools and has a passion for spreading the knowledge of the culinary world to cooks of all levels.
| 146 Reviews
Chef Titik
Chicago
Being proud of her strong Indonesian heritage is a big part of who Chef Titik is. The chef's hope is to impart a passion for food on others so they can learn more about cooking and enjoy meals that always taste incredible, from Indonesian fare to Italian and Indian. Chef Titik's culinary background is peppered with achievements, including graduating with honors from the Art Institute of California with degrees in culinary art, and baking and pastry art.
| 172 Reviews
Chef Luca
Atlanta
Chef Luca is a dynamic and talented gastronomic genius from Parma, Italy with more than 22 years of professional culinary experience under his belt. After spending years honing his craft in both Italy as well as Addis Abeba, Ethiopia, Chef Luca landed in Atlanta. He has found incredible success as a personal and private chef as well as a culinary instructor who loves incorporating history into his interactive classes.
| 302 Reviews
Chef Mert
Los Angeles
Chef Mert hails from a family of exceptional cooks who take pride in their Balkan and Mediterranean culinary cultures. He applied his natural talents while working at Michelin-starred Spago Beverly Hills. His experience preparing meals for A-list celebrities and food critics helped expand his enterprise as a private chef. In Chef Mert’s view, cuisine is an artform where passion and soul are as important as flavor and texture.
| 155 Reviews
Chef Ricky
Tampa
Chef Ricky is a renowned chef instructor and research and development chef bringing nearly 40 years of experience to the table. He notes his greatest achievements to be developing and launching multiple successful Asian restaurants and business concepts as well as coaching an ACF team to two national championships. Chef Ricky specializes in Pacific Rim cooking and is passionate about enabling aspiring chefs to turn their ambitions into reality.
| 202 Reviews
Chef Li
Washington, D.C.
With a solid background in the culinary industry, Chef Li's cooking expertise has taken her around the world. While previously living in Singapore, Chef Li led private and corporate events as a culinary instructor. Now, back in the U.S., she looks forward to sharing her authentic, international cooking styles and techniques. Chef Li prides herself on her ability to make Chinese and Southeast Asian cuisine simple and fun to cook!
| 203 Reviews
Chef Mike
Bay Area
Over the last 20 years, Chef Mike has acquired a wide range of talents working in recipe development, food styling and instruction at some of the nation's most reputable culinary programs. With a degree in Food and Nutrition as well as Culinary Arts, he is passionate about sharing knowledge of cooking healthfully without sacrificing taste. A world traveler, Chef Mike's range of cuisine knows no bounds and he delights in sharing the stories and technique behind each dish.
| 191 Reviews
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SKIING IN KELOWNA? ENJOY A PRIVATE CHEF AT YOUR STAY!
A private chef for ski trip in Kelowna transforms your après-ski into an evening of fine dining. Enjoy an après-ski private chef experience with menus designed for your tastes and crafted from fresh, local ingredients. Ski vacation private chefs handle the planning, preparation and cleanup, so you can relax with your group. Make your Kelowna getaway one to remember with this gourmet service.
FAQs
How much does a private chef in Kelowna cost?
The cost of a private chef for a dinner party in Kelowna generally ranges from $59 to over $100 per person. Pricing is tiered based on group size and the specific menu you choose, expect higher rates for smaller parties or menus featuring Okanagan Valley wines, seasonal produce or local specialties like wild salmon. You might notice slight price differences between areas like Lower Mission, South Pandosy and Glenmore. Whether you're hosting in your own home or a vacation rental, Kelowna chefs offer in home chef experiences perfect for entertaining. Check the per-person starting cost listed on your preferred experience page or connect with our Concierge team to learn more.
What is included when you hire a chef for the night?
When you hire a chef for the night in Kelowna, everything is included to ensure a smooth, memorable private chef experience. Your chef will source fresh, local ingredients often from Okanagan Valley farms and bring any specialty equipment needed. They’ll handle the shopping, cooking, serving and even the cleanup. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party in South Pandosy or relaxing in a vacation rental near Mission Hill, Kelowna chefs deliver refined, regional flavors right to your table. It’s ideal for anyone looking to hire a chef for dinner without the stress. From romantic dinners to lively gatherings, in home chef experiences make entertaining easy.
What are the most popular cuisines with private chef experiences?
Private chef experiences in Kelowna offer a rich variety of cuisines including Surf & Turf, Italian, Asian fusion and modern Canadian fare. Hibachi catering is also a favorite, adding excitement to meals at your own home or vacation rental. Many Kelowna chefs craft Michelin-star-caliber menus using local ingredients like Okanagan Valley wine, orchard fruits and fresh lake fish. Culinary influences come from Kelowna’s vibrant food scene, especially in the South Pandosy and Downtown Cultural Districts. Whether you're looking for an in home chef for a dinner party or want to hire a chef for the night, there are options to fit every taste, occasion and the cost of a private chef for a dinner party.
How do I hire a chef or rent a chef?
To hire a chef in Kelowna, head to the Private Chef section on our site and enter “Kelowna” to explore a curated list of menus from talented local chefs. Whether you're hosting in Glenmore, Mission or near the waterfront in Pandosy Village, it’s easy to book an in home chef for a dinner party or special celebration. Many Kelowna chefs use regional ingredients like Okanagan Valley wines, orchard-fresh produce and locally sourced meats to create unforgettable private chef experiences. Just select your menu, confirm your date and get ready to enjoy chefs to cook at your home or vacation rental.
How much should I tip my private chef?
Tipping your private chef in Kelowna is entirely up to you, it’s not required but always appreciated. Whether you're in Glenmore, the Mission or enjoying a lakeside getaway in a vacation rental, Kelowna chefs bring world-class cuisine right to your table. If you’d like to tip for an outstanding in home chef experience, we suggest 10 to 25% of the total cost. From intimate wine-paired dinners to special occasions in the heart of Okanagan wine country, chefs to cook at your home make every event unforgettable.
Where do the experiences take place?
Private chef experiences in Kelowna can be enjoyed in your own home, vacation rental or lodge in neighborhoods like downtown Kelowna, Pandosy Village or the scenic areas surrounding Okanagan Lake. Whether you're staying in a lakeside condo or a luxurious estate in the Mission Hill area, your in-home chef for a dinner party will come to you. All Kelowna chefs need is a clean, functional kitchen to prepare a custom menu inspired by local ingredients. Hosting an après-ski gathering or a special celebration? It’s easy to rent a chef and enjoy a personalized private chef experience.
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