Private Chefs in Santa Rosa, CA
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If you’re exhausted after a day spent exploring the City of Natural Lakes, instead of booking a meal at a restaurant, why not relax and hire a private chef in Santa Rosa? Whether you’re based in Downtown, Roseland or in or near the Historic Railroad District, you’ll find plenty of Santa Rosa chefs within reach. Each brings more than 10 years’ experience at the pinnacle of their industry. What’s more, you can specify your menu precisely to your palate’s preferences. From Japanese sushi and French bistro cooking to a bespoke full-course Michelin-standard menu, it’s all possible, and the best part? They’ll take care of everything, from the grocery shopping to the cleanup afterwards. Sounds good? Then be sure to hire a chef for the night in Santa Rosa!
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Hire a Private Chef in Santa Rosa, CA
From the diverse range of restaurants in Downtown and the eclectic dining of Railroad Square to the multicultural culinary offerings in Roseland, there are plenty of dining options in the City of Natural Lakes. But what if the last thing you want to do is leave the house? What if you’re tired from exploring and want to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home? In that case, all you need to do is hire a private chef in Santa Rosa.
Drawing on more than a decade’s experience working across luxury restaurants, hotels and resorts, each Santa Rosa chef knows what it takes to take the hassle out of your evening’s dinner plans. They’ll personalize your menu to ensure it pleases the palates of you and your guests, and you can choose between an array of world cuisines, including sushi, fresh pasta, French bistro favorites and more. The best part, however, is that they’ll take care of absolutely everything for you. That includes the grocery shopping, all of the cooking and even the cleanup afterwards! Sounds good, right? If so, be sure to hire a chef for the night in Santa Rosa.
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Chef Gustavo
Washington, D.C.
Latin American cuisine is what Chef Gustavo is all about. As the owner and executive chef of Rumba Café in Adams Morgan for 20 years, he understands this cuisine more than anything else. He draws his inspiration from his own travels through Latin America, the Caribbean, France, Spain and more. He studied at L’ Academie de Cuisine and is knowledgeable in French cuisine as well. He is available to teach classes in both English and Spanish.
| 485 Reviews
Chef Stacy D.
San Diego
After attending culinary school at San Diego City College, Chef Stacy decided to start her own business. She has been afforded the opportunity to cook for many diverse clientele and strives for superior, friendly customer service, always with fresh ingredients and delicious food. She is also an experienced Kosher chef, an advocate for clean eating and an educator on how to avoid harmful ingredients.
| 244 Reviews
Chef Harold
Boston
While building 16 years of experience in sushi restaurants, Chef Harold developed a diverse style of cooking. He is inspired by the world around us — from traditional Japanese sushi techniques to local farmers market finds — and brings it all to the table. He loves hospitality and brings soul, magic and logic into your cooking as he drives you toward personal mastery and becoming your best self in the kitchen.
| 383 Reviews
Chef Federico
Philadelphia
Chef Frederico has had a strong passion for cooking since he was a teenager, beginning his culinary career working as a waiter and as a manager in the restaurant business in his home country of Italy. Chef Frederico then came to the U.S. and his culinary career continued to reach new heights. Now, he is sharing his skills, knowledge, and gastronomic prowess in an array of incredible and delicious culinary experiences!
| 179 Reviews
Chef Shinya
Seattle
Hailing from Japan, Chef Shinya focuses on crafting outstanding cuisine centering on traditional and authentic Japanese recipes, but mixed with a passion for using fresh, local ingredients. This method, along with his extensive experience as a culinary instructor, chef trainer and former restaurant owner who has earned three stars from Seattle Times, proves Chef Shinya's classes will be extraordinary.
| 193 Reviews
Chef Daniel
Philadelphia
After graduating culinary school and completing an immersive internship in Italian culture and cuisine in Umbria, Chef Daniel landed a job as a sous chef where he was able to learn from and partner with Iron Chef Jose Garces. For the past five years, Chef Daniel has been the go-to chef for six eateries that are part of a restaurant group that has helped transform a once desolate neighborhood into a modern and trendy village.
| 170 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.
| 199 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.
| 295 Reviews
Chef Parsati
Bay Area
A true culinary virtuosa, Chef Parsati has worked as an instructor teaching private cooking lessons and after-school programs for an international educational platform that teaches kids math, science, and geography through cooking, and also previously worked for Williams Sonoma in a culinary capacity. Chef Parsati loves researching new recipes, experimenting in the kitchen, and hosting small, private, interactive cooking classes for clients.
| 324 Reviews
Chef Andy
Chicago
A Chicago native, Chef Andy has worked in many professional culinary roles from Culinary Director to Food Content and Menu Developer. With years of experience as a culinary instructor for both adults and kids, Chef Andy and his team are well-versed in a wide range of cuisines from sushi to classic European dishes. Whether led by Chef Andy or a Resident Chef, these engaging classes and private dining experiences offer fun, expert guidance and kitchen secrets that will leave you hungry for more.
| 371 Reviews
Chef Shan
Atlanta
Chef Shan is a native of India and has been teaching Indian cooking in a variety of settings for more than 20 years. She has also authored a cookbook and has been featured in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and on PBS. Join Chef Shan on a culinary and cultural journey and you will discover modern techniques for obtaining timeless flavors and leave eager to incorporate Indian cuisine into your everyday cooking routine.
| 111 Reviews
Chef Greg
Washington, D.C.
An accomplished chef and world traveler, Chef Greg has much to offer in the culinary landscape. With over 20 years of experience, Chef Greg prides himself on his ability to craft creative and inventive fare that exceeds expectations, while providing a service that goes above and beyond. Chef Greg has opened restaurants in London, studied under top chefs, and prepared meals for royalty.
| 124 Reviews
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How much does a private chef in Santa Rosa cost?
Hiring a private chef for a dinner party usually costs between $59 and over $100 per person, however, it’s worth noting that this is just a guide. Prices between neighborhoods like Railroad Square and Downtown often command different prices. Other factors that can impact the cost include the menu, how in-demand your chosen date is and the number of guests in your group, since experience prices are tiered based on group size.
The per-person starting price on your preferred experience page will give you a rough idea of what you’ll pay to rent a chef. You can also reach out to our friendly Concierge team for more in-depth pricing assistance.
What is included when you hire a chef for the night?
The cost of a private chef for a dinner party includes everything you need to make your evening as enjoyable as possible. Firstly, it covers all of the grocery shopping, which your chef will take care of for you. It also includes any specialized equipment required to rustle up your chosen menu.
And don’t worry, you won’t have to clean up at the end of the night, either, since your chef will handle that too! When you hire an in-home chef for a dinner party, their goal is to remove the stresses of entertaining from your shoulders. That means less time in the kitchen and more time spent relaxing and enjoying the evening with your guests.
What are the most popular cuisines with private chef experiences?
If you want to know what’s on the menu when hiring chefs to cook at your home, the answer is that it’s entirely up to you. Each chef draws inspiration from around the world and boasts more than a decade’s experience of curating luxury dining experiences for discerning epicureans just like you. So, what do you fancy?
Are you planning a romantic evening that calls for steakhouse-style surf and turf? How about a satisfying Tuscan pasta feast or a full-course Michelin-standard menu? Santa Rosa chefs want to ensure that your evening is as enjoyable as possible, so if you have something specific in mind for your menu, you only need to ask.
How do I hire a chef or rent a chef?
You’ll be pleased to know that it’s easy to hire a chef for the night. First, you need to head over to the Private Chef area of the Cozymeal website. When you’re there, you can search for chefs near you. Simply search your city location and browse the chefs in your area. From there, it’s a simple case of narrowing down the list, choosing a menu that tempts your taste buds and setting a date.
Struggling to find the perfect private chef experience? Don’t worry. Just get in touch with our friendly Concierge team and they’ll gladly assist with alternative dates, menu customizations, pricing and more.
How much should I tip my private chef?
The amount that you tip is entirely up to you, however, you should know that you are under no obligation whatsoever to give one. Your in-home chef will be delighted to provide a memorable culinary experience for everybody around your table, regardless of whether there’s a tip left on it at the end of the night.
Of course, if you’d like to give your chef a tip, that’s great! It’s a wonderful way to thank them for an enjoyable evening — one for which they’re sure to be extremely grateful. If you would like to tip, again, the amount is up to you. But if you’re unsure, we usually recommend between 10% and 25% of the total experience cost.
Where do the experiences take place?
This is the first question you’ll be asked when you hire a chef for dinner. And the answer is entirely up to you. If you want to hire a chef to cook dinner at your home or vacation rental, that’s fine! Provided that you have a clean, functional kitchen and are based within your chef’s city location, they’ll gladly come to you.
You could also choose to hire a venue in the city for a larger gathering of guests. Again, provided that it’s within your chef’s city and has a serviceable kitchen, they’ll gladly take it over for the evening and deliver a dining experience that you and your guests are sure to remember forever.
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