Private Chefs in Chiang Mai
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Discover the flavors of Northern Thailand with personal chefs in Chiang Mai. Whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering in the Old City or a garden celebration in Nimmanhaemin, in-home chefs in Chiang Mai create unforgettable dining experiences tailored to your taste. Savor local favorites like khao soi, sai ua and mango sticky rice or explore global options such as sushi making, Italian pasta dishes and French patisserie. Imagine chefs to cook at your home in the riverside Wat Ket area, sourcing fresh ingredients from bustling markets and handling every detail from cooking to elegant plating and cleanup. Hire a chef for the night in Chiang Mai and transform your dinner party into a private chef experience filled with flavor and charm.
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Hire a Private Chef in Chiang Mai
Nestled in the mountains of northern Thailand, Chiang Mai is a haven for food lovers from bustling night markets to serene riverside cafés and farm-to-table eateries. But when you’re craving something personal and relaxed, hiring a private chef in Chiang Mai brings the city’s soulful cuisine straight to your own home or vacation rental. Whether you're planning a cozy dinner for two, hosting a gathering with friends or celebrating a special occasion, Cozymeal makes it easy to hire a chef for dinner in Chiang Mai. You’ll receive a fully customized menu whether you want traditional Lanna dishes, modern Thai fusion or international comfort food.
Your chef handles it all: shopping for fresh, local ingredients, preparing the meal, serving it with care and even cleaning up. All you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy the moment. From spicy khao soi to delicate mango sticky rice, discover a private chef experience in Chiang Mai that’s as vibrant and authentic as the city itself with no travel or reservations required.
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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.
| 200 Reviews
Chef Danushka
Austin
After graduating from Le Cordon Bleu, Chef Danushka’s culinary career quickly rose to prominence. An experienced culinary instructor and highly sought after private chef, she has worked for celebrities and high net worth clients across the U.S. Chef Danushka was a contestant on "Chopped" and "Cutthroat Kitchen," a finalist on "Comeback Kitchen" and "Next Food Network Star," and is the winner of Food Network’s "24 Hour Restaurant Battle."
| 197 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.
| 170 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.
| 195 Reviews
Chef Aaron
Austin
Previously a chemical engineer, Chef Aaron left his job to purse his true passion and enrolled in culinary school. He graduated from Le Cordon Bleu, is now teaching at a culinary school and works as a private chef with his own company. Chef Aaron's hospitality is unmatched as he offers classes out of his home, showcasing fresh herbs, seasonal fruit, and pastured eggs gathered from his 1,000-square-foot garden and greenhouse.
| 218 Reviews
Chef Francesca
Los Angeles
Born and raised in Sardinia, Italy, Chef Francesca discovered her passion at a young age. She loves to cook traditional Sardinian and Italian food while using traditional techniques and high-quality ingredients when handcrafting classics, like homemade pasta, sauces and desserts.
| 342 Reviews
Chef Chris
Atlanta
After discovering his passion for cooking as an Italian language instructor at UC Berkeley, Chef Chris went on to be the co-founder of a culinary event business, specializing in regional Italian cooking, and then worked as a chef teaching cooking classes for corporate groups, cultivating a 5-star rating. Chef Chris now works with a company providing walking food tours of Little Italy as well as teaching his lauded cooking classes.
| 486 Reviews
Chef Luis
Salt Lake City
Chef Luis has been sharpening his culinary skills and know how for more than a decade, and he is ready to showcase his cooking expertise with you. Chef Luis is a well-known leader in the kitchen with a strong understanding of culinary concepts, including food microbiology. He is ready and willing to share his love and knowledge of all things food!
| 144 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.
| 152 Reviews
Chef Vivian and Michi
Tampa
Chef Vivian and Chef Michi are a husband and wife dynamic culinary duo, each bringing more than 30 years of professional culinary experience to the table. Chef Vivian is a highly respected and lauded private chef, caterer and cooking class instructor. Chef Michi is a master of all things authentic Japanese sushi. Together, Chef Vivian and Chef Michi are a culinary force to be reckoned with in the kitchen.
| 472 Reviews
Chef Made Master
Washington, D.C.
Chef Made Master is a renowned sushi chef known for creating stunningly beautiful and flavorful plates of sushi. He has gained experience in a number of sushi restaurants across the country, beginning as a sushi helper and working his way up to his currently coveted role of head sushi chef. His calming, yet energetic demeanor makes him an outstanding host to a number of memorable cooking classes and culinary experiences.
| 141 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
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FAQs
How much does a private chef in Chiang Mai cost?
The cost of a private chef for a dinner party in Chiang Mai generally ranges from ฿2,200 to over ฿3,800 per person (roughly $59–$100+ USD). Pricing depends on your group size, selected menu and event location, whether you're hosting in Nimmanhaemin, the Old City or a hillside villa near Hang Dong. Chiang Mai chefs often create dishes inspired by northern Thai cuisine such as khao soi or grilled river prawns, which can influence the final cost. All private chef experiences include local taxes and follow a tiered pricing structure. Whether you're looking to hire a chef for dinner, bring in an in home chef or rent a chef for your vacation rental, our Concierge team is here to help.
What is included when you hire a chef for the night?
When you hire a chef for dinner in Chiang Mai, you’ll enjoy a full-service private chef experience that brings authentic Northern Thai flavors right to your home or vacation rental. Your in home chef will handle everything, selecting ingredients from local markets like Warorot, preparing the meal, cooking, serving and even cleaning up. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party in Nimmanhaemin or relaxing in the Old City, Chiang Mai chefs deliver a seamless, flavor-filled evening. From spicy khao soi to fresh mango sticky rice, chefs to cook at your home make entertaining easy and memorable.
What are the most popular cuisines with private chef experiences?
Chiang Mai chefs offer a flavorful mix of Northern Thai specialties like khao soi and grilled sai ua sausage as well as popular international options such as Italian, Surf & Turf, Asian fusion and American contemporary. For something extra special, you can hire a chef for dinner who prepares Michelin-star-caliber dishes, perfect for birthdays or celebrations. Whether you’re staying in Nimmanhaemin, the Old City or along the Ping River, chefs to cook at your home or vacation rental are readily available. Hibachi catering is also a crowd-pleasing choice.
How do I hire a chef or rent a chef?
Hiring a private chef for a dinner party in Chiang Mai is effortless. Visit the Private Chef section on Cozymeal and enter your city to find talented local chefs ready to cook at your home or vacation rental. Whether you’re in the Old City, Nimmanhaemin, or near the Night Bazaar, you’ll discover menus featuring Northern Thai specialties like khao soi and sai ua, along with fresh, local ingredients. Simply select your preferred chef and menu, set your date, and enjoy a memorable private chef experience.
How much should I tip my private chef?
When you hire a chef for dinner in Chiang Mai, tipping is completely optional but always appreciated by your in home chef. If you’d like to show your thanks, a tip between 10 to 25% of the total cost is a helpful guideline. Chiang Mai chefs often bring flavors from neighborhoods like Nimmanhaemin and the Old City, blending traditional Northern Thai recipes with fresh local ingredients. Whether you rent a chef for your own home or vacation rental, your private chef experience will highlight the region’s rich culinary heritage.
Where do the experiences take place?
Your private chef experience in Chiang Mai can unfold right in your own home or vacation rental whether you're nestled in the Old City, staying in a boutique villa in Nimmanhaemin or relaxing in a hillside retreat near Hang Dong. Chiang Mai chefs can cook at your home or chosen venue, provided there’s a clean, functional kitchen available. From the cultural charm of Wat Gate to the tranquil lanes of Mae Hia, in home chefs for a dinner party bring authentic Northern Thai flavors and global cuisine right to your table. Whether you hire a chef for the night or rent a chef for a special celebration, we’ll make it seamless.
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