Chef Claudio Zannotti

Chef At Home In Sydney

As a Private Chef, I craft bespoke dining experiences that tantalise taste buds and evoke delight. With a passion for quality, precision, creativity and personalised service, I curate menus that reflect your unique tastes and preferences, elevating every meal into a memorable occasion. My dedication to excellence, the attention to detail, the engagement with guests, commitment to exceed expectations, and the ability to accomodate dietary restrictions, sets me apart from other private chefs.

Over the past 20 years, I have worked in high end venues in Italy, the Uk and Australia, including Michelin starred and hatted restaurants. I honed my skills through experimentation, formal training, and hands-on experience, constantly seeking to expand my culinary repertoire and refine my techniques. Cooking became not just a skill I acquired, but a lifelong journey of discovery, growth, and sharing the art of gastronomy with those around me.

I encourage you to reach out for inquiries, bookings or consultations.

I look forward to be serving you with passion and enthusiasm! :)

Thank you for taking the time to read this bio.

For me, cooking is...

For me cooking is not just a skill or a job; it's a form of art, a way to express creativity, passion, and love. Cooking is bringing people together.

I learned to cook at...

I learned to cook at a young age, watching my mother on the stove while growing up in Italy, and then began cooking for her and my little brother.

A cooking secret...

Unlocking the potential to transform simple ingredients into extraordinary culinary experiences that leave a lasting impression to my guests.

My menus

Mediterranean - Basic

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Mediterranean octopus salad with tomato, olive, celery and potato

Greek lamb skewers with tzazichi sauce

"Mussels provencal"

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“Bouillabaisse” (Fish-stew)

Maroccan lamb tagine

Cypriot Stifado (beef-stew)

Green lasagna with mushrooms béchamel sauce, cheese and leeks

DESSERT

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Cannoli filled with ricotta mousse, pistachio, candied orange, dark chocolate

Clafoutis with dulce de leche

Catalan cream with berries

Surprise - Exclusive

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Surprise seasonal amuse bouche

FIRST COURSE

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Surprise seasonal entree

MAIN COURSE

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Surprise seasonal main course

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Surprise seasonal dessert

Surprise - Indulge

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Surprise amuse bouche

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Surprise seasonal entree

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Surprise main course

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Surprise dessert

Mediterranean - Exclusive

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Squid, chorizo, parley, gazpacho, squid ink mayo

Slow/cooked veal served with tuna-mayo sauce, tomato soil, caper berries

Feta cheese and pumpkin tart, endive, balsamic glaze

FIRST COURSE

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Hand-made tagliatelle with pork, carrot and sage ragu' topped with Pecorino Romano cheese

Tortelli stuffed pumpkin-ricotta, served with mushrooms and butter & sage sauce, topped with Grana Padano cheese

Risotto with saffron, shellfish and aromatic herb

MAIN COURSE

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Lamb backstrap with ratatouille and red wine jus

Wagyu rump MS 8+ burnt carrot veloute', confit potato, salsa verde

"Glacier 51 Toothfish", tomato coulis, saffron potato, squid Ink "bagna cauda", zucchini

DESSERT

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Dark chocolate cremeux, hazelnut, salted caramel, cocoa soil

Yoghurt and vanilla pannacotta, rhubarb gel, ginger crumble

Raspberry Clafoutis with dulce de leche

Fusion - Basic

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Miso-Infused Tomato Bruschetta

Thai Shrimp and Avocado Salad

Balsamic-Glazed Caprese Skewers

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Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl

Korean BBQ Beef Lettuce Wraps

Coconut-Curry Butternut Squash Soup

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Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon, served with a side of wasabi mashed potatoes and sautéed greens

Herb-Crusted Chicken with vibrant chimichurri sauce

Ginger and Soy Marinated Tofu Stir Fry Tossed with mixed vegetables and served over jasmine rice

DESSERT

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Green Tea Tiramisu: Layers of matcha-soaked ladyfingers with mascarpone cream

Coconut Panna Cotta with Berry Coulis

Italian - Indulge

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"Vitello Tonnato" Sliced veal served with tuna/mayo sauce, capers, tomato soil

Saute' mussels with saffron and black pepper

Burrata with sweet and sour vegetables and balsamic glaze

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Pork shoulder "cappellacci", carrot puree', butter & sage sauce, Grana Padano cheese

Hand-made spinach and ricotta ravioli, tomato sauce, Parmiggiano Reggiano, Basil

Risotto with prawns, tomato, lemon and zucchini

MAIN COURSE

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Slow-cooked veal with prosciutto, hazelnut butter and sage, served with tomato coulis

Red snapper fillet served "acquapazza" style

Baked eggplant “parmigiana”

Beef tenderloin (cooked your way), sweet potato mash, salsa verde, jus

DESSERT

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Dark chocolate cremoso, roast hazelnut, salted caramel, cocoa soil

Yoghurt and vanilla pannacotta, rhubarb gel, ginger crumble

"Torta della Nonna" ( Tuscan cake filled with lemon cream, icing sugar and pine-nuts)

Italian - Basic

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Mixed Italian Antipasto with a selection of cured meats, cheeses, and pickles, served with home-made warm focaccia bread

Beef carpaccio, lemon, rocket, balsamic and shaved parmesan cheese

Sauté garlic prawns with tomato butter, pea, pancetta and artichoke

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Creamy risotto with "Porcini" mushrooms, thyme, and Parmigiano Reggiano DOP

Salmon fillet, herbed aioli’, saffron potato, asparagus

Rigatoni pasta with "amatriciana sauce" & Pecorino Romano cheese

Linguine with prawns, tomato, lemon and zucchini

Chicken breast supreme, capsicum salad, field mushroom, wilted spinach and chicken jus

DESSERT

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Chocolate Crémeux, salted caramel, hazelnut, cocoa

Passion fuit pannacotta, mango gel, bunt white chocolate

Classic tiramisu'

Italian - Exclusive

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Live-Sydney Rock Oysters freshly shucked in front of you served with lemon and shallot mignonette

Salmon tartare, avocado and lime gel, chilli oil, chive, crispy potatoes

Scallop, truffle pumpkin, marinated artichoke, crispy pancetta

Beef carpaccio, mustard mayo, anchovy, rocket, balsamic glaze

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Risotto with Langoustine's ragu'

Pappardelle with slow-braised lamb ragu’, rosemary and Pecorino Romano cheese

Linguine with lobster, tomato petals and chive

Risotto with pumpkin, taleggio cheese and walnuts

MAIN COURSE

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Lamb cutlets, smoked eggplant, tomato, goat's curd

Beef tenderloin, duck fat potato, salsa verde, slow-roast tomato, red wine jus

Pork tenderloin, onion puree', baby carrot, salted peanut, jus

"Glacier 51 Toothfish", tomato coulis, saffron potato, Squid Ink Bagna Cauda, zucchini

DESSERT

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Passion fruit pannacotta, mango gel, burnt white chocolate

Chocolate truffle with gold leaf

Millefoglie (thousand layers), vanilla cream, strawberry and basil

Mediterranean - Basic

STARTER

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Mediterranean octopus salad with tomato, olive, celery and potato

Greek lamb skewers with tzazichi sauce

"Mussels provencal"

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

“Bouillabaisse” (Fish-stew)

Maroccan lamb tagine

Cypriot Stifado (beef-stew)

Green lasagna with mushrooms béchamel sauce, cheese and leeks

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Cannoli filled with ricotta mousse, pistachio, candied orange, dark chocolate

Clafoutis with dulce de leche

Catalan cream with berries

Surprise - Exclusive

STARTER

All inclusive

Surprise seasonal amuse bouche

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Surprise seasonal entree

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Surprise seasonal main course

DESSERT

All inclusive

Surprise seasonal dessert

Surprise - Indulge

STARTER

All inclusive

Surprise amuse bouche

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Surprise seasonal entree

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Surprise main course

DESSERT

All inclusive

Surprise dessert

Mediterranean - Exclusive

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Squid, chorizo, parley, gazpacho, squid ink mayo

Slow/cooked veal served with tuna-mayo sauce, tomato soil, caper berries

Feta cheese and pumpkin tart, endive, balsamic glaze

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Hand-made tagliatelle with pork, carrot and sage ragu' topped with Pecorino Romano cheese

Tortelli stuffed pumpkin-ricotta, served with mushrooms and butter & sage sauce, topped with Grana Padano cheese

Risotto with saffron, shellfish and aromatic herb

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Lamb backstrap with ratatouille and red wine jus

Wagyu rump MS 8+ burnt carrot veloute', confit potato, salsa verde

"Glacier 51 Toothfish", tomato coulis, saffron potato, squid Ink "bagna cauda", zucchini

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Dark chocolate cremeux, hazelnut, salted caramel, cocoa soil

Yoghurt and vanilla pannacotta, rhubarb gel, ginger crumble

Raspberry Clafoutis with dulce de leche

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Chef Claudio's reviews

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52 services

Claudio was very good and we had a fantastic evening and dinner thanks to him.

Highly recomended, the meal was perfect! The tidiness and organisation of the preparation period was outstanding too. Impressed with this service.

I cannot fault one thing by Chef Claudio Zannotti regarding our private dinner party last night . All my guest whom are well travelled internationally were highly impressed with the quality presentation and taste . I feel very fortunate to have Claudio in our home . Rita Otto

Chef Claudio created such a fantastic experience for our 5th wedding anniversary. We'd never hired a private chef before so we were unsure what to expect but it ended up being so positive that we're planning on doing it again and again. We chose to have a surprise menu and it made the experience even more special. The dishes were delicious, presented beautifully and catered to our dietary needs. Chef Claudio left our kitchen spotless too. Thank you for the experience!

Claudio is friendly and professional chef. He has good communication with me and my guests throughout the whole experience. He has put out the dishes amazingly and with explanations for each dish. Me and my guests truly appreciate the experience and will cherish the memories! Highly recommend!

We had the pleasure of working with Chef Claudio, and the experience was fantastic from start to finish. His communication was clear and professional, making the planning process smooth and stress-free. On the night, he was really attentive and engaging with our guests, adding a personal touch that made the event even more special. Everything ran seamlessly, and the food was exceptional. We highly recommend Chef Claudio and look forward to working with him again!

Thank you Chef Claudio for a great night with brilliant food!

Claudio was amazing for our at-home chef experience! He was extremely friendly, and the food he prepared for us was outstanding. We wouldn’t hesitate at all to hire him again. Grazie, Claudio!

Claudio was brilliant through the entire process. His communication was great, we designed a menu together and the food itself was delicious. He was very polite and left our kitchen spotless. It was a wonderful and memorable experience. We recommend him.

The love Claudio has for creating a fine dining experience comes through in all he does form his communication before the event, to the sensational food he delivers. He went above and beyond. My 13 guests loved the experience. Highly recommend.

Claudio was amazing, It was delightful having him in my kitchen though a few of my dinner party guests arrived late, Claudio was very patient and the meal was delicious. Thank you, chef ????

Claudio was excellent across every course. He was very polite, had good conversation and was very engaging with our kids too. Who didn't stop asking questions! Highly recommend him.

We had the pleasure of having Claudio cook incredible food for us. The whole experience was such a delight, he was professional, knowledgeable, adaptable and a lovely person to have in our home. He cooked such an incredible meal for us and all of our guests were blown away and more than enjoyed the experience. My kitchen was spotless when he left which was also a real treat after hosting a large dinner party. We would absolutely use Claudio again for any future events and would happily recommend him. Thank you for such a wonderful first experience!

For my mother’s 80th birthday, we wanted to create a celebration that was as special and memorable as the milestone itself. Claudio delivered an extraordinary dining experience that far exceeded our expectations! Claudio's professionalism and passion for Italian cuisine were evident. He took the time to understand our preferences, dietary requirements, and the tone of the event, ensuring every detail was tailored perfectly. His menu was a masterpiece, blending authentic Italian flavors with our request for a twist to add cod mains on the menu that delighted everyone. Claudio’s ability to balance flavors, textures, and presentation transformed our dining room into a fine-dining restaurant and unforgettable experience. Beyond his culinary expertise, Claudio’s warm and engaging personality added to the day's charm. He created an experience that will be talked about in our family for years to come. If you’re looking for a chef who brings passion, skill, and authenticity to your table, Claudio is definitely the pick. Grazie mille Claudio!

I wanted to take a moment to thank Chef Claudio for preparing and serving and absolutely delicious meal for us on Saturday night. From start to finish, everything was perfectly executed. Our guests were all thoroughly impressed and truly enjoyed the evening. The experience was exceptional!

Claudio was a true professional in preparing an outstanding menu for my partner and I. He made our day seamless and tasty with our 4 course meal. It was truely an amazing experience and looking forward to seeing him again in the very near future gathering.

I recently had the pleasure of enjoying a private dining experience to celebrate my parents 40th wedding anniversary that was nothing short of amazing. Claudio went above and beyond to make sure we had the perfect evening. The highlight of the evening was definitely the food! Each course was beautifully presented and bursting with flavour. It was a memorable night that I would highly recommend to anyone looking to celebrate a special occasion. Thankyou Claudio you made my parents very happy with full bellies and lots of laughs.

Couldn’t have been better. Lovely person and incredible meal!

Chef Claudio was absolutely amazing. His communication was excellent and he was very happy to work around our needs and ensure what we wanted was accommodated to. The food was amazing and the produce he cooked with was incredible. It such a great experience instead of eating out for a change. Claudio also shared a great deal of his food knowledge with us which added to the experience as a whole. As well as leaving our kitchen cleaner then it was before he arrived. It is something we will definitely be doing again.

I highly recommend to not think twice and book Chef Claudio Zannotti as your next chef. From the time he arrived, super knowledgeable, professional, prompt and super kind. Everything that was requested was met and that made all my guests super happy. From how beautiful the lamb cutlets were cooked, to the amazing flavours in the caponata! Oysters were fresh and absolutely tasted incredible. The chef prepared the bread that came with really nice homemade fluffy balsamic butter. Olives were nice and warm. Finished of our amazing dinner with Classic American cheesecake with berries compote + fresh berries. Cheesecake was so rich and creamy. I cannot wait to book Chef Claudio Zannotti for my next dinner party.

Claudio was very good and we had a fantastic evening and dinner thanks to him.

Highly recomended, the meal was perfect! The tidiness and organisation of the preparation period was outstanding too. Impressed with this service.