Chef Yasuaki Chida

Private Chef In Newmarket

I am a highly experienced, professional chef with a diverse culinary repertoire, traditional/original including: French, Japanese, Chinese, Cajun, Kosher and European

I enjoy creating new dishes and producing meals that are both pleasing and of the finest quality. I am a classically trained chef(French) with extensive banquet and fine dining experience.

Organized and comfortable with producing meals for large groups, I place great importance on maintaining the highest standards and am noted for my exceptional work ethic.

For me, cooking is...

The cornerstone of a happy life ... quality food and positive dining experiences make life enjoyable!

I learned to cook at...

Goto Culinary College in Tokyo, Japan, from which many graduates are Michelin rated.

A cooking secret...

No secret, I always use the the best quality ingredients and maintain the highest standards. I work hard!!!

My menus

Joyce j *1

STARTER

All inclusive

Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce

Canapes ( Smoke Salmon, Cream Cheese, Dill, Ikura ) *Share Plate

Beets Bruschetta ( red beets, red onion, balsamic vinegar, lemon, creaam cheese ) *Share Plate

Charcuterie Board ( 4 types Cheese, 4 types Meat , Fruit ) *Share Plate

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

( Soup ) Potato Leek Cream or Vichyssoise

( Salad ) Terrarium Salad in Wine Glass ( Cherry Tomato, Radish, Microgreens, Beet, Pommery Mustard Vinaigrette )

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Duck à l'orange / Roast Duck Breast ( Local Duck, Vegetable Medley ) *Ontario Duck

Lamb Shank ( Slow cook Lamb Shank, Creamy Potato, Market Vegetable ) *Ontario Lamb

Lobster Risotto ( Risotto, Basil, Shallot, Wine, Garlic, Truffle Oil, topped with Asparagus ) *PEI Lobster

Truffle Mushroom Ravioli ( Spinach, Garlic, Shallot, Wine, Cream, Truffle Oil )

Wagyu Steak ( Special Offer Imported KOBE Wagyu, Market Vegetable, Red Wine Sauce )

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Créme Brulée / Fruit, Caramel sauce

Lemon Sorbet

Tiramisu

Warm Canele in Caramel Sauce, Pear Compote, Icecream

Chandler Doan / Birthday

STARTER

All inclusive

Charcuterie Board ( 4 types Cheese, 4 types Meat , Fruit ) *Share Plate

Bruschetta ( fresh Tomatoes, Basil, and Garlic on Bread ) *Share Plate

Mushroom Puff Pastry Bites ( Mushrooms, Shallot, Garlic, Thyme, Parsley, Cheese, Grain mustard ) *Share Plate

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

( Soup ) Potato Leek Cream or Vichyssoise

( Salad ) Organic Greens, Cucumber, Radish, Cherry Tomato, Balsamic Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Chicken Rollatini Parmesan ( Chicken, Spinachi, Tomato Sauce ) with Wild Rice & Vegetable

Duck à l'orange / Roast Duck Breast ( Local Duck, Vegetable Medley ) *Ontario Duck

Organic Rack Lamb / Pan Roast ( Market Vegetables, Red Wine Blueberry Sauce ) *Ontario Lamb

Filet Mignon with Market Vegetable Red Wine Sauce * Ontario Beef

Wagyu Steak ( Wagyu Beef, Market Vegetable, Japanese Sauce )

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Créme Brulée / Fruit, Caramel sauce

Matcha Tiramisu

Warm Canele in Caramel Sauce, Pear Compote, Icecream

Family Style

STARTER

All inclusive

Charcuterie Board ( 5 types Cheese, 5 types Meat , Fruit ) *Share Plate

Caprese Skewer ( Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato, Basil ) *Share Plate

Garlic Lamb Chop ( Wine, Musterd, Rosemarry ) *Share Plate

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

( Salad ) Organic Greens, Berrys, Goat Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette

( Soup ) Ptato Leek Cream

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Prime Rib ( Roasted Prime Rib, Market Vegetable, Roast Potato, Horseradish, Red Wine Sause. )

DESSERT

All inclusive

Warm Canele, Pear Compote, Icecream

Traditional Pound Cake

2025 Japanese ( Kaiseki ) Menu

STARTER

All inclusive

Su-zakana (酢肴): a small dish used to clean the palate, such as vegetables in vinegar; vinegared appetizer. ( Daikon adish, Carrot )

Kō no mono (香の物): seasonal pickled vegetables. ( Cabbage, Carrot, Cucumber )

Taki awase (煮合): vegetables served with meat, fish or tofu; the ingredients are simmered separately.( Pork, Lotus root, Carrot, Shitake Mushroom, Snow peas )

Kinpira Gobo *Japanese Dish ( Sauteed Burdok Root, Carrot, Chili Pepper, Soy Souce, Sesame )

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Spinach Salad ( Organic Baby Spinach, Cherry Tomato, Roasted Sesame dressing )

Tome-wan (止椀): a miso-based vegetable soup

Yaki Mono ( 焼き物 ):Black Cod Bake Maple Miso Flavor

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Chirashi Sushi (ちらし寿司): seasonaed sushi rice topped with ingredients such as raw fish, omelets, and nori. ( Salmon, Shrimp, Tobiko, Tuna, and more ) * This is a share plate

Wagyu Steak ( 5A Wagyu beef, Market Vegetable, Red Wine Sauce )

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Créme Brulée / Fruit, Caramel sauce

Tiramisu

Lemon Sorbet

Basic Mid-size group ( 7 to 12 people )

STARTER

All inclusive

Charcuterie Board ( 5 types Cheese, 5 types Meat , Fruit ) *Share Plate

Bruschetta ( fresh Tomatoes, Basil, and Garlic on Bread ) *Share Plate

Caprese Skewer ( Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato, Basil ) *Share Plate

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

( Soup ) Potato Leek Cream or Vichyssoise

( Salad ) Organic Greens, Cucumber, Radish, Goat Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Chicken Supreme ( Stuffed Mushroom, Spinach, Goat Cheese, Market Vegetables )

Truffle Mushroom Ravioli ( Spinach, Garlic, Shallot, Wine, Cream, Truffle Oil )

Surf & Turf ( 8oz AAA Angus Steak, 2 Jumbo Tiger Shrimps, Market Vegetable Medliy )

( Vegan ) Stuffed Peppers (Quinoa, Lentils, Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Nutritional Yeast, Garlic, Parsley, Orgegano, Onions)

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Tiramisu

Créme Brulée / Fruit, Caramel sauce

Cheesecake / Fruit

Tofunmi Odugbemi / Birthday

STARTER

All inclusive

Charcuterie Board ( 4 types Cheese, 4 types Meat , Fruit ) *Share Plate

Mushroom Puff Pastry Bites ( Mushrooms, Shallot, Garlic, Thyme, Parsley, Cheese, Grain mustard ) *Share Plate

Bruschetta ( fresh Tomatoes, Basil, and Garlic on Bread ) *Share Plate

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

( Salad ) Organic Greens, Green Apple, Walnuts, Shaved Asiago, Pommery Mustard Vinaigrette

( Soup ) Potato Leek Cream or Vichyssoise

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Roast Duck Breast ( Local Duck, Vegetable Medley )

Filet Mignon with Vegetable medley

Chilean Sea Bass / Pan Seared ( Market Vegetables, Edamame Geen Sauce )

Osso Buco ( Slow Cooking Veal Shanks, Market Vegetable, Heabs, White Wine, Tomato )

Chicken Supreme ( Stuffed Mushroom, Spinach, Goat Cheese, Market Vegetables )

Lobster Risotto ( Risotto, Tomato, Basil, Shallot, Wine, Garlic, Truffle Oil, topped with Asparagus )

Surf & Turf ( AAA Angus Beef, Jumbo Tiger Shrimps, Market Vegetable Medley ) *Ontario Beef

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Tiramisu

Créme Brulée / Fruit, Caramel sauce

Warm Canele in Caramel Sauce, Pear Compote, Icecream

Slima.K / Birthday

STARTER

All inclusive

Charcuterie Board ( 5 types Cheese, 5 types Meat , Fruit ) *Share Plate

Bruschetta ( fresh Tomatoes, Basil, and Garlic on Bread ) *Share Plate

Mushroom Puff Pastry Bites ( Mushrooms, Shallot, Garlic, Thyme, Parsley, Cheese, Grain mustard ) *Share Plate

Canapes ( Smoke Salmon, Cream Cheese, Dill, Ikura ) *Share Plate

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

( Soup ) Potato Leek Cream or Vichyssoise

( Salad ) Organic Greens, Cucumber, Radish, Cherry Tomato, Balsamic Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Pan seared Salmon with market vegetable black rice cream sauce

Chicken Supreme ( Stuffed Mushroom, Spinach, Goat Cheese, Market Vegetables )

Lobster Ravioli ( Lobster meat, Homemade Pasta, Shallot, Garlic, Feta Cheese, White wine, Cream )

Truffle Mushroom Ravioli ( Spinach, Garlic, Shallot, Wine, Cream, Truffle Oil )

Angus Steak ( AAA Angus Beef, Market Vegetable Medley )

Organic Rack Lamb / Pan Roast ( Market Vegetables, Red Wine Blueberry Sauce ) *Ontario Lamb

Filet Mignon with Market Vegetable Red Wine Sauce * Ontario Beef

Surf & Turf ( AAA Angus Beef, Jumbo Tiger Shrimps, Market Vegetable Medley ) *Ontario Beef

Tomahawk Steak ( Market Vegetable, Red Wine Sauce ) *Ontario Beef

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Créme Brulée / Fruit, Caramel sauce

Cheesecake & Fruit

Joyce j *2

STARTER

All inclusive

Charcuterie Board ( 4 types Cheese, 4 types Meat , Fruit ) *Share Plate

Smoke Infused Hamachi Carpaccio ( *Imported Japanese Hamachi, Extra Virgin Oil & Herbs ) *Served from under a smoking cloche

Bruschetta ( fresh Tomatoes, Basil, and Garlic on Bread ) *Share Plate

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

( Soup ) Potato Leek Cream or Vichyssoise

( Salad ) Organic Greens, Cucumber, Radish, Cherry Tomato, Balsamic Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Beef Wellington ( Beef Tenderloin, Mushroom, Spinachi, Puff Pastry, Market Vegetables, Red Wine Sauce )

Organic Rack Lamb / Pan Roast ( Market Vegetables, Red Wine Blueberry Sauce )

Lobster Ravioli ( Lobster meat, Homemade Pasta, Shallot, Garlic, Feta Cheese, White wine, Cream ) *PEI Lobster

Filet Mignon with Market Vegetable Red Wine Sauce * Ontario Beef

Surf & Turf ( AAA Angus Beef, Jumbo Tiger Shrimps, Market Vegetable Medley ) *Ontario Beef

Roast Duck Breast ( Local Duck, Vegetable Medley ) *Ontario Duck

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Créme Brulée / Fruit, Caramel sauce

Banana Coconut Gelato & Fruit ( Coconut Milk, Banana, Vanilla, Sugar. )

Matcha Tiramisu

Joyce j *1

STARTER

All inclusive

Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce

Canapes ( Smoke Salmon, Cream Cheese, Dill, Ikura ) *Share Plate

Beets Bruschetta ( red beets, red onion, balsamic vinegar, lemon, creaam cheese ) *Share Plate

Charcuterie Board ( 4 types Cheese, 4 types Meat , Fruit ) *Share Plate

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

( Soup ) Potato Leek Cream or Vichyssoise

( Salad ) Terrarium Salad in Wine Glass ( Cherry Tomato, Radish, Microgreens, Beet, Pommery Mustard Vinaigrette )

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Duck à l'orange / Roast Duck Breast ( Local Duck, Vegetable Medley ) *Ontario Duck

Lamb Shank ( Slow cook Lamb Shank, Creamy Potato, Market Vegetable ) *Ontario Lamb

Lobster Risotto ( Risotto, Basil, Shallot, Wine, Garlic, Truffle Oil, topped with Asparagus ) *PEI Lobster

Truffle Mushroom Ravioli ( Spinach, Garlic, Shallot, Wine, Cream, Truffle Oil )

Wagyu Steak ( Special Offer Imported KOBE Wagyu, Market Vegetable, Red Wine Sauce )

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Créme Brulée / Fruit, Caramel sauce

Lemon Sorbet

Tiramisu

Warm Canele in Caramel Sauce, Pear Compote, Icecream

Chandler Doan / Birthday

STARTER

All inclusive

Charcuterie Board ( 4 types Cheese, 4 types Meat , Fruit ) *Share Plate

Bruschetta ( fresh Tomatoes, Basil, and Garlic on Bread ) *Share Plate

Mushroom Puff Pastry Bites ( Mushrooms, Shallot, Garlic, Thyme, Parsley, Cheese, Grain mustard ) *Share Plate

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

( Soup ) Potato Leek Cream or Vichyssoise

( Salad ) Organic Greens, Cucumber, Radish, Cherry Tomato, Balsamic Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Chicken Rollatini Parmesan ( Chicken, Spinachi, Tomato Sauce ) with Wild Rice & Vegetable

Duck à l'orange / Roast Duck Breast ( Local Duck, Vegetable Medley ) *Ontario Duck

Organic Rack Lamb / Pan Roast ( Market Vegetables, Red Wine Blueberry Sauce ) *Ontario Lamb

Filet Mignon with Market Vegetable Red Wine Sauce * Ontario Beef

Wagyu Steak ( Wagyu Beef, Market Vegetable, Japanese Sauce )

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Créme Brulée / Fruit, Caramel sauce

Matcha Tiramisu

Warm Canele in Caramel Sauce, Pear Compote, Icecream

Family Style

STARTER

All inclusive

Charcuterie Board ( 5 types Cheese, 5 types Meat , Fruit ) *Share Plate

Caprese Skewer ( Mozzarella Cheese, Tomato, Basil ) *Share Plate

Garlic Lamb Chop ( Wine, Musterd, Rosemarry ) *Share Plate

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

( Salad ) Organic Greens, Berrys, Goat Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette

( Soup ) Ptato Leek Cream

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Prime Rib ( Roasted Prime Rib, Market Vegetable, Roast Potato, Horseradish, Red Wine Sause. )

DESSERT

All inclusive

Warm Canele, Pear Compote, Icecream

Traditional Pound Cake

2025 Japanese ( Kaiseki ) Menu

STARTER

All inclusive

Su-zakana (酢肴): a small dish used to clean the palate, such as vegetables in vinegar; vinegared appetizer. ( Daikon adish, Carrot )

Kō no mono (香の物): seasonal pickled vegetables. ( Cabbage, Carrot, Cucumber )

Taki awase (煮合): vegetables served with meat, fish or tofu; the ingredients are simmered separately.( Pork, Lotus root, Carrot, Shitake Mushroom, Snow peas )

Kinpira Gobo *Japanese Dish ( Sauteed Burdok Root, Carrot, Chili Pepper, Soy Souce, Sesame )

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Spinach Salad ( Organic Baby Spinach, Cherry Tomato, Roasted Sesame dressing )

Tome-wan (止椀): a miso-based vegetable soup

Yaki Mono ( 焼き物 ):Black Cod Bake Maple Miso Flavor

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Chirashi Sushi (ちらし寿司): seasonaed sushi rice topped with ingredients such as raw fish, omelets, and nori. ( Salmon, Shrimp, Tobiko, Tuna, and more ) * This is a share plate

Wagyu Steak ( 5A Wagyu beef, Market Vegetable, Red Wine Sauce )

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Créme Brulée / Fruit, Caramel sauce

Tiramisu

Lemon Sorbet

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Chef Yasuaki's reviews

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194 services

Chef Yasuda was incredibly professional and well-prepared throughout the evening. The menu was thoughtfully curated, and each dish was beautifully presented. Chef Yasuda’s attention to detail and organization stood out, and he made sure to leave the kitchen spotless, which we greatly appreciated. Thank you, Chef Yasuda, for the effort you put into our special occasion.

Phenomenal Experience! I hired Chef Yasuaki Chida for my husband's 50th birthday dinner, and it was truly extraordinary. The appetizers were delicious, and the salad and main course were absolutely mouthwatering. My husband and our guests thoroughly enjoyed this exquisite dining experience. If you’re looking to make a special occasion unforgettable, I highly recommend Chef Chida!

Yaas was amazing! He showed up on time and began his magic! The food, presentation & quality was excellent. It was such a relaxed & wonderful evening. Highly recommend!

Chef Yasuaki prepared an incredible vegan dinner. He was accommodating enough to have two options for dinner, one vegan and one for the meat eaters. All of the food was fresh, tasted delicious and presented beautifully. He came with his own dishes and cutlery which helped to make the dinner feel like it was at a 5-star restaurant.

Chef Yasuaki curated an unforgettable dining experience for my partner's birthday. From the moment he arrived, every detail was thoughtfully executed — the beautifully set table, personalized printed menus, and elegant mini lamps created the perfect ambiance. His professionalism was exceptional, and each course was delivered with impeccable timing. The food itself was outstanding — simple, yet deeply flavorful, showcasing the care and expertise behind each dish. It truly felt like a 4-star restaurant experience brought into our home. We would enthusiastically recommend Chef Yasuaki’s services to anyone looking for a memorable and elevated culinary experience.

Chef Yasuaki Chida gets top marks for providing us with the exact menu we selected & preparing dinner with fresh ingredients of the highest quality. He brought everything he needed to prepare, cook and plate; presentation was lovely. No messy aftermath for us as Chef and his assistant took care of it all and left the kitchen as they found it. I would welcome Chef to cook for us again; such a pleasure to be a guest in your own home.

Such fantastic dishes and a wonderful experience provided - we will definitely be asking him to come back!

Chef Yasuaki created a great menu for my husband’s Birthday. Every dish was delicious!

Amazing experience, food was delicious and chef Chida was very professional. He set the table as well, which looked great and added to the overall ambiance. Can't wait to do this again!

Overall an amazing experience. We’ll definitely do this again.

Chef Yasuaki was amazing! He arrived on time, was incredibly organized and efficient and prepared a wonderful four course meal for my girlfriend’s birthday. It was delicious! He cleaned up afterwards and we were so impressed. He was polite kind, even kind of funny. I couldn’t recommend him more.

Our meal was delicious. Chef was punctual and very professional. Can’t wait to have him cook for us again. 10/10 recommend.

Chef Yasuaki was wonderful, warm and created a wonderful ambiance and delicious food! Would highly recommend!

Our chef was absolutely incredible. He easy to communicate with prior to our event, took everything into consideration and built us an amazing menu. He was discreet and professional and engaged with us where appropriate throughout dinner. His dishes were mouth watering and his presentation was restaurant level. He left our kitchen cleaner than when he had come at the start. I would strongly recommend him to anyone seeking an amazingly delicious experience without leaving your home.

Chef Yass was amazing! He was so polite, quick and engaging. He presented quality dishes with fresh ingredients and explained everything really well too. I have a gluten intolerance and he took extra care of that. Highly recommend him!

Chef Yass was absolutely incredible. He and his assistant exceeded all of our expectations. This was such a fun way of hosting a dinner party. We were able to visit and engage with our guests while all the cooking was left to the professionals. He created amazing dishes and everyone raved about the whole evening.

10/10 experience!

Chef Yasuaki was fantastic. The experience, including the food, was 5 stars - from presentation, to demeanor, to taste, it was all excellent! We would definitely book with Chef Yasuaki again.

Chef Yasuaki was simply amazing! He arrived on time and prepared everything beautifully. All dishes were a hit! He cleaned up really well too He was very friendly and warm throughout the dining experience. Kudos to chef Yasuaki!

We had the pleasure of having Chef Yasuaki cook for us at our home to celebrate my wife’s birthday, and it was nothing short of exceptional. From start to finish, Chef Yasuaki was a true professional — punctual, communicative, and personable. The menu was carefully crafted with top-tier ingredients, and each dish was not only delicious but beautifully presented. The attention to detail and passion for his craft was evident in every course. Both arrival, set up, and clean up was exactly as one would hope. We couldn't have asked for a better experience, and we would highly recommend Chef Yasuaki to anyone looking for a private chef. Without a doubt, we'll be choosing him again in the future!

Yaas was amazing! He showed up on time and began his magic! The food, presentation & quality was excellent. It was such a relaxed & wonderful evening. Highly recommend!