Chef Victoria Sanchez

Private Chef In San Juan

I am a professional chef with 17 years of experience. I started my culinary studies in Scottsdale, Arizona where I learned fundamentals in French cuisine along with health and pastries. My first job was in fine dining which I continued with in Utah, Texas and Louisiana. I’ve lived in Puerto Rico for over a year and became a quick study in its cuisine with my colleague who also has been a personal chef here.

For me, cooking is...

Cooking has always been a large part of my life. I love learning and growing and using food to do so and share with others.

I learned to cook at...

I learned cooking at the Fairmont Princess, Stein Erikson Lodge and Commander’s Palace to name a few.

A cooking secret...

I love cooking with fresh ingredients that are in season and always finding new ways to enhance their natural flavors.

My menus

Puerto Rican

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Fried local cheese with spiced guava sauce

Ceviche-local flavors, fresh produce

Empanadas- meat or vegetable

FIRST COURSE

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Mixed greens salad- fresh cut vegetables, vinaigrette

Herb marinaded shrimp or fish

Criollo chicken kabob with vegetables

MAIN COURSE

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Skirt steak with herb salsa

Arroz con pollo- seasoned rice with chicken

Sautéed choice of protein with Puerto Rican creole sauce

Pastelon- Puerto Rican lasagne

DESSERT

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Brazo gitano- rolled sponge cake filled with guava, cream cheese

Cheesecake

Ice cream or sorbet

Local cheese with candied papaya

Coconut Tres Leches

Brunch

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Parfait- yogurt, berries, granola

Fresh cut fruit platter

Oatmeal- choice of toppings

Mini quiche- choice or protein, vegetables and cheese

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

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Brunch Sandwich-choice of bread, protein, egg, fresh toppings

Breakfast Tacos- protein, eggs, cheese, fresh salsas/pico de gallo

Pancakes- syrups, sweet toppings, side of protein

French Toast- single or cream cheese filled, fresh berries

DESSERT

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Artisan

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Baked Brie with fig and toasted baguette

Fresh fruit, cheese, homemade crackers

FIRST COURSE

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Frisse Salad- poached pear, Gorgonzola, toasted walnut, red wine reduction

Garden salad- fresh of the day

MAIN COURSE

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Osso Bucco with roasted vegetables

Croq au Vin

Grilled steak with herb roasted potatoes

DESSERT

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Crème brûlée

Berry parfait

Chocolate decadence

Mediterranean

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Hummus- variety of toppings

Baked feta with pita

Spanakopita

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Greek salad- cucumber, red onion, tomato, feta, dressing

Garden salad- fresh of the day

Watermelon Salad- cucumber, mint, avocado, almonds

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Herb marinade fish with rice

Greek lamb chops with roasted potatoes

Yogurt marinaded chicken kabobs

DESSERT

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Baklava

Berry panna cotta

Mexican

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Guacamole- variety

Queso, salsas y tostadas

Empanadas- meat or vegetable

FIRST COURSE

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Ceviche-local flavors, fresh produce

Crudo- fresh of the day

MAIN COURSE

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Enchiladas- choice of protein/ red or green sauce

Chile Rellenos- rice and refried beans

Tortas- refried beans, avocado, protein, fresh toppings

DESSERT

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Flan

Tres Leches

Churros con cajeta

Seafood

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Shrimp Cocktail

FIRST COURSE

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Ceviche-local flavors, fresh produce

Crudo- fresh of the day

MAIN COURSE

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Herb marinade fish with rice

Shrimp scampi

Cippino

DESSERT

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Italian

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Fried ravioli with garlic cream or red sauce

Bruschetta

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Caprese Salad

Panzanella

MAIN COURSE

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Lemon garlic shrimp with orzo and vegetables

Pesto pasta

Pasta Alfredo

Carbonara

Lasagna- cream/tomato base

DESSERT

All inclusive

Cannolis

Tiramisu- selection of flavors

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Chef Victoria's reviews

4.67

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14 services

Amazing food????

Chef Victoria’s cooking skills were unbeatable, and her baking is AMAZING!!! It’s some of the best food I have ever had, and in such beautiful surroundings. Communication was easy. She was very thoughtful and made our vacation one of the best of our lives! Thank you, Chef! 10/10 would highly recommend! Can’t wait to do this again!’

I recently had the pleasure of hiring chef Victoria for a special event, and I cannot sing her praises enough. Not only was she incredibly skilled in the kitchen, but she was also so nice, personable, and easy to work with. Her quick and efficient service left me impressed, and the dishes she prepared were nothing short of outstanding. I highly recommend her for anyone looking for a top-notch culinary experience. Thank you for making our event truly memorable!