Find Your Perfect Chef, Anywhere
Whether you're planning a romantic dinner to surprise your partner, indulging in a culinary adventure while traveling, or simply craving a stress-free holiday without cooking, our chefs are here to make every occasion unforgettable.
Five-Star Cooking Right at Your Door
Discover this unique experience with a private chef. With thousands of chefs around the world, we’ll provide you with three tailored proposals based on your preferences, allowing you to customize the menu as you wish. From shopping and cooking to serving and cleaning, our chefs handle it all, so you can fully enjoy your getaway.
Our chefs can accommodate any dietary needs, ensuring everyone is satisfied. Savor a 5-star meal wherever you are—without the hassle of crowded restaurants. It’s the perfect way to elevate your travel experience and focus on what truly matters: enjoying the moment.
Take a Chef is the most trusted and popular platform for hiring a private chef, with 1,757 reviews and an Excellent TrustScore of 4.7 out of 5. Join thousands of satisfied clients and experience the difference of personalized, stress-free dining.
How it works
Send your request
We’ll send you three chef proposals. Let us know what you’d like for dinner, and if you’re not sure, you can change it later!
Holidays without stress
Spend time relaxing, not cooking. Our chef handles the kitchen while you enjoy your vacation.
Tailor the menu to your taste
Chat with our chef to craft a 5-star menu, blending local traditions with fresh flavors.
Take the best choice
Dining out with children in a foreign country can be challenging. Enjoy dinner at your rental home instead.
Enjoy a unique experience
Avoid noisy, crowded restaurants and high prices during this time of year. Eat at a 5-star restaurant for a lower price.
Find your chef
Hurry up and book the best chef in your area before someone else does!
Get inspired by the chefs who will transform your table
More than 8,600 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.63 Chef
The guests in Italy have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.63.
4.79 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Italy received an average score of 4.79.
4.75 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.75 average score.
4.75 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Italy has been scored with a 4.75 on average.
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.
Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Italy.
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
The price of renting a chef in Italy can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 49 EUR to 87 EUR. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 49 EUR per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 54 EUR per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 67 EUR per person, and for 2 people, the price is 87 EUR per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
There are currently 614 chefs available in Italy. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Italy who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
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How many chef services are booked in Italy each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Italy, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Italy.
Cost of a private chef in Italy
The cost of hiring a private chef in Italy can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 49 EUR to 87 EUR per person.
For 13 people or more: 49 EUR
For 7 to 12 people: 54 EUR
For 3 to 6 people: 67 EUR
For 2 people: 87 EUR.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in Italy!
5 personal chefs register with us every month. Our verification team reviews these new chef profiles daily to categorize them, allowing you to discover incredible new chefs every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Italy?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Italy: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Italian, but you can have anything you want (our surprise menu will cover that!).
Beyond these six types of cuisine, our private chefs personalize diverse menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Our private chefs can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction and suggest other cuisines or fusion dishes. Submit your request and hire a chef in Italy!
Try something different! Try a Private Chef service
Enjoy a Private Chef Service in comfort! Be it a romantic evening, a birthday celebration or a family get together, Take a Chef offers you a unique way to enjoy a meal. We’ll transform your home into one of the Argegno area's best restaurants, dedicated to providing the best quality service to you and your guests. Simply tell us your food preferences and our chefs will send you original menu ideas - all you have to do is choose your favorite. On the day of the service, your chosen chef will buy the freshest ingredients, cook and serve the meal in your home. Best of all, they’ll leave your kitchen cleaner than when they arrived!
Crowds of chefs at your disposal in Argegno
Our Private Chefs have trained in some of the best hospitality schools in the world and many have worked in Michelin Star restaurants. We can find the perfect fit for your special occasion. All you have to do is let us know the type of cuisine you’d like to enjoy, and we’ll find the right chef for you. You’ll be able to talk to the chef directly to make sure that every detail is exactly how you would like it!
A personalized menu by a Private Chef in Argegno
Every one of our chefs has been trained in the best culinary schools and have at least 10 years of experience. All you have to do is let us know what type of cuisine you’d like and we’ll find the right chef for you. You’ll be able to talk to the chef directly to make sure that every little detail is exactly how you would like it. Create a unique and intimate dining experience with Take a Chef.
Talk to our chefs in Italy
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Italy? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Italy, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.
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