Chef Amira Gharib

Private Chef In Miami

Hello there!

My name is Chef Amira and I can't wait to cook for you!

Dinner parties are held to host good food amongst good friends over good conversation- the party made of two parts, the food within the cuisine we choose and the experience of the night. I'm here to help from start to finish.

For the menu, let's try Egyptian food or maybe Spanish, Thai or even Trinidadian? Should we pair it with Classic Manhattan negroni or find a nice bottle of bubbly? Can we include party poppers for extra umph or maybe make it kid-friendly? Alongside the menu, I'd love to plan the extra details alongside- from the names of guests on place-cards to the color palette of the table accents.

All in the details, I'll be there to help you plan the perfect event. Hosting is a juggle between entertaining, cooking, cleaning and at the most, trying to have fun alongside your guest.! I'll be there to take the rest of your shoulders, and let you do the most important job, enjoy.

Feed you soon!

Mimi G the Cook

For me, cooking is...

versatile and endless. Everyone has different palates, preferences and favorites - let's find yours!

I learned to cook at...

Cleo in Miami. My first chef was very patient, supportive and knowledgeable. He trained me to inquire about food, be curious and try everything.

A cooking secret...

keeping spice blends and preserved goods on hand. having caramelized onions and roasted garlic just makes your house smell better.

My menus

Adda: West Indian

STARTER

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EGGPLANT CHAAT crispy eggplant, raita, tamarind chutney, red onion, chaat masala

KURKURI BHINDI CHAAT crispy okra, amchoor powder, raspberry chutney, raita, mango

HALEEM overnight slow cooked goat & four lentils, taftan bread, caramelized onion

SMOKED MASALA RIBS charcoal smoked pork ribs, vindaloo spice rub, chaat masala apple

VADA PAV chickpea, paprika, fluffy bay bread

FIRST COURSE

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CELERIAC CHAAT papdi, sun choke and celeriac

BHEL PURI tamarind chutney, coriander chutney, mango

DUM ALOO fried potatoes, spiced yogurt sauce, grilled flatbread

MOONG LENTIL fried kale, paprika oil

TOMATO spiced ricotta, curry oil

MAIN COURSE

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AJWAINI MACCHI monkfish, dill & lemon

JOHN DORY potato rasam, chive butter

DUCK kashmiri sauce, chargrilled, dill fronds

FRIED CHICKEN Keralan, curry leaf, Amba aioli

HALIBUT Kokum-crusted ,mussel rasam and pak choi

PORK BELLY vindaloo, red pepper chutney

DESSERT

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APPLE KULFI apple caramel, carom crumble

MANGO KULFI saffron, condensed milk, mango

MISHTI DOI pomegranate granita, mint oil, crumble

CAKE cardamom, pistachio and burnt caramel

Pesce in the Sea

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Pizza FRIED DOUGH, ANCHOVIES, LEMON

Fritto misto SQUID, SHRIMP, FENNEL, LEMON, SQUID INK AIOLI

Carpaccio OCTOPUS, ARUGULA, LEMON OIL

Puntarelle ANCHOVY, EGG, PICKLED PEPPER, CAULIFLOWER, NOCELLARA

Focaccia GREMOLATA, SARDINE

Tuna TOMATO, CROUTON, ANCHOVY SABAYON

Lorighitas MUSSELS, FENNEL,

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Tagliatelle SEAFOOD RAGU, TOASTED CRUMBS, HERBS

Mackeral fillet BEETROOT EZME, CUMIN EMULSION HERB OIL

Sea bass CREME PATIS, ZUCCHINI

Squid WALNUT PESTO, ASPARAGUS

Blue crab CELERY, WHITE ASPARAGUS

Peekytoe crab BLACK TRUMPET, VIN JAUNE

Tuna ONION, TOMATO, AMARANTH

DESSERT

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VANILLA AND NASTURTIUM Ice cream, panade and candied nasturtium

CHOCOLATE TART Hazelnut cremeux, flaky salt, praline feuilletine

Bombolini SEASONAL JAM, CREAM, ZUCCHERO

Panna cotta GRAPE GRANITA, BURNT CARAMEL, BUCKWHEAT CRUMBLE

Ice cream MASCARPONE, GRAPPA CURRANTS

For Miss Edna Regina Lewis : Southern American

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All inclusive

FIRST COURSE

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Soup CORN AND GOAT CHEESE, SHRIMP, AND BROWN BUTTER CHANTERELLES

Hushpuppy WILD RAMP, GREEN GODDESS, JALAPENO

Bisque GREEN GARLIC, HERBED BUTTERMILK, FRIED GREEN TOMATO CROUTONS

Biscuits EINKORN, RED PEPPER JELLY, WHIPPED HONEY BUTTER

Beet salad FIG MARMALADE, BASIL CRUMBS, RICOTTA

Cornbread BLUE MASA, SPICED HONEY BUTTER

Cauliflower MEYER LEMON, PINK PEPPER, WATERCRESS

Clam chowder LARD SALTINE CRACKER, BACON, DILL

Mixed greens: ALMOND SALSA MACHA, SERRANO, AVOCADO

MAIN COURSE

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Roasted pork belly CRUSHED BUTTERNUT SQUASH, APPLE AND WALNUT SALSA

Beef rib: olallieberry bourbon compote, green peppercorn

Spare ribs BURNT APPLE PUREE, SMOKED CORN SALAD

Fried chicken BLACK CHERRY HOT SAUCE, BLACK EYED PEA PANCAKE

Iberico pork FARRO, CELERY, PEACHES

Shrimp and grits TOMATO, TARRAGON, CELERY OIL

Trout SALSA VERDE, MEYER LEMON, URFA

DESSERT

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Bread pudding GELATO, COCONUT MILK, BRIOCHE

Banana bread BANANAS, COCONUT SORBET

Classic Pecan Pie, toasted pecans, caramelized butter

Apple tarte Tartin, malt crumble, vanilla ice cream

Blueberry pie, BLUEBERRY COMPOTE, CORN ICE CREAM, HONEYCOMB

Roma in the Spring

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Carpaccio OCTOPUS, ARUGULA, LEMON OIL

Focaccia GREMOLATA, SARDINE

Tomato HEIRLOOM TOMATOES, BASIL BUTTERMILK, FRIED BUCKWHEAT

Ricotta BASIL OIL, SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI, MEYER LEMON

Baby gem CAESAR, ASIAGO, FOCACCIA BREADCRUMBS, FRESH CRACKED PEPPER

Tuna TOMATO, CROUTON, ANCHOVY SABAYON

Arancini CACIO E PEPE, PARMESAN SAUCE, BLACK BUTTER

FIRST COURSE

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Beef shortrib GNOCCHI FONTINA, ENDIVE

Double agnolotti AMATRICIANA, CACIO E PEPE

Cavatelli RICOTTA, SWEET CORN, HAZELNUTS, CHIVES

Ravioli RICOTTA, GOLDEN YOLK, CHANTRELLE, CONFIT TOMATO

Squid ink tagliatelle SEAFOOD RAGU, TOASTED CRUMBS, HERBS

Triangoli PEAS,RICOTTA, PRESERVED AMALFI LEMON, CACIORICOTTA

Fazzoletti OX TAIL, FENNEL, CHIVES

Agnolotti SUMMER CORN, BROWN BUTTER KOJI, FRIED SUNCHOKE CRUMBLE

Lorighitas MUSSELS, RAMP, BEURRE BLAN

MAIN COURSE

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Guinea hen WHITE ASPARAGUS, HAZELNUT, GINGER BUERRE MONTE

Pork GOOSBERRIES, GREEN CHERRY TOMATOES, PICKLED RAMPS

Duck PEACHES, VIN SANTO, SPINACH

Chicken BLACK TRUMPET, COLLARDS, MEZUNA, JUS

Sea bass SPINACH, BEURRE BLANC, PARSNIP

Iberico pork FARRO, CELERY, PEACHES

DESSERT

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Bombolini SEASONAL JAM, CREAM, ZUCCHERO

Rye cake VANILLA ICE CREAM, RASPBERRY JAM, LEMON

Panna cotta GRAPE GRANITA, BURNT CARAMEL, BUCKWHEAT CRUMBLE

Ice cream MASCARPONE, GRAPPA CURRANTS

Tart CHOCOLATE, PATE SUCREE, PRALINE FEUILLETINE

Golden Unicorn

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Char romaine THAI GREEN GODDESS, PEANUTS, PICKLES

Soba CUCUMBER, CAVIAR, NORI

Scallion PANCAKES, HOISIN

Onigiri FURIKAKE, UMEBOSHI

AVOCADO:carrot ginger dressing - crispy rice - miso glaze- blistered shishito

FIRST COURSE

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Shishito peppers CREME FRAICHE, GRATED KOMBU

Okonomiyaki BONITO, NORI, SCALLION

Dumpling CHICKEN, CABBAGE

Mushroom SATAY, PEANUT SAUCE

Fried rice LOP CHEUNG SAUSAGE, GARLIC, SEASONAL VEGETABLES

BAO: pork, spring onion and chive

MAIN COURSE

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BBQ chicken TAMARIND, SHRIMP, CHILI

Char-siu BAO BUN, SCALLIONS, XO SAUCE

Garoupa BANANA LEAF, GARLIC GINGER OIL, STEAMED RICE

Fried chicken KOREAN FRIED SAUCE, PICKLED CUCUMBER

Bibimbap BULGOGI,PICKLED CARROTS, SHIITAKE, SCALLION SLAW

Karaage CHICKEN, CABBAGE, TOGARASHI

DESSERT

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Fortune COOKIES, MISO AND CHOCOLATE

Panna cotta CHAMOMILE GRANITA, PUFFED RICE GRANOLA, HONEY

Milk YUZU, MERINGUE, LEMONGRASS

Ice cream MISO, CARAMEL, CASHEWS

Bao CHOCOLATE FILLED

Un Dia en Cuba

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PLANTAIN SOUP crispy shallots, roasted garlic

BLACK BEAN SOUP lime crema, jalapeño

AVOCADO SALAD, almond salsa macha, serrano, Florida citrus

EMPANADA pork or chicken, chimichurri, cachucha pepper

PAN CON TOMATE Jamón, Extra Virgin Olive Oil

TAMALES poblano sauce, fresh corn, pork ribs

FIRST COURSE

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CUBANO pickled onions, dill pickle, fresh potato chips

TORTILLA ESPANOLA Pimento pepper, Parmesan cheese and castelverano

CEVICHE AMIGOS DEL MAR shrimp and scallop, shredded plantains

PULPO CHANCÓN butter bean puree, salsa criolla, roasted potatoes

FLATBREAD Jamón, Olives and Tomatoes

MAIN COURSE

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FRIED PORK BELLY avocado salsa and warm grapefruit vinaigrette

PAELLA Spanish chorizo, Valencia rice, saffron and shrimp

PORK PORTERHOUSE guava BBQ sauce,

RED SNAPPER grilled banana leaf, tomatoes and salsa verde

LAMB BARBACOA chilie guajilo adbo, crispy twice-cooked

FRIED CHICKEN orange marinade, buttermilk and cumin

ARROZ CALDO crispy garlic, chicken skin, lemon

DESSERT

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ALGARROBINA TRES LECHES torched meringue, coconut

RICE PUDDING fresh coconut, cashew milk, Valencia rice

COCONUT ICE CREAM grilled pineapple, toasted cinnamon dark rum

FLAN cuban coffee, vanilla, condensed milk

KEY LIME: spiced graham cracker, Florida limes

Madre Pupusa : Mexico

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ESQUITES DE TRIGO : Creamed corn - epazote puree - esquites - serrano

ENSALADA de SALSA VERDE: fried scallions - garlic mojo - purslane

INFLADITA DE HUEVO: bean puree - chapulin salsa

ROMERITO SALAD: nopal cactus - cilantro tempura

PAPAS BRAVAS: pimento aioli, paprika, chives, lemon

TORTILLA ESPANOLA Pimento pepper, Parmesan cheese and castelverano

FIRST COURSE

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Green mole CAULIFLOWER, ASPARAGUS, FAVA

Peru antichucho CHICKEN, SALSA AMARILLO, SHALLOT

Beef pichana tartare TONNATO, PICKLED SHALLOTS, CAPERS

Shrimp heads PAPRIKA, LEMON AIOLI

Octopus CHORIZO ESPUMA, PAPRIKA, DILL

Arroz caldo CRISPY GARLIC , RAMP, CHICKEN SKIN, LEMON

AJI BLANCO melon, cucumber, tarragon chervil oil

MAIN COURSE

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SUCKLING PIG: cerdo pelon - mole almendrado - tamarindo - coliflor

FRIED PORK BELLY: bean puree - avocado salsa - roasted cucumber

BASS al PASTOR: chilie guajilo adobo - pineapple puree - cilantro oil

LAMB BARBACOA: guacamole - chilie guajilo adbo - chile poblano tortilla

PAELLA seafood salad, spanish paprika, saffron

DUCK mole poblano, grilled chayote, pomegranate salsa

DESSERT

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BLACK SAPOTE: sorbet - kumquat - lapsang souchong tea

TONKA BEAN ICE CREAM : ground cherry - cafe de Olla - lime

APPLE: wheat - candied pecans - beer foam

CORN HUSK: meringue - corn mousse

PAVOLVA CREMA berries, strawberry powder, berry ice cream

BASQUE CHEESECAKE Creme Fraiche, Orange Blossom Water

Le coucou

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PATE: en croute, pork shoulder, pancetta , puff pastry,

TARTARE: Steak tartare, dark malt crumble, wild herbs, quail egg

HAM: Bayonne ham and celeriac remoulade

PARFAIT: Foie gras parfait, sourdough

GRILLED ARTICHOKES celery, meyer lemon and olive caramel

POACHED ASPARAGUS hollandaise, cured egg yolk, breadcrumbs

FIRST COURSE

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PANISSE Black olive caramel, celery and manchego cheese

VICHYSSOISE: chilled leek and potato soup, garlic oil, chives

CHEESE: - 4 cheese, 2 house jams, 1 nut

NICOISE: jalapeno tuna, sauce verte

CHICKPEAS IN BROTH pan con tomato, olive oil and black pepper

MAIN COURSE

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HAKE: courgettes, provencal mussel sauce and vegetables

Beef wellington CHANTRELLES, ROSEMARY JUS, ROASTED CARROTS

SALMON: sauce vierge, provencal vegetables

SOLE: grenboloise, gherkins, preserved lemon

CHICKEN fricassee, mushrooms and spinach hollandaise

COQ AU VIN morel mushrooms, brown butter

DESSERT

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MADELEINE: Honey Butter Madeleine, Tonka Bean ice cream

PEARS: Poached pears with pain d’epice ice cream

TARTIN: Apple tarte Tartin, malt crumble, vanilla ice cream

PATE A CHOUX: paris-brest, almonds

MIELLE FUIELLE:whipped cardamom cream

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Chef Amira's reviews

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118 services

Chef Amira was perfect! The portions were filling, the presentation was beautiful, she arrived exactly on time, and was very communicative with all my questions. Our group also had a lot of different dietary restrictions and she was able to accommodate every one of them. I think my kitchen was cleaner when she left than it was when she arrived. :) Would definitely recommend her!

Chef Amira was absolutely wonderful! She completely transformed the space with her elegant decor and printed menus. She even brought some games for my friends to play around the table that was perfect for a group of lifelong childhood friends. Every dish was unbelievably delicious, and her plate presentation was impressive. Chef Amira cleaned the kitchen and it looked even better than when she arrived. I could not recommend her enough! Thank you, Chef Amira!

Chef Amira was absolutely lovely and provided an incredible dining experience for us!!

Great experience with chef Amira! Everything was amazing and she was super engaging. She even taught my 3 year old how to roll Cavatelli. Most importantly, the food was amazing!

The whole experience was incredible. Highly recommend.

Amira made our evening carefree and memorable. She arrived early and served cocktails and courses at just the right pace. She was welcoming to our quests and explained each delicious course with inviting details. She left the kitchen spotless. We will absolutely request Amira for future get togethers.

Chef Amira was wonderful. She arrived on time, was unobtrusive and discreet but also engaging and friendly when we wanted her to be! Her food was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. She took the time to explain each dish and the ingredients she used in her preparation while she served them to us. And at the end of the meal, she cleaned everything up as if she had never been there. What more could one possibly ask for!! We would definitely book her again and we already have! :-) Long story short, we highly recommend Chef Amira.

From the very start, Chef Amira embraced the vision for our special anniversary dinner with enthusiasm and creativity. The theme of our evening was "Fruits and Flowers," a nod to the traditional 4th year anniversary theme. Chef Amira's attention to detail and commitment was evident in every aspect of the menu, making the evening not just a meal, but an intentional celebration of my wife. The dinner began with an exquisite French Onion Soup, where Chef Amira introduced wild onions and adorned it with fried leeks, bringing the "flowers" theme to life in a savory, aromatic start. Then came her specialty, the pasta course. I was mesmerized while watching Chef Amira hand make agnolotti. The fruits" theme whispered through the subtle sweetness of the squash, enveloped in a delicate brown butter sauce that reminded us of warm, sunlit days spent together. I can't stop talking about the main course which was a masterfully roasted duck, paired with peaches, roasted farro and celery. Dessert was a deconstructed rhubarb pie, which truly showcased Chef Amira's innovative spirit. With poached rhubarb, custard, and a sprinkle of strawberry powder, each element was a burst of flavor that celebrated the theme of fruits and flowers beautifully. My wife exclaimed, "It's a lotus flower!" Chef Amira not only created a menu but also wove our personal story into every course, making our anniversary dinner profoundly personal and incredibly special. Her ability to transform our narrative into a culinary experience was remarkable. This dinner was not just a gift to my wife; it was a memory crafted with care and skill, a celebration of our past, present, and future together, beautifully narrated through food. For anyone looking to transform a personal celebration into an extraordinary culinary event, Chef Amira's thoughtful approach and exceptional talent make her the perfect choice. She doesn't just prepare food; she crafts experiences, making every dish a testament to her passion for storytelling through cuisine.

The entire experience was fantastic and smooth. The chef was very easy to work with, came with a solid crew and made us an epic meal. Would highly recommend.

Chef Amira was an absolute superstar, She took a complicated event and handled it with grace and class. Quite literally made it look easy. She catered my engagement dinner and all I can say is that she went above and beyond any of the expectations that I set for this event. If you want a life-changing experience please work with Chef Amira

Chef Amira was absolutely amazing!! From communication, tablescape , food, and cleanup, Amira provided us with the perfect night. Each course was fantastic, you could taste the love that was put into every bite. Such a memorable evening, couldn’t recommend more!!

I'm SO glad I found Chef Amira! I was planning on proposing to my partner and had come up with the idea of a tasting menu where each dish highlighted a moment of our relationship, and I knew I needed a very talented and creative chef to help me with it. Amira was perfect! She helped me create the menu and was so open to my ideas and came up with so many options and ideas of her own, that the process was so easy and smooth. I had a few changes leading up to the big day, but Amira was so flexible and willing to incorporate my needs! On the day, Amira was punctual and came to set up early. She even helped record the proposal (thank you again!) And finally... the FOOD! The food was amazing and delicious, my partner and I LOVED every dish and were so impressed with the flavors. The presentation, the story behind each dish, and the lengths Amira went to make sure everything was delicious and exactly what I had asked for shone through. I cannot recommend her enough. Thank you Amira for making a special day so much more special!!!! I couldn't have done it without you!

Chef Amira is incredible. She knows how to create a perfect dinner (ambience, table setting and most importantly the food!). She made our evening special. Very accommodating and easy to work with. Would love to work with her again.

Chef Amira was incredible. She was sweet and engaging. Her dishes were not only visually appealing, but they tasted fantastic. This was a birthday gift for my boyfriend. The experience was so amazing that after the chef left, he looked at me and said, " I don't know how to top this"

Chef amira was incredible !! Highly recommended!

Amira went above and beyond, from communication to presentation to the meal itself. She was the perfect balance of friendly and professional. The meal was incredible! We would highly recommend her for any occasion.

Amira was the excellent. We have had several different private chefs at home and while we’ve been on holidays and Amira has been the best so far (and we have never had a bad experience). She was easy to work with during the planning stage, accommodated my wife’s and my requests for allergies and food preferences, very proactive in the planning phase. On the day of, she was punctual, had prepared wonderful stuff for the table and set an amazing table. Then came the food — excellent preparation and exceptionally well presented. Finally, she did a thorough job of cleaning up the kitchen and putting everything back in its place. All six of us thoroughly enjoyed the evening and look forward to seeing her again! We will certainly use this service again because of this experience.

Chef Amira was not only an incredible chef, but an absolute delight to be around. We had the best night celebrating with our family, and Amira’s energy absolutely contributed to the overall quality of the evening. Her food was a 20/10, every bite was better than the one before - so flavorful, but nothing too overpowering. Simply delicious / possibly better than a Michelin star restaurant / all from the comfort of our home. We will 100% be working with Chef Amira again in the very near future!

We hired Chef Amira to cook dinner for our friend's bachelorette party, and she was wonderful. She helped build a menu that the bride loved, and the food looked and tasted delicious. She was very communicative, and came prepared with gorgeous decor for the table and cute, printed out menus that fit with our theme! She also explained each dish as she served, which we loved. Hire her - she's great!

Chef Amira is awesome - super helpful accommodating menu requests and guest list changes in addition to amazing attention to detail for everything from decorating to plating. Not to mention the food was just awesome!