Chef Benjamin Kalifa

Private Chef In Marina Del Rey

Benjamin Kalifa Chef a former candidat of the 2010 Top chef season, a reality TV series that features chefs competing against each other in various culinary challenges. They are judged by a panel of professional chefs and Benjamin has reach the semi-finale.

Benjamin Kalifa was created to bring to you that intimate dining experience you will never forget. Whether its for lunch, dinner, breakfast or brunch, Benjamin Kalifa, Private Chef will push the limits of quality and will impress you and your loved ones with five star meals and services in the comfort of your own home!

Benjamin and our talented Chefs are cooking at your own place and take care of everything. The only thing you need to do ? Just relax and enjoy the moment with your guests.

Renowned chefs

Benjamin Kalifa, have been trained at famous Cooking Schools and alongside Michelin-starred and/or famous chefs. Some have worked in the best starred-restaurants in the world.

Our experienced team offers his services for special events, private dinner, restaurant at home, yacht party, personalised menus according to tastes, catering events, seated dining, buffet...

Instagram : Benka chef

Benjamin Kalifa, private Chef provides delicious and unique meals. We work closely with our clients to ensure food is prepared with the individual’s tastes in mind. Our menu includes a fine selection of hors d’oeuvres, starters, entrees, sides, and desserts.

Bënka Private Chef can accommodate a number of restrictive diets including kosher, gluten-free, paleo, vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, and many more.

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is a form of art and expression—a way to bring people together, create memories, and tell stories through flavors and textures.

I learned to cook at...

with my parents, my grandparents and especially with great chefs in starred restaurants in France and throughout Europe.

A cooking secret...

My secret in the kitchen is a balance of precision and intuition—knowing when to follow a recipe to the letter and when to let creativity take over.

My menus

Thanksgiving menu 2024

STARTER

All inclusive

Butternut Squash Soup (dairy-free option available) • Goat Cheese and Fig Crostini (with a gluten-free cracker option) • Roasted Garlic Hummus with Crudités and Pita Chips • Baked Brie with Cranberry Sauce and Walnuts

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Mushroom soup or cauliflower soup with truffle oil

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Herb-Roasted Turkey with Pan Gravy • Maple-Glazed Salmon (for pescatarian guests) • Stuffed Acorn Squash (quinoa, cranberries, and pecans - vegan and gluten-free)

DESSERT

Choose 2 dishes

Side Dishes Classic Sage Stuffing (with a gluten-free option) • Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Chives • Honey-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate Seeds • Sweet Potato Casserole with a Toasted Pecan Crumble

Pumpkin Pie (with a gluten-free crust option) or Apple Crisp with Oat Crumble Topping or Chocolate Pecan Pie • Mini Cheesecake Bites (with cranberry or caramel topping) • Fresh Fruit Platter

Menu July 04th

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Lobster Rolls Grilled Mahi-Mahi Sides Shrimp Pasta Salad Homemade Crab Cakes Cucumber Salad Corn Salsa Dessert Atlantic Beach Pie

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Main Course Air Fryer Hot Dog Cheeseburger Sliders Sides Grilled Corn on the Cob Instant Pot Mac and Cheese Grilled Zucchini Dessert Copycat Drumstick Ice Cream Cones PB & J Ice Cream Sandwiches Drink Lemonade Floats

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Main Course Sausage and Peppers Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Sides Mediterranean Orzo Salad Corn Souffle Red Potato Salad Cheesy Zucchini Casserole Dessert Sheet Pan Ice Cream Sundae Sheet Pan Peach Crisp

DESSERT

Choose 2 dishes

Tropical Fruit Galette Pina Colada Cake

Sushis menu by Benjamin Kalifa "Top chef france"

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Antipasti of grilled vegetables, garlic crostini

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Sushi and California rolls ( salmon / crab/ tuna ): Spicy mayo and onion fries

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Dumpling ( pork gyoza / scallions/ chili oil / and sesame seeds )

DESSERT

All inclusive

French Chocolate Mousse with fruit salad

Family style menu by Benjamin Kalifa "Top chef france"

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Spicy Shrimp Lettuce Wraps Smoked Salmon Nori Vegetable Rolls with Spicy Miso Sauce

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Antipasti of Vegetables with basilic Cashew Creamy Sauce

Quesadillas ( pico de gallo , guacamole, and sour cream with chicken / over salad) Burrito ( guacamole/ lettuce / sweet plantins / rice / beans / and cheese / shrimps and Spicy sauce

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Meatloaf / barbecue sauce/ mesclun with pasta homemade and tomato sauce

DESSERT

All inclusive

Caramel cake with straberry coulis

Menu buffet by Benjamin Kalifa 'Top chef"

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All inclusive

Artisan Cheeses, Olives, Dried fruits, Spiced Nuts | with or without cured meats Flavored Hummus Duo with Fresh Vegetable Crudite & Garlic Pita Chips

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Roasted Butternut Squash & Goat Cheese Dip with Garlic Naan * Naked Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Baked Corn Chips

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Scallops on Toast and Quail Eggs Beet Devil Eggs Muenster and Spinach Pinwheels

Wonton Artichoke Spinach Spicy Verde Puff Pastry Crab Rolls, Chipotle Cream

DESSERT

All inclusive

Bourbon vanilla creme brulee with strawberry and basil salad

Almond Financier French Mini Cake with panacotta with fruits

Breakfast by Benjamin Kalifa "Top chef France"

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TARTINE WITH SMOKED SALMON SCRAMBLE SERVED MESCLUN : watercress – creme fraiche with citrus juice and dill – bread with seeds- scrambled eggs

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

GRANOLA WITH YOGURT : Greek yogurt – macerated fruits – house granola

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

BREAFAST PLATES CLASSIQUE : smoked ham – -Skirt steak roasted- swiss cheese – sausage roasted- omellette or scrambled eggs- potatoes roasted- served mesclun and tomatoes

DESSERT

All inclusive

BRIOCHE FRENCH TOAST : Brioche - stewed strawberries and blueberry with lemon zest - vanilla pastry cream – powdered sugar

Asian food

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All inclusive

Nems with chicken and nems veggies with salsa sauce / Mesclun

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Sauted Beef Teriyaki Coriander / with noddles with vegetables

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Asian Beef Meatballs, Edamame, Onion and Yuzu Sauce

DESSERT

All inclusive

Almond Financier French Mini Cake with panacotta with fruits

Italian menu by Benka chef

STARTER

All inclusive

Spicy Beef & Red Pepper with crunchy burrata

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Salmon primavera, asparagus coulis

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Crispy Chicken Stuffed with Prosciutto & Mozzarella / Tagliatelle with pesto

DESSERT

All inclusive

Vanilla Caramel Flan

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Chef Benjamin's reviews

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19 services

Chef Benjamin was available whenever I had any questions. He was extremely accommodating with some of our guest dietary needs. Everyone at our dinner party was completely satisfied with their meal. As for not receiving the “menu” I didn’t need one All the information on what was to be served was clearly provided verbally. I would hire Chef Benjamin again and look forward one of his fantastic dinner hopefully very soon.

Benjamin is incredible. He arrived 8 hours before our planned dinner to prep. Everything was cooked perfectly, so delicious. Additionally, we had a party for nearly 40 people and Benjamin prepared multiple large dishes for the party. I highly recommend Benjamin for any dinner or party. 10/10!

Benjamin did a wonderful job from the moment we received a sample menu. He made the necessary changes to accommodate our large group of 18. His communication and commitment were excellent. The food was delicious and perfectly done. We would highly recommend Benjamin.

Chef Ben was an exceptional addition to our anniversary dinner experience. The food was beyond incredible for words. The taste, the freshness and the LOVE poured into all of the dishes EXCEEDED our expectation. We will never forget how wonderful Chef Ben was and how accommodating he was for us! We would definitely book again. It was like travelling to a new world with his menu!!

Chef Ben was wonderful!! He prepared a delicious meal for our bachelorette party

Chef Benjamin was excellent! Great conversation, professional and the dishes were amazing!