Chef Dean Shinagawa

Private Chef In Everett

I enjoy meeting new people, making new friends and cooking for everyone. My style of cooking is Asian Hawaiian Fusion utilizing European techniques with fresh ingredients to create an exceptional dining experience. Bold flavors, beautiful presentation and modern cuisine is just a dash of passion I have for my artistic culinary cookery.

For me, cooking is...

My passion, what inspires me, what I live for!!

I learned to cook at...

Kama’aina Grindz, Chef/Owner, Tulalip Bay Restaurant, Chef/GM, Roy's Restaurant, Chef/Westin Hotel, Kahala Hilton, Dinner Cook Apprentice

A cooking secret...

Keep it simple, have fun and cook good food!!

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Chef Dean's reviews

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14 services

Chef Dean was fantastic! We worked through a few changes to the proposed menu after he initially submitted it with no issues. He was prompt, engaging, and provided us with a highly memorable anniversary evening. We wouldn't hesitate to work with Chef Dean again for future events!

Amazing service for my girlfriend’s birthday. We had 6 total guests who all enjoyed every course. The food was presented gorgeously. I would recommend Chef Dean for any special event or get together, he’s amazing!

Chef Dean truly exceeded all expectations and made our evening absolutely unforgettable. From the moment he arrived, his warm and professional demeanor set the tone for an incredible dining experience. The sushi Dean prepared was hands-down some of the best I’ve ever had. Every dish was fresh, beautifully crafted, and full of flavor. He brought an amazing variety to the table, and the attention to detail in both the taste and presentation was remarkable. Dean also took the time to explain each dish, sharing his passion for the food and making the experience both engaging and educational. What really stood out was Dean’s ability to create a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. His energy and dedication to perfection made everyone feel special. This wasn’t just a meal—it was an experience we’ll be talking about for years. If you’re considering hiring Dean, don’t hesitate. He’s a true master of his craft, and I can’t recommend him highly enough. Thank you, Chef Dean, for an unforgettable evening!

Chef Dean delivered an amazing experience for 9 guests. He was professional, communicated well, and made sure the menu met our needs. The food was delicious, portion sizes were huge, and he left the kitchen spotless. Highly recommend Chef Dean.

Chef Dean was fantastic and made our 15 year anniversary dinner unforgettable! We had requested an ambitious 9 course kaiseki menu for the evening and he absolutely delivered! All the dishes were presented beautifully and with a wide range of proteins and vegetables. All capturing the wonderful flavors of Hawaii. Highly recommend him and this private chef experience! :)

We were truly blown away by our experience with Chef Dean. He completely exceeded our expectations and absolutely delivered on making a truly remarkable meal for us. He has extensive culinary experience and a true talent for developing a perfect menu tailored to our requests, while incorporating creative flavors and elements to elevate each dish to the next level. Highly recommend Chef Dean - We can’t wait to enjoy his cooking again!

An amazing experience from start to finish. The menu was incredible and each course was better than the last. Chef Dean was very flexible. Absolutely would recommend and try this again.