Chef Miguel Narvaez
Personal Chef In Vista
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I have been continuously growing in the hospitality industry for 15 years and am excited to share my diverse and worldly culinary expertise with you!
With over 15 years of experience in the culinary industry, I have loved every step of the journey. My passion for cooking began during high school when I volunteered as a cook for my wrestling team while competing as a wrestler myself. From there, I took my first professional role as a dishwasher and, through years of dedication, education, and travel, worked my way up to Executive Chef. I’ve held leadership positions at upscale brunch spots in downtown San Diego and served as Sous Chef at a Marriott resort in Coronado, California.
Attending culinary school provided a pivotal opportunity for a three-month externship at PUJOL in Mexico City under the renowned Chef Enrique Olvera. PUJOL, recently ranked #5 in the world by Pellegrino’s 50 Best, profoundly influenced my culinary philosophy and refined my approach to flavor and presentation.
My passion for crafting memorable flavor combinations has been deeply shaped by my extensive travels. I’ve explored the culinary traditions of Europe on three separate visits, as well as South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay. My extensive travels throughout Mexico have also provided a rich foundation for creating diverse and innovative menus.
As a microgreens vendor at local farmers' markets, I source approximately 95% of my ingredients directly from these markets. This commitment ensures that every dish is crafted with quality, organic, local, and fresh produce. The only exceptions are exotic, out-of-season, or imported goods, which I carefully incorporate when necessary to elevate the dining experience.
With over 100 successful services through Take a Chef and hundreds more through my independent ventures, I deliver exceptional dining experiences that celebrate freshness, creativity, and unforgettable flavors.

More about me
For me, cooking is...
For me cooking is a form of expression through unique flavor profiles. I like to create a unique experience with each dish.
I learned to cook at...
I first learned to cook at home with my grandmothers growing up in Tijuana and professionally in various fine dining kitchens across San Diego
A cooking secret...
My secret in the kitchen is to never forget to have fun.
My menus
Guacamole Tatemado with pork rinds and tortilla chips and plantain chips
Hickory Smoked Scallop Crudo
Black bean chipotle lobster tostada
Ceviche Shooters
Aguachile Bites
100 Anniversary Tijuana Cesar Salad
Homemade Mole with Imported Panela Cheese and handmade tortillas
Flor De Calabaza Quesadilla (Squash Blossoms)
Aztec Tortilla Soup
Mexican Caprese Salad
Wagyu Picadillo Sopes
Baja Taco (Fish Tacos)
Mexican Steak with Caramelized Onions, Homemade Salsa and Seasonal Mushrooms
Wagyu Albondigas de Doña Gloria (My moms albondigas recipe with Wagyu)
Camarones a la Diabla (spicy garlic shrimp with tortillas, seared cheese and avocado)
Chile Relleno with Mexican Rice
Chicharron Prensado Sopes
Conchitas ( Handmade Mexican Sweet Bread ) with Mexican hot Chocolate
Coconut Kahlua Flan
Churros (Fresh Handmade )
Mini Chocolate Cheesecake
Churro Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich
Carlotta De Limon
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Hickory Smoked Scallop Crudo
Guacamole Tatemado Bites on Plantain Chips
Black bean chipotle lobster tostada
Ceviche Shooters
Ahi Poke Wontons
Fried Risotto Ball with Marinara
Chicken and Waffles with Candied Bacon Bits
California Gazpacho
Aztec Tortilla Soup
Chicken Tom Kha Soup
Pork Chashu Ramen
100 Anniversary Tijuana Cesar Salad
Warm Winter Salad
Asian Papaya Salad
Caprese salad
Greek Yogurt Salad and Roasted Beets salad
Braised Short Rib and Grits with Red wine reduction
Blackened Salmon with Greek Lemon Rice and homemade tzatziki
Teriyaki Mahi Mahi with King Trumpet Mushrooms, Green Onions and Grilled Squash
Harissa Marinated Pan Seared Chicken with goat cheese labneh and herbs with a cucumber side salad
Macadamia, Orange and Basil Crusted Halibut and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes with Orange Beurre Blanc Sauce
Filet Mignon with Grilled Asparagus and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Red wine Reduction
Garlic Shrimp Skewers with honey rosemary vegetables
Sesame Seared Tuna with Mango, pineapple, habanero salsa, ponzu and white jazmine rice
Fish on Lentils with Honey Cream and Herb Medley
Trout Almondine with Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Lemon Beurre Blanc
Mini Chocolate Cheesecake
Carrot Walnut Cake
Coconut Kahlua Flan
Creme Brulee
Tiramisu
Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Sandwhich
Cornbread with Salted Caramel and Whipped Cream Cheese
Panacotta with Brownie Crumble
Assorted Homemade Cookies
Baklava
Bread Pudding
Churro Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich
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Black bean chipotle lobster tostada
Ahi Poke Wontons
Baja Ceviche Shooters
Guacamole Tatemado with pork rinds and tortilla chips and plantain chips
Fried Risotto Ball with Marinara
Hickory Smoked Crudo
Cheese and Charcuterie Board
Chicken and Waffles with Candied Bacon Bits
100 Anniversary Tijuana Cesar Salad
Asian Papaya Salad
California Caprese
Spring Mix Salad
Aztec Tortilla Soup
California Gazpacho
Chicken Tom Kha Soup
Pork Chashu Ramen
Caprese Salad
Braised Short Rib and Grits with Red wine reduction
Filet Mignon with Grilled Asparagus and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Red wine Reduction
Macadamia, Orange and Basil Crusted Halibut and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes with Orange Beurre Blanc Sauce
Teriyaki Mahi Mahi with King Trumpet Mushrooms, Green Onions and Grilled Squash
Swordfish Picatta with Grilled Asparagus and Lemon Beurre Blanc Sauce
Blackened Salmon with Greek Lemon Rice and homemade tzatziki
Garlic Shrimp Skewers with honey rosemary vegetables
Harissa Marinated Pan Seared Chicken with goat cheese labneh and herbs with a cucumber side salad
Trout Almondine with Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Lemon Beurre Blanc
Fish on Lentils with Honey Cream and Herb Medley
California Carbonara
Apple Cobbler
Assorted Homemade Cookies
Bread Pudding
Carrot Walnut Cake
Churro waffles ice cream sandwhich
Coconut Kahlua Flan
Panacotta with Brownie Crumble
Creme Brulee
Tiramisu
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Homemade Hummus
Pita Bread
Baba ghanoush
Homemade Tzatziki
Tabbouli
Crab Cakes
Greek Yogurt Salad and Roasted Beets salad
Fattoush Salad
Stuffed Grape Leaves
Kibbeh
Macadamia, Orange and Basil Crusted Halibut and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes with Orange Beurre Blanc Sauce
Harissa Marinated Pan Seared Chicken with goat cheese labneh and herbs with a cucumber side salad
Garlic Shrimp Skewers with honey rosemary vegetables
Blackened Salmon with Greek Lemon Rice and homemade tzatziki
Filet Mignon with Grilled Asparagus and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Red wine Reduction
Baklava
Tiramisu
Mini Chocolate Cheesecake
Creme Brulee
Coconut Kahlua Flan
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Hickory Smoked Crudo
Guacamole Tatemado with pork rinds and tortilla chips and plantain chips
Baja Ceviche Shooters
Black bean chipotle lobster tostada
Fried Risotto Ball with Marinara
Ahi poke wonton
Chicken and Waffles with Candied Bacon Bits
100 Anniversary Tijuana Cesar Salad
Chicken Tom Kha Soup
Caprese Salad
California Caprese
California Gazpacho
Aztec Tortilla Soup
Spring Mix Salad
Pork Chashu Ramen
Asian Papaya Salad
Berry Balsamic Salad with Candied Nuts
Braised Short Rib and Grits with Red wine reduction
Filet Mignon with Grilled Asparagus and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
Macadamia, Orange and Basil Crusted Halibut and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes with Orange Beurre Blanc Sauce
Teriyaki Mahi Mahi with King Trumpet Mushrooms, Green Onions and Grilled Squash
Swordfish Picatta with Grilled Asparagus and Lemon Beurre Blanc Sauce
Blackened Salmon with Greek Lemon Rice and homemade tzatziki
Harissa Marinated Pan Seared Chicken with goat cheese labneh and herbs with a cucumber side salad
Sesame Seared Tuna with Mango, pineapple, habanero salsa, ponzu and white jazmine rice
Fish on Lentils with Honey Cream and Herb Medley
Trout Almondine with Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Lemon Beurre Blanc
California Carbonara
Apple Cobbler
Apple Pie
Assorted Homemade Cookies
Baklava
Bread Pudding
Carrot Walnut Cake
Churro Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich
Churros (Fresh Handmade )
Coconut Kahlua Flan
Cornbread with Salted Caramel and Whipped Cream Cheese
Creme Brulee
Triple chocolate layer cake
Tiramisu
Mini Chocolate Cheesecake
Panacotta
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Homemade Hummus
Pita Bread
Baba ghanoush
Homemade Tzatziki
Tabbouli
Crab Cakes
Greek Yogurt Salad and Roasted Beets salad
Fattoush Salad
Stuffed Grape Leaves
Kibbeh
Macadamia, Orange and Basil Crusted Halibut and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes with Orange Beurre Blanc Sauce
Harissa Marinated Pan Seared Chicken with goat cheese labneh and herbs with a cucumber side salad
Garlic Shrimp Skewers with honey rosemary vegetables
Blackened Salmon with Greek Lemon Rice and homemade tzatziki
Filet Mignon with Grilled Asparagus and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Red wine Reduction
Baklava
Tiramisu
Mini Chocolate Cheesecake
Creme Brulee
Coconut Kahlua Flan
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Oyster Rockefeller
Ponzo and Yuzu Oysters
Baja Ceviche Shooters
Black bean chipotle lobster tostada
Ahi poke wonton
Hickory Smoked Crudo
Aguachile Bites
Lobster Bisque
7 Mares Soup
Grilled Shrimp Salad
Crab Cakes with Remoulade
Shrimp Cocktail
Coconut Shrimp
Thai Coconut Prawn Soup
Niçoise Salad
Sesame seared Ahi Tuna with white rice and mango pineapple sauce
Lobster Parpadelle
Blackened Salmon with Greek Lemon Rice and homemade tzatziki
Garlic Shrimp Skewers with honey rosemary vegetables
Macadamia, Orange and Basil Crusted Halibut and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes with Orange Beurre Blanc Sauce
Teriyaki Mahi Mahi with King Trumpet Mushrooms, Green Onions and Grilled Squash
Trout Almondine with Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Lemon Beurre Blanc
Swordfish Picatta with Grilled Asparagus and Lemon Beurre Blanc Sauce
Apple Cobbler
Assorted Homemade Cookies
Bread Pudding
Carrot Walnut Cake
Churro waffles ice cream sandwhich
Creme BruleeCoconut Kahlua Flan
Cornbread with Salted Caramel and Whipped Cream Cheese
Mini Chocolate Cheesecake
Panacotta with Brownie Crumble
Tiramisu
Triple chocolate layer cake
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Cheese and Charcuterie Board
Ahi poke wonton
Black bean chipotle lobster tostada
Baja Ceviche Shooters
Guacamole Tatemado with pork rinds and tortilla chips and plantain chips
Fried Risotto Ball with Marinara
Hickory Smoked Crudo
Chicken and Waffles with Candied Bacon Bits
100 Anniversary Tijuana Cesar Salad
Asian Papaya Salad
Warm Winter Salad
Caprese Salad
California Caprese
Pork Chashu Ramen
Aztec Tortilla Soup
Chicken Tom Kha Soup
California Gazpacho
Filet Mignon with Grilled Asparagus and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Red wine Reduction
Braised Short Rib and Grits with Red wine reduction
Macadamia, Orange and Basil Crusted Halibut and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes with Orange Beurre Blanc Sauce
Sesame Seared Tuna with Mango, pineapple, habanero salsa, ponzu and white jazmine rice
Teriyaki Mahi Mahi with King Trumpet Mushrooms, Green Onions and Grilled Squash
Blackened Salmon with Greek Lemon Rice and Grilled Squash
Swordfish Picatta with Grilled Asparagus and Lemon Beurre Blanc Sauce
Garlic Shrimp Skewers with honey rosemary vegetables
Fish on Lentils with Honey Cream and Herb Medley
Trout Almondine with Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Lemon Beurre Blanc
Harissa Marinated Pan Seared Chicken with arugula salad and honey rosemary potatoes
Apple Cobbler
Assorted Homemade Cookies
Bread Pudding
Coconut Kahlua Flan
Tiramisu
Creme Brulee
View full menu
Guacamole Tatemado with pork rinds and tortilla chips and plantain chips
Hickory Smoked Scallop Crudo
Black bean chipotle lobster tostada
Ceviche Shooters
Aguachile Bites
100 Anniversary Tijuana Cesar Salad
Homemade Mole with Imported Panela Cheese and handmade tortillas
Flor De Calabaza Quesadilla (Squash Blossoms)
Aztec Tortilla Soup
Mexican Caprese Salad
Wagyu Picadillo Sopes
Baja Taco (Fish Tacos)
Mexican Steak with Caramelized Onions, Homemade Salsa and Seasonal Mushrooms
Wagyu Albondigas de Doña Gloria (My moms albondigas recipe with Wagyu)
Camarones a la Diabla (spicy garlic shrimp with tortillas, seared cheese and avocado)
Chile Relleno with Mexican Rice
Chicharron Prensado Sopes
Conchitas ( Handmade Mexican Sweet Bread ) with Mexican hot Chocolate
Coconut Kahlua Flan
Churros (Fresh Handmade )
Mini Chocolate Cheesecake
Churro Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich
Carlotta De Limon
View full menu
Hickory Smoked Scallop Crudo
Guacamole Tatemado Bites on Plantain Chips
Black bean chipotle lobster tostada
Ceviche Shooters
Ahi Poke Wontons
Fried Risotto Ball with Marinara
Chicken and Waffles with Candied Bacon Bits
California Gazpacho
Aztec Tortilla Soup
Chicken Tom Kha Soup
Pork Chashu Ramen
100 Anniversary Tijuana Cesar Salad
Warm Winter Salad
Asian Papaya Salad
Caprese salad
Greek Yogurt Salad and Roasted Beets salad
Braised Short Rib and Grits with Red wine reduction
Blackened Salmon with Greek Lemon Rice and homemade tzatziki
Teriyaki Mahi Mahi with King Trumpet Mushrooms, Green Onions and Grilled Squash
Harissa Marinated Pan Seared Chicken with goat cheese labneh and herbs with a cucumber side salad
Macadamia, Orange and Basil Crusted Halibut and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes with Orange Beurre Blanc Sauce
Filet Mignon with Grilled Asparagus and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Red wine Reduction
Garlic Shrimp Skewers with honey rosemary vegetables
Sesame Seared Tuna with Mango, pineapple, habanero salsa, ponzu and white jazmine rice
Fish on Lentils with Honey Cream and Herb Medley
Trout Almondine with Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Lemon Beurre Blanc
Mini Chocolate Cheesecake
Carrot Walnut Cake
Coconut Kahlua Flan
Creme Brulee
Tiramisu
Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Sandwhich
Cornbread with Salted Caramel and Whipped Cream Cheese
Panacotta with Brownie Crumble
Assorted Homemade Cookies
Baklava
Bread Pudding
Churro Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich
View full menu
Black bean chipotle lobster tostada
Ahi Poke Wontons
Baja Ceviche Shooters
Guacamole Tatemado with pork rinds and tortilla chips and plantain chips
Fried Risotto Ball with Marinara
Hickory Smoked Crudo
Cheese and Charcuterie Board
Chicken and Waffles with Candied Bacon Bits
100 Anniversary Tijuana Cesar Salad
Asian Papaya Salad
California Caprese
Spring Mix Salad
Aztec Tortilla Soup
California Gazpacho
Chicken Tom Kha Soup
Pork Chashu Ramen
Caprese Salad
Braised Short Rib and Grits with Red wine reduction
Filet Mignon with Grilled Asparagus and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Red wine Reduction
Macadamia, Orange and Basil Crusted Halibut and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes with Orange Beurre Blanc Sauce
Teriyaki Mahi Mahi with King Trumpet Mushrooms, Green Onions and Grilled Squash
Swordfish Picatta with Grilled Asparagus and Lemon Beurre Blanc Sauce
Blackened Salmon with Greek Lemon Rice and homemade tzatziki
Garlic Shrimp Skewers with honey rosemary vegetables
Harissa Marinated Pan Seared Chicken with goat cheese labneh and herbs with a cucumber side salad
Trout Almondine with Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Lemon Beurre Blanc
Fish on Lentils with Honey Cream and Herb Medley
California Carbonara
Apple Cobbler
Assorted Homemade Cookies
Bread Pudding
Carrot Walnut Cake
Churro waffles ice cream sandwhich
Coconut Kahlua Flan
Panacotta with Brownie Crumble
Creme Brulee
Tiramisu
View full menu
Homemade Hummus
Pita Bread
Baba ghanoush
Homemade Tzatziki
Tabbouli
Crab Cakes
Greek Yogurt Salad and Roasted Beets salad
Fattoush Salad
Stuffed Grape Leaves
Kibbeh
Macadamia, Orange and Basil Crusted Halibut and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes with Orange Beurre Blanc Sauce
Harissa Marinated Pan Seared Chicken with goat cheese labneh and herbs with a cucumber side salad
Garlic Shrimp Skewers with honey rosemary vegetables
Blackened Salmon with Greek Lemon Rice and homemade tzatziki
Filet Mignon with Grilled Asparagus and Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Red wine Reduction
Baklava
Tiramisu
Mini Chocolate Cheesecake
Creme Brulee
Coconut Kahlua Flan
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