Chef Nathanial Kuester

I am a rising star chef from NYC with over a decade of experience in Michelin starred restaurants including Aquavit, Cafe Boulud, The Cecil and Atomix. In 2016 I was a San Pelegrino Best Young Chef Semi-Finalist at 21 years old, my restaurant BapBap was featured in Eater and StarChefs, before taking the position of Chef de Cuisine at the NYC staple, Atoboy. Most recently, as the Executive Chef at Naro, I was a StarChefs Rising Stars Nominee, InsideHooks Top 3 Chefs to look out for in 2024. At Naro's helm we were awarded 3* in the NYTimes by Pete Wells and #84 in North America in the 2024 OAD list.

I love to cook home-y, delicious, satisfying and healthy food. I am fluent in Korean, French and Nordic Food. I am confident in most other cuisines and happy to meet your balance between flavor and nutrition. During my tenure at Atomix, Atoboy and Naro, we hosted many high profile clients in the restaurant and I did many off-site events with high profile clients such as Audemar Piguet, Sulwhasoo and the Met Gala. I am comfortable in a home setting for meal prep, parties, intimate dinners and any other service you request.