Chef Ricardo Andriguetti

Personal Chef In Redondo Beach

Born in Brazil and raised with authentic Italian food, where everything was produced by my grandparents from their own farm and garden, including proteins such as meat (pork, duck, chicken, and fish). I started playing with cooking at the age of 12, making cakes and leaving the kitchen in a mess, as one does! I enjoy sharing those nostalgic memories with others.

In 2011 I earned my Tourism and Hospitality degree and then I went on to pursue my Gastronomy degree from UNIVALI, one of Brazil's most prominent schools, graduating in 2013.

I have accumulated over 10 years of experience in cooking and preparing food. During my time in Brazil, I also owned a coffee shop where I cooked with fresh ingredients sourced from my own vegetable garden and premium meats and fish from reputable suppliers.

Now living in California, I continue to share my passion for cooking with others.

Specialties:

Latin American cuisine - Peruvian ceviche, Brazilian BBQ, vegan moqueca

Mediterranean cuisine - paella, ratatouille, Greek lamb chops

Italian cuisine - risottos, seafood pasta

For me, cooking is...

Love and lifestyle Culture and connection My passion is the kitchen

I learned to cook at...

UNIVALI Culinary Arts school

A cooking secret...

Cooking with fresh, organic ingredients

My menus

Surprise Menu

STARTER

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Apple & Brie Crostini with Glaze Balsamic

Charcuterie Board

Cheese bread (Brazilian style)

Hummus and Pita Bread

Mushrooms Crostini

Smoked Salmon Bruschetta

Spanakopita

Mini Quiche Assortment

Buffalo Chicken Bites

Bacalhau Fritters

Calamari Fritti

Coconut Shrimp

Cucumber Avocado Shrimp

Sausage Bites w/Cheddar Cheese Sauce

FIRST COURSE

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Duck, Chicken and Sour Cherry Terrine

Steak Tartare

Tomato Tartare (vegan)

Zucchini Tartare (vegan)

Salmon Tartare w/Lemon and Capers

Lobster Bisque

Brussels Balsamic with Bacon

Fish Tower (salmon and tuna)

Garlic Lime Butter Scallops

Acarajé

Chicken Ceasar Salad

Greek Salad (Traditional Horiatiki)

Puntarelle Salad with Anchovies and Capers

Tuna Salad

Lobster Arancini

Lobster Tartare

Oysters Three Cheese Gratin

MAIN COURSE

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Beef Wellington w/Roasted Potatoes and Asparagus

Breaded White Fish with Shrimp Red Sauce and Rice

Surf and Turf (mignon and lobster) w/Mashed Potato and Asparagus

Creamed Mignon with Leeks and Moroccan Couscous

Eggplant Parmigiana - Fresh Marinara Pasta(vegan)

Creamed Shrimp with Leeks and Moroccan Couscous

Grilled Octopus With Chickpeas and Oregano

Squid and Octopus Rice

Frutti di Mare Pasta

Ginger-Garlic Swordfish w/Peas Puree and Shimeji

Grilled Salmon Pearl CousCous and Herb Beurre Blanc

Pineapple Shrimp Risotto

Marinated Greek Lamb Chops with Roast Potatoes (Paidakia)

Grilled Chicken Al Pesto w/Fresh Pasta

Moroccan-Inspired Salmon & Couscous with Lemon Yogurt

Roast Duck w/Orange and Purple Carrot Puree

Thai Coconut Pork Curry w/Rice and Green Beans

DESSERT

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Chocolate Mousse

Classic Cheesecake w/Berries on the top

Chocolate-Vanilla Tartufo

Mango Frozen Chestnuts

Passion Fruit Mousse

Chia Pudding Coconut Strawberry

Olive Oil Brownies w/Greek Yogurt

Peanut Pie (Torta de Paçoca)

Banana Flambe w/Ice Cream

Crepe Suzette

Seafood/Pescatarian Lovers

STARTER

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Spicy Pineapple Shrimp

Spicy Shrimp Tangerine Crostini

Shrimp Tangerine and Brie Crostini with Glaze Balsamic

Cucumber Avocado Shrimp

Smoked Salmon Bruschetta

White Fish Balls

Potato Cakes w/Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese

FIRST COURSE

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Lobster Arancini

Lobster Tartare

Fresh Shrimp Salad

Fish Tower (salmon and tuna)

Peruvian Ceviche (white fish)

Coconut Shrimp

Acarajé

Calamari Fritti

Oysters Three Cheese Gratin

Garlic Lime Butter Scallops

Tuna Salad

Tuna Tataki

MAIN COURSE

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Shrimp and Fish Moqueca

Pineapple Shrimp Risotto

Sesame Crusted White Fish Cassava Puree

Salmon Risotto

Grilled Salmon Al Pesto

Moroccan-Inspired Salmon & Couscous with Lemon Yogurt

Peanuts Crusted Salmon

Sesame Crusted Tuna with Forbidden Rice and Carrot Mousseline

Frutti di Mare Pasta

Breaded White Fish with Shrimp Red Sauce and Rice

Grilled Salmon Pearl CousCous and Herb Beurre Blanc

Salmon Orange Sauce, Asparagus, Sauteed Potatoes

Salmon Passion Fruit Sauce, Mashed Purple Sweet Potato

Grilled Octopus With Chickpeas and Oregano

Squid and Octopus Rice

Mango Salsa on Grilled Swordfish

Ginger-Garlic Swordfish

DESSERT

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Panna Cotta with Berry Sauce

Grilled Fruits

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Chocolate Covered Grape

Brazilian Flan

Brazilian Carrot Cake with Chocolate Sauce

Chocolate-Vanilla Tartufo

Mango Frozen Chestnuts

Chocolate Mousse

Vegan lovers

STARTER

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Tomato Bruschetta

Brussels Balsamic

Zucchini Tartare (vegan)

Tomato Tartare

Mushrooms Crostini

FIRST COURSE

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Ratatouille

Tapioca Cake w/ Truffle Oil

Black Beans Cake (Brazilian style)

Lentil Salad

Insalata di Pasta

MAIN COURSE

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Hearts of Palm and Mushrooms Moqueca (Brazilian Style)

Quinoa Steak and Rosemary Roasted Potatoes

Leek, Hearts of Palm, Mushrooms Cream and Moroccan Couscous

Vegan Stroganoff with Rice and Potato Sticks

Eggplant Parmigiana with Marinara Pasta

Grilled Cauliflower with Chimichurri Sauce and Mashed Sweet Potato

DESSERT

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Chia Pudding Coconut Strawberry

Mango Frozen Chestnuts

Vegan Panna Cota w/ Blackberry Sauce

Vegan Peanut Butter Pie

Vegan Chocolate Mousse

Mediterranean Menu

STARTER

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Spanakopita

Dolmadakia

Saganakis

Ntomatokeftedes

Hummus and Pita Bread

Crostini with Gorgonzola, Caramelized Onions, and Fig Jam

FIRST COURSE

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Tabouleh Salad

Greek Salad (Traditional Horiatiki)

Magiritsa Soup

Grilled Octopus With Chickpeas and Oregano

Ratatouille

Shrimp Marettimo Style

Gyros

Souvlaki

MAIN COURSE

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Marinated Greek Lamb Chops with Roast Potatoes (Paidakia)

Squid and Octopus Rice

Moroccan-Inspired Salmon & Couscous with Lemon Yogurt

Peanuts Crusted Salmon

Sesame Crusted Tuna with Forbidden Rice and Carrot Mousseline

Creamed Shrimp with Leeks and Moroccan Couscous

Creamed Mignon with Leeks and Moroccan Couscous

Seafood Paella

Valencian Paella

DESSERT

All inclusive

Baklava

Samali

Grilled pears with goat's cheese & hazelnut dressing

Olive Oil Brownies Made with Greek Yogurt

Galaktoboureko

Honey Roasted Fruit with Star Anise

Christmas Menu

STARTER

All inclusive

Charcuterie Board

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Mandarin Orange Salad

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Beef Wellington

Ham with Pineapple Chutney

Stuffed Turkey

Mashed Potatoes

Honey Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries and Feta Cheese

Cranberry Rice with Apples and Pecans

DESSERT

All inclusive

Brazilian Flan

Orange Cake with Dark Chocolate Sauce

Latin American

STARTER

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Cheese bread (Brazilian style)

Crunchy Cheese Tapioca

Heart of Palm Salad

FIRST COURSE

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Acarajé

Coconut Shrimp

Peruvian Ceviche (white fish)

Shrimp Ceviche

Shrimp Trio

Spicy Pineapple Shrimp

MAIN COURSE

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Brazilian Feijoada (made with pork)

Brazilian Shrimp Stew (Bobó de Camarão)

Grilled Picanha and sauté Potatoes

Shrimp and Fish Moqueca

Shrimp Stroganoff (Brazilian style)

Shrimp Stuffed Pumpkin (Brazilian Style)

Lomo Saltado

DESSERT

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Brazilian Flan

Brigadeiro (Brazilian fudge balls)

Passion Fruit Mousse

Peanut Pie (Torta de Paçoca)

Sagu

Italian Lovers

STARTER

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Tomato Bruschetta

Apple & Brie Crostini with Glaze Balsamic

Spicy Shrimp Tangerine Crostini

Puntarelle Salad with Anchovies and Capers

Sicilian salad

Insalata Caprese Invernale

Insalata Caesar

FIRST COURSE

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Lobster Arancini

Polpette con Polenta

Brussels Balsamic with Bacon

Shrimp Arancini

Calamari Fritti

MAIN COURSE

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Pineapple Shrimp Risotto

Mignon/Gorgonzola Risotto

Eggplant Parmigiana - Fresh Marinara Pasta

Beef Parmigiana - Fresh Marinara Pasta

Chicken Parmigiana - Fresh Marinara Pasta

Salmon Risotto

Grilled Salmon Al Pesto

Grilled Chicken Al Pesto

Shrimp Lasagna

Vegan Risotto

Pesto Gnocchi

Bolognese Gnocchi

Four Cheese Gnocchi

Bolognese Lasagna

Four Cheese Lasagna

Chicken Lasagna

DESSERT

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Panna Cotta with Berry Sauce

Zabaglioni

Tiramisu

Affogato

Chocolate-Vanilla Tartufo

Lamb lovers

STARTER

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Zucchini Tartare

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Rack of Lamb in Red Wine Sauce with Creamy Polenta

DESSERT

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Grilled Fruits

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Chef Ricardo's reviews

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Chef Ricardo prepared an amazing meal for my husband and me on my husband’s 40th birthday. We have two young daughters who were enthralled with him when he arrived and he was incredibly sweet and attentive to them. Once we got them in bed and came down for dinner Chef Ricardo had sat the table and the menu we had discussed was served exactly as scheduled. The food was delicious and he created a beautiful experience for a private, personal, special birthday celebration. Thank you Chef Ricardo!

Such a fun way to celebrate a friend's birthday! The food and service was incredible. Thank you!

Chef Ricardo made my birthday celebration even more special with this one of a kind experience to have a four course dinner cooked and served for us. Chef Ricardo was very communicative, collaborative and assisted me throughout the whole process when I first reached out to him to inquire about this possibility for booking a private chef for my birthday dinner. The menu Chef Ricardo proposed was thoughtful and accommodating for some of my guests dining, ensuring their food sensitive, allergies, and dietary restrictions would allow for modifications to still partake in this meal. The presentation for each plate that we were served was also very special, each dish was packed full of flavor and high quality ingredients, the personalized menus (bespoke for my birthday), and the extra special touches Chef Ricardo took will be a great memory for years and years and years to come. Thank you for helping me celebrate this birthday with me and my guests, Chef Ricardo!

Chef Ricardo provided an absolutely amazing experience. We could taste his diligent skill in every tasty bite. Just as important, he was very flexible in his menu preparation which allowed for a personal touch to everyone's meal. I would highly recommend Chef Ricardo, and I look forward to using his services again.

Chef was incredible! From start to finish! Delicious food! Great presentation! We had a private wedding anniversary party and we couldn’t have had a better experience! We were at a Bel Air mansion and he fit in perfectly! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

We recently hired Ricardo as a private chef for a birthday celebration, and he exceeded all of our expectations. From the moment he arrived, Ricardo was incredibly professional, friendly, and accommodating. The menu he prepared was nothing short of spectacular. The ratatouille he made was an absolute standout—bursting with flavor and perfectly cooked. The salmon was equally impressive, cooked to perfection and complemented by flavorful side dishes. Ricardo was also very mindful of our dietary restrictions, ensuring that everyone could enjoy the meal without any concerns. His attention to detail and willingness to customize the menu to suit our needs were greatly appreciated. Throughout the night, Ricardo was not only an excellent chef but also a gracious and helpful presence. He made sure everything ran smoothly, allowing us to relax and enjoy the evening. Overall, Ricardo made our celebration truly special with his culinary expertise and outstanding service. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for an extremely talented and considerate private chef.

Chef Ricardo did an amazing job. The food presentation was beautiful and the food was excellent. He was very professional and I would highly recommend him.

It was a pleasure having Chef Rodrigo in our home to help us celebrate my husbands birthday dinner. He was extremely responsive throughout the planning process, very prompt on arrival, friendly and engaging (yet discreet while we enjoyed our own conversation). Chef Rodrigo's menu was delicious, plated beautifully and he left our kitchen spotless. Thank you so much for making this such a special experience!

Ricardo was amazing! He was very professional and explained every dish and his culinary background. His food was incredible and unlike anything I've ever had before. He arrived right on time and served us in a very timely manner as well. He engaged with us but also gave us our privacy to enjoy the wonderful dinner. He also left the kitchen spotless!

Chef Ricardo is amazing ! Very friendly, attentive, and trustworthy. Since the moment he responded to my inquiry at take a chef I knew he was the chef for my family. The food was delicious, his dish presentation was great and everything was meticulously crafted. Thank you take a chef and chef Ricardo for making my mom’s birthday so special. I will 100% recommend you to my friends and family