Chef Samantha Reiter

Private Chef In Los Angeles

Born Toronto, Canada I grew up cooking with her Swiss grandmother. I knew from a very young age that I wanted to be a chef. Since the time I have taken my love for cooking and traveling around the world. Starting in the great country of United States where I went to school at The Art Institute of Minneapolis and got my Bachelors in Culinary Management in 2014, after that I started at Michael Mina’s Washington D.C Bourbon steak, then transferred to San Francisco at multiple Michael Mina restaurants Including the flagship Michelin Star Restaurant "Michael Mina", there I met my now husband who is french chef. We moved to France together for four years where I worked at the Michelin star restaurant in Paris at The Eiffel Tower “Jules Verne”.

My love for California stayed in my heart and after four years I brought my french husband back to Los Angeles with me where we now reside. There is nothing like the fresh produce and agriculture of California. My style of cooking is farm to table with influences from around the world. I like to be finesse with a casual touch with my food, flavor and presentation are very important.

Bon appetit

For me, cooking is...

Cooking is my passion and my hobby.

I learned to cook at...

I learned to cook with my grandmother when I was young, I learned in culinary school but really developed when i started cooking in the kitchens.

A cooking secret...

My secret in the kitchen is appreciating the ingredients and developing big flavors.

My menus

Discovery Fine dinning experience Menu

STARTER

All inclusive

Crispy Puff bread, Beef carpaccio, Parmigiano& Aioli

Warm Garlic “Panisse” and Black Olive Tapenade

Mediteranean Gaspacho (24 hour marinated tomato gaspacho, kalamata black olive crumble, and fresh garlic croutons)

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Sea bass Tartare seasoned with citrus, Laurel Pear, Smoked avocado and Grapefruits Cloud

Grilled Fresh lobster tail, farmers's market Mini-Artichokes "Barigoule" , Roasted Kumquat, Lobster reduction

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Spaghetti freshly cooked, served in a creamy Caviar sauce, Lemon zest

DESSERT

All inclusive

The Classic “Profiterole” served with Warm dark chocolate Sauce, Pecan nuts toasted

Eat Italy

STARTER

All inclusive

My Homemade sourdough Focaccia

Dry Cherry tomatoes Tartelette, Black olive crumble, Basil oil from my garden

Fresh Pesto, Olive Tapenade, Virgin Olive oil "First Press"

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Anchovies & Red bell pepper Rainbow, Roasted Eggplant &Capers

Vitello Tonato (Cooked Veal Carpaccio served with Tuna Mayonnaise), Crispy Garlic

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Mussel Safran Risotto, shaved Parmigiano, homemade Basil Oil and Roasted Garlic

Mushrooms & Truffle Raviolis, Ruccola, Green Asparagus

Chicken Breast Roasted with Fresh sage, Gorgonzola Fregola sarda

DESSERT

All inclusive

The Tiramisu Pie, Creamy Hazelnut

Amaretti biscuits

Bon Voyage in Paris

STARTER

All inclusive

Homemade Rice Crackers French “Soubise” (Confit Onions Custard), Smoked Paprika

Warm Garlic “Panisse” and Black Olive Tapenade, Fresh Basil from my Garden

Onions & Anchovies "Pissaladiere" Tartlet

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Local Asparagus Velouté & Egg "Parfait", Comté cheese Velvet, Salmon Roe & Nutmeg

Le Poireaux Vinaigrette "Mimosa", Dijon Mustard and Truffle (Slow cooked Leek seasoned with a mustard dressing)

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Chicken& Comte Cheese Cordon Bleu, the real Parisian Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Mini Carrot

The Salmon fillet, “Béarnaise” sauce, the potato “Mille-Feuille”, Smoked eggplant

The Lamb Rib Grilled “a la minute”, Potatoes cooked in Herb Crust, Roasted Cauliflower & Mustard Seeds

DESSERT

All inclusive

The Apple Roasted “Tatin Pie” Vanilla bean Ice Cream

Dark Chocolate Tartelette, Fresh Strawberry & Caramelized Hazelnut

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Chef Samantha's reviews

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30 services

Chef Cedric was absolutely incredible. He cooked a stupendous 4 course meal for us in the comfort of a friend's home and it was such an amazing experience! We agreed on the menu beforehand (he and his wife Samantha were so patient with us as we had many asks, dietary restrictions, and a few last minute swaps) and they helped us come up with a great menu that was perfect for the group. We did a combo of a cooking class / private dinner — we cooked ravioli together as a group (rolled everything out, filled it, learned how to make the pasta, etc) and then sat back and enjoyed the rest of the meal that Chef Cedric prepared. It was the best of both worlds. His food was creative, unique, and so incredibly delicious. We loved eery bite. Can't wait to do this again!

10/10! Samantha and Cedric were incredibly professional but also friendly and accommodating. They came on board and were able to handle a slew of varying dietary requests, and went above and beyond with their presentation and offerings to make our day super special. Everyone loved having them around and I am already looking forward to the next time I have an occasion to work with them. OH not to mention everything was delicious and plentiful. Private Feedback: Thank you both so much for contributing to our most special day. You played a large part in us having the most perfect wedding we could have asked for - everything was delicious and my family loved chatting with you both. I am looking forward to the next time we can work together. The only note I have is to take extra care when using the dishwasher. 1 of our gifted wedding flutes sadly broke in the dishwasher - it's always my understanding that things this fragile should be hand washed or left out. Otherwise everything was flawless and delicious, and appreciate your flexibility when things got started a little late. Thank you!

Chef Samantha was punctual and had so much attention to detail. I would definitely book with her again. Her food was phenomenal. Private Feedback: Give her a raise

She was absolutely wonderful great conversation and has a lot of passion for her craft absolutely loved the tiramisu and the sea bass next time I’m in town I’ll only go through this person absolutely incredible thank you again ❤️

One of the best experiences we could ever ask for. Would highly recommend! Would especially recommend if you have social anxieties but want to try something new. Private Feedback: Thank you so much!

Our experience with Samantha was fabulous! She prepared lamb chops for my girlfriend and I. And they were delicious. She also had items that weren’t on the menu. A goat cheese appetizer with a flaky crust. We both got along with her right from the start. I highly recommend this experience. Private Feedback: Thanks again Samantha Yvonne and I had a wonderful time with you. We truly hope to see you in San Francisco or possibly here again. The lamb was so tender and delicious!!