Private Chefs in Dubai
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Personal chefs in Dubai bring the art of fine dining directly to your vacation rental or luxury accommodation. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or seeking a private gourmet meal, expert chefs will craft a personalized menu featuring Arabic lamb tagine, Italian risotto, Japanese sushi rolls and vegan mezze. Using premium ingredients and local spices, they prepare everything on-site, from saffron rice to delicate French pastries, ensuring every dish is beautifully presented. Perfect for anniversaries, group events or corporate retreats, these private chef experiences offer a stress-free dining event while you relax and enjoy the food. Book your Dubai personal chef today for an unforgettable culinary experience in the City of Gold.
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With Michelin-starred restaurants from famed chefs such as Joël Robuchon and Daniel Boulud to affordable street food in the Last Exit Street Food Markt, the City of Gold has a world-class, international food scene that caters to every palate. Still, for a truly unique event for two or two hundred guests, private chefs in Dubai found on Cozymeal will come to your home or chosen venue to prepare five-star cuisine that is customized to your budget, dietary preferences and entertaining style for a seamless, stress-free dining experience.
Whether you’re planning a romantic evening in the Emirates Hills for your anniversary, organizing a gala in Downtown Dubai or celebrating a birthday in Al Barsha, private chefs found on Cozymeal handle every detail so you can savor the experience like a guest. From sourcing authentic spices and herbs from the Spice Souk to preparing each dish on-site and managing cleanup, every detail is carefully handled. Whether you're serving traditional Emirati dishes like machboos or shawarma sushi and creative fusion cuisine, you’ll enjoy a bespoke menu and professional service in the comfort of your home.
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Chef Fumiko
Seattle
Chef Fumiko was born in Japan and learned the art of sushi making at Tokyo Sushi Academy. She is also a certified sake sommelier and a graduate of the Sake Service Institute of Japan. Chef Fumiko creates healthy, Asian-style food and believes that anyone can cook amazing food if they are willing to learn. Boost your cooking skills and knowledge of Asian cuisine in Chef Fumiko's kitchen.
| 131 Reviews
Chef Landi
Philadelphia
Chef Landi began his foray into the restaurant industry over 20 years ago as a server in Italy, and quickly found himself working in the kitchen, learning the skills and techniques that have been foundational to his now successful culinary career. In 2001, Chef Landi moved to the U.S. and discovered a newfound passion for teaching. Now, he is both a chef at an Argentinian steakhouse and a lauded culinary instructor.
| 430 Reviews
Chef Li
Washington, D.C.
With a solid background in the culinary industry, Chef Li's cooking expertise has taken her around the world. While previously living in Singapore, Chef Li led private and corporate events as a culinary instructor. Now, back in the U.S., she looks forward to sharing her authentic, international cooking styles and techniques. Chef Li prides herself on her ability to make Chinese and Southeast Asian cuisine simple and fun to cook!
| 205 Reviews
Chef Dirk
Bay Area
Chef Dirk’s deep passion for food and global cuisine stems from his travels to more than 20 countries. Classically trained as a gourmet chef and hospitality manager in Germany, his native country, Chef Dirk has served celebrities and worked at five-star restaurants. His vast culinary, hospitality, and leadership experience, and enthusiastic personality make for deeply engaging, entertaining, and truly unforgettable classes.
| 187 Reviews
Chef Melissa
Boston
Chef Melissa uses cooking to bring food enthusiasts together, and to celebrate cultures and curiosities. After spending her youth in her home country of Taiwan, she worked as a food writer and spent dozens of years in Boston honing her craft alongside renowned chefs. Part story-teller, part educator, and part food and wine lover, Chef Melissa blends her Asian roots, her world travels and her love of food and culture to bring joy and inspiration to people everywhere.
| 168 Reviews
Chef Mert
Los Angeles
Chef Mert hails from a family of exceptional cooks who take pride in their Balkan and Mediterranean culinary cultures. He applied his natural talents while working at Michelin-starred Spago Beverly Hills. His experience preparing meals for A-list celebrities and food critics helped expand his enterprise as a private chef. In Chef Mert’s view, cuisine is an artform where passion and soul are as important as flavor and texture.
| 155 Reviews
Chef Iain
Los Angeles
After deciding to shift gears and leave the restaurant game, Chef Iain began a successful career as a personal chef in Manhattan Beach for over 15 years while simultaneously catering parties for clients and corporate events. He also became a private celebrity chef, and began providing services and catering on the sets of TV shows and movies. Chef Iain can also be found hosting a variety of fun and exciting culinary experiences!
| 184 Reviews
Chef Pao
Minneapolis
After graduating from Le Cordon Bleu in 2012, Chef Pao turned his focus to the beautiful and delicious preparation and presentation of sushi. Previously, he worked as a sushi chef at a restaurant in St. Paul where he perfected his sushi-making techniques. Now, Chef Pao runs his own catering business for events and gatherings, and teaches Asian cooking classes with a focus on skill and high-quality ingredients.
| 157 Reviews
Chef Randy
Indianapolis
Chef Randy's culinary talent has kept gourmet diners in Indianapolis delighted for over 10 years. She combines her Amish heritage with a background in fine dining to bring an elegant touch to Midwestern comfort food, her signature cuisine. With a love of simple dishes crafted with careful attention to detail, Chef Randy happily shares her passion for thoughtful food creation with aspiring cooks who are eager to learn.
| 104 Reviews
Chef Kelly
Denver
Chef Kelly is a culinary instructor and chef well-versed in many cuisines. Her most notable professional achievements include being part of the test kitchen team at one of the top gourmet food magazines in the country as well as becoming the managing lead chef instructor at the most successful recreational cooking school in New York City. Chef Kelly also has experience as a garde manager and is currently a freelance chef.
| 99 Reviews
Chef James
Bay Area
Chef James' true passion in life is cooking. There's almost nothing he loves more than throwing dinner parties and curating wonderful and creative dishes completely from scratch. He offers a variety of cooking and catering services, including cooking class parties, private dinners and catered events, and features Italian and Spanish-inspired dishes of the highest quality, using locally grown and artisan ingredients.
| 355 Reviews
Chef Shailini
Boston
Chef Shailini was born in Nepal, and with her father being a well-known diplomat, the family lived all over the world. A life long educator, Chef Shailini taught at both Boston University and Northeastern University earlier in her career, and while she enjoyed that a great deal, she is currently living her true passion at several well-known Boston institutions teaching people how to cook food that is both nutritious and delicious. Chef Shailini also does a great deal of volunteer work.
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How much does a private chef in Dubai cost?
The type of private chef experience you choose and the size of your group determine the cost of hiring a private chef for a dinner party. There is a tiered pricing structure to suit a range of budgets, with experiences starting at around 216 AED ($59) per person and exceeding 367 AED ($100) for Michelin-caliber menus, extra courses or wine pairings. Discounted children’s menus may be available upon request. Once you select your experience and enter your guest count, the total price, VAT included, will update automatically. Special requests or customizations may affect the final cost. Need help hiring a chef for dinner near you? The Cozymeal concierge team is ready to assist.
What is included when you hire a chef for the night?
Hiring a chef for the night transforms an ordinary evening into an unforgettable culinary event. You’ll receive a personalized, five-star dining experience crafted just for you and your guests. A gourmet multi-course feast is prepared right in your home or luxury rental, with every detail curated to your tastes and needs. From hand-selecting the finest ingredients sourced from Ripe Market or Waterfront Market to artful plating and seamless cleanup, your in-home chef handles everything, including specialty cookware like hibachi grills and pasta rollers. Hosting is effortless, and your space becomes a world-class restaurant for the night. You simply sit back, relax and savor the experience.
What are the most popular cuisines with private chef experiences?
In the City of Gold, the demand for specific cuisines is often dictated by the seasons and global culinary trends, but timeless favorites like handmade Italian pasta, Japanese sushi and luxury surf and turf menus remain consistently popular. Whether you're craving Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant’s traditional Emirati dishes, Manão’s refined Southeast Asian flavors or Brasserie Boulud’s Michelin-level French cuisine, your private chef experience is entirely customized to your entertaining style, tastes, budget and dietary needs. When you hire an in-home chef for a dinner party, you’re treated to a gourmet meal prepared on-site by a top-tier culinary professional, so your options are limitless. Contact the Cozymeal concierge team for assistance.
How do I hire a chef or rent a chef?
When you hire a private chef for a dinner party in The Pearl of the Persian Gulf, the process is as effortless as a sunset stroll along Jumeirah Beach. Simply explore the curated dining experiences on Cozymeal’s Private Chef tab and select your preferred date, time and group number to complete your booking. Once confirmed, your in-home chef will reach out to customize the menu and fine-tune every detail to match your vision. Whether you're planning an elegant rooftop soirée Downtown or an intimate dinner in Al Habtoor City, your experience will be personalized from start to finish. Need assistance hiring a chef near you? The Cozymeal concierge team is always on hand to help.
How much should I tip my private chef?
Dubai chefs on Cozymeal offer upfront, tiered pricing, so you know the full cost of renting a chef before confirming your experience — no surprises. While tipping is entirely optional and at your discretion, it’s a thoughtful way to show appreciation for outstanding service. Just like dining at top Dubai establishments such as Zuma or StreetXO, a gratuity is never required but always valued. If your in-home chef delights with expertly crafted dishes, such as grilled Omani lobster, wagyu beef, Persian saffron rice and a decadent date pudding, a tip of 10% to 25% is a generous way to recognize the artistry and care behind your luxury dining experience.
Where do the experiences take place?
From a luxury penthouse in Downtown Dubai to a private villa in Palm Jumeirah or a stylish holiday rental with Burj Khalifa views, Dubai chefs bring fine dining directly to your door. Your event can take place anywhere, provided the chef has access to a clean, fully equipped kitchen. When you hire chefs to cook at your home, every element is personalized, from a custom-crafted menu to exquisite plating, ensuring your celebration matches your vision and tastes. Whether it’s a relaxed evening with Middle Eastern mezze or a black-tie affair featuring Omani lobster and vintage wine pairings, your in-home chef takes care of it all for an unforgettable experience.
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