Private Chefs in Vancouver
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If you’re hoping to enjoy a true taste of The V without having to leave the comfort of your home or vacation rental, then why not hire private chefs in Vancouver? Whether you’re in Gastown, Yaletown or Granville Island, there are plenty of Vancouver chefs nearby just waiting to bring your dinner dreams to life. Each has more than a decade’s experience of preparing restaurant-quality meals inspired by foodie cultures around the world. This means that whether you’re in the mood for a taste of Vancouver’s renowned seafood, an authentic Italian feast or flavors from your favorite French bistro, it’s all possible. The best part? Your chef will handle everything, from grocery shopping to the dreaded clean-up afterwards. Sounds good? Then don’t hesitate to book private chef experiences in Vancouver!
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There’s hardly a shortage of restaurants for discerning foodies to choose from in Vancouver. But after a day spent exploring the city, wouldn’t it be nice to leave those comfy trousers on and enjoy a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your home or vacation rental? If that sounds like your idea of dining delight, then that’s precisely what private chefs in Vancouver are for.
Each promises to take the hassle out of your dream dining experience. No need to dress up and no need to book a table. All you’ll really have to do when the time comes is answer the door! When they arrive, your chef will get to work preparing a cuisine of your choosing, be it a selection of Vancouver’s renowned seafood, a hearty French feast or a taste of your favorite Tuscan trattoria. From grocery shopping and cooking to the clean-up at the end of the night, your chef will take care of absolutely everything for you. No need to spend the evening dashing to and from the kitchen! Just sit back, relax and focus on what’s truly important: quality time with your favorite foodies.
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Chef Luana
Los Angeles
Born and raised in Italy, Chef Luana inherited a culinary passion from her grandmother. She has enjoyed entrepreneurial success at a beachside restaurant in Italy mainly due to her mastery with the pizza oven, as she is one of Italy’s few professional female pizza makers working with a wood burning oven. Chef Luana's old world recipes and techniques find new life in her classes with quality ingredients and genuine flavors.
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Chef Aaron
Austin
Previously a chemical engineer, Chef Aaron left his job to purse his true passion and enrolled in culinary school. He graduated from Le Cordon Bleu, is now teaching at a culinary school and works as a private chef with his own company. Chef Aaron's hospitality is unmatched as he offers classes out of his home, showcasing fresh herbs, seasonal fruit, and pastured eggs gathered from his 1,000-square-foot garden and greenhouse.
| 218 Reviews
Chef Tiffany
Washington, D.C.
Chef Tiffany, who was born and raised in Maryland, grew up with deep Southern influences from her mother. She graduated from Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte, North Carolina, has taught extensively in schools and has a passion for spreading the knowledge of the culinary world to cooks of all levels.
| 147 Reviews
Chef Made Master
Washington, D.C.
Chef Made Master is a renowned sushi chef known for creating stunningly beautiful and flavorful plates of sushi. He has gained experience in a number of sushi restaurants across the country, beginning as a sushi helper and working his way up to his currently coveted role of head sushi chef. His calming, yet energetic demeanor makes him an outstanding host to a number of memorable cooking classes and culinary experiences.
| 145 Reviews
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 Pierre C.
Los Angeles
Chef Pierre was born in France and spent 12 years studying cooking there as well as one year studying in Italy. He has worked with some of the top chefs in the world, including Chef Alain Ducasse. Chef Pierre is an expert with all types of fish and meat, and can also make great sauces and desserts. He has been a chef instructor and executive chef for many years, and has even cooked for four United States presidents. Chef Pierre's style of teaching is from the heart.
| 116 Reviews
Chef Chris
Atlanta
After discovering his passion for cooking as an Italian language instructor at UC Berkeley, Chef Chris went on to be the co-founder of a culinary event business, specializing in regional Italian cooking, and then worked as a chef teaching cooking classes for corporate groups, cultivating a 5-star rating. Chef Chris now works with a company providing walking food tours of Little Italy as well as teaching his lauded cooking classes.
| 499 Reviews
Chef Ivan
NYC
Chef Ivan’s zeal for cooking began at a very young age, leading him to attend culinary school at the ripe age of just 14. The Italian chef, who has cooked all over Europe, now lives in New York where he runs a catering company and volunteers teaching children kitchen skills. Chef Ivan focuses on Italian, French and sushi courses, and is excited to educate guests on new techniques.
| 373 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 Catalina
Sacramento
Born and raised in San Francisco, Chef Catalina attended college for cultural anthropology where she first worked in catering and discovered her passion for food. After school, she continued to follow this passion and hone her craft in the kitchen. With expansive experience in the industry from serving as lead cook and managing catering to managing special events and working as a cheese monger, Chef Catalina now enjoys instructing group cooking classes.
| 299 Reviews
Chef Zach
Austin
Chef Zach, a culinary extraordinaire, is an applauded chef and enthusiastic culinary instructor who is always striving to create new and fun culinary experiences for his guests. Chef Zach’s dynamic instructional skills paired with his ability to shape and form comprehensive cooking classes leaves guests and students empowered and teeming with the confidence to create outstanding meals in their very own kitchens.
| 193 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
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How much does a private chef in Vancouver cost?
The cost of hiring a private chef for a dinner party depends on your group size and culinary experience. Prices typically start at $59 per person and can exceed $100, with a discounted children’s menu available. When you enter your guest count during the booking process, the cost will automatically adjust. Local sales tax is included in the price. Any changes to the menu, group size, or special requests may affect the final cost. If you need any help or have questions while booking your in-home chef for a dinner party, our friendly concierge team is available to assist you every step of the way.
What is included when you hire a chef for the night?
When you hire a chef for the night, you’re in for a truly exceptional culinary experience. Your personal chef will take care of everything, from purchasing the finest local ingredients at Granville Island Public Market to cleaning up afterward. Each dish is expertly prepared right in your kitchen, carefully plated, and thoughtfully served. If your menu requires special equipment, like a hibachi grill, your chef will take care of that, too. Whether you’re celebrating a promotion at work or hosting a Jack and Jill baby shower, when you hire a chef for dinner, you should expect gourmet food and top-notch service.
What are the most popular cuisines with private chef experiences?
The city’s dynamic food scene, with everything from casual food trucks to Michelin-starred restaurants, attracts some of the best chefs in the Pacific Northwest. Your in-home chef will bring that same level of expertise to your meal, crafting a bespoke menu that highlights the city’s local ingredients. From classic dishes like Northern Italian pasta and Japanese sushi to Vancouver’s cutting-edge fusion cuisine – think Italian-Japanese mashups – your private chef will create a culinary masterpiece tailored to your tastes. With impeccable service, beautiful plating, and a meal you won't forget, your private chef experience will be nothing short of extraordinary.
How do I hire a chef or rent a chef?
It’s easier to hire a chef in Vancouver than to pick which food truck line to stand in at night. Simply pick one of the curated culinary experiences listed on this page, select a date and time, and then enter your group size. As soon as your reservation is confirmed, your in-home chef will reach out to discuss the menu and other delicious details. If you need help with securing a date or have any questions, our friendly concierge team will happily help you rent a chef near you.
How much should I tip my private chef?
When you hire a private chef for a dinner party, tipping is entirely optional and up to you. However, if your chef wows you with flawless service, artistic presentation, and delicious dishes, like smoky candied salmon, creamy butternut squash risotto, and a decadent Pacific Northwest berry tart, in that case, we suggest leaving a gratuity of 10% to 25% of the total cost to show your appreciation.
Where do the experiences take place?
When you hire chefs to cook at your home, your culinary experience can unfold in any neighbourhood, from a modern loft Downtown to an oceanfront home in the West End. As long as your private chef has access to a clean and fully equipped kitchen, they’ll craft Vancouver’s finest dishes right where you are. Whether you're serving fresh West Coast oysters on a patio overlooking False Creek or savoring B.C. hand-rolls and sashimi in Yaletown, booking an in-home chef for your dinner lets you experience the very best of Vancouver’s food scene from the comfort of your place.
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