Personal chef Salvatore

My culinary creations reflect my travel and work experiences in the best restaurants in Italy

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Chef in Sicily

Provided at your home

Street food with a sea view

A convivial aperitif with a selection of street food Crispy, Light Panelle (Chickpea Fritters) Mint-infused potato croquettes Soft sfincionelli pasta with tomato, onion, and oregano Mini arancini in various flavors: classic with meat sauce, butter, and pistachio Vegetable stigghiola (revised version for all palates) Bread with spleen (optional, for those who want to try Italy's most iconic street food) Sicilian-style eggplant rolls Seasoned olives, caponata, and local cheeses

$99 NZD $99 NZD, per guest

Minimum $404 NZD to book

Sicilian Cooking Class & Lunch

An immersive experience exploring the secrets of Sicilian cuisine, perfect for those who want to get their hands dirty. Includes: Cooking class featuring 2 traditional recipes Final tasting of the prepared dishes Wine, water, and a digital recipe book

$99 NZD $99 NZD, per guest

Minimum $404 NZD to book

Mediterranean Lunch with the Chef

A full lunch, prepared and presented by me, featuring dishes inspired by my contemporary cuisine. Includes: Welcome entrée Creative appetizer First gourmet experience Main course with side dish Artisanal dessert Wine pairings A brief story of the dishes

$160 NZD $160 NZD, per guest

Minimum $647 NZD to book

Chef at Your Home

A private and exclusive experience: I will arrive with my team to transform your home into a Michelin-starred restaurant. Includes: Custom 4- or 5-course menu Selected wines for pairing Elegant mise en place Comprehensive home service

$241 NZD $241 NZD, per guest

Minimum $1,008 NZD to book

Custom menu

You can ask this chef to create a meal around your preferences.

Pricing upon request

5.0 out of 5 stars, from 6 reviews

, April 2026

We had the absolute pleasure of celebrating my birthday in Sicily with Chef Salvatore and his team, and it was truly unforgettable. From start to finish, everything was flawless. Chef Salvatore arrived with four team members, all of whom were incredibly friendly, professional, and efficient. They worked seamlessly together and created such a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for the evening. The menu was perfectly curated — every dish was delicious, beautifully presented, and thoughtfully prepared. You could really tell the level of care and expertise that went into the entire experience. Communication throughout the booking process was also excellent — clear, responsive, and easy, which made everything stress-free. If you’re looking for a special, high-quality private dining experience, I can’t recommend Chef Salvatore and his team enough. Thank you again for making my birthday so memorable!

Alisa

Brussels, Belgium

, March 2026

Our family with 2 teenaged daughters had an incredible time and enjoyed the hands on experience as well as the incredibly yummy food! Chef Salvatore and his friends were charming, informative and so lovely! Our meal was personalized to our needs and we had a great selection of street foods, an incredibly fresh salad and we finished with cannolo that will haunt my dreams for a long time to come! We’ve been enjoying cannolo often during our Sicilian adventure but have never had something as good as Chef Salvatore’s delicious freshly made dessert today! Thank you for your flexibility and this amazing experience. We all highly recommend to anyone visiting the area!

Madhavi

Burlington, Canada

, February 2026

Salvatore was incredible! He's so personable, engaging, and really has a love for the local foods. Our class involved both adults and children, and Salvatore kept the whole crew entertained and at ease as we cooked. The homemade pasta and cannolis were delicious. Salvatore even brought along unexpected extras from his restaurant like wine, traditional pizza, breads, tomatos, and appetizers. I would strongly recommend this experience for anybody looking for a local taste of Palermo!!

Edward

Chicago, IL

My qualifications

20 years of experience

MEC Restaurant 1*, Grand hotel Villa Igea 5*, La Capinera 1*, Bye bye Blues 1*

Education and training

I studied cooking at Boscolo Etoile in Sottomarina, Venice

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My specialties

I’ll come to you

I travel to guests in the area outlined on the map. To book in a different location, you can message me.

Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests ages 18 and up can attend.

Accessibility

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Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.

$99 NZD From $99 NZD, per guest

Minimum $404 NZD to book

Free cancellation

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