Nicola's haute cuisine culinary journeys

Owner of a Michelin-starred restaurant for 32 years, until 2025. I have cooked for VIPs and for companies such as Estée Lauder and Nike during three Olympic Games. I appear on TV shows.
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Chef in Lombardy
Provided at your home

Land menu

The tasting retraces the historical dishes of the culinary tradition of Northern Italy, following the original structure proposed for years in the historic restaurant 'l Birichin. The journey opens with a selection of initial appetizers and continues with 4 main courses. A combination of wines selected from the rich cellar can be integrated to complete the gastronomic journey.
$498 NZD $498 NZD, per guest

Full Tasting

The meal is based on preparations inspired by the gastronomic tradition of Northern Italy and retraces a menu created in 1993 and offered for 32 years in the historic restaurant 'l Birichin. The itinerary includes a sequence of delicacies at the opening, followed by 4 main dishes that enhance seasonal ingredients and classic techniques of regional cuisine. Includes a tasting of 2 selected Piedmontese wines, with attention to consistency between courses and pairings.
$537 NZD $537 NZD, per guest

Gourmet lunch or dinner

This gastronomic journey unfolds through a series of courses designed to explore the Italian culinary tradition in a contemporary key. The proposal includes multiple tastings, divided into 2 appetizers, 2 first courses, 1 second course, and 2 desserts. The menu was created in 2014 and is structured as a progressive itinerary, dedicated to the search for balance between taste, technique, raw ingredients and the chef's personal interpretation.
$696 NZD $696 NZD, per guest
You can message Chef Batavia to customise or make changes.

My qualifications

40 years of experience
Catering and culinary consultancy services in Italy and abroad (Dubai, Saint-Tropez, etc.)
Career highlight
I've worked in high-end kitchens and opened a Michelin-starred restaurant: 'l Birichin and The Egg.
Education and training
I earned my hotel management diploma in Turin, and I've taught master classes and hosted TV shows.
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

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 2 and up can attend, up to 10 guests total.

Accessibility

Message your host for details. Learn more

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 3 days before the start time for a full refund.
$498 NZD From $498 NZD, per guest
Free cancellation

Chefs on Airbnb are vetted for quality

Chefs are evaluated for their professional experience, portfolio of creative menus and reputation for excellence. Learn more
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Nicola's haute cuisine culinary journeys

Owner of a Michelin-starred restaurant for 32 years, until 2025. I have cooked for VIPs and for companies such as Estée Lauder and Nike during three Olympic Games. I appear on TV shows.
Automatically translated
Chef in Lombardy
Provided at your home
$498 NZD From $498 NZD, per guest
Free cancellation

Land menu

The tasting retraces the historical dishes of the culinary tradition of Northern Italy, following the original structure proposed for years in the historic restaurant 'l Birichin. The journey opens with a selection of initial appetizers and continues with 4 main courses. A combination of wines selected from the rich cellar can be integrated to complete the gastronomic journey.
$498 NZD $498 NZD, per guest

Full Tasting

The meal is based on preparations inspired by the gastronomic tradition of Northern Italy and retraces a menu created in 1993 and offered for 32 years in the historic restaurant 'l Birichin. The itinerary includes a sequence of delicacies at the opening, followed by 4 main dishes that enhance seasonal ingredients and classic techniques of regional cuisine. Includes a tasting of 2 selected Piedmontese wines, with attention to consistency between courses and pairings.
$537 NZD $537 NZD, per guest

Gourmet lunch or dinner

This gastronomic journey unfolds through a series of courses designed to explore the Italian culinary tradition in a contemporary key. The proposal includes multiple tastings, divided into 2 appetizers, 2 first courses, 1 second course, and 2 desserts. The menu was created in 2014 and is structured as a progressive itinerary, dedicated to the search for balance between taste, technique, raw ingredients and the chef's personal interpretation.
$696 NZD $696 NZD, per guest
You can message Chef Batavia to customise or make changes.

My qualifications

40 years of experience
Catering and culinary consultancy services in Italy and abroad (Dubai, Saint-Tropez, etc.)
Career highlight
I've worked in high-end kitchens and opened a Michelin-starred restaurant: 'l Birichin and The Egg.
Education and training
I earned my hotel management diploma in Turin, and I've taught master classes and hosted TV shows.
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

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 2 and up can attend, up to 10 guests total.

Accessibility

Message your host for details. Learn more

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 3 days before the start time for a full refund.

Chefs on Airbnb are vetted for quality

Chefs are evaluated for their professional experience, portfolio of creative menus and reputation for excellence. Learn more
See an issue?