Enjoy the rich flavors and comforting charm of Italy without leaving New York City with this Italian Creations private chef dining experience. A talented chef will prepare a multi-course menu inspired by regional Italian cuisine, featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients and time-honored cooking techniques. From handmade pasta to perfectly seasoned meats and vibrant vegetable dishes, each course is designed to capture the heart of Italian dining—simple, flavorful, and meant to be savored.
Perfect for special occasions or a memorable night in, this New York City private chef experience transforms a home kitchen into an authentic Italian trattoria. Guests can sit back and relax while the chef handles every detail, from preparation to presentation, creating an intimate and elevated dining atmosphere. It’s a culinary journey through Italy’s beloved flavors, served right at the table.
Menu Options *Subject to change
First Course (Choose 1 per Group)
Kale Caesar Salad
With homemade croûtons and Parmesan
Fig and Prosciutto Salad
With arugula, goat cheese, pistachios and honey vinaigrette
Fritto Misto
With seasonal vegetables and lemon-garlic aioli
Italian Meatballs
With ground beef or pork, ricotta cheese and Marinara sauce
Zuppa Toscana Soup
With Italian sausage, potatoes, kale and cream
Main Course (Choose 1)
Shrimp Scampi
With wine, garlic, butter, lemon orzo and broccolini
Pan-Seared Scallops Over Risotto Alla Milanese
With chicken stock, saffron, white wine and Parmigiano-Reggiano
Braised Chicken all'Arrabbiata
With tomato stew, peppers and creamy polenta
Beef Osso Buco
With garlic, herbs, onion, carrots, wine, citrus and creamy polenta
Slow Duck Ragù Pappardelle Pasta
With thyme, rosemary, red wine and tomatoes
Frutti di Mare
With handmade bucatini, scallops, shrimp, mussels and arrabbiata sauce
Wild Mushroom Risotto
With white wine, mushroom stock, cream, butter, shallots and thyme
Dessert (Choose 1)
Molten Chocolate Hazelnut Cake
With mascarpone whipped cream and berries
Salted Caramel Budino
With vanilla Chantilly cream and candied nuts
Olive Oil Cake
With whipped cream, lemon and seasonal fruit
Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta
With seasonal fruit compote
Enjoy the rich flavors and comforting charm of Italy without leaving New York City with this Italian Creations private chef dining experience. A talented chef will prepare a multi-course menu inspired by regional Italian cuisine, featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients and time-honored cooking techniques. From handmade pasta to perfectly seasoned meats and vibrant vegetable dishes, each course is designed to capture the heart of Italian dining—simple, flavorful, and meant to be savored.
Perfect for special occasions or a memorable night in, this New York City private chef experience transforms a home kitchen into an authentic Italian trattoria. Guests can sit back and relax while the chef handles every detail, from preparation to presentation, creating an intimate and elevated dining atmosphere. It’s a culinary journey through Italy’s beloved flavors, served right at the table.
Menu Options *Subject to change
First Course (Choose 1 per Group)
Kale Caesar Salad
With homemade croûtons and Parmesan
Fig and Prosciutto Salad
With arugula, goat cheese, pistachios and honey vinaigrette
Fritto Misto
With seasonal vegetables and lemon-garlic aioli
Italian Meatballs
With ground beef or pork, ricotta cheese and Marinara sauce
Zuppa Toscana Soup
With Italian sausage, potatoes, kale and cream
Main Course (Choose 1)
Shrimp Scampi
With wine, garlic, butter, lemon orzo and broccolini
Pan-Seared Scallops Over Risotto Alla Milanese
With chicken stock, saffron, white wine and Parmigiano-Reggiano
Braised Chicken all'Arrabbiata
With tomato stew, peppers and creamy polenta
Beef Osso Buco
With garlic, herbs, onion, carrots, wine, citrus and creamy polenta
Slow Duck Ragù Pappardelle Pasta
With thyme, rosemary, red wine and tomatoes
Frutti di Mare
With handmade bucatini, scallops, shrimp, mussels and arrabbiata sauce
Wild Mushroom Risotto
With white wine, mushroom stock, cream, butter, shallots and thyme
Dessert (Choose 1)
Molten Chocolate Hazelnut Cake
With mascarpone whipped cream and berries
Salted Caramel Budino
With vanilla Chantilly cream and candied nuts
Olive Oil Cake
With whipped cream, lemon and seasonal fruit
Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta
With seasonal fruit compote
Any restrictions to participate?
- Age: All age groups are welcome
- Experience level: All levels are welcome
Who can you accommodate for?
- Children: All participants must pay to participate, children included
- Individuals with disabilities: This is a seated dining experience hosted in your home and can generally accommodate most accessibility needs.
- Dietary restrictions: Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event, including vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
What to expect on the day of the experience?
- Duration: Approximately 3 hours
- What’s included: The chef will bring all ingredients to your home, prepare and cook the full menu in your kitchen, serve each course, and handle all clean-up.
- Who will be present: A professional chef will be in your home for the duration of the experience, preparing and serving a private multi-course meal for your group of 2–15 guests.
- Spectators: No additional spectators are allowed; everyone present must be part of the booked experience
- Photo/ video: Guests are welcome to take their own photos and videos throughout the experience
How to prepare?
- Weather dependency: This is an indoor, in-home experience and runs regardless of weather
- Arrival: The chef will arrive at your home at the scheduled time. Please ensure kitchen space is available for cooking.
- Parking: Provide parking details or instructions for the chef prior to the event.
- What to bring: Optional wine or beer (BYOB) to enjoy with your meal
- Restrooms: Chefs will need access to the home's restroom facilities
Anything else I should know before going on this experience?
- Travel fees are uncommon, but some chefs may charge based on the distance traveled or the size of the group
- The cost includes service, so tips are not required; however, they’re always a thoughtful gesture and can be added after the event when leaving a review
Any restrictions to participate?
- Age: All age groups are welcome
- Experience level: All levels are welcome
Who can you accommodate for?
- Children: All participants must pay to participate, children included
- Individuals with disabilities: This is a seated dining experience hosted in your home and can generally accommodate most accessibility needs.
- Dietary restrictions: Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event, including vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
What to expect on the day of the experience?
- Duration: Approximately 3 hours
- What’s included: The chef will bring all ingredients to your home, prepare and cook the full menu in your kitchen, serve each course, and handle all clean-up.
- Who will be present: A professional chef will be in your home for the duration of the experience, preparing and serving a private multi-course meal for your group of 2–15 guests.
- Spectators: No additional spectators are allowed; everyone present must be part of the booked experience
- Photo/ video: Guests are welcome to take their own photos and videos throughout the experience
How to prepare?
- Weather dependency: This is an indoor, in-home experience and runs regardless of weather
- Arrival: The chef will arrive at your home at the scheduled time. Please ensure kitchen space is available for cooking.
- Parking: Provide parking details or instructions for the chef prior to the event.
- What to bring: Optional wine or beer (BYOB) to enjoy with your meal
- Restrooms: Chefs will need access to the home's restroom facilities
Anything else I should know before going on this experience?
- Travel fees are uncommon, but some chefs may charge based on the distance traveled or the size of the group
- The cost includes service, so tips are not required; however, they’re always a thoughtful gesture and can be added after the event when leaving a review
Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 15 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.
If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.
No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 48 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 48 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.
Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 15 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.
If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.
No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 48 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 48 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.
