Private Chef
Private chefs in Las Terrenas and Samaná
A private chef cooks in your villa or rental so the whole group eats well without leaving the house: a dinner for a celebration, a brunch after the first swim, a BBQ, or a chef who comes every day of your stay. Many also teach cooking classes built around Dominican dishes and the fresh fish of Samaná Bay. Each chef on Exploras lists their services with the price, what it covers (per person, per group or per day), the minimum number of guests and whether the groceries are included. Every chef is an independent local business you message directly on WhatsApp, with no booking fees.
What does a private chef in Las Terrenas do?
They plan a menu with you, shop for the ingredients, cook in your villa’s kitchen, serve and clean up. Most offer dinners, breakfast or brunch, BBQs and cooking classes; some cook every day of your stay or cater a party.
Are the groceries included in the price?
It depends on the chef and the service, and each line on a chef’s menu says which: groceries included, or groceries charged on top at what they cost. Seafood prices change with the catch, so ask the chef to confirm the menu and the total before the day.
How much notice does a private chef need?
A day or two is usually enough for a dinner. For a party, a holiday week or a chef every day of your stay, ask a week or more ahead. Mention any allergies or diets in your first message.
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