Private Chef Aruba

How Booking a Private Chef in Aruba Works

1. Tell us about your group. Send us your dates, number of guests, villa and the occasion by WhatsApp or through our contact form.
2. Get menus. We send you menus from chefs who are available on your date and a good fit for your group.
3. Choose your menu. Pick your courses and tell us about allergies, vegetarian guests or other dietary needs, so the chef can plan ahead.
4. We confirm everything. You receive the booking details and invoice, and we confirm the timing with the chef.
5. Enjoy the meal. On the day, the chef arrives with the ingredients, prepares the meal in your villa, serves it and handles the cleanup.

Private Chef Ideas for Every Kind of Group

Bachelorette parties. A chef-cooked dinner at the villa is the perfect start to a big night out, and a brunch the next morning is even better. See how we plan the whole trip on our Aruba bachelorette party planning page.

Birthday trips. Celebrate with a birthday dinner at your villa, add a birthday cake and table decoration, and let the chef handle the rest. More ideas: Aruba birthday ideas for groups.

Bachelor parties. A BBQ chef grilling steaks and seafood by the pool is an easy win. See our Aruba bachelor party planning page.

Families and reunions. Family-style dinners with something for every age, without getting everyone ready for a restaurant. See our tips on organizing an Aruba family reunion.

Retreats and corporate groups. Group dinners, paella nights and catering for larger events. Read Aruba corporate retreat planning and how to choose Aruba caterers for your group.

Aruba Villa or Airbnb With a Private Chef

Looking for an Aruba villa, house rental or Airbnb with a chef? Many vacation rentals don’t include a chef, but you can add one to almost any villa, house or Airbnb with a kitchen or a grill. Tell us where you’re staying and which nights you’d like a chef, and we’ll arrange one dinner, a brunch or several meals during your stay.

Still looking for a place to stay? Browse our Aruba villas with a private pool and add a private chef to your booking, together with villa pre-stocking before you arrive.

Menus, Allergies and Dietary Needs

Every menu can be adjusted. Let us know about food allergies, gluten-free or vegetarian guests, kids’ preferences or anything your group doesn’t eat when you book, so the chef can plan the menu and the shopping in advance. Read more in Can Aruba chefs accommodate allergies safely?

Private Chef or Restaurant in Aruba?

Aruba has great restaurants, and we’re happy to book them for you too (see our best Aruba restaurants). But for groups, a private chef at the villa is often the easier choice:

• No need to find a restaurant table for a big group or arrange transportation for everyone
• Everyone eats together, on your schedule, in your own space
• Music, games and dressing up are all up to you
• Menus are planned around your group’s tastes and dietary needs
• No long bill to split at the end of the night

Many groups mix both: a private chef dinner on arrival night or for the big celebration, and restaurants on other nights.

What to Ask Before You Book

• What’s included: ingredients, serving and cleanup?
• Is there a minimum number of guests for the menu you like?
• Does your villa kitchen or grill have what the chef needs?
• Would you like drinks with dinner? Add a private bartender.
• Do you want the table decorated, or a cake for a birthday?

Private Chef Aruba FAQ

How much does a private chef in Aruba cost?

Each chef has their own prices, depending on the menu. A private chef dinner starts at $80 per person, plus a one-time chef fee. Send us your date and group size and we’ll send you menus with prices.

Can you hire a chef at a villa in Aruba?

Yes. The chef cooks in your villa or vacation rental kitchen, or at the grill for a BBQ. Read more in Can you hire a chef at a villa in Aruba?

Does the chef bring the groceries?

Yes. The chef shops for the ingredients for your menu, arrives with everything needed, and handles the cleanup after the meal. If you also want your villa stocked before you arrive, see our villa pre-stocking service.

How far in advance should we book a private chef?

As early as you can, especially for holidays and the busy winter season. Once your dates are set, message us and we’ll check which chefs are available.

Can a private chef cook for allergies or vegetarians?

Yes. Tell us about any allergies or dietary needs when you book, and the chef will plan the menu around them.

Can a private chef cook for a large group?

Yes. We arrange chefs for small groups as well as large ones. Paella, BBQ and grazing tables work especially well for bigger groups, and we can arrange event catering for larger events.

Can we book a private chef dinner on the beach?

Yes. Our private beach dinner includes a chef-cooked dinner served at a private setup on the beach.