Malaga and Marbella Private Chef
Savouring the Mediterranean: Hiring a Private Chef in Malaga and Marbella
The shimmering Mediterranean coastline of southern Spain has long been a magnet for those seeking sun, sea, and sumptuous cuisine.
Picture this: a private chef, skilled in the art of Andalusian gastronomy, in your Marbella holiday villa or Malaga vacation apartment.
He or she will create a memorable experience for you, your family or your friends with the freshest market ingredients, and the region’s famed sherries and ports.
Throughout the event, you will gather valuable knowledge of Andalusia’s gastronomy and viniculture, and, if you wish, learn some culinary skills to take home with you.
Have we woken your appetite? Book a private chef in Malaga or Marbella with Iberian Escapes Concierge Services.
Our chefs will introduce the world of Andalusian cuisine in the comfort of your holiday villa or flat on the Costa del Sol.
We can happily report that we have tried, tested and of course tasted each of the experiences they offer, in order to make your culinary journey in Andalusia one of the highlights of our holiday!
What is Andalusian cuisine?
While the private chefs offered by Iberian Escapes Concierge services are adept at creating all types of cuisines and culinary flavours, we strongly suggest savouring local gastronomy while on your Costa del Sol holiday.
But what is it exactly? Here’s a quick guide..
Southern Spanish cuisine is hugely varied, has roots in the region’s Moorish past, and has developed in unison with its climate, culture and landscape.
Tapas was invented in Andalusia. Originally a free snack to give to weary travellers stopping off at historic inns, tapas has become a culinary culture within itself, from classic small plates such as patatas bravas and deep-fried whitebait to beautifully presented ‘small plates’ that draw from the latest gastronomic trends.
The chilled tomato soup gazpacho, and its thicker, more substantial cousin salmorejo, were invented to use up surplus crops at the height of summer and cool down body temperatures in the heat of the afternoon.
Then of course there is the seafood, sourced straight from the ports of Malaga and Cádiz. The sheer variety of fresh fish and seafood found in Andalusia is staggering, and are the main ingredients of the region’s most beloved meals such as paella, chargrilled sardines, deep-fried baby octopus and salt-baked hake.
Southern Spanish wines and sherries
No at-home culinary experience in Malaga and Marbella would be complete without the perfect wine and sherry pairing. Your private chef will curate a selection that complements your meal flawlessly.
The experience will begin with a small glass of cold fino, the famous dry sherry produced in the Jerez region of Andalusia. Following local tradition, it will be accompanied by a plate of succulent jamόn serrano and a bowl of olives.
Once the meal starts, you may be steered to Spain’s more well-known wine regions such as La Rioja or Ribero del Duero, and then finish with a sweet Moscatel dessert wine produced in Malaga.
How to book a private chef in Malaga or Marbella:
- Contact us, and tell us what you have in mind. From a romantic meal for two to an al fresco banquet for 100, no request is too big or small.
- From here, we will contact the personal chef or catering service that best suits your needs and budget.
- If necessary, the chef may contact you directly to discuss the menu and any special dietary requirements.
- If not, remember they take care of EVERYTHING, from shopping to prep, cooking to cleaning up. All you need to do is sit back and enjoy!
Everyday meals for unique tastes
While in the rest of Spain, it’s getting easier to find restaurants and caterers that adhere to vegan and vegetarian diets and special requirements, in Andalusia, with its strong emphasis on tradition, it can be more of a challenge.
We can arrange to have fresh, healthy meals delivered to the door of your holiday rental daily. This service is a godsend for families and particularly those who have unique dietary needs.
The meals arrive prepared and in their own container for easy chilling and heating. Fresh salads, tasty wraps for lunch and baked fish are just some of the options, and of course, all requirements such as vegan and gluten-free are catered to. You will even be advised on how many calories each meal has!
Our meal delivery service is hugely popular with those who want to take a break from the kitchen while on holiday.
Contact Iberian Escapes Concierge Services for more details.
At-home cooking classes
Of course, maybe you dream of spending time in the kitchen while on holiday, leisurely experimenting with local ingredients and flavours over a glass of wine.
For those who want to take a piece of Andalusia home with them, many of our private chefs in Malaga and Marbella offer cooking classes in the privacy of your holiday villa or apartment.
You can learn the secrets of the perfect Spanish omelette, why the burnt ‘crust’ of paella is considered the best part, and how to gut a sardine and create an authentic brava sauce (hint, no ketchup).
This unique gastronomic experience is an opportunity to not only savour the cuisine but also to recreate it in your own kitchen, keeping the memories of your trip alive long after you've returned home.
Picnics onboard your yacht
Are you heading out into the Mediterranean on a yacht charter in Marbella with friends and family?
Elevate the experience with an onboard picnic made of local, organic ingredients.
Our onboard chefs run a renowned restaurant in Marbella that excels in delicious dishes lovingly made from produce they grow on their own organic farm!
For your yacht charter in Marbella, they will organise a tasty feast that you can enjoy onboard. Signature dishes include carpaccios, croquetas and imaginative salads made with seasonal vegetables and fresh herbs.
Are you hungry yet? Contact Iberian Escapes Concierge Services and we will be happy to discuss your private chef and catering needs in Malaga and Marbella!
Iberian Escapes and Algarve Lifestyle are the registered brand names of APCS Lda and Travel Iberica Ltd. We are a fully authorised travel agency licensed by Turismo de Portugal RNAVT/6867.
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