Chef Michael Tolkachev

Private Chef in Dubai

Brand Chef of Novikov International Worldwide - Dubai / Abu Dhabi / London / Miami / Beverly Hills / Porto Cervo / Bodrum / Istanbul / Muscat / Doha / Baku / Tashkent / Limassol.

Had been working with:

- Jordnaer / Denmark (3 Michelin star)

- Le Duck / France (Michelin star)

- The Ritz Carlton (ex - Executive Chef)

- FIVE Hotels & Resorts (ex - Executive Brand Chef, Michelin recommendation / Gault & Millau )

- La Baia Dubai / Frou Frou Dubai / Alba London (ex - Executive Chef)

Mediterranean / Italian / French cuisine with Scandinavian touch.

For me, cooking is...

...a conversation with God.

I learned to cook at...

...the kitchen of Le Duck French restaurant under direction of Michelin starred Chef Jerome Koustillas.

A cooking secret...

Kitchen is my life, there are no secrets. Just do what you love and you will be loved by people you do it for.

My menus

Scandinavian Touch

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Tuna tartlet/Yuzu mayo/Caviar

Mushroom Crostade / truffle / foie gras / morel

FIRST COURSE

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Forest set: wild mushroom consommé

Hamachi / truffle jelly

Hazelnut Brioche / butter

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Halibut / ponzu foam

Dover sole / mussels / stuffed morel

Lobster/orange/beurre blanc foam

DESSERT

All inclusive

Petit Fours: madeleines / pate de fruité / fresh fruits

STARTER

All inclusive

FIRST COURSE

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Oyster, Shallot Dressing, Tiger Milk Dressing, Lemon

Seafood Chowder, White Fish and Shrimps

MAIN COURSE

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Lobster Cake, Nordic Tar Tar Sauce

Panko Shrimps, Wasabi Mayo

Serf 'n' Terf-Fillet Mignon and Shrimps, Roasted Potato, Green Beans, Bernaise Sauce

Clams with Buttercream Sauce, Black Spaghetti and Chili

DESSERT

All inclusive

Warm Fresh Strawberries, Vanilla Ice Cream

STARTER

All inclusive

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Quinoa Salad with beetroot juice, hummus, fresh Veggies and Herbs

Veggie Bowl, Japanese Rice, Seasonal Vegetables, Tofu

Beetroot Carpaccio with Rocket Salad, Parmesan Shaves and walnuts

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Truffle Riso Pasta with Fried Tofu

Udon with Vegetables, teriyaki Glaze

DESSERT

All inclusive

Date cake

STARTER

All inclusive

Pomelo and white fish, pink pepper, orange, ginger

Oysters with toro salsa and garlic, lime

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Tuna and avocado, miso cream

Croquettes with ahi Amarillo aioli

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Shrimps with Tamarind glaze

DESSERT

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Chocolate Corn Flakes under Amarula Foam

Milk chocolate Miso Mousse

Italiano Viaggio

STARTER

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Bresaola tortellini with goat cheese and pepper-1

Pomelo and butter fish, pink pepper, orange, ginger-2

Assorted of Tomatoes and Basil and Fungi and Truffle Cream Bruschetta-3

FIRST COURSE

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Aroma Chicken Consommé with Duck Confit and Sautéed Vegetables-(Extra Cource-100aed)

Buratta with Heirloom Tomatoes, home Made Pesto and extra Virgin Olive Oil-1

Warm Ricotta & Potato Ravioli, Truffle Butter-3

Carciofo and leeks with Voila potato and Truffle sauce-2

MAIN COURSE

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Riso Pasta and Glazed Shrimps-2

Slow Cooked Petto di Pollo, Truffle Mushed Potato, baby Gem, Remoulade sauce, dried Tomatoes, Chicken Jus, Parmesan Chips-3

Filetto di Manzo, Asparagus Grilled, Demi Glaze Sauce, Sautéed with Trumpet and Morels-1

Smocked Tea Crusted Salmone, Celery root Puree & Port Essence-2

DESSERT

All inclusive

Pre-Dessert - Warm Strawberries with Balsamic ant Tulip Leaves -(Extra Course -100aed)

Chocolate Corn Flakes under Amarula Foam-1

Frutti with Zabaglione-2

Sweet and Sour Apple Snow, Granny Smith Confit-3

Seafood and Greens

STARTER

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Oyster with Bavariuos Deep-1

Oyster with Creme Fraiche and Caviar-(Extra Course-150aed)-2

Mussel with Tomato Custard-3

FIRST COURSE

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Tuna Tataki-mango-avocado salsa, coriander-2

Oyster/Horseradish and Dill

MAIN COURSE

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Mustard Crusted Scallop on Scallion Potato Risotto, Caramelized Pearl Onion and Chanterelles

Open Ravioli with Lobster, Sweet corn and Mushroom Fricassee, Corn Foam

Poultry/Truffle/Chicken Jus

DESSERT

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Sweet Coffee Sandwich, Sea salt Caramel Ice Cream-1

Ginger almond& pumpkin Nougatine, Banana Toffee, Bourbon Ice Cream-2

Almond Cake with Caramelized Banana, Mango Cubes & Caramel Whipping Cream-3

Sea

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Beef Tar Tar with Quail Egg and Potato Pies

Crab Meat with Apple Jelly, fresh Herbs and Granny Smith Puree

Tartlet/Shrimp/salmon roe

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Spring Roll with Spinach and Tofu Cheese

Hazelnut Brioche / butter

Consommé broth

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Crab/mussel/Tarragon

Halibut / ponzu foam

Dover sole / mussels / stuffed morel

DESSERT

All inclusive

Fruits with Zabaglione

Chocolate Corn Flakes under Amarula Foam

Lavender Bouillon/honey

L'espirit France

STARTER

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Truffle Egg with Chives and Truffle Oil in Egg Shell-1

Beef Tar Tar Tartlets-2

Fresh Scallop with Pickling Apple, Lime and fresh Herbs with Scallop shell-3

Cornet/Shrimp/Coctail/flowers

FIRST COURSE

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Caviar in The Cloud

Tuna Belly/sake Mayo/wasabi Flower

Scallop/Verbena/white currant

MAIN COURSE

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White Fillet with Spinach, Beurre Blanc-Mustard Sauce, Fresh Herbs-1

Sautéed Scallops in Coconut Curry Sauce Tapioka, Bok Choi and Shiitake.-3

Slow Cooked duck/raspberry

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Chocolate Pots De Creme, Espresso Granite, chocolates Florentine-1

Bittersweet Chocolate Mille-feuille with Crispy Phyllo and mint Anglaise-2

Pre-Dessert Yogurt Lemon Mousse, Crushed Raspberries, Almond Brittle ( Extra Course -100aed)

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Chef Michael's reviews

4.67

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40 services

What a completely wonderful experience. The food was fantastic and we felt very well look after. We would use Mika again. A huge thank you

Miko was a great chef. From the moment he arrived, you know you're in good hands. He took charge, didn't let us move a finger to help. From the various dishes he prepared, to the plating - everything was really really good. His knowledge for food was top, and he was really nice to talk to. Would definitely be calling him again, and would highly recommend him!

We had a great experience with Chef Micheal. The food was excellent and presentation was absolutely great. Extremely pleased and would definitely recommend him for special occasions or if you want to impress your guests!!

Amazing experience!

Mika is a great chef & knows how to prepare heavenly delicious dishes. Furthermore, he creates a whole experience; French music on the background, a beautiful explanation of what is being served & a creative way of presenting the food. Overall, I experienced a 5 star dinner at the comfort of our own home. I definitely recommend Mika if you want to get impressed.

Chef Mika was superb in the execution of the menu He provided a clear run through of the dish and it’s flavors Gave us and our guests a very memorable experience and I would certainly choose Chef Mika again

What a fantastic service! Chef Mika & Alex were incredibly professional, and made our evening really special. The menu was beautiful, the food was magical and one of the best Japanese fusion meals we have had in Dubai! Highly highly recommend Chef Mika and the Take A Chef experience. Just amazing.

MIchael is a star in any kitchen. He did his thing efficiently and kept us engaged in the food. Each meal had a different table setting and the food was fantastic. Would 100% recommend

Great food and presentation. Would definitely recommend to friends and family.

Enjoyed the evening a lot all dishes was perfect , recommend for everybody..... for sure this was not last time to take Michael as chef, hope many more dinners wil come

Michael is a real chef, amazing food and great friendly attitude. He made us have a great culinary experience, very happy with Michael whom I warmly recommend.