Chef Eric Brajkovic

Private Chef in Punta Križa

Hi, I’m Eric.

I’m a professional chef with over 10 years of experience. Being half Italian, I’ve lived and worked in Italy, as well as in several renowned ski resorts. I’ve also run my own street food business, an experience that sharpened my creativity and reinforced my focus on flavor, quality, and cooking directly for people.

My cuisine is inspired by Mediterranean and Italian traditions. I always strive to connect with local producers and work with the freshest ingredients, so every menu becomes a unique and memorable dining experience for you and your guests.

I truly enjoy what I do, and that passion is reflected in every dish I serve.

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is about tradition, passion, and sharing good ingredients. I make simple, honest dishes that bring people together and create memories

I learned to cook at...

I learned to cook through years of experience, working in Croatia,Italy, ski resorts, and my own street food business alongside talented chefs.

A cooking secret...

My secret? A pinch of creativity, a dash of patience, and the finest local ingredients make every meal unforgettable.

My menus

Local Basic

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Black cuttlefish risotto

Homemade tagliatelle with mushroom sauce

Risotto with gamberi

MAIN COURSE

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Gilthead fillet with kale cream

Pork tenderloin in mushroom sauce with potato purea

Seabss fillet with wok wegetables

DESSERT

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Panacotta with olive oil,lemon gel,dehidrated olive

Yogurt pannacotta with roasted peach

Lemon tiramisu

Classic tiramisu

Surprise Basic

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Beef tartar

Tuna tartar

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Risotto with mushroom

Risotto milanese with saffron

Gnocchi with dried tomato and beef

Risotto with gamberi

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Pork tenderloin in mushroom sauce with potato purea

Beef tagliata on celery purea

Gilthead fillet with kale cream

Roasted veal roulade with potato

White fish fillet wok vegetables

Flanksteak,sweet potato purea,lentils,homemade bbq sauce

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Lemon tiramisu

Tiramisu

Brownie with mascarpone cream and fruit

Yogurt pannacotta with roasted peach

Mediterranean basic

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Bruschetta with tomato tartare

Fish pate with homemade bread

Local cheese and salumi selection

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Risotto with beef and mushroms

Homemade short pasta with aubergine and cheese

Parmigiana (fried eggplant, tomato, mozarella, basil)

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Pork tenderloin in mustard and sage sauce, gnocchi alla romana

Gilthead fillet with kale cream

Beef tagliata on celery purea

DESSERT

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Tiramisu

Ricotta mousse with caramelised apricot and coulis, crispy crumble with olive oil

Panacotta with olive oil,lemon gel,dehidrated olive

Seafood Basic

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Hladno selekcija ribe ( tuna tartar,carpaccio od bijele ribe,slani incuni,škamp

Biftek tartar

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Rižoto s kozicama

Pljukanci sa tartufima

Njoki s susenim rajcicam i biftekom

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Tuna fillet sa wok povrcem u soji

File bijele ribe sa kremom od celera

Flansteak i peceni krompiri

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Tiramisu

Tiramisu od limuna

Choco mousse

Local exclusive

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Fish Selection(tuna tartare, sashimi, seabass carpaccio,shrimp )

Beef tartare

Octopus salad ( potato,olive ,cherry tomato ,caper,sea fennel )

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Homemade short pasta with truffle and shrimps

Risotto with adriatic shrimps

Homemade ravioli filled with cheese with porcini mushroom sauce

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Roastbeef served on potato cream with truffle

Greater Amberjack fillet , fish veloute, vegetables ,potato rosti

Dalmatinska pasticada (slowcoocked beef with plum, apple, red wine) served with potato purea

Tuna steak wok vegetables

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Chocolate mousse with orange gel

Coconut mousse with mango

Tiramisu

Lemon tiramisu

Italian Basic

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Bruschette with tomato tartare and basil

Straciatella Caprese ( cherry confif, mozzarella , basil oilive oil,)

Bruschette with aubergine and cheese

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Pasta with homemade tomato sauce and parmesan fondue

Risotto with mushroom

Homemade ravioli filled with cheese with portobello sauce

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Pork tenderloin in mushroom sauce with potato purea

Beef gulash with homemade gnocchi

Gilthead fillet in white sauce with adriatic herbs and gnocchi alla romana

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Lemon tiramisu

Tiramisu

Vanilla yogurt pannacotta ,roasted peach

Fusion basic

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Beef tartar

Local cheese and salumi selection

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Gnocchi with beef and dried tomato

Risotto with gamberi

Ravioli filled with cheese in asparagus sauce

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Beef tagliata on celery purea

Pork tenderloin in mustard and sage sauce, gnocchi alla romana

Flansteak and parsnip cream

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Lemon tiramisu

Tiramisu

Vanilla yogurt pannacotta ,roasted peach

Triple choco mousse

White chocolate mousse with fruit gel

Local Indulge

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Fish pate with homemade bread

Marinated red mullet

Beef tartar

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Risotto with gamberi

Homemade ravioli filled with cheese in red sauce with gamberi and zucchini

Homemade short past with dried tomato and beef

MAIN COURSE

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Beef tagliata on parsnip cream and potato

Gilthead fillet in white sauce with adriatic herbs and gnocchi alla romana

Herbcrusted seabass fillet with vegetables and sauce

DESSERT

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Lemon tiramisu

Tiramisu

Yogurt pannacotta with roasted peach

Brownie with mascarpone cream and strawberry

Ricotta mousse with caramelised apricot and coulis, crispy crumble with olive oil

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Chef Eric's reviews

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79 services

Eric und seine Partnerin waren sehr freundlich, pünkltlich, bestens organisiert und haben uns im Ferienhaus exzellent bekocht. Vorab wurde das Menü mit uns abgesprochen. Gleichzeitig waren wir neugierig auf die kulunarische Umsetzung und mit jedem Gang überaus zufrieden. Die Kombination der Aromen war gelungen, jedes Gericht war gut abgeschmeckt! Der Tisch war ansprechend gedeckt. Am Ende des Abends war alles so wie zuvor. Der Müll war weg, Geschirr und Besteck waren abgespült und aufgeräumt. Besonders nett war, dass Eric uns einige Tipps zur Umgebung gegeben hat. Die beiden sind ein tolles und sehr professionelles Team. Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Abend.

Eric and his staff were amazing. We had a wonderful experience and presentation and quality was impeccable. Shrimp risotto was magnificent!

Eric and Lucija made our trip to Croatia extra special. Not just because we didn’t have to think about the meals for 12 guests but also their attention to details. For example a fantastic birthday cake for one of the guests which they managed to keep a secret and present at the end of the delicious meal. Food was not wasted and the selection for breakfast was amazing and they were keen to check if everything was satisfactory and if we would like anything different or more of anything we preferred for the next day. Can’t fault the menus and they were also happy to clear up our mess from the night before when they came in for breakfast in the morning! From start to finish the service was excellent and we wouldn’t hesitate to contact them again if we are in Croatia!

Eric and his colleague were incredible! Everything was so delicious, and communication was great. Very kind and professional, would recommend!

We had the pleasure of enjoying a private chef experience for a bachelorette weekend, and it exceeded our expectations. The food was absolutely delicious, and every dish was prepared with great care and attention to detail. Erik and Lucija were both incredibly friendly, professional, and welcoming throughout the entire experience. It was a real pleasure to watch them cook and see the passion they put into their work. We especially appreciated how they presented each dish and explained what they had prepared. They helped make our celebration even more special, and we would happily recommend them to anyone looking for a unique and memorable dining experience. Thank you again for a wonderful afternoon! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Chef Eric did a fantastic job with our group. We had a couple allergies and he accommodated them easily. The food was delicious, particularly the Green Risotto and the steak. He also perfected the wine pairings with each dish and also did a non alcoholic beer tasting for one member of our group. This was phenomenal.

Eric and his partner cooked an incredible 3-course meal plus canapés for 11 of us at our private villa during a bachelor party, and they absolutely exceeded expectations. From start to finish, Eric was professional, friendly, and had great communication throughout the whole process. The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and everyone in the group was seriously impressed. They also left the villa spotless afterwards, which was hugely appreciated. Would highly recommend Eric for any private event or special occasion. Thanks again, Eric!

We had such a fantastic experience with Chef Eric! He was professional, talented, and made the evening truly special. The food was outstanding, and it was the perfect way to relax and catch up with friends without worrying about a thing. Highly recommended, thank you again!

We had the absolute pleasure of having Chef Eric cater for our group of 25 during our holiday, and we cannot recommend them highly enough! From the very first meal to the last bite of dessert, everything was flawless. The food was simply outstanding – fresh, beautifully presented, and incredibly delicious. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and catered to all dietary needs in our group with ease. On top of that, they tidied everything up so thoroughly after each meal that it felt like magic – we didn’t have to lift a finger!

Chef Erik and his helper Lucija were amazing, communication was fantastic from the moment I enquired, they catered for all 14 of us, 5 generations with different preferences, allergies and intolerances, nothing was too much trouble at all. We would highly recommend them and will use them again, if we come back to the area. Thank you, Erik!

Friendly, approachable and delivered a truly lovely experience. Would recommend Eric to anybody.

Our family have eaten in many fine restaurants while in Croatia. Chef Eric’s meal was the best we have had. All course were beautifully presented and tasted fabulous. This was one of the highlights of our month long trip. Thanks Chef Eric.

Chef Eric and his partner were fantastic. After impressing me with his proposed menu, I decided to hire him for a special surprise 50th anniversary dinner. It was my in-laws anniversary and we were all meeting in Croatia to celebrate. I have never hired a private chef before and was uncertain what to expect. Additionally, I really wanted this dinner to be special, as my in-laws have never been treated to a privately cooked meal, so there was a lot riding on this dinner. I am happy to report that from the moment I connected with Chef Eric over his proposed menu, I was impressed. He not only proposed two menus (one for vegetarians and one for folks without dietary restrictions), he was easy to communicate with and put all my worried at ease. Communication was also very easy with Chef Eric. Anytime I had a question, he promptly responded. On the day of the dinner, he was prompt, organized and professional. Along with his partner, he arrived with all his equipment, food prep and table decorations. We didn't have to lift a finger, which allowed us all to enjoy our celebration and focus on my in-laws anniversary. As for the food, no one had a complaint. In fact, we loved every dish. We also loved how Chef Eric shared information about the dish and entertained our questions when we asked about the local ingredients he used. I also really appreciated that he went above and beyond for the vegetarian dishes. He made sure they were just as special as the various fish focused courses. By the end of the night, we were not only pleasantly full from the great food, but filled with joy over the wonderful experience. My in-laws were really blown away and said it was a night they will never forget. I would not hesitate to recommend Chef Eric to anyone. In fact, if I ever get the chance, I will indeed hire him again for another experience. Thank you Chef Eric for the wonderful meal and memories.

Fantastic experience with Eric as our chef. He catered our group of six in a villa outside of Pula and we thoroughly enjoyed the evening. He was professional in his preparation and delivery of our four courses and explained each dish to us with passion. The food was lovely, varied and filling and he left our kitchen spotless. Thanks Eric for a lovely evening.

Chef Eric was AMAZING!!! Very pleasant first night experience in Porec Croatia. The meall was delicious and beautifully presented. Thank you Chef Eric for a great experience!

Our experience with Eric Brajkovic was superb. He presented sample menus to me for review and was very flexible in response to our likes and dislikes. His communication was great, and he was most accommodating when we had slight schedule adjustments due to a few members of our party being late. The food he prepared was absolutely delicious, beautifully presented, and well-explained. We couldn't be more pleased with our experience. It was a decadent treat!

Eric and his co are the best chefs on earth. What they delivered is more than outstanding. Especially on the last day where we told them to cook with everything thats here and not buy new stuff they surprised us massively. We hope we can book him again next year, fully trust in this delicious cooking skills!

They were absolutely amazing the food was INCREDIBLE! Could not recommend them more!

Great expirence!

We loved having Eric and Lucci with us, helping us to make an 80th birthday celebration truly wonderful at our rental holiday villa in Croatia. Age range from 4-80 and we were all looked after. Really really lovely food. I won’t forget the squid ink pasta for a very long time! And the chocolate cake was to die for! We would highly recommend.