Private Chef in Viseu
Rent one of our 71 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Viseu
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Viseu in September 2016, more than 71 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Viseu and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Viseu.
Starting in 2016, 1,071 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Viseu. To book your chef in Viseu, just share your event details in our form. Receive proposals from top chefs and chat with them until you find your match.
Up until today, our chefs have shared 257 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 796 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.86 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 1,071 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Viseu usually book menus around 62 EUR per person, including 3.31 courses, sharing an average of 5.14 messages with their chefs. If you've never had a chef at home but want to add an extra spice to your next celebration, just rent a chef in Viseu.












How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dream meal, including type of cuisine, preferences, and intolerances.
Receive menu proposals
Our chefs will design menus based solely on your wants and needs.
Get chatty with your chefs
Don't be shy about exchanging some messages with your chefs until your perfect menu is ready!
Book your experience
Once you are happy with your choice, submit your payment to secure your experience.
Enjoy!
All there is left to do is count down the days till your culinary experience begins!
Find your chef
Customize your request and start talking with your chefs.
71 Private Chefs in Viseu
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More than 1,000 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.57 Chef
The guests in Viseu have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.57.
4.86 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Viseu received an average score of 4.86.
4.86 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.86 average score.
5 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Viseu has been scored with a 5 on average.
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257 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Viseu
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Champignon au champagne - cogumelos com champanhe - opção vegan
Creme de espinafre com ovo escalfado
Amêijoas com molho de nata e lúcia lima
Portobello recheado com pimento, tomate, courgette e creme de soja - opção vegan
Filete de robalo com vegetais salteados e batata doce frita em rodela
Tagliatelli com tomate cherry e tofu - opção vegan
Magret de pato com bolinhos de arroz de jasmim
Risotto de cogumelos com açafrão - opção vegetariana com queijo
Pasta nero com camarão salteado e parmesão
Tiramisù
Cocktail de fruta - opção vegan
Mousse de manga
Mousse de chocolate com merengue e puré de groselha
Tartelete de ricotta e chocolate com pêra bêbada
Shrimp and ginger “patanisca” with carrot and red lentil hummus, and asian vegetable slaw (patanisca de camarão e gengibre com húmus de cenoura e lentilhas vermelhas e salada asiática de legumes)
Papadam, chapati, cheese curd and mango chutney, mini meatballs vinho verde masala, channa & caldo verde (papadam, chapati, queijo fresco com chutney de manga, mini almôndegas em masala de vinho verde, channa e caldo verde)
Mushroom and cream cheese spring rolls, with orange and ginger sweet chili, smoked teriyaki and fried onion (rolinhos de primavera de cogumelos e queijo creme, com molho agridoce de laranja e gengibre, teriyaki fumado e cebola frita)
Codfish braised in thai green curry with prawns fried in garlic and coriander (bacalhau estufado em caril verde tailandês com camarões salteados em alho e coentros)
Fish and seafood ramen with fresh cilantro, miso, and lime. ( ramen noodles de peixe e marisco com coentros frescos, miso e lima.)
Sea bream roll with miso and lemon sauce, potato mash with olive and rosemary, and glazed seasonal vegetables (rolo de dourada com molho de miso e limão, puré de batata com azeitona e alecrim e legumes da época glaceados)
Sliced roast beef with spicy vindaloo sauce and olive teriyaki, coriander and sesame basmati rice, and roasted vegetables (fatias de rosbife com molho picante vindaloo e teriyaki de azeitona, arroz basmati com coentros e sésamo, e legumes assados)
Fried pork with sweet and sour sauce, clams, olives, pickles and lemon (carne de porco frita com molho agridoce, amêijoas, azeitonas, pickles e limão)
Beef and barbecue chicken kebabs with peanut sauce and coriander (espetadas de vaca e frango grelhadas com molho de amendoim e coentros)
Ginger and matcha panacotta with mango coulis and lemon gel (panacotta de gengibre e matcha com coulis de manga e gel de limão)
Drunken pear crumble with salted caramel ice cream (crumble de pera bêbeda com gelado de caramelo salgado)
Lmond yogurt with carob gummies, ginger granola, blueberries and orange (iogurte de amêndoa com gomas de alfarroba, granola de gengibre, mirtilos e laranja)
Pork chorizo and wine chorizo with cherry tomatoes
Seasoned goat cheese
Homebread and mini toasts
Padron peppers - vegan option
Zucchini boat with fresh vegetables and coriander sauce - vegan option
Slow cooked pork cheeks with green asparagus and bread mash
Octopus "à lagareiro” - octopus with fried garlic in olive oil, potatoes and sautéed turnip greens
Slow cooked “alcatra” ( beef loin ) with fresh vegetables and fried corn
Sea bream with orange and sautéed vegetables
Fresh fruit salad - vegan option
“arroz doce” - typical portuguese sweet rice
Traditional dona amelia sugar cane cake with lemon ice cream
Chef s pastel de nata ( egg cream tart)
Legumes em juliana enrolados em massa folhada - opção vegan
Disco de massa folhada com salmão, maionese de cebolinho e alcaparras
Camarão frito ao alhinho com malagueta
Caracol de presunto e cogumelos
Folhado de morcela com creme de maçã
Massa brick com legumes e noz - opção vegan
Barquinha de courgette com legumes frescos e molho de coentros - opção vegan
Legumes salteados em vinho branco com massa penne - opção vegan
Lulinhas à algarvia com batata cozida, salsa e alho
Arroz de conchas e camarão
Filete de robalo com migas de espargos
Lombinho de salmão com salteado de massa, pimentos, tomate cherry e alho francês
Medalhão de lombinho de porco com redução de frutos silvestres acompanhado com grelos e batatinha salteados ao alhinho
Magret de pato com redução de vinho do porto acompanhado com puré de batata doce e alecrim
Bife da vazia envolto em cacau com malagueta em cama de mel acompanhado de legumes no forno com nata e mostarda
Lascas de vitela com batata delicatessen e saladinha de tomate cherry
Abobrinha recheada com seitan e molho de tomate - opção vegan
Tiramisù
Cocktail de fruta - opção vegan
Ananás flambeado com batida de côco com bola de gelado de baunilha em cama de crumble
Bolo de vinho do porto com ganache de chocolate e gelado de baunilha
Bolo de chocolate recheado de mousse de chocolate com natas batidas e morangos
Bolo de cenoura com chocolate vegan - opção vegan
Cod and chickpea salad with roasted bell pepper. (salada de bacalhau e grão com pimento assado.)
Tapas platter (cheeses, grilled chorizo, marinated olives, tiborna, bread, and cornbread). mesa de tapas (queijos, chouriço grelhado, azeitonas marinadas, tiborna, pão e broa)
Stuffed mushrooms with alheira, arugula salad, and creamy cheese sauce. (cogumelos recheados com alheira, salada de rúcula e molho de queijo amanteigado.)
Caldo verde with crispy chorizo and cornbread. (caldo verde com crocante de chouriço e broa.)
Bacalhau gomes de sá (traditional portuguese salted cod dish)
Coastal fish stew with lemon and coriander. (caldeirada de peixes da nossa costa com limão e coentros.)
Whole roasted sea bream with tomato and olives and herbs, served with roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables. (dourada assada à portuguesa)
Rooster chanfana with boiled potatoes and cabbage migas. (chanfana de galo com batata cozida e migas de couve.)
Traditional roasted duck rice with chourizo. (arroz de pato tradicional)
Feijoada transmontana (northern hearty pork and bean stew with pilaf rice)
Sweet rice with drunken pear and cinnamon. ( arroz doce com pêra bêbeda)
Caramel and orange egg pudding. ( pudim de ovos de caramelo e laranja)
Serradura com creme de ovos (layered cream mousse with marie biscuit and sweet egg yolk compote)
Grannies chocolate mousse (mousse de chocolate caseira)
Nachos with tomato sauce and cheese sauce
Guacamole - vegan option
Breaded padron peppers
Chili
Tacos with chicken and vegetables
Burritos with chicken and red beans
Tacos with vegetables - vegan option
Celebration naked cake - flavours can be chosen by request, please ask for the ingredients list
Tres leches cake - three milk cake
Fruit cocktail - vegan option
Coconut cake with avocato mousse
Crispy beetroot, shrimp and herbed cream cheese sushi rice balls, with sweet red bean teriyaki glaze and spring onion. (bolas crocantes de arroz de sushi, beterraba, camarão e queijo creme com ervas, sobre teriaky agridoce de feijão vermelho e cebolinho)
Smoked eggplant velouté with garlic chips and charred peppers (velouté de beringela fumada com chips de alho e pimentos braseados.)
"egg wrap" stuffed with crispy chicken, asian slaw, peanut wild rice and satay sauce ( "wrap de ovo" recheado com frango crocante, salada asiática, arroz selvagem com amendoim e molho satay.)
Poached white fish with yogurt lime sauce, green lentil dal, and sweet potato pebbles,(peixe branco escalfado com molho de iogurte e lima, dal de lentilhas verdes e "gravilha" de batata-doce.)
Grilled mackerel with fennel and orange salsa, wild rice and green pea puré (cavala grelhada com salsa de funcho e laranja, arroz selvagem e puré de ervilhas.)
Codfish, olive, and cabbage dolmas with creamy potato purée, caramelized red onion, and olive béarnaise sauce. (dolmas de bacalhau, azeitona e couve com puré cremoso de batata, cebola roxa caramelizada e molho béarnaise de azeitona.)
Smoky duck breast over duck couscous, rich chocolate-infused balsamic glaze, and spiced roasted pears. ( peito de pato defumado sobre cuscuz de pato, glace de balsâmico achocolatado e peras assadas com especiarias.)
Pork chops with herb crust, ginger-orange sauce and roasted potato duchess (costeletas de porco com crosta de ervas, molho de gengibre e laranja e batatas duchesse assadas.)
Slow-braised beef medallion with saffron-pumpkin risotto and hazelnut gremolata. (medalhão de novilho braseado lento com risoto de açafrão e abóbora e gremolata de avelã)
Basque burnt cheesecake with honey-lavender drizzle and caramelized figs. (cheesecake basco queimado com calda de mel e lavanda e figos caramelizados)
Beetroot and dark chocolate brownie with raspberry-chili sorbet.(brownie de beterraba e chocolate amargo com sorvete de framboesa e chilly.)
Black sesame crumble with miso-caramel apple and vanilla icecream. (crumble de sésamo preto e miso-maçã caramelizado e gelado de baunilha)
Bruschette com vegetais salteados - opção vegan
Bruschette com tomate cherry, mozarella e manjericão
Pappa al pomodoro - sopa de tomate e pão
Polenta grelhada com funcho
Salada morna de pimentos e tomates assados
Sopa de batata e massa com pancetta e parmesão
Risotto de portobello
Spaghetti con calamari - esparguete com lulas
Peposo - guisado especial de carne de vaca picante
Espetada tripla de porco – salsicha, bacon e lombo em ramo de alecrim
Tagliatelle com setas, portobello e pimento italiano salteados em vinho branco - opção vegan
Bolonhesa de bochecha de vaca
Beringela frita com mozzarella
Vitela e presunto com batatinha à tuscana
Peito de frango à parmigiana com mozzarela fresca, acompanhado com esmagada de batata e espinafres
Frango com polenta
Gnocchi al pommodoro - gnocchi com molho de tomate e manjericão - opção vegetariana com ovos
Tiramisù
Cocktail de fruta - opção vegan
Torta di riso - tarte de arroz à florentina
Tarte de ricotta com chocolate
Fofos doces de veneza
Bolo de polenta e amêndoa
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.








Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Viseu.
What does a private chef service include in Viseu?
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Viseu?
The price of renting a chef in Viseu can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 53 EUR to 103 EUR. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 53 EUR per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 61 EUR per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 69 EUR per person, and for 2 people, the price is 103 EUR per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
How can I hire a private chef in Viseu?
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
How can I find a private chef near me?
There are currently 71 chefs available in Viseu. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Viseu who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service?
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Does the chef cook at my house?
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Can I cook along with the chef?
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Are the ingredients fresh?
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
How much should I tip my private chef in Viseu?
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
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How many chef services are booked in Viseu each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Viseu, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Viseu.
Cost of a private chef in Viseu
The cost of hiring a private chef in Viseu can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 53 EUR to 103 EUR per person.
For 13 people or more: 53 EUR
For 7 to 12 people: 61 EUR
For 3 to 6 people: 69 EUR
For 2 people: 103 EUR.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Viseu?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Viseu: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Chef's special, but you can have anything you want (our surprise menu will cover that!).
Beyond these six types of cuisine, our private chefs personalize diverse menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Our private chefs can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction and suggest other cuisines or fusion dishes. Submit your request and hire a chef in Viseu!






Talk to our chefs in Viseu
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Viseu? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Viseu, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.










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