Chef Ayhan Kalayci

Chef At Home in New York City
Chef Ayhan Kalayci

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Skilled BBQ grill chef focused on perfectly cooked meats, consistency, and delivering high-quality service at every event

I am an experienced grill chef with a strong background in fine dining and international hospitality. I specialize in BBQ, premium meats, and live-fire cooking, delivering high-quality food and a memorable guest experience. Having worked in different environments including cruise lines and restaurants, I bring professionalism, consistency, and passion to every event

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More about me

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is about creating memorable experiences through fire, flavor, and quality ingredients, bringing people together around great food

I learned to cook at...

I learned to cook through hands-on experience in restaurants and cruise lines, developing strong skills in grilling, BBQ, and high-volume service

A cooking secret...

My secret is attention to detail, fire control, and consistency, ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection

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