Private Chef in Crete
Pick a professional chef serving Crete, book in one click, and leave the cooking to the experts. Secure online payment via Viva Wallet — automatic refund on cancellation per our policy.
From villas overlooking the Libyan Sea to seaside stays and homes up in the mountain villages — in Crete the chef comes to you and brings the famous Cretan diet to your table: local olive oil, wild greens, fresh fish and a raki to finish. Available year-round, for romantic dinners for two, family gatherings or celebrations with a big crowd. The chef handles everything, from the shopping to the cleanup. Because the island is large, any travel cost depends on distance and is shown transparently in your booking before you pay.
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Frequently asked questions
Do chefs come to Crete's mountain villages too, not just the coast?
Yes. Many chefs also serve the interior — from the White Mountains and Anogeia to Psiloritis and Lasithi. Because the island is large, availability and travel cost depend on distance. Each chef lists the areas they cover on their profile, and any travel fee is shown transparently before you book, so there are no surprises at checkout.
Can the chef cook authentic Cretan dishes with local ingredients?
Absolutely. Cretan chefs work with local olive oil, wild greens, Cretan cheeses, snails and fresh fish or meat from the area. From dakos and gamopilafo to lamb with stamnagkathi — tell them what you like and they'll shape the menu. Raki to finish is easy to find locally, or ask the chef for pairing suggestions.
How does booking a private chef in Crete work?
Pick a chef from the list, send a booking request with your date and number of guests, and our team confirms with the chef within a few hours. You pay online securely via Viva Wallet (card or IRIS bank transfer). If you cancel, refunds are processed automatically per our cancellation policy.
How much does a private chef in Crete cost?
Prices start at €45-60 per person for the base menu (without ingredients). Premium chefs or elaborate menus can reach €100-150 per person. Many chefs also offer an all-inclusive price with ingredients.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend at least 5-7 days ahead so the chef has time to design the menu and buy ingredients. For weekends and holidays, 2 weeks ahead is safer.
Does the chef bring the ingredients?
Up to your agreement with the chef. Most chefs offer both options: "I bring the ingredients" (priced as an all-inclusive package) or "you supply" (chef fee only). You discuss it on the platform before booking.
Does the chef clean up afterwards?
Yes. Every chef on the platform cleans the kitchen after the event — dishes, counters, stovetops. They leave the space the way they found it.
What if I need to cancel?
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the event. From 7 to 2 days, you get 50% back. Less than 48 hours, no refund. If the chef cancels, you get a full refund.