Hvar Private Chef

Tonino Cataldo

Indulge in the ultimate culinary experience with Hvar Private Chef. Our talented chefs will create exquisite dishes for you to savour in the comfort of your own home or venue.

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Services

Private Dining Experience
Personalised dining experience with custom menus for intimate gatherings showcasing the very best of the local produce.
Catering for Events
Weddings, corporate events, and more with exquisite cuisine and service.
Cooking Classes
Interactive cooking classes to learn new techniques and recipes.
Private Forrest Dining Experience
Enjoy a fine dining experience under the stars (min 6 guests).

About Nino

Hi I am a world-travelled chef with experience in Malaysia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Europe and the Middle East.
I have been based in Hvar for the last 7 Years with a previous Head chef position at some of the most exclusive restaurants on the island. My philosophy is simple: Mother Nature has done 75%, my job is to make sure it shines through the other the other 25%.

Contact

Please specify which services you are interested in, the number of guests, date and time, and the best way to contact you.
Along with any dietary restrictions we should know about.
Many thanks!

PLANT BASED
Menu 1
Watermelon Tataki, pickled fennel, wasabi,
wasabi mayo, ponzu dressing
Truffle Risotto, Oyster mushroom
tempura, wild mushroom ketchup
Pear poached in vanilla and saffron,
served with prosecco snow (Gluten Free)
Menu 2
Tomato tartar, balsamic pearls, tomato essence (Gluten Free)
Carrot terrine in nori, carrot and
ginger velouté (Gluten Free)
Coconut rice and mango sushi rolls
(Gluten Free)

Do You Sea
Menu 1
Octopus carpaccio, wild capers, toasted sunflower seeds & basil oil, wasabi foam, orange gel
Pan-fried Tuna, marinated Tuna,
avocado cream, salsa, spring
onion oil, seaweed
Chocolate ganache, cereal milk panna cotta, cumin caramelMenu 2
Prawn saffron risotto
Pan-fried Sea bass, Thai red curry vegetables, prawn bonbons, julienne appleMarinated strawberries, mascarpone cream, butter biscuit, basil sorbet

From The LandMenu 1
Smoked duck, fig jam, pickled fennel
Pork tenderloin, potato and apple terrine, pork bonbons and crispy pancettaPassionfruit cheesecake, spiced pineapple
coulis, mango sorbet
Menu 2
Istrian prosciutto, marinated tomatoes, mozzarella, aged balsamic
Duck breast with almond cous cous, spinach and cheese samosa, red wine reductionWhite chocolate cheesecake, dark chocolate ganache , forest fruits

The chef's recommendation focuses on utilising the finest seasonal ingredients available on the island, depending on the time of year and local supply.Please share three of your favourite flavours and ingredients, and we will create a custom menu for your event.
Price on application.
Best,
Nino

BREAKFASTPoached eggs, spinach and pancetta with a mustard hollandaise sauce.
Strawberries, mascarpone cream,
Coconut oats (Vegan)
Oats with coconut milk, apple and almonds
Fresh Fruit Salad (Vegan)Spiced Avocado
Poached eggs with a hint of chilli and mayonnaise, with Croatian fritters
(VG) Grapefruit and orange salad with mint, sugar, and local honey from Brusje(Eggs of your choice)