Private Chef Experience in Tulum: Customized Meals at Your Villa

Watch your Yucatecan chef craft a custom meal while you unwind in your villa

A private chef experience in Tulum where a Yucatecan chef comes to your villa or apartment and prepares a customized meal (breakfast, barbecue or dinner) tailored to your tastes and dietary needs. The chef handles all shopping, cooking and kitchen cleanup. You pick your menu at least 24 hours ahead and choose the meal type that fits your plans. Children from age 4 are welcome, and the chef brings premium ingredients and authentic regional flavors to your accommodation.

The experience

The chef arrives at your villa or apartment with everything needed to cook a full meal in your own kitchen. You choose the meal type: a breakfast spread with juice, coffee, seasonal fruit and three dishes to pick from; a barbecue or taco bar with four protein options plus sauces and sides; or a four-course dinner with two appetizers, an entrée and dessert, served family-style or as individual courses. The menu combines Yucatecan tradition with fresh Mediterranean ingredients, and the chef adapts every dish to your preferences and any dietary restrictions. Complimentary juice, water and a cocktail come with breakfast and dinner options.

Your only task is to relax. The chef handles the shopping for fresh ingredients, the full preparation, plating and service with impeccable table manners, and then cleans the kitchen completely before leaving. This works best in a villa, house or vacation apartment with a functional kitchen. If you're staying in a hotel, confirm first that the property allows private chefs and external suppliers, as many have restrictions. Book at least 24 hours ahead so the chef can source ingredients and plan the menu with you.

Some premium dishes (certain cuts of meat or specialty items) carry an additional cost beyond the base menu price, and these are clearly marked when you choose. The experience runs about four hours from arrival to departure, though the exact timing depends on which meal you select and how many courses you want.

What’s included

• Customized menu chosen by you.
• shopping for and purchase of premium ingredients.
• full meal preparation and live cooking at your villa.
• bottled water, juice and cocktail (with breakfast and dinner options).
• impeccable table service.
• complete kitchen cleanup after the meal.

Options for this experience

4 options

Breakfast/Brunch6 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 11:30Private experience: Start your morning in style with a breakfast or brunch cooked by our chef at your accommodation. Menu included: Freshly brewed coffee, cow's milk and almonds, sweeteners, honeys, orange juice, seasonal fruit, and a selection of breads. Choose your dishes: Pick from Eggs Benedict, Rancheros, Avocado Toast, Pancakes, and other options on our menu. Reservation schedule: The chosen time is when breakfast or brunch is served. We arrive 1.5 hours early to prepare everything. Duration: About 3 hours, from our arrival until the service is finished. See our complete menu at delaollaatumesa.com/private-chef-services. Please note: The accommodation must have a basic working kitchen and allow us access to carry out the service.

Single Evening: Dinner With Four Courses5 departure times: the first at 18:00, the last at 20:00Private dinner experience: Savor a 4-course menu (2 appetizers, 1 main course, and 1 dessert, selected from our menu). Complimentary drink: Pick one complimentary drink or cocktail from the options we offer. Arrival time: The chosen time is the dinner time. We arrive 1.5 hours early to get everything ready. View our menus at delaollaatumesa.com/private-chef-services. Duration: About 3–4 hours, from our arrival until the service ends. Please note: The accommodation must have a basic working kitchen and allow us access to carry out the service.

Taco or BBQ5 departure times: the first at 12:00, the last at 20:00Private experience: Enjoy an unforgettable taco or barbecue, ideal for gatherings and celebrations at your accommodation. Menu to choose from: Select 4 options from our BBQ / Taco Bar menu plus 1 dessert. Includes: Beans, rice, roasted corn, guacamole, pico de gallo, salsa macha, green salad, tortilla chips, and handmade tortillas. Duration: 3 hours, from our arrival until the service is completed. Drinks: Enjoy a special complimentary drink and fresh hydration. Reservation schedule: The chosen time is when the service starts. We arrive 1.5 hours early to prepare everything. See our complete menu at delaollaatumesa.com/private-chef-services. Please note: The accommodation must have a basic working kitchen and allow us access to carry out the service.

Chef Jair: A Dinner Served in Three Courses5 departure times: the first at 18:00, the last at 20:00Private dinner experience: Enjoy a 3-course menu (1 appetizer, 1 main course, and 1 dessert, selected from our menu), served with a drink. Complimentary drink: Pick one complimentary drink or cocktail from the options we offer. Arrival time: The chosen time is the dinner time. We arrive 1.5 hours early to get everything ready. View our menus at delaollaatumesa.com/private-chef-services. Duration: About 3–4 hours, from our arrival until the service ends. Please note: The accommodation must have a basic working kitchen and allow us access to carry out the service.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day13 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 20:00

Book up to16h before

AgesAdult (10 and older) · Child (4 to 9 years) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical level

Operated by Jair Chef Privado & Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if your villa or apartment has kitchen access and you want to skip restaurant crowds and waits. The chef handles everything from shopping to cleanup, so you focus on the meal and your guests. If you're in a hotel, confirm first that outside chefs are permitted. Many properties restrict kitchen access for external suppliers.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 9 years). Under 4: they can't be included in the booking.

Can the chef accommodate dietary restrictions or food allergies?

Yes. The chef customizes every dish to your tastes and dietary needs, so you can request modifications, exclude ingredients or specify allergies when you book. Mention these details in your reservation so the chef can plan accordingly.

What if I'm staying in a hotel instead of a villa?

Check with your hotel first. Many hotels restrict outside chefs and external suppliers from using their kitchens, so you'll need written permission before booking. If your hotel allows it, the chef can work there. Otherwise, the experience works best in a villa, house or vacation apartment with kitchen access.

Do I need to buy groceries or prepare anything beforehand?

No. The chef handles all shopping and preparation. Your kitchen just needs to be functional with basic equipment. The chef brings everything else and leaves it clean when finished.

What's the difference between the dinner options?

The single evening four-course dinner includes two appetizers, one entrée and one dessert with complimentary juice, water and a cocktail. Chef Jair's three-course dinner is a shorter version. Both can be served family-style or as individual courses, depending on your preference.

How far in advance do I need to book?

All reservations require at least 24 hours' notice so the chef can source fresh ingredients and finalize the menu with you. When you book, share your accommodation address so the chef can verify kitchen access and organize the service.