Private Chef Melbourne | Tapas Madriz

Private Chef Melbourne

Most dinner parties involve someone disappearing into the kitchen for most of the evening. The private chef experience flips that entirely — Ignacio is the entertainment, the cook, and the host all at once, while you sit with your guests and enjoy every minute of the occasion you planned.

Ideal for the moments in life that deserve more than a restaurant booking — anniversary dinners, milestone birthdays, intimate celebrations, or simply a Tuesday that deserves to be extraordinary.

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Tapas Madriz private chef cooking authentic Spanish cuisine at home
Intimate groups of 8–20
Live cooking at your home
Madrid-born chef
Full setup & cleanup
Melbourne-wide

Madrid in your home

There is a particular kind of evening where everything slows down. Conversation deepens, time feels generous, and the food is so good that people stop mid-sentence to comment on it. That is what the private chef experience is designed to create. Ignacio brings Madrid into your home — the real saffron, the proper sofrito, the bomba rice cooked to the exact moment of socarrat. Not a performance. A genuinely beautiful meal, cooked with care, in the most intimate setting possible.

Your Personal Chef

Ignacio is with you for the entire experience — cooking, presenting each dish, and sharing the story behind every recipe. An evening you will remember for years.

Fully Custom Menu

Choose your tapas and paella from our full menu, tailored to your preferences and dietary requirements. Every dish made from scratch on the night.

Complete Service

Ignacio arrives, sets up, cooks, serves, and leaves your kitchen spotless. All you need to provide is the table and the company.

Premium Ingredients

Bomba rice, Spanish saffron, high-quality proteins, and fresh seasonal produce. The same quality you would find at a fine Spanish restaurant — in your home.

Perfect for

Dinner parties & entertaining at home Milestone birthdays Anniversary celebrations Romantic date nights Family gatherings of 8–20 Gift experience for a loved one Intimate celebrations

What's included

Ignacio as your personal chef for the evening
All ingredients sourced and prepared
Custom menu tailored to your preferences
Live cooking and presentation of each course
All equipment and cookware provided
Full kitchen cleanup after the meal
Dietary requirements fully accommodated
Serving items and eco-friendly tableware

Private chef packages

La Experiencia

$120pp
Groups of 8–14 guests
  • 3 tapas of your choice
  • 1 signature paella for the group
  • Pan Tumaca & homemade Aioli
  • Full service & cleanup
Most popular

El Chef's Table

$150pp
Groups of 8–20 guests
  • 4–5 tapas including premium selections
  • 1–2 paellas (Ignacio's choice or yours)
  • Chef's seasonal dessert
  • Ignacio presents each dish to your guests
  • Full service & cleanup

La Cena Privada

Custom
Bespoke for special occasions
  • Fully bespoke menu designed with Ignacio
  • Multi-course Spanish dining experience
  • Premium ingredient upgrades available
  • Perfect for anniversaries & milestone events
  • Full service & cleanup

All packages include full setup and cleanup. Contact us to discuss your vision and we will create something special.

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What guests say

★★★★★
"Ignacio cooked for our anniversary dinner and it was genuinely one of the best meals we have ever had. Watching him cook in our kitchen, the incredible aromas, the perfectly executed paella — it felt like being transported to Spain. An unforgettable evening."
— Emma & David, Anniversary Dinner, Toorak
★★★★★
"We booked Ignacio as a gift for my parents' 40th wedding anniversary. He arrived with everything, cooked an extraordinary meal, and left the kitchen spotless. My parents were blown away. Absolutely worth every cent."
— Claire M., Anniversary Celebration, Brighton

Common questions

What do I need to provide?

Just your table, chairs, and your guests. Ignacio brings all ingredients, all equipment, all serving items, and cleans up completely afterwards. Your kitchen does not even need to be equipped — he works with what he needs.

What is the minimum group size for the private chef experience?

The private chef experience works best for intimate groups of 8–20 people. For larger groups of 20+, our private party catering packages are a better fit. Get in touch and we will recommend the right option.

Can you accommodate dietary requirements?

Yes. All paellas are naturally gluten free and dairy free. Vegetarian and vegan options are available. Share your requirements when enquiring and Ignacio will design the menu around them.

Can I purchase this as a gift for someone?

Yes — the private chef experience makes a beautiful gift for anniversaries, milestone birthdays, or any special occasion. Contact us and we can arrange a gift voucher with a personalised message.

How far in advance do I need to book?

We recommend booking at least 2 weeks in advance. Weekend evenings particularly fill up quickly. A 30% deposit secures your date and Ignacio's time.

Book your private chef experience

Tell us about your occasion and we will come back within 24 hours with availability and a personalised proposal.

Or reach us directly  ·  0422 184 779  ·  WhatsApp  ·  info@tapasmadriz.com.au