Authentic Italian · Sydney & NSW

Italian Private Chef
Sydney

$110 per person

Experience authentic Italian fine dining in the comfort of your own home. Chef Michele Guarneri, born and trained in Italy’s finest kitchens, brings the flavours of Piemonte to Sydney — one carefully crafted course at a time.

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Italian private chef Sydney — Chef Michele Guarneri
Why Italian

Why Hire an Italian
Private Chef

There is a world of difference between a caterer who cooks Italian food and an actual Italian chef who carries generations of tradition in every dish.

  • ✓ Recipes rooted in Italian regional tradition, not copied from cookbooks
  • ✓ Handmade pasta, fresh sauces and doughs prepared from scratch in your kitchen
  • ✓ Imported Italian ingredients: San Marzano tomatoes, aged Parmigiano, genuine olive oil
  • ✓ Proper Italian course structure: Antipasti, Primi, Secondi, Dolci
  • ✓ Family-style sharing that brings people together the Italian way
  • ✓ Seasonal cooking philosophy — the cornerstone of real Italian cuisine

When you hire an Italian private chef, you are not just booking a meal — you are inviting a culinary tradition that has been perfected over centuries into your home.

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Authentic Italian dishes prepared by private chef in Sydney
Meet Your Chef

Born in Piemonte.
Perfected in Sydney.

Chef Michele Guarneri grew up in the rolling hills of Piemonte, northern Italy — a region famous for its truffles, Barolo wines and rich culinary heritage. He learned to cook from his grandmother before training in some of Italy’s most celebrated Michelin-starred kitchens.

After honing his craft across Italy and Europe, Michele brought his passion and expertise to Sydney. Today, he leads Michelone at Home, cooking personally at every event — bringing the same precision, authenticity and warmth he learned in Italy’s finest restaurants directly to your table.

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Chef Michele Guarneri — Italian private chef Sydney
Sample Italian Menu

A Taste of
Authentic Italy

Every menu is tailored to your preferences and can be adapted for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or allergy-friendly requirements.

Antipasti Burrata pugliese with heirloom tomatoes, basil oil & aged balsamic
Primi Handmade tagliatelle al ragù — slow-braised beef in the Piemontese tradition
Secondi Pan-seared barramundi with salsa verde, roasted fennel & capers
Contorno Wood-fired vegetables with rosemary, garlic & extra virgin olive oil
Dolci Classic tiramisù made with mascarpone, espresso & Marsala

Menus change with the seasons and are always built around the freshest available produce. Michele will work with you to design a menu that tells the story you want your dinner to tell.

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Chef Michele
Chef Michele Guarneri

For me, cooking is not just a profession — it is who I am. I grew up watching my nonna make pasta by hand every Sunday. That same love, the same traditions, the same recipes passed down through generations — that is what I bring to your table here in Sydney.

FAQ

Italian Private Chef
Questions

What makes an Italian private chef different from a regular caterer?

An Italian private chef like Michele brings authentic technique, traditional recipes and imported Italian ingredients. Everything is cooked fresh in your kitchen — from handmade pasta to slow-braised sauces — rather than reheated or assembled from pre-made components. The result is a genuine Italian dining experience, not just Italian-themed food.

Where in Sydney does Michele offer Italian private chef services?

Michele serves all of Sydney and greater NSW, including Sydney CBD, Eastern Suburbs, Northern Beaches, North Sydney, Parramatta, Surry Hills, Bondi, Mosman and the Blue Mountains. He also caters on yachts and at private venues across the region.

Can the Italian menu be adapted for dietary requirements?

Absolutely. Michele designs every menu from scratch, so he can accommodate gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, halal and allergy-specific requirements while maintaining the authentic Italian character of each dish.

How many courses are included in an Italian private chef experience?

A typical Italian private chef dinner includes 4 to 6 courses, following the traditional Italian structure: Antipasti, Primi (pasta or risotto), Secondi (main course), and Dolci (dessert). Additional courses such as Contorno (sides) or a cheese course can be added.

How far in advance should I book an Italian private chef in Sydney?

We recommend booking at least 2 weeks in advance to allow time for menu planning and ingredient sourcing. However, Michele can sometimes accommodate shorter timelines — get in touch and we will do our best.

Buon appetito!

Ready to Experience Authentic Italian Dining at Home?

Tell me about your occasion — I'll personally design an Italian menu and get back to you within 24 hours.

Get in Touch +61 422 252 948