Chef Joshua Clarke

I bring the precision of Italy’s fine-dining kitchens and wine cellars to your table—personal, discreet, and built around what you love.

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Tico Gobbato

I craft traditional Italian experiences with fine-dining standards—tailored to your home.

Chef John

Since 1994, I’ve worked in Italy’s fine-dining kitchens and cellars, trained by and later cooking alongside some of the country’s most celebrated chefs. I’ve run front-of-house floors, built award-caliber wine programs, and stood at the fire on a Michelin restaurant’s opening night. In a private home, I bring that same standard to a family table: precision without ceremony, menus shaped around the people eating them, and the discretion that comes from a career spent inside other people’s kitchens.

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Chef John
My secret ingredient is knowledge, joy, technique, execution, and fun—tell me what you need and desire, and I’ll create it for you.

What you get when I cook for you

Food is ritual for me

For me, food is ritual: I honor tradition and the great ingredients life gives us, while keeping creativity and high standards at the center—because the goal is real happiness at the table.

I learned in iconic Italian kitchens

I learned my craft at Il Trigabolo, guided by Bruno Barbieri and Igles Corelli, and I continued my journey through some of Emilia’s most iconic restaurants—skills I now bring into your home with calm, disciplined execution.

I cook with joy, technique, and listening

In my kitchen, philosophy is simple: knowledge and technique matter, but so do joy and fun. I listen first, then I design a menu that matches your needs, your desires, and the moment you want to create.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are my rates for private chef services in United States?

I build every menu from scratch, so what you pay depends on the dishes, how many guests, and the kind of service you want. Most of my dinners come to around 229.40 USD, and I'll always work with the budget you have in mind. Send me a message and I'll put together a proposal for your event.

What kind of food do I specialize in?

I cook Italian, Seafood/Fish, Chef's special and Local. I build my menus around ingredients that are in season and bought locally, because that's where the flavor is. And if anyone at your table has a dietary restriction, just tell me and I'll adjust the dishes so no one misses out.

How can you book my private chef services in United States?

To book me in United States, click the Book Now button on this page and follow the steps. You'll add your event date, guest count, and any dietary restrictions as you go. Once your request comes through, I read it myself and reply with a menu proposal and the dates I have open.

Do I provide private chef services for events or special occasions?

Yes. I regularly cook for Birthday, Bachelor/Bachelorette, Romantic night and Corporate. I handle the menu, the timing, and the setup so the meal fits the kind of event you're throwing. Send me your date and I'll check whether I'm free.

Can the menus accommodate food allergies or dietary restrictions?

Choose a menu, share your event details, and the Private Chef Manager team will help confirm the experience with the chef.