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At-home dinner party: smiling guests and a chef around a large live-edge wooden table set with appetizers, rose petals and a water pitcher in a modern dining room with shuttered windows.
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Luxury Private Chef Experience in Playa del Carmen- Multi-Course Fine Dining

About this Experience

Private Fine-Dining Dinner at Your Villa

With Chef Jorge Criado

Turn your Playa del Carmen stay into a restaurant-level fine-dining experience - without leaving your villa.

Chef Jorge Criado and his team bring a full 3–5 course tasting-menu dinner directly to your home, handling everything: kitchen setup, live cooking, professional service, elegant plating, and full cleanup.

Menus are chef-curated and fully customized, inspired by Mexican and global fine-dining cuisine. Add wine or mezcal pairings, or a full cocktail bar, for a truly celebratory evening. When dessert is served, the kitchen is already spotless.

Dinner Menu Options & Pricing (per person)

Option 1 - 3-Course Signature Dinner

Ideal for a relaxed “Playa night in”

  • Chef-selected appetizer

  • Main course (Mexican, pescatarian, or global fine-dining style)

  • Dessert

100 USD per person

Option 2 - Chef Experience (Best Seller)

Live tasting-menu style dinner

  • Two gourmet appetizers

  • Main course

  • Signature plated dessert

  • Full service & professional cleanup

115 USD per person (Most recommended)

Option 3 - 5-Course Elevated Tasting

For celebrations & special occasions

  • Three gourmet appetizers / amuse-bouche

  • Main course

  • Dessert

  • Table styling & presentation upgrades

  • Personalized printed menu

125 USD per person

Optional Add-Ons

Enhance your dinner experience:

  • Mezcal or Wine Pairing (3–4 drinks) - +$45 pp

  • Full Cocktail Bar - +$65 pp

  • Professional Table Styling & Linen Setup -+$80 per table

  • Dessert Bar Experience (tasting bites) - +$45 pp

Why Guests Love This Experience

  • True restaurant-level dining at your villa

  • Live cooking with elegant plating

  • No stress, no dishes - cleanup included

  • Fully customizable menus & dietary-friendly

  • Perfect for celebrations and group trips

About Your Chef

Chef Jorge Criado is a Michelin-trained private chef, with experience from Le Cordon Bleu México and Michelin-star kitchens.

He specializes in intimate, multi-course dinners inside Playa del Carmen villas and vacation homes, combining refined technique, bold flavors, and seamless hospitality. Every detail is personalized, from menu design to ingredient sourcing.

Best For

  • Birthday dinners

  • Welcome villa nights

  • Family celebrations

  • Bachelorettes & bachelors

  • Luxury “night-in” experiences

Book This Experience

Visit the experience booking site to check availability and book your experience.

Location

Cancún, MX

Pink house with orange roof

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Reviews

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5 (10 Ratings)

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Brad

November 2025 • Holiday Party

Our private villa dinner was phenomenal. Each plate looked like art. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a true fine dining experience at home.

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Jess M.

November 2025 • Other Party

Flawless dinner service. Chef Jorge created a customized tasting menu that exceeded all expectations. Worth every dollar.

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John O.

November 2025 • Group-Trip Party

Our large family booked a multi-course dinner and Chef Jorge handled everything effortlessly, even for picky eaters. The kids loved him too.

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Michelle C.

November 2025 • Friendsgiving Party

Chef Jorge cooked four dinners for us, and every night was unique and delicious. The menus highlighted local ingredients, and his passion for cooking shined through.

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Natalie B.

November 2025 • Bachelorette Party

He prepared meals for us all weekend and we were amazed. The dishes were beautiful and tasted incredible. It felt like dining in a five-star restaurant.

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The M.

October 2025 • Group-Trip Party

We booked Jorge for a luxury dinner for 10 people. He managed the event flawlessly, with timing, flavor, presentation, and everything perfect. The best dinner of our trip.

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Andrea B.

October 2025 • Holiday Party

We’ve eaten in many fine dining restaurants, but this private dinner surpassed most of them. Chef Jorge’s dishes are thoughtful, artistic, and full of flavor

DG

Drew G.

October 2025 • Other Party

Chef Jorge prepared a romantic dinner in our villa, and it was spectacular. Fresh, colorful, delicious plates and professional service. A perfect honeymoon memory.

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Samantha

October 2025 • Other Party

Our fine dining experience with Chef Jorge was unforgettable. Every course was prepared with precision and creativity. He handled a gluten-free guest seamlessly. A world-class dinner.

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Kim R.

October 2025 • Girls-Trip Party

Our fine dining experience with Chef Jorge was unforgettable. Every course was prepared with precision and creativity. He handled a gluten-free guest seamlessly. A world-class dinner.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many canapés are included?

The experience includes 4 to 7 signature canapés depending on the package selected. Each canapé is a chef-designed small bite inspired by Mexican and global flavors.

Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Yes. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, pescatarian, and allergy accommodations are available with advance notice.

How long does the service last?

Most canapé experiences run between 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on your group size and menu selection.

Is the service fully done at the villa?

Yes. All cooking, plating, and service are done on-site at your villa or Airbnb. We bring everything necessary.

Do you offer cocktails or a mezcal bar?

Yes. You can add a cocktail bar, margarita station, or mezcal bar as an optional upgrade.

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How many staff members will attend the event?

Small groups are served by one chef and one assistant. Larger groups may include additional service staff to ensure smooth pacing.

Do you need access to the kitchen?

We need basic access to your villa kitchen (stove or induction area, counter space, sink). If your kitchen is limited, we adapt easily.

Is cleanup included?

Yes. Full cleanup is included. We leave your space as we found it.

What is the minimum number of guests?

The experience is available for small groups and large groups. Minimum pricing applies for fewer than 6 guests depending on the date and season.

Do you travel outside Playa del Carmen?

Yes. Travel fees may apply depending on location and distance.