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A proposal, a wedding, a birthday, a family gathering — every occasion in United Arab Emirates deserves a private chef.
About Private Dining
The UAE is one of the world's great dining destinations — and private dining here should match that standard. UpChef connects you with the UAE's finest private chefs: a Dubai penthouse proposal with wagyu and lobster, a landmark birthday at your Palm villa for twenty, an Abu Dhabi wedding reception for the whole family, a corporate client dinner that reflects the city's extraordinary ambition. Available across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, and every emirate.
Every occasion
From an intimate dinner for two to a wedding for a hundred — whatever you’re hosting, there’s a chef for it.
How UpChef works
No phone calls, no emails, no waiting days for a reply. Everything happens inside the app — live chat, instant notifications, and real offers from verified chefs near you. Pick whichever way suits you.
Share the details that matter — date, number of guests, cuisine, budget, location, and any dietary needs. It takes about a minute, and there's no obligation to book.
The moment you post, verified chefs around you receive a live notification on their phone. They respond fast — often within minutes — sending you personalised menus and quotes to compare.
Review the offers side by side, chat with the chefs you like to fine-tune the menu, then book the one that's right for you — securely, in a couple of taps.
Browse verified chefs near you by cuisine, occasion, and guest count. See full menus with prices, real reviews from past events, and each chef's signature dishes.
Message the chef directly in the app — no emails, no phone tag. Ask questions, tailor the courses, and get instant replies. The chef can send you a custom offer right in the chat.
Choose a set menu and book in a couple of taps, or accept the chef's custom offer. Your payment is held securely until after the event, so you're always protected.
It all happens inside the app — live chat, instant notifications, and secure payment. Book your private chef in less time than a restaurant reservation takes.
Why a private chef
Picture an evening with no crowded reservation, no drive across town, and no surprise bill at the end. You sit at your own table, in your own home, while a professional chef prepares a meal built around your taste and your occasion.
Book a private chef for an intimate dinner for two, a feast for forty, or a week of healthy meal prep. You choose the menu, the budget, and the mood — we bring the talent to your door.
And because your chef cooks, serves, and cleans up, the only thing you're left with is a memory your guests won't stop talking about.
Restaurant-quality food at home
Menus tailored to your event
Transparent prices, no surprises
The host finally gets to relax
Built on trust
Welcoming someone into your home takes trust. That's why UpChef is built around verification, protection, and transparency at every step — from the first message to the last plate.
Every chef is reviewed before they can take a single booking, and every rating you read comes from a real, completed event.
Payment options depend on the market and booking. Review the total, payment method and cancellation terms before paying. Contact UpChef support if anything is unclear.
Read the cancellation terms that apply to your booking before paying. If your plans change, contact the chef and UpChef support to discuss the next steps.
UpChef was built by people who have worked the kitchen. We take 0% commission from chefs, so the person who cooked your food is paid fairly — and that care lands straight on your plate.
Questions before, during, or after your event? A real support team is one message away in the app, ready to make sure your evening goes exactly the way you imagined it.
From Riyadh to London to São Paulo, UpChef works across 15 countries, with local currencies, languages, and chefs who understand both local tradition and global cuisine.
Explore by City
We cover 4 cities across United Arab Emirates. Choose your city to browse available chefs.
For chefs in United Arab Emirates
Join the chefs building their own private-dining business on UpChef across United Arab Emirates — with 0% UpChef commission.
FAQ
Everything you need to know about booking a private chef in United Arab Emirates.
Download the UpChef app, choose your city in the UAE, browse verified chefs by cuisine and occasion, and confirm your booking in minutes. Your chef arrives fully equipped — you just enjoy the evening.
We cover Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and more across the UAE, with new chefs joining every month. Choose your city in the app to see who's available near you.
Yes. Every chef on UpChef is vetted before they can take bookings, and all reviews come from real, completed events — so the ratings you see in the UAE are genuine.
Private dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, corporate events, weddings, family gatherings, and weekly meal prep. If you're hosting it in the UAE, there's a chef for it.
Yes — your chef comes to your home or venue in Dubai (or wherever you are), cooks fresh on site, serves, and leaves the kitchen clean. You're a guest at your own table.
Absolutely. You can choose from a chef's menus or message them directly to tailor the courses, dietary needs, and number of guests before you book.
For dinners we recommend a few days' notice so your chef can plan and shop for fresh ingredients, but many chefs in the UAE accept last-minute bookings too.
Payment options depend on the market and booking. Review the total, payment method and cancellation terms before paying. Contact UpChef support if anything is unclear.
Prices depend on the chef, menu, and number of guests — you always see the full price before you confirm. Most private dinners in the UAE are quoted per person, and larger events are priced on request.
United Arab Emirates's finest private chefs, at your table tonight. Every chef on UpChef is verified, rated by real guests, and paid 0% commission — fine dining at its best, in the privacy of your own home.
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Meet the chefs
Browse verified private chefs and book the one that fits your table.
Italian
Italian
Italian
Indian
Seafood
Arabic
Arabic
Italian
Italian
French
Italian
Asian
Mediterranean
Italian
Italian
Italian
Japanese
BBQ & Grill
Italian
French
BBQ & Grill
On the menu
From their kitchens
I first marinated and compressed premium watermelon, then slow-cooked it using the sous vide method to deepen its flavour and texture. It is plated with a dressing crafted entirely from the watermelon’s own natural juices, topped with creamy feta mousse and fresh basil. The dish sits on a smooth house-made feta cheese sauce, finished with vibrant herb oil for richness and colour. A perfectly balanced sweet-savoury plant-based experience.
Rinder Filet Wellington
You can enjoy seasonal ingredients!
toasted bread topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil
toasted bread topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil
مسخن دجاج بزيت الزيتون والسماق البلدي
مسخن دجاج بزيت الزيتون والسماق البلدي
ورق عنب مع الريش الخاروف البلدي اكله مميزه وبنكهه بتخليها الأكله المفضله
ورق عنب مع الريش الخاروف البلدي اكله مميزه وبنكهه بتخليها الأكله المفضله
Pan-Seared Seabream, Cream Reduction & Caviar, Carrot Purée, Heirloom Carrots
Pan-Seared Seabream, Cream Reduction & Caviar, Carrot Purée, Heirloom Carrots
A generous selection of premium meats, slow-smoked and flame-grilled to perfection, finished with a rich BBQ glaze and aromatic seasoning. Tender, juicy and beautifully charred for an authentic premium BBQ experience.
A generous selection of premium meats, slow-smoked and flame-grilled to perfection, finished with a rich BBQ glaze and aromatic seasoning. Tender, juicy and beautifully charred for an authentic premium BBQ experience.
Braised lamb shanked seasoned with piquillos pepper, lemon confit and mint. Served with Smoked Aubergines purée, mousse of labneh cheese.
Braised lamb shanked seasoned with piquillos pepper, lemon confit and mint. Served with Smoked Aubergines purée, mousse of labneh cheese.
Chilled poached shrimp with classic cocktail sauce and lemon.
Chilled poached shrimp with classic cocktail sauce and lemon.
Served with herb butter, roasted baby potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and lemon beurre blanc.
Served with herb butter, roasted baby potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and lemon beurre blanc.
