Daniela Perez Reyes
Based in Santa Monica, cooks across Los Angeles
I’m chef Daniela a private chef at Rancho Santa Fe in San Diego. However, I’m relocating to Santa Monica. I specialize on dietary needs.
- 4.6 from 13 guest reviews
- Speaks Spanish, English
- Starting at $145 each for parties of 13–20
What Daniela can cook for you
Each price is what one guest pays, and it holds only for the party size beside it.
Simple Asian Fusion
Enjoy a curated Asian Fusion experience with one choice each from appetizers like Octopus Carpaccio or Nigiri, first courses including sushi rolls or Korean Fried Chicken, main courses such as Tuna Katsu or Kalua Pig, and desserts like Macarons or Butter Mochi with Green Tea ice cream.
- Parties of 13–20USD$154 each
See the courses
- StarterChoose 1 dish
- Asian Octopus Carpaccio - Asian sauce , thinly sliced octopus cooked with panca chili
- Nikkei Fish Crudo - Northern halibut , aji amarillo cream , toasted wontons, avocado cream
- Ahí Tuna Sashimi
- Assorted Nigiri
- First CourseChoose 1 dish
- Assorted sushi Rolls - tuna , salmon, avocado , soy y tuna
- Avocado Primavera - Avocado stuffed with peas, corn, bell pepper , radish, aioli
- Salmon Tartar with avocado
- Korean Fried Chicken – Gochujang Glaze, Kimchi Scallion Salsa, Mushroom Crostini
- Miso Pumpkin and Butternut squash cream soup -With tomato confetti and coconut foam
- Miso Salad - Cucumber , fennel, edamame, carrots , radish and apple over chopped kale , mixed greens & miso dressing
- Main CourseChoose 1 dish
- Ahí Tuna Katsu - Jasmin rice, Asian slaw
- Chicken Katsu - Jasmin Rice , Asian Slaw
- Asian Lomo Saltado - Beef Tenderloin sautéed served over roasted potatoes with a side of rice
- Shrimp Fried Rice
- Kalua Pig sub fish or seafood) & Japanese sweet-potato Puree- Hawaiian traditionally made pulled pork , coconut sweet potatoes mashed potatoes and furikake roasted butternut squash. (Roasted Eggplant for vegetarian option
- DessertChoose 1 dish
- ASSORTED MACARONS
- Lemon Meringue Tart
- Butter Mochi & Green Tea ice cream - Traditional Japanese mochi, green tea ice cream , topped with sweet berries and sweet condensed milk
- Luscious Chocolate Cake
Simple Latin Cuisine
Enjoy a curated selection of Latin flavors with one dish chosen from each course: start with a vibrant appetizer like Aguachile de Res or Peruvian Cebiche, followed by a fresh first course such as Heirloom Tomato Panzanella Salad or Octopus Carpaccio. For the main, savor classics like Lomo Saltado or Ají de Gallina, and finish sweetly with desserts like Alfajores Strawberry Shortcake or Lemon Meringue Tart.
- Parties of 13–20USD$145 each
See the courses
- StarterChoose 1 dish
- Aguachile de Res - Black and blue filet mignon , lemon, cucumber, herbs , jalapeños , serranos
- Peruvian Cebiche
- Peruvian Fish Crudo -Pacific halibut , aji amarillo cream , toasted wontons, avocado cream
- Scallops on the half shell
- Shrimp & Tostones
- Shrimp Causa - Peruvian potato salad and shrimp dish
- Ahí Tuna Causa - Peruvian potato salad and ahi tuna
- First CourseChoose 1 dish
- Heirloom Tomato Panzanella Salad - Bell peppers, red onion, cucumbers, basil, capers, citrus vinaigrette
- Avocado Primavera - Avocado stuffed with peas, corn, bell pepper , radish, aioli
- Ceviche Tostada - Pacific halibut, lemon and lime marinade, avocado, onions, cilantro
- Calamari - celery root pure ,caviar, grapefruit supremes
- Heirloom + Burrata Caprese Salad
- Octopus Carpaccio - olive sauce , thinly sliced octopus cooked with panca chili and herbs
- Main CourseChoose 1 dish
- Lomo Saltado - Beef Tenderloin sautéed served over roasted potatoes with a side of rice
- Ají de Gallina - Shredded chicken , ají cream sauce , roasted potatoes , rice pilaf
- Arroz con Pollo
- Huancaina Fettuccini & Lomo Saltado
- Shrimp Saltado
- Carne Asada Tacos
- DessertChoose 1 dish
- Alfajores Strawberry Shortcake- Short bread cookies with Dulce de leche filling , strawberry sauce , and Vanilla ice cream
- Crema Volteada - Creme caramel
- Luscious Chocolate Cake
- Lemon Meringue Tart
Simple Mexican Cuisine
Enjoy a curated selection of authentic Mexican dishes. Choose one appetizer from fresh ceviches and aguachiles, followed by a first course featuring vibrant salads and guacamole. For the main course, savor traditional enchiladas, tacos, mole, or seafood. Finish with a delightful dessert like tres leches or churros.
- Parties of 7–12USD$145 each
See the courses
- StarterChoose 1 dish
- Aguachile de Res - Black and blue filet mignon , lemon, cucumber, herbs , jalapeños , serranos
- Ceviche Tostada - Pacific halibut, lemon and lime marinade, avocado, onions, cilantro
- Scallop Aguachile - Lemon marinated scallops , artisanal chiles , cucumber, tortilla crisp
- Crepe Florentine Spinach, caramelized onion, three cheeses in a crepe with balsamic reduction
- First CourseChoose 1 dish
- Santa Fe Local Tiger Shrimp Tostada - Avocado mouse , pickle radish , picked carrot, micro greens on corn tostada
- Avocado Primavera - Avocado stuffed with peas, corn, bell pepper , radish, aioli
- Homemade Guacamole & Chips
- Heirloom Tomato Panzanella Salad - Bell peppers, red onion, cucumbers, basil, capers, citrus vinaigrette
- Mexican Tortilla Salad
- Main CourseChoose 1 dish
- Herb Chicken White Enchiladas - Tomatillo sauce, purple corn tortillas , herb chicken , house enchilada sauce, queso fresco, gouda cream sauce. Salsa Fresca
- Carne Asada Tacos
- Chicken Mole - Mole sauce , shredded chicken, beans , rice
- Chilaquiles - traditional Mexican breakfast. Eggs , tortillas, salsa verde , queso fresco
- Herb crusted Salmon + roasted Peruvian blue potatoes + rocoto sweet bell pepper puree + cilantro mole
- Short Rib & Polenta -Tamales Verdes - Grass fed locally source short rib , Polenta made tamales verdes, pickled onion, serrano cream sauce
- DessertChoose 1 dish
- Crema Volteada - Creme caramel
- Alfajores Strawberry Shortcake- Short bread cookies with Dulce de leche filling , strawberry sauce , and Vanilla ice cream
- Luscious Chocolate Cake
- Mexican Bread Pudding - chocolate sauce, chocolate ice cream
- Churros & Ice Cream Sundaes- Berry compote , Dulce de leche, hot chocolate
- Tres Leches - Vanilla cake , sweet condensed milk, cream and dulce de leche. Berries
Simple Italian
Choose one dish from each course to enjoy a simple yet elegant Italian meal. Start with a fresh carpaccio or tartar, followed by a vibrant salad. For the main course, select from classic pasta dishes or chicken specialties. Finish with a delightful dessert like tiramisu or lemon meringue tart.
- Parties of 13–20USD$145 each
See the courses
- StarterChoose 1 dish
- CARPACCIO DI TONNO Ahi Tuna, Citrus Soy Reduction, Jalapeno
- Octopus Carpaccio - olive sauce , thinly sliced octopus cooked with panca chili and herbs
- Salmon Tartar
- Salmón Carpaccio
- First CourseChoose 1 dish
- Heirloom Tomato Panzanella Salad - Bell peppers, red onion, cucumbers, basil, capers, citrus vinaigrette
- Grilled Peaches & Burrata Salad - cucumbers, mixed greens, toasted nuts, mulberry-lemon vinaigrette
- Heirloom + Burrata Caprese Salad
- Bocconcini + Cherry Tomatoes Salad
- Main CourseChoose 1 dish
- Assorted Homemade flat bread / pizza
- Bucatini Carbonara - Pancetta , eggs , butter, Parmesan
- Chicken Parmesan - served over fresh pasta, eggplant or veg alternative parm for vegetarian option
- Chicken Piccata - served over fresh pasta
- Pesto Primavera - Ricotta Ravioli, homemade pesto, toasted pistachio
- DessertChoose 1 dish
- Chocolate Turrón A la Mode
- Lemon Meringue Tart
- Bourbon Brownies - Served with Hazelnut chocolate sauce
- Homemade Tiramisu
FRENCH BISTRO NIGHT (to be served feasting-style on shared platters)
Enjoy a French Bistro Night with shared platters featuring a curated selection: choose 2 appetizers like Seared Lamb Medallions or Crepe Florentine, 2 first courses including Goat Cheese Soufflé or Moules Marinières, 2 main courses such as Beef Tenderloin or Coq au Vin, and finish with 1 dessert from assorted macarons, crème brûlée, or lemon curd beignets.
- Parties of 3–6USD$185 each
See the courses
- StarterChoose 2 dishes
- Seared Lamb Medallions Rosemary, cumin, eggplant tapenade, and mint yogurt
- Crepe Florentine Spinach, caramelized onion, three cheeses in a crepe with balsamic reduction
- Seafood Risotto Arborio rice, cream, and fresh seasonal seafood
- Squash Ravioli AVEC POIRE Ambercup squash, shallot brown butter, and green with spiced pear chutney. and french baguette
- First CourseChoose 2 dishes
- SOUFFLE AU FROMAGE DE CHEVRE twice cooked goats cheese souffle, pickled radish, endive and candied walnuts
- Moules Marinières -Sailor-Style Mussels Recipe. And french baguette
- Sides POMMES SARLADAISE Crispy roast duck fat potatoes
- SALADE VERTE green leaf salad, Dijon vinaigrette
- Fennel Salade - Pamplemousse supremes, fennel, mix greens, chèvre , toasted almonds & a citrus vinaigrette
- Main CourseChoose 2 dishes
- Beef Tenderloin Roasted with a spicy chili infusion, served medium rare and topped with chimichurri salsa
- COQ AU VIN traditional chicken in red wine with bacon and button mushroom. Haricot white beans
- Coho Salmon Oven-roasted wild salmon with chervil kumquat pesto
- New Orleans Bouillabaisse / 19 Petite prawns, Andouille sausage, mirepoix and Cajun cream sauce served over red rice
- DessertChoose 1 dish
- ASSORTED MACARONS
- PETIT CREME BRULEE
- LEMON CURD BEIGNETS with cardamom sugar
Mediterranean Coast
Choose 2 appetizers from a vibrant selection including fresh fruit salad with hummus trio, pear carpaccio, octopus carpaccio, tuna carpaccio, artisanal charcuterie, Peruvian fish crudo, or seared lamb medallions. For first course, select 2 refreshing salads like Mediterranean, Caprese, or Shirazi. Main course offers 2 dishes from tender beef, seared scallops, branzino, chicken curry kebabs, lemon herbed chicken, lamb seco, or roasted lamb ribs.
- Parties of 3–6USD$175 each
See the courses
- StarterChoose 2 dishes
- Fruit Salad and Hummus Trio Crudité - seasonal veggies , and spicy, traditional and roasted tomato hummus. Assorted Flats Breads Basket - Lavash, Pita, Naan, and Tandoori bake flat breads. Olive tapenade, Roasted hummus spread, and herbed butter
- Pear Carpaccio - Pears , sundry tomatoes, cambozola, walnuts , herb vinaigrette
- Octopus Carpaccio - olive sauce , thinly sliced octopus cooked with panca chili and herbs
- CARPACCIO DI TONNO Ahi Tima, Citrus Soy Reduction, Jalapeno
- CHARCUTERIE Board: ⁃ Artisanal Cheese Boards- With assorted artisanal cheeses, (MANCHEGO, PARMESANO, Jarlsberg, gouda, ETC) assorted crackers, fruits, dry fruits and nuts. - Charcuterie and olives
- Peruvian Fish Crudo -Pacific halibut , aji amarillo cream , toasted wontons, avocado cream
- Seared Lamb Medallions Rosemary, cumin, eggplant tapenade, and mint yogurt
- First CourseChoose 2 dishes
- Feta & Watermelon
- Mediterranean Salad- Butter lettuce , cherry tomatoes, olives, feta , cucumber , fig crostini , lemon vinaigrette
- Mediterranean Pasta Salad Basil, sundry tomatoes, kalamata, Basil, feta, reg tom, cucumbers
- Avocado Primavera - Avocado stuffed with peas, corn, bell pepper , radish, aioli
- Caprese salad - Tomatoes , mozzarella , fresh basil, balsamic reduction
- Heirloom Tomato Panzanella Salad - Bell peppers, red onion, cucumbers, basil, capers, citrus vinaigrette
- Shirazi -Dolma Salad - Persian cucumber salad and dolmas over butter lettuce and Feta cheese
- Main CourseChoose 2 dishes
- Beef Tenderloin Roasted with a spicy chili infusion, served medium rare and topped with chimichurri salsa
- Seared Scallops with bell pepper sauce. Black Risotto, wild mushrooms
- Branzino over Roasted Potatoes
- Chicken Curry Kebabs - Rice pilaf , Mediterranean Salad
- Lemon Herbed Chicken Breast Roasted Honey Carrots on goat cream sauce & pistachio Roasted broccolini Roasted Potatoes
- Lamb Seco & Vermichelli Persian Pilaf Rice - Green Lamb stew , served with baby potatoes, carrots over Mediterranean basmati pilaf rice
- Roasted Lamb Ribs - roasted potatoes , roasted carrots glazed, cous cous
- DessertChoose 1 dish
- Chocolate Turrón A la Mode
- PETIT CREME BRULEE
- Pistachio Baklava
- LEMON CURD BEIGNETS with cardamom sugar
- Raspberry Cheesecake
- Fruit Tart - white chocolate covered crust , vanilla custard crème pâtissière, strawberries, blackberries, blueberries , raspberries
Asian Fusion
Experience a curated Asian Fusion menu featuring a choice of 2 appetizers like Assorted Nigiri and Shrimp Tempura, 2 first courses including Ahí Tuna Sashimi and Miso Pumpkin Soup, 2 main courses such as Asian Lomo Saltado and Seared Ahi Tuna, and a dessert selection of 1 from exquisite options like Assorted Macarons and Butter Mochi with Green Tea ice cream.
- Parties of 3–6USD$175 each
See the courses
- StarterChoose 2 dishes
- Assorted Nigiri
- Assorted sushi Rolls - tuna , salmon, avocado , soy y tuna
- Asian Pear Carpaccio
- California Ahi Tuna Poke on wonton chip - avocado , cucumbers, onions and jalapeño - dragon fruit cream
- Shrimp Tempura - glazed soy sauce
- First CourseChoose 2 dishes
- Ahí Tuna Sashimi
- Nikkei Peruvian Fish Crudo -Pacific halibut , aji amarillo cream , toasted wontons, avocado cream
- Korean Fried Chicken – Gochujang Glaze, Kimchi Scallion Salsa, Mushroom Crostini
- Asian Octopus Carpaccio - Asian sauce , thinly sliced octopus cooked with panca chili
- Miso Pumpkin and Butternut squash cream soup -With tomato confetti and coconut foam
- Miso Salad - Cucumber , fennel, edamame, carrots , radish and apple over chopped kale , mixed greens & miso dressing
- Main CourseChoose 2 dishes
- Asian Lomo Saltado - Beef Tenderloin sautéed served over roasted potatoes with a side of rice
- Ahí Tuna Katsu - Jasmin rice, Asian slaw
- Chicken Katsu - Jasmin Rice , Asian Slaw
- Kalua Pig sub fish or seafood) & Japanese sweet-potato Puree- Hawaiian traditionally made pulled pork , coconut sweet potatoes mashed potatoes and furikake roasted butternut squash. (Roasted Eggplant for vegetarian option
- Seared Ahi Tuna - Wasabi mashed potatoes , sautee -mirin alii , maitake and enoki mushrooms, soya glaze
- DessertChoose 1 dish
- ASSORTED MACARONS
- LEMON CURD BEIGNETS with cardamom sugar
- Butter Mochi & Green Tea ice cream - Traditional Japanese mochi, green tea ice cream , topped with sweet berries and sweet condensed milk
- Lemon Meringue Tart
- Fruit Tart - white chocolate covered crust , vanilla custard crème pâtissière, strawberries, blackberries, blueberries , raspberries
Latín Fusión
Experience a vibrant Latin fusion menu featuring a choice of 2 appetizers like Peruvian Cebiche and Ahi Tuna Poke, 2 first courses including Shrimp Peruvian Causa and Scallop Aguachile, 2 main courses such as Lomo Saltado and Herb Crusted Salmon, and a delightful dessert selection with 1 sweet treat like Alfajores Strawberry Shortcake.
- Parties of 13–20USD$165 each
See the courses
- StarterChoose 2 dishes
- Papas a la Huancaina - Roasted potatoes with huancaina sauce
- Peruvian Cebiche
- Peruvian Fish Crudo -Pacific halibut , aji amarillo cream , toasted wontons, avocado cream
- CARPACCIO DI TONNO Ahi Tima, Citrus Soy Reduction, Jalapeno
- Shrimp & Tostones
- First CourseChoose 2 dishes
- Avocado Primavera - Avocado stuffed with peas, corn, bell pepper , radish, aioli
- Shrimp Peruvian Causa - potato , shrimp, huancaina sauce, avocado
- Heirloom Tomato Panzanella Salad - Bell peppers, red onion, cucumbers, basil, capers, citrus vinaigrette
- Scallop Aguachile - Lemon marinated scallops , artisanal chiles , cucumber, tortilla crisp
- Aguachile de Res - Black and blue filet mignon , lemon, cucumber, herbs , jalapeños , serranos
- Main CourseChoose 2 dishes
- Lomo Saltado - Beef Tenderloin sautéed served over roasted potatoes with a side of rice
- Arroz con Pollo
- Herb crusted Salmon + roasted Peruvian blue potatoes + rocoto sweet bell pepper puree + cilantro mole
- Santa Maria Rub Tri-tip , Kabocha squash purée and roasted Brussels sprouts. Kimchi cream sauce
- Beef Tenderloin Roasted with a spicy chili infusion, served medium rare and topped with chimichurri salsa
- Ají de Gallina - Shredded chicken , ají cream sauce , roasted potatoes , rice pilaf
- DessertChoose 1 dish
- Alfajores Strawberry Shortcake- Short bread cookies with Dulce de leche filling , strawberry sauce , and Vanilla ice cream
- Chocolate Turrón A la Mode
- Churros & Ice Cream Sundaes- Berry compote , Dulce de leche, hot chocolate
- Luscious Chocolate Cake
- Mexican Bread Pudding - chocolate sauce, chocolate ice cream
- Lemon Meringue Tart
Meet Daniela
I am a profesional chef with over 15 years of experience and culinary training. I specialize on dietary need. I have been working with dietary needs for over 10 years, from SIBO to Celiac , KETO and Paleo. However I love cooking regular yummy food as well. I love doing fine dinning and California fresh styles. Also I’m from Peru so I do very delicious Peruvian food . I named my catering company after my grandmother Mara because I learn to cook with her.
What hosts say about Daniela
“Chef Daniela and her assistant were outstanding! The chef and the experience surpassed my expectations. Chef Daniela was very quick to respond and answered all my questions. She was also extremely accommodating to all of our dietary needs. She was on time, polite, and very friendly. The food was outstanding, all courses. I would 100% recommend Daniela, and I look forward to having her back soon.”
“Chef Daniella is professional, attentive, and adaptive. She could quickly turn situations around and make delicious food with limited supplies in our kitchen. She is communicative and wisdom as well. Love to have her again!”
“The food was terrific and the evening was wonderful. Definitely hire her asap!!”
“Daniela is a warm soul that provided a great service to my family. Throughout the planning phase, she was great at communicating ideas and providing solutions.”
“This was an amazing experience from start to finish! Chef Daniela prepared a menu of fantastic dishes with interesting stories behind each. I received this experience as a gift for my 60th birthday and it was a unique and unforgettable experience.”
“Daniela was the perfect addition to our dinner party - her service was truly 10/10. Her cooking was absolutely delicious, she went above and beyond to accommodate our guests’ dietary needs. Daniela’s energy was both beautiful and engaging, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for everyone. Communication leading up to the event was seamless and professional. …”
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