Private Chef · Peruvian & California Fresh
Daniela Perez Reyes
Santa Monica · Los Angeles
Peruvian flavours and California-fresh plates, built around any dietary need.
- 15Years cooking
- 13Reviews
- $105From / guest
About Daniela
The chef behind the table
Daniela is a Peruvian-born chef with more than fifteen years in professional kitchens and a genuine specialty that sets her apart: cooking, beautifully, for dietary needs. For over a decade she has built menus for guests navigating everything from celiac and SIBO to keto and paleo — proof that “restricted” and “delicious” belong on the same plate.
She learned to cook beside her grandmother Mara — the namesake of her catering company — before training formally at The Art Institute and Le Cordon Bleu. Her cooking leans into fine dining and bright, California-fresh plates, with the Peruvian classics she grew up on woven throughout: ceviche, tiradito, causa and lomo saltado.
Now relocating to Santa Monica, Daniela brings a calm, creative energy she calls “cooking with Aloha,” a habit she picked up over six years living in Hawai‘i. Expect thoughtful plating, genuine care for your table’s needs, and food that feels both indulgent and considered.
From the kitchen
A look at the plates
Sample menus
What Daniela can cook for you
Every menu is a starting point — each one is tailored to your guests and occasion.
Background
Training & experience
- Culinary training — Le Cordon Bleu & The Art Institute
- 10+ years cooking for dietary needs (celiac, keto, paleo, SIBO)
- 15+ years in fine dining & Peruvian cuisine
Guest reviews
What hosts say about Daniela
“Chef Daniela and her assistant were outstanding — the experience surpassed my expectations. She was extremely accommodating to all of our dietary needs, and the food was outstanding across every course. I would 100% recommend her.”
“Daniela was the perfect addition to our dinner party — her service was truly 10/10. Her cooking was absolutely delicious and she went above and beyond to accommodate our guests’ dietary needs, with an energy that made everyone feel welcome.”
“Chef Daniela is professional, attentive, and adaptive. She quickly turned situations around and made delicious food even with limited supplies in our kitchen. Love to have her again!”
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