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Gradito

[ part. pass. di gradire ] /gra'dito/
welcome , appreciated , pleasant

Transform your home or office into a Michelin-quality restaurant with Gradito, the easiest way to hire a private chef. No traffic to the restaurant to deal with, or babysitter to organize. The most creative and talented chefs in your region are at your doorstep for an unforgettable shared experience.

With access to trusted and talented chefs and sommeliers at your fingertips, we’re opening the door to delicious and exclusive experiences. Welcome to high-end dining at home. Welcome to Gradito.

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How to Hire a Private Chef Using the Gradito App

Select the time and location of your event, and answer a few questions about your tastes and preferences.

We’ll match you with a highly-skilled chef based on your choices. Then, select from that chef's polished menus or create one together.

Add a sommelier and wine pairings to further elevate your personalized experience.

Your Gradito chef arrives before your event with all ingredients and cooking supplies, cleaning up afterwards to let you enjoy your evening.

Why gradito

How it started

'When I traveled throughout Italy by train, I did it to understand the flavors and to experience as many restaurants as I could. What I didn’t anticipate was that Italians completely embraced me and my goal to immerse myself in their food culture, even as a foreigner. The gracious hosting which I enjoyed while catching up with old friends, making new ones and experiencing Italy’s welcoming hospitality which is so embedded into their cultural fibers of life.

There was one word that touched me because it was always associated with warm hospitality: ‘gradito!’ Meaning ‘welcome!’ Whether it’s ospite gradito – a welcome guest – or cena granita – a welcome dinner – it represents everything we love about Italian wine and food culture in just one word. That feeling of gradito made every meal taste like a Michelin star experience.

- Founder Sean Kommer

How it started

Enjoy the ultimate private dining experience with a luxury private chef in NYC.

Relax with friends, family or colleagues while your chosen chef prepares a meal, unique to your tastes and dietary restrictions. Or, if you'd prefer, choose one of our top chef’s seasonal menus with or without wine pairings. Bring a first-class dining experience to your home, all without making a phone call or writing an email.

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Chef & Sommelier Spotlight

Chef
Joe

Chef joe

‘Born on Long Island, NY, into a large Italian family, Joe’s world revolved around food. Working as a private chef, he’s had the opportunity to cook for the likes of Hilary Clinton, Tony Blair, Bon Jovi, Gal Gadot and many others.'

Chef
Jeff

Chef jeff

'Chef Jeff is a New York native who was first inspired to cook by his grandmother. He has spent time training in all of Momofuku's restaurants including Seibo in Australia. Jeff currently works in NYC as a private chef.'

Chef
Dan

Chef dan

'Australian Chef hailing from Launceston, Tasmania. He has worked in some of the best restaurants in the world featuring countries such as Sweden, Italy, Belgium, UK, Denmark, Australia, and South Korea. Currently calling NYC his home, Dan has won 'The Best Young Chef in America' honors from San Pelegrino.

Sommelier
Mauro

Sommelier Mauro

Has travelled across wine country in France, Spain, Italy and Austria studying Viticulture. Growing up in coastal Massachusetts, Mauro has been a student of wine from a young age and has worked in the industry for over 20 years.

Sommelier
Nils

sommelier nils

Nils has over 20 years experience as a wine professional and working with vineyards. Nils splits his time between Brooklyn and East Hampton with his two daughters.