One of the most common questions I get is simple: “Do you only cook dinner, or can you do breakfast and lunch too?” The short answer is yes to all three — a private chef in Jacó is as flexible as your vacation. As your Jaco Beach Chef, I build meal plans around how your group actually wants to eat. Everything here is at www.jacobeachchef.com.
Breakfast at the villa
Breakfast is a favorite for family groups and anyone who wants a slow start. Think fresh tropical fruit, Costa Rican gallo pinto, eggs any style, batidos (fresh fruit smoothies), and strong local coffee — served on the terrace while the day warms up. No rushing out to a café with a big group; the kitchen comes to you.
Lunch between adventures
Lunch works beautifully on beach-and-pool days. Lighter plates — ceviche, grilled fish tacos, fresh salads, burgers for the kids — keep everyone fueled without the midday slump. If your group is heading out to surf or zipline, I can time lunch around your plans so it's ready when you get back.
Dinner as the main event
Dinner is where a private chef really shines. A fresh seafood feast, a Costa Rican grill night, or a multi-course celebration — served course by course at your table as the sun goes down. Browse the sample menus to see the range.
Shopping and cleanup are always included
Whatever meals you choose, the work is mine, not yours. I handle every grocery run to Jacó's local markets for the freshest produce and the day's best catch, I cook everything fresh in your villa's kitchen, and I leave the space spotless when I'm done. You never set foot in a supermarket or face a sink full of dishes on vacation. That holds true whether you book a single welcome dinner or breakfast, lunch, and dinner across a full week with a big group — the service is complete either way, so the only thing on your plate is enjoying the meal.
Mix and match across your stay
Most groups don't book every meal — they pick the ones that matter. A welcome dinner the first night, breakfast on a lazy morning, a big grill on the final evening. You tell me your dates and which meals you want, and I handle shopping, cooking, serving, and cleanup for each one. See how the full service works at our services page.
Try it free on Day 1
Booking a villa? Right now I offer free chef services on Day 1 of your stay — a no-risk way to taste the experience and decide which meals to add for the rest of the week. Everything is explained at www.jacobeachchef.com.
Build your meal plan
Whether it's one special dinner or breakfast, lunch, and dinner all week, I make the food the easiest part of your Jacó trip. Message me on WhatsApp with your dates and group size and we'll shape a plan that fits.