Private Chef Experience: Spanish Paella Party
About this experience
Bring the bold, vibrant flavors of Spain straight to your kitchen with this private chef experience in New York City!
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What's Included
- Virgin Gifts exclusive 4-hour private chef experience
- Expert Chef featured in The New York Times, USA Today, and more
- Enjoy five tapas of your choice while sipping fresh sangria
- Savor authentic paella and end with dessert
- Relax while your Chef handles all the prep, cooking, and clean-up!
What happens on the day
Get ready for the ultimate Spanish-inspired meal—all from the comfort of your own home!
Your 4-hour experience kicks off when Chef Mark Tafoya arrives at your doorstep. Sit back and relax while Mark handles all the meal prepping, cooking, and cleaning. Start with five authentic tapas of your choice, from spinach and raisin empanadillas to pimiento tartlets, patatas bravas, ham croquettes, and more. You’ll also enjoy a fresh batch of red or white sangria (alcohol is not included and must be provided by the host).
Then, for the main event, you’ll sit down and savor a heavenly batch of paella, with several varieties to choose from, including classic chicken and chorizo, seafood, vegetarian, or even black rice paella with squid ink. To finish, indulge in one of three Spanish desserts: crema de chocolate, crema catalana, or frisuelos con manzanas.
About the Chef: Chef Mark Tafoya is the co-owner and Executive Producer of the Culinary Media Network, and has been featured in the New York Times, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Bon Appetit, and more. In addition to being an accomplished Chef, Mark is a Yale graduate, is extremely personable, and will create a positive and relaxing evening for you and your guests!
Availability
When Do I Choose A Date?
Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions, and your experience with us begins!
Year-Round:
Daily - Pending Chef's availability
*Rates do not apply for Valentine's Day or holidays
Important Details
Essential Information
- Gratuity for your chef is not included but is appreciated if you enjoy the experience
- Additional servers are available upon request, parties requiring additional servers will incur additional fees
- Kitchen facilities with a stove and oven are required for this experience
- Chef will work with you to customize menu selections to your preferences
- Additional travel fees will apply for areas outside of Manhattan
- Alcohol is not included and must be provided by the host
- Guests must be at least 21 years old to consume alcohol
Duration
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Weather Dependent
FAQs
What type of food is served?
Menu items are subject to change
- Red Sangria or White Sangria
Tapas (choose 5)
- Spinach & Raisin Empanadillas
- Pimiento Tartlets
- Tortilla Española with Chorizo and Peas
- Banderillas: Pickled Veg on toothpicks with anchovies
- Patatas Bravas: Crispy potatoes with spicy garlic aioli
- Croquetas de Jamón (Ham croquettes)
- Croquetas de Seta (Mushrooms croquettes)
- Banderillas de chorizo, manchego y aceitunas (olives)
- Pan con tomate (crusty crostini rubbed with tomato and olive oil)
- Pimientos del Padrón (small blistered green peppers served with salt)
- Albondigas (small glazed meatballs)
- Fried Cauliflower with Spicy Dipping Sauce
- Roasted Mushrooms with Garlic
- Boquereones en vinagre (sardines with vinegar and garlic)
- Gazpacho shooters
Premium Tapas (additional fees)
- Pulpo a la Gallega (Grilled Octopus)
- Gambas al Ajillo (Grilled Giant Prawns with garlic)
Main Course Paellas
- Classic Paella Valenciana (Saffron rice, chicken, chorizo, vegetables)
- Paella de Marisco (Shrimp and mixed seafood)
- Paella Mixta (Mix of seafood and meats)
- Paella Negra (Black Rice Paella with squid ink)
- Paella de Verduras (Vegetarian Paella)
Premium (Additional fees)
- Lobster Paella
Dessert
- Flan
- Cremas de Chocolate: Bitter Chocolate Mousse
- Crema Catalana (Cream Custard with Burnt Sugar)
- Frisuelos con Manzanas (Apple-stuffed Crepes)
Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations
Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Gifts.
Cancellation Policy
Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, no returns are allowed. However, rescheduling is allowed free of charge with at least 3 weeks notice prior to your booked date. Rescheduling between 10 - 21 days prior to your booked date requires a $50 fee. No rescheduling will be allowed within 10 days of your booked date.
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