2025-26 On-Site Cooking Classes, Cooking Shows & Private Chef Services

Executive Chef Giuseppe Urbano Serving Sarasota, Siesta Beach, Nokomis, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch

Experience a professional cooking show or hands-on class in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether for entertainment, education, or a family-style meal, Chef Giuseppe brings the restaurant experience to you.

Pricing & Rates

• 2 People: $100 per hour + cost of food

• 3–4 People: $150 per hour + cost of food

• Minimum Service: 4 hours (Includes 1 hour of shopping and 3 hours of on-site cooking/service).

• Guest Limit: Maximum of 4 guests per party (Family Style service).

• Travel Fee: No fee for zip code 34231. All other local zip codes incur a travel fee of $2.50 per mile.

• Taxes: A 7% local and state sales tax will be added to the total.

Booking & Payment

• Service Prepayment: Required to secure your booking.

• Food Costs: The cost of ingredients is not included in the hourly rate. An electronic invoice for the groceries will be sent and must be paid before the start of the event.

• Cancellation: A $50 cancellation fee applies.

• Accepted Payments: Major credit cards, checks, cash, PayPal, and Zelle.

• Grocery Policy: The service of shopping for groceries is complimentary (the time spent shopping is included in the minimum hours).

What Is Included

We provide a comprehensive service to make your event stress-free:

• Consultation: Complimentary menu planning and site visits (up to 2 hours) for select zip codes.* Additional consulting is available at $30/hour.

• Equipment: Professional, healthy cookware, utensils, and induction burners brought to the site.

• Service: Food and beverage service during the meal.

• Cleanup: Full cleanup of the kitchen and equipment, including dishwasher loading.

• Packaging: Packaging of any leftovers.

• Professionalism: Fully insured (liability, cyber, and professional), business licensed, and Food Safety Manager certified.

Setup & Menus

How it works:

1. Wish List: Send your recipe requests via email or text. Typical menus include two appetizers (one hot, one cold) and a main course (pasta or risotto). Ciabatta bread is included.

2. Estimate: Chef Giuseppe will provide a menu proposal and estimated grocery cost for your approval.

3. Beverages & Desserts: The Chef does not prepare desserts or buy drinks. However, if you provide store-bought or homemade desserts and beverages, service is included.

Customer Requirements

To ensure a successful event, the following on-site amenities are required:

• Kitchen: An on-site customer kitchen with a sink (running water) and a table/counter with chairs.

• Appliances: Two functional electrical outlets and a working dishwasher. (A stove is preferred but not required; portable induction burners are provided).

• Dinnerware: Plates, glasses, and flatware (forks, knives, and spoons).

• Access: Unloading clearance and parking within walking distance.

Policies

• Bartending: Not provided.

• Conduct: The Chef does not consume alcohol and does not stay for social activities post-service.

Ready to Book?

Contact me to check availability! Phone: 941-536-8860 Email: chefgiuseppeurbano@gmail.com Learn more: [Link to Executive Chef Giuseppe Urbano Bio]

Complimentary site visit zip codes: 34231, 34232, 34237, 34243, 34242, 34239, 34275, and 34286.