{"id":24009,"date":"2026-06-14T09:28:25","date_gmt":"2026-06-14T01:28:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/?p=24009"},"modified":"2026-06-19T13:14:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T05:14:56","slug":"chef-in-private-villa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/chef-in-private-villa\/","title":{"rendered":"Luxury Villas With Private Chefs: Everything Travellers Need To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<blockquote>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Summary: <\/span><\/b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">From handling fussy kids to flexible meal times, luxury villas offer personalised menus, cultural immersion and convenience. Read on to know how in-villa dining and private chefs are transforming family travel, and how more luxury travellers are choosing private chef services over hotel restaurants.<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1480514\" data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2670\">Who This Guide Is Designed For<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2699\">This guide is designed for:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"3194\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1r4wb5d\" data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2754\">Families travelling with children or grandparents<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"zutptm\" data-start=\"2755\" data-end=\"2811\">Luxury travellers choosing between villas and hotels<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o2vfek\" data-start=\"2867\" data-end=\"2927\">Travellers with dietary restrictions or food preferences<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1v6ndl4\" data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"3000\">Guests considering fully staffed villas in Bali, Phuket or Koh Samui<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"au56ti\" data-start=\"3066\" data-end=\"3125\">Parents looking for flexible mealtimes while travelling<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"kcqs2w\" data-start=\"3126\" data-end=\"3194\">First-time villa guests wondering how private chef services work<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Picture this: it is 8am in <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/koh-samui-rental-villas\/thailand-villas\/\">Koh Samui<\/a><\/strong>.&nbsp;The Gulf of Thailand shimmers beyond the infinity pool. Your youngest is still asleep&nbsp;while the&nbsp;teens&nbsp;are already splashing around outside. And in the villa kitchen, your private chef is quietly assembling a breakfast spread.&nbsp;Fresh tropical fruit, perfectly scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, buttery French toast,&nbsp;and&nbsp;a pot of good coffee;&nbsp;ready the moment each family member wanders in.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">No buffet queues or reservations. Or negotiating with a menu that isn\u2019t quite right. Just food prepared for you exactly how you like it.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This is the everyday reality of staying in a fully staffed<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/all_villas\/\"> luxury villa<\/a><\/strong>.&nbsp;And it is one of the most underrated&nbsp;advantages of choosing a private villa over a hotel. For families, a private in-villa chef does not just improve the food; it changes the entire shape of your holiday.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">What Does a Private Chef Service Include?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Elite Havens, a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/magazine\/elite-talk-with-chef-tanaka-san-of-niseko-gourmet\/\">private chef<\/a><\/strong> is a standard feature across most fully staffed villas. But what does that&nbsp;actually mean&nbsp;in practice?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Typically, a private chef service at an Elite Havens villa includes:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Daily breakfast included&nbsp;in your villa rate, prepared fresh each morning to order<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lunch and dinner on request, prepared in the villa kitchen with fresh market-sourced ingredients&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Full dietary customisation&nbsp;for&nbsp;vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, halal, low- sodium, allergy-conscious, and more<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Children\u2019s menus adapted for fussy eaters, served at times that suit the kids\u2019&nbsp;schedule<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Special occasion dining \u2013 birthday cakes, celebration dinners, themed feasts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Add-on extras such as private cooking classes, market tours with the chef and bespoke tasting menus<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_12152\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12152\" class=\"lazyload size-large wp-image-12152\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27683%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201024%20683%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%273683%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/11.-Villa-Kalyani-Chef-and-their-tantalising-cuisine-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-12152\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chef at Villa Kalyani<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">How Are Meals Charged at Private Villas?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Breakfast is often included in the villa rate and served complimentary when you book an elite haven. For other meals, you are charged only for the cost of ingredient (charged at market price plus a small surcharge, typically very reasonable in Southeast Asia), while the chef\u2019s time and expertise come included. According to Elite Havens booking data, at many villas, guests find that eating in costs a fraction of comparable restaurant dining, with results that often exceed expectations.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/japan-private-chalets\/\">Chalets in Japan<\/a><\/strong> are usually self-catering. Certain chalets may include a starter pack if booked via the Elite Havens website.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why Hire&nbsp;a&nbsp;Private Chef&nbsp;for Your Villa Stay?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Well, why&nbsp;would you&nbsp;not? Hiring one&nbsp;<strong>frees up&nbsp;your time<\/strong>,&nbsp;so that you can all relax and enjoy the holiday rather than worry about daily needs. It&nbsp;eliminates friction&nbsp;in relationships&nbsp;and turns mealtimes into genuine highlights of your holiday.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A villa with a private chef operates entirely on&nbsp;your&nbsp;schedule. Meals&nbsp;are served whenever you want them. If the kids want to eat earlier, while you enjoy a sundowner, it is easily arranged. Barbecue on the lawns? No problem.&nbsp;The&nbsp;menu&nbsp;is&nbsp;customised to&nbsp;whatever&nbsp;your group wants&nbsp;to&nbsp;eat,&nbsp;and the chef will happily&nbsp;adapt&nbsp;to every dietary requirement without&nbsp;a&nbsp;fuss.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload aligncenter size-large wp-image-24060\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27576%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201024%20576%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%273576%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/cover-for-articles-35-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\"><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Flexibility in Dining &#8211; A Key Villa Holiday Benefit<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Flexibility&nbsp;and customisation&nbsp;might be the&nbsp;two&nbsp;greatest&nbsp;benefits&nbsp;of in-villa dining. On holiday, no two days look the same. Some mornings you want to sleep in and have brunch poolside at noon. Other days, the kids are up at six and demanding pancakes. When you have a private chef, none of this requires planning.&nbsp;You simply communicate your preferences, and it happens.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/baan-puri-villa\/lipa-noi-koh-samui-thailand.aspx\"><strong>Baan Puri<\/strong>,<\/a> a six-bedroom beachfront villa on Koh Samui\u2019s tranquil west coast, bookable through&nbsp;Elite&nbsp;Havens,&nbsp;guests repeatedly describe this freedom as a revelation.&nbsp;Long-time returning guests, the Shroff family, put it directly: the chef at Baan Puri serves everyone, from babies to grandparents, steak-lovers to vegetarians \u2013 and nothing is ever too much.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18324\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18324\" class=\"lazyload size-full wp-image-18324\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Chef-Max.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Chef-Max.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27576%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201024%20576%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%273576%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Chef-Max-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Chef-Max-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Chef-Max.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18324\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chef Max of Baan Puri<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dietary Requirements and Genuine Customisation<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Managing dietary requirements at a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/magazine\/why-are-families-choosing-luxury-villas-over-hotels-for-holidays\/\"><strong>hotel<\/strong><\/a> restaurant is an exercise in managed disappointment. At a villa, it is the opposite. Elite Havens\u2019 private chefs are trained to handle a wide range of dietary needs: vegan, vegetarian, halal, coeliac, nut-free, dairy-free, diabetic-friendly and more. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Before arrival, guests are invited to share their preferences and requirements. The chef builds menus&nbsp;based on&nbsp;these.&nbsp;Another&nbsp;guest&nbsp;who stayed at&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/baan-puri-villa\/lipa-noi-koh-samui-thailand.aspx\">Baan Puri<\/a><\/strong> noted that the chef had catered to their vegetarian <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/magazine\/five-best-thai-vegan-dishes-to-try\/\">diet<\/a><\/strong> and taken the time to learn entirely new dishes.&nbsp;The guest&nbsp;described the resulting conversations around the table as some of the most memorable moments of their stay.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_17504\" style=\"width: 829px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17504\" class=\"lazyload size-large wp-image-17504\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%27819%27%20height%3D%271024%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%20819%201024%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%27819%27%20height%3D%2731024%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/jscmila_20200921_1-1-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-17504\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Travel Influencer Jessica enjoying her floating breakfast<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why Fussy Kids Love Villa Meals&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Any parent who has taken<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/magazine\/bali-family-dining-guide-10-must-visit-kid-friendly-restaurants-cafes-beach-clubs\/\">young children<\/a><\/strong> to a fine-dining destination will know the&nbsp;peculiar&nbsp;anxiety of mealtimes abroad.&nbsp;Local cuisines&nbsp;that are&nbsp;unfamiliar&nbsp;to kids&nbsp;are often rejected.&nbsp;Menus devoid of comfort dishes like cheese&nbsp;pasta&nbsp;make it difficult to find something suitable.&nbsp;Restaurants&nbsp;close&nbsp;too early or open too late.&nbsp;The result is frantic supermarket trips, hotel room snacks, and mealtimes that feel more stressful than celebratory.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A private chef eliminates&nbsp;all&nbsp;this. The chef will prepare exactly what each child wants \u2013 even if it\u2019s plain rice, buttered noodles or a grilled cheese&nbsp;sandwich&nbsp;\u2013 without disrupting the adults\u2019&nbsp;dining experience. No worrying about what\u2019s&nbsp;(not)&nbsp;on the menu. The kids eat what they like when they\u2019re hungry, and the adults can enjoy a proper meal in peace.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload aligncenter size-large wp-image-4299\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27576%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201024%20576%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%273576%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Cute-kid-at-breakfast-in-the-Maldives-Amilla-Beach-Villa-Residences-e1593420321721-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\"><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Different Timings&nbsp;for&nbsp;Kids&nbsp;and Adults<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the most practical and overlooked advantages of a private chef is the ability to run two entirely separate dining schedules under the same roof. Children typically eat earlier, more simply, and with less patience for extended dining. Adults want to linger over cocktails and a leisurely dinner. In a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/magazine\/10-top-reasons-why-you-should-book-a-private-villa-for-your-next-stay\/\">hotel<\/a><\/strong>, reconciling these two realities is almost impossible without someone compromising. In a villa, the chef feeds the children at 6pm and has the adults\u2019&nbsp;dinner ready when they\u2019re ready.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cultural Immersion Delivered&nbsp;to&nbsp;Your Table<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There is a version of a villa holiday where you never really leave the property, and this is equally valid and deeply pleasurable. For guests who want to engage with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/magazine\/experience-asia-like-a-local-live-like-royalty\/\">local culture<\/a><\/strong> without moving an inch, the private chef becomes an unexpected boon. Discover the destination through its food, one meal at a time.&nbsp; <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Private chefs at Elite Havens\u2019 villas are also happy to take guests along to the farmer\u2019s local market, pointing out unusual tropical ingredients, explaining the provenance of produce, and transforming what might be an intimidating experience into a genuinely joyful one. The fresh seafood at<a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/villa-semarapura-villa\/sesehtanah-lot-bali-indonesia.aspx\"><strong> Villa Semarapura<\/strong><\/a> in Bali, for instance, is sourced directly from the local fishing village a short distance away. Guests taste the coast, not a supply chain.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Guests also appreciate that many villa chefs are happy to share their expertise. Private cooking classes in your own kitchen are a popular add-on at several Elite Havens properties, including <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/villa-anandita-villa\/tanjung-lombok-indonesia.aspx\">The Anandita<\/a><\/strong>. It\u2019s a memorable and meaningful skill to take home from destinations like Bali or Thailand.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_24061\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-24061\" class=\"lazyload size-large wp-image-24061\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/article-photos-as-of-august-2025-56.png\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/article-photos-as-of-august-2025-56.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27576%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201024%20576%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%273576%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/article-photos-as-of-august-2025-56-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/article-photos-as-of-august-2025-56.png 1024w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-24061\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Private cooking class at the Iman Villa<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Practical Value&nbsp;of&nbsp;a&nbsp;Private Chef: Is It Really Worth It?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The chef\u2019s labour is typically included in the villa\u2019s nightly rate at fully staffed properties. You pay only for the ingredients, at local market prices&nbsp;(plus taxes and surcharge). In Southeast Asia, this is extremely cost-effective. Fresh fish, tropical produce, locally grown vegetables,&nbsp;and quality protein are all significantly cheaper than in Europe, Australia or North America.&nbsp;And&nbsp;the chef\u2019s ability to buy well from known suppliers means you\u2019re also getting the freshest ingredients available.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Compare this to hotel dining: a family of six eating breakfast, lunch and dinner at a five-star resort will spend significantly more across ten days than the same family dining predominantly in-villa with a private chef. And the quality and personalisation&nbsp;are&nbsp;uniformly higher.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_15134\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15134\" class=\"lazyload size-full wp-image-15134\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/chef-naam-sawan.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/chef-naam-sawan.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27576%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201024%20576%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%273576%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/chef-naam-sawan-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/chef-naam-sawan-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/chef-naam-sawan.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-15134\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chef at Villa Naam Sawan<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why&nbsp;A Private Chef Is&nbsp;a&nbsp;Genuine Game&nbsp;Changer<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/magazine\/the-changing-face-of-luxury-travel\/\"><strong>Luxury travel<\/strong><\/a> has evolved significantly.&nbsp;Today\u2019s discerning&nbsp;travellers aren\u2019t looking for opulent lobbies and&nbsp;chocolates on their pillow.&nbsp;They are&nbsp;looking for genuine&nbsp;hospitality, authentic&nbsp;experiences,&nbsp;true&nbsp;privacy,&nbsp;and the feeling of being at home somewhere extraordinary. Private dining sits at the heart of this shift.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The shift from hotel to villa has been building for over a decade,&nbsp;and it now represents a mainstream preference among families and groups who have experienced it. The in-villa private chef is not a luxury add-on to this experience; it is the foundation of it, redefining luxury travel.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1txvet3\" data-start=\"3458\" data-end=\"3498\">FAQs About Villas With Private Chefs<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"3500\" data-end=\"3554\">Is a private chef included in luxury villa stays?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3555\" data-end=\"3708\">At many fully staffed Elite Havens villas, the chef\u2019s services are included in the nightly rate, while ingredients are charged separately at market cost.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3710\" data-end=\"3773\">Are private villa chefs suitable for dietary restrictions?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3774\" data-end=\"3909\">Yes. 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Flexible mealtimes and customised menus make villa dining significantly easier for families travelling with children.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4451\" data-end=\"4491\">Can guests request cooking classes?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4492\" data-end=\"4589\">According to Elite Havens Villa Specialists, many villas offer private cooking classes and market tours with the chef as optional experiences.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From handling fussy kids to flexible\u00a0meal times, luxury villas offer personalised menus, cultural immersion and convenience. 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