Private Chef Services by Rafael Molina
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Elevated Dining. Personalized Experience. Unforgettable Flavor.
Bring the elegance of Napa Valley’s wine country to your table. With nearly a decade of experience crafting fine dining experiences at Raymond Vineyards and for culinary icons like Jean-Charles Boisset and John Legend, Chef Rafael Molina offers bespoke private dining that transforms any gathering into a luxurious affair.
What’s Included
✔ Customized multi-course menus
✔ Seasonal and local ingredients (often from biodynamic gardens)
✔ Expert food and wine pairing experience
✔ On-site preparation and plating
✔ Personal interaction with the chef throughout the evening
Perfect for intimate dinners, private parties, winery events, and VIP experiences.
Signature Style
Chef Molina blends French culinary techniques with a creative flair inspired by nature, culture, and the seasons. Whether it’s Boeuf Bourguignon, a little gem salad with champagne vinaigrette, or a signature cherry clafoutis, every plate is a sensory journey.
Sample Menu
Explore a curated example of the unforgettable dishes Chef Rafael crafts for private dining experiences.
Appetizers
– Tomato & Mozzarella Crostini
– Gougère
– Deviled Quail Egg and Caviar
– Mini Quiche
1st Course
– Little Gem Salad with feta, champagne vinaigrette, micro radish, toasted almonds
Main Courses
– Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with mushrooms, peas, fingerling potatoes, and morel sauce
– Pan-Seared Beef Tenderloin with pomme purée, carrots, and bordelaise sauce
– Seared King Salmon with forbidden black rice and beurre rouge sauce
Desserts
– Buttermilk Panna Cotta with raspberry coulis and fresh berry compote
– Guittard Dark Chocolate Tartlet with salted caramel and chocolate ganache
– Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée
How to Book
Bookings are accepted through our online calendar or Instagram.
Please include:
– Event type and date
– Number of guests
– Location
– Any dietary preferences or themes
💳 Payment options: Invoice, in-person card, Venmo, Zelle, Apple Pay
📍 Based in Napa Valley – travel options available upon request