Private chef at the finca: How much it costs and how the evening unfolds

In short: A private chef comes to your finca with fresh ingredients, cooks, and serves the meal on-site. At WOW FINCA, an evening for eight guests costs from around 530 euros for paella to around 820 euros for tapas or a five-course meal, depending on the format—that’s about 66 to 103 euros per person. The larger the group, the lower the price per head.

Eventually, in every group holiday, there comes an evening when everyone wants something special, but nobody wants to make reservations, drive, or cook. Getting twelve people into a restaurant in Mallorca in August is a discipline in its own right. And who’s driving back afterwards? The more elegant solution: the restaurant comes to you. On your terrace, at your own table, overlooking your own pool.

What does a private chef do at the finca?

A private chef brings the ingredients, freshly prepares the food in your finca, and serves it. For paella, they even bring the large pan and a professional burner, so it is cooked right there in front of your eyes outside. You sit at the table, enjoy a glass of wine, and don't have to worry about a thing. That is exactly the point: not luxury for its own sake, but an evening where no one in the group has to play host.

The four formats

Paella Solo

Large pan, open fire, really good paella: choose between Paella Mixta with chicken, vegetables, and seafood, or Paella Marisco with fish, mussels, prawns, and saffron. The most straightforward format and the cheapest per person. To Paella Solo

Paella & Tapas

First five Mediterranean tapas, then the paella from the large pan, dessert included. The classic choice for groups who want a long evening. To Paella & Tapas

Tapas Solo

Eight to ten different dishes for the center of the table: gambas al ajillo, pimientos de Padrón, burrata, jamón, octopus, or tuna tataki. Ideal if everyone wants to try a bit of everything and nobody wants to commit to one main dish. To Tapas Solo

Fine-Dining

A three, four, or five-course menu, freshly cooked and plated: burrata, fresh fish, fine meat, herbs, good olive oil, and a sweet finish. The format for birthdays, anniversaries, and the last evening. To Fine-Dining

What does a private chef cost in Mallorca?

The price depends on three things: the format, the number of guests, and travel distance. Our chefs set off from Colònia de Sant Pere; if your finca is more than 40 kilometers away, there is an additional travel fee of 75 euros. Here are the prices for a finca within a 40-kilometer radius:

As of: October 2026. You can see the current price for your specific number of guests directly on the respective offer page.

Part of the price is fixed because the chef, travel, and equipment costs remain the same regardless of whether there are four or fourteen guests at the table. That is why a private chef becomes significantly cheaper per person for larger groups. If you are splitting the evening as a group, simply enter the bill into the group ledger in the WOW PLANER, which calculates who owes whom what.

Private chef or restaurant?

Honestly: for four people, a good restaurant in town is often the simpler choice. From six, eight, or more guests, the math changes. In a restaurant, you pay per person for food, drinks, and service, plus the cost of two taxis or a designated driver who has to drink water all evening. At the finca, you pay for the chef, you bring your own drinks, and after dessert, the way to bed is twenty steps long. Plus, there is the factor that is hard to express in euros: children can get up from the table without anyone rolling their eyes. No one is waiting for the check. And the evening ends when it's over, not when the restaurant closes.

How the evening works

1. Booking: Select the format, number of guests, and date. Ideally a few days in advance, or earlier during peak season.
2. Coordination: Inform us of any allergies, vegetarians, and children in advance so the chef can plan accordingly.
3. Arrival: The chef arrives with everything needed for the meal.
4. Enjoy: The food is cooked and served at your finca, you just stay seated.
5. Keep partying: No one needs to drive. The walk to bed is short.
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Tips for a successful evening

• Organize drinks yourself: Order wine, cava, and water conveniently via the WOW MART.
• Choose the right night: Not the day of arrival, but the middle or end of the week once everyone has settled in.
• Set the table outside: Lighting, candles, music. The evening will take care of the rest.
• Plan for children: Paella and tapas usually work better with children than a five-course meal.

Gassi once tried to cook a paella for twelve people himself. He had a recipe, a pan, and a lot of confidence. After eight minutes, he also had a cloud of smoke and eleven spectators with opinions. He has been a convinced guest ever since.

The Private Chef is one of many wishes that the WOW CONCIERGE can make possible, alongside fridge filling, yoga, boat trips, or childcare. And if you are still looking for the right finca for the big table: Fincas for groups on Mallorca.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a private chef cost in a finca in Mallorca?

At WOW FINCA, an evening for eight guests within a 40-kilometer radius costs from 531 euros for paella to 821 euros for tapas or a five-course menu, which is about 66 to 103 euros per person. With twelve guests, the price drops to about 54 to 88 euros per person (as of October 2026).

What does the private chef bring?

The chef brings the fresh ingredients and cooks in your finca. For paella, they also bring the large pan and a professional burner.

For how many people can one book a private chef?

The formats at WOW FINCA are bookable for 1 to 16 guests. For larger groups, simply inquire with the WOW CONCIERGE.

Is there a travel surcharge?

Our chefs set off from Colònia de Sant Pere. If your finca is more than 40 kilometers away, a surcharge of 75 euros applies.

How early should I book a private chef?

It is best to book a few days before the desired evening; in the high season (July and August), it is better to book earlier. It is best to mention any allergies and vegetarian requests at the time of booking.