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Chef Dean Karatas, Culinary Specialist/ Personal Chef

Culinary Specialist

Chef Dean Karatas, Culinary Specialist/ Personal Chef

Culinary Specialist

About Chef Dean

Who is Chef Dean?

Chef Dean Karatas was born in Istanbul and has lived in Geneva, New York, Aspen, and Los Angeles. He studied Hotel Business management at Le Ecole Internationale and then Suisse and Culinary arts at Le Cordon Bleu. He currently splits his time between Palm Desert, California and Aspen, Colorado.

Chef Dean started his career as a young cook working in fine dining establishments like the legendary French restaurant L'Orangerie in Beverly Hills, and serving at the Beverly Hills Four Seasons as a fine dining cook.

He has worked for many world-renowned organizations like the Island Hotel in Newport Beach, Takashimaya 5th Ave. in New York City, and the Los Angeles Convention Center. He has also cooked for Los Angeles movie studios Sony Pictures and Paramount Pictures, in capacities from bus boy to corporate chef, and has spent years working as personal chef for a number of celebrities and high-profile clients in Beverly Hills and the Palm Springs desert area.

Chef Dean has helped to successfully conceptualize, design, open, and operate many different restaurants nationwide during his career that has spanned over two decades. Now his enjoying cooking as a personal Chef ( home chef ) and other food services in the desert area.

His cuisine is Modern European, Italian, Ottoman-style Eastern European, and American with an emphasis on local, fresh, and sustainable ingredients. He’s also well-versed and comfortable cooking for those looking for Gluten-free, keto, vegan, Kosher, and vegetarian dishes.

Chef Dean continues to refine his knowledge and technique, treating each day as a chance to learn something new and to share the knowledge he has gained with those lucky enough to dine at his table.

Chef Dean is now available for bookings in Palm Springs, CA.

PERSONAL CHEF

FULL-TIME CHEF

PERSONAL CHEF

I can create a menu based on your preferences to enjoy in the comfort of your home in Palm Desert. Simply tell me what you're craving!

CATERING

FULL-TIME CHEF

PERSONAL CHEF

Cream cheese and smoked salmon with beluga on mille feuille.

I can provide catering services in Palm Springs for weddings, birthdays, corporate events and more.

FULL-TIME CHEF

Enjoy the services of a private chef during your holidays in Palm Desert.

HOME DELIVERY

CULINARY CONSULTANT

FULL-TIME CHEF

we can deliver to your door, Ask fot the delivery lunch and dinner menu.

CULINARY CONSULTANT

Hire me as a culinary consultant in Palm Springs to help you with your restaurant.

CULINARY CONSULTANT

Five Course Menu Ideas

Amuse Bouche

Rare Filet Mignon on mille feuille , and Horseradish

Soup

Cream of Chilliwack corn soup, marinated lobster, with butter Calabrian chilies

Appetizer

Butternut squash Arancini, parmigiano reggiano cream, crispy sage

Entree

Roasted Peace Country lamb saddle, Fava beans, oven dried tomatoes, braised lamb neck, stuffed squash blossom, genovese basil, natural jus.
Cider Glazed Pork Belly, Red Cabbage Purée, Baked Apple, Braised Cabbage, Apple Sauce

Dessert

Strawberry/Rhubarb “Mini" Tostadas:
Crisp Cinnamon Corn Tortilla, Strawberry/Rhubarb Compote, Candied Rhubarb, Strawberry Brûlée, Almond Crumb, Meringue, Creme Anglaise

Testimonials

Chef Dean was amazing. His food was exceptional and so delicious with flavors and recipes we had not experienced before. The lamb was perfect and the lobster salad with the jalapeño/lime

pineapple was a highlight. He himself was a wonderful man; so personable, friendly, relaxed and completely professional. He set a tone that made us all feel we were in good hands and our party was a huge success because of him. And a the chef’s assistant, Jakob, was just as wonderful.

-Louis F. Palm Springs, CA

Dean was amazing. His food was fabulous – for him to cater to so many dietary restrictions and still serve the most amazing meal was impressive. We LOVED his personality too!

-Jacqueline D. Dallas, TX

He was very warm and friendly and also very professional. We enjoyed having him so much!

-Chelsea G. San Francisco, CA

Chef Dean cooked up an absolute feast at our dinner in Palm Springs. He was polite, friendly…. and an amazing chef! Would highly recommend him. Thank you Chef Dean!

-Ashlea M.-B. London, UK

Had a fantastic dinner for a friend’s birthday party recently. Chef Dean was all smiles all day even in a hot kitchen in the hot desert. The food was delicious, and the table was set gorgeously. The entire group raved about the meal, and everyone was happy. Thanks for a wonderful experience!

-Tony B. Beverly Hills, CA

Chef Dean is friendly and fun. His food is delicious. Loved he interacted with guests while cooking.

-Ximena R. Venice, CA

I’ve known Dean for over 20 years. His sense of style and eye for detail make him stand apart from others in his field. His plate ups push great food into the sublime.

-Frank A. New York, NYC

Artistic plating, exciting flavoring, handsome and very respectful chef. All of our guests enjoyed his energy, personality and especially their meal. Will absolutely hire chef Dean again with full confidence.

-Ronn B. Palm Springs, CA

You did a fantastic job! Everything was delicious and beautiful.

-Mark and Justin. Palm Springs, CA

Easy Steps

YOUR EVENT Select the location, date & estimated number of guests for your event.
MENU CHOICE Browse my delicious selection of set menus & choose one to your liking, or tell me what would you like and let me create a custom menu for you.
BOOK & PAY Once you’re happy, you can book & pay for your order securely online. Pay deposit ( non refundable ) for booking, and pay rest of the balance before the event.
CAN’T DECIDE? Select any menu.
RELAX... Sit back, relax & we will organize the rest for you.

Chef Dean Karatas, Culinary Specialist/ Personal Chef

Culinary Specialist

Chef Dean Karatas, Culinary Specialist/ Personal Chef

Culinary Specialist

About Chef Dean

Who is Chef Dean?

I create and customize menus for every event.

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FULL-TIME CHEF

PERSONAL CHEF

CATERING

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PERSONAL CHEF

FULL-TIME CHEF

FULL-TIME CHEF

FULL-TIME CHEF

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CULINARY CONSULTANT

FULL-TIME CHEF

CULINARY CONSULTANT

CULINARY CONSULTANT

CULINARY CONSULTANT

CULINARY CONSULTANT

CULINARY CONSULTANT

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Amuse Bouche

Soup

Appetizer

Entree

Dessert

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