I craft impeccable private dining experiences by blending classic technique with modern creativity—always with care, precision, and hospitality.

Farid Oualidi

I bring timeless technique and modern flair to private dining—made personal, polished, and memorable.

What sets me apart is my blend of traditional culinary techniques with innovative approaches to modern cuisine. Since 1997, I’ve built experience across diverse culinary traditions, and I use that range to create dishes that speak to many palates while staying true to flavor and craftsmanship.

I’m driven by a deep passion for food and service, and I focus on delivering consistently impeccable experiences. Since 2001, I’ve led restaurant teams as an Executive Chef with high standards for quality and sanitation, and I bring that same leadership and attention to detail into every private event I cook.

Let’s Plan Your Dinner

Cooking is about people—the best way for me to show passion, love, knowledge, and, above all, to share.

What you get when you book me

I cook to connect

For me, cooking is about people. I use food to express passion, love, and knowledge—and I design each experience to feel generous, warm, and truly shared.

I turned passion into a career

I learned to cook at home with friends, and that spark grew into a professional path. Since 1997, I’ve kept refining my craft through real-world kitchen experience and leadership.

I lead with respect for ingredients

I don’t believe in secret tricks—nature already gave us everything. My philosophy is to treat ingredients with respect and honesty, and let great products shine.

Farid’s Menus

I offer curated menus that balance classic technique with modern flavors—ranging from French bistro and steakhouse favorites to Mediterranean seafood, Italian buffet service, and Moroccan specialties.

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Stories and Testimonials

Chef Farid was absolutely incredible! He was so accommodating and his food was absolutely delicious! He worked with me to create the perfect menu for our Mother’s Day dinner and the execution was no less than perfect! Thank you Chef Farid! See you soon!

Lauren Dwyer

I highly recommend Farid. From start to finish everything went smoothly. Dinner was perfectly executed and delicious. Filet and lobster were cooked exactly right and all sides were amazing. Next time we are in Florida we will definitely call him for our dinner party. Everyone in our group loved it!

Dawn Mandt Mandt

We had an incredible experience with Chef Farid for a private dining event with three families. From start to finish, everything was handled with professionalism and care. The food quality was outstanding, every dish was thoughtfully prepared and absolutely delicious. The service was smooth and well organized, and Chef Farid made the entire evening feel relaxed and enjoyable. His hospitality really stood out, warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. We highly recommend Chef Farid for anyone looking to host a private dining experience. It exceeded our expectations in every way.

Serdar Bankaci

Awesome

Robert Malone

10/10 experience! Would recommend him to anybody (and already did to some friends in the area!). All dishes were amazing & chef could not have been more accommodating. Made for a wonderful evening!

Troy Wheeler

Farid did an incredible job!! Would use him again in a second

Nicole Arcodia

We had the absolute pleasure of hiring Chef Farid during our stay, and he exceeded every expectation. Every meal he prepared was phenomenal — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You could truly taste the care and passion he puts into his cooking. Beyond his incredible culinary talent, Farid brought such warmth and professionalism to every interaction. He was attentive to our preferences, always punctual, and made each meal feel like a special experience. If you’re looking for a private chef who combines world-class skill with genuine hospitality, Chef Farid is the one. We can’t recommend him highly enough and would hire him again without hesitation.

David michael

Hired Farid as a private chef for dinner at home—total hit. Showed up on time, super friendly and flexible, tweaking dishes to what we wanted and chatting about ingredients. Food was killer: fresh, flavorful stuff that looked amazing on the plate. Loved the stories he shared about each dish from his background—it made the whole thing fun and interactive. If you need a chef who’s skilled and chill, go with Farid. 10/10, would hire again!

Johnny Chan

Great communication, amazing preparation. Thank you for accommodating additional requests! I would certainly use him again.

Priscilla de la Rosa

Chef Farid was great. He handled our complex requests with ease, he prepared great meals and he engaged with some humour too. Highly recommended!

Andrew Williams

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a private chef experience with Chef Farid cost?

The average menu price for Chef Farid is 183 USD per person. Final pricing may vary depending on the menu, number of guests, and event details.

What type of cuisine does Chef Farid cook?

Chef Farid offers Mediterranean, Seafood/Fish, French, Italian, Chef's special and Local cuisine for private dining experiences.

Where does Chef Farid offer private chef services?

Chef Farid offers private chef services in Fort Lauderdale, US.

Which occasions can I book Chef Farid for?

You can book Chef Farid for Birthday, Family reunion, Bachelor/Bachelorette, Friends gathering, Romantic night, Corporate and Foodie adventure, depending on availability and the event details.

How do I book this private chef experience?

Choose a menu, share your event details, and the Take a Chef team will help confirm the experience with the chef.

I’d love to cook for you—reach out and let’s design your experience.

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+1 5618606259

Ft Lauderdale, FL

Chef Farid Oualidi

I craft impeccable private dining experiences by blending classic technique with modern creativity—always with care, precision, and hospitality.

I bring timeless technique and modern flair to private dining—made personal, polished, and memorable.

What you get when you book me

I cook to connect

I turned passion into a career

I lead with respect for ingredients

Farid’s Menus

Summer Festival Menu

Classic French Bistro

Italian Buffet

Moroccan Buffet

Steakhouse Dinner

Stories and Testimonials

Frequently Asked Questions