I create memorable dining experiences with creativity, bold flavor, and heart—whether it’s an intimate private dinner or a larger celebration.

Daniella Davis

I bring restaurant-level craft to private dining, with warmth and creativity in every course.

I’m a professional chef with over 10 years of experience, and a self-taught cook at heart. I’ve worked in restaurants, taught at a top culinary school in NYC, and for the past five years I’ve brought my cooking into private homes across Los Angeles and New York.

From intimate dinners to catered events of up to 250 guests, I focus on delivering food that feels personal and unforgettable. I’ve been honored to be part of Food & Wine’s Best Chef 2015 program and to compete on Food Network’s “Guy’s Grocery Games,” and I carry that same energy into every menu I create.

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I treat every ingredient with love, and I rely on the freshest products to let every flavor shine.

I cook with joy, skill, and deep respect for ingredients.

I cook with joy and presence

Cooking is joy for me—I feel most like myself in the kitchen, and I’m happiest when I can share my skills and experience with you and your guests.

I blend self-taught creativity with real-world expertise

I’m a self-taught chef, and I’m proud that my journey also includes teaching at one of the finest culinary schools in NYC—an experience that sharpened my technique and raised my standards even higher.

I lead with love for ingredients

My secret in the kitchen is simple: I treat every ingredient with love and I use the freshest ingredients, because that’s how I deliver food that feels vibrant, clean, and deeply satisfying.

Daniella’s Menus

I offer curated, full-course menus designed to feel like a true experience—ranging from Italian coastal comfort and steakhouse classics to a Japanese flight and seasonal special-occasion dinners. I’m happy to help you choose the best fit for your event and guests.

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Stories and testimonials

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I’d love to cook for you—reach out and let’s start planning.

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Merrick, New York (serving Los Angeles and New York)

Chef Daniella Davis

I create memorable dining experiences with creativity, bold flavor, and heart—whether it’s an intimate private dinner or a larger celebration.

I bring restaurant-level craft to private dining, with warmth and creativity in every course.

I cook with joy, skill, and deep respect for ingredients.

I cook with joy and presence

I blend self-taught creativity with real-world expertise

I lead with love for ingredients

Daniella’s Menus

Coast of Italy

Steakhouse

Valentine’s Day

Japan flight

A Taste of Local Indulgence

Stories and testimonials

Follow me on Instagram to see my latest menus and behind-the-scenes moments from the kitchen.