Fine Dining
Individually plated where every dish tells a story.
Starting at $175 / personMinimum 8 guests
Private Chef & Catering · Chef Ricky
Private Chef in Toronto: Restaurant-Quality Dining, Cooked in Your Home
Custom menus for dinner parties and celebrations across Toronto and the GTA — rooted in Jamaican flavor, finished with fine-dining craft.
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10+ years in fine dining & luxury events
A custom menu for every event
Serving Toronto, the GTA & beyond
Also find Chef Ricky onChef Ricardo Smith on Take a Chef·@bookaprivatechef on Instagram·Reviews on Google
How It Works
Four steps between you and an unforgettable night
01
Choose Your Style
From an intimate 3-course dinner to a full-spread family buffet, pick the format that fits your night.
02
Share Your Preferences
Tell us your guest count, dietary needs, and what flavors excite you. Jamaican classics, global fusion, or a custom tasting menu — it's your call.
03
We Build the Menu Together
Chef Ricky designs a menu tailored to your event, your taste, and your guests — nothing off-the-shelf.
04
Sit Back and Enjoy
Chef Ricky arrives ahead of time, cooks fresh in your kitchen, serves, and cleans up. You just host.
Sample menus
A taste of the possibilities
Dining Styles
Pick the format that fits your night
About Chef Ricky
A decade of craft, one table at a time
Meet Chef Ricky — Private Chef & Caribbean-Fusion Culinary Artist in Toronto
Chef Ricky brings more than a decade of fine dining, luxury event catering, and hospitality mastery to every table he serves. Rooted in the vibrant heritage of Jamaican cuisine and refined through years of hands-on hospitality work, his culinary voice is both deeply personal and globally informed — a rare fusion of soulful tradition and technical precision.
As the creative force behind Chef Ricky Private Dining & Catering, he designs bespoke menus that marry the bold, sun-soaked flavors of the Caribbean with the discipline of global technique — Italian elegance, French finesse, Japanese precision, Thai complexity, and the warmth of Southern soul food all find their place in his repertoire. Each menu is thoughtfully composed around the people it's created for, transforming private dinners and large-scale events alike into unforgettable culinary experiences.
What sets Chef Ricky apart is the intimacy of his craft: every dish is prepared in your home, for your guests, by a chef who has spent his career perfecting the small details that elevate a meal into a memory. Whether it's an intimate dinner party or a grand celebration, his approach is defined by artistry, attentiveness, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
His culinary range spans six distinguished cuisines — Italian, French, Jamaican, Japanese, Thai, and Southern soul food — a versatility few private chefs can claim. Complementing this is a refined sommelier's sensibility, cultivated over two years at one of Yorkville's most esteemed wine bars, where he developed a nuanced understanding of wine and its harmony with food. Guests seeking expertly curated pairing recommendations will find in Chef Ricky not just a chef, but a true culinary curator.
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The Details
What's included
What's included
Groceries
Chef Ricky shops for every ingredient, fresh for your menu.
Equipment
Specialty tools, pans, and plating essentials come with him.
Service
Cooked fresh on-site and served to your guests.
Cleanup
The kitchen is cleaned and left the way it was found.
What you'll need to provide
Kitchen space
A working stove/oven and some clear counter space.
Fridge room
A little fridge space for ingredients on the day.
Tableware
Plates, cutlery, and glassware for your guests (ask if you need rentals).
Dining area
Your table set-up — Chef Ricky handles the food.
FAQ
Good to know
- How much does a private chef cost?
- Booking fee
- $250, non-refundable. Full payment confirms your date.
- Cancel 14+ days out
- Full refund, less the $250 booking fee and non-recoverable fees/taxes.
- Cancel under 14 days
- Full payment is forfeited.
- Guest count changes
- Reduce up to 14 days before; after that you're billed at the confirmed count.
- Rescheduling
- $250 fee if 14+ days out (subject to availability); within 14 days counts as a cancellation.
- If the chef cancels
- Full refund or a free reschedule — your choice.
View full policy
Fine Dining starts at $175 / person (minimum 8 guests), the Global Fusion Tasting Menu at $195 / person (minimum 10), the Family-Style Buffet at $120 / person (minimum 20), and Small Gatherings of 2–9 guests are quoted per event. Groceries, equipment, cooking, service and cleanup are included.
- Fine Dining (individually plated): starting at $175 / person, minimum 8 guests.
- Global Fusion Tasting Menu: starting at $195 / person, minimum 10 guests.
- Family-Style Buffet: starting at $120 / person, minimum 20 guests.
- Small Gathering (2–9 guests): quoted per event.
- What cuisines does Chef Ricky cook?
- Jamaican-rooted Caribbean cooking blended with Italian, French, Japanese, Thai and Southern soul food. Every menu is custom-built for your event.
- How many guests can you serve?
- From intimate dinners of 2 to 9 guests up to large buffets for 20 or more. Each menu style has its own minimum guest count, listed above.
- How does booking work?
- Once you request a quote, we'll confirm your date, guest count, and preferences, then design a custom menu together before your event.
- Do you cook for birthdays, anniversaries and bachelorette parties?
- Yes. Birthdays, anniversaries, bachelor and bachelorette parties, dinner parties and holiday gatherings are the most common bookings. Chef Ricky builds the menu around the occasion and the guest of honour.
- How far ahead should I book?
- The earliest date the quote form accepts is 3 days out. Weekends and holidays fill first, so booking a few weeks ahead gives you the best choice of dates.
- Do you offer wine pairings?
- Yes. Chef Ricky spent two years at a Yorkville wine bar and can recommend a wine for each course. Tick the wine pairing option on the quote form.
- Can you cater large events?
- Yes. The Family-Style Buffet is built for groups of 20 or more, starting at $120 / person. Share your guest count on the quote form and Chef Ricky will plan the menu and service.
- What do I need to prepare?
- Just clear some fridge and counter space, and let us know your kitchen setup. Chef Ricky brings everything else — ingredients, equipment, and expertise.
- What time does the chef arrive?
- Chef Ricky arrives ahead of your event to prep, cook fresh on-site, serve, and clean up afterward — so you can fully enjoy your own event.
- Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
- Absolutely. Every menu is built around your guests' preferences and any dietary needs, allergies, or restrictions.
- What's your cancellation policy?
- Booking fee
- $250, non-refundable. Full payment confirms your date.
- Cancel 14+ days out
- Full refund, less the $250 booking fee and non-recoverable fees/taxes.
- Cancel under 14 days
- Full payment is forfeited.
- Guest count changes
- Reduce up to 14 days before; after that you're billed at the confirmed count.
- Rescheduling
- $250 fee if 14+ days out (subject to availability); within 14 days counts as a cancellation.
- If the chef cancels
- Full refund or a free reschedule — your choice.
View full policy
Fine Dining starts at $175 / person (minimum 8 guests), the Global Fusion Tasting Menu at $195 / person (minimum 10), the Family-Style Buffet at $120 / person (minimum 20), and Small Gatherings of 2–9 guests are quoted per event. Groceries, equipment, cooking, service and cleanup are included.
- Fine Dining (individually plated): starting at $175 / person, minimum 8 guests.
- Global Fusion Tasting Menu: starting at $195 / person, minimum 10 guests.
- Family-Style Buffet: starting at $120 / person, minimum 20 guests.
- Small Gathering (2–9 guests): quoted per event.
Areas We Serve
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Also serving Kitchener, Waterloo.
Guest Reviews
What Our Guests Say
Kind words from the tables Chef Ricky has cooked for.
5.0 average · 6 reviews
Google
“I booked Chef Ricky for my birthday party, and I couldn't be happier! The food was amazing, and he was so friendly and professional. My favorite was the Miso Chicken. It was my first time trying it, and WOW, it was delicious! I truly enjoyed the entire experience and would definitely recommend Chef Ricky to anyone looking for a great private chef. I'll absolutely be booking him again!”
Take a Chef
“Chef Ricky was amazing! Everything came on time, great communication, very friendly, food beautifully plated, perfect portion sizes, tasted delicious, kitchen was sparkling clean afterwards. No complaints whatsoever, would love to book him if we were to do this again.”
Take a Chef
“Chef Ricardo was lovely to communicate and plan with. He was so patient and accommodating to what I needed for the night's meal. We had some dishes from his jamaican menu and they looked and tasted great and his wine pairing was perfect too! He was great company on the night, great to have conversation with and also gave us space to enjoy conversation amongst ourselves.”
Take a Chef
“Chef Ricardo Smith hosted an incredible birthday dinner for my husband and our young family! Starting with the menu options and customization to account for picky eaters and young children, communication in advance was seamless and he gave lots of options for us to choose from. When he arrived on the day of the dinner, he was very friendly, personable, and professional! He was great with our two young kids and I felt completely comfortable with him in our kitchen and home. And the food itself was incredible!!! We loved every dish he made, and there was a ton of food, we were stuffed! He even brought wine to pair with the different courses, what a pleasant surprise! Overall, it was a wonderful experience and next time we're looking for a private chef, I definitely want to have Chef Ricardo Smith back! We highly recommend him!”
Take a Chef
“Chef Ricardo was very accessible, super friendly, and prepared delicious, high quality food in generous portions. We have young children, and he was also very gracious with them. Would highly recommend.”
“We booked a private chef for my bachelor party in Muskoka, and it was an amazing experience from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious. We went with a Jamaican fusion menu, and every dish was packed with flavour. My favourites were the steak with jerk BBQ butter and the miso chicken, both were incredible. The vibe was laid back, exactly what we wanted for a weekend with the guys. The chef was incredibly friendly, easy to talk to, and a great sport who fit right in with the group. It made the whole weekend feel relaxed and special without any stress about food. Highly recommend to anyone planning a group getaway, celebration, or event in Muskoka!”
Get a Quote
Let's Plan Your Event
Share the details and Chef Ricky will come back with a menu direction and a quote.