Ciao! I’m Stefania, a Sicilian-born private chef based in Kansas City, MO, with over 20 years of experience in the kitchen. My passion began in Catania, where I grew up cooking alongside my family, surrounded by the flavors of the sea, sun, and tradition.
I specialize in authentic Sicilian and southern Italian cuisine—especially seafood, handmade pasta, rustic sauces, and soulful comfort dishes. Whether for a romantic dinner, a special celebration, or a full Italian dining experience at home, I bring Italy to your table. I speak English and Italian and can travel upon request.
Cooking is an art, amusement, and a joy of gathering around good products to share a unique moment with guests.
Alongside different chefs who transmitted the values, the taste for a job well done, and the desire to improve.
Respect the product, give it love and flavor, sublimate it and bring greediness that delights all senses.
I build every menu from scratch, so what you pay depends on the dishes, how many guests, and the kind of service you want. Most of my dinners come to around 190 USD, and I'll always work with the budget you have in mind. Send me a message and I'll put together a proposal for your event.
I cook Italian, Chef's special, Seafood/Fish, Mediterranean and Local. I build my menus around ingredients that are in season and bought locally, because that's where the flavor is. And if anyone at your table has a dietary restriction, just tell me and I'll adjust the dishes so no one misses out.
To book me in United States, click the Book Now button on this page and follow the steps. You'll add your event date, guest count, and any dietary restrictions as you go. Once your request comes through, I read it myself and reply with a menu proposal and the dates I have open.
Yes. I regularly cook for Birthday, Family reunion, Friends gathering and Romantic night. I handle the menu, the timing, and the setup so the meal fits the kind of event you're throwing. Send me your date and I'll check whether I'm free.
Choose a menu, share your event details, and the Private Chef Manager team will help confirm the experience with the chef.
Chef Stefania exceeded all of my expectations from a food perspective and her engagement. From the moment she got to our home until she left we had great conversation while she prepared wonderful dishes. My wife and I will never be able to eat Italian food the same way again. Everything she made was top tier. She made us feel pampered the whole way through. Stefania is a wonderful person and we can’t wait to hire her again.