Meet the Chefs: 7 Culinary Specialists Ready to Cook in Your Gold Coast Home

Every Chef Coast booking is led by one of seven specialist chefs, each with their own cuisine, training and signature menus. Here is a quick introduction, plus a simple way to choose the right one for your night.

Lucas Biffi, Italian

14 years of experience, trained in Rome, known for handmade pasta and coastal Amalfi style seafood. Best for pasta nights, cooking classes and relaxed Italian dinners.

Aiko Tanaka, Japanese Fusion

9 years of experience, from sushi and sashimi omakase to izakaya nights and wagyu tastings. Best for date nights, small groups and anyone who loves Japanese flavours.

Renato Povoa, Brazilian BBQ

Raised in the south of Brazil's gaucho churrasco tradition, Renato brings rodizio style grilling straight to your backyard. Best for big, social nights and outdoor gatherings.

Chloe Martin, Vegan

8 years of experience proving plant based food belongs at the fine dining table, from farm to table feasts to plant powered street food. Best for vegan guests and mixed tables.

Brenda Krassoski, International Fine Dining and Grill

7 years blending Brazilian flair with international grill technique for a polished, modern take on steakhouse dining. Best for milestone dinners and meat lovers.

Gabriel Prado, Seafood

9 years sourcing the freshest Gold Coast catch for degustation menus, oyster bars and backyard seafood BBQs. Best for warm evenings and seafood lovers.

Marcos Barros, Modern Australian

11 years across contemporary Australian kitchens, known for handmade gnocchi, steakhouse feasts and surf and turf tasting menus. Best for a classic, crowd pleasing dinner party.

How to choose your chef

• Start with the occasion: date night, birthday, family gathering or weekly meals.

• Think about your guests: dietary needs, group size and how adventurous everyone is.

• Check each chef's live per guest pricing on their page so you can compare before you book.

What every booking includes

Whichever chef you choose, they shop for your booking, cook in your kitchen, plate and serve, and clean up afterwards. A flat $150 deposit secures your date.

See full menus, pricing and availability for every chef on the Chef Coast team page, or read how Chef Coast works.