I create ingredient-forward, love-driven private dining experiences that bring people together—shaped by 16+ years of cooking across Argentina, Uruguay, San Francisco, Paris, New York, and now Miami.

Facundo Kairuz

I bring an international point of view to a warm, memorable table—crafted just for you.

I’ve been immersed in the culinary world for over 16 years, starting in Argentina and building my experience through Uruguay, San Francisco, Paris, and New York before making Miami my home. Every place has shaped the way I cook—technique, flavor, and culture all coming together in food that feels both refined and welcoming.

I design fully customized menus around your tastes, your guests, and the moment you want to create. I source high-quality ingredients through trusted local suppliers and I’m comfortable accommodating dietary restrictions and special requests, so you can relax and enjoy a seamless, elevated experience from the first conversation to the final course.

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My secret is simple: I’m ingredient-forward, and I cook with love.

I focus on the details that make your meal feel effortless and unforgettable.

I cook with passion—always

Cooking is my passion and my lifestyle, and I bring that energy to every course. I keep flavors clean and ingredient-forward, so each dish feels vibrant, intentional, and satisfying.

I bring global experience to your table

I started my career in Argentina, and my path took me through Uruguay, San Francisco, and New York. Along the way I learned to blend classic technique with bold, modern touches, adapting to different palates and occasions.

I lead with ingredients and love

My philosophy is ingredient-forward and cooking with love. I choose products carefully, keep the cooking honest, and create meals that feel personal—because the best gatherings are built around care.

Facundo’s Menus

I offer curated menus that I can tailor to your preferences and dietary needs. Choose a direction—Italian classics, a brunch spread, a structured dinner night, taco night, or a farmhouse-style supper—and I’ll take care of the details from planning to plating.

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Stories and testimonials

Chef Facundo was so professional and the food was amazing !! Would 100% recommend !

Natalia Zapata

Amazing and varied food! Would 100% do it again!

Gabriel Bayomi Tinoco Kalejaiye

Highly recommend Facundo. Give him so much credit for putting up with a very rowdy bachelorette group. Everything was delicious, and I so appreciated him working with us on the menu and also doing extra work for a special wine pairing.

Emily Pflug

Chef Facu was incredible! Highly recommended booking him. The food was absolutely delish and he really went all out with preparation, presentation, and quality. LOVED IT SO MUCH! Will definitely book again for another event!

Nicole McDonald

Chef Facundo made my husband's birthday extra special. We had a great time. The whole experience was awesome. We would hire him again. We will refer him to anyone looking.

Addie Drayton

Incredible experience and will absolutely use this service again and again.

Chef Facu was absolutely amazing! All the food was delicious, and he even offered to share the recipes with us! He was engaging and we loved having him be a part of our special night! 10/10 would recommend to anyone and definitely will be using him again!

Michael Marino

Chef Facundo was the perfect choice for my sister’s bachelorette party dinner! The food was fantastic, he was wonderful to work with, and best of all he was incredibly flexible and accommodating of a ton of dietary restrictions and our schedule changes. I highly recommend him!!

Rathna Ramamurthi

Our chef was very friendly and provided us with a great meal!

Anisha Kalyani

Chef Facundo was amazing! We planned the menu together on the phone and he confirmed everything in chat. The dishes blew my guests away! He was so thoughtful incorporating vegan dishes in for 2 (of 6) vegans. Would highly recommend to friends. Will definitely use again when I’m in Miami.

Meghan

Facundo was professional yet approachable and friendly. He phoned me the day before to go over the menu, make changes and answer any questions I had. He took on my specific dessert request with ease and excitement. He was polite, entertained our young child who joined in on the dinner and even brought his own candle for the dessert as it was my husband’s birthday. Would definitely recommend and use Facundo again in the future.

Fran Castro Alves

The whole experience was incredible. He pay attention to detail and the food was incredible. Love it !

Donna Prince

I highly recommend Chef Facundo. He created a memorable birthday dinner, even going so far as to learn how to make the guest of honor’s favorite dessert. His meal was delicious and well-portioned and his service is impeccable. He is personable, careful and cheerful, and we would definitely hire him again.

Alexia Nader

Chef Facundo Kairuz is not only an amazing cook, but a pleasure to work with. I was throwing a birthday celebration for my boyfriend and managing the logistics for 16 people. Chef Facundo created a delicious menu despite all the allergies in the group! He offered to bring extra serving plates if needed (making setup a breeze), made delicious food, talked with the guests, and prepped the dishes for the dishwasher. I would hire Chef Facundo again and would recommend him to anyone wanting their party to be the talk of the town!

Nick Vanskike

Chef Facundo was incredible! We hired him for a birthday weekend and he exceeded our expectations! I have extensive allergies and Chef Facundo was able to create meals for the entire weekend using fresh ingredients from the farmers market accommodating me and my friends for the weekend. He was extremely professional and clean throughout the entire time. I highly recommend his services for any occasion. Thanks for making our vacation memorable.

Byron Gibson

Chef Facundo was amazing, friendly, and so easy to work with from start to finish. An awesome surprise date night at home for my wife with a great 4 course menu, great presentation, and perfectly convenient at home with spotless cleanup at the end. Highly recommend, we would definitely do this again.

Steve

Chef Facundo was polite, kind, flexible, gracious and a joy to work with. I was not able to assess some of the questions, such as visual appeal and clean up as the service was for my relatives in a separate household, but I had to fill in the box to complete the form. I received the menu in advance via email. I would recommend, and already have, Take a Chef and Chef Facundo. Thank you for providing this service!

laura dabney

Chef Facundo was AMAZING!!!!! Can’t wait to book him again!

Alessandra Cuetara-Tosi

Chef Fecundo, Obviously loves his work and it is evident through his amazing dishes. I would recommend him to any one trying to have a special night with their significant other. I know he made our night special with his cuisine and light personality.

Steven Strumolo

Awesome experience. Used for my wife’s birthday and will definitely use again even when we’re back to ‘normal’ w/ restaurants. We customized the menu ahead of time and everything came out perfect. Thanks Chef!

Ravdeep Chanana