Jesús Villalba

Contemporary Spanish cuisine, crafted privately in Madrid.

FrenchItalianMediterraneanJapaneseSeafoodBBQ & GrillIndianThaiMexicanSpanishPlant-based
September 2026
Member since
2–25
Guests
25
Years experience

About Jesús Villalba

I have worked in professional kitchens for more than 25 years, with Spanish and Mediterranean cooking at the heart of what I do. I enjoy working with seasonal produce, well-made sauces, proper stocks and careful cooking, while also taking inspiration from French, Italian and Asian cuisine.

I have a particular interest in traditional techniques that take time. I make my own ferments, including kefir and kombucha, as well as Roman-style garum, pickles, escabeches and smoked preparations. I use these techniques to add depth, acidity and character to my cooking.

As a private chef in Madrid, I create the menu around each occasion rather than working from a fixed menu. The number of guests, the setting, personal preferences and the kind of experience you are looking for all help shape what I cook.

I cook, prepare and serve everything myself, keeping things relaxed and personal from the first course to the last.

Dietary accommodations

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeNut-freeHalalKosherPescatarianLow-carb / KetoShellfish allergy

Experiences

Events and sample menus

Signature Tasting Menu by Jesús Villalba

1. The First Bite Seasonal welcome, chef’s selection 2. Red Prawn Grilled red prawn, roasted vegetables and garum sociorum 3. The Garden &am…

Starting from€150/person

What's included

Everything a dinner needs, handled.

Menu planning

A menu designed around your occasion, tastes and dietary needs.

Grocery shopping

The chef sources every ingredient fresh, from trusted suppliers.

Cooking at your place

Everything is prepared in your kitchen, course by course.

Table service

Each course is plated and served at your table.

Full cleanup

The kitchen is left the way it was found, or cleaner.

Secure payment

Pay online to confirm your booking, no surprises afterwards.

Good to know

Common questions

Once you submit a request, chefs review your event details and respond with a custom menu proposal and final price. You can discuss adjustments through the platform. Once you are happy with the menu, you confirm and pay a 30% deposit to secure the date; the balance is charged the day after the event.

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