Enjoy Fine Dining in the Comfort Of Your Villa
Chef Dan can create custom-tailored menus to cater to your specific preferences,
whether it’s Asian, Japanese, Mexican, Mediterranean, French, Fusion, Italian cuisine,
or even special organic diet menus. You also have the option to design your own menu.
Scroll down for our menus.
-MENUS-
Similar to ‘Premium Menus’, but with less meals and without any alcoholic beverages & cocktails.
*Menu prices start at $200 + %gratuity / per guest (min. $2,000 to book)
and fluctuate based on menu choices and other variables.
The final pricing will be determined upon guest’s consultation.
Recommended for a group of +8.
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-SOUTH ASIAN-
STARTERS
Crispy Vietnamese Spring Rolls
Crackling, golden rice paper rolls filled with pork, glass noodles, and wood ear mushrooms,
served with crisp lettuce, fresh herbs, and nuoc cham for wrapping and dipping
Chicken Larb
Minced chicken tossed with toasted rice powder, fresh lime, shallots, mint,
cilantro, served with crunchy cabbage cups
SALAD
Som Tam
Green papaya pounded with long beans, cherry tomatoes, & a tangy lime & palm sugar
dressing, topped with grilled prawns, caramelized pineapple, roasted cashews
MAIN COURSE
Gai Yang Lemongrass Chicken
Charcoal-grilled chicken marinated in lemongrass, garlic, and coriander root,
with a sweet garlic dipping sauce
Coconut-Braised Crispy Pork Belly
Slow-braised in coconut milk with lemongrass, galangal, and makrut lime leaf, then pressed a
nd seared until shatteringly crisp, and glazed with its caramelized braising reduction
NOODLES
Pad See Ew
Wide rice noodles wok-charred with tofu, wild mushrooms, Chinese broccoli
and egg in a smoky sweet soy sauce
SIDES
Jasmine Rice – Fragrant steamed Thai jasmine rice
Wok-Fried Morning Glory – Water spinach flashed in a blazing wok with garlic
and fermented soybean until glossy and tender-crisp
DESSERT
Mango Sticky Rice
Sweet, ripe mango with warm coconut sticky rice, finished with salted coconut
cream and crispy mung beans
BEVERAGES / Non-Alcoholic
Mineral Water (Sparkling and Flat)
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-JAPANESE-
ZENSAI
Blistered Shishito Peppers
Charred over hot coals and finished with flaky sea salt and toasted sesame
Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
Golden, pan-crisped sushi rice topped with spicy bluefin tuna, creamy avocado
and sweet eel sauce
Pork Gyoza
Juicy pork, ginger, and garlic chive dumplings, seared until crisp and golden,
with black vinegar dipping sauce
SALAD
Cucumber & Wakame Sunomono
A crisp, refreshing salad dressed in light rice vinegar and fresh ginger
ROBATA
Chicken Yakitori
Juicy chicken thigh skewers kissed by the charcoal and lacquered with sweet soy tare
Miso Black Cod
Marinated for 48 hours in sweet white miso, then caramelized over the fire until it flakes at the touch
NOODLES
Yaki Udon
Thick, chewy udon wok-tossed with seasonal vegetables in savory soy butter
crowned with dancing bonito flakes
SIDES
Miso-Glazed Eggplant
Japanese eggplant grilled until meltingly tender and brushed with a sweet
caramelized miso glaze
Robata Mushrooms
Maitake and king oyster mushrooms grilled over the coals with sake butter
and a squeeze of lemon
DESSERT
Matcha Crème Brûlée
Velvety matcha custard beneath a crackling caramelized sugar cru
BEVERAGES / Non-Alcoholic
Mineral Water (Sparkling and Flat)
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-ITALIAN-
ANTIPASTI
Rosemary Focaccia
Warm, golden house-baked focaccia with whipped ricotta, hot honey, flaky sea salt
Prosciutto & Mascarpone Bruschetta
Charred sourdough spread with whipped mascarpone, topped with
Prosciutto di Parma, fig jam and cracked black pepper
Seasonal Burrata
Creamy, hand-pulled burrata served with seasonal accompaniments
INSALATA
Wild Arugula, Radicchio & Shaved Fennel
Tossed in a bright lemon vinaigrette and finished with shaved Pecorino Romano
PRIMI
Spicy Rigatoni
Rigatoni in a velvety Calabrian chili and tomato cream sauce, finished
with Parmigiano-Reggiano and fresh basil
SECONDI
Pollo al Mattone
Crispy-skinned chicken pressed under a brick over the charcoal
finished with roasted garlic, charred lemon, and salsa verde
Hanger Steak Tagliata
Charcoal-grilled tomahawk brushed with rosemary and olive oil, sliced over
wild arugula with shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano and a drizzle of aged balsamic glaze
CONTORNI
Crispy Thyme Potatoes
Smashed and roasted until golden and crisp, tossed with garlic
fresh thyme & Parmigiano
Charred Broccolini
Charred over the fire with lemon, garlic, and toasted pine nuts
DOLCI
Olive Oil Cake
Tender citrus olive oil cake with warm seasonal fruit compote
& whipped mascarpone cream
BEVERAGES / Non-Alcoholic
Mineral Water (Sparkling and Flat)
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-MEXICAN-
CHEF’S WELCOME COCKTAIL
Tequila Fresca
TACO & SALSA BAR
Organic Tortillas, Cilantro Chicken Asada,
Ground Beef, Cotija Cheese, Shaved Cabbage,
Heirloom Pico, Tomatillo Salsa, Roasted Romano Ancho, Guacamole
CORN & BLACK BEAN SALAD
Persian Cucumbers, Cherry Tomatoes, Cilantro Lime Dressing
TEQUILA LIME CHICKEN
Sous Vide For Three Hours, Tequila Lime Cream, Simmered Potatoes,
Roasted Chard Red Onions, Green Olives
HISTORIA BAKERY TRES LETCHES
Wild Berries
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-MEDITERRANEAN-
MEZZE
Hummus with Tatbileh & Pine Nuts
Baba Ghanoush
Muhammara
Fresh-Baked Flatbreads
STARTERS
Fresh Falafel
Herb-packed chickpea fritters fried to order, crisp outside and
vibrant green inside, with creamy tahini
Fattoush
Heirloom tomatoes, Persian cucumbers, radish, sweet peppers, fresh mint
parsley & crispy pita tossed in a tangy sumac & pomegranate vinaigrette
MAINS
Chicken Souvlaki
Tender chicken marinated in lemon, garlic, and oregano, grilled
over charcoal and served with cool tzatziki
Lamb Chops
Charcoal-grilled lamb chops, seared outside and juicy pink inside
served with a bright, fresh mint sauce
SIDES
Batata Harra
Crispy golden potatoes tossed with garlic, cilantro, lemon & a kick of chili
Mujadara
Nutty bulgur and lentils gently spiced and crowned
with sweet, deeply caramelized onions
DESSERT
Malabi
Silky orange blossom milk pudding topped with a vibrant
seasonal fruit sauce and crushed pistachios
BEVERAGES / Non-Alcoholic
Mineral Water (Sparkling and Flat)
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-POOL SIDE BITES-
BITES
Burger Sliders – Classic LA sliders, charred and perfect
Chicken Tinga Tacos – Shredded chicken simmered in tomato sauce with crema, onion & cilantro
Beef Empanadas – Golden pastry with seasoned beef, chimichurri on the side
Pork Gyoza – Pan-seared pork dumplings with soy dipping sauce
Fresh Falafel with Tahini – Crispy, herb-packed chickpea fritters with creamy tahini
Tomato & Basil Crostini – Toasted baguette topped with marinated tomatoes, fresh basil & olive oil
Mini Grilled Cheese – Golden, buttery toasted sandwiches oozing with melted cheddar
Spanakopita – Flaky phyllo triangles filled with spinach, feta, and dill
Pigs in a Blanket – Cocktail franks wrapped in golden puff pastry with grainy mustard
Chips, Guacamole & Salsa – Crispy tortilla chips with fresh guacamole and house salsa
BEVERAGES
Aperol Spritz
Local Beers
White, Rose, Red Wine
Fresh Lemonade
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-BREAKFAST-
BUFFET / FAMILY STYLE
Seasonal Fruit Platter
Pastry Basket
Flaky butter croissants, pain au chocolat, and fresh-baked muffins with cultured butter and preserves
Greek Yogurt with House Granola & Honey
COOKED TO ORDER
Eggs Your Way
Farm eggs cooked to order, scrambled, fried, or as an omelet, served with toast
Avocado Toast
Toasted sourdough with smashed avocado, lemon, and flaky sea salt
Buttermilk Pancakes
SIDES
Applewood-Smoked Bacon
Crispy Breakfast Potatoes
BEVERAGES
Fresh-Squeezed Orange Juice
Coffee & Tea
Flat & Sparkling Water
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-KIDS MENU-
BREAKFAST
Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Pigs In A Blanket
Scrambled Eggs W/ Bacon And Potatoes
Strawberry Pop Tart
French Toast
LUNCH / DINNER
Pizza (Margherita or Pepperoni)
Baked or Fried Chicken Tenders w/ French Fries or Potato, Peas
Bacon Fried Rice
Grilled Cheese Tomato Soup
Spaghetti Tomato And Basil
Gnocchi Bolognese
Cheeseburger
Chicken Noodle Soup
Salmon Sticks w/ Zucchini Chips
Cheese Lemon Angel Hair w/ Peas
DESSERT
Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich
Hot Fudge Sundae
Strawberry Shortcake
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Chef Dan: Decades of Mastery Across Global Cuisines
Mastering Asian cuisine and coastal seafood alike,
Chef Dan brings twenty-eight years of culinary expertise, having trained at
Le Cordon Bleu in Pasadena and honed his craft on the line at Tom Colicchio’s Craft in
Century City and Bernardus Lodge in Carmel.
Mastering Asian cuisine and coastal seafood alike,
Chef Dan brings twenty-eight years of culinary expertise, having trained at Le Cordon Bleu
in Pasadena and honed his craft on the line at
Tom Colicchio’s Craft in Century City and Bernardus Lodge in Carmel.
In 2013, he opened his seafood restaurant, Savida, on the coast of Akko, Israel
earning Time Out’s Best Seafood award and a spot on Forbes’ list of Israel’s best restaurants.
Returning Savida to the United States in 2021, he opened a second location
in Santa Monica recognized by the Michelin Guide.
Alongside his restaurant operations, Chef Dan has provided private
culinary services since 2010 for families, celebrities, and exclusive dinner parties across both coasts.
Equally fluent in diverse culinary styles—ranging from five-course tasting menus
and vegan weeknight dinners to coursed Japanese crudo service,
and large-scale events for up to 200 guests.
