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Provence
Private Chef in Provence
As your private chef in Provence, if you are residing in a luxury villa along the coast between Saint-Tropez and Monaco, I will visit your property. I source from local markets, prepare fine dishes in your kitchen and serve each course at your table.
The cuisine
From the Provençal market to your table
My cuisine captures the true flavours of the Mediterranean, highlighting fresh fish from the sea, sun-ripened fruit and vegetables from the Provençal markets, carefully sourced meats, and the olive oil and herbs of my Provençal roots. From these elements, each menu is curated bespoke and served at your table.
Below is a selection of sample dishes. We will, of course, curate your bespoke menu entirely to your taste.
- Heirloom multicoloured tomato salad, burrata & lemon-confit dressing
- Large lobster ravioli, fresh herb jus & lemongrass bisque
- Lightly seared wild turbot, champagne sabayon & young braised vegetables
- Artisanal cheese selection, Fromagerie Metin in Vence
- Traditional tarte tropézienne, soft brioche and vanilla cream
From Recent Menus
A selection of dishes by Chef François Savin
What to Expect
The values guiding every dinner
Tailored Menus
Each menu is crafted exclusively around you and your guests, never selected from a fixed list.
Your Chef, Personally Present
I personally cook for every dinner on site, ensuring another chef is never sent in my stead.
Generosity
My ultimate aim is to serve you without ever cutting corners. Your guests’ pleasure always remains my absolute priority.
Every dietary requirement is seamlessly accommodated.
At your villa
A villa with a private chef in Provence
Renting a luxury villa in Provence and welcoming a private chef is the ultimate convenience. You retain the intimacy of your terrace, pool and the evening light, while your table is transformed into a fine restaurant. As your personal chef, I arrive with fresh market ingredients, prepare exquisite dishes in your kitchen while you entertain, serve every course myself, and leave the space impeccably clean.
- A single celebration dinner or every evening meal of your stay
- Multi-day villa stays featuring a uniquely tailored menu each evening
- Long Provençal lunches, elegant aperitifs and family gatherings
- Birthdays, anniversaries and intimate weddings at the villa
At the heart of Provence
Rooted in Provence
My culinary style is proudly Provençal, combining classical French technique, Mediterranean expression on the plate, and a discreet touch of Southeast Asia. Menus originate at the market, from the Marché Forville in Cannes and the Cours Saleya in Nice to the Place des Lices in Saint-Tropez, featuring vegetables, herbs and fish sourced from the hinterland and the coast that very morning. Ten years spent alongside Michelin-starred chefs refined my technique, while Provence provides its distinct soul.
- Saint-Tropez, Ramatuelle, Gassin, Grimaud, La Croix-Valmer
- Cannes, Mougins, Grasse, Théoule-sur-Mer and the Esterel
- Antibes, Juan-les-Pins and Cap d'Antibes
- Nice, Vence, Saint-Paul-de-Vence and the perched villages
- Beaulieu, Cap-Ferrat, Èze and Monaco
How It Works
The Process
Get in Touch
Share your preferred date, the venue and the number of guests.
Menu Proposal
A bespoke menu is curated around your guests and the season.
Sourcing, Cooking and Service
Market sourcing, meticulous plating and seamless service from start to finish.
Enjoy Your Evening
Relax with your guests and fully enjoy the meal while I handle the cooking and service.
4.9 / 5, 35 Google reviews
Read all reviews“We ate at many wonderful restaurants over our two weeks in Provence and the Côte d’Azur, and even hired another private chef. François’s meal was the best dining experience of our entire trip.”
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do you cater in holiday villas in Provence?
Yes, that accounts for the majority of my summer bookings. Please share your address, dates and guest count, and I will confirm availability promptly.
Which part of Provence do you cover?
The coastal region from Saint-Tropez to Monaco, including the historic hinterland villages nestled above Nice and Cannes.
How far in advance should we book for the summer?
As early as possible. July and August are often fully booked by spring; for a multi-day stay, twelve weeks’ notice is highly recommended.
How does pricing work?
By bespoke quotation, adjusted to the menu, the number of guests and the length of your stay. The service fee and grocery provisions are handled separately.