Refined French-Sephardic cooking with a Mediterranean warmth, particularly thoughtful for Shabbat dinners and Jewish holiday celebrations.
Benjamin Kalifa brings a French-Sephardic culinary tradition to private dining in Miami, bringing a refined, Mediterranean-influenced approach with deep roots in festive and holiday cooking. His work is particularly well suited to Shabbat dinners, Passover Seders and Jewish holiday celebrations, where the food is part of the ritual as much as the occasion, and where quality and thoughtfulness matter deeply. He can also bring the same warmth and care to secular celebrations and family gatherings.
French-Sephardic Mediterranean cooking: the warmth and generosity of North African and Middle Eastern tradition combined with French technique and a Mediterranean lightness. Benjamin's menus are designed to honour the occasion, whether a Shabbat table, a Passover Seder or a family celebration, with food that feels meaningful and generous. He is experienced with kosher requirements and observant table customs.
Shabbat dinners, Holiday celebrations, Elegant family gatherings.
A private chef experience can be arranged directly in your residence, creating a restaurant-level dinner without leaving your oceanfront setting. The kitchen is fully equipped and the terrace provides a spectacular private dining space.
Tell us your dates, number of guests, dietary preferences and occasion. We will help you structure the experience around your stay.
French gastronomic
Fifteen years at the world's most demanding private tables, from Paris to Tokyo to Miami. A Top Chef finalist with an exacting standard for ingredients, precision and personalised service.
Best for: Gastronomic tasting dinners · High-level business dinners · Intimate milestone celebrations
Modern American
Market-driven American cooking with a confident, seasonal touch suited to relaxed luxury entertaining.
Best for: Family meals · Group entertaining · Casual-elegant brunches
European refined
Elegant European-influenced cuisine with an instinct for seasonal produce and an eye for presentation.
Best for: Elegant couples dinners · Special occasions · Sophisticated small groups