Ericeira, Portugal
I help families and busy professionals eat well at home without having to think about planning, shopping, cooking, or cleaning up every week.
I work with fresh ingredients and a simple process that fits your routine and tastes. The goal is food that feels calm, organized, and good to eat.
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About
I'm a personal chef based in Ericeira, and I work directly with people who want good food at home without the full hassle of managing it themselves.
After years of balancing operations and cooking in HoReCa, I realized that being in the kitchen is where I feel most at home. Working closely with clients lets me understand what they really like and create food that fits their life.
To me, good food should be simple, balanced, and reassuring. Eating well at home should make your day better, not add to your list.
Who I work with
My clients are usually families, busy professionals, and expats living in Portugal — both short-term and long-term. They care about good food, but they don't always have time to plan and cook every week.
Life gets full — work, children, routines, surf, travel, learning, and everything else. I help make home food easier and more enjoyable.
Families who want a reliable way to eat well at home.
Busy professionals who want to save time without lowering their food standards.
People who appreciate a personal, thoughtful approach to cooking.
What I do
I take care of the full home food cycle: weekly meal planning, shopping, cooking, storage, labeling, and kitchen clean-up.
The idea is simple — you open the fridge and know what's ready for the next few days, without having to think about it.
How pricing works
My work is priced at €25/hour.
Menu planning is included, and grocery costs are agreed separately based on your weekly needs and the kind of meals we plan together.
For some clients, that means a simple day-by-day setup. For others, it works better as a weekly budget for food plus my working hours. If you're interested, we can talk through what makes sense for your home.
How it works
Everything stays simple.
Short brief
I learn about your tastes, allergies, dislikes, and what you want more of in your week.
Menu draft
I create a weekly menu based on your preferences.
Your selection
You choose the dishes that feel right for that week.
Shopping list
I prepare the shopping list, and you can add anything extra if needed.
Cooking day
We agree on the day; I usually need around five hours for shopping and cooking.
Clean finish
I leave the kitchen clean and the fridge organized with prepared meals.
Feedback
I ask what worked well and what to adjust for next time.
Why work with me
I work autonomously, respect the space I'm in, and adapt to different tastes and routines without making things complicated.
My clients don't need a generic meal plan — they need food that actually fits their life and tastes good.
Good food at home should feel simple, thoughtful, and supportive — not like another thing to manage.
Eating well at home should make life easier, not more complicated.
Signature style
My cooking naturally includes Asian, Middle Eastern, Ukrainian, and Mediterranean influences — from slow-cooked meat and curries to dumplings, homemade bread, fermentation, and baked goods.
I like food that feels comforting, balanced, and alive — simple in the best way, but still full of character.
A small detail I love
I also enjoy working with homemade bread, fermentation, and other details that make food feel more personal and complete. It's not a separate service, but it's part of the way I cook and think about food.
Learning and consultation
If you want to cook for yourself but don't know where to start, I also offer consultations, training sessions, and full cooking guidance.
This can be a one-time session or a more complete learning process, depending on what you need.
Testimonials
"The kitchen was spotless, the fridge was full of great meals, and for the first time in a long while I didn't have to think about what to cook."
"Daria made our week so much easier — the food was delicious, beautifully organized, and completely tailored to our tastes."
"I loved how thoughtful and reliable the whole process was. Daria truly listened, and it felt like someone finally took care of the food part of our life."
Contact
If you want support with home food, I'd love to hear what your routine looks like. Book a call or send a message so we can talk about your needs, your schedule, and what kind of support would be the best fit for your home.
Based in Ericeira · Available within 5 km · Open to Lisbon enquiries