Private Chef · Bodrum · Year-Round
Bespoke private dining crafted in your villa kitchen. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner — seasonal ingredients, world-inspired menus, and a personal touch that makes every meal unforgettable.
Let’s Create Your Moment
Meet Your Chef
Kapelia is a private dining experience inspired by the Aegean lifestyle. Seasonal ingredients from local farmers, traditional recipes reimagined with a modern touch, and a personal service that feels like home. Every dish is prepared fresh in your villa kitchen, with full setup, presentation, and kitchen cleanup included.
Ingredients from Bodrum’s finest local farmers, fishermen, and markets
Ready menus for easy selection, but every dish can be tailored to your taste
Available 12 months a year in Bodrum — not just summer season
Every meal includes a special surprise — a welcome drink, an extra course, or a personal touch from the chef
“Cooking is not just about food — it’s about the story we tell at your table.”
Ece Yeni Çakar · KapeliaYour Style, Your Choice
Shared platters at the centre of the table. Relaxed, generous, and perfect for groups who love to pass dishes and create a warm, social atmosphere.
Individually plated courses with artistic presentation. Elegant, refined, and ideal for intimate occasions or when you want a restaurant-quality experience at home.
Every menu comes with an unexpected gift from the chef — sometimes a welcome drink crafted for the occasion, sometimes an extra dish that perfectly complements your evening. It’s our way of making each experience uniquely yours.
How It Works
Fill out the form or message us on WhatsApp. Share your dates, group size, and what kind of experience you’re dreaming of.
We’ll suggest menus, discuss dietary needs, and tailor every detail. Confirm with a 50% deposit and we’re set.
On the day, our team arrives with fresh ingredients and transforms your kitchen into a private restaurant. You don’t lift a finger.
Enjoy every course, create memories with your loved ones, and leave the cleanup to us. This is what holidays should feel like.
Guest Voices
“Absolutely extraordinary. The Aegean Coast menu was the highlight of our entire holiday. The sea bass was perfection, and the team left the kitchen spotless.”
“We booked Kapelia for a family celebration in our Yalikavak villa. The Italian Table menu was incredible — even my Italian mother-in-law approved of the tiramisu!”
“From the first WhatsApp message to the last cleaned plate, everything was seamless. The Embers & Origins menu brought our whole group together. This is how you holiday.”
“The Far East Kitchen blew us away. The attention to detail, the flavours, the presentation — world-class private dining in our Bodrum villa.”
“Perfect for our girls’ trip. The Spicy & Bold menu was divine. The chef’s surprise welcome cocktail was the cherry on top. Five stars all the way.”
“I organise luxury retreats in Bodrum. Kapelia has become my go-to recommendation — professional, reliable, and the food is absolutely world-class.”
Where We Serve
Kapelia brings bespoke private dining to every corner of Bodrum. Wherever your villa, Airbnb, or holiday home is located — we come to you with fresh ingredients, our team, and everything needed to create an unforgettable meal.
Start Your Experience
Fill out the form and your message will be sent directly to us via WhatsApp. We’ll be back to you within 24 hours.
Your WhatsApp message is ready. We’ll respond within 24 hours to start designing your experience.
Questions & Answers
Lunch and dinner menus start from $85 per person. Breakfast starts from $55 per person. Final pricing is confirmed during the booking process based on your selections, group size, and any customisations.
50% deposit is required upon booking confirmation. The remaining 50% is due before the first service day. In case of cancellation, the deposit is non-refundable.
We recommend booking at least 1–2 weeks in advance during peak season (July–August). Earlier is always better to secure your preferred date.
Yes. Kapelia operates 12 months a year in Bodrum. While summer is our busiest season, we’re available for private dining any time of year.
Absolutely. Our curated menus are designed for easy selection, but every dish can be personalised. Whether you want to swap ingredients, add courses, or create something entirely new — we’ll design it together.
Yes. Please share any allergies, vegetarian/vegan needs, or other dietary preferences and we’ll adjust the menu accordingly.
Dinner menus are curated set menus with a theme. Breakfast is fully a la carte — you pick and choose from a wide selection of items to build your perfect morning spread.
Everything: fresh ingredients, chef, grill assistant if needed, service staff, cooking, presentation, serving, and complete kitchen cleanup. You just relax and enjoy.
Yes. Family style means shared platters in the centre of the table. Fine dining means individually plated courses with artistic presentation. The choice is yours.
Every meal includes a special surprise from the chef — it might be a welcome cocktail, an amuse-bouche, or an extra dish. It’s always a delightful addition to your experience.
That’s our speciality. We serve villas, Airbnbs, and holiday homes across Bodrum including Yalikavak, Turkbuku, Gumusluk, Bitez, and more.
Yes. We have a dedicated breakfast menu with a pick-and-choose format. You select items from different categories and we create your perfect morning spread.
Yes, we regularly serve groups of 20+ guests. For very large events, please get in touch and we’ll discuss the best setup.
Guides & Stories
Planning a villa holiday, a bachelorette, or a celebration dinner? Our long-form guides answer the questions guests ask us every week — written from working Bodrum kitchens, not a content desk.
All 18 Bodrum Peninsula areas compared — Yalıkavak, Türkbükü, Gümüşlük, Bitez and beyond. Who each one is right for, in one honest guide.
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