{ "slug": "sara-salamanca", "name": "Sara Salamanca", "base": "Avalon Beach, NSW", "cuisines": [ "Seafood", "Mediterranean", "Italian", "French" ], "languages": [ "es", "en" ], "years_cooking": null, "hook": "Dedicated to cooking with experience in diverse culinary cultures, styles, and an artistic touch.", "price_per_guest_from": { "amount": 150, "currency": "AUD", "guests_min": 3, "guests_max": 6, "guests": "3 to 6" }, "price_per_guest_to": { "amount": 220, "currency": "AUD", "guests_min": 2, "guests_max": 2, "guests": "2" }, "rating": { "value": 5, "count": 2, "scale": 5 }, "occasion_pages": [ "birthday", "date-night", "dinner-party" ], "availability": "on_enquiry", "page_indexed": true, "links": { "json": "https://www.sydneyprivatechef.com/api/chefs/sara-salamanca.json", "html": "https://www.sydneyprivatechef.com/chef/sara-salamanca", "enquire": "https://www.privatechefmanager.com/en-au/wizard/chef-site/chef/132311" }, "market": { "city": "Sydney", "region_code": "NSW", "country": "AU" }, "bio": [ "Hello im a Spanish chef, I have several years of cooking experience, as I started from a very early age. I lived in Dubai for 10 years, learning about different cuisines, cultures, and culinary techniques, while running my own pastry business.", "After returning to Spain two years ago, I decided to continue practicing and refining my cooking while studying for my university degree. I specialize in Mediterranean, Latin, Asian, and Middle Eastern cuisine, creating personalized menus and unique dining experiences in the comfort of the home." ], "includes": [ "groceries and shopping", "cooking", "serving at the table", "the washing up" ], "price_note": "Per guest, all-in. Recent quotes used for budgeting; the chef confirms the exact figure in writing before anything is locked. Every price names the number of guests it is quoted for.", "menus": [ { "name": "Mediterranean land and sea", "description": "Savor the Mediterranean land and sea with a curated selection: choose 2 from a variety of fresh and flavorful appetizers, followed by 2 exquisite first courses featuring seafood, pasta, and seasonal vegetables. Select 1 main course from premium meats and fish, and finish with a delightful dessert of your choice.", "cuisines": [ "Mediterranean", "Seafood" ], "dish_count": 33, "price_per_guest": [ { "amount": 220, "currency": "AUD", "guests_min": 3, "guests_max": 6, "guests": "3 to 6" } ], "dietary": { "vegetarian": false, "vegan": false }, "courses": [ { "course": "Starter", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Balsamic-glazed cranberry & whipped white bean and lemon spread stuffed mushrooms with spinach", "Burrata with Roasted Peaches, Basil Oil & Aged Balsamic", "Carpaccio of Beef Fillet with Parmesan, Rocket & Lemon Dressing", "Carpaccio de Salmón", "Greek-Style Bruschetta – Crispy baguette slices topped with Feta, cherry tomatoes, olives, and a drizzle of balsamic reduction", "Octopus Carpaccio – citrus soy, olive oil, shiso", "Fresh Oysters", "Seared Scallops with Cauliflower Purée, Lemon Oil & Crispy Capers", "Garlic shrimp in olive oil and chilli" ] }, { "course": "First Course", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Heirloom Tomato Tartare with Avocado, Shallot & Citrus Dressing", "Classic French onion soup", "Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Brown Butter & Crispy Sage", "Prawn & mango salad with citrus vinaigrette", "Citrus pomegranate kale salad", "Mediterranean Salad with modena dressing, figs and nuts", "Creamy Mushroom & White Wine Soup" ] }, { "course": "Main Course", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Grilled salmon with herb butter, greens & crushed potatoes", "Herb-Crusted Beef Fillet with Truffle Mashed Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetables", "Roast Lamb Rack with Garlic-Rosemary Jus & Dauphinoise Potatoes", "Pan-seared white fish in brown butter, capers, lemon", "Lamb-chops chimichurri", "Wild Mushroom Risotto with almond Parmesan crumble & Truffle Oil", "Smoked Salmon & Lemon Linguine", "Spaghetti allo Scoglio, seafood pasta", "Marbled Pumpkin & Herb Ravioli with Browned Olive Oil", "Baked sea bass with lemon and herbs" ] }, { "course": "Dessert", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Lemon myrtle cheesecake with berry compote", "Tiramisu to your taste (classic, matcha, fresh berries)", "Torta Caprese al Cioccolato – Flourless chocolate and almond cake, served with raspberry coulis and whipped cream", "Salted caramel cheesecake", "Lemon grass pannacotta", "Panna Cotta con Coulis de Frutos Rojos", "Pavlova, meringue topped with cream and fresh fruit / berries" ] } ] }, { "name": "Bella Cucina", "description": "Bella Cucina offers a refined Italian dining experience with one appetizer, one first course, one main course, and one dessert to choose from in each course. Enjoy classic dishes such as bruschetta, carbonara, grilled salmon, and tiramisu, alongside a variety of traditional favorites.", "cuisines": [ "Italian" ], "dish_count": 27, "price_per_guest": [ { "amount": 170, "currency": "AUD", "guests_min": 13, "guests_max": 20, "guests": "13 to 20" } ], "dietary": { "vegetarian": false, "vegan": false }, "courses": [ { "course": "Starter", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Bruschetta al Pomodoro – Toasted rustic bread topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil", "Caprese Salad – Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, balsamic glaze, and extra virgin olive oil", "Arancini Siciliani – Crispy fried rice balls filled with mozzarella and ragù", "Calamari Fritti – Lightly fried squid served with lemon and garlic aioli", "Prosciutto e Melone – Thin slices of prosciutto served with fresh melon", "Burrata with Roasted Peaches, Basil Oil & Aged Balsamic" ] }, { "course": "First Course", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Spaghetti Carbonara – Pasta with pancetta, pecorino cheese, egg yolk, and black pepper", "Risotto ai Funghi – Creamy mushroom risotto with parmesan and herbs", "Creamy Mushroom & White Wine Soup", "Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Brown Butter & Crispy Sage", "Lasagna alla Bolognese – Layers of pasta, beef ragù, béchamel, and cheese", "Sautéed mussels with garlic, parsley & white wine", "Mediterranean Salad with modena dressing, figs and nuts", "Gnocchi al Pesto – Potato gnocchi tossed in fresh basil pesto sauce" ] }, { "course": "Main Course", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Grilled Salmon al Limone – Salmon fillet with lemon butter and herbs", "Beef braised in red wine with creamy polenta", "Eggplant Parmigiana – Baked eggplant layered with tomato sauce and cheese", "Beef steak (ribeye, sirloin, or fillet) – With peppercorn or mushroom sauce", "Chicken Parmigiana – Breaded chicken topped with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella", "Osso Buco – Slow-braised veal shank served with gremolata", "Saltimbocca alla Romana – Veal with prosciutto and sage in white wine sauce" ] }, { "course": "Dessert", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Tiramisu – Coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone cream", "Citrus Panna Cotta (Coconut-Based)", "Panna Cotta – Creamy vanilla dessert served with berry sauce", "Cannoli Siciliani – Crispy pastry shells filled with sweet ricotta cream", "Gelato Selection – Assorted Italian ice cream flavors", "Chocolate Lava Cake – Warm chocolate cake with molten center" ] } ] }, { "name": "Coastal Harvest", "description": "A coastal-inspired menu featuring one choice from each course, with fresh Australian flavours across appetiser, first course, main course and dessert. Highlights include seafood, lamb, seasonal produce and classic favourites, all crafted for a balanced dining experience.", "cuisines": [ "Seafood" ], "dish_count": 24, "price_per_guest": [ { "amount": 220, "currency": "AUD", "guests_min": 2, "guests_max": 2, "guests": "2" } ], "dietary": { "vegetarian": false, "vegan": false }, "courses": [ { "course": "Starter", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Salt & Pepper Calamari – Crispy calamari served with lemon aioli and fresh herbs", "Pumpkin & Feta Arancini – Golden risotto balls with roasted pumpkin and feta", "Sydney Rock Oysters – Fresh oysters served natural or with citrus dressing", "Bush Tomato Bruschetta – Toasted sourdough topped with bush tomato relish and ricotta", "Lamb Kofta Skewers – Grilled lamb skewers with mint yogurt sauce", "Barramundi Fish Cakes – Crispy fish cakes served with sweet chili lime sauce" ] }, { "course": "First Course", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Creamy Garlic Prawn Pasta – Fresh prawns tossed in garlic cream sauce with linguine", "Roasted Pumpkin Risotto – Creamy risotto with roasted pumpkin and parmesan", "Chicken & Mushroom Pie – Classic Aussie-style pie with flaky pastry", "Beetroot and Goat Cheese Gnocchi – Soft gnocchi with roasted beetroot sauce", "Seafood Chowder – Rich creamy soup with local seafood and herbs", "Macadamia Crusted Pasta Bake – Baked pasta topped with crunchy macadamias" ] }, { "course": "Main Course", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Grilled Barramundi – Fresh barramundi fillet served with lemon butter and greens", "Slow Cooked Lamb Shank – Tender lamb with rosemary mash and red wine jus", "Chicken Schnitzel – Golden crumbed chicken served with chips and salad", "Beef Steak with Pepper Sauce – Grilled steak served with roasted vegetables", "BBQ Glazed Pork Ribs – Smoky ribs with crispy fries and slaw", "Vegetarian Stuffed Capsicum – Roasted capsicum filled with quinoa and vegetables" ] }, { "course": "Dessert", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Pavlova, meringue topped with cream and fresh fruit / berries", "Sticky Date Pudding – Warm date pudding with caramel sauce and ice cream", "Lamingtons – Sponge cake coated in chocolate and coconut", "Macadamia Chocolate Tart – Rich chocolate tart with roasted macadamias", "Lemon myrtle cheesecake with berry compote", "Citrus Panna Cotta (Coconut-Based)" ] } ] }, { "name": "Château Blanc", "description": "A refined French-inspired menu featuring one choice from each course: appetiser, first course, main course, and dessert. Enjoy classic dishes such as French onion soup, mushroom risotto, coq au vin, and crème brûlée, all crafted to create an elegant dining experience.", "cuisines": [ "French" ], "dish_count": 24, "price_per_guest": [ { "amount": 170, "currency": "AUD", "guests_min": 7, "guests_max": 12, "guests": "7 to 12" } ], "dietary": { "vegetarian": false, "vegan": false }, "courses": [ { "course": "Starter", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "French Onion Soup – Rich beef broth with caramelized onions, toasted baguette, and melted Gruyère cheese", "Salade Niçoise – Tuna, olives, eggs, green beans, tomatoes, and vinaigrette", "Seared Scallops with Cauliflower Purée, Lemon Oil & Crispy Capers", "Grilled octopus with lemon, parsley & olive oil", "Carpaccio of Beef Fillet with Parmesan, Rocket & Lemon Dressing", "Mediterranean Salad with modena dressing, figs and nuts" ] }, { "course": "First Course", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Mushroom Risotto Français – Creamy risotto with wild mushrooms and herbs", "Crêpes au Fromage – Savory cheese crêpes with béchamel sauce", "Gratin Dauphinois – Thinly sliced potatoes baked with cream and cheese", "Ratatouille with Herbed Rice – Traditional Provençal vegetables served over rice", "Pasta au Poulet et Crème – Pasta with chicken in a garlic cream sauce", "Soufflé au Fromage – Light and airy cheese soufflé" ] }, { "course": "Main Course", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Beef Bourguignon – Tender beef stew cooked in Burgundy wine", "Duck à l’Orange – Roasted duck with a sweet citrus glaze", "Filet de Saumon – Pan-seared salmon with lemon butter sauce", "Steak Frites – Classic steak served with crispy French fries", "Chicken breast stuffed with mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil, served with roasted asparagus", "Beef braised in red wine with creamy polenta" ] }, { "course": "Dessert", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Crème Brûlée – Vanilla custard topped with caramelized sugar", "Chocolate Mousse – Rich and airy dark chocolate mousse", "Tarte Tatin – Upside-down caramelized apple tart", "Madeleines – Soft buttery sponge cakes", "Profiteroles – Cream-filled pastry puffs with chocolate sauce", "Lemon myrtle cheesecake with berry compote" ] } ] }, { "name": "Plato de campo", "description": "Selección de ingredientes frescos y naturales, cocinados de forma rústica y sabrosa, que recuerdan los sabores tradicionales del campo.", "cuisines": [], "dish_count": 29, "price_per_guest": [ { "amount": 150, "currency": "AUD", "guests_min": 3, "guests_max": 6, "guests": "3 to 6" } ], "dietary": { "vegetarian": false, "vegan": false }, "courses": [ { "course": "Starter", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Balsamic-glazed cranberry & Gruyère and spinach stuffed mushrooms", "Burrata with Roasted Peaches, Basil Oil & Aged Balsamic", "Carpaccio of Beef Fillet with Parmesan, Rocket & Lemon Dressing", "Garlic shrimp in olive oil and chilli", "Parmesan Crisps with Whipped Goat’s Cheese & Roasted Cherry Tomato", "Greek-Style Bruschetta – Crispy baguette slices topped with feta, cherry tomatoes, olives, and a drizzle of balsamic reduction" ] }, { "course": "First Course", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Citrus pomegranate kale salad", "Mediterranean Salad with figs and nuts", "Prawn & mango salad with citrus vinaigrette", "Crispy calamari with lemon & aioli", "Classic French onion soup", "Creamy Mushroom & White Wine Soup", "Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Brown Butter & Crispy Sage" ] }, { "course": "Main Course", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Grilled salmon fillet topped with a creamy lemon dill sauce, served with roasted baby potatoes and asparagus", "Beef Wellington", "Herb-Crusted Beef Fillet with Truffle Mashed Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetables", "Baked sea bass with lemon and herbs", "Smoked Salmon & Lemon Linguine", "Spaghetti allo Scoglio, seafood pasta", "Marbled Pumpkin & Herb Ravioli with Browned Olive Oil", "Wild Mushroom Risotto with Parmesan & Truffle Oil", "Beef braised in red wine with creamy polenta" ] }, { "course": "Dessert", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Tiramisu", "Citrus Panna Cotta (Coconut-Based)", "Fruit Shortcake", "Lemon and raspberry cheesecake", "Vanilla rice pudding", "Torta Caprese al Cioccolato – Flourless chocolate and almond cake, served with raspberry coulis and whipped cream", "Pavlova, meringue topped with cream and fresh fruit / berries" ] } ] }, { "name": "Mediterranean salty sweet", "description": "", "cuisines": [ "Mediterranean", "Seafood" ], "dish_count": 24, "price_per_guest": [ { "amount": 164, "currency": "AUD", "guests_min": 3, "guests_max": 6, "guests": "3 to 6" } ], "dietary": { "vegetarian": false, "vegan": false }, "courses": [ { "course": "Starter", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Balsamic-glazed cranberry & whipped white bean and lemon spread stuffed mushrooms with spinach", "Greek-Style Bruschetta – Crispy baguette slices topped with lactose free cream, cherry tomatoes, olives, and a drizzle of balsamic reduction", "Crispy tempeh with purple sweet potato purée & miso caramel", "Carrot & Ginger Velouté with Coconut Foam", "Crispy Chickpeas with Spice – Crunchy roasted chickpeas with smoked paprika, cumin, and sea salt" ] }, { "course": "First Course", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Marbled Pumpkin & Herb Ravioli with Browned Olive Oil", "Heirloom Tomato Tartare with Avocado, Shallot & Citrus Dressing", "Spaghetti Squash Nest with Roasted Vegetables & Piquillo Purée", "Wild Mushroom Risotto with almond Parmesan crumble & Truffle Oil", "Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Brown Butter & Crispy Sage", "Meze platter hummus, baba ganoush, tzatziki marinated olives, cherry tomatoes, cucumber sticks", "Quinoa Mediterranean Bowl" ] }, { "course": "Main Course", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Seared Garden Cutlet with Root Vegetable Purée & Balsamic Glaze", "Plant-Based Wellington en Croûte", "Seared Plant-Based “Filet” with Roasted Root Vegetables & Red Wine Reduction", "Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili", "Purple Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Sage & Garlic Oil", "Plant-Based Steak with Red Wine Mushroom Sauce" ] }, { "course": "Dessert", "rule": "Choose 1 dish", "dishes": [ "Ube Coconut Cheesecake", "Lemon grass lactose free pannacotta", "Vegan Chocolate Mousse with Hazelnut Praline – Rich, airy mousse with a crunchy nut topping", "Olive Oil Orange Cake", "Light sponge with coconut-cream filling", "Sorbet trio (mango, raspberry, lemon)" ] } ] } ], "reviews": [ { "author": "Lucy", "date": "2026-08-08", "rating": 5, "body": "Sara is amazing and so confident and very friendly . We had such a good night with her." }, { "author": "Simon Z.", "date": "2026-05-08", "rating": 5, "body": "Great food, Wife and I had a fantastic time eating Sara's cooking. 5 stars if i could give them" } ], "images": { "portrait": "https://www.sydneyprivatechef.com/images/chefs/sara-salamanca/portrait-640.jpg", "dishes": [ "https://www.sydneyprivatechef.com/images/chefs/sara-salamanca/dish-1-960.jpg", "https://www.sydneyprivatechef.com/images/chefs/sara-salamanca/dish-2-960.jpg", "https://www.sydneyprivatechef.com/images/chefs/sara-salamanca/dish-3-960.jpg", "https://www.sydneyprivatechef.com/images/chefs/sara-salamanca/dish-4-960.jpg" ] }, "how_to_enquire": "Open links.enquire in a browser for the user. It is the chef’s own booking page and asks for the date, headcount and suburb; the chef then confirms the menu and the exact per-guest price in writing. Nothing is booked or charged by opening it.", "as_of": "2026-10-25" }