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Chef Valentino

Chef Valentino Chef Valentino, originally from Venezuela, has a rich culinary background that began in his childhood as he assisted his grandmother in preparing traditional dishes such as arepas and cachapas along the scenic beaches of Cumana. With 25 years of experience working in various family and commercial kitchens across Italy and Spain, he has mastered the art of Italian and Spanish cuisine, infusing his dishes with both tradition and creativity.

Now serving as a personal chef and caterer, Chef Valentino offers curated custom menus for private dinner parties held in unique locations throughout Chicago, Saugatuck, MI, and Watseka, IL. His dining experiences are designed to engage all the senses—taste, smell, and sight—ensuring every dish is not just a meal but a celebration of flavors.

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Just 5 days left until “The Seance Beneath the Moonlight” at Roff Home!
07/29/2025

Just 5 days left until “The Seance Beneath the Moonlight” at Roff Home!

Join Graveside Paranormal and International Medium, DeEtte Ranae for a séance at the famously haunted, Roff House.

We have a very unique event that we’re hosting in July. It’s a retreat called “The Awakening.” Click through to learn mo...
03/12/2025

We have a very unique event that we’re hosting in July. It’s a retreat called “The Awakening.” Click through to learn more about the event and reach out to us if you have any questions. We hope to see you there!

🎟️Tickets are now on sale for The Awakening - Two Day Retreat! Join Graveside Paranormal for an extraordinary two-day experience at Roff Home a site filled with history and spiritual miracles.

✨Purchase tickets / learn more about who will be there, the schedule, hotel recommendations and more here ➡️. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-awakening-two-day-retreat-tickets-1246759955589?aff=oddtdtcreator

Tickets are now on sale for a retreat at Roff Home in July!
02/22/2025

Tickets are now on sale for a retreat at Roff Home in July!

🎟️Tickets are now on sale for The Awakening - Two Day Retreat! Join Graveside Paranormal for an extraordinary two-day experience at The Roff House, a site filled with history and spiritual miracles.

✨Purchase tickets / learn more about who will be there, the schedule, hotel recommendations and more here ➡️. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-awakening-two-day-retreat-tickets-1246759955589?aff=oddtdtcreator

Event announcement!!!
02/18/2025

Event announcement!!!

Tickets go on sale for The Awakening: A Spiritual Retreat in 7 days! More to come in the next few days!

✨Prepare yourself for The Awakening, a transformative 2-day spiritual retreat designed to awaken your mind, body, leading you toward self-enlightenment.

✨2 days of cuisine by Chef Valentino and wine tasting included part

✨Taking place at the historic and spiritually active Roff Home - 300 E Sheridan Street, Watseka, Illinois

✨This exclusive retreat is limited to only 25 participants and will be held on July 11th - 12th.

✨Any questions please email - [email protected]

01/11/2025

SOLD OUT! Tomorrow’s event, “A Victorian New Year” at Roff Home, is at capacity! Both for noon and 6 PM!

Thank you to everyone who bought tickets. Be sure to bring cash for the raffle baskets, which hold $700 in products and services from Watseka area businesses.

Proceeds to benefit Watseka Community Renewal and the city’s efforts to save the Stephens Bros Opera House.

12/28/2024
12/22/2024

TICKETS GOING FAST!!! ONE-THIRD of all tickets have sold for our event at Roff Home on Sat., 1/11 to support Watseka Community Renewal, the Stephen Brothers Opera House, and our other projects.

Want to attend? DO NOT WAIT. Once tickets are gone, they are gone.

https://www.mychefvalentino.com/private-chef-events

12/22/2024
NEED A CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR A SPECIAL SOMEONE? Pick up tickets to "A Victorian New Year" @ Roff Home on Sat., 1/11, with a...
12/18/2024

NEED A CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR A SPECIAL SOMEONE? Pick up tickets to "A Victorian New Year" @ Roff Home on Sat., 1/11, with a cornucopia of Italian appetizers and desserts from Chef Valentino. Get your tickets today!

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510 West Briar Place, Apt 503
Chicago, IL
60657

**Travel Directions to West Briar Place, Chicago**

**Public Transport:**
1. **Train:** Take the Red Line train towards Howard and get off at the Belmont station. From there, transfer to the #77 Belmont bus heading west. Get off at the intersection of Belmont and Southport, then walk a few blocks north to West Briar Place.
2. **Bus:** You can also take the #151 Sheridan bus or #36 Broadway bus, both of which have stops near West Briar Place.

**Driving/Parking:**
1. If you're driving, head towards Lake Shore Drive (US-41) and exit at Belmont Avenue.
2. Follow Belmont Avenue west until you reach Southport Avenue, then turn left.
3. Continue on Southport Avenue until you reach West Briar Place.
4. Street parking is available in the area; be sure to check for any parking restrictions or meters.

Safe travels!

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At Chef Valentino, dining transcends mere sustenance; it becomes a delightful sensory experience. Drawing from a rich culinary heritage rooted in Venezuela, Chef Valentino's journey began in the warm embrace of his grandmother's kitchen, where he learned the art of cooking with intuition and passion. This foundation blossomed into a remarkable career spanning 25 years in family and commercial kitchens across Italy and Spain, where he mastered the traditions that elevate these cuisines to an exquisite art form.

Chef Valentino specializes in creating curated, custom menus that showcase the finest flavors of Italy and Spain. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted to engage all your senses—taste, smell, and sight—ensuring that every meal is not just eaten but savored. Whether hosting a private dinner party or an intimate gathering in one of Chicago’s unique properties or beyond, guests can expect an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of Mediterranean dining.

With a commitment to excellence and a deep respect for culinary traditions, Chef Valentino brings the best of Italian and Spanish cuisine right to your table. Experience dining as it was meant to be—an enchanting celebration of flavor and artistry.

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