In-Home Dining
Price on request
Restaurant-level dinner in your villa or resort. Custom tasting menu rooted in Costa Rican flavors, full tableside service and kitchen cleanup included.
Book Now →PRIVATE VILLAS
CUSTOM MENUS
LOCAL INGREDIENTS
FULL SERVICE
Restaurant-level dining in the privacy of your villa, resort or vacation home — crafted by Chef Kocho with fresh Pacific seafood, tropical ingredients and the warm spirit of Costa Rica.
PRIVATE VILLAS
CUSTOM MENUS
LOCAL INGREDIENTS
FULL SERVICE
Restaurant-level dining in the privacy of your villa, resort or vacation home — crafted by Chef Kocho with fresh Pacific seafood, tropical ingredients and the warm spirit of Costa Rica.
Years of Culinary Mastery
Custom Menus
Hours Response Time
Guest Rating

- THE ARTIST BEHIND THE PLATE -
Chef Kocho brings a decade of culinary excellence from San Sebastián, Basque Country to the heart of Guanacaste.
Drawing from Costa Rica's extraordinary natural bounty — the freshest Pacific catch, exotic tropical fruits, wild herbs from the dry forest — every menu is a love letter to this extraordinary land.
Whether it's an intimate dinner for two beneath the stars or a grand celebration for twenty, Chef Kocho transforms any villa into a world-class dining destination that captures the soul of Guanacaste.
- WHAT WE OFFER -
Price on request
Restaurant-level dinner in your villa or resort. Custom tasting menu rooted in Costa Rican flavors, full tableside service and kitchen cleanup included.
Book Now →From $13 per glass
Expertly curated wines to elevate every course — crisp whites, bold reds and sparkling selections matched to your personalized menu.
Add to Event →Price on request
Hands-on class for 1–6 people. Learn Chef Kocho's signature Costa Rican dishes with printed recipes to take home.
Book a Class →Price on request
Artisan cocktails crafted from fresh tropical Guanacaste ingredients — the perfect complement to any event or Pacific sunset.
Book Now →Price on request
Start your Guanacaste morning right. Fresh tropical fruits, Costa Rican classics and elegant brunch spreads served at your villa.
Book Now →- VISUAL JOURNEY -
How it works
A simple, refined private chef experience designed so you can enjoy your villa, your guests and the flavors of Guanacaste without worrying about the kitchen.
Send your date, villa location, guest count, dietary needs and the kind of dining experience you want to create.
Chef Kocho designs a personalized menu inspired by Costa Rica’s local flavors and tailored to your occasion.
Once confirmed, the details are handled for you — planning, ingredients, preparation and service timing.
Chef Kocho arrives, cooks, serves each course and leaves the kitchen clean after your private dining experience.
FAQ
Helpful answers about service areas, booking, dietary needs, private dining, groceries and special events with Chef Kocho.
Frequently asked questions about Pura Vida Private Chef, private chef Guanacaste, private chef Costa Rica, chef privado Guanacaste, villa dining Guanacaste, private chef Tamarindo, private chef Papagayo, private chef Liberia Costa Rica, in-home dining Guanacaste and luxury private chef Costa Rica.
We serve Guanacaste, Costa Rica, including Liberia, Tamarindo, Papagayo Peninsula, Nosara, Sámara, Las Catalinas, Playa Hermosa and surrounding villa areas. A travel fee may apply depending on distance and service format.
We recommend booking at least 48–72 hours in advance. For groups of 10 or more, weddings, retreats or corporate events, 5–7 days is preferred so Chef Kocho can plan the menu and source the best local ingredients.
Yes. Menus can be adapted for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and other dietary needs or allergies. Please include all restrictions in your booking request so the menu can be planned with care.
In-home dining includes menu planning, ingredient shopping, cooking, plated service for each course and kitchen cleanup. It is designed to feel like a restaurant-level private dining experience without leaving your villa.
Grocery costs are usually separate from the chef fee and charged at cost. The final proposal depends on guest count, menu style, location, ingredients and service format.
Yes. Chef Kocho can support private villa parties, wedding welcome dinners, anniversaries, retreats and corporate gatherings. Larger groups receive a customized proposal based on location, menu and service needs.
Yes. Breakfast and brunch service can include fresh tropical fruits, Costa Rican classics, elegant spreads and custom options for your villa, vacation rental or retreat.
Yes. Private cooking classes are available for small groups and make a memorable gift or vacation experience. They can include hands-on preparation, local flavors and recipes to take home.
"Chef Kocho turned our anniversary dinner into an absolute masterpiece. The flavors, the presentation, the warmth — it was the most memorable meal of our lives. Worth every penny."
— Sarah & Michael T. Vacation Villa, Guanacaste
Ready to Experience It?
Serving villas, resorts and private homes across Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Every dietary need is welcome. Any group size, any occasion.
Private chef service in Liberia, Guanacaste, Costa Rica · chefkocho@puravidaprivatechef.com
Reservation Request
Share your date, location, guest count and preferences. Chef Kocho will reply with a personalized menu proposal.
Service Area
All of Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Response Time
Within 24 hours
Booking Notice
Minimum 48–72 hours recommended
“No commitment required — just extraordinary food waiting to happen.”
NAME *
LAST NAME *
WHATSAPP *
E-MAIL *
EVENT DATE *
GUESTS *
SUBJECT *
LOCATION IN GUANACASTE *
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS *
TELL US ABOUT YOUR EVENT
Your request will open as a prepared email to Chef Kocho so you can send it directly.

Private chef service in Guanacaste, Costa Rica offering luxury in-home dining, wine pairings, cooking lessons, cocktail service and custom culinary experiences rooted in local Pacific flavors.
Private Event Catering
In Home Dining
Cooking Lessons
Wine Pairings
Cocktail Service
Breakfast and Brunch
chefkocho@puravidaprivatechef.com
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Custom Events
Guanacaste, Costa Rica
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Private Chef in Guanacaste, Costa Rica · chefkocho@puravidaprivatechef.com
Reservation Request
Share your date, location, guest count and preferences. Chef Kocho will reply with a personalized menu proposal.
Service Area
All of Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Response Time
Within 24 hours
Booking Notice
Minimum 48–72 hours recommended
“No commitment required — just extraordinary food waiting to happen.”
NAME *
LAST NAME *
WHATSAPP *
E-MAIL *
EVENT DATE *
GUESTS *
SUBJECT *
LOCATION IN GUANACASTE *
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS *
TELL US ABOUT YOUR EVENT *
Your request will open as a prepared email to Chef Kocho so you can send it directly.