Marbella’s Kitchen - Chili Specialties, Private Chef, Catering, and Cooking Classes

Private or Personal Chef

Sometimes you simply want to enjoy a special evening without having to cook yourself. That is exactly where Marbella comes in as a private or personal chef.

Marbella brings her Caribbean Creole cuisine directly to your home. Aromatic spices, fresh ingredients, and colorful dishes create a menu that tastes like sunshine, holidays, and pure joy. Whether it is a cozy dinner with friends, a birthday celebration, or a special family gathering, Marbella takes care of the shopping, preparation, and cooking so you can fully focus on your guests.

A particularly nice touch: upon request, Marbella brings her own cooking and dining dishes and even takes care of the washing up afterwards. This way you can truly relax and enjoy the evening.

The menus are individually created and adapted to the occasion as well as the wishes of the guests. Despite the personal service and high quality ingredients, the prices remain very affordable, which makes the experience especially attractive.

👛 Here is what I paid:

Travel: CHF 80 flat rate in the greater Zurich area
Food tavolata with dessert for 4 adults: CHF 240
Food for 2 small children: CHF 50

• Water is included
• 2 hours on site are included
• Cooking and dining dishes on request
• Children on request. From age 14 they pay the full price

TOTAL: CHF 370

Especially for smaller groups, this is a surprisingly fair way to enjoy a special dinner at home. Marbella cooks, you enjoy the evening, and what remains is a memorable night with truly great food.
 

Cooking Classes

I personally attended a Caribbean cooking class at Marbella’s Kitchen, and it quickly became clear that this is not just about cooking, it is about creating a real experience.

Marbella does not only bring her recipes, but also temperament, joy of life, and more than 10 years of experience running cooking classes. She guides the evening with lots of energy, shares practical tips, and makes sure everyone feels comfortable. On request, Marbella can also host the cooking class directly at your home.

The course lasts around four hours and is structured in a varied and engaging way. It begins with a short introduction to the ingredients and the menu. Afterwards, participants are divided into teams of two, so everyone actively takes part in the cooking.

The recipes use ingredients that are not necessarily part of everyday cooking, such as cassava, sweet potatoes, plantains, or tamarind. Marbella not only explains the recipes but also shares many valuable tips on how to work with these ingredients, from proper preparation to possible flavor combinations.

During my class, the menu included mango avocado salad, a refreshing quinoa salad with mint, a vegetarian dish, and chicken legs cooked in coconut milk. To finish, there was a dessert that perfectly fits Caribbean cuisine: sweet potato pudding.

After cooking together, everyone sits down to enjoy the meal. This moment around the table is what makes the experience so special. You taste the different dishes, exchange impressions, and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere.

The cooking classes at Marbella’s Kitchen can be booked as private cooking classes, group events, or corporate events, and are perfect for anyone who wants to discover new flavors and enjoy a memorable evening.
 

Catering

For events, corporate gatherings, or private celebrations, Marbella’s Kitchen also offers catering.

This is not about standard buffet catering, but about fresh and creative dishes inspired by Caribbean Creole cuisine, prepared with great care. Aromatic spices, fresh ingredients, and intense flavors turn every catering into a special culinary experience. Depending on the occasion, the offering can range from an apéritif style menu to a full dinner.

The catering service is not only available externally. Events can also take place directly at Marbella’s Kitchen in Walenstadt. When the weather is nice, guests can sit in the beautiful chili garden with more than 160 chili plants and enjoy a stunning view of the Churfirsten mountains. The relaxed atmosphere, the great food, and the unique surroundings make these events truly special.
 

Chili Sauces

One of Marbella’s special passion projects is her homemade chili sauces.

She develops the recipes herself and produces the sauces in small batches. Each variety has its own character, ranging from fruity and mild to pleasantly spicy. The sauces pair perfectly with meat, vegetables, bowls, or simply as an extra kick in everyday cooking.

The chili sauces are available directly through Marbella’s Kitchen or at various markets where Marbella regularly appears with her stand. In addition, she has a small shop in Walenstadt where the sauces can be picked up directly.