Nick Botberg - Private Chef

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Michelin-trained private chef offering curated private dinners, elevated catering, and gourmet experiences across San Diego With over 20 years in fine dining — from Hilton executive kitchens to Michelin-starred restaurants in Europe — Chef Nick blends French culinary technique with Asian umami, fire-cooked flavor, and surprising pairings inspired by chefs like Heston Blumenthal. Specialties include: • Multi-course French-inspired private dinners (3–6 courses) • BBQ and steak experiences (reverse sear, open fire) • Elevated Russian-Ukrainian and Italian menus • Vegetarian, keto, low-carb and fermented cuisine • Refined desserts and classic pastry

Overview

Hired 15 times

Serves San Diego, CA

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1 employee

1 year in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)

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American - casual

American - formal

Italian

Southern

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Mohammad N.

4 weeks ago

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Details: Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Lunch • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Asian • Italian • I'm flexible • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Rene F.

3 weeks ago

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Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 21 - 35 guests • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • I'm flexible • Barbecue • I'm flexible • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Julie H.

Feb 2, 2026

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Nikita did a great job listening to what our needs were and following through with them. He worked hard and made my teenage son's party a success. The food was delicious and his friends loved it.

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Mexican / Latin American • Vegetarian or vegan • Gluten free or celiac • Nut allergies • I'm flexible • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Elena B.

Jan 20, 2026

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Thank you so much to the chef for the incredible food! Everything was absolutely delicious, interesting, and made with love. True professionalism from start to finish, and the kitchen was left perfectly clean and tidy. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • French • I'm flexible • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Kathy S.

Mar 15, 2026

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Nikita came to our home to do a special 40th birthday dinner celebration for seven of us. He was amazing!!! We loved everything he prepared and it was all a beautiful presentation ! He was polite and kind and friendly. He cleaned up everything afterwards. He made a special accommodation for two of the guests and their food preference. It couldnt have been a more delightful evening! Thanks so much Nikita!!

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