Chef Joshua Clarke

I bring the true taste of Ukraine to your table—sincere, homemade, and prepared with love, as if for my own family.

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Alla Serkutan-Toalson

I share authentic Ukrainian comfort food—crafted with skill, memory, and heart.

Chef John

I was born in Mariupol in a Ukrainian family where the kitchen was always the heart of the home. I trained at Mariupol Culinary College and refined my craft through internships in Naples and Dortmund, shaping a style that balances tradition with confident technique. Today, through Holy Borshch, I cook the way my family always did—bringing the true taste of Ukraine to everyone who trusts me with their dinner. I’m also a certified member of the United States Personal Chef Association (USPCA).

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Chef John
Cooking is my tribute to Mariupol and my family—a way to keep warm memories alive and share them with everyone who sits at my table.

What you can expect when you dine with me

I cook with meaning and warmth

For me, cooking is my tribute to Mariupol and my family—a way to keep warm memories alive and share them with everyone who sits at the table.

I’m classically trained and internationally refined

I learned and cooked at Mariupol Culinary College, and later during internships in Naples, Italy, and Dortmund, Germany, where I strengthened my technique and deepened my respect for honest, from-scratch food.

I host you like a guest in my own home

My secret in the kitchen is simple: I cook as if welcoming guests into my own home, with care, generosity, and dishes made to be shared.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are my rates for private chef services in United States?

I build every menu from scratch, so what you pay depends on the dishes, how many guests, and the kind of service you want. Most of my dinners come to around 154 USD, and I'll always work with the budget you have in mind. Send me a message and I'll put together a proposal for your event.

What kind of food do I specialize in?

I cook Chef's special. I build my menus around ingredients that are in season and bought locally, because that's where the flavor is. And if anyone at your table has a dietary restriction, just tell me and I'll adjust the dishes so no one misses out.

How can you book my private chef services in United States?

To book me in United States, click the Book Now button on this page and follow the steps. You'll add your event date, guest count, and any dietary restrictions as you go. Once your request comes through, I read it myself and reply with a menu proposal and the dates I have open.

Can the menus accommodate food allergies or dietary restrictions?

Choose a menu, share your event details, and the Private Chef Manager team will help confirm the experience with the chef.