I had the pleasure Marco’s cooking, a tasty experience.
As a private chef, he brings not only professionalism but also creativity and passion to every dish. From start to finish, the entire experience felt like dining in a high-end restaurant—only more personal and relaxed. The flavors were perfectly balanced, has an eye for beautiful presentations and chooses his products with care.
He is skilled in everything from pastry to charcuterie and an excellent baker.
Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, celebrating something special, or just want an incredible meal in the comfort of your home, I can’t recommend him enough. An absolute gem of a chef with a great personality.

Siv Hereid

(Hardanger Folkeblad, regional Norwegian newspaper) https://www.hardanger-folkeblad.no/har-mal-om-a-bli-hardanger-sitt-matmekka/s/5-22-514942)

Marco is a great chef and an even nicer guy. When we stayed in the resort in Norway where he was working, he cooked of us an amazing dinner with local sourced ingredients and he shared with us his culinary secrets with charm and profound knowledge.
His multiple experiences around the world allow Marco to blend different flavours in each recipe to create an incredible dining experience. Highly recommended.

Marco Gafforini

We had the pleasure of welcoming Marco one evening to our coliving, and it was a really special experience.
He prepared a family dinner with fresh ingredients from the garden, it was full of flavor, intention, and sensitivity. You can tell he cooks with soul, with calm, and with great attention to detail. It wasn’t just a tasty meal, it was a beautiful, shared moment where everyone felt at ease. We would definitely invite him again.

Maraya Coliving

I had the pleasure of meeting this amazing chef five years ago, and since then, he hasn’t stopped surprising me with his culinary work.
Dedication, passion, presence, organization, attention to detail, composition, essence, delicacy… the list of qualities needed to describe this rising star in the art of cooking goes on.
What he does with his hands in the kitchen is pure alchemy and magic, creating not just dishes, but unique and memorable moments.
Now, as he steps into the world of teaching, he’s also ready to share a bit of that spark that makes him so special in the kitchen.

Jagriti Life

To whom it may concern,

It is my pleasure to highly recommend Chef Marco Burel, who worked aboard the motor

yacht Daylami by Arsol during the summer season of 2025.

Throughout his time onboard, Marco consistently demonstrated exceptional

professionalism, creativity, and dedication. His cuisine stood out for the outstanding

quality of ingredients, precision in execution, and beautiful presentation. Among the

several chefs we have had over the years, Marco was by far the best, both in flavor and in

overall performance.

His menus were varied, balanced, and perfectly adapted to the preferences of both guests

and crew. As an example, during the 20–21 September service, he prepared dishes such as

yellow tomato risotto with buffalo stracciatella, Iberian pork secreto with pineapple and

mint chutney, dry-aged beef tartare with umeboshi and honey-mustard sauce, and warm

apple with salted caramel ice cream. Each plate reflected a standard of fine dining

presentation and taste.

Beyond his culinary talent, Marco maintained a consistently positive, discreet, and

cooperative attitude—essential qualities when working aboard a yacht. His kitchen

management was impeccable, ensuring cleanliness, order, and efficiency even under

demanding conditions.

For all these reasons, I wholeheartedly recommend Marco Burel for any chef position,

whether onboard or on land. I am confident that he will bring the same level of excellence,

passion, and professionalism to any future role.

Gabriela Hatlewski; Owner’s Representative ;Motor Yacht Daylami by Arsol

We were a group of eight adults, and Marco cooked for us over four days, preparing

breakfast and either lunch or dinner each day. He used only regional and organic products,

and every breakfast was beautifully presented as a buffet, thoughtfully arranged according to

our wishes.

Each lunch and dinner included a starter, a main course, and a dessert. The variety of

dishes completely won us over — we were truly impressed by both the quality of the food

and Marco’s outstanding service.

Among the highlights were his risottos, ranging from classic Italian versions to more creative

interpretations inspired by paella, such as the one with gamba roja de Sóller and the

delicious combination of corvina and octopus. Unforgettable, too, was the Thai fish soup,

enriched with a fresh and aromatic blend of cilantro and lime that perfectly enhanced the

flavors of the sea.

There were also several vegetarian dishes — varied, flavorful, and showcasing the

freshness and quality of local ingredients.

Every course reflected a perfect balance of flavors, textures, and presentation.

Desserts were another highlight — refined, delicate, and always the perfect finale to each

meal.

Marco’s cuisine beautifully blends Italian, Spanish, Asian, and South American influences,

creating a truly unique and memorable culinary experience.

We can wholeheartedly recommend Marco as a private chef — it was an exceptional experience in every way!

Justus

Carta de recomendación

Por la presente deseo expresar mi más profunda y entusiasta recomendación para Marcos,

un joven cocinero italiano cuyo trabajo tuve el privilegio de disfrutar en la celebración de mi

60º cumpleaños.

Desde el primer momento, Marcos demostró un nivel de profesionalidad, preparación y

dedicación absolutamente excepcional. A pesar de trabajar en una cocina muy pequeña,

logró crear un menú que superó cualquier expectativa: carne exquisita, pescado exquisito,

ensaladas y entrantes perfectos, bebidas y zumos cuidadosamente elaborados, todo

presentado con una combinación perfecta de elegancia, innovación y exquisitez.

La decoración, completamente a cargo de él, fue impecable y armoniosa. Cada detalle

mostraba un gusto refinado y una sensibilidad extraordinaria.

Uno de los aspectos que más me impresionó fue su capacidad de organización. Llegó

perfectamente preparado, con todo lo necesario, permitiéndome disfrutar de mi celebración

sin preocuparme absolutamente por nada. Además, cumplió de manera ejemplar con el

presupuesto acordado, lo cual demuestra su honestidad y seriedad profesional.

Quisiera destacar también su comportamiento intachable, su limpieza, su presencia

elegante y su manera de explicar y servir cada plato, que hicieron del evento una

experiencia memorable no solo gastronómicamente, sino también humana y estética. Cada

gesto, cada detalle y cada preparación estaban hechos con una pasión y una competencia

que pocas veces se encuentran.

Estoy, sencillamente, deslumbrado por su trabajo.

Andrés Serra