About

Daniel Ceballos

Daniel is a private chef based in Austin, creating intimate dinners, celebrations and gatherings throughout the Texas Hill Country.

His cooking is deeply personal — shaped by his Mexican heritage, years spent cooking and living in New York and California, and a love for seasonal ingredients, bold flavors and food made completely from scratch. Expect bright citrus, chiles, fresh herbs, beautiful vegetables, seafood, live-fire cooking and dishes that feel elevated without ever feeling overly formal.

Daniel's cooking is rooted in simple things done well: fresh ingredients, seasonal produce, thoughtful sourcing, organic whenever possible, and making as much as possible from scratch.

Daniel keeps his work intentionally personal and hands-on. Every menu is created specifically for the people at the table, based on the occasion, the season and the food they genuinely love. Ingredients are thoughtfully sourced, and everything from sauces and dressings to breads and desserts is made with care.

For Daniel, being a private chef is about much more than serving dinner. It is about creating the kind of evening where the host can relax, sit down and actually enjoy their own gathering.

When clients want a more fully styled experience, Daniel also helps shape the atmosphere around the meal — thoughtful tables, candles, natural textures, seasonal details and even the music. He loves creating a playlist or setting the tone for the evening so the food, table and energy all feel connected.

Based in

Austin, Texas

Travels to

Dripping Springs, Austin, the Texas Hill Country & beyond

Cooks for

Intimate dinners, family gatherings, retreats, celebrations and events