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Nicholas Di Paolo

Personal Chef

Nicholas Di Paolo is a Personal Chef based in Sedona, Arizona. With over 30 years of restaurant experience, Chef Nick has worked in esteemed restaurants including Manhattan’s Raoul’s Bistro and Las Vegas' Foundation Room. Chef Nick's Italian-America upbringing is the foundation of his private culinary services. Chef Nick offers buffet-style catering, wedding catering, and standard family dinner menus for clients.

Education

  • Graduated from the New York Restaurant School

Professional Achievements

  • Featured in various publications, including Time Out Magazine, Seven, and Mountain Living
  • Appeared on local news as a guest chef in New York City, Las Vegas & Flagstaff

Certifications & Organizations

  • Arizona TPT License
  • Arizona Corporations Commission
  • Yavapai & Coconino County Health Department Certifications

Favorite Piece of Advice

Always be upfront with transparent pricing in the catering industry. If someone asks what your budget is before they send you a proposal in the catering industry, that should be a red flag.

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