Nicolás Mónaco
Private Chef · Chicago
Chicago, Illinois · chef@nicolasmonaco.com · WhatsApp (872) 214-6642
Summary
Professional chef with a Mediterranean backbone, Argentine fire and Latin American and contemporary American influence. Trained in Argentina, with kitchens in Buenos Aires, Miami, Madrid and Chicago. Currently cooking at Mama Delia, a Michelin Bib Gourmand kitchen in Wicker Park, and cooking private tables since 2022. Market-led, seasonal, with restaurant discipline and relaxed hospitality.
Experience
- Chef · Mama Delia — Wicker Park, ChicagoCurrent
Michelin Bib Gourmand kitchen.
- Private Chef & Culinary Consultant · Private households, celebrations and executive dinners2022 – present
Bespoke menus, sourcing, service and full kitchen handover.
- Head Chef · C Gourmand — MadridFrom Dec 2025
Leading menus, sourcing and service.
- Sous Chef · Pimiento Verde — MadridSep 2022 – Oct 2025
Fine-dining restaurant.
Education
Culinary Arts & Management
Culinary Institute of Argentina, 2021
Languages
English, Spanish
Cuisines
Mediterranean · Argentine fire & asado · Latin American · Contemporary American · Seasonal, market-led
Service area
Chicago, Wicker Park, Bucktown, Lincoln Park, Gold Coast, River North, West Loop, Streeterville, Hyde Park, Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Lake Forest, Oak Park, Hinsdale, Naperville