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CIA-trained private chef for UHNW families, productions, and VIP events

NYC • Hamptons • South Florida

Discreet, Michelin-caliber private dining experiences for discerning clients, backed by verifiable media coverage and industry recognition.

Chef portrait

For editors, producers, and partners — photo credit: Chef Dave Pacifico / Pacifico Culinary Atelier

Chef Dave Pacifico — professional portrait

In the News

lohud (USA Today Network)
Apr 21, 2020

Local chef feeds doctors and nurses with a borrowed food truck

Chef Dave Pacifico mobilized community support to provide 200+ meals per service to frontline hospital workers during the height of the pandemic.

Times Herald-Record
Apr 19, 2009

Local chef cooks on set of TV's 'Law & Order: Criminal Intent'

Behind-the-scenes catering operations for major television production, serving cast and crew including Jeff Goldblum, Vincent D'Onofrio, Chris Noth, and Kathryn Erbe.

The Culinary Institute of America (CIA)
~2018

Chef David Pacifico '92—My Career of Opportunity

Alumni profile highlighting career trajectory from CIA graduate to private chef serving high-profile clients across diverse culinary environments.

Owned Media

Owned channels (self-reported; for background)

Official Website (About)

LinkedIn Profile

Bold.pro Résumé

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"Includes on-set service for 'Law & Order: Criminal Intent' cast and crew (Jeff Goldblum, Vincent D'Onofrio, Chris Noth, Kathryn Erbe)."

Source: Times Herald-Record, April 19, 2009

Press Releases

Press Release
April 12, 2026

Chef Dave Pacifico Launches Michelin-Caliber Private Dining for UHNW Families in NYC, the Hamptons, and South Florida

CIA-trained private chef expands wellness-driven, discreet experiences across tri-state estates, yachts, and VIP events

Press Release
April 12, 2026

From TV Sets to Private Estates: Chef Dave Pacifico Brings Film-Level Culinary Logistics to Luxury Homes

Former Law & Order: Criminal Intent set chef offers high-touch operations for multi-residence clients and productions

Press Release
April 12, 2026

Mobile Food Support: Chef Dave Pacifico Recognized for Frontline Meal Program During COVID-19

Initiative provided 200+ meals per service to hospital staff using a borrowed food truck

Claims regarding service to A-list talent are referenced as "has served A-list talent" based on verifiable media coverage. Individual client names are not disclosed without express permission. All third-party coverage includes original publication dates and canonical links to source material.

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