Vava Cruz Food Artist & Catering
Enjoy an unforgettable culinary experience with refined cuisine and tailor-made
menus crafted with passion to your individual nutrition preferences.
Healthy Dutch, Mediterranean & Cape Verdean food, prepared with love and artistry.
It's simple:
You Book, I Cook!
Say Hello to Healthy Taste
Hello, I am Vava Cruz, a private chef passionate about bringing Mediterranean freshness and Cape Verdean soul to the table. With years of experience in fine dining and catering, I create menus that reflect both tradition, healthy nutrition and creativity. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner, a celebration, or a cooking class, I turn every occasion into a memorable culinary journey.
Visit me at iKapitein in Rotterdam and let me make you happy with my food creations.
I am, Certified Chef Cook
I am a certified cook with a passion for creating healthy, flavorful dishes inspired by Mediterranean freshness and Cape Verdean tradition. My training and professional experience allow me to combine classic techniques with creative flair, ensuring every meal is both refined and memorable.
Serving Food is my Passion
I create more than just meals — I design experiences and connect humans. Whether you’re booking a private chef, planning a catered event, or joining a cooking class, my focus is on delivering excellence, elegance, and unforgettable taste.
Private Chef & Barista
Enjoy restaurant-quality dining in the comfort of your home. Personalized menus, crafted exclusively for your tastes, paired with professional barista service.
Food-Catering & Events
Me and my team will bring healthy gourmet catering to every event in Rotterdam— crafted with care, passion, and quality.
Cooking Classes
Learn professional techniques in hands-on sessions. From knife skills to plating, discover recipes and methods that elevate your cooking.
Gourmet & Sea-Food
Indulge in exquisite dishes that awaken the senses. Fresh seafood and gourmet creations, inspired by Cape Verdean tradition and Mediterranean flair.
50+
Daily Dishes
prepared with love & passion
50+
Daily Happy Soul Food
Lovers served
15+
Yealy Events
catered with excellence
You will have new experience of food
Discover refined cuisine and unforgettable taste for affordable hand picked food from local markets.
Happy Food Lovers
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Alexander
I felt very happy to be served by this wonderful young man.
His passion for soul and seafood is tasty in all his food creations.
iKapitein
I am very happy to serve customes who visit iKapitein.
Rated Top 9 in Rotterdam
(The Fork) with
Excellence 9,4 from 10
Rated 4,7 from 5 Stars (Thuisbezorgd)
Partners
I love working with Vava,
he is easy going and passionate with food. He truly enjoys create fast and delicious, good looking creations.
Get in Touch
Phone and Whatsapp:
+31645745539
E-Mail:
vava@vavacruz.com