Does the chef handle grocery shopping on the Bay?

Yes — Arcachon market, the fish auction, Cap-Ferret oyster huts and local producers. Groceries are charged separately, with a transparent tracking sheet. Around €40-60 per person per day.

🌊 Arcachon Bay • France

Private Chef in Pyla-sur-Mer

French gastronomy in your villa, facing Arcachon Bay

Enjoy your family holiday in Pyla and around Arcachon Bay without the hassle of cooking. I settle into your villa and handle every meal with the finest produce of the Bay and South-West France — Arcachon oysters, fresh fish, seasonal vegetables and fruit.

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A villa holiday in Pyla: savour every moment

Pyla-sur-Mer, with its Dune du Pilat, its oyster huts and its pine forest, is the ideal destination for a family holiday on Arcachon Bay. But between the beach, the dune and naps by the pool, who wants to cook?

In peak season, the best tables of the Bay (Pyla, Arcachon, Cap-Ferret) are fully booked and the drives get longer. That's where a private chef comes in: you get back from the beach, and dinner is waiting in your villa.

As a French chef based in the region, I travel across Pyla and the whole Bay to turn your stay into a complete gastronomic experience, while you enjoy every moment with your loved ones.

Private chef: table set in a villa facing Arcachon Bay, Pyla-sur-Mer

Why a private chef on Arcachon Bay?

The challenges you may know...

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Traffic & parking

In peak season, driving to Arcachon or Cap-Ferret becomes a struggle — and parking even more so. After a day at the dune, no one feels like it.

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Fully booked restaurants

The best spots in Pyla, Arcachon and Cap-Ferret are booked out all summer. Without an early reservation, finding a table is hard.

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Waiting times

Even with a booking, waits can be long in peak season. With children, these moments quickly become tricky to manage.

Your typical day in Pyla with a chef

Imagine: you enjoy your days without thinking about meals. In the evening, you come back to the villa and everything is ready. Here's what a day with a private chef in Pyla looks like:

🌅 A perfect day in Pyla

9am - 10am

Gentle wake-up

Breakfast at your own pace. With the Exclusive package, I prepare and set everything up for you.

10am - 1pm

Beach, dune or boat

Dune du Pilat, beach, a boat trip on the Bay... you explore with a clear mind.

1:30pm

Lunch by the water

Oyster hut at Cap-Ferret or lunch at the villa, depending on your package.

Prestige & Exclusive packages ✓

3pm - 7pm

Nap, pool, downtime

You enjoy the villa. In the late afternoon, I prepare dinner.

Chef in the kitchen ✓

8pm

Gourmet dinner at the villa

Arcachon oysters, Bay sea bass, Blonde d'Aquitaine beef, Succès d'Arcachon... a fine-dining experience at home.

Service & tasting ✓

10:30pm

Spotless kitchen

I clean everything. You just enjoy the evening on the terrace, facing the Bay.

My Villa Chef packages

Services tailored to your stay on Arcachon Bay

Essential

€400

per day — price for 1 to 10 guests

1 meal per day of your choice (breakfast, lunch or dinner)
Fresh-produce shopping included
Kitchen cleaning

Perfect for stays with free days (beach, restaurants)

Prestige

€450

per day — price for 1 to 10 guests

2 meals per day of your choice
Local market shopping included
Table service & cleaning

Two meals a day to fully enjoy your holiday

Exclusive

€600

per day — price for 1 to 10 guests

Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Afternoon snack included
Gourmet tasting dinner
Wine pairings (Bordeaux, South-West)
Cooking class on request
Premium service & full availability

All meals + snack — absolute luxury

Minimum stay: 4 days • Travel costs: depending on dates & logistics • Chef accommodation: extra

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Where I work around Arcachon Bay

I travel across the whole Bay to reach your villa

🏖️ Pyla-sur-Mer & the Dune

The most sought-after area, with villas facing the Bay and the Dune du Pilat, between ocean and pine forest.

Pyla-sur-MerPilat-PlageLa Teste-de-Buch

⛵ Arcachon

From the Ville d'Hiver to Le Moulleau, prestige villas a stone's throw from the beaches and the centre.

ArcachonLe MoulleauVille d'HiverLes Abatilles

🌲 Cap-Ferret & peninsula

The oyster villages and discreet villas of the peninsula, between Bay and ocean.

Cap-FerretLègeClaoueyGrand PiqueyL'Herbe

🍇 Hinterland & Bordeaux

All around the Bay and as far as Bordeaux, for your villas and South-West properties.

Gujan-MestrasLe TeichAndernosBordeaux

Why choose a French chef in Pyla?

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French authenticity
Refined French cuisine, elevated by the finest produce of the Bay and South-West France.
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The Bay's producers
I source oysters from Cap-Ferret oyster farmers, fish at the market and vegetables from local growers.
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Family specialist
Kid-friendly menus, flexible timing, allergies taken into account — everything is designed for your comfort.
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Absolute discretion
I adapt to your rhythm: present when you need me, invisible the rest of the time.

My culinary signature

"French cuisine reimagined with the treasures of Arcachon Bay: Cap-Ferret oysters, Bay fish, Blonde d'Aquitaine beef and South-West poultry, seasonal vegetables and fruit. I blend French know-how with the briny soul of the Bay, with my personal touch. True flavours, no frills, that showcase the taste of the product."

— Adam Brunet

They lived the experience

Stays on Arcachon Bay

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"A dream week in our villa in Pyla. After the beach, coming back to a gourmet dinner ready, facing the Bay... pure luxury. The kids loved Adam's desserts!"

The Lewis familyVilla in Pyla-sur-Mer, June 2026

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"Adam handled all our meals, a different menu each day and 100% organic as we wanted. Cap-Ferret oysters, Bay fish... flawless."

Philippe & NathalieVilla at Cap-Ferret

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"We were a big party for a birthday in Arcachon. Adam took care of everything, from the market to the service. The dinner was worthy of a starred restaurant."

Sophie L.Family birthday, Arcachon

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"First experience with a private chef and certainly not the last. Market shopping, fresh oysters, everything was perfect. We just enjoyed the Bay!"

The Dubois familyVilla in Pyla, summer 2025

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before booking

How much does a private chef in Pyla / on Arcachon Bay cost?

My rates start at €400 per day for the Essential package (1 meal of your choice), €450 for 2 meals, and up to €600 for the Exclusive package (breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack). Shopping is included. Travel and any accommodation are extra and depend on logistics.

How many guests do the rates cover?

Rates apply to 1 to 10 guests. From 11 to 15: a €100/day supplement. From 16 to 20: adding a waiter at €170/day is recommended. For more than 20 guests, contact me for a custom quote.

Which areas of the Bay do you cover?

Pyla-sur-Mer, La Teste-de-Buch, Arcachon, Cap-Ferret and the peninsula (Lège, Claouey, L'Herbe), as well as Gujan-Mestras, Le Teich, Andernos and as far as Bordeaux.

Can you cook 100% organic?

Yes. I happily work 100% organic and market-driven, as I did during a recent stay in Pyla for a family. We discuss menus and sourcing beforehand.

How does the shopping work on the Bay?

I handle all the shopping: Arcachon market, the fish auction, Cap-Ferret oyster huts and local producers. Purchases are at your expense, with a transparent tracking sheet. Budget around €40-60 per person per day depending on the menus.

Do you adapt menus for children and allergies?

Absolutely. Kid-friendly menus, and 100% accommodation of allergies and special diets (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.), discussed in advance.

What is the minimum booking length?

The minimum is 4 consecutive days, to create a varied culinary experience.

How far in advance should I book?

For peak season (July-August), book 2-3 months ahead. In low season, 3-4 weeks is usually enough. Contact me as soon as you know your dates.

Private Chef in Pyla-sur-Mer

A villa holiday in Pyla: savour every moment