“Intimate dining, elevated”
A South American soul, cooking Mediterranean food with Australia’s best produce.
Chef Rafa Dias offers bespoke private dining, catering, and consulting services that artfully combine the vibrant and diverse flavours of the Mediterranean with personalised culinary experiences. Each event is thoughtfully crafted to suit individual tastes and preferences, ensuring a unique and memorable meal that highlights fresh, high-quality ingredients and expert technique. Whether for an intimate dinner, a corporate function, or a special celebration, Chef Rafa Dias delivers exceptional service and exquisite dishes tailored specifically to the occasion.
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Private Dining
An intimate restaurant-style experience, brought to your home or chosen location.
Chef Rafa Dias creates a bespoke multi-course menu tailored to the season, your preferences, and the mood of your gathering. Each experience includes thoughtful table presentation, curated wine pairings, and a relaxed yet refined approach to hospitality — transforming your space into a private restaurant for the night
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Catering & Pop-Ups
From small celebrations to creative off-site events, Rafa Dias Catering brings restaurant-quality food to any location with the spontaneity of outdoor dining and the spirit of community.
Menus draw inspiration from Mediterranean flavours — fire-cooked seafood, handmade focaccia, and vibrant seasonal produce — all designed around your event style. Whether it’s a wedding, festival, or collaboration, the focus remains on storytelling through food, people, and place.
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Contractor & Consultant
Rafa collaborates with restaurants, venues, and event operators to design menus, build kitchen systems, and refine operations.
With over a decade of professional experience — including work at The Valley Estate, the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre, and premium venues at The Star — Rafa brings creative direction and hands-on execution to ensure consistent, elevated results.
Secure your spot
Book your private dining experience with Chef Rafa Dias - an intimate tasting menu curated around the season, the mood, and your guests