SHABBAT.EXP
A curated Shabbat experience by Clement Marchais in Ibiza.
Shabbat is a moment to pause, be present, and reconnect.
shabbat.exp
was born from a desire to honor that moment.
This is not a typical dinner. An invitation to slow down, to be present, to celebrate meaning through food and ritual.
You host, I cook.
Together, we shape a Friday night that’s both meaningful and memorable.
Experience Structure.
shabbat.exp is not a standard dinner… it’s a culinary experience designed to elevate one of the most meaningful nights of the week.
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Start at €2800.
This covers the creative direction, preparation, and execution of a soulful Shabbat dinner - all delivered in your space and fully tailored to your context, season, and guests.
Included in the fee:
– Curated menu creation, designed to reflect your taste, the season, and the location
– Premium ingredient sourcing, with a focus on freshness, quality, and trusted local producers
– Full kitchen preparation and on-site private chef service
– Coordination with the host to align meal timing with the natural rhythm of Shabbat (candles, challah, wine, blessings)
– Support with flow, pacing, and overall atmosphere of the evening
– Discreet kitchen reset -
Start at €85 per guest.
This covers all food and ingredient costs for the experience.
Each menu is designed using high-quality, seasonal produce, often sourced locally or from specialty purveyors. The per-person rate ensures every guest is served a thoughtful, generous meal — prepared fresh on-site and aligned with the standards of the experience.
Included in the per guest rate:
– All ingredients and provisions
– Menu planning based on guest count and dietary needs
– Fresh on-site preparation and final cooking
– Thoughtful Shared-style service
– Adjustments for dietary restrictions (if required)This rate ensures flexibility in sourcing and the ability to maintain a premium ingredient standard across different locations.
Please note: Requests for premium ingredients — such as wagyu, or other luxury items. will increase the per-head rate. A custom quote will be provided based on your preferences.
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To ensure the smooth delivery of the experience and maintain a high level of care, additional support is required based on guest count:
– For groups of 6 guests or more, a cleaner (minimum 6 hours) will be required to assist with space management, dishwashing, and kitchen reset.
– For groups of 12 guests or more, a waitress or service staff (minimum 4 hours) will be required to ensure the flow, plating, and guest experience are properly supported.These services can be arranged through our network or integrated with your existing villa team.
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Available Upon Request.
– Challah-Making Session (Optional add-on before the dinner — traditionally led by women, but open to all. A beautiful way to connect before the evening begins.)
– Wine or Kiddush pairing coordination
– Floral design and table styling
– Live music (traditional, ambient, or instrumental)
– Photographer or filmmaker
– Ritual object rentals (candlesticks, challah board, wine cups)
– Guided meditation or moment of presence
– Sommelier serviceAll add-ons are quoted separately and tailored to your location, group size, and specific needs.
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1. Get In Touch
Fill out a short form with your location, guest count, and preferred date or let me know via whatsapp or email.
How It Works.
2. We Align
I’ll get in touch to understand your preferences, dietary needs, and how you’d like the evening to feel.
3. I Prepare
I take care of sourcing, planning, and prep, using seasonal, high-quality ingredients tailored to your location.
4. On-Site Execution
I arrive early, cook everything fresh on-site, and serve the dinner in sync with the natural rhythm of Shabbat.
5. You Host, I Support
You host the evening. I support the experience through timing, flow, and kitchen reset.. so you can stay fully present.
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Who’s Behind Shabbat.exp?
My name is Clément Marchais, I’m a French-Australian-Vietnamese chef with a background shaped by Michelin-starred kitchens, global private clients, and a lifelong love for soulful food and human connection.
I’m not Jewish, but over the years I’ve worked closely with Jewish families, catering, celebrated countless Shabbats in private homes, and come to deeply appreciate the meaning behind the ritual : the pause, the invitation to slow down and connect.
shabbat.exp was born from that appreciation.
Not to replicate tradition perfectly, but to hold space for it; through food, flow, and atmosphere.
To honor what matters: presence, intention, and care around the table.
I’m here to support the hosts, not replace them.
To make things easier, more beautiful, and more grounded; so you can show up for the moment fully.
sample menu
fresh, seasonal, kosher-style | dairy-free | served family-style
housebaked challah
z’houg
preserved lemon tahini
smoked hummus
fire roasted matbucha
fireroasted golden beetroot + mint + orange zest
heirloom tomato + cucumber + red onion salad + olive
santa gertrudis local’s potatoes + honey mustard vinaigrette + pickles
slow-cooked lamb shoulder + ibiza’s saffron + dates
lemon sole + herbs + olive oil + charred lemon
freekeh + caramelised onion + parsley
honey roasted carrots + sumac + toasted seeds
spring green salad + radishes + olive oil
junto’s leafs + local honey dressing
olive oil + ibizan citrus cake + poached fruit
Shabbat is a pause. A shared table. A moment to be fully present.
shabbat.exp is here to support that… through food, flow, and thoughtful preparation.
Just honest, beautiful hospitality with meaning at its center.
If this resonates, I’d love to cook for you.
