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Dan Abramowitz

Professional Chef

Evanston, IL

Over 13 Years of Culinary Experience

Daniel Abramowitz is a dynamic personal chef with over 13 years of culinary experience, specializing in in-home meals, private dinners, and elevated meal prep. His background spans respected kitchens in Chicago, New Orleans, and New York City, including Adalina, Mano a Mano, Commons Club at the Virgin Hotel, Saba, Bywater American Bistro, Pizzeria Portofino, RPM Italian, and NOHO Hospitality. Known for polished execution and calm leadership, Daniel creates personalized menus that balance refined technique with bold, approachable flavor. He has independently executed wine dinners and private events, collaborated on menu development and specials, and built strong vendor relationships to support consistent quality. Daniel also believes food is a form of legacy and storytelling. He has helped recreate and preserve cherished family recipes, including work on a Holocaust survivor family recipe book, honoring culinary heritage while bringing it to life for today’s table.

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Professional Background

Studied Culinary Arts at The Institute of Culinary Education, New York
Over 13 Years of Culinary Experience
Certified ServSafe® Food Manager
AAA Certified Food Protection Manager
Chef de Cuisine, Adalina
Sous Chef, Mano a Mano
Chef de Partie, Commons Club, Virgin Hotel
Sous Chef, RPM Italian

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Travels up to 25 miles from Evanston, IL

Fun Facts

Meet Dan Abramowitz

Where are you from?
New Jersey
What's your favorite restaurant?
Contramar
What's your favorite thing to cook for yourself?
Pasta
Why did you want to be a chef?
Cooking with grandma
If you're not in the kitchen - what are some of your hobbies & interests?
Listening to vinyls, play with my daughters and my dog Penny. Go for a run.
Why do you enjoy working for Elite Personal Chefs?
To have a platform and a voice. Have that relationship with clients and cook what I want To showcase my craft on a plate. With all the experience I have I can be a great asset to the ELC family and community.
What do you love about the Private Chef Lifestyle?
Building relationships with clients, creating my own schedule and still have a work life balance. Get paid better
Love food
Able to tell a story on a plate, respect the product, cook simple and seasonal.
Creating a story on a plate
Respecting the product, cook simple and seasonal, going to the farmers market and using some of the best food

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