I create memorable dining experiences with a diverse, technique-driven style—from Italian comfort to Mediterranean and Latin-inspired flavors.

Ethan Denny-Broker

I bring a flexible, globally inspired approach to private dining—built on classic training and real kitchen range.

I’m a well-rounded chef who loves taking on new challenges and making my clients happy. I was born and raised in Minnesota, and my passion for cooking started early—eventually leading me to formal culinary training.

I graduated from Le Cordon Bleu with an A.A.S. in Culinary Arts and I’ve worked across a wide variety of kitchens, from steakhouses to Turkish cuisine, plus Latin American and Native American cooking. That range helps me adapt to your preferences and deliver food that tastes great and feels personal.

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I stay calm, relaxed, and focused during service—and I always remember that you eat with your eyes first.

What you can expect when you dine with me

I cook with curiosity and passion

Cooking is my passion, my career, and my favorite thing to do. I love learning new cooking techniques, trying new foods, and building a kitchen atmosphere that smells as good as the food tastes.

I’m rooted in family and culture

I learned about food from my mom, whose background is Turkish, and my dad, whose background is Ojibwe. That mix shaped how I think about flavor, comfort, and hospitality—and it still influences what I cook today.

I keep service calm—and plates beautiful

A big thing for me is staying calm, relaxed, and focused during service. I also believe eating with your eyes first is key to a great dish, so I pay attention to the details that make every plate feel special.

Ethan’s Menus

I offer curated, coursed menus designed for a complete experience—balanced flavors, clear technique, and dishes that feel both exciting and approachable. I’ll help you choose the right menu for your event and tailor the experience to your table.

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Stories and Testimonials

Chef Ethan's meal was incredible- delicious, comforting, a visual delight! Portions were perfect. He worked with me to understand our gathering and guest of honor, and we fine-tuned the menu with only a few conversations. Highly recommended!

LISA YOUNG

Ethan was amazing. He was on time, prepared, and the food was DELICIOUS. We scheduled him for a 50th birthday dinner, and he made it so special. The 5 courses (plus Caesar salad) were all amazing. We couldn’t have expected better in a 5 star restaurant. I’d recommend Ethan to anyone. And I will.

Lindsay Roe

I found Chef Ethan through a website called Take a Chef. I entered a few comments about what we were looking for as a group of ten girls coming from out of town for a bachelorette party. Not only was he super quick to provide a proposal, but it was so easy to work with him in terms of menu changes, pricing, and other planning aspects. Fast forward to the actual dinner party & I was so impressed with his ability to adapt to preparing our food in a smaller kitchen and still put out AMAZING food. Our whole party was raving and there wasn’t a single thing which disappointed. Chef Ethan also spent a significant amount of time cleaning up and ensuring our Airbnb was left in better condition than he found it. If you’re wondering if you should book with Chef Ethan, the answer is, YES! You will NOT be disappointed!

Taylor Stevenson

We had a great experience with Chef Ethan. The menu was amazing, we appreciated the versatility and variety of options with detailed descriptions. He was engaging in conversation about the cuisine and life experiences. It was a very special birthday gift! We'd encourage people to use Chef Ethan for their special events, gatherings, weddings etc.

Jadon o

Chef Ethan was spectacular! Will definitely hire him again!! We can’t stop talking about the food and experience! Awesome!

Mariah stewart

Great night with company for this chef dinner!!

Beth & Scott Puchtel