I create seasonal, local dishes with modern techniques—so you can enjoy food that feels fresh, personal, and unforgettable.

Nikola Popović

I cook with local Montenegrin ingredients and a global, technique-driven mindset

My name is Nikola, and I’m an experienced chef with 11 years in the culinary field, originally from Montenegro. I love creating dishes with fresh, local ingredients sourced directly from local suppliers.

I’m calm, friendly, positive, and communicative, and I always focus on fulfilling my guests’ wishes—so you feel happy, taken care of, and excited for the next meal coming from my kitchen.

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Cooking for me is more than a job—it's my everyday inspiration for new ideas and dishes to remember.

What you can expect when you eat with me

I cook with inspiration every day

Cooking for me is more than a job—it's my everyday inspiration for new ideas, and I’m always focused on creating dishes that stay in your memory.

I learned across styles, from tavernas to fine dining

I learned how to cook in taverna-style restaurants in my hometown Kotor, then expanded my skills through sushi restaurants and fine dining experiences in Croatia and Germany.

I build flavors by combining techniques and cuisines

My secret is thinking about how to create the best combinations from high-quality ingredients, using different techniques and cuisines from all around the world.

Nikola Popović’s Menus

I offer menus that highlight local, seasonal Montenegrin products—often shaped by Japanese technique, Mediterranean tradition, and Asian-inspired fusion. I tailor the experience to your occasion and preferences.

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Reviews

We loved Chef Nikola! From the beginning he was very responsive and easy to work with. We relied heavily on his recommendations for the meal and it did not disappoint - tons of fresh seasonal veggies and fish which was exactly what we were looking for. Every dish was delicious and we had one friend on the trip with several severe allergies - he was able to accommodate all of them and help us choose menu items that would meet her restrictions. 10/10 would recommend!

Sarah Zimskind

I booked Chef Nikola Popovic to cook for a private dinner as we were celebrating my mother’s birthday here in Croatia. Niko was absolutely fantastic and cooked us the most amazing variety of dishes! Beautiful canapés, lovely starters, main dishes and a fantastic desert! We had a lot of email exchanges to get an understanding of what we would like and to create the menu and Niko throughout all of this was very responsive and helpful! I would highly recommend Niko - a really nice guy, good fun, cleaned up very well and we had such an enjoyable evening!! Thank you!

Daya Hujan

Chef Nikola was fantastic. Personable, efficient, professional and experienced. The food presented was above and beyond what I expected and we were all so full at the end of the meal! Our family reunion was so memorable, thanks to Nikola!

Beth Pryor

Chef Nikola was amazing! He cooked for a group of 10 of us for a seaside dinner in our rental villa in Dubrovnik and it was a perfect dinner and evening! The many dishes were extremely fresh and impressive using all local ingredients and creative recipes. I would highly recommend hiring him as your chef.

Divia Meka

Chef Nikola and his assistant were fantastic. They came very well prepared and made an incredible 5 course meal for me and my 7 friends. He even worked with me to curate a menu I desired, and cooked way more food than we could finish! The chicken Pate, tacos, ceviche, and calamari were all delicious. That doesn’t even include the main steak dish, mashed potatoes, and the delicious peach dessert. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a chef while in Dubrovnik

Alex Kadar

Nikola was an excellent chef. I booked him for a proposal dinner and my partner was very impressed - he did not disappoint at all! Highly recommended

Christopher Rene

He was incredible. Food was great, showed us some national dishes as well. Made us a cake on our birthday & was just a 10/10 vibe. Highly recommend

Moyo

De gerechten waren echt heel lekker! Goed gepresenteerd en hele vriendelijke koks. Dus ik beveel deze chef(s) zeker aan.

Andre Koning

Chef Nicola was amazing. The food, plating and story absolutely perfect. Would highly recommend.

Haakon Emil Foldvik

I highly recommend Nikola for any event, small or big. His professionalism, quality, know-how, and dedication to work were outstanding. He is a charming person, and he performed flawlessly to the great satisfaction of all present. Can't get any better than this!

Goran Valic

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a private chef experience with Chef Nikola cost?

The average menu price for Chef Nikola is 109.20 USD per person. Final pricing may vary depending on the menu, number of guests, and event details.

What type of cuisine does Chef Nikola cook?

Chef Nikola offers Japanese, Chef's special, Mediterranean, Fusion, Local and Seafood/Fish cuisine for private dining experiences.

Where does Chef Nikola offer private chef services?

Chef Nikola offers private chef services in Dobrota, ME.

Which occasions can I book Chef Nikola for?

You can book Chef Nikola for Birthday, Family reunion, Bachelor/Bachelorette, Friends gathering, Romantic night, Corporate and Foodie adventure, depending on availability and the event details.

How do I book this private chef experience?

Choose a menu, share your event details, and the Take a Chef team will help confirm the experience with the chef.

Let’s plan your next meal together—email or call me anytime.

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+382 68184410

Dobrota, Montenegro

Chef Nikola Popović

I create seasonal, local dishes with modern techniques—so you can enjoy food that feels fresh, personal, and unforgettable.

I cook with local Montenegrin ingredients and a global, technique-driven mindset

What you can expect when you eat with me

I cook with inspiration every day

I learned across styles, from tavernas to fine dining

I build flavors by combining techniques and cuisines

Nikola Popović’s Menus

Japanese menu Premium

Sushi classic

Mediteranean menu

Traditional local menu

Asian fusion

Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions