Savor 10 Course Dinner in Chef’s Kitchen

A private chef turns dinner into an event. In Prague’s Smíchov district, Ladislav Florean cooks and serves a creative 10-course tasting menu inside his home kitchen, explaining each dish as the evening unfolds. I like the personal welcome and the chance to try unusual combinations that rarely appear together on an ordinary restaurant menu. I also like the final edible painting, which gives the meal a playful finish. The main drawback is that the small room can become noisy, making conversation harder at a full table.

This is a three-and-a-half-hour evening built around food, not sightseeing. You will sit near the kitchen, watch the courses arrive one by one, and share the table with people from different countries. The price is $106.82 per person, which is a serious dinner bill, but it includes ten courses, soft drinks, personal service, and a setting that feels far more personal than a standard restaurant.

Key points to know before booking

• Ten courses in a Prague home: Ladislav cooks and serves every course himself, giving you a close look at the meal as it develops.
• Creative combinations: Expect pairings such as mushroom with apricot, pikeperch with bell pepper and chickpea, and pear with lemon and basil.
• The edible painting: Dessert is not simply placed on a plate. The final course is a colorful edible artwork and one of the evening’s most praised details.
• Small-group atmosphere: The experience accepts up to 10 people, with the featured format often feeling intimate and personal.
• Flexible food styles: Vegetarian, vegan, Paleo, pollotarian, pescatarian, and flexitarian menus are available, though dairy-free and vegan meals cost extra.
• Easy Smíchov location: The meeting point at Na Zatlance 1908/4 is near public transportation, and the evening ends at the same address.

Arriving at Ladislav’s kitchen in Smíchov

The evening begins at Na Zatlance 1908/4 in Prague 5, in the Smíchov area. The address is near public transportation, which matters because this is a dinner you may not want to reach by wandering unfamiliar streets late in the evening.

Ladislav welcomes you in a red and black chef jacket. The tone is deliberately warm rather than formal. You take a seat, candles are lit, and the room is arranged to feel like a home dinner with a private cook. That setting is the heart of the experience. You are not tucked away at a distant restaurant table while a kitchen team works out of sight.

At the same time, you should have the right expectation. This is a home kitchen, not a grand dining room. The atmosphere is close and social, but a full table can become loud. One useful detail from the dining experience is that conversation may be difficult if everyone is talking at once, especially for people seated across the table.

The group size is listed as a maximum of 10 people, while the experience is also described as having a maximum of eight for a more private feel. I would plan for a small shared table rather than assume a completely private dinner. That is good news if you enjoy meeting people from other countries, but less ideal if you want a quiet meal for two.

The first five courses wake up your palate

The menu begins with small bites designed to make you curious. This is not a parade of heavy plates. The early courses are compact, carefully arranged, and built around contrasts in taste and texture.

A seasonal example starts with homemade cream cheese, leek, and whey. Another sample menu uses homemade cream cheese with cherry tomato and chive. Either way, the opening course gives you something familiar, then adds a sharper or more unusual note. It is a gentle beginning rather than an assault of strong flavors.

Next comes cauliflower with beetroot and brown sugar, or broccoli, cauliflower, and nutmeg on the sample menu. These dishes show the general approach: common vegetables treated with care, then paired with sweet, earthy, or warm spice notes. You might find the food more playful than traditional Czech cooking, though local ingredients remain important.

A local cheese course may combine apple, hazelnut, and beetroot. Another possible plate pairs mushroom, apricot, and linseed. These are the combinations that make the dinner feel different from a normal three-course meal. You are encouraged to notice how a fruit, nut, seed, or vegetable changes the main ingredient.

The fourth and fifth courses continue in that direction. Zucchini with black lentils and smoked paprika brings a darker, savory note. Pear with lemon and basil offers a fresher contrast. The sample menu also includes pink grapefruit, lime, and an explosive element, suggesting a small surprise in texture rather than a plain fruit course.

The menu changes with the season, so you should not book expecting every listed dish. That is part of the appeal. The examples show the chef’s style, but the actual evening is shaped by available produce and the menu prepared for your date.

The middle courses bring fish, chicken, and pork

After the opening bites, the menu shifts toward more substantial food. Potato with buttermilk and dill is a good example of how Ladislav takes a simple ingredient and gives it a carefully balanced role. Mushroom with potato and spring onion appears in another seasonal version, offering an earthy main flavor with fresh onion and a creamy or soft potato element.

A fish course may feature pikeperch with bell pepper and chickpea. It is a distinctly different direction from the vegetable starters, but the portions remain part of a tasting menu rather than a large restaurant entree. If you like seafood, this is one of the courses to anticipate. If you do not eat fish, tell the chef when booking so the correct menu can be prepared.

The poultry course can be chicken with celeriac and almond, or chicken with carrot and peas. These combinations sound approachable, but the format allows the chef to add more detail than you usually get in a home meal. The course is meant to be part of a progression, with each plate bringing a different set of flavors.

Pork may arrive with corn and apple, or celeriac and cabbage. These ingredients connect nicely with Central European cooking without turning the dinner into a plate of heavy traditional fare. One of the appealing parts of the menu is this balance between familiar Czech produce and less expected pairings.

Ladislav explains each dish as he serves it. That personal commentary adds real value, especially if you want to understand why a particular ingredient appears beside another. You are not simply eating ten courses. You are following the chef’s thinking, one small plate at a time.

A dessert that becomes edible artwork

The final course is the evening’s visual trick. Ladislav creates a spectacular edible painting for dessert, rather than ending with a conventional slice of cake or a simple scoop of ice cream.

The exact flavors can change. One sample lists plum, strawberry, and coconut. Another lists a surprise dessert painting without naming the ingredients. That uncertainty is intentional, so do not expect a fixed dessert from the sample menus.

The artwork is more than decoration. It gives the dinner a clear finale and makes the last course something you can watch being assembled and then eat. The combination of presentation and surprise has been one of the strongest parts of the experience for many diners.

If you enjoy food photography, this is the moment to have your phone ready, provided you do not interrupt the service. The dessert is also a reminder that this dinner is about creativity as much as quantity. Ten courses does not mean ten large portions. You are tasting a sequence of ideas, and the painting provides a memorable closing image.

What is included for $106.82

The $106.82 price includes the 10-course tasting menu and soft drinks. You receive homemade sea buckthorn and mint lemonade, along with still water. Wine and beer are available on request for an extra fee.

For Prague, that price deserves a careful look. A ten-course meal in a polished restaurant could easily cost more, especially when you add drinks and service. Here, your money pays for the food, but also for the chef’s time, explanations, direct service, and the unusual setting of eating in his home.

The value is strongest if you care about the full evening rather than simply wanting a cheap meal. You get a long, carefully paced experience lasting about three hours and 30 minutes. It is also a good choice for a special occasion, since a private chef cooking in a home is not part of most Prague visits.

The value is weaker if you want a quick dinner or a large main course. Ten tasting portions may be beautifully presented without being filling in the same way as a standard entree. I would choose this for curiosity, conversation, and a memorable evening, not just for maximum food per dollar.

Wine and beer are not included, so budget for that if you want alcoholic drinks. The included sea buckthorn and mint lemonade is a welcome alternative, especially for anyone who wants to enjoy the meal without alcohol.

Dietary choices and important extra charges

The experience can prepare vegetarian, vegan, Paleo, pollotarian, pescatarian, and flexitarian menus. You should state your needs when booking, including allergies, intolerances, gluten restrictions, and lactose concerns.

There is an extra charge of 500 CZK, listed as about £17, €20, or $22, for dairy-free or lactose-free meals and for the vegan menu. That can change the value calculation, so include it when comparing the dinner with other Prague dining options.

The menu is highly individual, which makes advance notice especially important. Ladislav is preparing multiple courses in a small kitchen, not swapping a side dish at the last minute. Clear information before the dinner gives the chef a fair chance to plan the entire sequence.

Children older than 12 are welcome. Most people can take part, and service animals are allowed. The experience is conducted in English, so you can expect the menu and dish explanations to be given in English.

The social side of a shared chef’s table

This is not a silent tasting menu. You sit close to the cooking area and share the evening with other diners. That can be a real advantage if you like exchanging travel stories and eating with people from different countries.

The chef’s personality matters here. Ladislav is described as friendly, humble, and highly talented, with Michelin restaurant experience. He also works as the host, not just the cook, making an effort to keep the evening moving and help people enjoy themselves.

A full table can make the room noisy. That is the clearest caution to keep in mind. If you have hearing difficulties or prefer quiet conversation, request a smaller date if possible, or choose a restaurant with more space.

The social format also means the dinner may suit a solo visitor or couple who wants company. A group of friends can enjoy it too, though you may end up speaking with people outside your own party. The experience is best for someone who sees shared dining as part of the evening, not an inconvenience.

Timing, transport, and cancellation

Plan on about three hours and 30 minutes from start to finish. The dinner ends back at the meeting point, so you do not need to arrange a second location after dessert.

The address is near public transportation, which makes reaching Smíchov fairly practical. If you need help arranging transportation after the meal, Ladislav’s team has assisted diners with return transport before, but you should still plan your route in advance.

Confirmation is provided at booking. The experience is offered in English and accepts mobile tickets, so you can keep the booking on your phone.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. A cancellation or change made less than 24 hours ahead is not accepted for a refund. The cut-off follows local Prague time, so check your schedule before that deadline.

Who should book this Prague dinner?

I would recommend it to food lovers who enjoy trying new combinations and want something beyond the usual restaurant circuit. It is also a strong pick for a special evening, a couple seeking an unusual date, or a solo diner who enjoys meeting people over a shared table.

You should book it if you like:

• Small portions with several different flavor ideas
• Personal service from the chef
• Seasonal ingredients and changing menus
• Creative presentation, especially the dessert
• Social dining in an informal home setting

I would hesitate if you need a quiet room, dislike surprise dishes, or prefer familiar food served in large portions. The noise issue is not a deal breaker for most people, but it is worth knowing before you commit to three and a half hours at a shared table.

Should you book Savor 10 Course Dinner in Chef’s Kitchen?

Yes, if you want a memorable food experience rather than a routine dinner. Ladislav’s cooking combines local ingredients, unusual pairings, personal explanations, and a remarkable dessert presentation. The ten courses give you plenty of variety, while the home setting makes the evening feel personal.

At $106.82, it is not an everyday meal, and wine or beer costs extra. Still, the price is reasonable for a long tasting menu prepared and served by the chef himself, particularly when a similar meal in a restaurant could cost much more.

My practical advice is simple: share every dietary restriction before arrival, allow the full three-and-a-half hours, and expect a social table rather than a private room. If those conditions suit you, this is one of Prague’s more distinctive ways to eat.

FAQ

Where does the dinner take place?

It takes place at Ladislav Florean’s home kitchen at Na Zatlance 1908/4, Smíchov, 150 00 Prague 5, Czechia.

How long does the experience last?

The dinner lasts approximately three hours and 30 minutes.

How many courses are served?

The experience includes a 10-course tasting menu.

What drinks are included?

Homemade sea buckthorn and mint lemonade and still water are included.

Are wine and beer included?

No. Wine or beer can be requested for an additional fee.

Is the menu available in vegetarian or vegan versions?

Yes. Vegetarian, vegan, Paleo, pollotarian, pescatarian, and flexitarian menus are available. The vegan menu has an additional charge.

Is there an extra fee for dairy-free food?

Yes. Dairy-free or lactose-free meals require an extra charge of 500 CZK, listed as about £17, €20, or $22.

Is the dinner conducted in English?

Yes. The experience is offered in English.

Are children allowed?

Children older than 12 are welcome to participate.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the experience are not accepted for a refund.