Meet Amanda: Your Santa Barbara Private Chef
With over a decade of experience, Amanda Pilkington is a seasoned private chef based in Santa Barbara, CA dedicated to crafting unforgettable culinary experiences. From intimate dinners to high-end events, she brings refined expertise, global influences, and a personal touch to every meal.
Amanda’s passion for exceptional food experiences started early, as a young cook working alongside her father, the founder of the award-winning Vivo Enoteca in Wellington, New Zealand. Her foundational years in acclaimed restaurants across New Zealand laid the groundwork for her culinary journey.
Her career soon took flight, literally. As head chef aboard a private jet, Amanda traveled the world, drawing inspiration from diverse cuisines and culinary traditions. Her globe-spanning experience influenced her style, allowing her to master a wide array of dishes and techniques.
Now settled in Santa Barbara, CA, she channels that global inspiration into every menu she crafts. The result is bespoke, refined meals that leave a lasting impression long after the final bite.
Achievements
✦ 12 years running Chef to A list celebrities, athletes and executives
✦ Featured Chef for A24, Wrangler, Liquid IV, Free People, ADIDAS
✦ Feature Article in Devour Magazine Volume 5 No.1 Mountain
✦ Feature Article in Coco Magazine Volume 18 Rediscover
✦ Featured Chef for Yellowstone TV Series Sundance Party
✦ Featured Chef for Oculus/ Facebook Sundance Events, two consecutive 200 person parties followed by two consecutive 60 person dinners (A list guests and executives)
