I bring 18+ years of restaurant and private chef experience to your table with globally inspired cuisine.

Zoia Bolotov

I craft unforgettable, globally inspired dining experiences at home

I have worked in the industry for over 18 years as a chef and restaurant owner/operator. After moving to Arizona in 2018, I launched my private chef business and have served hundreds of happy clients across the Valley, throughout the US, and from abroad.

My goal is to exceed expectations. I believe the finest cuisine shouldn’t be limited to restaurants, and I love fusing influences—from Mexican street food to classic French and Italian traditions—to create dishes that are both delicious and innovative. I build personal connections, listen closely to preferences, offer thoughtful suggestions, and design menus that fit each guest’s tastes. My commitment to excellence ensures a memorable culinary journey.

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I put a piece of my heart in every dish I prepare.

What makes my cooking unique

Passion-driven cuisine

Cooking is my passion, my professionalism, and my life. I channel that energy into every detail, from sourcing to plating, so you feel cared for at every bite.

Rooted in tradition, refined by experience

I learned to cook at an early age and trace my love of cooking and hospitality back to my Russian roots. I focus on fresh, tasty meals made from scratch, elevated by years of professional experience.

Heart in every dish

I put a piece of my heart in every dish I prepare, creating warm, memorable experiences that bring people together.

Chef Zoia’s Menus

I offer curated multi-course menus inspired by Italian, French, Mediterranean, and Asian flavors. Each menu includes starters, a fresh first course, a satisfying main, and a delightful dessert—and I’m happy to personalize everything to your tastes and dietary needs.

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Client stories and testimonials

Chef Zoia and her husband are so great! Friendly, engaging and have yummy food!

Kylee Hibbard

Zoia was incredible! Arrived on time, organized and prepared an incredibly delicious meal with a beautiful presentation! Couldn’t have hoped for a better experience!

Keri Monroe

Zoia and Vlad were fantastic! They arrived two hours early and did a great job on the four courses; presentation, food was fresh and delicious, and Zoia was engaging and personable. Great meal!!

Paul Fereday

Great meal. Highly recommend. Bear bananas foster I’ve had.

Jonathan Ulbrich

Chef Zoia was amazing!!! Her team was super nice and so much fun. The food was incredible and they did such a great job plating for 23 people with a proper and timely clean up. Would definitely use again!

Nikki Lepeirs

Chef Zoia was absolutely incredible at my sister’s bachelorette lunch! Despite multiple dietary restrictions and even severe allergy concerns, they created a delicious, safe, and thoughtful menu that everyone enjoyed. What impressed me most was their ability to pull off such a high-quality meal in a very constrained environment, all while a few of us were still running around decorating and the bride-to-be was relaxing with friends. Chef Zoia remained calm, professional, and attentive the entire time—and still managed to be friendly and personable, which made the whole experience even better. It’s not easy to balance professionalism with warmth, but they did it flawlessly. Everyone left full, happy, and impressed. Highly recommend Chef Zoia for any event where you want not just amazing food, but also peace of mind knowing your guests’ needs will be taken care of with care and skill.

Celeste Poley

Chef Zoia cooked us an amazing meal. We had so much delicious food and she went above and beyond accommodating all of our dietary needs. She came up with a menu we could all enjoy. I cant recommend her enough!

Allison Skigen

Zoia was fantastic, would recommend she team to anyone!!!

LaDella Carlson

Absolutely phenomenal experience! We had the pleasure of hosting a bachelor party dinner at home, and our chef for the night completely knocked it out of the park. From the moment he arrived, everything was seamless, professional, and absolutely delicious. We went with the Fiesta Feast buffet-style menu, and let me just say—every single dish was a hit. The homemade guacamole and green chili queso had people hovering over the chips like it was their last meal. The street corn elotes salad was bursting with flavor and had just the right kick. But the star of the show? The build-your-own taco bar. The grilled skirt steak was cooked perfectly and so flavorful, the grilled chicken was juicy and well-seasoned, and the shrimp—wow—tender and loaded with smoky goodness. Everyone loved being able to customize their tacos with all the fresh toppings and a great variety of shells. The Mexican rice was the perfect side, and the churros with chocolate sauce for dessert were the cherry on top—crispy, warm, and dangerously addictive. Our chef was not only incredibly talented, but also friendly, organized, and made the whole evening feel special. They truly brought the party together with amazing food and service. Highly, highly recommend!

Griffin Whitley

Chef Zoia and her team were absolutely amazing! She was so attentive for 16 girls at once and made sure everyone was enjoying their time during time. She did such an amazing job and made the most delicious food. I would recommend her to anyone that goes to Scottsdale in the future.

Keya Parikh