La Raíz
La Raíz
La Raíz
La Raíz
La Raíz
La Raíz

Private chef · Chamonix Valley & the Alps

Food thattells stories.

Argentine fire, slow cooking and seasonal produce — served in your chalet by chef Justina Rolandelli.

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La Raíz — the root

Argentine private chef based in the Alps, offering tailored culinary experiences for chalets, private events and luxury stays.

With years of international kitchen experience and a warm, adaptable approach, Justina creates memorable dining moments designed around each guest, atmosphere and occasion.

Available for

  • Chalet stays
  • Breakfasts, lunches & dinners
  • Private dining
  • Retreats
  • Special events
  • Wellness experiences
  • Multi-day stays
Justina
La Raíz

“I cook food that tells stories — inspired by Argentine and Latin American traditions, with Spanish and Italian roots, and shaped by my life in France.”

— Justina
EN · FR · ESWe speak your language
AlpsChalets, retreats & luxury stays
GF · V · VGFully adaptable to dietary needs

Experiences

Tailored culinary experiences.

  1. 01

    Chalet Experience

    Breakfast · Lunch · Après-mountain dinner · Multi-day stays.

    Chalet Experience
  2. 02

    Private Dining

    Intimate dinners · Special occasions · Tasting menus.

    Private Dining
  3. 03

    Argentine Fire

    Asado, disco cooking and Mexican taco nights — cooked over wood and embers.

    Argentine Fire
  4. 04

    Retreats & Wellness

    Healthy menus · Wellness-focused cuisine · Retreats.

    Retreats & Wellness
  5. 05

    Events

    Birthdays · Private celebrations · Corporate dinners · Wine tasting · Private DJ set / singer.

    Events
  6. 06

    Homemade Delivery

    Empanadas, savoury tarts, lunch boxes and gluten-free meals, delivered to your door.

    Homemade Delivery

Le feu, le temps

Fire. Time. Generosity.

Embers before dawn
01Embers before dawn
The disco, in the snow
02The disco, in the snow
Slow-braised, all afternoon
03Slow-braised, all afternoon
Plated in the chalet
04Plated in the chalet
Sparks over the Alps
05Sparks over the Alps
From the grill
06From the grill
Justina Rolandelli

The chef

Justina Rolandelli

Argentine-born and based in Chamonix, Justina cooks the way she grew up eating: around the fire, with time, with people.

Her cooking draws on Argentine and Latin American traditions, with Spanish and Italian roots, shaped by her life in France. Seasonal ingredients, slow cooking and generous flavours are at the heart of everything she serves.

Alpine experience

Based in Chamonix and familiar with the rhythm and expectations of alpine hospitality, Justina is available for private chalet stays and events across the Alps — culinary experiences designed for mountain stays and premium hospitality environments.

Services are accompanied by a French- and English-speaking host, and bookings are coordinated by our guest-experience team.

AsadoLangostinoSweet endings
Chalet

Stays

Multi-day chalet stays.

Personalised proposalEvery stay is quoted after your request · ingredients at cost price

01

Morning

A full breakfast prepared in the chalet.

02

Midday & tea

Wraps, quiches, salads and sweet bites.

03

Evening

Dinner chosen from the menu options.

A festive week, day by day

Example of a winter holiday stay — seven dinners, one Réveillon by the fire.

  1. Day 1Lamb braised in red wine, vegetables and riceBeef empanadas · Tiramisu
  2. Day 2Chicken « al disco » with vegetables and potatoesGreen salad, confit cherry tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella and Serrano ham · Pears poached in Chardonnay with cream
  3. Day 3Boeuf bourguignon with mashed potatoesRoasted leeks, romesco sauce · Red-berry brownie
  4. Day 4Breaded chicken escalope, grilled vegetables and aioliAubergine parmigiana · Apple & raspberry crumble
  5. Day 5 · RéveillonArgentine asado by the fireChoripán bruschetta, salsa criolla · Chocotorta — traditional Argentine chocolate & dulce de leche dessert
  6. Day 6Vitello tonnato with a colourful spread of fresh salads, vegetables, charcuterie, cheeses and breadRoasted carrot, sweet potato and squash velouté · Fresh fruit salad and vanilla ice cream
  7. Day 7Beef and spinach lasagneChicken empanadas · Pancakes with dulce de leche

How it works

From your first message to the last bite.

  1. 01

    Tell us your plans

    Dates, chalet, number of guests and any dietary needs — by WhatsApp or email.

  2. 02

    We design your menu

    Seasonal, generous and adapted to your group, kids included.

  3. 03

    Market-fresh shopping

    We source the produce; ingredients are billed at cost price.

  4. 04

    We cook and serve

    In your chalet or on the terrace, and we share the story of every dish.

FAQ

Good to know.

Empanadas
Where do you work?

In the Chamonix Valley and its surroundings, and in chalets across the Alps (Megève and nearby resorts).

How much does it cost?

Every experience is tailored, so prices depend on the group, the dates and the menu. Send us your request and we'll reply with a personalised proposal.

Are ingredients included?

Ingredients are billed separately, at cost price, with no margin — all detailed in your proposal.

Is there a minimum number of guests?

Dinner menus are designed for a minimum of 5 guests. For smaller groups, just ask us.

Can you adapt to allergies and diets?

Yes. Menus are fully adaptable to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and wellness-focused diets. Tell us about any allergy in your request.

Do you cook for children?

Yes — there is a kids' selection: grilled chicken with rice and vegetables, spaghetti bolognese, quesadillas, mac 'n' cheese, chicken fingers and more.

Can you cook outdoors in winter?

Yes. The disco and the asado work beautifully in the snow, weather permitting. We adapt to your terrace, garden or kitchen.

Do you offer wine pairing or entertainment?

Wine pairing is available with the Argentine asado, and for events we can arrange wine tastings and a private DJ set or singer.

How do I book?

Fill in the request form or write to us on WhatsApp or by email with your dates, chalet and number of guests. We reply with availability and a personalised proposal.

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Book

Let's set your table.

Tell us about your stay. Your request reaches Justina's team by email and we reply with availability and a personalised proposal.

Or write to us directly

Your details are only used to answer your request.