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Private Chef & Catering in Navarre, Florida — Serving 30A and the Emerald Coast.

From beach house dinners in Destin and Rosemary Beach to backyard weddings in Navarre, Seaside, Pensacola, and Panama City Beach — we serve up bold, chef-prepared meals across Florida’s 30A and Gulf Coast.

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Our Mission: Real Food, Gulf Coast Style

At Chef Ant’s Catering, our mission is simple — feed people right and make it easy. We serve vacationing families, beach house groups, and locals from Navarre to Panama City Beach with hearty, no-nonsense meals that bring folks together. From seafood boils to smoked meats and taco night, it’s all made fresh, served with a smile, and built around what your crew wants. No suits, no stress — just good food and good people, Gulf Coast style.

Our Services

Chef Ant’s Signature Style: Family-style buffet, casual picnic vibe, full bellies and happy guests.

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Private Dinners

You relax, we cook. We bring the groceries, handle the mess, and serve a meal your whole crew will talk about ‘til next summer. Great for families, groups, or anyone who’d rather sip a drink than cook on vacation.

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Event Catering

Birthday party, graduation, or “just because” — we’ve got your food handled. From smoked ribs to taco bars, we’ll roll up, set up, and feed everyone like they’re family.

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Wedding Catering

Tie the knot without tying yourself to fancy food. We serve up real meals for real people — fresh, filling, and perfect for beach weddings or backyard vows.

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Drop Off Catering

Don’t need a chef on site? No problem. We’ll drop off hot, ready-to-serve trays with everything you need to feed a hungry group — no cleanup, no hassle.

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Family-Style Buffet

We’re talkin’ big pans of mac & cheese, trays of brisket, and desserts your grandma would be proud of. This is how Chef Ant does comfort food — passed around, piled high, and full of flavor.

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Business Dinners

Hosting clients or treating your team? Skip the takeout trays. We’ll serve up a chef-prepared dinner that hits the mark — professional, polished, and packed with flavor.

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I’m not here to give you some uptight restaurant experience — I’m here to bring the family together, fill the house with laughter and good food, and take the stress off your plate. I specialize in real food for real people — cooked fresh, served with a smile, and tailored to your group.

Chef Anthony Turchia

Owner of Chef Ant’s Catering | Navarre, Florida

Menu Options

Start with an idea like BBQ, brunch, or Italian night — then we’ll build your custom menu.

Appetizers

Sides & Salads

Main Courses

Desserts

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Italian Night

Old-school favorites and handmade pasta that always hit the spot.

Chicken Parmesan

Chicken Alfredo

Eggplant Parmesan

Chicken Piccata

Ravioli

Gnocchi

Gulf Coast BBQ

Grilled classics, handmade fries, crispy sides, and backyard BBQ vibes.

Burgers

Hot Dogs

Sausage

Smoked Foods

Veggie Skewers

Meat Kabobs

Seafood & Boils

Piled-high Gulf Coast seafood with all the fixin’s.

Grouper

Snapper

Alaskan King Crab

Snow Crab

Gulf Coast Blue Crab

Louisiana Crawfish

TaCO nIGHT

Build-your-own tacos with bold flavors and endless toppings.

Taco Bar

Chicken

Beef

Shrimp

Mahi Mahi

Smoked Meats

Low and slow with big flavor — straight from the smoker to your plate.

Brisket

Pulled Pork

Ribs

Chicken

Fish

Cheese

Brunch

Easygoing morning favorites made fresh and served hot.

Avocado Toast

Omelet Bar

Fruit Platters

French Toast & Pancake Bar

Biscuits & Gravy

Mimosas

Our Service Areas

We serve every beach community along Highway 30A, providing private chef services throughout the Florida Gulf Coast for vacation rentals, events, and local gatherings.

Destin

Ft. Walton Beach

Destin

Miramar

Rosemary Beach

Pensacola

Perdido Key

Santa Rosa Beach

Seaside

Panama City Beach

Chef Ant’s Jams & Sauces

Southern Flavor You Can’t Fake

Slow-simmered, smoky, sweet with a little kick—this is the same sauce I serve at events, now bottled up and ready for your table. Whether you’re grilling, smoking, or just dippin’ your fries, this stuff brings the flavor home. You can call or send us a message for more details.

Navarre, FLorida

Chef Ant’s Pit stop

“Every single box was loaded. The meats were tender and smoky, the portions were generous, the flavors were bold, and nothing felt rushed or thrown together. The Navarre Beach Chicken Bowl alone could’ve been its own meal. The burgers were stacked, the sandwiches were packed, and the Junkyard Plate was straight comfort food chaos in the best possible way.”

– Facebook Review – March 2026

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Smoked Brisket

Grilled Vermillion Snapper (Local Gulf Coast)

Brisket Cannolis

Stuffed Mushroom Caprese

Pan Seared Grouper (Local Gulf Coast)

Stuffed Mahi (Local Gulf Coast)

Fresh Fruit Platter

What Guests are Saying

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      EXCELLENT
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  CJ Watson
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I hired Chef Anthony to cook a surprise birthday dinner for my wife, and somehow the man pulled it off without her marching downstairs like a bloodhound on the scent of free food. The aroma alone should have triggered a neighborhood alert.
I’m not exactly Event Planner of the Year, but Anthony made the whole thing stupidly easy. Almost everything happened over text. He suggested the little finishing touches I never would’ve thought of, was completely upfront on pricing, and stuck to the budget like it owed him money. Zero stress. Which, for me, is a medical miracle.

Then the food arrived and quietly destroyed every future restaurant experience.

The salad was so good it had the hardcore carnivores at the table staring into the middle distance, rethinking their entire personality. Surf and turf was next: steaks that made grown adults go quiet in a way that felt slightly religious, and grouper with a mango sauce so addictive I’m pretty sure someone licked the plate when no one was looking. The lobster mac? That stuff doesn’t belong in a private home. It belongs in a restaurant with a two-month waitlist and a velvet rope. And for dessert he brought local cake, cookies, and cupcakes that vanished faster than my willpower.

To top it all off, he showed up with balloons and flowers… and then casually started taking photos like he was on assignment for a food magazine. Who knew we had both a professional chef and a professional photographer in the same guy? The man can sear a steak and frame a shot. Unfair talent distribution, if you ask me.

Best gift I’ve given in years. If you’re anywhere near Navarre Beach and want to look like a genius without doing any actual work, call Chef Anthony. Just don’t come crying to me when your standards for “dinner” are permanently ruined and your kids start side-eyeing chicken nuggets.
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  Anh Phan
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Just want to appreciate the communication and time that Chef Ant has put in for orders.
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  Cathy Langdon
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My first visit wat at Chefs Ants food truck at food truck ally next to Pik-itz Antiques 1922 hwy 87 Navarre. The Mac and cheese I ordered was fantastic. Chef Ant is a favorite of the vendors at the Saturday Pik-itz outdoor market. Thank you Anthony
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  Kelsie Riley
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I need to take a second to shout out Anthony Turchia aka Chef Ant because WOW.
These jams, butter, and BBQ sauce are insane. Like… spoon-straight-from-the-jar insane.

Smoked jalapeño strawberry jam?
Blackberry bourbon BBQ?
Smoked apple pie jam?
Banana foster butter?!

Every single one is packed with flavor, balance, and straight-up skill. You can tell this man knows his craft and puts real love into what he makes.

If you haven’t tried his stuff yet, you are absolutely missing out. Support local. Support talent. Support flavor that slaps.
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  Kim Schetnan
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chef Ant was our in house chef for two nights while vacationing with 32 family members in Destin. We could not have been happier with both meals. Delicious! Chef Ant was easy to work with from the planning of the meals to showing him up and cooking for us. He went above and beyond! Would highly recommend!
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  Lori Sandage
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chef Anthony catered our Christmas dinner this year and we truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From start to finish, everything was exceptional. He was incredibly detailed, organized, and professional, which made the entire process stress-free and enjoyable.

The food itself was outstanding. My family comes from New England so the NE clam chowder surpassed everyone’s expectations. It was the perfect balance of clams, potatoes and the thickness was spot on, the prime rib was cooked perfectly and packed with flavor, the mashed potatoes were creamy and delicious, the brussel sprouts were beautifully prepared with bacon which is a must in our family, and the smoked apple pie was a standout—such a unique and memorable way to end the meal.

Beyond the incredible food, Chef Anthony made the entire evening feel easy and special. Our family was genuinely impressed. We are so grateful for the care, skill, and professionalism he brought to our holiday celebration and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an unforgettable meal.

We look forward to having Chef Ant cater another family event.
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  J Beavers
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chef Ant catered our Christmas dinner on our family vacation! The food was delicious, he was great at communicating, and arrived right on time. I wouldn’t hesitate to call him again!
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  Cami Rogers
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful experience working with Chef Ant for our schools annual Christmas party. Told him what we wanted with a price point and he did not disappoint. Pancake bar was fantastic and had so many options! Thank you for helping us celebrate with our staff.
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  Zack
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I got a jar of Chef Ant’s “Panhandle reaper barbecue” sauce and it is delicious. I mixed it in with some regular BBQ sauce on some pulled pork and it MADE the dish. The spice is not overpowering. Will definitely look to buy more.
 
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You bring the guests. Let us do the rest.

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Our Mission: Real Food, Gulf Coast Style

Our Services

Private Dinners

Event Catering

Wedding Catering

Drop Off Catering

Family-Style Buffet

Business Dinners

Chef Anthony Turchia

Menu Options

Italian Night

Gulf Coast BBQ

Seafood & Boils

TaCO nIGHT

Smoked Meats

Brunch

Our Service Areas

Destin

Ft. Walton Beach

Destin

Miramar

Rosemary Beach

Pensacola

Perdido Key

Santa Rosa Beach

Seaside

Panama City Beach

Southern Flavor You Can’t Fake

Jams & BBQ Sauces

Chef Ant’s Pit stop

What Guests are Saying