About Us
About Us
Culinary Experience for Meaningful Dining Occasions
Chef Tayfun Tarakcioglu brings more than 18 years of experience across luxury hotels, international cruise lines, private residences, catering operations, and executive chef leadership roles throughout his career in varied settings.
Through CHEF TY™ by NY GLN Culinary Group LLC, Chef Ty creates private dining experiences, catered events, family meals, corporate gatherings, yacht dining, and special celebrations thoughtfully.
His culinary background also includes menu development, kitchen consulting, food cost management, and culinary training. Each service centers on fresh ingredients, careful presentation, organized planning, and attentive food and beverage service for each dining occasion.
Chef Tayfun Tarakcioglu
Chef & Culinary Professional
Thoughtful Service
We create dining experiences with thoughtful menus, fresh ingredients, careful presentation, and attentive hospitality shaped around your gathering, preferences, service needs, and occasion.
Guest Experience
Our goal is to make each occasion feel organized and enjoyable through well-planned food, staffing, service, and hospitality that support your guests throughout.
Culinary Background
Chef Tayfun Tarakcioglu brings more than 18 years of experience across hotels, cruise lines, private residences, catering operations, and executive chef leadership roles.
Why Choose Us
Hospitality That Covers Every Detail
From menu planning to staffing and event coordination, CHEF TY™ keeps food, service, and hospitality details organized carefully for your occasion.
Our Team
Hospitality Professionals Supporting Every Memorable Dining Experience
Chef Ty works with experienced servers, bartenders, captains, buffet attendants, and event staff to keep each gathering organized, attentive, and welcoming throughout.

Head Chef
Tayfun Tarakcioglu

Nassau County Food Service Manager Certification
Plan Your Next Special Occasion With CHEF TY™ Today
Share your dining and event needs, and CHEF TY™ can coordinate menus, catering, staffing, bar service, and hospitality details for your special occasion with care.
Our Blogs
Dining Ideas and Insights
Explore private dining ideas, event planning tips, menu guidance, and hospitality insights inspired by Chef Ty’s experience and services.
How to Plan an At-Home Dinner Without Cooking All Day
Cooking for friends can feel like an all-day chore, but it does not have to steal your Saturday.
How to Make a Small Executive Dinner Feel More Thoughtful
An executive dinner may feel small, yet its impact can shape future deals and friendships. People remember how