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Fluent In Fire Hospitality

Welcome to FIF Hospitality! We are an Austin-based personalized fine dining experience. A private ‘live-fire’ culinary showcase brought to your personal and intimate spaces year round. With 12+ years at some of the finest ATX dining venues, Chef Alec and his team will provide a delicious and entertaining, top-shelf experience. We engage your group in a culinary journey through the art of ‘live-fire’ cooking perfect for any occasion and home style setting.


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A ‘Live Fire’ Culinary Showcase

Celebratory Dinners
Corporate Dinners
Private & Intimate Gatherings
At Home Omakase Experience
Custom Personalized Experiences
Indoor or Outdoor Live-Fire

Book Your Next Event for 2026 & 2027!
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‘ Bonito Bonfire ’ Homakase Series

A 16-Course Evening in the Hill Country

Join Chef Alec Costilla and the Fluent In Fire team for an intimate omakase experience.

Next Bonfire: October 25, 2026

Sunset seating · 5:30 p.m.
Moonlight seating · 8:30 p.m.

12 seats per seating. Reserve your place at the table.

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Event Details
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Two chefs in black uniforms preparing ingredients in a kitchen with wooden walls and various cooking tools.
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  • Chef Alec and his crew were absolutely focused on the detail of the meal. So tasteful and a class act.

    Mike A ~ Homakase Dinner Guest

  • Everything was incredible and I was truly blown away! The flavors were fantastic.

    Tyler C ~ Homakase Dinner Guest

  • Apple oyster tart was outstanding. Kanpachi Aguachile was my favorite; lime was a nice subtle addition.

    Sophia P ~ Homakase Dinner Guest

  • Amazing job! Definitely will be back... It was an honor to attend.

    Barry H. ~ Homakase Dinner Guest

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Charred grilled fish fillet topped with red sauce, chopped herbs, and black pepper, garnished with a lemon slice sprinkled with black pepper, on a white plate.
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Pieces of salmon sashimi with diced salmon on top, arranged on a dark serving platter
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A gourmet dish with salmon, avocado, microgreens, edible flowers, and various sauces served in a black skillet.
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Two printed menus titled 'Fluent In Fire Hospitality,' decorated with pink and red flower-shaped wax seals, with a black background.
Oysters being grilled over an open flame at an outdoor setting. A person's tattooed arm is visible, and the person is using tongs to handle the oysters.
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Two men with tattoos wearing black shirts preparing and arranging small appetizer dishes on a kitchen countertop, with plates of food and kitchen appliances visible in the background.
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A white bowl containing scallops in a yellow sauce, garnished with fresh green herbs and black peppercorns.

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