# italian journey

- **Price:** from £85.00 per private chef / hour
- **Minimum spend:** £450.00
- **Duration:** 3 hours
- **Book at least:** 2 weeks in advance
- **Hometainer:** [Chef Michael](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/hometainer/chef-michael-b?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown)
- **Locations:** London, Cotswolds, Essex, Oxfordshire, Somerset, Surrey, Sussex
- **Categories:** Private Chefs
- **Styles:** [Italian](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/italian?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [Plant based](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/plant-based?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [Fine Dining](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/fine-dining?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [French](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/french?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [Healthy](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/healthy?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [Mediterranean](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/mediterranean?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [Japanese](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/japanese?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [Table grazing](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/table-grazing?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [Sushi](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/sushi?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [Vegetarian](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/vegetarian?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [Vegan](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/vegan?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [Spanish](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/spanish?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [International cuisines](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/international-cuisines?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [British](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/british?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown)
- **Occasions:** Anniversaries, Baby Showers, Birthdays, Christmas Parties, Cultural, Dinner at Home, Festive, Garden Parties, Hen Do, Housewarming, Party at Home, Party at Office, Stag Do, Valentine's

Italian journey

STARTER
Crispy fried crab & pea arancini ,spicy ve-duja, mozzarella & marinara sauce(v)
Beef fillet carpaccio, truffle vinaigrette, Parmesan salad
Courgette flowers soufflé, héritage beetroots rémoulade, chives velouté sauce
Bruschetta Napolitana  Garlic rubbed ciabatta with tomato, red onion, basil and extra virgin olive oil
Yellow fine tune ceviche, grilled courgette tart, confit cherry vine tomato, crispy caper

FIRST COURSE

Bruschetta of black tiger prawns, chilli and lemon dressing, ciabatta
Sea-bream gravlax, lemon and red onions compote, mints oil
Smoked octopus pastrami, smoked tomato and red pepper mayonnaise, castelfranco
Roasted Cornish scallops, tagliatelle nest and herbs salsa
Minestrone , goats cheeses croquette
Fennel & orange soup parmigiana crisps
Burrata e Pomodoro Burrata from Corato in Puglia served with marinated beef tomato carpaccio & fresh basil
Gamberoni Luciana King prawns with garlic, chilli, tomato, a touch of cream & toasted Altamura bread
Melanzane alla Parmigiana Baked layers of Sicilian aubergine, with Parmesan cheese & tomato
Frittura di Pesce Portofino Deep fried calamari, prawns, scampi & scallops served with tartare sauce & chilli mayonnaise

MAIN COURSE

Linguine Scallops & Caviar Linguine pasta with scallops, Italian Sturgeon Caviar & saffron cream sauce
Line caught wild sea bass, peas purée, crispy crushed baby potatoes, chorizo croquettes, white wine butter sauce
Gnocchetti Pasta Melanzane e Salsiccia Sardinian style g

## Photos

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## What's included

food , chef

## What the host should provide

kitchen equipment, place in fridge on day and freeze ,

## Allergens

nuts , gluteen, citric , seafood

## About the hometainer: Chef Michael

_Chef Michael - Michelin-Trained Private Chef for Bespoke Dining_

Rated 5/5 across 6 reviews.

Chef Michael is a classically trained chef with experience in prestigious 2 Michelin-starred restaurants including Le Chabichou and Le Palme d’Or. He specialises in Mediterranean cuisine, Japanese fusion, and expertly caters to a wide range of dietary needs.

Whether you’re after casual comfort food or a full 5-star dining experience, Michael crafts refined, flavour-packed dishes that impress every time. In addition to private chef services, he also offers engaging, hands-on cooking classes for all skill levels.

🍽️ What to Expect:
Bespoke menus tailored to your preferences, Mediterranean and Japanese fusion cuisine, expert handling of dietary requirements, private chef service or cooking classes at home

🎉 Perfect for:
Dinner at Home, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Garden Parties, Date Nights, Hen Do, Stag Do, Off Site, Housewarming, Cultural Events, Team Building, Wellbeing, Valentine’s

🌿 Service Areas:
Essex, Kent, Sussex, London, Berkshire

🔥 Signature Style:
Elegant and globally inspired - fine dining with heart, precision, and flair brought straight to your home

Chef Michael transforms everyday dining into an elevated culinary journey you won’t forget.

Profile: https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/hometainer/chef-michael-b?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown

## Reviews

> Michael and the team did a great job with the food and service. All of guests commented on how great the food was.
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> — Doug, 5/5

> Chef Michael delivered an exceptional sharing platter experience. Every dish was generous, vibrant, and full of flavour. Laurent and his guests were genuinely impressed by the quality and presentation. Effortless service and outstanding food made the evening a complete success.
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> — Laurent, 5/5

> Chef Michael and his wife did an outstanding job in providing the exquisite food for our wedding reception. The menu selection, preparation and presentation were all conducted to perfection. He certainly brought Michelin standards right into our home and our guests really appreciated it. We will certainly recommend Chef Michael's services to others and use his again, as and when the occasion arises.
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> — Frederick, 5/5

> Thank you Antoine@Hometainment for an incredibly professional service you recently provided assigning Chef Michael and Prince who brilliantly executed the English and Italian buffet experience. Chef came fully prepared ensuring everything was on time with enough food and loads leftover. Overall, an amazing evening with good food and company. No doubt I will be back!
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> — Kam, 5/5

> I booked Chef Michael on Saturday night - though Hometainment - for a dinner to celebrate my wife's birthday. It was SUPERB! He arrived on time, was well organised and charming and delivered the most fabulous meal. He also bought his wife Esra to waitress along side him, who was equally charming and did a fantastic job of looking after everyone. I couldn't recommend them highly enough.
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> — Nicho, 5/5

## More from Chef Michael

- [9-Course Fine Dining Menu by Private Chef Michael](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/fine-dining-gourmet?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £120.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/fine-dining-gourmet.md))
- [🇫🇷 French Fine Dining Experience by Chef Michael](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/french-menu?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £85.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/french-menu.md))
- [Mediterranean Canapés Party by Private Chef Michael ](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/canape-party?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £30.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/canape-party.md))
- [Christmas Day Lunch Menu by Private Chef Michael](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/french-canapes-and-bowl-food?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £150.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/french-canapes-and-bowl-food.md))
- [The Ultimate Family Sunday Roast, Cooked by Your Chef](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/family-sunday-lunch?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £70.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/family-sunday-lunch.md))
- [Christmas Canapé Menu by Chef Michael at your Office](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/christmas-canape?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £30.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/christmas-canape.md))
- [🇫🇷 French Dinner Party by Chef Michael at Home or Office](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/french-classic-journey?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £94.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/french-classic-journey.md))
- [French Culinary Journey - Classic Dinner Party Experience](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/french-culinary-journey-classic-dinner?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £90.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/french-culinary-journey-classic-dinner.md))

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## How to book

Book or request a quote on the experience page: https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/italian-journey?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown