# Meal Prep Day (5 hours max ) by Chef Layla - **Price:** from £400.00 per session - **Minimum spend:** £400.00 - **Duration:** 4 hours - **Book at least:** 7 days in advance - **Hometainer:** [Chef Layla](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/hometainer/chef-layla?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) - **Locations:** London, Cornwall, Cotswolds, Essex, Oxfordshire, Somerset, Surrey, Sussex - **Categories:** Private Chefs, Corporate - **Styles:** [Corporate Lunch Catering](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/office-experiences/corporate-lunch-catering?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [Corporate Entertainment](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/office-experiences/corporate-entertainment?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown), [Middle Eastern](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/experiences/private-chefs/middle-eastern?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), [Office Catering](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/london/office-experiences/office-catering?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) - **Occasions:** Dinner at Home, Wellbeing Transform your weekly meal routine into a seamless, gourmet experience with Chef Layla. In just four hours, your private chef will design, cook, and portion a range of meals tailored to your lifestyle and dietary needs. 👩‍🍳 What to Expect: • Initial consultation to understand your taste, nutrition goals, and any dietary restrictions • Ingredient sourcing from trusted, high-quality suppliers • Full ingredient prep and cooking in your home • Fresh, well-balanced meals portioned and packed for the week ahead • Labelling and storage for maximum freshness • Cleaning and reset of your kitchen 🎯 Perfect for: Busy professionals, families, fitness-focused individuals, or anyone wanting to enjoy fresh, home-cooked meals without the daily effort. 🍴 Service Format: In-home chef service (4 hours) with bespoke menu planning and prep All meals packed and labelled for convenience DROP-OFF SERVICE IS ALSO AVAILABLE Let Chef Layla bring restaurant-level care to your everyday meals - without the stress of planning, shopping, or cooking. ## Photos ![Experience image](https://storage.googleapis.com/hometainment/experiences/216c0001-0e54-41b2-af04-518e518fad30/meal-prep-half-day-4-hours.webp) ![Experience image](https://storage.googleapis.com/hometainment/experiences/216c0001-0e54-41b2-af04-518e518fad30/meal-prep-half-day-4-hours_1.webp) ![Experience image](https://storage.googleapis.com/hometainment/experiences/216c0001-0e54-41b2-af04-518e518fad30/meal-prep-half-day-4-hours_2.webp) ![Experience image](https://storage.googleapis.com/hometainment/experiences/216c0001-0e54-41b2-af04-518e518fad30/meal-prep-half-day-4-hours_3.webp) ![Experience image](https://storage.googleapis.com/hometainment/experiences/216c0001-0e54-41b2-af04-518e518fad30/meal-prep-half-day-4-hours_4.webp) ![Experience image](https://storage.googleapis.com/hometainment/experiences/216c0001-0e54-41b2-af04-518e518fad30/meal-prep-half-day-4-hours_5.webp) ## What's included Private chef time ## What the host should provide Cash or credit card to purchase the raw ingredients ## Allergens N/A ## About the hometainer: Chef Layla _Chef Layla - Global Flavours & Dietary Expertise_ Rated 5/5 across 9 reviews. A Leiths-trained chef and semi-finalist on Gordon Ramsay’s Next Level Chef, Layla brings bold, flavour-packed dishes inspired by her Jamaican, Cuban, and North African roots. With over a decade of culinary experience, she creates health-conscious meals that are as nourishing as they are delicious. From vegan and Ital to gluten-free and refined sugar-free menus, Layla expertly tailors each experience to meet your needs - without compromising on taste or creativity. Based in West London, she delivers colourful, vibrant private dining that celebrates global heritage and wellness. 🍽️ What to Expect: Globally inspired dishes with bold, fresh flavours, Menus customised for all dietary preferences, including vegan and gluten-free, Creative, colourful plating and wholesome ingredients, Relaxed and nourishing dining experience in your own home 🎉 Perfect for: Wellbeing, Dinner at Home, Birthdays, Garden Parties, Anniversaries, Team Building, Cultural, Baby Showers, Valentine’s ✨ Signature Style: Bold global fusion with wellness at its core - feel-good food with serious flavour Let Layla turn your next gathering into a celebration of culture, health, and taste. Profile: https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/hometainer/chef-layla?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown ## Reviews > Leila did an amazing job, she even managed to cook for 16 people at our house. Super nice way of presenting it, great presentation style of food and food being absolutely delicious. I am happy to book her again in the future and can recommend her a lot! She was also super nice and flexible for Vegetarian Options and I had full trust to leave my kitchen to her and even leave the house during prep time! Thank you Leila! ... > > — Anna, 5/5 > Delicious Canapés We had 20 over for drinks and canapes , it was great to have Layla there to take care of the food and impress the guests! Would definitely recommend. > > — Richard, 5/5 > Layla is a fantastic chef. We had a great evening for my wife’s birthday. Would highly recommend. > > — Jon, 5/5 > Layla was superb. I would have loved her to be a dinner guest and not just the chef! Layla was accommodating and super organised. The food was exceptional and her tone and approach perfectly matched the evening. She made a fun night exceptional. > > — Anne, 5/5 > Layla went above and beyond to make it special Layla was very professional and on time. She cooked the dinner to perfection and made sure she left the kitchen spotless. Everyone loved the food! > > — Nof, 5/5 ## More from Chef Layla - [Middle Eastern 3 Course Meal by Chef Layla](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/chef-layla?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £95.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/chef-layla.md)) - [Fusion Canapés by Chef Layla – Global Bites Party](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/fusion-canapes?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £45.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/fusion-canapes.md)) - [Middle Eastern Fusion Buffet – Ottolenghi Style](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/buffet-styles-middle-eastern-fusion?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £75.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/buffet-styles-middle-eastern-fusion.md)) - [Caribbean Fusion 3-Course Dinner by Chef Layla](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/caribbean-fusion-3-course-meal?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £100.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/caribbean-fusion-3-course-meal.md)) - [British and European Fusion Dining by Private Chef Layla](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/modern-british-european-fusion?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £120.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/modern-british-european-fusion.md)) - [Festive Canapés by Chef Layla – Christmas Party Bites](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/christmas-festive-canapes?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £45.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/christmas-festive-canapes.md)) - [🇮🇹 Ciao Bella Italian 3-Course Feast by Chef Layla](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/ciao-bella-italian?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £95.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/ciao-bella-italian.md)) ## Similar Private Chefs experiences - [Vegan Haute Cuisine Dinner - Gourmet Dining Experience](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/haute-cuisine-vegan-dinner?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £140.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/haute-cuisine-vegan-dinner.md)) - [Sushi & Sashimi Bar by Chef Marco A – Asian bites & bowls](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/sushi-sashimi-asian-bar?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £95.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/sushi-sashimi-asian-bar.md)) - [Cheese & Wine Pairing at Home with Sommelier Fleur](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/cheese-and-wine-pairing?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £90.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/cheese-and-wine-pairing.md)) - [Global BBQ Experience with Smoked Meats by Chef Elliott](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/ultimate-grilling-service?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £70.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/ultimate-grilling-service.md)) - [Freshly Shucked Oyster Experience by Dominique at Home](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/oyster-experience-freshly-shucked-oysters?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £18.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/oyster-experience-freshly-shucked-oysters.md)) - [Luxury Canapés for 150 – Exclusive Catering Service](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/luxury-seasonal-canapes?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £465.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/luxury-seasonal-canapes.md)) - [Chai & Bites Pop-Up by Private Chef Aida](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/flavors-of-karachi-feast?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £15.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/flavors-of-karachi-feast.md)) - [English & Italian Buffet Dining by Private Chef Michael](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/bowls-food?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown) — from £60.00 per guest ([markdown](https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/bowls-food.md)) ## How to book Book or request a quote on the experience page: https://www.hometainment.com/uk/app/experience/meal-prep-half-day?utm_source=ai-agent&utm_medium=markdown