Best Canapés Private Chefs in London. Hire Chefs at Home

So you want to host a chef-catered dinner party in London. I did, for my 50th birthday, and it came off absolutely brilliantly thanks to Chef Charlotte. Here's some advice: 1. Obviously, rent the AirBNB/event space with the largest dining area. This will likely not be big enough, however, and you probably won't have enough place settings, silverware, wineglasses, etc. We only realized this in a call with Chef Charlotte, who recommended an event hire company from whom we rented an extra table, linens, wine glasses, etc. 2. Tell the AirBNB owner what you're doing before you reserve: I didn't really, and for the week leading up to the event was pretty stressed out that the owner would object or worse, send over the police! 3. Use HOMETAINMENT. Antoine Melon, the founder, is dedicated to making your event a success and will likely reach out to you personally--exactly the touch that will make the difference. Thanks Antoine! 4. You will probably end up working with the first chef who responds to your inquiry--in our case, fortuitously, Chef Charlotte. And you'll probably be fine with any of the HOMETAINMENT Chefs they're all professionals, after all. However, I would recommend that you at least wait to hear from Chef Charlotte, who I would wholeheartedly recommend. 5. Keep things (relatively) simple. While I'm sure she can cook anything, Chef Charlotte recommends a menu that she has likely cooked a hundred times and can probably do in her sleep. She adapted it to accommodate our dietary needs (some vegans, garlic intolerance) and added a personal favorite of mine, a cold spring veggie soup which was amazing. 6. An assistant chef/server is important, and I'd make sure that your chef will have one (Charlotte will). 7. And ultimately, relax and have a great time! Chef Charlotte is a total professional, great to work with, and most of all, cooked us an unforgettable meal: Passed canapés: Roasted aubergine with tomato and black olive tapenade Salmon gravlax, toasted rye, mustard and dill sauce Dorset crab tartlets First course: Spring vegetable soup, gremolata Second course: Ravioli of new season English green and white asparagus Main course: Herb crusted rack of Cotswold lamb, spring vegetables, potato gratin, lamb jus, served with risotto of spring vegetables, basil pesto, pine nut crumb Dessert: Apple tart tatin, home made vanilla ice cream Bon appetit! John Affleck Quincy, MA

Having Jamie with us has made the party a real success. Jamie was professional and friendly. The cocktails were excellent! We will all remember this amazing evening forever. Thank you HOMETAINMENT !

We have had the pleasure of working with Stefano on several occasions now. The first time was during a particularly difficult period when our full-time chef experienced a family bereavement, Stefano stepped in at the last minute and quite literally saved Christmas! From the moment he arrived, his calm and positive attitude put everyone at ease. He communicates clearly and professionally, works seamlessly with our team, and, needless to say, cooks absolutely incredible food. Stefano is highly creative with his menus and always finds ways to make each dish both delicious and visually stunning. His attention to detail is evident in every plate. Everything he serves is beautifully presented and thoughtfully prepared. Since that first experience, we’ve had him back for various dinners and events, often at short notice, which has never phased him. Nothing ever seems too big of a task, and he always goes above and beyond to make sure everything runs smoothly. Stefano is reliable, talented, and a true pleasure to work with. We would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a chef who combines exceptional skill, creativity, and professionalism with a genuinely great attitude.

Dominique and team curated a sensational event, ensuring every detail was fine tuned, service was impeccable. Guests had only positive feedback on the oysters, caviar and service. The team were very warm and attentive. Could not recommend enough and thank you!

Booking process v easy and liason with Chef Harri v easy as well sand food and service on the night was top class! Couldnt have been better!

Our bartender, Mattia, was truly outstanding! We had to make a last-minute booking just four hours before our company event due to a change in plans. The support team at HOMETAINMENT, along with Mattia, displayed exceptional speed and professionalism in accommodating our request. Mattia quickly took charge of our bar, offering fantastic cocktail suggestions that perfectly complemented the party's atmosphere. His mixing skills were precise and impeccable, and he even extended his service for an additional 30 minutes to ensure our evening continued smoothly. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Mattia for his contributions. This marked our second successful OFFICETAINMENT event, and it was made memorable by his exceptional service.

Andrea and his team were superb. Everyone at my daughter’s wedding mentioned their professional approach and the great cocktails.

Andrea’s cocktails were delicious & he left the house spotless, thank you for the service. 5 stars !!!

From the first interaction to the last engaging with Jessie was a pleasurable experience. What impressed me the most was how personable Jessie is also her process of customising the menu to our liking. The food was delicious (and educational ;-)), my guests and I loved how well the CBD oils were paired with the courses. I highly recommend Jessie and would definitely hire her again.

Alistair's photography masterclass is a game-changer! Whether you're a budding photographer or just looking to enhance your skills, this HOMETAINMENT experience is perfect. Alistair's expertise shines as he shares top-notch composition and lighting techniques while nurturing your creativity. The best part? It's inclusive-bring your camera or just your phone. Now, you'll be the photo pro at your HOME events, capturing unforgettable moments! 📸🌟