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We engaged Chef Stefano to cook a multi-course Christmas Banquet for our family of eight in London in December 2024. For context: we are a multi-generational family, all gourmands, (at one point I was an anonymous restaurant reviewer) with varying preferences in terms of cuisine but thankfully the common ground of the flavours of the Mediterranean, which was the brief we provided Chef Stefano. To say Chef Stefano surpassed our expectations is an understatement. Ten months later and I am still dreaming of the symphony of starters that was a beetroot gravlax with salmon, marinated sea bass that showcased the fish with a vibrant citrus and dill dressing and finally beef Carpaccio that was simplicity rendered decadent. Yes, it was thinly sliced beef and there were parmesan shavings, however, the truffle and mustard condiment was nothing short of ambrosial. The write-an-essay-about-it chicken liver pate fashioned into Christmas tree forms (the children in our number loved that touch) was smooth, rich, suitably boozy with the marsala wine and intense in flavour. And because portions were generous, it was a welcome addition to the breakfast table the following morning! For our main course we opted for Porchetta and baked salmon topped with pomegranates. The medley of sides ranged from perfectly executed classics such as roasted parsnips and carrots (which Chef Stefano made festive with the addition of a maple syrup dressing), lentils baked in a pumpkin gourd and a raw broccoli salad with pine nuts and baby spinach leaves that was a refreshing counterpoint to our other choices. Our puddings of Monte Bianco and Tiramisu were the kind of conclusion of dreams::meringue pavlova, chestnut cream, chantilly and chocolate on one hand, and layers of coffee soaked biscuits with the optimal ratio of mascarpone and chocolate on the other. Chef Stefano also prepared a lasagne for the children as an additional dish - a thoughtful inclusion in case they were picky eaters - but devoured by us all with alacrity. The effusiveness of this review is also due to Chef Stefano's professionalism. He arrived on time, plated everything beautifully and created a culinary experience that my family and I will cherish for many years to come.

Jacob was lovely and prepared a wonderful 4-course meal that each of our discerning guests truly enjoyed. He also brought good energy to our home and kitchen and cleaned and exited like a ninja while I entertained our company. Very professional and fun. We would definitely have him back.

We had the most perfect evening with Jacob cooking for our event. The food was delicious and as the organiser I've received so many messages about it!! It was truly amazing. Jacob is professional and a really down to earth guy. Thanks for everything!

I had Miss Mimi cater a Chinese New Year party for 80 people at my home. She did everything from plan the menu, organise the serving dishes to keep on the theme, prep, cook and left my kitchen spotless. And the food was out of this world. She staggered it so it was all hot and fresh and kept a constant mix of dishes she sent out. She did so much research to come up with a wide range of substantial hors d’oeuvres that ranged from vegetarian to quite filling meat dishes. She even went as far as to get the right color orchids to decorate the dishes as well. Nothing was left to chance and she was meticulous about her process. I can’t wait to use her again!

Amazing birthday party! Charlie’s food is out of this world. Simply stunning. If you want a really amazing gourmet experience and fun dinner party, book him. He’s a lovely man too.

Chef Edward was the perfect addition to my private party at home. His culinary skills are unparalleled, and he created a menu that exceeded all expectations. The attention to detail and quality of ingredients were outstanding. I would highly recommend Chef Edward for any event or occasion. Thank you for making our evening so special!

Jacob was a brilliant chef for my dinner party last week. All of the communication up until the event was smooth and transparent - there were plenty of options provided for the menu and Jacob was able to accommodate all my requests with ease. On the night, Jacob was engaging, knowledgeable and he even cleaned up after. I couldn't recommend more highly and will certainly be using Jacob again.

To have a chef in your kitchen cook g for you is a huge privilege but ChefArnaud offered so much more than this. He glided into our kitchen and instantly read our family so well, within minutes it felt as if he were a long lost friend. He worked in my kitchen as if it were his own, finding everything he needed with no fuss and very few questions. He engaged with my daughters aged 7 and 9 teaching them how to cook egg fried rice while making them giggle and laugh. They both fell for him immediately. The food was delicious and his chat was great! The only difficult moment was opening the door at the end of the night and saying goodbye! My husband said it was the best birthday present I’ve given him!

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.

Jacob cooked a wonderful summermenue for my birthday party ! Everybody liked it. He made provisions for an allergic guest and was always very accommodating and very relaxed . He has a really nice personality and it was a pleasure to have him for this special event . Fab!