March 24, 2025
Tales from the Kitchen: The Strangest Places I’ve Ever Cooked
Being a private chef in Cornwall means I’ve cooked in some incredible places—luxury holiday homes, grand estates, even on the beach. But sometimes, the most unforgettable jobs happen in the most unexpected locations. Private dining isn’t always…
March 17, 2025
What They Don’t Tell You About Being a Private Chef
When people hear I’m a private chef in Cornwall, they picture me casually cooking for celebrities, swanning around beautiful kitchens, and plating up fancy dishes every night. Sure, sometimes it looks like that—but there’s a whole other side that…
March 10, 2025
Cooking with the Seasons: Spring Ingredients I Can’t Live Without
Seasonality is everything when it comes to food. As a private chef in Cornwall, I build my menus around what’s at its absolute best, and spring is one of my favourite times of year for fresh, vibrant ingredients. Everything feels lighter, brighter,…
March 3, 2025
Client Spotlight: Creating a Surprise Anniversary Feast for Two
Some bookings stick with you long after the plates are cleared, and this was one of them. A few months ago, I got a call from a guy who wanted to surprise his wife with a private dining experience to celebrate their wedding anniversary. They’d had a…
February 24, 2025
Balancing the Heat: How I’m Learning to Work Smarter, Not Harder
Being a private chef in Cornwall isn’t just about cooking—it’s about managing energy, time, and expectations. The industry is relentless, and for years, I pushed myself to the absolute limit. Long hours, late nights, and squeezing in every booking I…
February 17, 2025
A Private Table Exclusive: Crafting the Perfect Five-Course Tasting Menu
A tasting menu isn’t just a collection of dishes—it’s a journey. When done right, it flows effortlessly from one course to the next, building anticipation and delighting guests with every bite. As a private chef in Cornwall, I’ve crafted my fair…
February 10, 2025
How to Host an Unforgettable Dinner Party: A Private Chef’s Guide
Throwing a dinner party isn’t just about feeding people—it’s about giving them a night to remember. Over the years as a private chef in Cornwall, I’ve learned that it’s the little things that make a big difference. Here’s how you can turn an…
February 3, 2025
From Cornwall to the Big Stage: My Journey as a Private Chef in Cornwall
I still remember the first time I walked into a professional kitchen. I was fifteen, on work experience at a small restaurant in Bude, Cornwall, and the head chef—looking slightly worse for wear—took one glance at me and said, "Whatever you do,…
November 16, 2023
Best not to give up after 2 years
I have not done any blog posts for the best part of 3 years but I am starting up again and it will be a monthly event! Well where do I start it has been a crazy crazy year. From starting the year planning to finalise my debut book in September,…