At Sydney Private Chef, we believe that no two events should ever feel the same. Every menu, every drink, and every detail should tell the story of the host and their guests. For Bridgestone’s recent corporate gathering at the stunning La Botanique in Botany, we were tasked with doing exactly that — designing a complete food and beverage experience that matched their theme, audience, and occasion perfectly.
Read MoreSome occasions deserve more than a table at a restaurant—they deserve an experience. For this intimate 60th birthday celebration, the brief was clear: create a private dining experience that felt refined, relaxed, and unforgettable.
Set on a rooftop terrace with panoramic ocean views, the scene was effortlessly elegant. A small gathering of nine guests arrived on a warm afternoon and were welcomed with an oyster and caviar service, paired perfectly with Champagne Pol Roger NV—a bright, precise drop that set the tone for the meal to come.
Read MoreIn June, we embarked on a delightful culinary journey, crafting a Japanese-inspired canapé menu to complement the exquisite wines from Grace Wines, a distinguished Japanese winery. This was my first encounter with these wines, and they surpassed all expectations with their spectacular flavors and incredibly well-balanced structure. The wines were delicate and subtle, yet possessed a profound depth that underscored their elegance.
Read MoreThis is one of the easiest recipes with left over truffle, Sometimes we add a little choped anchovy or olive to the mix as a source of rich saltiness, however ingredients like this reduce the self life.Just make sure that your butter is at room temperature.
Read MoreIn the whirlwind of running a private chef and busy catering business, there's always an element of unpredictability. My wife often jokes with me, especially when I'm bone tired after crafting unforgettable experiences for our clients, saying, "We won't be doing that anymore, will we?" It's true, we're constantly revaluating our service, menus, pricing and strategies. But when it comes to the demands of our clients, I'm often a "yes man."
Read MorePebbly Beach Escapes is, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful and peaceful locations on the NSW coast. A wonderful collection of accomodation reminese of the classic Australian summer holiday home gone luxuary. I was lucky enough to be invited to stay and cook for an entire week for a family celebrating a special birthday event at Pebbly Beach escapes. The brief was mainly vegan and vegetarian food with a little bit of local seafood and a nod to gluten free.
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