Chef Natalie Mansfield

Private Chef In Pensilva

An experienced chef with over 18 years in the hospitality industry and a real passion for good food. I have worked in some amazing places, from ski resorts in Austria and France, country hotels and rosette restaurants to large events in some of London's most stunning museums and palaces. From intimate private dining and event catering to modern, cook-at-home meal kits. I am equally inspired by preparing a romantic dinner, making party nibbles and canapes, catering for meetings or conferences, or a once-in-a-lifetime event.

For me, cooking is...

My biggest passion and hobby. When I'm not cooking, I'm either eating or thinking about new dishes and what I'll cook next

I learned to cook at...

Three years old. I was given my first baking set for my third birthday and loved making cakes and biscuits. I started cooking meals at home by age 11

A cooking secret...

Treating each ingredient as if it is the star of the dish.

My menus

Fish Feast

STARTER

All inclusive

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Bruschetta Platter

Fig, Mozzarella & Sherry Caramel / Tenderstem Broccoli & Cashew Pumpkin Seed Pesto / Cherry Tomato, Basil & Confit Garlic

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Grilled Salmon Fillet / King Scallops in Seaweed Butter / Fowey Mussels, Cider & Shallot Cream

All served with

Roast Baby Potatoes, Charred Baby Gem, Roasted Corn, Broad Bean & Pea Panache

Lemon & Chive Hollandaise / Smoked Almond Romesco Sauce

DESSERT

All inclusive

Chocolate & Salted Caramel Tart, Clotted Cream

Festive Feast

STARTER

All inclusive

Beetroot, Goats Curd & Sherry Caramel

Brisket Wellington

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Brie, Fig, Sherry & Crumpet Bread

Chicken & Chestnut Terrine, Pickled Mushroom & Sage

Pumpkin Panna Cotta, Crab & Caviar

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Glazed Beef Short Rib OR Turkey & Sausagemeat Stuffing Ballotine OR Sunblush Tomato, Wild Mushroom & Walnut

Served Family style with

Roast Potatoes, Cauliflower Cheese, Charred Cabbage & Roasted Roots

DESSERT

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Cranberry Frangipane, Glazed Cranberries & Brandy Crème Anglaise

Sticky Date & Apple Pudding, Miso Caramel & Clotted Cream

White Chocolate & Gingerbread Chessecake

Taste of Asia

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All inclusive

A Selection of Canapes

FIRST COURSE

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Thai Red Crispy King Prawns, Asian Noodle Salad & Coconut

Beef Tataki, Pickled Shitake & Grilled Lettuce

King Oyster Mushroom, Seaweed & Soy (ve)

Korean Fried Caulifower, Pickles, Gochujang & Sesame Glaze (ve)

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Ginger & Sesame Glazed Salmon, Sushi Rice Fritter & Pak Choi

Char Sui Pork Belly, Shitake xo Sauce, Asian salad

Thai Green Sea Bass, Baby Veg & Crispy Noodles

"Chicken Tikka" Spiced Chicken Breast, Poppadom Crumb & Corn & Courgette Pakora

Tandoori Carrot, Corn & Carrot Pakora, Green Chutney & Sesame Dhukka

DESSERT

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Mango Cheesecake, Coconut & Ginger

Matcha Panna Cotta, Sesame, Strawberries & Lime (ve)

Lemon & Yuzu Tart, Sesame Tuille & Miso Caramel

Coconut Creme Brulee, Miso Roast Pineapple

Vegetarian

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All inclusive

Canape - Cheddar, Parmesan & Chive Waffle

Canape - Crispy Paella, Saffron Aioli

FIRST COURSE

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Wild Mushroom & Confit Egg Yolk Filo Tartelette

King Oyster Mushroom, Cauliflower, Spring Onion & Chive

Burrata, Figs, Aged Balsamic & Focaccia

MAIN COURSE

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Glazed Cauliflower Steak, Roasted Baby Leeks, Smoked Celeriac, Chimmi Churri

Celeriac Dauphinoise, Apple, Chard & Shitake

Pea & Broad Bean Risotto Cake, Watercress Velouté & Feta

DESSERT

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Almond Panna Cotta, Roast Nectarines & Ginger Oat Crumble

Pina Colada Mille Fuille

Kiwi Lime Pie & Coconut Cream

French Favourites

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All inclusive

Canapé - "Croque Monsieur" smoked ham, gruyere & brioche

Canapé - Beef Fillet Tartar, Parmesan Crisp & Anchovy Emulsion

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Baked Camembert, Onion & Sourdough Crumpet

Chicken Liver Parfait, Fig & Sherry

Mussels, Ham & Garlic Cream

MAIN COURSE

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Wild Mushroom, Fondant Potato, Hollandaise & Cavolo Nero

"Coq au Vin" a modern play on a classic

Cod Loin, Beurre Blanc, Fennel & Caviar

DESSERT

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Chocolate & Hazelnut Paris-Brest

Blueberry Clafoutis & Chantilly Cream

Apple Tarte Tatin, Elderflower Crème Anglaise

Summer

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All inclusive

Canapé - Butternut Squash Terrine, Sunflower Seed & Truffle

Canapé - Chilli Butter Glazed Chicken Wing

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Goats Cheese, Confit Beetroot & Toasted Seeds

Torched Mackerel, Grilled Cucumber, Creme Fraiche & Dill

Beef Carpaccio, Smoked Egg Yolk, Anchovy Emulsion & Ciabatta Croutes

Burrata, Aged Balsamic, Confit Tomato & Focaccia

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

BBQ Hispi Cabbage, Seaweed Butter & Hazelnuts

Chicken Ballotine, Crispy Gnocchi, Broccoli, Spinach & Thyme Cream

Salmon, Mussels, Saffron Fondant & Caviar

Roast Chicken, Garlic & Ham Cream Sauce, Baby Gem, Artichoke & Chilli Ragu

DESSERT

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"Cream Tea" Tea Parfait, Glazed Scone & Strawberries

White Chocolate & Lemon Blondie, Pistachio & Oats

Blackberry Mousse Cake, Lemon & Coconut

Autumn

STARTER

All inclusive

Canapé - Potato Rosti, Ham Hock & Sweet Mustard

Canapé - Butternut Squash Terrine, Truffle & Sage

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Leek & Potato soup, Parmesan Doughnuts

Confit Duck, Artichoke and Egg yolk Tartlette

Beetroot Cured Trout, Buttermilk & Watercress

MAIN COURSE

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Cod Loin, Clams, Pak Choi & Gnocchi

72hour Stout Braised Short Rib, Aligot filled Potato, Baby Leek

Celeriac Dauphinoise, Apple, Chard & Shitake

DESSERT

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Almond Panna Cotta, White Chocolate, Nectarine & Ginger

Caramel Apple Terrine, Brandy & Marzipan Ice Cream

Plum Sponge Pudding, Lemon Mascapone & Pistacio

Festa Italiana

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All inclusive

Canapé - Beef Fillet Carpaccio, Parmesan Crisp & Anchovy Emulsion

Canapé - Crispy Skin, Salt Cod, Caviar

Canapé - Parmesan Doughnut, Artichoke Mousse

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Sicilian Arancini, Arrabiatta & Ricotta

Sausage & Broccolini Tagliatelle, Pumpkin Seed Pesto

Burrata, Figs, Aged Balsamic & Focaccia

MAIN COURSE

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Pumpkin Ravioli, Sage Butter & Confit Pinenuts

Garlic Squid & Nduja Croquette, Roasted Fennel & Tomato

Slow Cooked Tuscan Lamb, Polenta & Salsa Verde

DESSERT

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Tiramisu Cheesecake

Layered Chocolate Mousse, Puffed Orzo & Frangelico

Almond Panna Cotta, Roast Nectarines & Ginger Oat Crumble

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Chef Natalie's reviews

4.94

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18 services

Natalie and Abi were amazing. They prepared a special meal for 6 people for us to celebrate my wife’s birthday. Nat and I communicated a lot prior to the evening, and Nat and Abi were able to propose a fantastic menu and were very willing to make amendments to take account of dietary requirements. On the night, they were punctual, polite, professional and friendly, and were not fazed by an enquiring dog. The food served according to the timings we had agreed, and was incredible — all of it was superb, but for me the standout dish was the slow roast lamb shoulder. We were all delighted with the food and the evening, and Nat and Abi cleaned up promptly and comprehensively. I would thoroughly recommended Nat and Abi if you are looking for a private chef/caterer!

Natalie and her sister were utterly fantastic , the food far exceeded our expectations , it was beautiful , delicious and each dish was a treat . I would recommend these wonderful ladies to everyone , they were very professional in every way .

Our chef was absolutely brilliant from start to finish. As soon as we placed our order they were in touch. Running through our likes and dislikes and changing the menu according to what we wanted from the evening. They were extremely accommodating with our son who has a disability and cooked foods that he was happy with and presented it at the same time so that he could be included. The service was impeccable, the food even better, flavours were sublime. Could not recommend them more!

This was an amazing evening, such fabulous food, Natalie and Abi were so good! Super friendly and knowledgeable, they made the evening really special. Very high end food, presented beautifully. Couldn’t recommend high enough ! This really made my parents birthdays so special

What a great experience! Natalie took time beforehand to make sure she understood our requirements and then delivered Food was delicious and beautifully presented, with some extra flourishes that added to the overall effect. Our first time for bringing in external caterers and we will definitely consider again based on this experience. Would thoroughly recommend Natalie Mansfield

Our first private chef experience and it was fantastic! Natalie and Abi arrived an hour before we ate, and prepared three amazing courses, plus canapés and extra treats at the end of the meal. The food was delicious and immaculately presented. Really friendly, did not mind interruptions by our furry friends and left the kitchen really clean and tidy afterwards. A real treat and would highly recommend Nat + Abi. Thanks again!