Private Chef in Ipswich
Rent one of our 42 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.
A personal chef for any occasion in Ipswich
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Ipswich in October 2016, more than 42 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Ipswich and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Suffolk.
Starting in 2016, 16,326 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Ipswich. To book your chef in Ipswich, just share your event details in our form. Receive proposals from top chefs and chat with them until you find your match.
Up until today, our chefs have shared 5,660 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 96,486 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.71 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 16,326 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Ipswich usually book menus around 89 GBP per person, including 4.43 courses, sharing an average of 4.96 messages with their chefs. If you've never had a chef at home but want to add an extra spice to your next celebration, just rent a chef in Ipswich.
How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dream meal, including type of cuisine, preferences, and intolerances.
Receive menu proposals
Our chefs will design menus based solely on your wants and needs.
Get chatty with your chefs
Don't be shy about exchanging some messages with your chefs until your perfect menu is ready!
Book your experience
Once you are happy with your choice, submit your payment to secure your experience.
Enjoy!
All there is left to do is count down the days till your culinary experience begins!
42 Private Chefs in Ipswich
Get to know more about our top rated Private Chefs in Ipswich
More than 16,300 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.53 Chef
The guests in Ipswich have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.53.
4.76 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Ipswich received an average score of 4.76.
4.71 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.71 average score.
4.81 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Ipswich has been scored with a 4.81 on average.
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5,660 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Ipswich
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!
Caesar salad with garlic croutons
Grilled vegetables, cous cous
Charred broccoli, onions, balsamic and nuts
Cobb salad
Waldorf salad
Rice salad with ham and peas
Marinated mustard potatoes
Coronation quiche
Chicken tikka masala with biryani rice
Sausage and mash with onion gravy
Shepherds pie
Fish pie
Chicken and leek pie
Please discuss for 2 sides
Apple crumble, vanilla custard
Creme anglaise moussecake
Sticky walnut and date pudding
Spotted dick
Eton mess
Apple and oats crumble
Apple pie
Berry pannacotta
Bread and sultana pudding, vanilla custard
Grilled pepper&aubergine salad
Asparagus, fennel, rocket salad, mustard emulsion
Chicken caesar salad, shaved parmesan
Ham, peas and orzo
Avocado, quinoa and macerated tomato salad
Tomato, mozzarella with pesto
Chicken cacciatore
Slow braised beef ragout
Grilled garlic and rosemary pork
Breaded fish with mostarda crema
Penne arrabiatta
Fusilli bolognese
Beef lasagne
Please discuss for 2 sides
Tiramisu
Dark chocolate tart
Cherry clafoutis
Almond and ricotta cake
Fragole al limone
Baked apple with crumbled walnut and ricotta
King prawns poached in butter and dill, celeriac puree finished with foam cream butter and carrot crisps
Steak tartare japanese style
Wagyu beef tataki with ponzu sauce, garnished with roasted sesame seeds, julienne spring onion and togarashi
Crispy-skinned sea bream fillet, mussels marinated with dill, grape cream and courgette ribbons
Braised veal cheeks with sweetbreads, served with baby carrots, brussels sprouts and buttered spinach
Roast lamb rack, baby carrots, tender-stem broccoli, pumpkin puree, marinated feta and rich lamb jus
Chocolate and caramel marquise with honeycomb and chocolate soil
Lychee and pineapple blended granita, garnished with strawberry, peach and micro mint herbs
Chicken and cilantro in mini potato cups
Aubergine sambhal, crispy cones
Tomato bocconcini pesto skewers
Avocado on toast
Cucumber cups, marie rose prawns
Tabbouleh(bulgar wheat with mint and parsley)
Glass noodle and raw papaya salad
Caesar salad with garlic croutons
Mixed leaves with different dressings
Tandoori chicken tikka
Cream cheese marinated broccoli
Beef keftas
Harissa marinated lamb
Mustard marinated fish
Piri piri marinated vegetables
Mini dessert canapés selection
Bulgur wheat, harissa, pickled radish
Trio of dips with crispy pita and flatbread
Warm pepper and aubergine salad
Stuffed tomatoes with wet cous cous
Lemon marinated chicken skewers
Watermelon and feta
Grilled courgette and haloumi
Cucumber, red onion and pomegranate
Apple and walnut
Haloumi&walnut kibbeh, avocado salsa
Moroccan lamb koftas
Kibbeh
Dolma
Noodles with duck
Chilli garlic chicken
Risotto with prawns
Mini dessert canapés selection
Asian prawn and vegetable rice paper rolls
Anchovy, chilli and cheese tostada
Chilli and lime prawn skewers
Hot smoked salmon, crispy puff
Beetroot cured salmon,sour cream, caviar
Smoked mackerel rilette
Mini seafood tacos
Prawn cocktail
Prawn and avocado timbale
Seabream ceviche, leche de tigre, salsa avocado
Beetroot salmon, rye bread,sour cream
Citrus cured salmon, horseradish crème fraiche
Smoked mackerel rilette, pickled cucumber, saffron aioli
Chilli garlic prawns, asparagus salad, wasabi emulsion
Hot smoked salmon tatin, pea mousse
Cod with miso marinade, tenderstem broccoli, radish confit, wasabi and soy emulsion
Chermoula salmon, asparagus spears, roasted cauliflower puree, pipperade
Hake, olive upma, asparagus, achari carrots
Prawn and fava bean cassoulet, pearl barley risotto, charred greens, parmesan crisps
Curry marinated salmon, charred sweetheart cabbage, sesame dressing
Herb crusted salmon, horseradish new potatoes, tenderstem broccoli, saffron cream sauce
Balsamic cod, grilled butternut squash, braised sweetheart, romesco sauce
Smoked haddock fishcakes, sandy carrot puree, confit shallot, melange of vegetables
Blue matcha coconut panacotta
Saffron and pistachio cheesecake
Dark chocolate and chilli tart
Dark chocolate cheesecake
Lychee and mango cremeaux
Strawberry eton mess
Tiramisu
Cherry clafoutis
Canape chicken terrine, tarragon, brioche, truffle caesar
Canape beetroot an clementine salmon gravadlax, buckwheat blini, dill cream cheese
Canape pork belly, apple sauce, sage verde, blini, scratching
Canape brie and cranberry filo parcels, marmalade chutney
Canape smoked haddock fish cake, dill hollandaise
Canape wild mushroom and herb vol au vent, parmesan crisp
Smoked salmon, shallot and parsley terrine, wholemeal sourdough, gem, lemon
Wild mushroom pate, pickled shitake, madeira gel, brioche, watercress
Christmas spiced gammon cake, wholegrain and mint beurre blanc, sauteed leek
Chicken liver parfait, nutmeg clarified butter, date and port chutney, toasted rye
Parsnip and apple soup, apple salsa, sage, parsnip crisps, beer bread
Fillet of beef, portobello mushroom, stilton, cavolo nero, fondant potato, port and mushroom sauce
Turkey crown, stuffed leg ballontine, cocktail sausage, maple pork belly, roast roots, sprouts and gravy
Monkfish, cauliflower textures, curry flavours, bombay potatoes, spinach, curry cream
Root vegetable wellington, roast potatoes, sauteed sprouts, marmite gravy, mint sauce
Salmon, sauteed leeks, sauteed potatoes, sprout leaves, pink peppercorn sauce
Christmas pudding, eggnog anglaise, apple compote
Sticky toffee pudding, salt caramel sauce, fromage blanc sorbet
Chocolate mousse, cherries, honeycomb, shortbread
Tiramisu
Cranaken trifle; raspberry jelly, almond, honey bavarois, chantilly, whiskey oatcake
Canape serrano ham croquettes, truffle mustard
Canape blackened beer-brined chicken masa tart, ipa guacamole
Canape king prawns, devilled quails egg, red pepper skewer
Canape baby beetroot, cucumber, olive and feta skewer
Canape butternut squash arancini, watercress mayo
Canape salt and pepper squid and romesco sauce
Roast cauliflower, rarebit, truffle, thyme gremolata, sourdough
Beetroot hummus, vegan feta, roasted aubergine, kachumber and rocket
Pan fried sea bass, brassica tartare, cauliflower puree and black pudding crumb
Rhubarb cured scallops, celeriac puree, samphire, mussel and rhubarb beurre blanc
Wild mushroom raviolo, mushroom cappuccino, rocket and hazelnut pesto
Ham hock terrine, cucumber pickle, rye, caper and dill butter
Roast chicken crown, braised leg pastry, savoy, mushroom and bacon fricassee, madeira sauce, chicken skin scratchings
Celeriac fondant, braised carrot, spinacj puree, shallot tart fine, vegan feta, toasted seeds, carrot top verde
Pan fried oak smoked duck breast, white bean cassoulet, confit duck, sauteed potato, brassica and gremolata
Fillet of beef, mushroom fricassee, squash puree, red wine braised beef, savoy, shallot pickle
Sea bream, cacciatore, crispy gnocchi, green beans and olives twists
Root vegetable tart tatin, herb sauce, cavolo nero, toasted pinenuts
Verrine of black forest; chocolate cremeux, chantilly, cherry and kirsch, chocolate soil, honeycomb
Peanut butter and white chocolate tart, raspberry sorbet and fresh raspberries
Chestnut and rum parfait, coffee cream, chocolate delice, rum snap
Pear tart tatin, poire william crème anglaise, honeycomb
Tropical fruit, coconut rice pudding, mango and passion gel, coconut sorbet
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.
Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Ipswich.
What does a private chef service include in Ipswich?
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Ipswich?
The price of renting a chef in Ipswich can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 63 GBP to 122 GBP. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 63 GBP per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 65 GBP per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 87 GBP per person, and for 2 people, the price is 122 GBP per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
How can I hire a private chef in Ipswich?
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
How can I find a private chef near me?
There are currently 42 chefs available in Ipswich. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Ipswich who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service?
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Does the chef cook at my house?
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Can I cook along with the chef?
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Are the ingredients fresh?
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
How much should I tip my private chef in Ipswich?
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
Key information about our chefs in Ipswich
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How many chef services are booked in Ipswich each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Ipswich, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Ipswich.
Cost of a private chef in Ipswich
The cost of hiring a private chef in Ipswich can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 63 GBP to 122 GBP per person.
For 13 people or more: 63 GBP
For 7 to 12 people: 65 GBP
For 3 to 6 people: 87 GBP
For 2 people: 122 GBP.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Ipswich?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Ipswich: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Surprise, but you can have anything you want (our surprise menu will cover that!).
Beyond these six types of cuisine, our private chefs personalize diverse menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Our private chefs can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction and suggest other cuisines or fusion dishes. Submit your request and hire a chef in Ipswich!
Talk to our chefs in Ipswich
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Ipswich? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Ipswich, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.
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