Chef Aurelien Agbadje

Private Chef In Auckland

Bonjour,

I am Aurelien, Takeachef and Airbnb Chef Ambassador for Auckland.

My culinary journey spans from Nancy to Bordeaux and the Alpine beauty of Courchevel. Trained as both a Chef and Pastry Chef in France, I have had the privilege of working in charming bistros and renowned patisseries. Additionally, I had the opportunity to refine my skills in fine dining restaurants.

My background is a beautiful blend of French and African origins, and my love for traveling has influenced my culinary style greatly. I take immense pride in creating traditional French cuisine that not only reflects my culture but also incorporates flavors and inspirations from my travels. Each dish I craft tells a story, weaving together the essence of my heritage and the diverse culinary landscapes I have explored.

For me, cooking is...

Sharing time with guests or my loved ones, discovering new dishes, ingredients and flavours, cooking is also my dream job.

I learned to cook at...

It all began in France where I started my apprentiship as a chef at "La Mignardise" and "Les Pissenlits" and as pastry chef at "Musquar"

A cooking secret...

is to adapt to any preferences and dietary requirements, I warmly welcome the opportunity to cater to vegans and vegetarians.

My menus

Sun-Kissed Cuisine

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Rillette di Tomato and Mascarpone on Lavoche

Green Olive Tapenade and Preserved lemon with Baguette

FIRST COURSE

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Fresh Cheese Curd Caprese with Puff Pastry, Beetroot and Pickled Grappe, Pistachio and Pomegranate Vinaigrette

Lamb Meatballs braised in Tomato and Capsicum Sauce, Shaved Parmesan

Roasted Vegetables & Tomato Tartelette, Herb Coulis

MAIN COURSE

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Apricots and Almonds Chicken Tajine, Braised Moroccan Vegetables , Ras El Hanout Couscous

Herbed Gnocchi with Provolone sauce, Confit Butternut and Cherry Tomato, brown butter

Braised Eggplant stuffed with New Zealand Lamb, Crushed Gourmet Potatoes, Peas, Marinated Feta & Herb Medley

Aubergine cannelloni, Feta and Spinach bechamel, Pomodoro sauce and Herb Coulis

DESSERT

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Amaretti, Coffee Latte Ice cream & Chocolate Sauce

My Deconstructed Seasonal Fruits Tiramisu with Brandy Tuile and Pâtissière cream

Spiced Apple crumble, Poached pear and Vanilla ice cream

La Tavola Italiana

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Rillette di Tomato and Mascarpone on Lavoche

Olive and Preserved Lemon Tartelette

FIRST COURSE

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Mushroom Ravioli, Truffle and Vincotto sauce

Bruschetta With Roasted Squash, Caramelised Onion, Walnuts and Balsamic Glaze

Fresh Cheese Curd Caprese with Roasted Beetroot and Pickled Grappe, Pistachio and Pomegranate Sauce

MAIN COURSE

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Beef Ossobuco with Roasted Vegetable and Polenta Panisse

Pollo alla Cacciatora, braised chicken with Prosecco and Porcini Mushroom served with creamy Mash Potato

Caccuicco: Tuscan Fish Soup with Prawns Shaved Parmesan and Toasted bread

Aubergine cannelloni, Feta and Spinach bechamel, Pomodoro sauce and Herb Coulis

Risotto with Radicchio, Gorgonzola Toasted Walnuts and Pickled dried fruits

DESSERT

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Amaretti, Coffee Latte Ice cream & Chocolate Sauce

My Deconstructed Seasonal Fruits Tiramisu with Brandy Tuile and Pâtissière cream

Eastern Palette

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Pork Belly Bao Buns, Cuncumber, Fresh Herbs & Sweet Chilli Mayo

Fish Sashimi, Sweet and Sour Nuoc Mam, Orange and Coriander

FIRST COURSE

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Vietnamese Noodle Salad with Sautéed Beef, Vegetable Julienne, Peanut Sauce, Mint & Fried Onions

Thai Colelaw with Garlic Prawn & Pickled Mushrooms, Ponzu & Sesame Dressing (vg) (gf)

MAIN COURSE

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Braised Beef Rump in Raspberry Vinegar and Soy, Sautéed Greens with Edamame and Toasted Sesame

Free Range Chicken Shaken Style, Cantonese Fried Rice, Omellete and Peas

DESSERT

All inclusive

White Chocolate and Miso Brownie, Vanilla Ice Cream

Persian Love Cake, Cardamom, Rose & Lemon Syrup, Pistachio & Yoghurt

Seasonal Poached and Grilled Fruits Spiced Seed Crumble, Coconut Ice cream (vg) (gf)

All Day Brunch

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All inclusive

Croissants and Fresh Sourdough with butter and Jam

FIRST COURSE

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Shakshuka : Spiced Tomato Sauce and Capsicum with Baked Eggs (v)

Marinated Feta and Spinach Omelette (v)

Caramelised Onion and Chorizo Omelette

MAIN COURSE

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Green Breakfast : Seasonal Sauteed Greens, Lemon Ricotta, Extra virgin Olive oil (v)

Meety Breaky : Bacon, Sausages, Sauteed Potatoes & Mushrooms

DESSERT

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French Toast, Seasonal Fresh Fruits, Chantilly, Berry Coulis (v)

Overnight Oat, Coconut Yoghurt, Toasted Almond, Strawberry Compote Mint & Extra Virgin Olive Oil (vg)

The Green Nomad

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Bocconcini and Roasted Grappe (v)

Cucumber and Tomato Vegan Caprese, Pesto (vg)

FIRST COURSE

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Middle East Spiced Eggplant & Chickpeas, Tahini dressing, dukkah & Chilli Oil (vg) (gf)

Sautéed Courgette, Aspargus & Tomato Tartelette, Fresh Herbs, Extra Virgin Olive oil (v)

Grilled Halloumi, Tuscan Cannellini Bean Ragu, Pomodoro Sauce & Fresh Herbs (v) (gf)

MAIN COURSE

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Roasted Cauliflower with Dates and Sesame Sauce, Pilaf Rice, Spiced Carrot & Orange Purée (vg)

Herbed Gnocchi, Seasonal Greens, Confit Tomato, Pickel Fennel, Almond Cream (v)

Polenta Panisse with Grilled Broccoli & Capsicum, Marinated Olives, Roasted Garlic, Hummus (vg) (gf)

DESSERT

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Persian Love Cake, Cardamom, Rose & Lemon Syrup, Pistachio & Yoghurt

Seasonal Poached Fruits, Spiced Seed Crumble, Sorbet (vg) (gf)

A Taste of Aotearoa

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Smoked Fish Rillette

Prawn Remoulade Brioche Sliders

FIRST COURSE

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Cured New Zealand King Salmon, Horopito Cream, Pickel Radish, Seaweed Crakers

Hangi Style Kumara, Manuka Smoked Beetroot Salad, Corn Mayo, Mixed Leaves (v)

Mince & Cheddar Pie, Tomato and Capsicum Chutney

MAIN COURSE

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New Zealand Lamb Cutlets, Crushed Gourmet Potatoes, Peas, Fresh cheese Curd & Herb Coulis (gf)

Market Fish, Green-lipped Mussels, Kawkawa Mariniere Sauce, Wild Fennel & Seasonal Greens (gf)

Polynesian Style Free Range Chicken Braised in Spinach, Ginger and Coconut Cream, Taro Chips and Cripsy Rice (gf)

DESSERT

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Pavlova, Meringue, Lemon Curd and Kiwi Fruit, Peach Coulis (gf)

Trifle, Berries, Genoise, Chantilly Cream, Dark Chocolate Ganache

Savoring France

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Sundried Tomato Rillette(v)

Green Olive Tapenade, Baguette (v)

FIRST COURSE

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Red Onion Tatin, Fresh Cheese, Walnuts, Mix Leaves (v)

Brioche Croque Monsieur, Truffled Béchamel

Classic French Fish Soup Bouillabaisse Style, Rouille Sauce & Crouton

Bavette Beef Tartare, Pickles, Worcestershire sauce Mayo, Garlic Crostini

MAIN COURSE

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Roasted Duck Breast, Squash Mousseline, Figs & Pickeled blueberry, Red wine Reduction (gf)

New Zealand Beef Scotch Fillet with Cocoa Nibs and Black Pepper, Parsnip Purée, Prune Jus (gf)

Red Wine and Rosemary Braised Venison, Potato mousseline and Roasted Vegetables

Grilled Market fish with celeriac purée, brown butter, sautéed Greens, puff pastry and preserved Lemon

DESSERT

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Breton Short Bread Tart, Patissiere, Apricot & Rhubarb Declinaison

Dark Chocolate Fondant, Vanilla Ice Cream & Cherry Coulis

Deconstructed Poirier, Vanilla Genoise cake with crème mousseline, Poached pear and brandy Tuile

Mediterranean Mosaic

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Taramasalata & Egg with Lumpfish Caviar

Herb Hummus & Olive Crostini

FIRST COURSE

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Courgette, Aspargus & Tomato Tartelette, Marinated Feta, Extra Virgin Olive oil (v)

Grilled Halloumi, Harissa & Paprika Carrot, Chorizo Cumble, Lentil Blinis (v)

Fig Tabouleh, Roasted Beetroot, Greek Yoghurt & Fresh Herbs, Honey Balsamic Dressing, Crispy Filo (v)

MAIN COURSE

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Olive & Lemon Chicken Tajine, Braised Moroccan Vegetables with Dates, Apricots & Toasted Almonds, Ras El Hanout Couscous (gf)

Spanish Meatballs, Tomato Salsa & Grated Manchego with Roasted Perla Potatoes, Rosemary & Garlic (gf)

Grilled Market Fish, Horseradish Slaw, Capers, Brown Butter, Confit Tomato & Green Mayo

DESSERT

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Strawberry Tiramisu with Almond Tuile & Mint

Amaretti, Coffee Latte Ice cream & Chocolate Sauce

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Chef Aurelien's reviews

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Amazing food and presentation ???? Chef aurelien was very nice and lovely. An amazing birthday memory! ????

Chef Aurelien was amazing! He was able to accommodate us in our Airbnb as we visited for vacation. He cooked us a lovely 4 course meal, had great conversation and so many great tips on places to see, eat, and visit. I would highly recommend booking Chef Aurelien!

Amazing food and presentation ???? Chef aurelien was very nice and lovely. An amazing birthday memory! ????

Lovely professional chef, fantastic food, superb presentation. Absolutely great experience and super chef. Thanks Aurelien.

Relaxed, professional Chef! Loved the food! Was a great experience!

Chef Aurelien was great to work with from start to finish. His menu proposal was thoughtful and showed he understood the idea and vibe of the dinner experience I sought. He was accommodating and thoughtful about menu tweaks, guest allergies and preferences. He was an absolute pleasure to have in our home as we prepared for the dinner party before guests arrived, and his engagement (at my request) with the dinner guests in explaining each course was a hit. The food was inspired, creative... complex, artistic French cuisine that was incredibly delicious and beautifully presented. I will definitely be booking him again!

Very good!

Aurelien is a wonderful chef. Our interactions with him was both very friendly a timely. On the day, everything was great: timely arrival, engaging interaction, beautiful cooking and discreet cleaning. Best of all, the menu was excellent and presented in a beautiful way. A very highly recommended chef!!!.