Chef Sarah Jane

Private Chef In Almancil

I am a professional chef with 20 years experience in the culinary world.

I was born in the UK, moved to Portugal at a young age and meal times were always important to me, as they represented "family time".

Growing up, I was eager to learn more about flavors and textures, so moved back to London to study, spent some time at Michelin Starred restaurant GUSTO in Quinta do Lago. Eventually, I discovered my true passion: catering.

Being able to witness families sharing their time around a table during their vacations and knowing I’m a part of it truly fulfills me.

For me, cooking is...

...to use love, dedication and knowledge to enhance the flavor and texture of food.

I learned to cook at...

...my grandma's kitchen, the way she knew and combined the ingredients without looking at any recipes, it has always amazed me.

A cooking secret...

...planning, listening and making sure all my client's requirements are fulfilled. On site, tidiness is a must to a flawless service.

My menus

Veggie & Vegan Delights

STARTER

All inclusive

Assorted Cheeses, Pickled Algarvian Carrots, Marinated Olives, Traditional Algarvian Sourdough Bread (Gluten Free option)

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Zucchini fritters with tzatziki

Zucchini tagine with couscous

Beet hummus topped with roasted beets, crumbled feta cheese (on the side), orange wedges and rocket

Filo Cups with Brie Cheese and Caramelized Pear

Radicchio, Pear, Blue Cheese, and Rocket Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

Heirloom Tomato, Burrata & Basil Pesto Salad

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Melanzane alla Parmigiana - crispy aubergine with tomato basil marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella (option) Vegan mozzarella

Potato gnocchi w/ wild mushrooms, butter sauce & parmesan cheese

Wild Mushroom & Lentil Ragu with Fresh Pappardelle & Parmesan

Wild Mushroom Risotto (gluten-free)

Golden Filo Spanakopita with Spinach & Feta (or Tofu)

Asparagus lasagna with ricotta

Eggplant stuffed with Moroccan seitan bolognese and pomegranate

Black bean and sweet potato chili & Rice

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Banoffee Tart with Chocolate Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Lemon Tart with Raspberry Coulis and Meringue Crumble PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream, Berries & Salted Caramel Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Eatalian delights

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Artisanal Charcuterie Selection

Cheesy Arancini Balls with Marinara Sauce

Beef Carpaccio w/ mustard vinaigrette & shaved parmesan

Radicchio, Pear, Blue Cheese, and Rocket Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Beet hummus topped with roasted beets, crumbled feta cheese, orange wedges and rocket

Grilled halloumi with zenty lemon dressing with pistachio nuts and pomegranate

Mini Bruschettas with Wild Mushrooms and Roasted Garlic

Melanzane alla Parmigiana - crispy aubergine with tomato basil marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella (option) Vegan mozzarella

Bruschetta al Pomodoro: Grilled gluten-free bread topped with diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil

Heirloom Tomato, Burrata & Basil Pesto Salad

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Wild Mushroom Risotto (gluten-free)

Wild Mushroom & Lentil Ragu with Fresh Pappardelle & Parmesan

Chicken Saltimbocca: Thinly pounded chicken breasts wrapped in prosciutto and fresh sage leaves, w/ white wine and butter sauce

Pan-Seared Veal Saltimbocca with Creamy Polenta & Lemon-Scented Broccolini

Lasagna Bolognese

Aspargus risotto

Potato gnocchi w/ wild mushrooms, butter sauce & parmesan cheese

DESSERT

All inclusive

Into the sea dinner experience

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Algarvian Clams prepared in the "Bulhão Pato" Style

Crispy fried calamari

Thai Fish Cakes with Sweet Chilli Sauce

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Portuguese Octopus Salad

Smoked Salmon Bruschetta w/ cream cheese, dill, and lemon zest

Cod Fish Cakes with Alioli Sauce

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Grilled Fillet Sea Bream with Lemon Sauce plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Grilled Golden Bream Fillet with lemon plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Herb Crusted Cod plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Algarvian Seafood Cataplana

Grilled Monkfish and Prawn Skewers with Lemon Butter Sauce plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Banoffee Tart with Chocolate Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Lemon Tart with Raspberry Coulis and Meringue Crumble PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream, Berries & Salted Caramel Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Finger Food & Tapas

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Filo Cups with Brie Cheese and Caramelized Pear

Grilled Black Pork Chorizo

Assorted Cheeses, Pickled Algarvian Carrots, Marinated Olives, Traditional Algarvian Sourdough Bread (Gluten Free option)

Smoked Salmon Bruschetta w/ cream cheese, dill, and lemon zest

Bruschetta al Pomodoro: Grilled (gluten-free as option) bread topped with diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Mini Melon Gazpacho Cups with Crispy Prosciutto

Mini Bruschettas with Wild Mushrooms and Roasted Garlic

Chicken Lollipops with Tangy Barbecue Sauce

Slow-Roasted Pork Sliders with Green Sauce

Shrimp Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Grilled Chicken Piri Piri PLUS selecction of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Mini Lamb Chops with Pistachio Crust and Lemon-Tahini Drizzle PLUS selecction of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

DESSERT

All inclusive

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream, Berries & Salted Caramel Sauce

SurprisEAT

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Beef Carpaccio w/ mustard vinaigrette & shaved parmesan

Algarvian Clams prepared in the "Bulhão Pato" Style

Assorted Cheeses, Pickled Carrots, Marinated Olives, Traditional Sourdough Breads

Bruschetta al Pomodoro: Grilled (gluten-free as option) bread topped with diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil

Panzanella Salad: A refreshing Italian salad feat. tomatoes, crunchy croutons, fresh basil & vinaigrette

Cheesy Arancini Balls with Marinara Sauce

Wild mushroom ceviche with lemon and cilantro sauce

Smoked Salmon Bruschetta w/ cream cheese, dill, and lemon zest

Mini Bruschettas with Wild Mushrooms and Roasted Garlic

Portuguese Octopus Salad

Tuna Tataki w/ ponzu sauce

Mini Melon Gazpacho Cups with Crispy Prosciutto

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Grilled halloumi with zenty lemon dressing with pistachio nuts and pomegranate

Seafood Cataplana (meat version available as well)

Chicken Saltimbocca: Thinly pounded chicken breasts wrapped in prosciutto and fresh sage leaves, w/ white wine and butter sauce

Carabiniero Rice with Saffron and Lemon Zest

BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders with Crunchy Coleslaw

Herb-Buttered BBQ Scallops

Grilled Tiger Prawns with Chimichurri Sauce

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Aspargus risotto

Golden Filo Spanakopita with Spinach & Feta (or Tofu)

Melanzane alla Parmigiana - crispy aubergine with tomato basil marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella (option) Vegan mozzarella

Moussaka (lamb, aubergine, potato)

Grilled Rib Steak with Black Garlic Butter PLUS selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Grilled Chicken Piri Piri PLUS selecction of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Grilled Fillet Sea Bream with Lemon Sauce plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Grilled Monkfish and Prawn Skewers with Lemon Butter Sauce plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Grilled Picanha with Chimichurri Sauce PLUS selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Banoffee Tart with Chocolate Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Lemon Tart with Raspberry Coulis and Meringue Crumble PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream, Berries & Salted Caramel Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Tarte Tatin with vanilla ice cream PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Tiramissu PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

BBQ: A Feast of Smoky Delights

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Cheesy Arancini Balls with Marinara Sauce: Indulge in golden-fried risotto balls stuffed with creamy cheese, served alongside tangy marinara sauce

Grilled Tiger Prawns with Chimichurri Sauce: Succulent tiger prawns grilled to perfection and adorned with vibrant chimichurri sauce

Algarvian Clams prepared in the "Bulhão Pato" Style

Assorted Cheeses, Pickled Algarvian Carrots, Marinated Olives, Traditional Algarvian Sourdough Breads

Beet hummus topped with roasted beets, crumbled feta cheese, orange wedges and rocket

Bruschetta al Pomodoro: Grilled (gluten-free as option) bread topped with diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil

Caramelized onion tart topped with goat cheese and baby watercress

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Grilled Black Pork Chorizo

Beef Carpaccio w/ mustard vinaigrette & shaved parmesan

Grilled Lamb Pistachio Kofta with Sumac Yogurt Sauce

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders with Crunchy Coleslaw: Tender pulled pork sliders topped with crunchy coleslaw, bursting with smoky flavors

Grilled Rib Steak with Black Garlic Butter PLUS selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Grilled Fillet Sea Bream with Lemon Sauce plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Grilled Veggie Skewers: Colorful skewers loaded with grilled seasonal vegetables, bursting with smoky goodness

DESSERT

All inclusive

Seasonal Fruit Platter

Banoffee Tart with Chocolate Sauce: Indulge in layers of buttery pastry, creamy banana, and luscious toffee, drizzled with decadent chocolate sauce

Delícias Italianas

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Panzanella Salad: A refreshing Italian salad feat. tomatoes, crunchy croutons, fresh basil, t& vinaigrette

Cheesy Arancini Balls with Marinara Sauce

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Aspargus risotto

Beef Carpaccio w/ mustard vinaigrette & shaved parmesan

Filo Cups with Brie Cheese and Caramelized Pear

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Potato gnocchi w/ wild mushrooms, butter sauce & parmesan cheese

Chicken Saltimbocca: Thinly pounded chicken breasts wrapped in prosciutto and fresh sage leaves, w/ white wine and butter sauce

Pan-Seared Veal Saltimbocca with Creamy Polenta & Lemon-Scented Broccolini

Lasagna Bolognese

Wild Mushroom Risotto (gluten-free)

Wild Mushroom & Lentil Ragu with Fresh Pappardelle & Parmesan

Melanzane alla Parmigiana - crispy aubergine with tomato basil marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella (option) Vegan mozzarella

DESSERT

All inclusive

Panna Cotta de Café: Uma sobremesa sofisticada e indulgente, com panna cotta de café coberta por avelãs caramelizadas tostadas

Frutas da Estação: Delicie-se com uma seleção fresca e colorida de frutas da estação, uma finalização refrescante para sua experiência culinária italiana

Seaside meets Countryside

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Assorted Cheeses, Pickled Algarvian Carrots, Marinated Olives, Traditional Algarvian Sourdough Breads

Grilled Black Pork Chorizo

Algarvian Clams prepared in the "Bulhão Pato" Style

Portuguese Octopus Salad

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Algarvian Seafood Cataplana, a symphony of flavors from the sea

Grilled Monkfish and Prawn Skewers with Lemon Butter Sauce

Prawn Salad with Avocado and Mango

Algarvian Seafood Cataplana (meat version)

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Grilled Chicken Piri Piri, packed with spicy goodness

Pan-fried Rice with Spinach and Crispy Caramelized Onion, a delightful harmony of textures

Roasted Crushed New Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary, a comforting accompaniment

Tomato Oregano Carpaccio Salad, a refreshing burst of flavors

DESSERT

All inclusive

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream and Wild Berries, accompanied by a luscious Salted Caramel Sauce

Seasonal Fruit Platter

Veggie & Vegan Delights

STARTER

All inclusive

Assorted Cheeses, Pickled Algarvian Carrots, Marinated Olives, Traditional Algarvian Sourdough Bread (Gluten Free option)

FIRST COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Zucchini fritters with tzatziki

Zucchini tagine with couscous

Beet hummus topped with roasted beets, crumbled feta cheese (on the side), orange wedges and rocket

Filo Cups with Brie Cheese and Caramelized Pear

Radicchio, Pear, Blue Cheese, and Rocket Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

Heirloom Tomato, Burrata & Basil Pesto Salad

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Melanzane alla Parmigiana - crispy aubergine with tomato basil marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella (option) Vegan mozzarella

Potato gnocchi w/ wild mushrooms, butter sauce & parmesan cheese

Wild Mushroom & Lentil Ragu with Fresh Pappardelle & Parmesan

Wild Mushroom Risotto (gluten-free)

Golden Filo Spanakopita with Spinach & Feta (or Tofu)

Asparagus lasagna with ricotta

Eggplant stuffed with Moroccan seitan bolognese and pomegranate

Black bean and sweet potato chili & Rice

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Banoffee Tart with Chocolate Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Lemon Tart with Raspberry Coulis and Meringue Crumble PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream, Berries & Salted Caramel Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Eatalian delights

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Artisanal Charcuterie Selection

Cheesy Arancini Balls with Marinara Sauce

Beef Carpaccio w/ mustard vinaigrette & shaved parmesan

Radicchio, Pear, Blue Cheese, and Rocket Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Beet hummus topped with roasted beets, crumbled feta cheese, orange wedges and rocket

Grilled halloumi with zenty lemon dressing with pistachio nuts and pomegranate

Mini Bruschettas with Wild Mushrooms and Roasted Garlic

Melanzane alla Parmigiana - crispy aubergine with tomato basil marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella (option) Vegan mozzarella

Bruschetta al Pomodoro: Grilled gluten-free bread topped with diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil

Heirloom Tomato, Burrata & Basil Pesto Salad

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Wild Mushroom Risotto (gluten-free)

Wild Mushroom & Lentil Ragu with Fresh Pappardelle & Parmesan

Chicken Saltimbocca: Thinly pounded chicken breasts wrapped in prosciutto and fresh sage leaves, w/ white wine and butter sauce

Pan-Seared Veal Saltimbocca with Creamy Polenta & Lemon-Scented Broccolini

Lasagna Bolognese

Aspargus risotto

Potato gnocchi w/ wild mushrooms, butter sauce & parmesan cheese

DESSERT

All inclusive

Into the sea dinner experience

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Algarvian Clams prepared in the "Bulhão Pato" Style

Crispy fried calamari

Thai Fish Cakes with Sweet Chilli Sauce

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Portuguese Octopus Salad

Smoked Salmon Bruschetta w/ cream cheese, dill, and lemon zest

Cod Fish Cakes with Alioli Sauce

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Grilled Fillet Sea Bream with Lemon Sauce plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Grilled Golden Bream Fillet with lemon plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Herb Crusted Cod plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Algarvian Seafood Cataplana

Grilled Monkfish and Prawn Skewers with Lemon Butter Sauce plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Banoffee Tart with Chocolate Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Lemon Tart with Raspberry Coulis and Meringue Crumble PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream, Berries & Salted Caramel Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Finger Food & Tapas

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Filo Cups with Brie Cheese and Caramelized Pear

Grilled Black Pork Chorizo

Assorted Cheeses, Pickled Algarvian Carrots, Marinated Olives, Traditional Algarvian Sourdough Bread (Gluten Free option)

Smoked Salmon Bruschetta w/ cream cheese, dill, and lemon zest

Bruschetta al Pomodoro: Grilled (gluten-free as option) bread topped with diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Mini Melon Gazpacho Cups with Crispy Prosciutto

Mini Bruschettas with Wild Mushrooms and Roasted Garlic

Chicken Lollipops with Tangy Barbecue Sauce

Slow-Roasted Pork Sliders with Green Sauce

Shrimp Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Grilled Chicken Piri Piri PLUS selecction of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Mini Lamb Chops with Pistachio Crust and Lemon-Tahini Drizzle PLUS selecction of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

DESSERT

All inclusive

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream, Berries & Salted Caramel Sauce

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Chef Sarah's reviews

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26 services

I had a great private chef experience with my host Sarah Jane! Every element was perfect and it was my favorite meal I had on my whole 3 week holiday. Thank you so much!!!

Chef Sara was amazing. From the actual food to the beginning planning phases. We had a last minute change of guests with some dietary restrictions and she was very accommodating and came with some suggestions. Every single person no matter the age or the restriction licked their fingers after the meal. The dessert was a the most amazing cheesecake we have ever had in our lives. Absolutely an amazing experience through and through. We also added wine pairing which was excellent. The waiter who served the dishes explained what each dish was and how the wines pair with each dish. 100% recommended.

Sarah was wonderful to work with, very responsive over messages in the lead up and on the day - and they delivered an unforgettable meal. We would absolutely recommend Chef Sarah. We organized a surprise 30th birthday dinner for a group of 10 of us, and Sarah prepared a four course Algarvian menu - every dish was delicious and beautifully presented. We absolutely loved our evening and would strongly recommend Chef Sarah (and Carla!).

Sarah Jane and her team were amazing, the food served was outstanding in particular the picanha and we would definitely recommend them to anyone, thank you for making our evening one to remember.

Sarah Jane and Joana were fantastic, highly recommend and so much food, cooked to perfection.

Chef Sarah Jane and her team were fantastic. They could not do enough for us. We will certainly be reaching on our next visit to Faro. Thank you.

Sara was absolutely amazing! Her food was incredible and portion sizes were great. Very clean and tidy in the kitchen and table set up etc. Really friendly. Sara’s response time was so quick and was happy for us to adapt the menus to our liking. Great communication. Would definitely recommend.

I had a great private chef experience with my host Sarah Jane! Every element was perfect and it was my favorite meal I had on my whole 3 week holiday. Thank you so much!!!

Sarah Jane and her team were amazing, the food served was outstanding in particular the picanha and we would definitely recommend them to anyone, thank you for making our evening one to remember.

Sarah Jane and Joana were fantastic, highly recommend and so much food, cooked to perfection.

Chef Sarah Jane and her team were fantastic. They could not do enough for us. We will certainly be reaching on our next visit to Faro. Thank you.