Chef Abbigail Van Sweringen

Private Chef In Westminster

I am a passionate and self-taught personal chef with a zest for flavors from around the world. My culinary journey began in my own kitchen, where I experimented with diverse ingredients and techniques, refining my skills and creating unique gastronomic menus. What sets me apart is my wanderlust, which has led me to explore cuisines across the globe. From the bustling markets of Morocco to the charming bistros of Europe, I've immersed myself in the culinary traditions of various cultures, infusing my creations with a global flair. With each dish I prepare, I aim not only to bring taste buds to life

but to transport my clients on a delightful journey of flavors and cultures. Join me as I bring the world to your plate, one delectable dish at a time.

For me, cooking is...

Cooking is where I show my creativity. A chance to lend flavors, textures, and techniques to craft dishes that feed the soul.

I learned to cook at...

I learned to cook under the influence of my mother and father, as well as the addition of technical cook books and guidance from chefs worldwide.

A cooking secret...

My secret is the balance of intuition and precision; a sprinkle of creativity that transforms ordinary ingredients into extraordinary dishes.

My menus

When In Rome

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Cacio e Pepe Arancini w/ Whipped Lemon Ricotta

Steak Tartar: Topped with egg yolk and gribiche

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Roman-Style Pizza: Thick crust pizza topped with walnuts, burata, spicy tomato jam, and dark chocolate

MAIN COURSE

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Bucatini alll’Amatriacana w/ Crispy Guanciale

Lobster Ravioli w/ Sage Brown Butter Pan Sauce

DESSERT

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Classic Tiramisu

Boozy Lemon Sorbet w/ Fresh Basil

Korean-Inspired Grill

STARTER

All inclusive

Soy Garlic Fried Chicken on Crispy Rice

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Bulgogi Beef Lettuce Wraps, Served w/ Grilled Vegetables, Sweet Potato Glass Noodles, and a Charred Bulgogi Sauce

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Gochujang Spare Ribs w/ Grilled Baby Bok Choy + Cabbage, Served with Gamja-jeon Pancakes

DESSERT

All inclusive

Korean Fresh Cream Cake, Topped with Fresh Fruit

Classic French

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Caramelized Onion & Goat Cheese Galette

Coquilles St-Jacques(Gratineed Scallops)

FIRST COURSE

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French Asparagus Salad w/ Roasted Beets & Goat Cheese

Warm Ahi Tuna Nicoise Salad

MAIN COURSE

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Boeuf Bourguignon w/ Parsnip Puree

Coq au Vin: braised chicken, mushrooms, carrots, in a red win jus

DESSERT

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Chocolate Pots de Creme

Lavender-Infused Creme Brulee

Elevated Cuisine

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Parmigiano-Reggiano Crisps w/ Goat Cheese Mousse

Tiger Shrimp Scampi with Crusty Bread

FIRST COURSE

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Beet Carpaccio w/ Micro Greens, Crumbled Goat Cheese, and Kumquat Vinaigrette

Frisée Salad w/ Warm Browned Butter-Hazelnut Vinaigrette and Pecorino

MAIN COURSE

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Dry-Aged Filet Mignon w/ Truffle Mac & Cheese and Roasted Broccolini

Lobster Ravioli with Saffron Cream Sauce & Buttery Lobster

Seared Diver Scallop in Calabrian Chili Butter with Lemony Risotto

DESSERT

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Lavender-Infused Tiramisu

Dark Chocolate & Caramel Sea Salt Tart

Elevated French Cuisine

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Coquilles St-Jacques(Gratineed Scallops)

Gougère‘s : French Gruyere Cheese Puffs

FIRST COURSE

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Warm Ahi Tuna Nicoise Salad

Endive Salad w/ Seared Duck Breast, Pears and Toasted Walnuts

MAIN COURSE

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Sole Meunière with Roasted Asparagus and Au Gratin Potatoes

Dry Aged Filet Mignon with Green Peppercorn sauce, Fondant Potatoes and Haricot Verts

DESSERT

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Lavender-Infused Creme Brulee

Reine de Saba Cake: Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Butter Cream and Almond Infusion

Welcome to Athens

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Saganaki: Traditional Greek Cheese Flambéed to Order

Mezze Plate: Three Curated Mediterranean Small Dishes. Served with pita

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Shaved Fennel Salad w/ Blood Orange Vinaigrette

Traditional Greek Salad

MAIN COURSE

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Greek Mousaka: a dish with Ground Lamb and Eggplant

Chicken Souvlaki: Warm Pita, Kalamata Olives, and Tzatziki

DESSERT

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Walnut Honey Baklava

Greek Pavlova w/ Apricots, Figs & Rose Water Honey

Italian Comfort Food

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Classic Bruschetta w/ Pomegranate Balsamic

Wild Mushroom Arranchini s w/ whipped truffle ricotta

FIRST COURSE

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Heirloom Caprese Salad w/ Basil Oil

Grilled Caesar Salad

MAIN COURSE

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Chicken Parmesan w/ Rustic Tomato-Garlic Spaghetti

Garlicky Shrimp Scampi & Linguini

DESSERT

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Classic Tiramisu

Lemon Meringue Tart

British Delights

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All inclusive

Mini Sausage Rolls with Stone-Ground Mustard Sauce

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

English Garden Salad

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Fish ‘n’ Chips with Mint Peas and Homemade Tartar Sauce

DESSERT

All inclusive

Raspberry Trifle: Layers of Vanilla Sponge, Raspberry Jam, and Creamy Whip

When In Rome

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Cacio e Pepe Arancini w/ Whipped Lemon Ricotta

Steak Tartar: Topped with egg yolk and gribiche

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Roman-Style Pizza: Thick crust pizza topped with walnuts, burata, spicy tomato jam, and dark chocolate

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Bucatini alll’Amatriacana w/ Crispy Guanciale

Lobster Ravioli w/ Sage Brown Butter Pan Sauce

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Classic Tiramisu

Boozy Lemon Sorbet w/ Fresh Basil

Korean-Inspired Grill

STARTER

All inclusive

Soy Garlic Fried Chicken on Crispy Rice

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Bulgogi Beef Lettuce Wraps, Served w/ Grilled Vegetables, Sweet Potato Glass Noodles, and a Charred Bulgogi Sauce

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Gochujang Spare Ribs w/ Grilled Baby Bok Choy + Cabbage, Served with Gamja-jeon Pancakes

DESSERT

All inclusive

Korean Fresh Cream Cake, Topped with Fresh Fruit

Classic French

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Caramelized Onion & Goat Cheese Galette

Coquilles St-Jacques(Gratineed Scallops)

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

French Asparagus Salad w/ Roasted Beets & Goat Cheese

Warm Ahi Tuna Nicoise Salad

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Boeuf Bourguignon w/ Parsnip Puree

Coq au Vin: braised chicken, mushrooms, carrots, in a red win jus

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Chocolate Pots de Creme

Lavender-Infused Creme Brulee

Elevated Cuisine

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Parmigiano-Reggiano Crisps w/ Goat Cheese Mousse

Tiger Shrimp Scampi with Crusty Bread

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Beet Carpaccio w/ Micro Greens, Crumbled Goat Cheese, and Kumquat Vinaigrette

Frisée Salad w/ Warm Browned Butter-Hazelnut Vinaigrette and Pecorino

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Dry-Aged Filet Mignon w/ Truffle Mac & Cheese and Roasted Broccolini

Lobster Ravioli with Saffron Cream Sauce & Buttery Lobster

Seared Diver Scallop in Calabrian Chili Butter with Lemony Risotto

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Lavender-Infused Tiramisu

Dark Chocolate & Caramel Sea Salt Tart

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Chef Abbigail's reviews

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83 services

Abbigail was amazing. She was great to conversation with, made her self right at home in the kitchen, made incredible food, and was an absolute joy to work with. I would absolutely recommend her!!

This was my first experience with a private chef. I decided to go this route with my family visiting for Thanksgiving in order to focus on spending time with them, as well as making sure the food was excellent. Abbigail did not disappoint. Her menu was classic with some nice twists for my plain-eating family. She was responsive to emails, arrived on time, and was very pleasant to have in the kitchen. She set up a beautiful spread and flow then quietly cleaned up what she could while we ate. Her food was fantastic. Definitely go ahead with booking Abbigail for your needs and you won't be disappointed!

Abbigail was a wonderful chef, and provided a memorable experience for me and my friend. She was very accommodating, patient and open about her recipes, which were delicious! I would definitely recommend her for any future event!

Abbigail was fantastic! She was the perfect chef for my daughters birthday celebration. She was engaging and she worked with my daughter to get the menu down perfect. Our entire family loved every dish!

Chef Abagail was amazing! Presented an amazing course for my boyfriend's 28th birthday. It was such an amazing experience, and we enjoyed all the food presented and hearing the creation behind each dish.

Abbigail was fantastic! Professional, flexible and excellent quality.

Abbigail cooked our Thanksgiving meal for 10 and it turned out very well. Given that our kitchen and dining room are in the same area, Abbigail did a lot of the cleanup while preparing the meal so that there wasn't a lot of noise while we ate. She was very professional and the food was delicious. I would highly recommend her!

Abbigail was amazing-the good she prepared was beyond what was expected. She was so friendly and was great with conversation.

Chef Abbigail prepared an incredible meal for our small group. The French cuisine was comforting and rich.

Chef Abbigail was excellent from A to Z. Very personable, professional, and worked her way through the kitchen seamlessly. She made our experience effortless and the food was absolutely amazing on all courses. We highly recommend her! We are so thankful we found her as we will for sure hire her again.

Chef Abbigail was amazing! Her food was so delicious and she made our evening amazing!

Abigail was great! Food was great and she is engaging throughout. All points were good from the food to the presentation of food. Conversation was also good and my wife and I were extremely pleased.

Abbigail was incredible from the very beginning where she submitted her proposal to working through changes with us (and we had quite a few to land the exact dishes we wanted!) to cooking the actual meal. She was incredibly professional and the meal was out of this world delicious. All six of us were blow away by the range of tastes. I could not recommend her more!

Overall very good experience.

Abigail was great! Worked with us to tailor menu and was accommodating for a few changes we threw in the mix. Would definitely recommend and use again.

I honestly wasn’t quite sure what to expect with a private chef but Abbigail was amazing. The food was on time and absolutely delicious. She also cleaned up very thoroughly and was professional and pleasant to be around. I would absolutely recommend her and the experience I had with take a chef.

Abbigail prepared a great meal for friends at my house. She was friendly, she showed up on time and had everything prepared and served at a good cadence. Her food was delicious and she created a well rounded menu.

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Abbigail was incredible!!! She was punctual, professional, sweet, and her food was amazing!!!! I only have amazing comments!!!

Our chef, Abigail, was an incredible addition to our Valentines Day dinner. Her attention to detail for the meal is unmatched, and each dish contained different elements. We asked her to create the menu and surprise us while providing her with our food restrictions. She hit on every dish while keeping the dishes gluten-free for my partner. She was able to weave a delicious meal even with restrictions, and we truly enjoyed every moment.

Abbigail was amazing. She was great to conversation with, made her self right at home in the kitchen, made incredible food, and was an absolute joy to work with. I would absolutely recommend her!!