Chef Christo obtained his Diploma in Food Preparation and Culinary Arts at Capsicum Culinary Studio in Pretoria, one of the greatest culinary schools the country has to offer. During his studies, he had the opportunity to showcase his skills on national television with South African celebrity chef, Reuben Riffel. Mentored by chef Genghis San, he found a love for Asian cuisine in the prestigious Protea Hotel: Fire & Ice. He secured an internship at one of the capital's top 10 restaurants, Fermier, where he perfected African-French fusion cuisine and practiced farm to fork concept innovation. In the private chef industry he has been using his knowledge, passion and creativity to produce delectable menus that portray the essence of South African culture and cuisine with flair! An entertainer at heart and a wizard in the kitchen, chef Christo will certainly leave you and your guests satisfied... and yet wanting more.

For me, cooking is...

As an artist, food is my favourite form of expression, because it is the only medium that truely engages all the senses.

I learned to cook at...

Capsicum Culinary Studio, chef Genghis San, chef Adriaan Maree (Fermier), constant self study, but most of all my grandmother taught me to cook.

A cooking secret...

Taste, taste, taste. Perfect seasoning is the cornerstone of good food.

My menus

Mexican 4 Course Degustation Menu

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Chilli cheese empanadas

Mini angelfish tacos with roasted red pepper puree

Chicken enchilada sliders

FIRST COURSE

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Phyllo cups with kingklip ceviche

Cheesy beef quesadillas

Picco de gallo nachos with chick peas and mozerella

MAIN COURSE

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Chilli con carne with creamy polenta and sour cream

Cilantro lime chicken thighs with roasted peppers and sweetcorn puree

Baked hake fillet with chickpeas, olive tapanade and pinapple slaw

DESSERT

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Malva Pudding with Coffee Ice Cream, White Rum Infused Rasberries, Salted Caramel and Brandy Snaps

Churro raviolinis with salted butterscotch and chantilly cream

Caramelized banana tiramisu with peanut caramel and dark chocolate ice cream

French 4 Course Degustation Menu

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Cheese stuffed potato aranchini's

Pulled Pork Canapés with Vanilla and Pomegranate Chaud-froid

Crumbed prawntails with fennel pesto

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Fresh pasta with squid and garlic-parsley cream sauce

Spinache and danish feta phyllo pastry parcels

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Pork Belly with Vanilla Parsnip Puree, Glazed Baby Carrots, Roasted Fennel and Sticky Sweet Potato

Beef fillet, Black Pepper Cream Sauce, Balsamic Onion, Duchess Potatoes

Seared Salmon with Asparagus, Cauliflower Pureé, Roasted Fennel Bulb and Crispy Chickpeas

Chicken fillet ravioli with napolitana sauce and basil

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Coffee Panna Cotta with Dark Chocolate Twigs, Rosewater Spheres, Almond Praline and Frosted Fennel

Pavlova with Fresh Berries, Chantilly Cream, Pistachio nuts, Jackfruit Rum Syrup and Strawberry leather

Chocolate fondant cake with salted caramel, black cherry jelly and coffee ice cream

Mediterranean 4 Course Degustation menu

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Pulled Pork Canapés with Vanilla and Pomegranate Chaud-froid

Caprese Bruschetta with Honey Balsamic Reduction

Pulled lamb with chimichuri sauce and pickled red pepper

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Grilled Chicken & Couscous Greek Salad

M'hajeb (Algerian spiced vegetables in phyllo) with Plum Chutney

Giant Meze Platter including: Naan Bread, Stuffed Peppadews, Romanita Tomatoes, Beef Pastrami, Lamb Koftas, Baba Ganoush and Tzatziki

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Beef fillet, Black Pepper Cream Sauce, Balsamic Onion, Duchess Potatoes and Tenderstem Broccoli

Lamb Cutlets with Baby Potatoes, Roasted Vegetables and Black Garlic Sauce

Pan seared trout with asparagus spears, spiced couscous and cauliflower pureé

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Coffee Panna Cotta with Dark Chocolate Twigs, Rosewater Spheres, Almond Praline and Frosted Fennel

White Chocolate and Cranberry Bread Pudding, Strawberry Semifreddo, Pistachios and Ginger Tuile

Pavlova with Fresh Berries, Chantilly Cream, Pecan Nuts and Strawberry Leather

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Chef Christo's reviews

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9 services

We had a wonderful day and a phenomenal meal,carefully and beautifully put together by Christo. Every detail was taken care of. The food was delicious! Presentation beautiful and he has a really pleasant personality that just blends into the mood of the crowd. Thank you Christo for making my day so amazing!

Great experience to be repeated again for sure.

Christo is a great chef, friend, polite, and professional

Chef Christo displayed professionalism of the highest quality in his interaction with us and his service on the day. The meals were prepared meticulously and were all absolutely delicious! He took the time to indulge my daughter's questions and her enthusiasm when he was preparing the fresh pasta. She was completely in awe! Each and every course was a pleasant experience, our favourite being the main meal! I would highly recommend Chef Christo for this experience, that is surely one of the most memorable birthday gifts I ever received. Thank you Chef!

We tried the "private chef" for the fist time last night and the food and the Chef (Christo) was great. Freshly cooked very tasty and well presented. Exceeded Expectations! Overall a great experience - will certainly do it again soon.

Fantastic experience and the food was awesome. Christo was very attentive and professional. An absolute “must do” for those who are looking for a different experience!!!