Let the chef come to you
Book a Private Chef
There are plenty of fantastic places to dine in Dorset,
but if you’d like an extra special meal, why not have the chef come to you?
The Best in the South West
We have a range of talented chefs that we recommend to cook for you and your guests during your stay.
Should you wish to book a private chef for the evening, please contact the chef directly to enquire about dates and pricing. They will liaise with you on a bespoke menu for you and your guests, giving you a foodie experience to remember during your stay in Dorset.
Mark Hix MBE
Mark Hix is frequently lauded as one of Britain’s most eminent chefs and restaurateurs with an unrivalled knowledge of ingredients with provenance.
Known for being Chef Director of Caprice Holdings in 90s and 00s’, he went on to open the hugely popular HIX Restaurants in London and Dorset in 2008.
He is an award-winning author and food writer for Telegraph Magazine, with 12 cookbooks to his name. He has a wealth of knowledge of fishing and foraging, a passion for British art and an MBE for his services to hospitality.
Barbet Catering - Aimee and Jeremy Bird
Located in Axminster, Jeremy and Aimee have a wealth of experience between them – having worked at River Cottage, Mark Hix’s Oyster & Fish House in Lyme Regis and The Seaside Boarding House in Burton Bradstock as Sous Chef and Head Chefs.
Jeremy and Aimee champion local producers and celebrate the seasons, with the freshest quality ingredients, cooked simply, letting the flavours speak for themselves.
Sally's Fish Camp - Sally Allan
If you’re looking for something a little different during your stay, Sally will provide the ultimate crab experience at Champernhayes! Immerse yourself in cracking, twisting, picking, pulling and prepping, having fun with friends and family whilst picking up skills and having a nibble!
Naomi Devlin
Naomi is a foodie, in love with the changing seasons, and endlessly fascinated by the diverse flavours of food from around the world.
Food took on a different meaning for a while when Naomi was diagnosed with coeliac disease. She learnt about the mysterious business of what goes on in the gut, and that what we eat, how we live and our emotional state all have a profound influence on our health.
Naomi has run courses at River Cottage and consults for many major food producers. She has published two cookbooks, has her own a ‘Bread and Milk’ podcast, and hosts regular cookery classes both online and in person
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