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Anita-Clare has been passionate about food since she could balance on a stool and watch her mother create dishes from around the world. Formally a Magazine Publisher, Anita-Clare decided to make cooking her career nearly 10 years ago as she recovered from a bad accident. A-C launched her tiny Bistro in the back of her re modelled Citroen HY Van in 2014 and after a hugely successful run A-C and her family relocated 5 years ago to Devon opening the Multi-Award Winning La Petite Bouchée a 24 cover brasserie in North Devon. With its roots firmly in French cuisine and specialising in fish and seafood A-C cooks both à la carte restaurant and bistro classics. A-C has built a reputation here in Devon and is regularly asked to cook at events and privately for customers. All the ingredients sourced are either local ( 5-10km radius) or homegrown and Everything is cooked from Scratch. You might have seen her on Channel 4's Hidden Restaurants with Michel Roux Jnr showing Freddie Bird around La Petite Bouchée and cooking for him. Anita-Clare sits on several food judging panels including Taste Of The West. Anita-Clare is professional, personable, engaging and energetic. Her cooking style ranges from rustic to carefully curated high-end tasting menus, she loves making flavours sing. She is motivated by seeing customers enjoying their food and inspired by the incredibly bountiful larder Devon has to offer. She has a fabulous network of suppliers and highly experienced team should the need arise. She looks forward to working with you.
Thank you for a delicious supper on Saturday - it was so lovely to have it all taken care of and I thought your canapés & the monk fish were superb. I’m usually a bit sceptical/disappointed with canapés too but these were delicious. Thank you for helping create a wonderful evening
Mikael has created an Exclusive selection of bespoke menus to suit the most discerning palates. Mikael born in Brittany from a traditional French family cooking background, inheriting his passion for food from his grand-mother a Head Chef for over 40 years & his grand-father the local baker. Mikael has over 25 years experience in the catering industry world-wide. Classically trained in Some of France best restaurants (Michelin start Le Goyen, Le Fouquet's Paris, Relais Bernard L'Oiseau) Mikael's Career span from Head Chef for Michelin star establishment to Director of Food and Beverage for some of Britain best Restaurants. Established in Devon since 2005 Mikael has a gained an uncompromising reputation for the finest French Cuisine in the South West. During his career he has cooked for celebrities including, Sir Roger Moore, Phil Colins, Luciano Pavarotti, Sophie Marceau, David Arnold, Stephen Hawking, as well as various Head of States, Margaret Thatcher, Bill Clinton, Jacques Chirac.
Mikael was superb in every respect
A multi award-winning chef like no other, and recently named Cookbook Author of the Year 2023, Mark specialises in fun food, that is relaxed and super tasty. He has a much hyped and extremely well received cookbook out that is totally different to anything else on the shelves and is a real head turner, due to its fun, messy take on food. Normally going under his alter ego - Dirty Food Guy - he focuses on fun dining, not fine dining and is ideal for all occasions. Mark also has an excellent rep and gains lots of bookings for his take on Thai food, which offers the classics but also some lesser known dishes which always go down a treat.
Mark’s food was amazing the flavour was sensational. He made us a Thai meal and was entertaining, speaking to us as he cooked. We would recommend him and will be using him again should we be back again in the area.
An experienced chef with a passion for fresh, seasonal and local food. Natalie loves showcasing ingredients and getting the most out of their colours, textures and flavours. Natalie has worked in some amazing places, from ski resorts in Austria, country hotels, rosette restaurants to large events in some of Londons most stunning venues. She has experience in large events as well as private, intimate dinners. All of Natalie's menus can be adapted to suit any style, budget, occasion or dietary requirements
Natalie’s food was amazing and she had a very nice style.
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The service of a private chef makes it possible to organize a meal in the comfort of your own home, without any organizational constraints. It lets you fully enjoy the company of your guests, whether the meal takes place with family, friends or business relations. A chef at home takes care of everything: purchasing the ingredients, preparing the meal in your kitchen, the plated service and then tidying up the kitchen before leaving. Entertaining at home has never been so simple, pleasant and delicious.
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How does the private Chef service work?
The Chef will come to your home with the ingredients, cook, serve and even do the washing up!
How much does a private Chef cost?
On La Belle Assiette, prices for a private chef experience start at £49 per person and include all of the ingredients and Chef’s travel costs.
What if I have guests with special dietary requirements?
Our Chefs can cater for all different types of dietary requirements at no extra cost such as vegetarians, vegans, gluten free and various allergies.
Can the sample menus on offer be modified?
Yes. La Belle Assiette offers the ability to customise menus based on your preferences and dietary requirements.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payment is made online, via our secure payment system. Full refunds are allowed up to 1 week before the event date. Modifications and partial refunds can be done up to 48 hours prior to the event.
In what areas can you get a private Chef?
La Belle Assiette is the UK’s largest private Chef service, and we currently cover the whole of the UK.
Who are your Chefs?
La Belle Assiette only works with professional private Chefs with extensive background and experience in high-end restaurants and catering companies.
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1 Select a location, date and time for your event
2 Browse available menus
3 Confirm your booking and pay securely online
4 The chef contacts you to confirm the details
5 On the day, your chef arrives with all the ingredients
6 The chef cooks in your kitchen and serves each dish
7 Before leaving, the chef does all the washing up