Private Chef
Restaurant-quality meals prepared in your villa kitchen by a professional chef — tailored entirely to your preferences.
Dining in, elevated.
Skip the restaurant and bring the experience home. Our private chef service pairs you with a skilled culinary professional who sources fresh, quality ingredients and prepares your chosen menu at the villa. Whether it is a leisurely breakfast by the pool, a celebratory dinner for the family, or a traditional Zimbabwean braai, every meal is designed around you. One point of contact, zero logistics on your side.
What's on the menu
Choose from four service categories — or mix and match across your stay.
Breakfast & Brunch
A relaxed morning service to start your day right.
- Full cooked breakfast — eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, grilled tomato
- Continental spread with pastries, cold cuts and fruit
- Pancake or waffle station with fresh toppings
- Freshly squeezed juices and brewed coffee
Braai & Outdoor Dining
A traditional Southern African experience by the pool or patio.
- Grilled meats — beef, lamb chops, boerewors, chicken
- Fresh fish and prawn options on request
- Side salads, pap, and roasted vegetables
- Full setup and clean-up included
Dinner & Fine Dining
A three-course dinner experience served at your villa table.
- Starter, main course and dessert of your choice
- Zimbabwean, continental European or fusion menus
- Wine pairing suggestions on request
- Professionally plated and served
Special Occasions
Bespoke dining experiences for celebrations and events.
- Birthday and anniversary dinner setups
- Custom menus built around your occasion
- Celebration cakes and dessert platters on request
- Décor coordination available through the host team
How it works
Three simple steps from booking to your first bite.
Choose your service
Select your preferred meal type — breakfast, braai, dinner, or a special occasion setup — and your preferred date and time when you book your stay.
Share your preferences
Tell us about any dietary requirements, favourite ingredients, or specific dishes you'd love. The chef designs the menu around you.
Relax and enjoy
The chef arrives, prepares everything using the villa kitchen, serves your meal, and leaves the kitchen clean. You just show up hungry.
Pricing
Chef fees listed below. Fresh ingredients are sourced and billed separately at market cost — you receive an itemised receipt.
Breakfast / Brunch
Per service, up to 4 guests. Additional guests charged at $10 each.
Braai
Per service, up to 6 guests. Includes setup and cleanup.
Dinner (3-course)
Per service, up to 6 guests. Fine dining plating included.
Full Day
Breakfast and dinner service in a single day booking.
Special Occasion
Custom menus for celebrations. Quote provided on request.
Good to know
Advance booking required
At least 24 hours notice needed for all bookings. Special occasions require 48 hours.
All dietary needs accommodated
Vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free and allergy-aware menus are all available.
Chef brings all equipment
The villa kitchen is used. The chef arrives fully equipped and self-sufficient.
Ingredient costs billed separately
Ingredients are sourced fresh and charged at market cost with a full itemised receipt.
Up to 6 guests standard
Larger groups can be accommodated — contact the host team for group pricing.
Gratuity at guest discretion
A tip is warmly appreciated but never added automatically to your bill.
Frequently asked questions
Can I request a specific cuisine or dish?
Absolutely. Our chefs are trained across a wide range of cuisines — Zimbabwean, Southern African, continental European, Asian-inspired and more. Share your preferences at the time of booking and the chef will build the menu around them.
Are grocery costs included in the chef fee?
No — the listed price covers the chef's professional fee only. Ingredients are sourced fresh on the day of service and billed to you at market cost. You will receive a full itemised receipt for complete transparency.
How far in advance do I need to book?
We require at least 24 hours' notice for all chef bookings so we can confirm availability and source the right ingredients. For special occasions such as birthday dinners or anniversary setups, 48 hours is preferred.
Can the chef cater for allergies?
Yes. Please declare all allergies clearly at the time of booking. Our chefs take dietary restrictions and allergen requirements very seriously and will confirm every dish is safe before service.
Does the chef clean up after the meal?
Yes. The kitchen will be left clean and tidy after every service. This is a standard part of every booking — no extra charge.
Ready to book your chef?
Add the private chef service when you reserve your stay — or contact the host team directly to arrange it for an existing booking.
No hidden fees · Ingredients billed at market cost with receipt