Chef Ritchie Boucher

Richie was great! Very accommodating of some of our choices given dietary requirements. The food orally tasty, everything well seasoned. He was on time, organised and did a great clean up job! Was happy to answer our questions and have a chat.

Ritchie was great, good communication , a good service team, delicious food and a great kitchen clean up. He made my birthday celebration very enjoyable, very special and very easy from my end. Thank you!

Chef Ritchie was phenomenal from the very beginning. His communication was prompt and thoughtful, clearly explaining the menu options while remaining flexible and accommodating throughout the process. The food was truly Michelin-star quality - especially the rosewater crème brûlée, which was unforgettable. Beyond the incredible cooking, Chef Ritchie was friendly, professional, and engaging, making the whole experience feel effortless and special. He also organised a fantastic drink wait staff member for the evening, and together they worked seamlessly, including leaving the kitchen spotless afterwards. We had an amazing night where we didn’t have to lift a finger. We couldn’t have been happier with the experience and can’t wait to book another evening with him.

We had an exceptional experience with Ritchie. From the outset, communication was seamless- clear, responsive, and professional, which made planning effortless. On the day, the Ritchie arrived right on time and brought a calm, organised presence to the kitchen. The food itself was exquisite - beautifully presented, full of flavour, and clearly crafted with real care and expertise. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared and elevated the entire experience. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend- truly a standout experience from start to finish.

Ritchie provided great service and everyone loved his food!

Ritchie far exceeded expectations. He was not only an amazing chef but also a great guy. Our guests couldn’t stop commenting on how amazing the food was and the kitchen was left cleaner than when he started! Would 100% recommend and will definitely use Ritchie in the future. Also a shout out to his helper Nicci, who was also fantastic.

Chef Ritchie was fantastic, good comms leading up to the day and flexible with the menu. We had one vegetarian amongst us and he catered for her with some delicious food too. Our starters, entree, mains and dessert were awesome. He managed 9 loud and opinionated women who were all extremely happy with the service and food. Was great not having to worry about a thing and kitchen and dishes were spotless at the end. We hope to use Chef Ritchie again next year, highly recommend! Thanks Chef Ritchie!!!

Chef Ritchie and assistant Fraser were amazing. They provided us with a delightful menu and themed it to our Halloween dinner. Service and food was excellent. Very engaging and accommodating and I will definitely be using their services again. Sepi

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Chef Ritchie made my birthday dinner an absolutely unforgettable experience! His French-inspired menu was exceptional — every dish was bursting with flavour, beautifully presented, and cooked to perfection. From the first bite to the last, you could taste the passion, creativity, and attention to detail in everything he prepared. The private rooftop setting made the evening feel extra special, and Chef Ritchie’s calm, friendly presence set the perfect tone. He made everyone feel comfortable while still delivering a fine-dining experience worthy of a top restaurant. It wasn’t just a meal — it was a whole experience filled with laughter, amazing food, and incredible atmosphere. I can’t recommend Chef Ritchie highly enough. If you ever get the chance to have him cook for you, take it — you’ll be blown away!

Ritchie was incredible. Everything was taken care of with very little effort on my part. He did it all yet I’m the one getting messages from the guests saying how great the food and evening was. It was exactly how I had hoped the night would go and that is all thanks to Ritchie who served the most delicious and generous food, organised all the plates, glasses and cutlery, and left my kitchen far cleaner than it was when he arrived. 100% recommend if you want beautiful food and the chance to just be with your friends rather than worry about playing host. The perfect evening.

A big thank you to Chef Ritchie and Nicci for her service. The dishes and quality of the food was first class. This was the first time I had used such a service and would recommend Take a Chef or a special occasion. Thank you!

Ritchie was perfect for a family gathering with all the dishes well presented and the taste was second to none. Lucky we got him for our trip

Chef Ritchie cooked for a group of us at my home last Saturday. I couldnt reccommend him highly enough. Not only was his food SOO yummy, presented so well and cooked to perfection. He was so friendly and lovely to have in our home. Ritchie would explain each course as he presented it which made our at home experience very fine dining. He left my kitchen spotless. Overall amazing. Thank you for a very fun night

We had the absolute pleasure of having Ritchie as our private chef for my dad’s birthday celebration, and I cannot recommend him highly enough! From start to finish, everything was simply exceptional. Ritchie created a menu that was not only perfectly tailored to our tastes but also full of flavor, creativity, and attention to detail. Every dish was beautifully presented and tasted incredible – you could truly tell the passion and care he puts into his cooking. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the food, and my dad said it was one of the best meals he’s ever had! Beyond the food, Ritchie made the entire experience seamless and stress-free. His professionalism, warm personality, and ability to create a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere made the day so special. He took care of everything, so we could just enjoy celebrating together. If you’re looking for a private chef who will not only impress your taste buds but also make your event unforgettable, Ritchie is the one to book. We’ll definitely be calling him again for future occasions!

Ritchie was the best, the food was amazing both in taste and presentation especially his sauces, he answered all our questions and put on a fantastic meal, he cleaned everything and left the kitchen spotless. would definately recommend him to others.

Amazing night!

Ritchie was fantastic. He helped make my 50th birthday as memorable as it is. Everything Ritchie said he would do and supply was done. His communication was fantastic, he interacted with us all during the evening, which is what i asked of him, so he could enjoy the evening as much as we did, and it showed in the food he supplied and created for us. Thank you from all of us, that attended the evening Ritchie. We would recommend you as the chef to have for any celebration. Thank you!!!

Ritchie was Amazing!! My partner organised the menu with him as a surprise for our 30th wedding anniversary. The food was really tasty, fresh and the Massaman curry probably the best I’ve tasted ???? Everything was professional, the food was just beautiful, Ritchie was engaging and enthusiastic, polite and posed for a photo with us! Ritchie was attentive through our meal, at the same time, cleaned up, did the dishes and had the kitchen looking better than it was at the start! We had a wonderful night, thanks Ritchie!!

Chef Ritchie created an amazing private experience for friends and family visiting from the USA. He was extremely attentive, and the food was spot on. Was a special evening and can highly recommend!

Chef Ritchie was fantastic! He nailed the 'kiwi' theme brief from the start, and it was a bonus that he is also from New Zealand. I loved that we communicated via txt as it made everything so seamless and he was always prompt on any questions I had. Ritchie also had a great Kiwi assistant (Fraser) who served the food, and fitted in with my guests perfectly. Both of them were very discrete at all times and made themselves comfortable in the kitchen without any disturbance. All the dishes & cutlery were washed and dried before they left, as well as the kitchen was spotless! I have no hesitation in recommending Chef Ritchie to hope to utilize his services again in the future.