Private Chef Ashley Marsh

I'm Ashley, the chef behind A J Marsh Private Dining. I specialise in relaxed fine dining and sharing feasts for celebrations, family gatherings, hen parties and corporate events across Wiltshire and the surrounding counties.

My aim is simple: restaurant-quality food without leaving your home. From the first enquiry through to the final plate, I take care of everything so you can enjoy your guests.

I work with seasonal ingredients, create bespoke menus around your preferences and dietary requirements, and pride myself on friendly, professional service. Whether it's an intimate dinner for two or a celebration for twenty, every menu is designed to feel personal and memorable.

For me, cooking is...

Creating memorable experiences where restaurant-quality food is served in the comfort of your own home.

I learned to cook at...

I trained in professional kitchens, developing classic techniques before launching my own private dining business, serving guests across the South.

A cooking secret...

Balancing refined cooking with warm, personal hospitality

My menus

The French Bistro Experience

STARTER

All inclusive

French onion soup with Gruyère crouton

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Twice-baked Gruyère & chive soufflé with dressed watercress

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Chicken Supreme with fondant potato, buttered seasonal greens, roasted shallots and tarragon velouté Vegetarian alternative: Wild mushroom & leek pithivier with tarragon cream sauce

DESSERT

All inclusive

Vanilla crème brûlée with shortbread biscuits and fresh berries

The Modern British Table

STARTER

All inclusive

Whipped goat's cheese with roasted heritage beetroot, candied walnuts, pickled shallots, honey and thyme dressing

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Wild mushroom ravioli with brown butter, crispy sage, toasted hazelnuts and aged Parmesan

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Slow-braised beef featherblade with truffle mashed potato, glazed Chantenay carrots, seasonal greens and rich red wine jus. Vegetarian alternative: Roasted butternut squash, spinach & sage Wellington with truffle mash and red wine shallot sauce

DESSERT

All inclusive

Sticky toffee pudding with warm salted caramel sauce and vanilla bean mascarpone

Italian Summer Feast ⭐

STARTER

All inclusive

Burrata with heritage tomatoes, basil oil & aged balsamic

Warm rosemary focaccia

Crispy truffle & parmesan arancini

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Handmade pappardelle with slow-braised beef ragù & aged Parmesan