Chef Connor Marley

Chef At Home in Newcastle upon Tyne

I’m a private chef with a deep passion for seasonal, ingredient-driven cuisine, dedicated to transforming everyday dining into truly memorable experiences. From intimate bespoke events to thoughtfully tailored meal-prep services, I create menus that strike a careful balance between creativity, technique, and precision.

My approach centers on highlighting the natural quality of each ingredient while crafting dishes that feel refined yet approachable. With a strong focus on exceptional flavor, seamless execution, and attentive service, I ensure that every detail is thoughtfully considered. Above all, I pride myself on offering a personalized touch, curating each experience to reflect my clients’ tastes and expectations, and making every occasion feel distinctive, elevated, and unforgettable.

For me, cooking is...

For me cooking is a way to bring people together.

I learned to cook at...

I first started off at a gastro pub on the coast working with fresh seafood and changing menu’s based on the contents of the boats.

A cooking secret...

Food always tastes better when it’s prepared and delivered with care and passion.

My menus

Nice and light

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Charred Peach & Prosciutto Salad Rocket, toasted almonds, honey‑mustard vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE

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Grilled Chicken Skewers Smoked paprika, charred lime, herb salad

MAIN COURSE

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Grilled Chicken Supreme Sweet potato mash, green beans, thyme jus

DESSERT

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Lemon Posset Shortbread crumb

Italian

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Asparagus & lemon ricotta tartlet

Pea & mint arancini, preserved lemon aioli

Heirloom tomato carpaccio, pickled shallot, pine nuts, basil

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Sea bream, charred leek, fennel, gremolata, white wine beurre blanc

Lemon-thyme chicken supreme, roast baby carrot, pea puree, jus

Wild garlic & mushroom risotto, parmesan crisp

DESSERT

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Strawberry & elderflower panna cotta, macerated strawberries, shortbread crumble

Rhubarb & vanilla bean pavlova

Lemon verbena olive oil cake, honey mascarpone, candied citrus

By the sea

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Citrus‑Cured Salmon Pickled cucumber, dill, lemon dressing

FIRST COURSE

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Smoked Haddock & Leek Chowder Creamy broth, chive oil, warm sourdough

MAIN COURSE

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Herb‑Crusted Cod Crushed new potatoes, tenderstem broccoli, lemon & caper dressing

DESSERT

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Mango & Lime Sorbet Fresh mint, candied lime zest

Char & bloom

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Smoked chicken terrine, pickled grapes, tarragon

FIRST COURSE

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Lamb & herb cigar, tomato-pomegranate dip

MAIN COURSE

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Grilled ribeye steak, tomato & basil salad

DESSERT

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Grilled peach, almond cream & basil

Japanese

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Chicken Yakitori Skewer, spring onion, sesame seeds, pickled daikon

Agedashi Tofu, dashi broth, nori seaweed

Salmon Tataki, ponzu, radish, micro herbs

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Beef Donburi, steamed rice, soy-mirin caramelised onion, onsen egg

Miso glazed nasu, soba noodles, crispy shallots, sesame seeds

Miso cod, ginger rice, pickled cucumber

DESSERT

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Matcha cheesecake, black sesame crumb, yuzu gel, white chocolate miso ganache

Thai

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Tom Yum Gai, hot & sour chicken soup, coriander

FIRST COURSE

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MAIN COURSE

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Pla Tod Nam Pla, fish sauce caramel, sticky rice, slaw

DESSERT

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Coconut Sticky Rice, mango, sesame seeds

Mexican

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Sopa De Tortill, tortilla strips, avocado, crema, queso fresco

Tostada De Frijol Negro (vegetarian)

Aguachile Verde De Lubina, red onion, avocado, coriander (pescatarian)

FIRST COURSE

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MAIN COURSE

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Carne Asads con Chimichurri Verde, esquites

Enchiladas De Calabaza (vegetarian)

Pescado A La Talla, tortillas, shredded cabbage, charred lime (pescatarian)

DESSERT

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Tres Leches Cake, cinnamon cream, fresh berries

Chocolate Chile Tart, candied pumpkin seeds

Flan De Coco, coconut flakes

Impress the in laws

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Crispy polenta with truffle mayo and Parmesan

FIRST COURSE

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Seared scallops, celeriac & truffle puree, wild garlic, crispy leaks

MAIN COURSE

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Fillet steak, pomme Anna, charred shallots, black garlic puree, tenderstem, jus

DESSERT

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Coconut Panna Cotta with Mango, Lime & Toasted Coconut

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Chef Connor's reviews

4.5

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6 services

A creative, flexible service from a clearly veteran chef that my family agreed helped make the evening particularly special. Would thoroughly recommend.