Private Chef Paul Laidlaw

I have spent 40 years in the catering and hospitality industry, working across every level from waiter and bar service to kitchen operations and business ownership. This hands-on experience has given me a deep understanding of service, food, and customer care. As an owner and operator, I’ve built strong teams, delivered quality dining experiences, and maintained high standards across front and back of house.

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is a way to share culture, passion, and experience—bringing people together through food crafted with care, skill, and heart.

I learned to cook at...

I learned to truly understand food while working at an Italian restaurant on King’s Road called Chelsea Kitchen. That experience opened my eyes to the

A cooking secret...

My secret in the kitchen is experience, intuition, and respect for ingredients—knowing when to keep things simple and when to let flavors speak for th