Chef Sunitha Southern

Chef At Home in Bakewell

I am chef Sunitha, your private chef known for creating bespoke culinary experiences that blend artistry, precision, and impeccable taste. With over eight years of experience serving distinguished clients across the UK and internationally, I specialise in transforming dining into a refined, unforgettable event.

My expertise lies in tailored menu development, drawing on a mastery of world cuisines to craft dishes that respect each client’s preferences, cultural traditions, and dietary requirements. Career highlights include presenting at the RHS Food Show, being appointed Designated Chef for The Open Golf Championship 2024, and featuring on BBC – The Hairy Bikers Go North. My work has also been profiled in the Daily Telegraph, Sunday Times, and the Guardian.

From intimate tasting menus to grand banquets for over 1000 guests, my hallmark is discretion, creativity, and flawless execution — delivering nothing less than a world-class dining experience.

For me, cooking is...

cooking is my art- a fusion of flavour, elegance & emotion, crafted to create unforgettable moments for the most discerning plates.

I learned to cook at...

My culinary craft is shaped by ancestral recipes, global journeys, fine dining leadership, & the unique palates of the world’s most discerning clients

A cooking secret...

My secret in the kitchen is restraint — knowing that true elegance lies in simplicity, where every ingredient shines in perfect harmony.

My menus

Italian Menu

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Bruschetta Trio – tomato basil, mushroom & garlic, olive tapenade

FIRST COURSE

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Creamy Tomato & Basil Soup

MAIN COURSE

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Chicken Parmigiana OR Aubergine Parmigiana (veg)

Sides: Spaghetti aglio e olio, green salad

DESSERT

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Tiramisu: A classic Italian dessert with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and cocoa. Panna Cotta: A creamy, cooked cream dessert, often flavored with vanilla or berries. Cannoli: Crispy pastry shells filled with sweetened ricotta che

Special Milestones Menu (Birthday/Anniversary)

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Bruschetta Trio – tomato basil, roasted pepper & feta, olive tapenade

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French Onion Soup with gruyère toasts

MAIN COURSE

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Chicken Cacciatore OR Vegetarian Ratatouille

Sides: Garlic & ginger rice, green salad

DESSERT

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Panna Cotta with Berry Compote & Celebration Cake

Stag Do Menu (Hearty & Bold)

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BBQ Chicken Wings with sticky glaze

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Spicy Tomato & Basil Soup with crusty bread

MAIN COURSE

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Mediterranean Lamb Meatballs in tomato sauce OR Veggie Falafel Burgers

Sides: Roast potatoes, grilled Mediterranean vegetables

DESSERT

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Apple Crumble with vanilla custard

Hen Party Menu (Elegant & Fun)

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Mediterranean Mezze Board – hummus, tzatziki, marinated olives, warm flatbreads

FIRST COURSE

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Mini Caprese Skewers with balsamic glaze

MAIN COURSE

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Italian Chicken Piccata with lemon & capers OR Vegetarian Spinach & Ricotta Cannelloni

Sides: Garlic bread, seasonal salad

DESSERT

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French-style Chocolate Mousse with raspberries

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Chef Sunitha's reviews

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Great experience. From entering requirements on the website it was very quick to receive proposals of which Sunitha had thought about the theme and designed a menu around this. It was Nashville Tennessee inspired. We spoke on the chat before converting over to WhatsApp to confirm requirements alongside a few phone calls. On the day she arrived, she was very friendly, was chatting to the guests & involving them in the cooking experience. The food was incredible! We had canapés in the kitchen as a social experience before moving across to the glass house in the garden which we had set up ready for the three course meal. Not any food incredible but she was very professional attentive and left the kitchen clean and tidy before leaving. Would highly recommend.

Sunitha prepared and served up the most amazing 4 course Italian dinner for my 30th celebration. Sunitha was super professional and friendly and myself and all my guests absolutely loved the food. I couldn’t believe how quickly the food was all prepared and cleaned up! Amazing service and made my birthday celebrations super special. Thank you so much!

We had amazing birthday dinner, food was delicious and chef was very nice, feeling like knowing for a long time ???? It was amazing experience ????????????

Sunitha created one of the best evenings we've had for a long time. From the first time we chatted to find out the menu from the moment she left it the experience was fantastic. The organisation before Sunitha arrived was great, we knew we were in for a good night. Once Sunitha arrived and food started coming the night was amazing. Food elevated to the level Sunitha creates is world class. Every dish was thoughtful, tasteful and exceptional. I can't enthuse enough about Sunitha. It was great.

Sunitha cooked a wonderful meal for my family and I, it was a wonderful occasion made only better by Sunitha herself, her wonderful food, table presentation and table setting too. Thank you thank you thank you!

We booked Sunitha to cook for my wife’s 40th birthday. We have 2 young children and no childcare options, so this was a really good trade off to have a special meal whilst being at home. Sunitha absolutely blew us away with the quality of food and the whole experience was incredible. She sent over the menus in advance and we discussed small changes based on our preference. We communicated via WhatsApp which was super easy. On the day, she arrived with the ingredients and her tools - had a brief tour of the kitchen and then set to work. We sat in the kitchen with her whilst she cooked, she explained each dish in turn and told us all about her background and what inspires her. The food was absolutely amazing - 5 course vegetarian tasting menu, each dish meticulously prepared and presented. We ended up with a few days worth of leftovers too! She dressed the table for us, bought flowers along, and left us with some more recipe ideas for the leftover ingredients. Highly recommend Sunitha, it was such a pleasure to have her cook for us and we will definitely be booking her again.

Sunitha was brilliant from the initial conversation. She was clear and considerate to any modifications that we wanted to make to her menu (which we didn't take her up on!). We organised Sunitha as a surprise for my parents and they said it was a delicious meal, with every course being a real treat. The quality and taste of the food, quite apart from the beautiful presentation, was wonderful.

Sunitha was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. So helpful with every single aspect and made our night so special! Highly recommend for professionalism and quality of food!

Chef Sunitha was charming, engaging and professional. She was very accommodating and did everything to fit in with our party of 6. Chef discussed menu options and had also made recommendations as to wines to pair with the meals and they were lovely too. I would highly recommend Sunitha and would love for her to cook for us again.