Chef Terry Stewart

Private Chef in Brighton and Hove

With more than 25 years of experience in some of London’s most prestigious kitchens, I am a classically trained chef offering refined, bespoke private catering for discerning clients who value exceptional food and seamless service.

My passion for cooking was sparked in childhood, inspired by my mother’s comforting home-cooked meals. That early love for food evolved into a lifelong career, where I trained alongside Michelin-starred chefs and held senior positions in some of the capital’s most respected restaurants.

Over the years, I’ve developed a reputation for combining culinary precision with a warm, personal touch—qualities that have allowed me to serve a wide range of clients, from intimate family gatherings to elegant private events. My time as Head Chef at a celebrated London restaurant also deepened my love for Moroccan and North African cuisine, which now adds a rich, flavourful dimension to my repertoire.

Today, I specialise in crafting tailored dining experiences that reflect your unique tastes, preferences, and dietary needs. Whether you're hosting a quiet dinner or a sophisticated celebration, I work closely with you to design a menu and atmosphere that feels both luxurious and deeply personal.

Discreet, detail-driven, and passionate about my craft, I see every event as an opportunity to create something truly memorable—where the food doesn’t just complement the occasion, but elevates it.

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is an art form and my passion. It’s a way to express creativity, emotion, and heritage all on a plate.

I learned to cook at...

I started professional cookery at a small 4 star hotel in a picturesque setting in Surrey whilst also attending catering school.

A cooking secret...

I use the best ingredients and treat every component with love and attention to detail.

My menus

Local - Basic

STARTER

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Cream Of Butternut Squash Soup With Toasted Sunflower Seeds (vegetarian)

Chicken Liver Parfait with Apple Salad and Toast

Smoked Salmon Terrine, Cucumber Salad, Horseradish Cream And Tomato Bread

Wild Mushroom Bruschetta With Truffle Oil (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Roast Topside of Beef, Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Beef Jus and Yorkshire Pudding

Sussex Cheese & Parsnip Roulade with Sage & Onion Stuffing (vegetarian)

Pan Roasted Salmon, New Potatoes, Green Beans with Parsley and Caper Butter

Roasted Turkey with Sage & Onion Stuffing, Pigs in Blankets, Seasonal Vegetables and Roast Potatoes

DESSERT

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Sticky Toffee Pudding with Toffee Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream

Classic lemon tart raspberry sorbet

Section of Sussex cheeses, quince jelly, grapes and water biscuits

Eton Mess

Surprise/fusion - exclusive

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Beef Carpaccio With Rocket, Toasted Pine Nuts And Gorgonzola

Truffle Arancini with Parmesan Shaving (vegetarian)

Poached Salmon with dill Mayonnaise Croustades

Aubergine, Tomato and Goat’s Cheese Croute (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

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Lobster Cocktail with Champagne Jelly

Burrata with Heirloom Tomatoes, Basil Oil and Balsamic Pearls (vegetarian)

Confit Salmon with Pickled Cucumber, Caviar and Dill Mustard Dressing

Handmade Chive Gnocchi with Fresh Cherry Tomato Sauce (vegetarian)

MAIN COURSE

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Loin of Venison with Celeriac Purée, Baby Vegetables and Dark Chocolate Jus

Monkfish wrapped in Parma Ham with Wild Mushrooms and Red Wine Jus

Luxurious Butternut Squash, Mushroom and Beetroot Vegetable Wellington (vegetarian)

Fillet of Beef with Rosti Potato, Spinach Purée and Burgundy Reduction

DESSERT

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Dark Chocolate Mousse, Honeycomb and caramelise Apricots

Vanilla panna cotta with macerated berries

Torta Barozzi

Petit fours Selection

Local - Indulge

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Confit Duck Rillette With Walnut And Orange Salad

Caramelised Goat’s Cheese with Pickled Courgettes and Beetroot Purée (vegetarian)

Crab Cakes With Pickled Vegetables

Tomato Bruschetta with Onion, Garlic & Basil (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

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Pan Fried Scallops with Cauliflower Puree and Curry Oil

Risotto Primavera (vegetarian)

Hot smoked salmon with roasted beetroot and horseradish créme fraiche

Deep Fried Halloumi with Textures of Beetroot, Apple and Raisin Chutney (vegetarian)

MAIN COURSE

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Best End of Lamb with Confit Shoulder, Seasonal Vegetables and Dauphinoise Potatoes

Luxurious Butternut Squash, Mushroom and Beetroot Vegetable Wellington (vegetarian)

Fillet of Beef Tagliata, Rocket and Parmesan Salad with Rosemary Roasted Potatoes

Herb Roasted Breast of Chicken, Crushed Potatoes with Chorizo, Aubergine and Peppers

DESSERT

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Lemon Posset With Shortbread Biscuit

Warm Chocolate Brownie with Vanilla Ice Cream and Salted Caramel

Poached Pear in White Wine and Cardamom

Selection of Sussex Cheeses, Quince Jelly, Grapes and Water Biscuits

North African Niceness

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Homemade Persian flatbread with Black Olive Tapenade

FIRST COURSE

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Harira Soup with Lamb, Lentil, Chickpeas and Vermicelli

Bulgar Salad with Red Pepper, Cucumber and Feta Cheese Salad

Mezze Sharing Platter Minimum Of 6 People

Goats Cheese and Spinach Parcels with Date and Pistachio Salad

Egg Filled Tunisian Fried Pastries

MAIN COURSE

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Slow Cooked Lamb, Prune and Almond Tagine

Dukka Marinated Chicken, Spiced Potato Cake with Aubergine and Tomato

Sesame Coated Tuna with Spinach Butter Nut Squash and Aromatic Cous Cous

Xed Vegetable Tagine Served with Cous Cous Or Rice

Fish Tagine with Chermoula

DESSERT

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Rice Pudding with Flaked Almonds and Rose Petals

Poached Pears in Cardamom, Saffron and White Wine

Eton Mess with Rosewater, Basil and Chopped Pistachio

Baklava

Pistachio Cake with Honey Crème Fraiche

Eclectic Collection

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Hot Smoked Salmon, Beetroot Salad And Horseradish Crème Fraiche

Thai Vegetable Spring Rolls With Sweet Chili Sauce

Caramelised Goats’ Cheese And Pickled Courgette Salad

Confit Duck Salad, Watercress, Orange And Toasted Walnuts

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Roasted Duck Breast, Cold Press Rapseed Pomme Puree, Charred Cauliflower, Spinach And Jus

Pan Roasted Sea Bream, Spring Onion Potato Cake, Green Beans And Sauce Vierge

Moroccan Lamb Stew With Vegetable Cous Cous

Roasted Breast Of Chicken Wrapped In Parma Ham, Garlic And Rosemary Potatoes With Seasonal Vegetables

Thai Green Chicken Curry Plain Boiled Thai Fragrant Rice

Pearl Barley Risotto With Marinated Feta

Vegetable Wellington With Spinach And Mushroom Sauce

Sweet Potato Vegetable Lasagna

DESSERT

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Warm Chocolate Brownie with Cream

Caramelise Brioche Pudding with honey crème fraiche

Chocolate Fondant With Vanilla Ice Cream

Classic Lemon Tart

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Lemon Posset With Shortbread Biscuit

Poached Pear In Wine And Cardamom

Surprise/Fusion - Basic

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Chicken Satay, Spiced Peanut Sauce

Rainbow Vegetable Spring Roll With Sweet Chilli Sauce (vegetarian)

Moroccan Lamb Skewers with Tzatziki

Wild Mushroom Bruschetta (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Chickpea Crumbed Vegetable Katsu Curry With Sushi Rice (vegetarian)

Char Sui Pork - Marinated Pork Belly

Caribbean Style Sweet Potato, Red Peppers and Black Bean Curry (vegetarian)

Sesame Coated Tuna with Spinach Butter Nut Squash and Aromatic Cous Cous

DESSERT

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Churros with chocolate dipping sauce

Plantain Banoffee Tart

Spiced Fruit Salad

Sticky Toffee Pudding With Vegan Ice Cream

Surprise/fusion - indulge

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Pork Gyoza Soy Dip

Goats Cheese and Red Onion Marmalade Crostini (vegetarian)

Smoked Salmon on a Herb Pancake

Tomato Bruschetta with Onion, Garlic & Basil (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

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Harira Soup with Lamb, Lentil, Chickpeas and Vermicelli

Deep Fried Halloumi with Textures of Beetroot, Apple and Raisin Chutney (vegetarian)

Seared Scallops with Caramelised Sweet Plantain Purée and Lime Beurre Blanc

Vegetable Soup with Crusty Bread (vegetarian)

MAIN COURSE

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Thai Red Curry with Tofu (vegetarian)

Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Prunes, Almonds and Cous Cous

Veal Milanese with Tomato and Basil Spaghetti

DESSERT

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Poached Pears in Cardamom, Saffron and White Wine

Dark Chocolate Delice with Salted Caramel, Praline Crumble and Vanilla Ice Cream

Clementine orange, thyme and mint mousse

Classic Rum Baba with Caramelised Pineapple and Chantilly Cream

Italian Cuisine

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Appetiser - Baby Mozzarella, Smoked Bacon and roasted pepper Skewer

FIRST COURSE

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Duck Confit Tortellini with Butternut Squash Velouté

Handmade Chive Gnocchi, Spinach with Fresh Cherry Tomato Sauce

Beef Carpaccio With Rocket, Toasted Pine Nuts And Gorgonzola

MAIN COURSE

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Wild Mushroom Risotto with Parmesan, Pesto & Truffle Oil

Grilled Monkfish With Confit Duck Roasted Peppers & Red Wine Sauce

Herb Crusted Rack Of Lamb With Courgettes, Fava Beans, Pancetta & Mint

DESSERT

All inclusive

Vanilla panna cotta with macerated berries

Tiramisu

Torta Barozzi

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Chef Terry's reviews

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7 services

Booked Chef Terry for a Valentine's (2021) treat, he came to us and prepared the most amazing meal, we have eaten at some great restaurants in the UK and France but the flavours Terry brought to our table were truly amazing he is a culinary artist. My wife is a fussy vegetarian with a couple of minor intolerances he listened to us and produced a lovely menu which was everything we wanted, with spectacular smells from the kitchen our taste buds waited in anticipation and then in heaven when the good arrived. He explained each dish as he served us, he was really polite and accommodating. A big thank you absolutely prefect. Paul and Claire