Private Chef in Newport
Rent one of our 135 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Newport
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Newport in October 2016, more than 135 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Newport and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in City of Newport.
Starting in 2016, 42,745 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Newport. To book your chef in Newport, just share your event details in our form. Receive proposals from top chefs and chat with them until you find your match.
Up until today, our chefs have shared 6,983 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 8,640 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.76 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 42,745 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Newport usually book menus around 87 GBP per person, including 4.11 courses, sharing an average of 4.36 messages with their chefs. If you've never had a chef at home but want to add an extra spice to your next celebration, just rent a chef in Newport.












How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dream meal, including type of cuisine, preferences, and intolerances.
Receive menu proposals
Our chefs will design menus based solely on your wants and needs.
Get chatty with your chefs
Don't be shy about exchanging some messages with your chefs until your perfect menu is ready!
Book your experience
Once you are happy with your choice, submit your payment to secure your experience.
Enjoy!
All there is left to do is count down the days till your culinary experience begins!
Find your chef
Customize your request and start talking with your chefs.
135 Private Chefs in Newport
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More than 42,700 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.59 Chef
The guests in Newport have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.59.
4.77 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Newport received an average score of 4.77.
4.79 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.79 average score.
4.88 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Newport has been scored with a 4.88 on average.
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6,983 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Newport
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Meze plates - all to share
Sweet potato falafel with tzatziki (v)
Hummus with spiced roasted chickpeas and toasted pittas (v)
Baba ganoush with flat bread (v)
Beetroot tzatziki with pickled beetroot (v)
Ilbir (turkish eggs) served with flat bread (v)
Moroccan spiced lamb meat balls
Roasted butternut squash tortellini with goat cheese and harissa oil (v)
Sumac chicken skewers with ezme dip with yoghurt
Potato and asparagus salad with black garlic and dukkah (v)
Crispy cauliflower bites with chilli muhammara (v)
Mücver (turkish courgette fritters) (v)
Salt & pepper crispy calamari with lemon mayonnaise
Zaatar roasted cauliflower steak with tzatziki and herbed bulgar wheat (v)
Stuffed courgette with spiced roasted chickpeas and roasted tomato sauce (v)
Chicken shawma with tabbouleh and tzatziki
Lentil moussaka with tahini (v)
Beef shish kebab served with mujadara (lentils and rice)
Lamb cutlets with tahini sauce, mint and caramelised feta with pomegranate
Beef braised puy lentil and aubergine stew with creme fraiche
Peppered fillet steak, with roasted garlic puree and caramelised onions and peppers
Lamb neck and apricot tagine with almond couscous
Paprika roasted haddock with peppers and coriander
Green shakshuka with harissa & crispy shallots with pulled lamb shoulder
Karythopita (spiced walnut cake) with honey ice cream
Traditional baklava
Chocolate mascarpone filo with carmel syrup
Chocolate babka with chocolate ice cream
Sahlab (middle eastern milk pudding) with pistachio
Greek yogurt and honey parfait with fresh figs and pistachios
Citrus posset with almond sable
Olive oil baklava ice cream with honeyed filo crunch
Charred padron peppers with olive oil and rock salt
Grilled artichoke hearts with lemon and manchego
Chargrilled asparagus with almond cream and roast garlic
Chargrilled aubergine with pomegranate
Butternut squash hummus with crispy chickpeas & pitta
Patatas bravas
Spanish tortilla
Courgettes, feta and salsa verde
Tenderstem broccoli with chilli and garlic
Goats cheese mousse and roast beetroot on toast
Smoked tomato compote and shaved zamorano on toast
Black olive tapenade on toast
Tuna tartare with citrus and chives on toast
Sauteed truffled mushrooms on toast
Chorizo cooked in red wine
Iberico ham and manchego croquettes
Spiced beef meatballs with paprika sauce
Marinated lamb skewers with romesco sauce
Rioja braised beef cheeks
Twice cooked lemon and herb chicken wings
Seared tuna with grilled lemon & pickled fennel
Mussels in white wine and garlic
Crispy fried calamari with lemon aioli
King prawns sauteed in chilli and garlic
Pan fried sea bass with harissa cous cous and roast red peppers
Lemon tart with fresh raspberries and whipped cream
Ricotta mousse with caramelised white chocolate and poached apple
Chocolate and coffee tart with chantilly cream
Polenta and orange cake with blueberry compote and vanilla mascarpone
Prosciutto wrapped asparagus with duck egg
Caprese salad bruschetta with basil oil
Stracciatella soup – chicken, spinach, and basil
Marinara and cheese baked gnocchi with nduja
Mushroom tortellini – burnt butter sauce and parmesan shavings
Tomato and mozzarella arancini – parma ham crisp and tomato sauce
Burrata with roasted peach and tomato salad
Salt and pepper crispy calamari with lemon pepper aioli
Antipasta or charcuterie grazing board for all to share
Butternut tortellini with harrisa and goats cheese
White bean with chilli and lemon bruschetta
Whole roasted prawns with lemon and basil
Grilled sea bream with artichoke carponta
Braised beef pappardelle with rich tomato sauce and pecorino
Chicken milanese with lemon butter sauce and sundried tomato and rocket salad
Sweet potato gnocchi with wild mushrooms and herb crumb (v)
Butternut, spinach & pine nut lasagne (v)
Tagliatelle pasta – black truffle butter and parmesan cheese (v)
Beef and pork lasagne – served with salad
Italian seafood stew – clams, mussels, white fish, and shrimp in a tomato-fennel broth with focaccia
Arrabbiata linguine with prawns
Steak with roasted mediterranean vegetables and salsa verde
Caramelised chicory with pulse and grains (v)
Chicken milanese with lemon butter sauce and rocket and parmesan salad
Aubergine milanese with lemon butter sauce and rocket (v) - can be made vegan
Rigatoni alla vodka tomato with roasted peppers and sun-dried tomato pesto
Orange baked polenta cake with lemon zabagilone
Vanilla panna cotta with strawberry and basil
Tiramisu with chocolate ganache – white chocolate mascarpone and coffee sauce
Honey semifreddo – fresh fruit and berries
Classic tiramisu
Chocolate fondant – amaretto cream and mixed nut praline
Lemon tiramisu with limoncello
Affogato
Olive oil baklava ice cream with honeyed filo crunch
Chocolate mousse with olive oil and sea salt
Salmon sashimi with pickled ginger, wasabi, soy
Baked goat's cheese with peperonata, basil pesto, balsamic glaze
Curried prawn and cucumber cocktail with boiled hen's egg, landcress and melba toast
Warm salad of smoked trout, lardons, croutons, a poached egg, mustard dressing
Chargrilled country toast with brie, truffle wild mushrooms and fines herbs
Chicken milanese, with garlic roasties, salsa verde and rocket
Confit of lamb with dauphinoise potaotes, fricassee of peas, bacon, gem lettuce and mint pesto
Skillet roast fillet of sea bream, pea puree, wild mushroom, spinach and parmesan shavings
Beef bourguignon with all the bits and truffle mash and bone marrow crostini
Roast duck breast, braised red cabbage, rosti potato, green peppercorn sauce and parsnip crispsnd
Stuffed aubergine 'turkish style' with pearl couscous, chickpeas and harissa aioli
Lamb shin tagine with merguez sausage, pearl couscous, chickpeas, harissa
Elderflower and gooseberry crunch with shortbread
Lemon curd tart with clotted cream and late season raspberries
Peach melba, vanilla ice cream and toasted almonds
Red berry trifle
Rhubarb and ginger creme brulee, shortbread
White chocolate cheesecake with poached autumn fruit
Lambs liver pate with salted cracker and onion chutney
Citrus salmon gravlax with avocado puree
Ham and pickle terrine with toasted sourdough and pickles
Baked brie with cranberries and pistachios with salted crackers (v)
Celeriac and apple remoulade with duck leg croquette and poached egg (v)
Whole roasted prawns with chilli lemon and garlic
Butternut tortellini with harrisa and goats cheese
Monkfish and chorizo skewers with honey drizzle
Fig and burrata with hot honey
Seared scallops – celeriac and apple purée, pancetta crisp, pickled apple
Chicken croquettes with caesar salad and dressing with parmesan
Lemon sole with chicken butter sauce and spring greens
Roast chicken breast with turnip puree, sautéed cabbage
Fillet steak with black garlic and mushroom purée, dauphinois, crispy shallots, roasted vine tomato’s and beef jus
Monkfish with prawn bisque, new potato’s and garden greens
Sweet potato gnocchi with mushrooms, spinach and a herb crumb (v)
Lamb fillet with caramelised feta, carrot puree and cumin roasted carrots with lamb jus
Brown butter-baked haddock with braised fennel, fennel velouté and brown shrimp
Cauliflower steak with cauliflower puree and roasted kale and toasted spiced nuts (v)
Butternut steak with curried butternut puree, dukkah and roasted with buttered beans (v)
Classic sticky toffee pudding with hot toffee sauce and vanilla ice cream
White chocolate panettone bread pudding creme anglaise
White dark and milk chocolate terrine with tuile and fresh berries
Trio of british cheese with spiced apple chutney and crackers
Baileys cream brûlée with chocolate dipped shortbread
Lemon and passion fruit tart
Honey and lavender poached pear with ginger crumb and honey ice cream
Bitter chocolate mousse with salted chocolate crumb
Peach rose with vanilla bean ice cream
Lamb liver pate with salted cracker and pickled onions
Cream woodland mushroom bruschetta with roasted garlic (v)
Ham and pickle terrine with piccalilli
Smoked trout with watercress cream and quails egg and potato
Slow roasted jammy tomatoes with goats cheese basil oil and pasta (v)
Salt and pepper chicken wings with tomato relish
Celeriac and apple remoulade with duck leg croquette and poached egg (v)
Crispy panko prawn – pickled cucumber and aioli
Butternut tortellini with harrisa and goats cheese
Monkfish and chorizo skewers with hot honey drizzle
Scotch egg – tomato relish and mixed leaves
Seared scallops – celeriac and apple purée, pancetta crisp, pickled apple
Cauliflower steak with cauliflower puree and roasted kale and toasted spiced nuts (v)
Slow braised short rib with red with jus and roasted garlic potato puree
Seasonal vegetable terrine with walnut and a vegetable reduction (v)
Roasted salmon with lemon and capers with herbed new potato’s
Lemon sole with chicken butter sauce and spring greens
Monkfish with prawn bisque, new potato’s and garden greens
Roast chicken breast with turnip puree, sautéed cabbage
Fillet steak with black garlic and mushroom purée, dauphinois, roasted vine tomatoes , crispy shallots, and beef jus
Brown butter-baked haddock with braised fennel, fennel velouté and brown shrimp
Courgette cannelloni with goats cheese and lemon and basil oil with toasted almonds
Duck breast roasted with celeriac pomme anna and sautéed cabbage with red wine jus
Slow cooked pork belly with apple sauce, salted crunchy crackling and potatoes
Lamb fillet – caramelised feta, carrot purée, cumin-roasted long stem broccoli, and lamb jus
Sticky toffee apple pudding with hot toffee sauce and vanilla bean ice cream
White chocolate creme brûlée with seasonal berries and shortbread
Bitter chocolate mousse with salted chocolate crumb
Summer crumble with creme anglaise
Honey and lavender poached pear with honey ice cream and ginger crumb
Peach rose with vanilla bean ice cream
White dark and milk chocolate terrine with tuile and fresh berries
Gin and lemon tart with italian meringue and raspberry sorbet
Parmesan baskets with anti-pasta - olives, sun dried tomato’s and parma ham
Grana padano cheese puffs with prosciutto
Pesto pin wheels
Caramelised artichoke with aioli on toast
Fig and cheese bruschetta with hot honey
Piccolo tomatoes stuffed with tapioca and black garlic
Goats cheese and spiced tomato relish croustades (v)
Roll of beef carpaccio with truffle oil and pecorino
Nduja bites
Prosciutto wrapped asparagus with duck egg
Caprese salad bruschetta with fresh basil oil
Stracciatella soup with chicken, spinach and basil
Marinara and cheese baked gnocchi
Mushroom tortellini with burnt butter sauce and parmesan shavings
Tomato and mozzarella arancini with parma ham crisp and tomato sauce
Burrata with roasted peach and tomato salad
Crusted sardines with citrus and spice
Lamb meatballs in tomato and basil sauce
Salt & pepper crispy calamari with lemon aioli
Antipasta or charcuterie grazing board
Grilled sea bream with artichoke carponta and lemon and herb fried potato’s
Braised beef papadella with rich tomato sauce and pecorino
Rabbit stew with seasonal veg and polenta
Chicken milanese with lemon and butter sauce and rocket salad
Sweet potato gnocchi with mushrooms, spinach and a herb crumb (v)
Butternut, spinach pine nut lasagne (v)
Tagliatelle pasta with black truffle butter and parmesan cheese (v)
Beef and pork lasagne with salad
Italian seafood stew, containing a collection of clams, mussels, white fish and shrimp in a tomato-fennel broth with foccacia
Arrabbiata linguine with prawns
Peppered steak with roasted mediterranean vegetables and salsa verda
Caramelised chicory with pulse and grains (v)
Orange baked polenta cake with lemon zabagilone
Vanilla panna cotta with strawberryand basil
Tiramisu with chocolate gnache and white chocolat mascarpone with coffee sauce
Honey semfreddo with fresh fruit and berries
Classic tiramisu
Chocolate fondant with ameretto cream and mixed nut praline
Lemon tiramisu with limoncello
Affogato
Parmesan baskets with anti-pasta – olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and parma ham
Grana padano cheese puffs with prosciutto
Pesto pin wheels
Caramelised artichoke with aioli on toast
Fig and burtata bruschetta with hot honey
Piccolo tomatoes stuffed with tapioca and black garlic
Goats cheese and spiced tomato relish croustades (v)
Roll of beef carpaccio with truffle oil and pecorino
Pea and asparagus arancini bites (v)
Nduja bites
Prosciutto wrapped asparagus with duck egg
Caprese salad bruschetta with basil oil
Stracciatella soup – chicken, spinach, and basil
Marinara and cheese baked gnocchi
Mushroom tortellini – burnt butter sauce and parmesan shavings
Tomato and mozzarella arancini – parma ham crisp and tomato sauce
Burrata with roasted peach and tomato salad
Crusted sardines with citrus and spice
Salt & pepper crispy calamari with lemon aioli
Antipasta or charcuterie grazing board
Grilled sea bream with artichoke carponta
Braised beef pappardelle with rich tomato sauce and pecorino
Rabbit stew with seasonal veg and polenta
Chicken milanese with lemon and butter sauce and rocket salad
Sweet potato gnocchi with mushrooms, spinach and a herb crumb (v)
Butternut, spinach & pine nut lasagne (v)
Tagliatelle pasta – black truffle butter and parmesan cheese (v)
Beef and pork lasagne – served with salad
Italian seafood stew – clams, mussels, white fish, and shrimp in a tomato-fennel broth with focaccia
White wine and mixed woodland mushroom risotto (v)
Aubergine milanese with lemon butter sauce and rocket (v) - can be made vegan
Arrabbiata linguine with prawns
Peppered steak with roasted mediterranean vegetables and salsa verde
Caramelised chicory with pulse and grains (v)
Penne all vodka with sundried tomatoes pesto
Orange baked polenta cake lemon zabaglione
Vanilla panna cotta with strawberry and basil
Tiramisu with chocolate ganache – white chocolate mascarpone and coffee sauce
Honey semifreddo with fresh fruit and berries
Classic tiramisu
Chocolate fondant – amaretto cream and mixed nut praline
Lemon tiramisu with limoncello
Affogato
Olive oil baklava ice cream with honeyed filo crunch
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.








Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Newport.
What does a private chef service include in Newport?
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Newport?
The price of renting a chef in Newport can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 53 GBP to 121 GBP. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 53 GBP per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 62 GBP per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 92 GBP per person, and for 2 people, the price is 121 GBP per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
How can I hire a private chef in Newport?
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
How can I find a private chef near me?
There are currently 135 chefs available in Newport. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Newport who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service?
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Does the chef cook at my house?
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Can I cook along with the chef?
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Are the ingredients fresh?
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
How much should I tip my private chef in Newport?
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
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How many chef services are booked in Newport each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Newport, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Newport.
Cost of a private chef in Newport
The cost of hiring a private chef in Newport can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 53 GBP to 121 GBP per person.
For 13 people or more: 53 GBP
For 7 to 12 people: 62 GBP
For 3 to 6 people: 92 GBP
For 2 people: 121 GBP.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in Newport!
1 personal chefs register with us every month. Our verification team reviews these new chef profiles daily to categorize them, allowing you to discover incredible new chefs every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Newport?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Newport: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Chef's special, but you can have anything you want (our surprise menu will cover that!).
Beyond these six types of cuisine, our private chefs personalize diverse menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Our private chefs can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction and suggest other cuisines or fusion dishes. Submit your request and hire a chef in Newport!

Would you like to enjoy a Private Chef service in Newport?
Turn your house into a restaurant with a Private Chef who will prepare dinner in your kitchen. You will be able to personalise every detail – you choose what you want to eat and when you want to eat. Our Private Chefs in Newport will analyse your request and send you their proposals, adapting it to your needs. On the day of the service, the Chef will buy the ingredients, cook them at home, carry out the table service and clean up before leaving, so that you can relax and enjoy.

Experience culinary perfection
All of our chefs have at least ten years’ worth of experience in the industry and have graduated from the best cooking schools. So our goal is to find the perfect chef for you and to make this the best dining experience. With over 15 chefs in Newport, we know we can find the right match for you! Once you receive menu proposals, you’ll be able to view the professional profiles of each chef who has contacted you and choose the one that suits you. At this point you’ll also be able to contact them directly through our messaging service to make sure that every detail is to your liking.

Fancy trying something new in Newport? We have the perfect idea!
Turn your house into a top restaurant. The experience begins when you request a menu from Take a Chef. Our Chefs will send you their proposals and customise the menu and service according to your preferences. On the day of the event, the Chef will buy the ingredients, cook them at your house, serve the meal and leave everything spotless - so you don’t have to worry about anything!






Talk to our chefs in Newport
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Newport? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Newport, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.









