Private Chef in Winchester
Rent one of our 263 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Winchester
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Winchester in February 2017, more than 263 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Winchester and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in England.
Starting in 2017, 2,042 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Winchester. To book your chef in Winchester, 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 558 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 879 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.71 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 2,042 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Winchester usually book menus around 91 GBP per person, including 4.53 courses, sharing an average of 4.39 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 Winchester.












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.
263 Private Chefs in Winchester
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More than 2,000 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.44 Chef
The guests in Winchester have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.44.
4.78 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Winchester received an average score of 4.78.
4.89 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.89 average score.
4.67 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Winchester has been scored with a 4.67 on average.
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558 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Winchester
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Chef 3 choice canapes
Bruschetta topped with mozzarella, and fresh basil, and garlic
Slices of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil drizzled with balsamic glaze
Antipasto platter - a selection of italian cured meats, cheeses, olives, and marinated vegetables
Tomato, mozzarella and fresh basil served with basil oil
Chill grilled asparagus wrap in courgette and feta cheese
Italian scot egg with spicy tomato and garlic mayonnise
Melon, tomato and prosciutto top with fresh mint and honey glazed
Sun-blush tomato arancini and garlic mayo and rocket salad
Piri piri prawn and garlic
Ham and cheese frittata with rocket salad and olive oil
Salmon and prawn with a honey and soya sauce glazzed
Salted cod fritters in spicy tomato and mayonnaise sauce
Sardine of herb toast top with herb oil and rocket salad
Stuffed squid with prawns
(v) baked red pepper with plum tomato and garlic served with basil oil
Classic italian minestrone soup
Nectarines with heritage cherry tomato with burrata cheese and pistachio honey dressing and basil
Burrata cheese served with heritage tomato, fresh basil and olive oil
Buffalo mozzarella served with heritage tomato, fresh basil and olive oil
Boneless quail on peal couscous salad top with sherry glazed
Spaghetti pasta with bolognese sauce
Penne pasta with italian tomato sauce
Chicken thigh with all’arrabbiata sauce with asparagus and potato gnocchi
Classic italian sausage meatballs with spaghetti
Salmon top with fresh herb and cherry tomato on polenta cake
Chicken pomodoro with roasted new potato and mediterranean mix vegetables
Italian style steak with herb chimichurri sauce with fondant potato and vegetable beans sauce
Roasted stone bass top with artichoke and lemon butter dressing, baby new and vegetables potato parisienne
(v)aubergine parmigiana with pearl couscous and broccoli
Vegetables cianbotta, with rice
Classic italian tiramisu
Amerian blueberry pie
Panna cotta with a berry compote
Ricotta and orange pie top with black cherry compote
Sicilian cheesecake with mix berries compote
Apple and almond sliced with creme anglaise
Chocolate tart with ginger and walnut syrup
Baked fruit with crème anglaise
Apple pie with creme anglaise
Polenta cake with mix berries compote
Olive oil cake with black cherries compote
Arancini of butternut squash and goat cheese with rocket leaves (vegetarian)
Beetroot cured salmon gravlax with horseradish sour cream
Mini olive tapenade bruschetta (vegetarian)
Cauliflower velouté with cauliflower tips (vegetarian)
Home-made ricotta and spinach tortellini with rosemary butter sauce (vegetarian)
Peppered beef carpaccio with rocket and parmesan
Risotto primavera with wild rocket (vegetarian)
Ceviche of wild sea bass with citrus dressing
Pan fried salmon fillet with beetroot fettuccine and herb dressing
Rack of lamb with dauphinoise potato and red wine jus
Spinach and feta ravioli with asparagus cream (vegetarian)
Oven baked cod fillet with beurre blanc sauce
Modern tiramisu with chocolate shards
Mille feuille with raspberry and fruit coulis
White chocolate delice with fruit coulis
Poached pear in red wine and cinnamon
Ceviche of wild sea bass with citrus fruits, radish and pomegranate
Arancini of butternut squash and goat cheese (vegetarian)
Panko cod cheeks with lime and coriander dressing
Cauliflower velouté with cauliflower tips (vegetarian)
Pan seared salmon with beetroot fettuccine and herb dressing
Spinach and feta ravioli with asparagus cream (vegetarian)
Rack of lamb with dauphinoise potato and red wine jus
Raspberry mousse apple surprise with chocolate petal and gold dust
White chocolate delice with fruit coulis and orange cream
Poached pear in red wine and cinnamon
Chocolate marquise with vanilla cream and chocolate sauce
Chef selection of 3 canapes
Tomato and mozzarella top with fresh basil, balsamic glaze and herb oil dressing
Goat cheese, mango and orange salad
King prawns and avocado served with a tomato and caper salsa and rocket salad
Roasted beetroot and avocado on a quinoa with micro cress and japanese mayo dressing
Boneless quail on a bed of wild mushroom served with a rich devil sauce
Baked tomato galette with olive tapenade, goat cheese, pine nuts and micro cress
Antipasti (meat and vegetables)
Trio of prawn cocktail. (traditional on blini, mexican with tomato in a glass and american in pickle vegetables and lemon dressing),
Tofu and asparagus served with teriyaki and honey dressing
Classic chicken ceasar salad
Nectarines with heritage cherry tomato with burrata cheese and pistachio honey dressing and basil
Stone bass served with saffron risotto and baby vegetable with a light butter and lemon sauce
Lemon corn-fed chicken breast served with baby spinach and potato cake with chicken jus
Classic duo of pork served with stuffed cabbage, baby carrot dauphinoise potato and rich port and apple jus
Grilled aubergine stuff with feta cheese and quinoa served with a tomato sauce served vegetable and potato from main course
Baked tofu and wild mushroom wellington served with turned vegetables and glazed potato and vegetable glazed
Braised beef short ribs served with carrot, swede, mushroom and baby onion, mash potato and beef jus
Braised lamb shank served with carrot, swede, mushroom, baby onion, mash potato and thyme jus
Stuffed chicken breast with basil and ricotta, baby vegetables fondant potato and red wine jus
Cod steak served on new potato and mediterranean vegetable and basil oil dressing
Chicken breast stuffed with goat cheese and smoked bacon wrap in pancetta, served with grilled vegetables and fondant potato and chicken jus
Brioche and banana bread and butter pudding served with crème anglaise
Molten chocolate with mint fudge sauce
Tiramisu with chocolate sauce
Lime panna-cotta with pineapple compote
Apple pie and crème anglaise
Creme brulee with shortbread biscuit
Cheesecake
Baked cheese cake with mix berries compote
Ballantine of salmon with crème fraîche and lime dressing
Cauliflower velouté shot with truffle foam (vegetarian)
Chicken liver parfait with thyme croute
Pan seared scallops with cauliflower purée
Carpaccio of beetroot with whipped goat cheese (vegetarian)
Ceviche of wild sea bass with citrus dressing
Pan seared salmon with beetroot fettuccine
Slow cooked beef filet with thyme fondant potato
Pan seared black peppered duck breast served with wild garlic mash potato, honey roasted carrots, pickled shallots, star anise carrot puree
Raspberry mousse apple surprise
White chocolate delice with orange cream
Dark chocolate fondant with salted caramel
Dill cured salmon with radish, avocado puree and tomato salsa
Goat’s cheese and red onion marmalade tartlet (vegetarian)
Chipotle prawn tacos with avocado salsa
Roasted beetroot with peppered goat’s cheese and orange salad (vegetarian)
Pan roasted sea bream, spring onion potato cake, green beans and sauce vierge
Fish tagine with chermoula
Caribbean style sweet potato, red peppers and black bean curry (vegetarian)
Wild mushroom risotto with parmesan and pesto (vegetarian)
Baklava
Lemon cheesecake
Classic lemon tart with crème fraiche
Pistachio cake with honey crème fraiche
Arancini of butternut squash, goat’s cheese, butternut squash purée and rocket leaves (vegetarian)
Mini goat cheese crostini (vegetarian)
Traditional bruschetta with olive tapenade, roasted pepper coulis and leaves (vegetarian)
Ballantine of salmon with crème fraîche and lime dressing
Spinach and feta ravioli with sautéed spinach, caramelised feta and asparagus cream (vegetarian)
Pan seared wild sea bass with braised fennel and warm orange salad, citrus dressing
Pan seared salmon with saffron chateau potatoes, cauliflower and sauce vierge
Rack of lamb with dauphinoise potato and red wine jus
Modern tiramisu with coffee bean cream and chocolate shards
Mille feuille with raspberry and caramelised almonds
White chocolate delice with fruit coulis and orange cream
Fresh fruit tart with crème pâtissière and mango coulis
Chicken liver pâté crostini a traditional tuscan recipe, served on toasted country-style bread
Mushroom arancini with spicy arrabbiata sauce crispy on the outside, creamy inside, paired with a bold and spicy tomato sauce. (vegetarian)
Octopus and potato salad a mediterranean classic, fresh and light, with olive oil and parsley
Potato croquettes with truffle sauce golden and creamy, served with a delicate truffle-scented sauce. (vegetarian)
"tagliata" sliced beef with rocket, parmigiano and balsamic reduction tender grilled beef served with fresh arugula, shaved parmesan and a glossy balsamic glaze
Classic eggplant parmigiana layered eggplant with tomato sauce, mozzarella and basil, baked to perfection. (vegetarian)
Grilled octopus on potato cream charred and tender, served with a velvety potato purée and aromatic oil
Sweet & savoury beef strips tender beef strips (sirloin or rump), marinated in soy, garlic and honey, stir-fried to perfection and finished with teriyaki glaze and toasted sesame seeds
Classic tiramisu savoiardi soaked in coffee layered with mascarpone cream
Vanilla panna cotta with berry or mango coulis a light and elegant spoon dessert, perfect to finish the meal
Caprese chocolate cake with baileys zabaglione flourless and rich, served with a velvety baileys-infused egg cream
Sicilian cannolo sweet ricotta with pistachios, orange zest
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 Winchester.
What does a private chef service include in Winchester?
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 Winchester?
The price of renting a chef in Winchester 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 68 GBP to 133 GBP. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 68 GBP per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 71 GBP per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 108 GBP per person, and for 2 people, the price is 133 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 Winchester?
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 263 chefs available in Winchester. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Winchester 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 Winchester?
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 Winchester each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Winchester, 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 Winchester.
Cost of a private chef in Winchester
The cost of hiring a private chef in Winchester 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 68 GBP to 133 GBP per person.
For 13 people or more: 68 GBP
For 7 to 12 people: 71 GBP
For 3 to 6 people: 108 GBP
For 2 people: 133 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 Winchester!
2 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 Winchester?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Winchester: 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 Winchester!






Talk to our chefs in Winchester
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 Winchester? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Winchester, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.









