Chef Aurelien Agbadje

Private Chef in Auckland

68Services completed

4.78 / 5Based on 26 reviews

English · FrenchLanguages

AucklandI travel up to 50 km

Get to know me better

I have an unwavering love for cooking and baking, my culinary expertise is centered around fine dining cuisine and patisserie.

Bonjour,

I am Aurelien, Takeachef and Airbnb Chef Ambassador for Auckland.

My culinary journey spans from Nancy to Bordeaux and the Alpine beauty of Courchevel. Trained as both a Chef and Pastry Chef in France, I have had the privilege of working in charming bistros and renowned patisseries. Additionally, I had the opportunity to refine my skills in fine dining restaurants.

My background is a beautiful blend of French and African origins, and my love for traveling has influenced my culinary style greatly. I take immense pride in creating traditional French cuisine that not only reflects my culture but also incorporates flavors and inspirations from my travels. Each dish I craft tells a story, weaving together the essence of my heritage and the diverse culinary landscapes I have explored.

More about me

For me, cooking is...

Sharing time with guests or my loved ones, discovering new dishes, ingredients and flavours, cooking is also my dream job.

I learned to cook at...

It all began in France where I started my apprentiship as a chef at "La Mignardise" and "Les Pissenlits" and as pastry chef at "Musquar"

A cooking secret...

is to adapt to any preferences and dietary requirements, I warmly welcome the opportunity to cater to vegans and vegetarians.

Types of cuisine I prepare

French
Local
Chef's special
Seafood/Fish
Mediterranean
Italian
Fusion

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Chef Aurelien's reviews

4.78

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68 services

Aurelien was great! The food was lovely, presentation was great, he was very easy going and responsive to messages and flexible on menu requests. It was a wonderful night!

Chef Aurelien was absolutely incredible! He was punctual, professional and an amazing chef who made my birthday dinner absolutely perfect. I would highly recommend his service to everyone!

Chef Aurelien’s food delighted everyone:-) he helped with pretty hard dietary requirements too, all with a big smile. He made it look effortless, was discreet, attentive, absolutely lovely. Of course would recommend, merci encore Aurelien!

What a great experience, from the first interaction. Chef Aurelien was creative, professional, accommodating and overall a delight to deal with. Was more than happy to provide alternative courses. The food was sublime, the engagement friendly and inviting. The clean up was perfect. Could not give a high enough recommendation. Not only is Chef Aurelien a great chef but he is also a lovely kind and considerate professional. Thank you Chef.

We booked Chef Aurelien to celebrate our twins’ 1st birthday, and it was such a special experience. Having a 3-course meal at home was far better than going to a restaurant — we weren’t rushed, felt completely comfortable, and our twins could play, eat, and sleep in their own space. The food was beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious, but what made the evening even more memorable was how much Chef Aurelien knew about our Māori culture and heritage. He acknowledged this thoughtfully and wove it into our conversations throughout the night, which made us feel truly seen and respected. It was a relaxed, meaningful, and unforgettable way to celebrate — highly recommend!

Aurelien went above and beyond to ensure that he delivered on our expectations. He was very engaging with our guests, when they wanted it. He was reliable and the food presentation was excellent. I would highly recommend him to anyone else.

Chef Angelica was amazing and the food was so fresh and delicious! We also had so many leftovers! We highly recommend!

Friendly and professional. Very well organised. Each dish exceeded our expectations. Tidy up was marvellous, and the only items we had to wash and dry were our champagne glasses !!! It was a gift to us on a significant anniversary celebration which we shared with a close family couple who are like us, also well travelled, and we were highly impressed with all aspects of the evening.

We celebrated our engagement on Waiheke with Chef Aurelien and he made our evening so special. We selected the Mediterranean menu and every aspect of each dish was incredible. We could not recommend him highly enough.

We had such a lovely dinner! Chef was super accommodating with our group allergies and dietary restrictions and made custom plates. As well for being accommodating with our booking being so last minute. Everything was delicious! Couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

Chef Aurelien was brilliant, as well as being very professional and friendly the food was delicious. Would highly recommend!

Excellent evening thank you

An Unforgettable Dinner Party with Chef Aurelien Chef Aurelien made our dinner party for 12 truly memorable. The French inspired dishes were beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. He also took the time to explain each dish to our guests, adding a personal touch to the evening and his wine recommendations were perfect. Overall, Chef Aurelien’s culinary expertise and warm presence elevated the entire experience. We highly recommend him to anyone looking to host a special and stress-free dinner party.

Superb experience. Great chef. Very friendly and polite. Excellent attention to detail.

Amazing food and presentation ???? Chef aurelien was very nice and lovely. An amazing birthday memory! ????

Chef Aurelien was amazing! He was able to accommodate us in our Airbnb as we visited for vacation. He cooked us a lovely 4 course meal, had great conversation and so many great tips on places to see, eat, and visit. I would highly recommend booking Chef Aurelien!

Amazing food and presentation ???? Chef aurelien was very nice and lovely. An amazing birthday memory! ????