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.

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.

My menus

Eastern Palette

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Pork Belly Bao Buns, Cuncumber, Fresh Herbs & Sweet Chilli Mayo

Fish Sashimi, Sweet and Sour Nuoc Mam, Orange and Coriander

FIRST COURSE

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Vietnamese Noodle Salad with Sautéed Beef, Vegetable Julienne, Peanut Sauce, Mint & Fried Onions

Thai Colelaw with Garlic Prawn & Pickled Mushrooms, Ponzu & Sesame Dressing (vg) (gf)

MAIN COURSE

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Braised Beef Rump in Raspberry Vinegar and Soy, Sautéed Greens with Edamame and Toasted Sesame

Free Range Chicken Shaken Style, Cantonese Fried Rice, Omellete and Peas

DESSERT

All inclusive

White Chocolate and Miso Brownie, Vanilla Ice Cream

Fresh Fruit Platter and Cherry Coulis (v) (gf)

All Day Brunch

STARTER

All inclusive

Croissants and Fresh Sourdough with butter and Jam

FIRST COURSE

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Shakshuka : Spiced Tomato Sauce and Capsicum with Baked Eggs (v)

Marinated Feta and Spinach Omelette (v)

Caramelised Onion and Chorizo Omelette

MAIN COURSE

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Green Breakfast : Seasonal Sauteed Greens, Lemon Ricotta, Extra virgin Olive oil (v)

Meety Breaky : Bacon, Sausages, Sauteed Potatoes & Mushrooms

DESSERT

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French Toast, Seasonal Fresh Fruits, Chantilly, Berry Coulis (v)

Overnight Oat, Coconut Yoghurt, Toasted Almond, Strawberry Compote Mint & Extra Virgin Olive Oil (vg)

The Green Nomad

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Bocconcini and Roasted Grappe (v)

Cucumber and Tomato Vegan Caprese, Pesto (vg)

FIRST COURSE

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Middle East Spiced Eggplant & Chickpeas, Tahini dressing, dukkah & Chilli Oil (vg) (gf)

Sautéed Courgette, Aspargus & Tomato Tartelette, Fresh Herbs, Extra Virgin Olive oil (v)

Grilled Halloumi, Tuscan Cannellini Bean Ragu, Pomodoro Sauce & Fresh Herbs (v) (gf)

MAIN COURSE

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Roasted Cauliflower with Dates and Sesame Sauce, Pilaf Rice, Spiced Carrot & Orange Purée (vg)

Herbed Gnocchi, Seasonal Greens, Confit Tomato, Pickel Fennel, Almond Cream (v)

Polenta Panisse with Grilled Broccoli & Capsicum, Marinated Olives, Roasted Garlic, Hummus (vg) (gf)

DESSERT

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Persian Love Cake, Cardamom, Rose & Lemon Syrup, Pistachio & Yoghurt

Seasonal Poached Fruits, Spiced Seed Crumble, Sorbet (vg) (gf)

A Taste of Aotearoa

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Smoked Fish Rillette

Prawn Remoulade Brioche Sliders

FIRST COURSE

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Cured New Zealand King Salmon, Horopito Cream, Pickel Radish, Seaweed Crakers

Hangi Style Kumara, Manuka Smoked Beetroot Salad, Corn Mayo, Mixed Leaves (v)

Mince & Cheddar Pie, Tomato and Capsicum Chutney

MAIN COURSE

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New Zealand Lamb Cutlets, Crushed Gourmet Potatoes, Peas, Fresh cheese Curd & Herb Coulis (gf)

Market Fish, Green-lipped Mussels, Kawkawa Mariniere Sauce, Wild Fennel & Seasonal Greens (gf)

Polynesian Style Free Range Chicken Braised in Spinach, Ginger and Coconut Cream, Taro Chips and Cripsy Rice (gf)

DESSERT

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Pavlova, Meringue, Lemon Curd and Kiwi Fruit, Peach Coulis (gf)

Trifle, Berries, Genoise, Chantilly Cream, Dark Chocolate Ganache

Savoring France

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Sundried Tomato Rillette(v)

Green Olive Tapenade, Baguette (v)

FIRST COURSE

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Red Onion Tatin, Fresh Cheese, Walnuts, Mix Leaves (v)

Puy Lentil Salad with Carrot & Turnip Brunoise, Orange, Pomegranate, Citrus Vinaigrette (vg) (gf)

Mushroom Ravioli, White Truffle Sauce (v)

MAIN COURSE

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Classic French Fish Soup Bouillabaisse Style, Green-lipped Mussels, Prawns, Rouille Sauce & Crouton

Roasted Duck Breast, Squash Mousseline, Figs & Pickeled blueberry, Red wine Reduction (gf)

New Zealand Beef Scotch Fillet with Cocoa Nibs and Black Pepper, Roasted Onion and Potato Purée, Prune Sauce (gf)

DESSERT

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Breton Short Bread Tart, Patissiere, Apricot & Rhubarb Declinaison

Dark Chocolate Fondant, Vanilla Ice Cream & Cherry Coulis

Mediterranean Mosaic

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Taramasalata & Egg with Lumpfish Caviar

Herb Hummus & Olive Crostini

FIRST COURSE

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Courgette, Aspargus & Tomato Tartelette, Marinated Feta, Extra Virgin Olive oil (v)

Grilled Halloumi, Harissa & Paprika Carrot, Chorizo Cumble, Lentil Blinis (v)

Fig Tabouleh, Roasted Beetroot, Greek Yoghurt & Fresh Herbs, Honey Balsamic Dressing, Crispy Filo (v)

MAIN COURSE

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Olive & Lemon Chicken Tajine, Braised Moroccan Vegetables with Dates, Apricots & Toasted Almonds, Ras El Hanout Couscous (gf)

Spanish Meatballs, Tomato Salsa & Grated Manchego with Roasted Perla Potatoes, Rosemary & Garlic (gf)

Grilled Market Fish, Horseradish Slaw, Capers, Brown Butter, Confit Tomato & Green Mayo

DESSERT

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Strawberry Tiramisu with Almond Tuile & Mint

Amaretti, Coffee Latte Ice cream & Chocolate Sauce

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Chef Aurelien's reviews

4.83

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6 services

Aurelien is a wonderful chef. Our interactions with him was both very friendly a timely. On the day, everything was great: timely arrival, engaging interaction, beautiful cooking and discreet cleaning. Best of all, the menu was excellent and presented in a beautiful way. A very highly recommended chef!!!.