Private chef with over 10 years of experience creating personalized and immersive dining experiences. Specializing in private chef services, I design tailor-made meals for special events, dinner parties, family gatherings, and romantic dinners. Raised in Lisbon, I have a deep connection to Portuguese cuisine, which I combine with global influences from my extensive travels through Spain, France, Ireland, the UK, Italy, Greece, India, Cape Verde, and Angola.

My culinary style focuses on Mediterranean cuisine, with creative fusions that not only incorporate Caribbean flavors, as well as Southern Creole and Cajun (New Orleans) traditions. I blend rich, traditional recipes with modern, health-conscious techniques to create dishes that are both flavorful and nourishing. Whether you're looking for a memorable dining experience or a unique pop-up brunch, I create customized meals designed to make every occasion special. I also offer meal prep services for clients who want to enjoy healthy, restaurant-quality food at home.

For me, cooking is...

My love language. Creating unique, flavorful dishes that bring people together for unforgettable experiences.

I learned to cook at...

Developed culinary skills through hands-on experience, extensive travel, and collaborations with chefs across various cultures.

A cooking secret...

No rushing, even if it's a high pressure atmosphere, food must be prepared with care - always.

My menus

Christmas Experience

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Rustic Italian Focaccia + Whipped Brie Butter & Cranberry Jam

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Jerk Oyster Mushrooms w/ Tamarind Jus, Coconut rice & Cornbread

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Herb-Stuffed Chicken w/ Miso Glazed Onions & Collard Greens

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Horchata Tiramisu

A journey through the Caribbean

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Plantain Focaccia + Scotch Bonnet Butter

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Jollof Arancini + Ata Dindin Aioli

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All inclusive

Jerk Oyster Mushrooms w/ Cassava Purée & Collard Greens in a Tamarind Jus

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Puff Puff Tiramisu

Flavors of Portugal: A Feast of Tradition

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Homemade Butter + Sourdough

Charcuterie Coupes

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Leak à Brás w/ Black Olives & Parsley Microgreens Garnish

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Rojões à Moda do Minho (Traditional Pork Dish from the Northern Region of Portugal served w/ Rustic Potatoes

Herb Roasted Chicken with Seasonal Roasted Vegetables

Citrusy Fricassé Chicken w/ Basmati Rice & Parsley Microgreens Garnish

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Tiramisu

Chocolate EVOO Cake w/ Passionfruit Whipped Cream

Smells like Spring Spirit

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Marinated Olives w/ Orange Garlic Confit

Chicken Crispy Skin Jam w/ Cottage Cheese on Charred Sourdough

Shaved Zucchini + Pecorino Salad

Whipped Ricotta + Roasted Grapes w/ Cavolo Nero Pesto on Charred Sourdough

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Blood Orange Salad w/ Caramelized Fennel + Burrata & Pomegranate

Braised Leeks w/ Straciatella, Gremolata + Toasted Pistachios

Caesar Salad w/ Cured Egg, Sourdough Croutons + Crispy Capers

Gnudi w/ Crispy Sage + Brown Butter

Grilled Artichokes + Wild Garlic Salsa Verde & Bufala

Lychee Ceviche w/ Tiger Milk, Radish & Fresno chillies

Miso Charred Cabbage w/ Chives & Chilli Oil + Bean Purée

Roasted Carrots w/ Ajvar + Labneh

Smokey Oyster Mushroom Skewers + Labneh & Cavolo Nero Pesto

Watermelon Crudo w/ Ginger Scallion Sauce & Tempura Carrot Frills

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Portobello Steak w/ Chimichurri

Morcela Scotch Egg + Apple Chutney

Leak à Brás w/ Black Olives & Parsley Microgreens Garnish

Harissa Black Bean Meatballs w/ Lemon Pea Orzo

Arancini w/ Truffle Ailioli or Spicy Arrabiata

Miso Mushroom Bourguignon w/ Butter Bean Mash

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Blackberry Cake w/ Lemon Curd Mascarpone

Tiramisu

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Chef Inês's reviews

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14 services

We booked Chef Ines for a private birthday dinner party for six people on New Years Eve and doing so was a fantastic decision. From the very first interaction Chef Ines stood out with her personalised and collaborative approach esnuring that it really was a special meal. She was the only chef who replied with a personal message alonside the proposed menu. Her proactive and considerate communications continued making us feel very confident in the meal. She communicated really well the day leading up to the dinner and arrived perfectly on time, with all the materials she needed. She was very warm, friendly, attentive but also discreet. She also had a great playlist she offered to play! The food was nothing short of exceptional- each dish full of flavour and cooked to perfection. I'm not sure we could even pick our favourite though I know some of us are going to attempt to recreate them at home. Everything really was flawless. She cleaned the kitchen afterwards making the whole experience even more wonderful. Can not recommend Chef Ines enough!

Chef Inês was fantastic! She created an epic Portuguese feast for us - including individual bento boxes for the littles. She also let our 5 year old help her in the kitchen - a true delight. Would highly recommend!