Chef Sarah Jane

Private Chef in Quarteira

I am a professional chef with 20 years experience in the culinary world.

I was born in the UK, moved to Portugal at a young age and meal times were always important to me, as they represented "family time".

Growing up, I was eager to learn more about flavors and textures, so moved back to London to study, spent some time at Michelin Starred restaurant GUSTO in Quinta do Lago. Eventually, I discovered my true passion: catering.

Being able to witness families sharing their time around a table during their vacations and knowing I’m a part of it truly fulfills me.

For me, cooking is...

...to use love, dedication and knowledge to enhance the flavor and texture of food.

I learned to cook at...

...my grandma's kitchen, the way she knew and combined the ingredients without looking at any recipes, it has always amazed me.

A cooking secret...

...planning, listening and making sure all my client's requirements are fulfilled. On site, tidiness is a must to a flawless service.

My menus

Smoky BBQ

STARTER

All inclusive

Couvert: Pickled Algarvian Carrots, Marinated Olives, Traditional Algarvian Sourdough Bread (Gluten Free option)

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders with Crunchy Coleslaw

Cheesy Arancini Balls with Marinara Sauce

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Grilled Chicken Piri Piri, packed with spicy goodness

Grilled Monkfish and Prawn Skewers with Lemon Butter Sauce

Pan-fried Rice with Spinach and Crispy Caramelized Onion

Green Bean Salad with Caramelized Walnuts and Green Apple

DESSERT

All inclusive

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream and Wild Berries

Into the sea dinner experience

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Crispy fried calamari

Thai Fish Cakes with Sweet Chilli Sauce

Ceviche

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Smoked Salmon Bruschetta w/ cream cheese, dill, and lemon zest

Cod Fish Cakes with Alioli Sauce

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Grilled Fillet Sea Bream with Lemon Sauce plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Grilled Golden Bream Fillet with lemon plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Algarvian Seafood Cataplana

Grilled Monkfish and Prawn Skewers with Lemon Butter Sauce plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Banoffee Tart with Chocolate Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Lemon Tart with Raspberry Coulis and Meringue Crumble PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream, Berries & Salted Caramel Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Italian delights

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Artisanal Charcuterie Selection

Cheesy Arancini Balls with Marinara Sauce

Beef Carpaccio w/ mustard vinaigrette & shaved parmesan

Radicchio, Pear, Blue Cheese, and Rocket Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Beet hummus topped with roasted beets, crumbled feta cheese, orange wedges and rocket

Grilled halloumi with zenty lemon dressing with pistachio nuts and pomegranate

Mini Bruschettas with Wild Mushrooms and Roasted Garlic

Melanzane alla Parmigiana - crispy aubergine with tomato basil marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella (option) Vegan mozzarella

Bruschetta al Pomodoro: Grilled gluten-free bread topped with diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil

Heirloom Tomato, Burrata & Basil Pesto Salad

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Wild Mushroom Risotto (gluten-free)

Wild Mushroom & Lentil Ragu with Fresh Pappardelle & Parmesan

Chicken Saltimbocca: Thinly pounded chicken breasts wrapped in prosciutto and fresh sage leaves, w/ white wine and butter sauce

Pan-Seared Veal Saltimbocca with Creamy Polenta & Lemon-Scented Broccolini

Lasagna Bolognese

Aspargus risotto

Potato gnocchi w/ wild mushrooms, butter sauce & parmesan cheese

DESSERT

All inclusive

Tiramissu PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Finger Food & Tapas

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Filo Cups with Brie Cheese and Caramelized Pear

Grilled Black Pork Chorizo

Assorted Cheeses, Pickled Algarvian Carrots, Marinated Olives, Traditional Algarvian Sourdough Bread (Gluten Free option)

Smoked Salmon Bruschetta w/ cream cheese, dill, and lemon zest

Bruschetta al Pomodoro: Grilled (gluten-free as option) bread topped with diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Mini Melon Gazpacho Cups with Crispy Prosciutto

Mini Bruschettas with Wild Mushrooms and Roasted Garlic

Chicken Lollipops with Tangy Barbecue Sauce

Slow-Roasted Pork Sliders with Green Sauce

Shrimp Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Grilled Chicken Piri Piri PLUS selecction of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

DESSERT

All inclusive

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream, Berries & Salted Caramel Sauce

SurprisEAT

STARTER

Choose 2 dishes

Beef Carpaccio w/ mustard vinaigrette & shaved parmesan

Assorted Cheeses, Pickled Carrots, Marinated Olives, Traditional Sourdough Breads

Bruschetta al Pomodoro: Grilled (gluten-free as option) bread topped with diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil

Panzanella Salad: A refreshing Italian salad feat. tomatoes, crunchy croutons, fresh basil & vinaigrette

Cheesy Arancini Balls with Marinara Sauce

Wild mushroom ceviche with lemon and cilantro sauce

Smoked Salmon Bruschetta w/ cream cheese, dill, and lemon zest

Mini Bruschettas with Wild Mushrooms and Roasted Garlic

Mini Melon Gazpacho Cups with Crispy Prosciutto

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Grilled halloumi with zenty lemon dressing with pistachio nuts and pomegranate

Seafood Cataplana (meat version available as well)

Carabiniero Rice with Saffron and Lemon Zest

BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders with Crunchy Coleslaw

Herb-Buttered BBQ Scallops

Grilled Tiger Prawns with Chimichurri Sauce

Algarvian Clams prepared in the "Bulhão Pato" Style

Tuna Tataki w/ ponzu sauce

Octopus Salad

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Aspargus risotto

Golden Filo Spanakopita with Spinach & Feta (or Tofu)

Melanzane alla Parmigiana - crispy aubergine with tomato basil marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella (option) Vegan mozzarella

Moussaka (lamb, aubergine, potato)

Grilled Rib Steak with Black Garlic Butter PLUS selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Grilled Chicken Piri Piri PLUS selecction of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Grilled Fillet Sea Bream with Lemon Sauce plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Grilled Monkfish and Prawn Skewers with Lemon Butter Sauce plus selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

Grilled Picanha with Chimichurri Sauce PLUS selection of 2x sides (roasted potatos, rice, salad, etc)

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Banoffee Tart with Chocolate Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Lemon Tart with Raspberry Coulis and Meringue Crumble PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream, Berries & Salted Caramel Sauce PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Tarte Tatin with vanilla ice cream PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

Tiramissu PLUS Fruit Platter (2x desserts)

BBQ: A Feast of Smoky Delights

STARTER

All inclusive

Assorted Cheeses, Pickled Algarvian Carrots, Marinated Olives, Traditional Algarvian Sourdough Breads

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders with Crunchy Coleslaw

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Grilled Monkfish and Prawn Skewers with Lemon Butter Sauce

Grilled Chicken Piri Piri

Roasted Crushed New Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary

Tomato Oregano Salad

DESSERT

All inclusive

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream, Berries & Salted Caramel Sauce

Countryside

STARTER

All inclusive

Assorted Cheeses, Pickled Algarvian Carrots, Marinated Olives, Traditional Algarvian Sourdough Breads

Grilled Black Pork Chorizo

Bruschetta al Pomodoro: Grilled bread topped with diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Cheesy Arancini Balls with Marinara Sauce

Beef Carpaccio w/ mustard vinaigrette & shaved parmesan

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Grilled Chicken Piri Piri, packed with spicy goodness

Roasted Crushed New Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary, a comforting accompaniment

Tomato Oregano Carpaccio Salad, a refreshing burst of flavors

Grilled Fillet Sea Bream with Lemon Sauce

DESSERT

All inclusive

Chocolate Coulant with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream and Wild Berries, accompanied by a luscious Salted Caramel Sauce

Seasonal Fruit Platter

Paella menu

STARTER

All inclusive

Grilled Black Pork Chorizo

Pickled Algarvian Carrots, Marinated Olives, Traditional Algarvian Sourdough Bread

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Chicken Lollipops with Tangy Barbecue Sauce

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Paella

Tomato, Feta & Cocumber salad

DESSERT

All inclusive

Tarte Tatin with vanilla ice cream

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Chef Sarah's reviews

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114 services

Chef Sarah is an amazing chef! From creating the menu, to cooking, and cleaning, she was the upmost professional. The food was delicious and we loved the presentation and story behind each dish.

Sarah Jane was so easy to work with. She communicated frequently and met all of our needs (allergies, kid menu) and beyond. Each dish was delightfully delicious. We enjoyed the experience immensely. The pacing of our afternoon lunch was leisurely and the kitchen was left cleaner than how it started. We absolutely recommend Sarah Jane!

Sarah was an absolute delight to have in our villa in Portugal. The food she prepared was not only delicious but also beautifully presented, and she made the whole experience so enjoyable. She’s incredibly friendly, easy to deal with, and left everything spotless. We couldn’t recommend her highly enough!

Great experience and we will do it again!

Chef Sarah was absolutely fantastic! We were staying in a rental holiday villa so the kitchen wasn’t the biggest but this was no issue to her and she provided us with a very memorable evening. The food was out of this world and we would definitely rebook if returning to the area.

Chef Sarah and server Rita gave our family a one of a kind experience! The table setting, the service and the food was incredible. It gave my family a chance to sit and eat together in our relaxing vacation home. It was a time we'll never forget. I highly recommend their team and offerings.

Communication with Chef Sarah was easy and efficient. Sarah was very punctual and professional. We were a group of 8 people but Chef Sarah delivered all of the food on time and to an excellent standard. Portions were well considered. Sarah also cleaned up very thoroughly! Would definitely recommend Chef Sarah for your group meal!

Chef Sarah was the best!! She was lovely and kind. The food was beyond amazing. Every dish was presented beautifully and tasted even better. I only wish we lived here so we could hire her again.

Sarah Jane was amazing - professional and tasty dishes which really added to our holiday experience. Would definitely recommend!

Sarah Jane was fantastic! We all really enjoyed the dishes, great presentation and extremely friendly. I definitely recommend Sarah Jane if you need a private chef!

We had a great experience with Chef Sarah!

Thanks Sarah! Everything was perfect!

We had a fantastic evening with chef Sarah cooking for our family of 8. We really appreciated her making a kids menu for the younger members of our group. The menu she prepared for the adults was exactly what we were looking for - fresh local cuisine that felt like authentic algarvian fare. Timing was what we had asked for, and chef Sarah was lovely to chat with about the food and the area. Would highly recommend!

We had a wonderful night with our family! We enjoyed the dinner and the Algarverean kitchen. Completely carefree and the food was delicious. Thanks!

Sarah was incredible! The food was absolutely delicious, she was very friendly and the clean-up was immaculate. Would recommend to any one. Best experience we had - 10/10.

We had a wonderful meal. The food was delicious. I would definitely recommend Sarah.

Sarah Jane and her team were amazing, the food served was outstanding in particular the picanha and we would definitely recommend them to anyone, thank you for making our evening one to remember.

Sarah Jane and Joana were fantastic, highly recommend and so much food, cooked to perfection.

Chef Sarah Jane and her team were fantastic. They could not do enough for us. We will certainly be reaching on our next visit to Faro. Thank you.

Sara was absolutely amazing! Her food was incredible and portion sizes were great. Very clean and tidy in the kitchen and table set up etc. Really friendly. Sara’s response time was so quick and was happy for us to adapt the menus to our liking. Great communication. Would definitely recommend.