Chef Isabel Grobler

Chef At Home in Cape Town

I am a professionally trained private chef based in Cape Town, with a background in classical culinary training and experience in some of South Africa’s renowned kitchens. I studied at the Institute of Culinary Arts and completed industry training at FYN and La Colombe in Constantia, where I developed a strong foundation in fine dining, precision and creative cuisine.

With three years of experience as a private chef, I have developed a style that combines French and Asian influences with South African ingredients and flavours. I also specialise in pastry and enjoy creating refined, seasonal dishes that are both visually beautiful and full of character.

My approach to cooking goes beyond the food itself. I believe in creating a complete dining experience—personalised, luxurious and relaxed—whether I am cooking in a client’s home, catering a private event or transforming a holiday villa into an intimate fine-dining experience.

For me, cooking is...

For me, cooking is the art of bringing people together through flavour, creativity, and unforgettable experiences.

I learned to cook at...

I studied at the Institute of Culinary arts and completed professional training in the industry at Fyn restaurant as head of pastry and at La Colombe.