Chef Paula Mainstone

Private Chef in Cape Town

31Services completed

4.75 / 5Based on 10 reviews

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Cape TownI travel up to 10 km

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Passionate cook who loves to make people happy with food and wine

I do not have any formal training but have a passion for food, wine and people. I love reading recipe books, watching cooking programs and eating out and trying new dishes. For the last 5 and a half years I have been working part time at an interactive cooking school where we do interactive cooking sessions with guests, corporate team builds, masterchef cook offs, kids parties, private catering, private cooking sessions at peoples homes.,etc, etc. We cook different types of cuisine and work on new recipes constantly. I love the buzz of cooking in a big group but I also love working privately in someones home with the family/guests, either cooking for them or having them cook some elements with me. I also love guiding/teaching people who are not confident cooking on their own for their guests, but love entertaining. This is why, now I would love to do more private cheffing.

More about me

For me, cooking is...

My passion, my life and the kitchen is my 'happy place"

I learned to cook at...

Home, then Ginger & Lime cooking Studio and now at The Kitchen Collective

A cooking secret...

Taste, taste, taste and then 'gooi'

Types of cuisine I prepare

Mediterranean
Seafood/Fish
Fusion
Chef's special
Italian

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Chef Paula's reviews

4.75

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31 services

Paula prepared an excellent meal for 10 and was wonderful to work with from start to finish. Communication was excellent, and she was extremely flexible with the menu. She went above and beyond to source the food and drinks we requested. Most importantly, everything was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. Paula brought such a warm, happy energy to the evening and helped make it a truly special experience. Highly recommend her!

Chef Paula and her sous chef Richard, were amazing! From start to finish, the dishes were beautifully prepared and served. Everything was beyond perfection! It was such a special evening, being spoilt with delectable food in the comfort of your own home. Thank you for an unforgettable experience.

Paula was amazing and her food was delicious! Richard and Paula were wonderful on the night - polite, friendly and professional. Paula’s engagement leading up to our evening was responsive, flexible and incredibly willing. I would highly recommend Paula.

Chef Paula exceeded all of our expectations. She prepared an amazing meal for my wife's birthday, which was thoroughly enjoyed by our whole family. Everything was at an incredibly high standard, from the presentation of the dishes to the unique taste combinations and taste of the food, and it was truly amazing to be able to experience this in the comfort of our own home. Thank you Chef Paula!

The canapes, starters and main courses were 10/10 and we all loved them. The dessert 8/10 Would recommend Paula

Chef Paula was amazing! She was genuine, very patient and accommodating of all our requests and last minute changes. Her good was amazing and we really enjoyed every dish. Overall her service was perfect, she really made sure we had a great evening and special start to our holiday. Will always recommend her to other friends! Thank you Chef Paula!

Paula was fantastic! We wanted a dinner experience, not merely a dinner. We were invited to sit around in the kitchen while she prepared/cooked the food. She was great at explaining how she prepared the food so that we may attempt to duplicate it once we return home. The food was incredible! Paula was so friendly, personable, and engaging; I can’t imagine a better experience. I can’t recommend Paula enough.

Great experience!!

Chef Paula was AMAZING! We worked together to craft a menu for my wife's 40th birthday, and she brought it to life! Highly recommend Chef Paula for YOUR next gathering!!

Paula came to our house and prepared a very special meal for us. The ingredients were fresh, high quality and presentation was excellent. Very happy with the meal, desert was amazing. Would happily recommend and use again.