Private Chef in Upington
Rent one of our 17 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















How much does a private chef cost in Upington?
For 6 people in Upington, a private chef costs less than dinner out.
AVERAGE PRICE · 6 GUESTS
7 098 ZAR
1 183 ZAR per guest · everything included
What's included
- Chef comes to you
- All ingredients sourced and bought
- Full meal cooked in your kitchen
- Spotless kitchen afterwards
HERE'S THE REAL BREAKDOWN
- 2 guests1 631ZAR / guest = 3 262 ZAR total
- 4 guests1 183ZAR / guest = 4 732 ZAR total
- 6 guests1 183ZAR / guest = 7 098 ZAR total
- 8 guests876ZAR / guest = 7 008 ZAR total
- 10 guests876ZAR / guest = 8 760 ZAR total
- 13+ guests820ZAR / guest = 10 660 ZAR total
How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dream meal, including type of cuisine, preferences, and intolerances.
Receive menu proposals
Our chefs will design menus based solely on your wants and needs.
Get chatty with your chefs
Don't be shy about exchanging some messages with your chefs until your perfect menu is ready!
Book your experience
Once you are happy with your choice, submit your payment to secure your experience.
Enjoy!
All there is left to do is count down the days till your culinary experience begins!
Find your chef
Customize your request and start talking with your chefs.
17 Private Chefs in Upington
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More than 300 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4,3 Chef
The guests in Upington have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4,3.
4,36 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Upington received an average score of 4,36.
4,51 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4,51 average score.
4,35 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Upington has been scored with a 4,35 on average.
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50 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Upington
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








White wine and citrus steamed mussels, baguette
Salt and pepper squid, chilli pineapple, ginger, lime
Sashimi, citrus, radish, cucumber, ponzu dressing
Beetroot and gin cured trout, chevin, fennel, passion fruit,crispy kataifi
Fresh oysters, vietnamese dressing
Tempura prawn, pad thai salad, crispy ginger, chilli oil
Red thai fish curry, crispy chilli shallots, coconut rice, asian slaw, pineapple, basil salsa
Creamy white wine, garlic, chilli seafood linguini ,arugula, parmesan
Honey-soy catch of the day, ginger butternut purée, steamed seasonal vegetables, pickled onion
Catch of the day, thyme butter potato fondant, seasonal vegetables, chermoula / lemon butter sauce
Pan seared kingklip, minted pea puree, pea salsa, pea pesto, mange tout, pea fritters, crisp pancetta
Lemon posset, raspberry coulis, pistachio
Caramelised pear, chocolate mousse, walnut crumble
Apple pie, miso caramel, pistachio ice cream
Malva pudding, creme anglaise, vanilla ice cream
Chocolate fondant, berry coulis, nut crumble, berry frozen yoghurt
White chocolate and passion fruit crème brûlée, passion fruit sorbet
Sausage roll wreath, served with a tomato salsa
Baked camembert with bacon-wrapped bread sticks
Smoked salmon with beetroot & vodka creme fraiche
Stuffed mushroom caps with cream cheese, herbs and panko bread crumbs
Blue cheese and pear tartlets
Turkey roast with 3 sides and 2 starches
Leg of lamb with mint sauce and roast potatoes
Lemon and butter whole chicken on coconut rice and 2 salads
Standing rib roast(prime rib) served with red wine jus and 3 sides
Rosemary garlic rack of lamb, served with mushroom risotto and 2 veggies
Gammon deglazed with cherry sauce
Warm sticky toffee pudding served with homemade custard
Black forest cake served with a decadent berry sauce
Pavlova with fresh cream and seasonal fruit
Christmas pudding
Traditional triffle
Canapés: cerviche - raw fish in citrus juice with chilli, red onion and fresh coriander ; seared beef fillet crostini
Fish or vegetarian tacos: soft tortillas filled with crispy fried fish/corn, slaw, jalapeño,sauce and fresh coriander
Beef bobotie empanada served with sweet chilli relish
Pulled pork or chicken enchilada dip served with toasted tortillas or nachos, pico de gallo, guacomole,
Vegetarian feast: refried beans, charred corn, pickled red cabbage, warmed tortillas, salsa, avocado, pickled jalapeños, mexican rice, pico de gallo
Pollo guisado chicken stew, with rice and seasonal veg
Slow cooked birria beef, served with rice, seasonal veg sides and toasted flat breads
Churros
Homemade hummus
Marinated olives
Festive beetroot and whipped ricotta-roasted beet, creamy ricotta, walnuts and balsamic glaze
Charred garlic prawns — grilled prawns, garlic, chilli & lemon
Prosciutto & melon bites — sweet melon, cured ham & fresh herbs
Whipped gigante beans — with roasted red pepper, oregano, and olive oil
Sicilian caponata — rustic eggplant stew with pine nuts, golden raisins, and agrodolce glaze (vegan)
Honey-glazed gammon — roasted gammon, pineapple & festive glaze
Rosemary roasted potatoes
Butternut & cranberry roast
Grilled seasonal veg
Italian garden salad
African chakalaka
African-inspired tomato & avocado salad – ripe tomatoes, avocado, red onion, coriander, chilli and lemon dressing
Fresh fruit grazing board
Warm christmas apple crumble — spiced apples, oat crumble & vanilla cream
Mini pavlova – crisp meringue, whipped cream, fresh berries and passion fruit
Marinated peppers
Marinated red and yellow peppers
Fresh tomato and balsamic soup
Linefish carpaccio with asian dressing
Grilled aubergine and parmesan with mortadella and prosciutto
Gaspacho with raw vegetables and golden croutons
Vitello tonato, roquette and parmigiano
Grilled linefish with venere rice, pak choi and jalapeño sauce
Rack of lamb, gratin dauphinoi, fine beans and rosemary jus
Braised lamb shank provencal way, homemade potato puree
Pork belly with crackling, pak choi and home made gnocchi
Beef picania chimichurri, potato darphin and sauteed mushrooms
Chicken filled with mushrooms in potato cage, sauteed spinach
Butterfly chicken marinated with lemon and ginger, roasted baby potato and vegetables
Prawns wrapped with tagliatelle and truffle sauce, watercress and rocket salad
Risotto al fungi or milanese
Grilled linefish sauteed vegetables and saffron beurre blanc
Cointreau fruit salad
Couintreau fruit salad
Fresh fruits salad
Pavlova with fresh fruits
Lime granite with marinated honey and vanilla citrus fruits,
Caramelized apple on puff pastry, vanilla ice cream
Hierloom tomato & avo stack served with basil oil, micro greens and preserved lemon
Chargrilled mielies on a bed of grilled bringal mash
Roastered butternut & citrus salad, garnished with toasted pumpkin seeds, arugula and a cutrus vinaigrette
Salmon and cucumber roulade with crème fraîche
A trio of bruscetta: 3 indulgent bruscetta with a variety of toppings
Warm asparagus & parmesan tart shortcrust tart filled with spring asparagus, leeks, and aged cheese
Balsamic & honey glazed lamb chop served with butterbean mash
Bbq steak slices served with buttered puree, and 2 braai sides
Beef short rib braised in dark miso and red wine, accompanied by french potato puree
Beef fillet with butternut& sage purèe and red wine jus
Grilled line fish – served with herbed lemon butter, cherry tomato confit and aromatic couscous
Avocado chocolate mousse topped with fresh berries
Crème brûlée vanilla bean, crisp caramel top
Refined malva pudding amarula custard
Berry panna cotta with vanilla crème
Salt and pepper squid, chilli pineapple, ginger, ponzu aioli
Baked camembert, fynbos honeyed pancetta, walnut, baguette
Springbok carpaccio, pickled shimeji, shitaki emulsion, caper berries, parmesan, basil oil
Spinach, ricotta and wild mushroom phyllo parcel, peppadew coulis
Sweet corn and basil soup, corn chips, guacamole, crisp pancetta
Biltong spiced ostrich fillet, caramelised sweet potato, baby vegetables, fig and peppercorn sauce
Rosemary garlic lamb cutlets, duck fat roast potatoes, fine beans, flaked almond, baby carrots, truffle cream
Harissa roast chicken, pilau, mediterranean roast vegetables, pan jus
Red thai seafood curry, crispy shallots, coconut rice, asian slaw, pineapple basil salsa
Creamy white wine, garlic, chilli seafood linguini, arugula salad
Chocolate fondant, berry coulis, hazelnut crumble, berry frozen yoghurt
Caramelised pear, chocolate mousse, walnut crumble
White chocolate and passion fruit crème brûlée, passion fruit sorbet
Apple pie, miso caramel, vanilla ice cream
Lemon posset, raspberry coulis, pistachio
Spiced pan fried fish with buttery mash
Harissa chicken shish kebab with couscous
African fish stew
Antipasti of buffalo mozzarella, grilled peaches, parma ham, fresh basil, balsamic glaze and toasted pine nuts
Samp arancini with a dhanya chutney
Butter chicken or masala steak tacos with tzatziki and red onion salsa
Beef rump roast with chermoula, served with parmesan fried plantain seasonal veg
Lamb tagine with couscous/tabouleh
Roast beef fillet with fondant yam, veg and habanero jus
Roast lamb with potatoes, veg and mahummara sauce
Pork belly with apple windows, mash and veg
Braai menu: grilled lamb, beef steak or sticky bbq beef/pork ribs, shisa chicken, boerewors (local sausage) grilled veg like braai mushroom or aubergine for vegetarian, chakalaka, braai mielies (corn) with salads: pesto potato salad, fresh green salad
Cape malay chicken and lamb curry with rice, sambals, naan bread and/or roti
South african malva pudding with ice cream
Cherry chocolate tart with dark chocolate ice cream
Cape brandy pudding with vanilla ice cream
Chocolate pots with chantilly cream and seasonal berries
Milktart
A personal chef for any occasion in Upington
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Upington in December 2018, more than 17 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Upington and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Northern Cape.
Starting in 2018, 339 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Upington. To book your chef in Upington, just share your event details in our form. Receive proposals from top chefs and chat with them until you find your match.
Up until today, our chefs have shared 50 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 5 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4,34 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 339 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Upington usually book menus around 1 274 ZAR per person, including 4,6 courses, sharing an average of 4,25 messages with their chefs. If you've never had a chef at home but want to add an extra spice to your next celebration, just rent a chef in Upington.












Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Upington.
What does a private chef service include in Upington?
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Upington?
The price of renting a chef in Upington can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 820 ZAR to 1 631 ZAR. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 820 ZAR per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 876 ZAR per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 1 183 ZAR per person, and for 2 people, the price is 1 631 ZAR per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
How can I hire a private chef in Upington?
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
How can I find a private chef near me?
There are currently 17 chefs available in Upington. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Upington who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service?
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Does the chef cook at my house?
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Can I cook along with the chef?
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Are the ingredients fresh?
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
How much should I tip my private chef in Upington?
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.








Key information about our chefs in Upington
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How many chef services are booked in Upington each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Upington, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Upington.
Cost of a private chef in Upington
The cost of hiring a private chef in Upington can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 820 ZAR to 1 631 ZAR per person.
For 13 people or more: 820 ZAR
For 7 to 12 people: 876 ZAR
For 3 to 6 people: 1 183 ZAR
For 2 people: 1 631 ZAR.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Upington?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Upington: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Chef's special, but you can have anything you want (our surprise menu will cover that!).
Beyond these six types of cuisine, our private chefs personalize diverse menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Our private chefs can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction and suggest other cuisines or fusion dishes. Submit your request and hire a chef in Upington!






Talk to our chefs in Upington
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Upington? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Upington, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.










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