Chef Christopher Laurie - Private Chef in Essex — Local services in Braintree

From the initial enquiry, the communications with Chris were both speedy and accommodating. I really wanted a Chef who would not only come in to cook a pre-wedding dinner on the Friday, but return Saturday morning to accommodate a running brunch to ensure everyone had been well fed before the proceedings. This was in a hired barn accommodation so I had no idea how well it would be equipped but Chris loves a challenge. We were a party of 12 for dinner and last minute allergens were responded to with a no problem attitude. Chris worked with me to create a menu that reflected some of our sons favourite dishes with everything cooked and served perfectly. Chris arrived in rural Essex at 18.45 and by 19.45 the room had been transformed and we were sat with a fabulous amuse bouche in front of us. On Saturday he was spot on with having the most amazing plates of Full English in front of 14 people as we trickled in from our wedding day appoinments, which everyone appreciated. Even when my son suddenly asked if he could rustle up something for his photographer, Chris pulled it out of the bag! Because of the service Chris provided, I had the most chilled out weekend of hosting a large group and was able to enjoy the...

We first had the pleasure of meeting Chris at a Burnt Chef Project fundraising event where he was part of the chef team. In talking to Chris we found out he is a Private Chef, and so my wife booked him for part of my 60th Birthday celebrations. What a fabulous evening we and our guests had! Our menu comprised delicious canapes and three courses from Chris' Autumn menu. Our vegetarian guest was well catered for, with full flavoured dishes. Not only was Chris' food amazing, our guests really enjoyed chatting with him and hearing about his culinary journey of 25 years. Some photos attached of Chris' stunning food. The whole evening was safely in Chris' hands - from laying the table, providing crockery, glassware and leaving our kitchen spotless when he left. Everyone had a thoroughly fabulous evening and we will definitely be booking Chris again. If you are considering booking a Private Chef, then look no further than Chris Laurie and get that booking in, as he is rightly in...

Simply put, we had a fantastic evening! Never have we had an experience like this and didn’t really know what to expect from it. From the moment Chris arrived we didn’t need to lift a finger! So well organised and it wasn’t just the food that made it special. The table was decorated beautifully with quality glassware, cutlery, and crockery. The centre piece was stunning and really transformed our dining space (all set up and provided by the chef). The food was exquisite and the dietary requirements we had within our party were no problem at all. Three beautiful courses with the ingredients and construction all explained to us as it was served. It looked as good as it tasted. The whole experience was just amazing and Chris’ personality and attention to service was just so refreshing and really made the experience worth while for us. Great food, great service, great experience and will 100% recommend and use again! Thanks Chris for such a...