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[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”1_2″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.0.60″ src=”https://www.old.yourprivatechef.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/coda-restaurant-melbourne.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”off” url_new_window=”off” use_overlay=”off” sticky=”off” align=”left” always_center_on_mobile=”on” border_style=”solid” force_fullwidth=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.60″ background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” border_style=”solid”] French-Vietnamese? Modern Australian? Indian-Italian inspired? To be honest, it doesn’t really matter how you categorise Coda, so long as you make sure it’s in the “deliciously inventive” list. When we paid a visit this month, the […]

If there is one country that can rival Australia’s exceptional seafood, it’s Croatia. Scooped up out of the glistening Mediterranean, Croatia’s fish and shellfish are a taste sensation. Don’t believe us? Try Škampina Buzaru. This traditional fisherman’s recipe from the Dalmatian coast is simply scampi cooked in their own juices. But the secret behind the […]

Mouth-watering Canapés Whoever said ‘the best things come in small packages’ must have been talking about canapés. These one-bite wonder shave risen through the culinary ranks and now have the power to make or break any party. With canapés catering breaking new ground, today’s canapés have become an art form; each little bite is an […]

Fresh gourmet food delivered at your door step Rack of lamb with herb mustard crust, goat’s cheese ravioli, pan-fried whiting with curry spiced cauliflower. It reads like the menu of a Michelin-star restaurant, but today these are the kinds of meals you can have delivered to your door. A far cry from the usual pizza, […]

This month we indulged in a family mid-week break to a place whispered to be Australia’s food capital. Yep, you’ve guessed it – Melbourne. Okay, we only live 4km away from the city, but oh how we ate! What we ate: Just about everything! While grandma and David dutifully made our way through the seafood, […]

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”1_2″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.0.60″ src=”https://www.old.yourprivatechef.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/sliced-green-apple.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”off” url_new_window=”off” use_overlay=”off” sticky=”off” align=”center” always_center_on_mobile=”on” border_style=”solid” force_fullwidth=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.60″ background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” border_style=”solid”] As soon as there’s the slightest hint of a winter chill, you’ll find Your Private Chef in the kitchen peeling apples for this homely apple crisp. Just the scent of the cinnamon, nutmeg and apples wafting […]

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.60″ background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” border_style=”solid”] Back to basics: Are you ready for a raw challenge? In today’s culinary world, technology has given us countless ways to cook our food – steam, fry, bake, sauté, roast, barbecue, slow cook, poach, boil, blanche…the list goes on. But have you ever considered putting it all aside […]

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.60″ background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” border_style=”solid”] To market, to market: Why you should eat with the seasons Have you ever noticed that when the weather turns colder, you start craving certain foods? Roasted root veggies, chunky soups and casseroles…yum. Then when summer rolls around, you want foods to cool you down, like refreshing watermelons […]

How a private chef can save you time and money Work is crazy, you haven’t had time to do the shopping, and quite frankly the thought of preparing a healthy meal for you and the family makes every part of your body ache. But what if you could open the fridge to find a variety […]

Why is vegetarian catering keeping us on our toes this winter? Hosting a gourmet catering Melbourne-style dinner party is a great way to get everyone together to celebrate the winter season. It may be cold outside…but we’ve got a sure-fire way to help you beat the winter blues. Eat in season! As well as the […]