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Celebrate Easter with a Private Chef
This year, why not elevate your Easter celebration by hiring a private chef?

Mike Fishpen
Mar 122 min read


Celebrate Valentines, Galentine's or Palentine's with a Private Chef
What better way to thank people this Valentine's than to throw an amazing dinner party with a Private Chef.

Mike Fishpen
Feb 43 min read


Embracing the Elegance: Why Hiring a Private Chef for the Cheltenham Festival is a Brilliant Idea
Let’s dive into why hiring a private chef for the Cheltenham Festival is a recipe for an unforgettable experience.

Mike Fishpen
Jan 293 min read

Elevate Your New Year's Eve Celebration with a Private Chef
If you're looking to impress your guests and create an unforgettable experience, consider booking Mike Fishpen Private Chef .

Mike Fishpen
Dec 9, 20243 min read


What to look for when booking a Private Chef?
When booking a private chef to come into your home and cook a delicious meal for family and friends, it can possibly feel like a huge risk.
Mike Fishpen
Jun 7, 20243 min read


Creating Your Perfect Private Chef Menu
When commissioning a Private Chef to create an amazing dinner party for you, it’s a slightly different proposition to entertaining at home.
Mike Fishpen
Mar 19, 20242 min read


What are the Food Trends for 2024?
Did you know that each year Mike refreshes his personal chef menus twice a year, to stay in line with food trends?
Mike Fishpen
Jan 9, 20243 min read


Why We Celebrate New Year’s Eve
We all have our eyes set on the big day of Christmas, plus all the fun lead up events .But when do we start to think about New Year’s Eve?
Mike Fishpen
Oct 9, 20233 min read


A Private Chef’s Tour of Japan
As our tastes and appetites for new foods continue to grow, it is important as a private chef to keep on researching new cuisines.
Mike Fishpen
Jul 24, 20233 min read


It's Barbecue Season - Time to Hire a Private Chef
If you want to create a special occasion when you arrange your next Barbecue you may like to consider hiring the services of a private chef.
Mike Fishpen
Jun 7, 20233 min read


The Real Cost of Hiring a Private Chef
When you hire a private chef to come to your home, we at Mike Fishpen, know how important this is to you.
Mike Fishpen
May 9, 20233 min read


A Walk Through Mike’s New Private Chef Menu for Spring/Summer 2023
If you are planning an event this spring or summer in The Cotswolds, booking a private chef will take your event to the next level.
Mike Fishpen
Apr 12, 20233 min read


The Art of Baking from a Private Chef
Baking bread with yeast is one of Mike’s favourite culinary past times and here are a few of his top tips.
Mike Fishpen
Feb 8, 20234 min read


Tips for Hosting a New Year’s Eve Party from a Private Chef
What a way to bring in the New Year with an amazing dinner party, prepared by a Private Chef with your favourite people.
Mike Fishpen
Dec 5, 20223 min read


How to Throw the Perfect Christmas Party
So, what better way to entertain your friends and family with a Christmas Dinner Party, catered by your own personal chef?
Mike Fishpen
Nov 3, 20223 min read


Restaurant Chef at Home Vs Private Chef in Your Home
How do chef at home kits compare to having a private chef, cooking a freshly prepared meal in your home?
Mike Fishpen
Oct 6, 20223 min read


Booking a Private Chef in the Energy Crisis
Hiring a private chef to come to your home is a luxury, but when you have a special event to celebrate using a private chef could save money
Mike Fishpen
Sep 8, 20222 min read


Upgrade Your UK Holiday with a Private Chef
Did you know, that as Mike is based in the Cotswolds, he offers private chef catering in many holiday homes across the area?
Mike Fishpen
Jul 1, 20222 min read


Why You Need Mike’s Three Course Personal Chef Menu at Your Dinner Party
Everyone that comes to visit Mike Fishpen’s personal chef website, almost certainly looks at the menus, and why wouldn’t you?
Mike Fishpen
Jun 15, 20223 min read


It's Barbecue Season, Hire a Private Chef
There’s nothing that says summer is here than a barbecue.
Mike Fishpen
Apr 11, 20222 min read
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