Zest X LDN - Private Chefs
HA9, Wembley
(8)
Zest X LDN - Private ChefsHA9, Wembley
(8)
At Zest X LDN, we pride ourselves on being London's premier private chef service. We specialize in catering for all occasions, from intimate dinner parties to grand birthday celebrations. Our team is dedicated to creating an unforgettable dining experience for you and your guests.
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8 customer reviews
Sam Neblett
Catering
We hired Edward to cater my 40th birthday and everything from initial reach out right through to the end was spectacular! A menu was created for me which included all of my favourite foods and it was so mouthwateringkybdelicious that even the fussy children went up for seconds ! Would highly recommend as I will definitely be using them again. More...
Nicola Henderson
Catering
Edward and his team did such an incredible job at our 40th birthday weekend. They catered for 16 of us for a 3 course dinner and it went above and beyond our expectations. The food was incredible but also the service was impeccable, we were all blown away and will certainly use them again, thank you! More...
Clare
Personal Chef Services
If I could give 10 stars I would! Edward was attentive and brilliant at helping to plan the evening, nothing was too much trouble.
On the night of our dinner party (for 15) Edward and the team took control of everything from preparing the table (they provided all the tableware), serving drinks & canapés to tidying up. The food was fantastic, it tasted great and the presentation was superb. My guests had a wonderful evening and I managed to enjoy the evening properly knowing that the team were taking care of everything and looking after my guests. I really appreciated them coming back the following morning to collect everything so that the party wasn’t disturbed.
Brilliant service and wonderful food. 👏👏
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Ashish Mandavia
I hired Ed and the Zest team on the basis of a recommendation from a friend. He catered for a party of nine guests under exceptionally challenging conditions. The food was remarkable from plating to the taste. Ed's flavour combinations were exciting and he executed the meal with the utmost professionalism - he even makes a great cocktail or two! I would highly recommend him for the future. More...
Barbara
We simply cannot wait to dine with Zest X LDN again. Edward truly managed to put a modern luxurious twist on our favourite foods from the comfort of our own house.
Each dish was deliciously divine and plated beautifully.
Our taste buds salute you,
Barbara and Raj
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Reena M
Wow, Ed has now created multiple amazing dining experiences for us; his flavour combinations and attention to detail makes it the best at home dining experience we’ve had.
He’s also a friendly, kind and patient chef and a joy to have at home. We can’t wait to have you cook for us again soon!
Thank you!
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Carly Rafter
Edward prepared a sensational evening meal for our party of 8. High quality, delicious and wonderfully presented food that had our guests scrambling for his details at the end of the night. Will be using his services again soon. More...
Deena Patel
Personal Chef Services
Brilliant cuisine and first class professionalism. The drunken salmon was especially delicious. Nothing like we’ve had before. He catered so well to pescatarian, some guests insisting on eating meat, gluten free, pregnancy and nut allergies. He took a covid test before his arrival and gave me proof. That was very thoughtful as he knew it was a concern for me. Have already recommended Edward to many and will defo book him again. More...
What’s your signature dish?
Our signature dish has to be our 'Eton Mess' dessert. Everyone describes it as "Summer on a plate", the kick of refreshing basil oil is what completes this dish.
How do you go about creating the perfect menu for your clients?
Everybody has different tastes and needs, which is very important to bear in mind when creating dishes and menus. We will always cater for individual requests but wont ever compromise on quality.
What do you love most about your job?
Getting to showcase people the incredible local produce we have here in Britain whilst creating imaginative & delicious food.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Having worked in some of the worlds top Michelin star restaurants, 5 star hotels and for HNWI I decided it was time to bring my experience into people homes and start a new project for myself.
Why should our clients choose you?
Our priority is quality of service - In the produce we use, the service on the evening and communication relationship leading up to our event together. Don't pay high prices for a chef to source their ingredients in the cheapest possible way as they commonly do - choose us to guarantee a quality experience you can rely on to deliver.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
We have a full mask policy for our staff as well as boosted hygiene protocols.
Pan-Asian tasting menu
Tuna Tartar - Mango X Charred Avocado X Chilli & Lime Dressing X Soy Edamame
Thai Spiced King -Prawns
Tom Yum Sauce X Thai Basil Oil
Miso Black Cod - Seasonal Japanese Greens
Aberdeen Angus Beef Fillet Tataki -Ponzu Dressing X Enoki Mushrooms
24 Hour Braised Char Siu Pork Belly - 5 Spice Seasoned Pork Crackling X Mooli Salad
Matcha White Chocolate Cheesecake - Yuzu Marinated Raspberries
Seasonal Spring 6 Course Tasting Menu With Private Chef & Waiting Staff
Smoked Duck Breast -Cherry Compote X Tarragon Powder X Balsamic Caviar
Pan Fried King Orkney Scallops - Morel Mushroom X Chive Oil X Beurre Blanc
Lemon Thyme & Olive Oil Poached Cod Loin - Charred Spring Greens X Cauliflower Puree X Lemon Thyme Oil
24 Hour Sous Vide Pork Belly - Butternut Squash Puree X Spiced Apple Compote X Toasted Walnut
Herb Crusted Lamb Rack - Pea & Mint Puree X Mustard Crisp X Redcurrant & Rosemary Jus
Rhubarb & Ginger Panna Cotta - Honey Comb X Rhubarb Compote X Crystallised Ginger
Seasonal Summer 6 Course Tasting Menu With Private Chef & Waiting Staff
Spider Crab - Radish X Lemon Emulsion X Dill
Native Lobster Bisque - Torched Lobster Tail X Chilli Oil X Preserved Lemon
Gin Cured & Sous Vide Salmon - Crème Fraiche X Dill Oil X Juniper Seasoning
Seared Duck Breast & Leg Croquette - Cherry & Beetroot Gel X Orange Duck Jus
Aberdeen Angus Beef Short Rib - Celeriac Puree X Confit Shallots X Crispy Shallot X Horseradish X Red Wine Jus
'Eton Mess' - Strawberry & Cream Parfait X Basil Oil X Meringue Shards
Seasonal Autumn 6 Course Tasting Menu With Private Chef & Waiting Staff
Aberdeen Angus Beef Tartar -Truffle Confit Egg Yolk X Smoked Salt
Native Lobster Bisque - Torched Lobster Tail X Chilli Oil X Preserved Lemon
Wild Cornish Turbot - Champagne Beurre Blanc X Charred Samphire
24 Hour Sous Vide Pork Belly - Pumpkin Puree X Spiced Apple Compote X Toasted Walnut
Brown Butter Roasted Guinea Fowl - Seared Breast X Confit Leg Croquette X Brown Butter Sauce X Tarragon Oil
Glenmorangie Caramel Baked Pear - White Chocolate & Fennel Ganache X Fennel Pollen
Seasonal Winter 6 Course Tasting Menu With Private Chef & Waiting Staff
Goats Cheese, Truffle & Pistachio Parfait - Aged Balsamic X Fig X Pear X Pistachio
Venison Loin Carpaccio - Parsnip & Horseradish Crème X Parsnip Crisp X Smoked Salt
Native Lobster Bisque - Torched Lobster Tail X Chilli Oil X Preserved Lemon
Monkfish En Croute - Buttermilk, Chive & Lemon Sauce
72 Hour Braised Beef Cheek - Wild Mushrooms X Hay Smoked Potato Foam X Fennel Seed
Smoked Salt Sticky Toffee Pudding - Black Treacle X Tonka Bean Crème Anglaise
Seasonal Spring 3 Course Menu With Private Chef & Waiting Staff
Starters
Pan Fried Orkney Scallops - Morel Mushroom X Chive Oil X Beurre Blanc
Smoked Duck Terrine - Cherry Compote X Pistachio X Orange & Celeriac Remoulade
Crispy Breaded Hens Egg - Asparagus Veloute X Grilled Asparagus X Smoked Salt (V)
Mains
Herb Crusted Rack Of Lamb - Pea & Mint Puree X Creamy Mashed Potato X Redcurrant & Rosemary Jus
Lemon Thyme Olive Oil Poached Cod Loin - Pommes Anna X Charred Spring Greens X Cauliflower Puree X Lemon Butter Sauce X Lemon Thyme Oil
Grilled Cauliflower Steak - Nasturtium Pesto X Charred Spring Greens X Garlic & Chive Buttered Jersey Royal Potatoes X Cauliflower Puree (V)
Desserts
Rhubarb & Ginger Panna Cotta - Honey Comb X Rhubarb Compote X Crystallised Ginger
Strawberry & Elderflower Cheesecake - Pimm's & Basil Gel
Salted Caramel & Dark Chocolate Tart - Toasted Hazelnut Ice Cream (V)
Seasonal Summer 3 Course Menu With Private Chef & Waiting Staff
Starters
Native Lobster Bisque - Torched Lobster Tail X Chilli Oil X Preserved Lemon
24 Hour Sous Vide Pork Belly - Butternut Squash Puree X Spiced Apple Compote X Toasted Walnut
Pan Seared King Trumpet Mushroom Tart - Truffle Butter Sauce (V)
Mains
Aberdeen Angus Beef Short Rib - Celeriac Puree X Confit Shallots X Crispy Shallot X Horseradish X Red Wine Jus
Loch Duart Salmon En Croute - Purple Sprouting Broccoli X Lemon, Caper & Butter Sauce
Brown Butter Roasted Celeriac - Celeriac Puree X Black Garlic, Celery & Almond Pesto X Lemon Sautéed Swiss Chard (V)
Desserts
'Eton Mess' - Strawberry & Cream Parfait X Basil Oil X Meringue Shards (V)
Black Cherry Bakewell Tart - Cornish Clotted Cream Almond Brittle (V)
Caramelised White Chocolate Mousse - Mint & Basil Syrup X Macerated Raspberries
Seasonal Autumn 3 Course Menu With Private Chef & Waiting Staff
Starters
Aberdeen Angus Beef Tartar - Truffle Confited Egg Yolk X Toasted Brioche
Native Lobster Bisque - Torched Lobster Tail X Chilli Oil X Preserved Lemon
Goats Cheese, Pistachio & Beetroot Parfait - Aged Balsamic X Fig X Pear X Pistachio (V)
Mains
Brown Butter Roasted Guinea Fowl - Braised Baby Leeks X Leg Croquette X Brown Butter Sauce X Tarragon Oil
Wild Cornish Turbot - Pommes Anna X Crispy Kale X Champagne Beurre Blanc X Charred Samphire
Roasted Pumpkin & Pearl Barley Risotto - Parsley Pesto X Toasted Pumpkin Seed X Shaved Chestnuts X Black Truffle (V)
Desserts
Glenmorangie Poached Pear - White Chocolate & Fennel Ganache X Fennel Pollen (V)
Smoked Salt Sticky Toffee Pudding - Black Treacle X Tonka Bean Crème Anglaise (V)
Spiced Pumpkin Pie Baked Alaska - Salted Caramel Ice Cream X Torched Meringue (V)
Seasonal Winter 3 Course Menu With Private Chef & Waiting Staff
Starters
Venison Loin Carpaccio - Parsnip & Horseradish Creme X Parsnip Crisp X Smoked Salt
Native Lobster Bisque - Torched Lobster Tail X Chilli Oil X Preserved Lemon
Caramelised Shallot Tart - Truffle Brie X White Port Reduction (V)
Mains
72 Hour Braised Beef Cheek - Wild Mushrooms X Truffled Mashed Potato X Fennel Seed Roasted Winter Vegetables
Monkfish En Croute - Honey Roasted Heritage Carrots X Buttermilk, Chive & Lemon Sauce
Winter Vegetable Pithivier - Maple Glazed Parsnips X Celeriac Puree X Red Wine Jus (V)
Desserts
Caramel Baked Seasonal Apple - Glazed Blackberries X Lemon Thyme Oil X Salted Creme Fraiche (V)
Smoked Salt Sticky Toffee Pudding - Black Treacle X Tonka Bean Creme Anglaise (V)
Espresso Martini & Dark Chocolate Parfait - Brownie Crumb X Hazelnut Brittle (V)
Seasonal Italian 3 Course Meal With Private Chef & Waiting Staff
Starters
Black Truffle & Burrata Ravioli - Truffle Butter Sauce (V)
Octopus Carpaccio - Sicilian Lemon X Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Pancetta & Mozzarella Arancini - Roasted Garlic Tomato Sauce
Mains
10 Hour Braised Beef Shin Ragu - Pappardelle X Aged Parmesan
Whole Roasted Sea Bass - Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables X Lemon Butter Sauce
Cacio E Pepe - Shaved Pecorino Romano (V)
Desserts
Traditional Tiramisu - Italian Roasted Coffee X Dark Chocolate (V)
Pistachio Cannoli (V)
Sicilian Lemon Panna Cotta
Seasonal French 3 Course Meal With Private Chef & Waiting Staff
Starters
Aberdeen Angus Steak Tartar - Toasted Baguette
Pissaladière X Anchovy X Black Olive X Caramelised Onion
French Onion Soup - Gruyere Crouton (V)
Mains
Beef Bourguignon - Gratin Dauphinoise X Garlic Butter Sautéed Greens
Dover Sole A La Meuniere - Caper Brown Butter Sauce X Garlic Butter Sautéed Greens X Gratin Dauphinoise X Grilled Lemon
Ratatouille Nicosia - Seasonal Pistou (V)
Desserts (V)
Crème Brulee - Raspberry Shortbread
Canelés De Bordeaux - Caramel Sauce X Vanilla Ice
Cream Tarte Au Citron - Wild Berries
