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Welcome to Algarve Chef’s Table, an intimate Private Chef Service

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Welcome to Algarve Chef’s Table, an intimate Private Chef Service, where our focus is on creating delicious, memorable and personalized meals, leaving you free to enjoy quality time with family and friends.

Our culinary journey begins with you. Whether you’re craving the rich flavours of regional Portuguese cuisine or seeking the vibrant spices of South-East Asia, celebrating  both tradition and innovation.

Our international menu selections transport you across continents without leaving the comfort of your home. From sun-kissed breakfasts to sophisticated dinner parties, every meal is crafted with passion and precision.

We pride ourselves with the influences from the rich history behind every dish.
We combine fresh, fantastic local, international ingredients, prepared by a dedicated small team that love what they do. No two days are the same, and no two meals are identical.

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what we offer

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Your Personal Chef Experience Jonathan and his Portuguese Sous Chef bring the world to your table, offering an extraordinary culinary adventure in the comfort of your home or holiday villa. With a passion that transforms cooking from a profession to an art form, we deliver exceptional culinary experiences that span the flavors of Portugal, Africa, Asia, Europe, and South America.

Our personalized private chef service goes beyond simply cooking—we handle every aspect of your dining experience, giving you more time to relax and enjoy the experience.

 

    • Personalized menu planning based on your preferences and dietary requirements
    • Sourcing the finest local and seasonal ingredients
    • All grocery shopping and ingredient preparation
    • Complete meal preparation in your kitchen
    • Professional table service (optional)
    • Thorough kitchen cleaning during and after service
    • Storage of leftovers with reheating instructions

 

Whether you need a chef for a single special occasion or full-service throughout your stay, we adapt to your schedule.


Our service options:

  • Single meal (breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner)
  • Multiple daily meals
  • Full-board service for your entire stay
  • Weekly meal planning and preparation
  • Daily or weekly shopping

The Chef’s Table Market Experience

For adventurous food lovers, our signature “Chef’s Table Market” experience offers a unique culinary journey. Chef Jonathan personally visits local markets at dawn, selecting the finest seasonal ingredients to create a surprise menu that showcases the day’s most exceptional produce. It’s a dining experience that celebrates spontaneity and the freshest local ingredients available.

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Retreat catering

With over 60 weeks of retreat chef experience across premier wellness venues in the Algarve, including Casa Fuzeta, Casa 1864, Farm House of the Palms, and Wild View Retreat, Jonathan specializes in crafting nutritious meals tailored to your dietary preferences. Whether with or without protein, we focus on meeting guests needs, supporting their wellness journey, and nourishing clients with delicious, healthy food to enhance their retreat experience.



  • Controlled protein diets
  • Gluten-free cuisine
  • Plant-based, vegan, and vegetarian options
  • Lactose-intolerant friendly meals
  • Local Algarvian and regional Portuguese dishes
  • Sugar-free options
  • International themed menus from around the world




  • Professional and experienced kitchen team
  • Friendly, respectful manner
  • Fresh, locally sourced ingredients
  • Budget-conscious menu planning
  • Flexible meal customization Focus on nutritional goals


Committed to quality, we source fresh, local ingredients while working closely with clients to respect their budget and nutritional objectives. Whether you’re craving authentic Portuguese dishes or international flavors, we deliver professional, creative cuisine with a warm and approachable touch.

Our experienced team thrives in diverse kitchen environments and collaborates seamlessly with a wide range of clients, bringing passion, flexibility, and culinary expertise to every meal we prepare.

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Artisan grazing tables

A grazing table is an indulgent platter or table filled with local delights, premium cold cuts, cheeses, and an array of culinary treasures. Our team is passionate about creating these memorable banquets.
Jonathan personally sources all ingredients, handles the baking and chef’s specialties, while our creative team artfully presents the display. Our grazing tables are perfect for those who enjoy mingling, whether for a cold lunch, dinner, or late-night entertaining. Each meticulously crafted spread is a celebration of local flavors, featuring the finest regional delicacies. No grazing table is ever quite the same, and we’re happy to tailor it to you and your guests’ tastes. The result is both visually stunning and mouthwatering.

Perfect for:

  • Light cold lunches/dinners (ideal for hot sunny days)
  • Corporate events and parties
  • Pre-wedding gatherings
  • Wedding celebrations
  • Intimate gatherings
  • Late-night snacks
  • Bachelor/Bachelorette celebrations


Elevate your event with a stunning spread that tells the story of Portuguese culinary traditions, one bite at a time.

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Fingerfood and Canapes

Global Flavours, Bite-Sized Brilliance
Elevate your gathering with our extraordinary catering experience. Our canapés are a culinary journey that goes beyond traditional appetizers – we bring the world to your plate, one delectable bite at a time.

What We Offer:

  • Vibrant hot and cold canapés that burst with colour and flavour
  • Larger bites inspired by global tapas traditions
  • Specialized Asian and Mediterranean-inspired creations

Perfect for:

  • Pre-wedding gatherings
  • Wedding celebrations
  • Intimate gatherings
  • Late-night snacks


Whether you’re standing, sitting by the pool, or mingling with guests, our canapés are designed for ultimate convenience and enjoyment. Each bite is a conversation starter, carefully crafted to delight your palate and impress your guests.

Complemented by refreshing beverages, our culinary offerings transform any event into an unforgettable
dining experience. We believe in no boundaries – when it comes to flavour, anything goes.

From intimate family gatherings to sophisticated social events, we bring the world to your table, one small
plate at a time

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Pop-up events

For over a decade, we’ve been creating unforgettable dining experiences in extraordinary locations. Our pop-up restaurants transform unique venues into magical dining destinations, from rustic vineyards and working farms to historic factories and elegant villas – even flower shops in London and stunning riads in Marrakech.

Each venue adds its own special atmosphere, with the setting becoming an essential ingredient in the experience. These events are a wonderful way to meet like-minded people who often leave as friends. Jonathan’s menus range from classic British/French cuisine to 9-course Asian tasting experiences, always exploring new flavors from around the world.

Have a special venue in mind? We’re always excited to discover new locations for our next culinary adventure.

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Bespoke catering

Jonathan and team have crafted and catered for some extraordinary culinary experiences over the past 10 years, over 250 events.

We are now focusing our energy on creating unforgettable moments for intimate events, of up to 30
guests. Allowing us to really make it truly bespoke. This unique approach allows us to tailor the menu’s to clients taste.

 

  • Custom and Personalized event catering approach
  • Eye to detail regarding event logistics (inc. a visit to the location in advance)
  • Grazing tables and fun and funky late night snack menus (100ppl max)
  • Intimate Front of house team
  • Menu planning, extremely flexible
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  • Venue recommendations

 

We exclusively focus on one event per day, allowing our handpicked team to deliver excellence without compromise. Our commitment to intimate gatherings of smaller groups enables us to craft every detail with meticulous attention. This intimate approach opens up unique venue possibilities, including the option to host your celebration in a private villa rather than a traditional event space.

With our dedicated events manager Sara at your side, we’ll work closely with you throughout the planning process. Clear communication and collaborative planning ensure we capture your vision perfectly. Our passionate team prides itself on transforming each celebration into an extraordinary culinary journey that leaves lasting impressions..

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Funky street food

Ditch the ordinary. Our theme parties are a culinary adventure that brings the world’s street food to your event, with playful creativity and authentic global flavors. From authentic Bangkok street food to the London ‘Pie and Mash’ shop with a twist.

Authentically crafted dishes from around the world, these menus are designed to be a spot of fun, with funky descriptions that make for a real talking point, served in a relaxed street vendor style. Forget pretentious – although the menus may make you giggle, the food speaks for itself. Jonathan has picked some of his favorite go-to street foods from his travels and adventures. The menus are tailored for larger numbers; we cater for groups from 20-100 guests. Perfectly suited for pool parties, entertaining groups of friends or family with a relaxed vibe. Not forgetting wedding after-parties – after a long day when the party is winding down, our late night menu is just heating up. We have crafted the ultimate ‘munchie menus’ to keep your guests energized and entertained, a great way to soak up some booze!

No two events are the same. We create a culinary journey that’s as unique as your celebration.

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The Cornish Pastry Co.

A taste of traditional British baking, crafted the old-fashioned way. Born from Jonathan’s Cornish heritage and passion for proper pastries, The Cornish Pastry Co. specializes in handmade savory delights that would make your grandmother proud.

Every item in our range is lovingly made from scratch, just like they used to be. Our selection includes traditional Cornish pasties, gourmet pies filled with seasonal ingredients, interesting fillings, perfectly flaky sausage rolls, rich quiches, and both sweet and savoury scones. Each recipe has been perfected to capture the authentic taste and texture that only comes from traditional methods and quality ingredients.

Available for pre-order or catering at your next event, our pastries are perfect for everything from business lunches and dinner parties to late-night event snacks. Please note that all orders require advance booking to ensure we can prepare your pastries fresh and to your specifications.

Private Chef

Your Personal Chef Experience Jonathan and his Portuguese Sous Chef bring the world to your table, offering an extraordinary culinary adventure in the comfort of your home or holiday villa. With a passion that transforms cooking from a profession to an art form, we deliver exceptional culinary experiences that span the flavors of Portugal, Africa, Asia, Europe, and South America.

Our personalized private chef service goes beyond simply cooking—we handle every aspect of your dining experience, giving you more time to relax and enjoy the experience.


  • Personalized menu planning based on your preferences and dietary requirements
  • Sourcing the finest local and seasonal ingredients
  • All grocery shopping and ingredient preparation
  • Complete meal preparation in your kitchen
  • Professional table service (optional)
  • Thorough kitchen cleaning during and after service
  • Storage of leftovers with reheating instructions


Whether you need a chef for a single special occasion or full-service throughout your stay, we adapt to your schedule.

Our service can include:

  • Single meal (breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner)
  • Multiple daily meals
  • Full-board service for your entire stay
  • Weekly meal planning and preparation
  • Daily or weekly shopping
  • The Chef’s Table Market Experience

    For adventurous food lovers, our signature “Chef’s Table Market” experience offers a unique culinary journey. Chef Jonathan personally visits local markets at dawn, selecting the finest seasonal ingredients to create a surprise menu that showcases the day’s most exceptional produce. It’s a dining experience that celebrates spontaneity and the freshest local ingredients available.