My food philosophy is rooted in sustainability, creativity, and connection with a focus on seasonal produce and refined balance.
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Michelin-trained and globally experienced, I bring a refined, modern approach to private dining—where every dish tells a story of craft, connection, and seasonality.
Originally from the UK, Emrys began his culinary journey in Europe before moving to Australia, where he went on to lead the kitchens of luxury resorts and award-winning hatted restaurants. His food philosophy is defined by precision, creativity, and respect for the ingredients, celebrating the very best of local and sustainably sourced Australian produce.
Each menu is tailored to the moment—crafted around the people, place, and purpose of the occasion. Whether it’s an intimate tasting menu, a long-table dinner, or a bespoke corporate event, I curate an experience that feels both elegant and personal, with an uncompromising attention to detail and presentation.
Based in Sydney I continue to evolve my craft through collaboration, technique, and a deep commitment to excellence—bringing the finesse of fine dining into the warmth of private hospitality.
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In their guests' words
Chef Emrys was incredible. He provided an excellent menu that was of restaurant quality for my husband’s birthday. The food was presented beautifully and tasted amazing. Best tasting meal we’ve had out of our kitchen! He was friendly and warm and left the kitchen absolutely spotless which we really appreciated. We would definitely recommend Emrys to others looking for a great meal and an excellent experience.
Chef Emrys was wonderful! My husband and I shared a romantic dinner at home before our first bub arrives in a few weeks. Chef Emrys was attentive and flexible to our dietary limitations and was extremely professional on the day. Thanks for sharing your experience and stories- it was a memorable night!
A wonderful dinner with incredibly presented and tasteful food. Emrys was swift and left no stone unturned. 10/10
Emrys was great. the food was beautifully prepared and presented. The food tasted fabulous, Emrys was easy to talk to, and the evening was quite special. Absolutely recommend Emrys to everyone.
An exceptional experience for a romantic dinner at home. As a first-time experience, it exceeded all expectations, and I would highly recommend Chef Emrys’ services. The presentation was outstanding, and the overall experience was truly memorable. I would not hesitate to book again in the future.
From start to finish, Emrys made this experience so incredibly special for me and my friends. The communication was immaculate the vibes are immaculate and I can’t even begin to describe how incredibly delicious and fun and exciting the food was. He made it so easy for us and so special. And it made our friends birthday a forever memory. …
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