Isla cooks Cape Town- private chef experience

Private Cape Town meals, made with love and my signature sunshine-inspired style. All meals are prepared fresh in your kitchens. Only Atlantic seaboard and close surrounds
Chef in Cape Town
Provided at your home

Bougie breakfast spread

Start your holiday right with a beautiful breakfast spread waiting at your Airbnb on arrival. The menu includes: • Artisanal pastries • Seasonal fruit platter • Freshly pressed juice • Homemade granola with yoghurt Serving suggestions and reheating instructions are included to ensure a seamless, stress-free brunch.
£41 £41 per guest
Minimum £134 to book

Dine in boxes

Take the hassle out of stocking your Airbnb fridge and let Isla Cooks Cape Town do the heavy lifting. Each Dine-In Box is freshly prepared and can be tailored to your dietary preferences, or you can choose from our beautifully curated menus featuring South African, Greek, Italian, or Asian-inspired dishes. Everything is ready to enjoy with minimal effort — all the flavour, none of the fuss.
£43 £43 per guest
Minimum £134 to book

Modern comfort

• Starter: Trout Tartare, Mango Salsa, Coriander Oil, Crispy Shallots, Lime Aioli • Main: Crispy Pork Belly, Pea Purée, Baby Carrots with Brown Butter, Herbed Salad, Vermouth Jus • Dessert: White Chocolate Parfait, Melon in Citrus Syrup, Caramelised White Chocolate Crumble
£58 £58 per guest
Minimum £232 to book

French fare

A refined French-inspired menu with classic technique and a modern twist. • Seared prawns Cauliflower purée, apple gel, pancetta crumb, served in shell • Chicken Ballotine Mushroom duxelles, pommes Anna, wilted greens, truffle velouté • Strawberry & Rosé Tartlet White chocolate crémeux, glazed strawberries, rose petals
£63 £63 per guest
Minimum £125 to book

La Isla Vita

A modern take on rustic Italian classics — elegant, flavour-packed, and seasonal. Starter Heirloom tomato & burrata, basil, parmesan crisp. Main Herb-stuffed chicken roulade, polenta, caponata, balsamic glaze. Dessert Deconstructed tiramisu with chocolate & espresso.
£63 £63 per guest
Minimum £134 to book

South African food journey

South African Fine Dining Tasting Menu Celebrating local flavour with elegance and creativity Amuse bouche Savoury Doughnut with biltong pâté, blueberry-rooibos gel, crispy shallots, and micro herbs. First Course Ostrich Tataki with naartjie ponzu, microgreen salad and crispy leeks. Main Ribeye sweet potato fondant, roasted beetroot in buchu vinaigrette, wild rocket, and Pinotage jus. Dessert South African dessert plate
£67 £67 per guest
Minimum £375 to book
You can message Isla to customise or make changes.

5.0 out of 5 stars, from 15 reviews

My qualifications

15 years of experience
I'm a passionate recipe developer, private chef, and food consultant.
Career highlight
I worked for seven years as a pastry chef for Bill Granger's group Granger & Co.
Education and training
I hold a City and Guilds qualification in patisserie.
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

My specialities

I’ll come to you

I travel to guests in the area outlined on the map. To book in a different location, you can message me.

Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests aged 2 and up can attend.

Accessibility

Message your host for details. Learn more

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 3 days before the start time for a full refund.
£81 From £81 per guest
Free cancellation

Chefs on Airbnb are vetted for quality

Chefs are evaluated for their professional experience, portfolio of creative menus and reputation for excellence. Learn more
See an issue?

Isla cooks Cape Town- private chef experience

Private Cape Town meals, made with love and my signature sunshine-inspired style. All meals are prepared fresh in your kitchens. Only Atlantic seaboard and close surrounds
Chef in Cape Town
Provided at your home
£81 From £81 per guest
Free cancellation

Bougie breakfast spread

Start your holiday right with a beautiful breakfast spread waiting at your Airbnb on arrival. The menu includes: • Artisanal pastries • Seasonal fruit platter • Freshly pressed juice • Homemade granola with yoghurt Serving suggestions and reheating instructions are included to ensure a seamless, stress-free brunch.
£41 £41 per guest
Minimum £134 to book

Dine in boxes

Take the hassle out of stocking your Airbnb fridge and let Isla Cooks Cape Town do the heavy lifting. Each Dine-In Box is freshly prepared and can be tailored to your dietary preferences, or you can choose from our beautifully curated menus featuring South African, Greek, Italian, or Asian-inspired dishes. Everything is ready to enjoy with minimal effort — all the flavour, none of the fuss.
£43 £43 per guest
Minimum £134 to book

Modern comfort

• Starter: Trout Tartare, Mango Salsa, Coriander Oil, Crispy Shallots, Lime Aioli • Main: Crispy Pork Belly, Pea Purée, Baby Carrots with Brown Butter, Herbed Salad, Vermouth Jus • Dessert: White Chocolate Parfait, Melon in Citrus Syrup, Caramelised White Chocolate Crumble
£58 £58 per guest
Minimum £232 to book

French fare

A refined French-inspired menu with classic technique and a modern twist. • Seared prawns Cauliflower purée, apple gel, pancetta crumb, served in shell • Chicken Ballotine Mushroom duxelles, pommes Anna, wilted greens, truffle velouté • Strawberry & Rosé Tartlet White chocolate crémeux, glazed strawberries, rose petals
£63 £63 per guest
Minimum £125 to book

La Isla Vita

A modern take on rustic Italian classics — elegant, flavour-packed, and seasonal. Starter Heirloom tomato & burrata, basil, parmesan crisp. Main Herb-stuffed chicken roulade, polenta, caponata, balsamic glaze. Dessert Deconstructed tiramisu with chocolate & espresso.
£63 £63 per guest
Minimum £134 to book

South African food journey

South African Fine Dining Tasting Menu Celebrating local flavour with elegance and creativity Amuse bouche Savoury Doughnut with biltong pâté, blueberry-rooibos gel, crispy shallots, and micro herbs. First Course Ostrich Tataki with naartjie ponzu, microgreen salad and crispy leeks. Main Ribeye sweet potato fondant, roasted beetroot in buchu vinaigrette, wild rocket, and Pinotage jus. Dessert South African dessert plate
£67 £67 per guest
Minimum £375 to book
You can message Isla to customise or make changes.

5.0 out of 5 stars, from 15 reviews

My qualifications

15 years of experience
I'm a passionate recipe developer, private chef, and food consultant.
Career highlight
I worked for seven years as a pastry chef for Bill Granger's group Granger & Co.
Education and training
I hold a City and Guilds qualification in patisserie.
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

My specialities

I’ll come to you

I travel to guests in the area outlined on the map. To book in a different location, you can message me.

Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests aged 2 and up can attend.

Accessibility

Message your host for details. Learn more

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 3 days before the start time for a full refund.

Chefs on Airbnb are vetted for quality

Chefs are evaluated for their professional experience, portfolio of creative menus and reputation for excellence. Learn more
See an issue?