Chef Joshua Clarke

I create art on the plate—bringing global flavors to life with fine-dining technique and heartfelt hospitality.

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Zayne Mthethwa

I craft world-cuisine experiences with African roots and fine-dining precision.

Chef John

I cook out of a small private kitchen in Cape Town. Most of what I do is for other people's important days — weddings, birthdays, funerals, the long Sunday lunches that turn into dinner. But I also cook regularly at people's homes, prep weekly meals for busy households, and teach cooking classes for anyone who wants to learn what happens behind the stove. I trained in restaurant kitchens before going private, because I wanted the food to feel personal again — fewer covers, more conversation, real care about what lands on the plate. My cooking leans seasonal and ingredient-led: Cape produce, a Cape Malay backbone, and a soft spot for the slow-cooked stuff. If you have a dish from home you want done well, bring it to me. We'll figure it out together.

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Chef John
For me, cooking is the ability to create art through food cooking like my grandma, refined to fine-dining standards.

I bring artistry, training, and care to every course I serve.

I turn tradition into fine-dining art.

Cooking is my way of creating art through food—rooted in the soulful style I learned from my grandma and elevated with fine-dining standards, detail, and presentation.

I’ve refined my skills through home and formal training.

I learned to cook at home and refined my skills at a culinary institution, shaping my technique and discipline so I can deliver consistent, high-level dining experiences.

I lead with respect for ingredients.

My secret in the kitchen is treating food with care and love—respecting every ingredient so the final plate feels honest, thoughtful, and full of flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a private chef experience with Chef Zayne cost?

The average menu price for Chef Zayne is 1112.50 ZAR per person. Final pricing may vary depending on the menu, number of guests, and event details.

What type of cuisine does Chef Zayne cook?

Chef Zayne offers Chef's special, French, Local and Fusion cuisine for private dining experiences.

Where does Chef Zayne offer private chef services?

Chef Zayne offers private chef services in Cape Town, ZA.

Which occasions can I book Chef Zayne for?

You can book Chef Zayne for Birthday, Family reunion, Bachelor/Bachelorette and Friends gathering, depending on availability and the event details.

How do I book this private chef experience?

Choose a menu, share your event details, and the Take a Chef team will help confirm the experience with the chef.