Isla cooks Cape Town- private chef experience

Private Cape Town meals, made with love and my signature sunshine-inspired style
Chef in Cape Town
Provided at your home

Bougie breakfast spread

R900 ZAR 
Minimum R3,000 ZAR to book
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.

Dine in boxes

R950 ZAR 
Minimum R3,000 ZAR to book
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.

La Isla Vita

R1,150 ZAR 
Minimum R3,000 ZAR to book
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.

French fare

R1,250 ZAR 
Minimum R2,500 ZAR to book
A refined French-inspired menu with classic technique and a modern twist. • Seared Scallop 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

Modern comfort

R1,300 ZAR 
Minimum R5,200 ZAR to book
• 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

South African food journey

R1,500 ZAR 
Minimum R8,400 ZAR to book
South African Fine Dining Tasting Menu Celebrating local flavour with elegance and creativity First Course Ostrich Tataki with naartjie ponzu, microgreen salad and crispy leeks. Starter Savoury Doughnut with biltong pâté, blueberry-rooibos gel, crispy shallots, and micro herbs. Main Beef Fillet with sweet potato fondant, roasted beetroot in buchu vinaigrette, wild rocket, and Pinotage jus. Dessert Milk tart crème brûlée with cinnamon crumb, compressed apricots, fynbos honey tuile, yogurt snow
You can message Isla to customize or make changes.

My qualifications

Chef
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 specialties

5.0 out of 5 stars, from 7 reviews

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I’ll come to you

I travel to guests in Cape Town. To book in a different location, you can message me.

Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests ages 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.
R1,250 ZAR 
Minimum R2,500 ZAR to book
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
Chef in Cape Town
Provided at your home
R1,250 ZAR 
Minimum R2,500 ZAR to book
Free cancellation

Bougie breakfast spread

R900 ZAR 
Minimum R3,000 ZAR to book
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.

Dine in boxes

R950 ZAR 
Minimum R3,000 ZAR to book
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.

La Isla Vita

R1,150 ZAR 
Minimum R3,000 ZAR to book
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.

French fare

R1,250 ZAR 
Minimum R2,500 ZAR to book
A refined French-inspired menu with classic technique and a modern twist. • Seared Scallop 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

Modern comfort

R1,300 ZAR 
Minimum R5,200 ZAR to book
• 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

South African food journey

R1,500 ZAR 
Minimum R8,400 ZAR to book
South African Fine Dining Tasting Menu Celebrating local flavour with elegance and creativity First Course Ostrich Tataki with naartjie ponzu, microgreen salad and crispy leeks. Starter Savoury Doughnut with biltong pâté, blueberry-rooibos gel, crispy shallots, and micro herbs. Main Beef Fillet with sweet potato fondant, roasted beetroot in buchu vinaigrette, wild rocket, and Pinotage jus. Dessert Milk tart crème brûlée with cinnamon crumb, compressed apricots, fynbos honey tuile, yogurt snow
You can message Isla to customize or make changes.

My qualifications

Chef
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 specialties

5.0 out of 5 stars, from 7 reviews

0 of 0 items showing

I’ll come to you

I travel to guests in Cape Town. To book in a different location, you can message me.

Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests ages 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?