About us
About Top Knot Chef
Luxury Private Chef Services
Born from a weekend getaway in the picturesque Cotswolds, Top Knot Chef was founded in 2024 with a simple dream: to share our passion for crafting mouth-watering dishes with fellow foodies.
The beginning
From a recipe book idea to private catering
James and Amy first met while working in a kitchen many years ago, long before becoming partners in life and business.
James went on to build more than 20 years of culinary experience. He has owned and run two restaurants of his own, travelled widely for international culinary experience, completed specialist tapas training in cities across Spain, and cooked in Michelin-starred London kitchens including Pied à Terre and Le Gavroche.
What began as an idea to self-publish a recipe book quickly transformed into a private catering venture based in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire.
Today Top Knot Chef works as a private catering and bespoke dining agency in Hertfordshire, cooking everything from intimate dinners to weddings and corporate events.
James & Amy
A joint venture, founded in 2024
In 2024, James and Amy brought their skills together to launch Top Knot Chef as a joint venture, combining James's culinary expertise with their shared commitment to creating personal, memorable dining experiences.
James leads the food and the culinary side of everything we do — every menu, every dish and every service. Amy supports the wider business, looking after the customer experience and the smooth delivery of the Top Knot Chef service from first enquiry to the final plate.
It is our dream to bring our passion for food to your home or event and transform your next gathering into a memorable culinary adventure.
Enquiries
Tell us about your occasion
Every experience begins with a conversation. Share your date, location and guest numbers and we will do the rest.