ChefDebbieThorpe - Torpoint

Deborah O.

Chef Debbie looked after our Art Safari group at the Boconnoc Estate in April. Her catering is simply off the scale in terms of deliciousness and presentation. Simply nothing is too much trouble for her - and she ‘magicked’ three glorious birthday cakes - and other treats!

Liz C.

Chef Debbie created meals beyond our wildest expectations AND took the time to chat with us about each one, how they were planned/sourced and provided recipes. She is a consummate professional and a lovely person.

Chris M.

Debbie created an incredible 7 course plant-based taster menu, complete with a selection of canapés for my proposal dinner, worthy of any Michelin starred restaurant.

Debbie is clearly passionate about food; using only the finest (locally sourced, where possible) ingredients to their utmost potential.

It was a pleasure working with Debbie; from start to finish, she was the consummate professional; and I can only thank her for making our special evening, just that little bit more special still...

I cannot recommend Debbie more highly.

Rachel O.

Chef Debbie catered for us on an art retreat at Boconnoc House, Cornwall. Her delightfully warm personality and her amazing food made for a very special week. Accompanied by Mae, her assistant chef, we were treated to the best flavours as she served us beautiful meals which included vegetables and herbs grown in the estate gardens. Humble courgettes were elevated with the addition of fresh thyme, the best ever lasagne (secret ingredients included paprika), monkfish wrapped in Parma ham, sticky toffee pudding (with enough suce to satisfy my cravings) - I could go on. The hand-made invitations on the last evening inviting us to canapes in the library, before dining at a table so beautifully decorated, with individually named place settings, is something I will aways remember. Debbie's attention to every detail was not just the icing on the cake, but the cherry on the top. There aren't sufficient superlatives - Debbie you treated us to the best we could only have imagined, and all with such smiling grace. Thank you!

Phil S.

From the very first contact made with Debbie she was absolutely professionally engaged, interested and creative. Although Our wedding was boutique with only 12 guests, Debbie worked through a number of food quirkisms to find solutions, even down to the day before whereby we made last minute requests for bread rolls (including one type for our GF guest).
Debbie was also to hand if we needed any additional crockery, cutlery, glassware, tablecloths if required. She remained in touch during the weeks leading up to our event ensuring any final changes were addressed. She brought with her a commis chef and 2 waiting staff who delivered the brief to perfection.

Having Debbie and her team create the exquisite culinary artistry if front of us and our guest left us all “Oooo-ing” and “Arragh-ing” without interfering with the festivities. Debbie explaining each course totally underpinned this unique dining experience for us, as Bride and Groom, and our guests.

We would highly recommend Debbie and her team to any couple thinking of a private chef for their special event, our guests are already talking of engaging Debbie for their own events such as a significant anniversary celebrations…

Finally, the team left the kitchen gleaming, is there anything this team can’t do!

Linda R.

I had the extraordinary pleasure of being in Cornwall on an Art Safari. Our home base was Boconnoc House, and our food was prepared by Chef Debbie Thorpe. I have never experienced such culinary masterpieces, lovely personable encounters and grace in dining life. Ever. Chef Debbie is a food master gem. Not only were the meals prepared with love and skill, all were presented in such a way that artists at the dining table were awestruck. We arrived back to Boconnoc on our last day to find Chefs Debbie and Mae with a basket of handmade invitations made for each of us. "Please join us for canapes in the library at 17:45." Three flights of deliciousness, and for the vegetarians in our group, Chef Debbie prepared a veg version of everything served. Dazzling and without peer. We had lunch at a famous restaurant one afternoon, and we were able to report that the meal had nothing on Chef Debbie's masterworks. Brava!

Sabine S.

What an amazing experience!!!
I met Debbie last year at a wedding in Cornwall where she was looking after the catering for the day and I was there to officiate the ceremony as the celebrant. I was straight away impressed how organised she was and the food she prepared looked and smelled absolutely delicious.

After chatting to her I realised that she does not only cater for weddings but she is also available for private bookings and smaller parties.

I booked her to cook for a small party at our home a few months later to celebrate my husband’s special birthday. The entire experience was amazing for us.
We had chosen the food in advance from a menu Debbie had provided. Debbie arrived at the time arranged and everything was prepped. Whilst I changed and got ready to welcome our guests, Debbie and her helper had everything under control. The smells coming from my own kitchen were amazing. The food was delicious and cooked to perfection. Debbie served the food and explained what we were eating and how she had prepared it.

The kitchen was cleaner when Debbie left, then when she arrived. We were all really impressed with the quality of the food and the service and efficiency with which Debbie made this a real enjoyable experience to celebrate the special birthday.
A truly amazing experience.
Thank you !!!

Becky

I can't say enough about Debbie's culinary knowledge from preparation through to plate and verbal presentation. This is an experience that follows you through your day and leaves you wondering how the last meal can possibly be topped at the next meal, if you are fortunate enough to be spending time with her as your private chef on vacation. Debbie uses local food sources and develops a menu that includes the fresh veggies and fruits of the day.

Debbie is also a wonderful and caring person who goes out of her way to connect with each person's needs, remembering your diet restrictions as well as your preferred preparations.
An experience not soon forgotten!