Your Wedding Day Deserves Better Than a Buffet
Phuket is one of the world's most sought after wedding destinations. The beaches, the villas, the sunsets. Every detail is considered. And then the food is handed to a catering company running four weddings the same weekend.
There is a better way.
I'm Charlie, a private chef with over 16 years of experience across fine dining restaurants, superyachts and private dining in the UK and Thailand. I work with couples who want their wedding food to be as memorable as the day itself. Personal, well considered and executed to a genuinely high standard.
Whether you are planning an intimate villa ceremony for 10 guests or a larger celebration for 100, I build everything around your day, your guests and how you want it to feel.
What I Offer
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There is no fixed package. Every wedding is different and the catering should reflect that. I work with you from the start to understand what you are looking for and build a service around it.
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That might look like:
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Canapes and welcome drinks for guests arriving at the ceremony
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A wedding breakfast served formally or as sharing platters depending on the mood
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Evening reception food whether a sit down dinner, grazing spread or late night snacks
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Full day catering from the first glass of champagne to the last bite of the evening
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Intimate elopement dining for couples wanting something small, personal and exceptional
If you have something specific in mind that does not fit neatly into a category, get in touch anyway. The answer is almost always yes.
The Food
Every menu is built from scratch around your preferences, your guests and the style of your day. I work with the best local Phuket suppliers to source fresh seafood, quality proteins and seasonal produce.
Cuisine style is entirely your call. Modern European, Asian fusion, Thai inspired, Mediterranean sharing. A mix of everything. Whatever fits your vision.
Dietary requirements across the guest list are handled without compromise. Every guest eats well.
Why a Private Chef Rather Than a Catering Company
A catering company manages volume. Multiple events, set menus, staff rotations. The food is often an afterthought.
A private chef manages your wedding. One focus, one standard, one team accountable to you. The difference shows on the plate and in the experience.
Who This Works Best For
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Couples getting married in a private villa in Phuket
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Beach ceremonies needing flexible, high quality catering
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Intimate weddings where the dining experience is central to the day
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Guests with complex dietary needs across the table
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Couples who want something personal rather than off a template
Areas Covered in Phuket
Available across the whole island for wedding bookings including Bang Tao, Kamala, Surin, Kata, Rawai, Nai Harn, Patong, Cherng Talay, Cape Yamu and beyond.
Frequently asked questions
Chef Charlie Dorney provides private chef services for weddings across Thailand including Phuket, Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Koh Samui and Krabi. Services cover villa weddings, beach ceremonies, destination weddings and intimate celebrations of all sizes.