Chef Noaman Ansari
Private Chef & Culinary Director
Restaurant-standard private dining in your own home. Mediterranean, Italian, French, Asian, Continental, American and Latin American menus, plus bespoke menu development.
The Chef
19 years at the pass
Chef Noaman Ansari has spent 19 years in professional kitchens — leading brigades, opening restaurants and cooking at private tables across the UAE and beyond. His cooking is built on classical technique and market-fresh produce: handmade pasta, slow-cooked Awadhi biryanis, charcoal-grilled fish and mezze laid out for the table. For a private booking he designs the menu around the guests, cooks in your kitchen and serves every course himself, so the evening stays in your home rather than a dining room. From intimate dinners for six to celebrations for forty, the standard is the same: precise seasoning, generous portions and a table that feels effortless.
"A private dinner is not a restaurant at home. It is one table, one menu, and the chef's full attention."
Languages
English · Hindi · Urdu · Arabic (conversational)
Books 7–14 days ahead for weekends. Minimum party sizes apply per menu.
From the kitchen
Signature Dishes
Starter
Burrata & Heirloom Tomato
Creamy Puglian burrata, heirloom tomatoes, basil oil and aged balsamic.
Main
Awadhi Lamb Biryani
Saffron rice and marinated lamb sealed in a copper handi, served with burani raita.
Mezze
Chef's Mezze Platter
Hummus, muhammara, labneh, tabbouleh, falafel and warm pita from the oven.
Primi
Handmade Truffle Tagliatelle
Egg tagliatelle rolled to order, black truffle, 24-month Parmigiano.
Main
Butter Chicken, 24-Hour Marinade
Tandoor-charred chicken in a tomato and cream makhani, finished with kasuri methi.
Main
Charcoal Grilled Sea Bass
Whole sea bass over charcoal, charred lemon, herb oil and roasted vegetables.
Services
Five ways to have him cook for you
From a relaxed dinner at home to a live station at a fair, each service is planned around your guests, your kitchen and the occasion.
Casual Dining
3 to 15 guests
An easy evening at home, cooked properly.
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15 guests and above
Generous buffets for larger gatherings.
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Individual dishes
Order the dishes you want, cooked at home.
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Events
Fairs and kiosks
Small bites that bring people to your stand.
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Small groups
Learn the technique, not just the recipe.
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Choose your table
Pricing and policy
Clear terms, no surprises
The fee is quoted per person. Groceries, add-ons and travel outside Dubai are billed separately and always itemised.
Chef fee
From AED 350 per person
For 3 to 5 guests, a flat minimum chef fee of AED 1,500 applies.
The fee includes
Payment terms
Groceries
Groceries are billed separately at actual cost, estimated at AED 150 to 250 per person. Receipts are provided.
Service duration
A minimum of 5 hours of service: 1 hour preparation, 3 hours cooking and serving, and 1 hour clean-up.
Booking notice
Bookings require a minimum of 48 hours notice. Allow 7 days for 10 or more guests, or where complex dietary needs are involved.
Add-ons
Waiting staff
AED 250 per staff member, minimum 4 hours
Beverage pairings
AED 45 per person
Premium sourcing
Wagyu, lobster and similar with a 15% handling fee
Travel outside Dubai
Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ajman
AED 250 to 350 flat fee
Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah
AED 500 flat fee
Minimum guest numbers apply per service. Final quotes are confirmed in writing before the date is held.
Bring Chef Noaman to your table
Tell him the date, the guest count and the occasion. He reviews every request personally and confirms within 24 hours.
Book Chef Noaman