Hi, I’m Órfhlaith. I’m a Dublin-bred, London-based chef and recipe developer. I make food that makes people feel good.

(Before I begin, since I’m sure you’re wondering, my name is pronounced ORLA!)

After training at Ireland’s Ballymaloe Cookery School I worked as a sourdough baker, events caterer, short order cook, head chef, and a private chef for gatherings from the South of France to the Scottish Highlands. I also spent time as a stageur (chef’s apprentice) in Lima, Peru. (See The Bear, Season 2, to get a feel for what I’m talking about here).

Over time I realised that the food that I liked making the most was the healthy, everyday stuff. I feel more inspired by seasonal salads that actually fill you up than fancy 5-course dinners. You know that Virginia Woolf quotation, ‘one cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well’? Well, I couldn’t agree more. That’s what motivates me. Creating nourishing food that fuels people for their lives, knowing that whatever happens, at least they’ve eaten well. You won’t get hangry when you’ve been fed by me.

That knowledge led me to train as a nutrition coach. I now work full-time as a health-focused recipe developer and still cater the occasional small event, creating relaxed, good-for-you food.

Is it me you’re looking for? If you need creative recipe development for your brand or restaurant, a chef to make some delicious food for your next gathering, or a food stylist for a photo or video campaign, I’m your girl! You can reach me over here.