Hi, I’m Órfhlaith. I’m a recipe developer and private chef. I make food that makes people feel good.

(Before I begin, since I’m sure you’re wondering, my name is pronounced ORLA! I’m from Dublin and am now based in Sevenoaks, Kent).

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.

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.