Pre-prepared Picnic by Ivan

Pre-prepared Picnic by Ivan

2-20 people2 hoursComes to You

Seasonal pre-prepared meals and treats created and curated by me, bringing the quality of a chef-prepared picnic directly to your stay or day out. Each basket features thoughtful combinations of fresh bread, charcuterie, seasonal salads and chef-made elements, packaged with care to elevate outdoor dining — from countryside picnics to riverside escapes.

Pre-prepared Picnic by Ivan

Make it yours

Traditional Picnic Basket

From £40 per guest2 hours

A chef-prepared basket of freshly baked breads, cured meats, artisan cheeses, seasonal salads and chef-made treats. Packaged with soft drinks and bottled water, ready for you to enjoy wherever you choose — from a garden lawn to a sunny meadow.

Vegetarian Picnic Basket

From £35 per guest2 hours

A vibrant, chef-prepared vegetarian picnic basket featuring seasonal breads, cheeses, colourful roasted vegetables, fresh salads and plant-based chef touches. Paired with soft drinks and bottled water, designed for effortless al fresco dining.

Do you fancy something different?

Tell Ivan what you have in mind: the occasion, the group, the twist. They’ll come back with a quote shaped around it.

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Meet your host Ivan

Private Chef

Ivan

Carefully vetted by Boon

About me

I'm a private chef, cooking for people wherever they're staying, from relaxed family-style feasts to six-course tasting menus. Everything is built around organic, locally sourced produce and cooked in your own kitchen. Stevie looks after front of house, the styling, the service and the cocktails, so the evening runs itself and you get to enjoy your own party.

What I'm known for

Six-course fine dining, cooked in your kitchen and pitched where you want it, from relaxed to black-tie, using the best local produce.

My background and experience

I trained under Paul Heathcote at his Longridge restaurant, then spent the best part of two decades cooking on luxury superyachts, in private villas and ski chalets, and in Michelin-starred kitchens including the three-star Moor Hall, No 6 in Padstow and Gilpin Lodge. In 2023 I was runner-up at the Yacht Chef of the Year competition in Monaco. I've cooked for private clients around the world, and I bring that same standard to your table.

Things to know

Guests to provide

Please share any dietary needs or allergies in advance so I can tailor elements of the picnic contents accordingly.

Provided by Ivan

Menu planning, ingredient sourcing, preparation and packing. Each picnic is presented in a structured, chef-packed carry box designed for easy transport and elegant outdoor dining.

Minimum spend

Minimum total spend per booking is £200. For 2-20 guests.

Adjust booking

If your plans change, you can contact your provider to adjust the timing or amend your booking.

Cancellation policy

Full refund if you cancel more than 14 days before the start date. No refund if you cancel within 14 days.

Pre-prepared Picnic by Ivan

The Cotswolds

A small region, generously uncovered — and the people who make it worth the drive.