Chef Bruce
Hi!
I'm Bruce Thomason.
I have been a Chef for 40 year, classically trained, with extensive experiences around the world from Antarctica to the Russian far east and Europe and Asia.
I've owned my own restaurant in Auckland and have spent many years working in the luxury lodges sector. Always focused on seasonal produce of NZ, and where possible, foraging or growing as much produce as I can.
I work within your budget and from the first consultation I focus on you - discussing your next event and what it could look like, to planning a theme, a table, a menu, selecting produce, and creating superlative and memorable tastes. I explore every avenue to give you an extraordinary culinary experience. We can work with dietary requirements, recommendations for wine pairing or non-alcoholic refreshments.
No stone is left unturned – we take the worry out of your event allowing you to fully enjoy your guests and leave you with amazing memories.
For Me, Cooking Is …
Passion
Cooking and serving food to guests in their own environment has always been a passion of mine. I am delighted to serve exquisite culinary craft food in my clients homes or venue of their choice – from a picnic to a party, a wedding to a welcome home, my passion for food makes your event extra special.
Just a few of our happy
client’s comments
“Bruce’s creativitiy, presentation and professionalism is second to none. He has prepared several menus and catered for dinner with friends. I would not hesitate to recommend him, in particular, for a cocktail or degustation event. Just WOW!”
“A great eight course dinner by Bruce Thomason. A private chef you can hire for any kind of event and get together. Food and wine like in heaven served by sommelier Garbor.”
“Had a superb meal prepared by Bruce on a recent trip home. He made our special night.”
I have had the pleasure of two degustation dinners designed and served by Chef Bruce – I’m so delighted to recommend him as he makes you feel like you are at a five star lodge in your own home. Superb presentation and every detail just perfect.
Contact Information
While we are based in Rotorua, Chef Bruce is able to cater events anywhere in the Bay of Plenty - and further afield by arrangement.