I craft authentic, rustic-yet-refined dining experiences inspired by Italian tradition and elevated with a modern touch—always driven by seasonal ingredients and impeccable presentation.

Adel Abdel Samie

I bring Italian soul to your table, with tradition, precision, and a modern edge.

With over 20 years of experience, I bring the heart of Italian cuisine to your table with passion, precision, and authenticity. My journey began in Milan, where I mastered the traditions of Italian cooking before spending a decade refining my craft in Melbourne’s top Italian restaurants, and most recently leading the kitchen at a prestigious regional winery in Queensland with dishes designed to pair beautifully with fine wines.

As a private chef, I create personalized, immersive meals tailored to your tastes and the occasion—whether it’s an intimate dinner, a lively celebration, or a curated culinary journey at home. I focus on restaurant-quality execution, thoughtful plating, and flavors that tell a story through fresh, local, seasonal produce.

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My passion and creative expression—it brings me joy and happiness to blend tradition with innovation in every dish I create.

What you can expect when you dine with me

I blend tradition with innovation

For me, cooking is my passion and creative expression—I bring joy, precision, and authenticity to every plate by blending Italian tradition with modern ideas and seasonal inspiration.

I learned by cooking across Italy

I learned to cook across Italy, from North to South, exploring diverse regions and hidden gems—where I mastered traditional techniques and authentic flavors that I now bring into every menu I design.

I keep it seasonal and calm

My secret in the kitchen is using the freshest seasonal ingredients and creating a calm, relaxed atmosphere where great food comes to life—so every course feels effortless, generous, and memorable.

Adel’s Sharing Menus

I offer sharing-style menus designed for relaxed, restaurant-quality dining at home—ranging from Italian and Mediterranean favorites to seafood feasts and BBQ celebrations. I tailor the flow and selections to your preferences, seasonality, and the experience you want to create.

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Stories and Testimonials

Chef Adel was well on time and everything he prepared was very good. However the tiramisu and olive tapenade was incredible!!

Ujaas Dawar

Our Chef Adel made our wedding dinner extra special. Everyone spoke about his wonderful presence and delicious Italian food. He took time to explain the dishes, and their cultural significance. Thank you Adel - highly recommend for an Italian feast. Communication fantastic!

Lara Clark

Chef Adel was very good from start to finish. He was always responsive and made sure that me and my guest got to enjoy our dining and each other’s company without worrying about food and dirty dishes. His services were wonderful and will definitely recommend him for future events for anyone looking for that fine dining experience at home. Thank you once again Chef Adel for your services, it was greatly appreciated! Taeipo

Taeipo

Adel was a fantastic chef, I’m so happy to have picked him for a 40th birthday celebration with the family. There were quite a few dietary restrictions within the group and these were not a problem for Adel. Everybody commented on how delicious the food was, and Adel was punctual, professional and really communicative and easy to deal with in the lead up to the event. Adel is highly recommended, and I wouldn’t hesitate to book with him again.

Susan Singh

Chef Adel was very professional, catering to dietary requirements and had excellent communication. He nailed the brief, allowing for a fun and interactive evening with delicious food and excellent service. We would highly recommend Chef Adel!

Elli Aleks

Adel was amazing! He brought a waitress that did our drinks for us and they were both so lovely. We had the best time and were super full after. Loved all our food. Thank you so much

Celina Solis

Chef Adel was absolutely incredible! We booked him for an intimate birthday dinner at home, and he made the evening truly special. The Italian menu was not only delicious but also beautifully presented - every dish felt thoughtful and elevated. Beyond his cooking, Adel was warm, professional, and great to chat with, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and personal. Highly recommend for anyone looking to create a memorable dining experience at home.

Chelsea Harding

My husband and I thought the whole experience very interesting. Lovely food, presented well and Also was friendly and easy to talk to. Very professional. Great evening.

Mrs Jenny Liversidge

We had a fantastic time with Chef Adel. He was very easy to communicate with prior to the event and was flexible in the options, and build great rapport with us on the day. The dishes he created were amazing and we would highly recommend his services once again. Everyone thought the food was incredible and the kitchen was spotless afterward. Would not hesitate to book again.

Madison Simmons

Adel is an incredible chef and his food amazing. Highly recommend him

Duncan Schult