Mark Farmer was born in South Africa. He is a self-taught chef from Cape Town whose earliest memories of food are of the enjoyment of the delicious Sunday roasts that his father used to cook for the family. Like most chefs, Mark has a love of good food. He is passionate about organic food, and besides the intensive health benefits of organic, Mark's cooking is full of exquisite flavours, texture and colours. Mark is determined to lead the way in a return to wholesome foods and flavours. The passion that Mark puts into his cooking touches your soul; the food is imbibed with the same excitement that he feels every day of his life.

Mark thrives on extreme sports such as skydiving and in the kitchen you couldn't wish for better! Mark brings a new freshness to cooking as he combines his fearless attitude to pushing the envelope and his undeniable talent.

Each course is hand-crafted to perfection, Mark is professional and adaptable in his approach and his punctuality and efficiency will not be easily matched.

The Chef is able to handle everything from small intimate dinner parties to large events. Client testimonials prove that when it comes to private cooking, you have to look no further than Mark Farmer!

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