Private dining
A restaurant experience at your own table. Several courses, carefully chosen ingredients and a bespoke menu for a memorable evening.
Private dining · Amsterdam & Amstelveen
Private dining.
An evening to remember.
I’m Harry Unk, your private chef in Amsterdam and Amstelveen. A bespoke menu, refined dishes and undivided attention for your guests. From an intimate dinner at home to a special celebration at your chosen venue.
Enquire about your dinnerExplore the possibilities
What I can create for you
Good food brings
stories to the table.
Tell me what you’re celebrating. I’ll create a menu that suits your guests, your venue and the occasion.
Plan your dinner
Walking dinners
Small dishes full of flavour, served as your guests mingle. Perfect for a celebration or business event.
Drinks & bites
From elegant canapés to surprising warm bites. A welcome that sets the tone for your gathering.
From your first idea to the table
Your dinner, personally arranged.
Tell me your plans.
A birthday, an evening with friends or a business occasion? Share your date, venue and number of guests.
A menu that fits.
Discuss flavours, seasonal ingredients and your guests’ preferences directly with Harry. Together, you’ll agree on the menu and the details.
Time to enjoy.
Harry brings his culinary experience to your table, with dishes and presentation tailored to the plans you’ve agreed together.
Meet Harry
Cooking with a feel for the occasion.
I’m Harry Unk. I’ve worked as a chef for more than 25 years, from restaurants and events to cooking for a family as a private chef. Now I bring that experience to your table.
My cooking draws on Mediterranean and Asian cuisines. Vegetables, fish, fresh herbs and bold flavours take centre stage. Your menu begins with a conversation.
“Stay true to yourself, be creative, but keep it simple.”Harry Unk · The Unk Food
The chef behind the dishes
A life in the kitchen.
From a dream to a craft.
At twelve, Harry knew he wanted to be a chef. At sixteen, he went to work in Luxembourg.
Finding his own path.
Cobra Café, his own restaurant and catering work have shaped his career.
Experience beyond borders.
He worked in Curaçao and as a private chef for a family. A wedding in Ibiza brought a particularly memorable logistical challenge.
Harry’s signature style
Refinement with a free spirit.
Thailand and Italy inspire his cooking: refined techniques, approachable dishes and room for the seasons.
More from Harry’s kitchen
Three ideas to whet your appetite.
Fresh & refined
Sea bass ceviche with avocado and kumquat.
Savoury & surprising
Mackerel with hoisin, Thai-marinated kale, persimmon and puffed rice.
A sweet finale
Meringue with tonka bean ice cream, red berries and crème anglaise.
At the table with Harry
It starts with your story.
How is a menu created?
Harry listens to the story behind your occasion and turns your wishes into a personal dining experience.
What about dietary requirements?
Please share dietary requirements in advance. Harry will discuss possible adjustments with you. Always discuss allergies personally before confirming the menu.
Small or large gatherings?
Harry caters for intimate dinners and events. Include your guest count in your enquiry so he can advise on what suits your venue and plans.
Where does Harry offer private dining?
Harry offers dinners in Amsterdam, Amstelveen and the surrounding area. If you have another location in mind, include it in your enquiry to discuss the possibilities.
How do I request a quote?
Share your date, venue, guest count and preferences with Harry. Ask for a proposal covering the menu, price and what’s included. There are no fixed package prices on this website.
What else inspires Harry?
New ingredients, thoughtful presentation and variety. At home, he loves pasta.
What are Harry’s ambitions?
In his interview, he mentions healthy office lunches and a space of his own for tastings.
A look behind the scenes.
Photos from the same interview. Based on the interview with Zing Food. Read the full interview with Harry (Dutch) ↗
Directly with Harry
Your evening starts here.
Tell Harry what you’re celebrating. With your date, venue and guest count, he can help you plan a dinner that feels personal.
Your first enquiry starts a conversation. You’ll discuss the possibilities and agree on the details directly with Harry.
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