About chef guide
CHefguide
Chef Guide was started to help people become more confident in their own kitchens. We primarily offer our services across the central belt of Scotland (Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Stirling), but we can also provide private events across Scotland. We hope to expand further in the future.
Our focus is on offering tailored private cooking classes called Masterclasses. These classes allow you to learn right from the comfort of your own kitchen. You don’t need to worry about having the right equipment because our chefs will bring specialist equipment like a stand mixer, suvie maker, or vacuum machine if needed. We also bring all the food required for the class. Before the class, we’ll create a personalised lesson plan for you in advance.
When your class is finished, we don’t want it to end there. We’ll provide a handy recipe card with some top tips for you to recreate the dishes and hopefully make them a regular part of your meals.
When we make a class, we’ll keep it at your skill level so you won’t feel overwhelmed. Whether it’s your first time cooking or you’re a keen cook, we’ll teach to your skill level. Masterclasses are a great gift for students, families, friends, or gifts for coupes.
Murray
Hey, my name is Murray Alexander, and I’m the owner and creator of Chef Guide. I started cooking before I could even see the top of the cooker! I had to use a step-up stool to stand on and see into the pan. As I grew up, I had the opportunity to explore different flavours and make dishes from all over the world.
I went to study professional cookery at the City of Glasgow College and started working at Jamie Oliver’s Italian restaurant while I was studying. During my studies, I was incredibly lucky to have the chance to compete in professional cooking competitions. I learned from the 2016 winner of Masterchef, Gary Maclean, and also competed in the Nestlé Toque D’or, World Skills, and the Royal Household Canapé competition.
After winning the Royal Canapé competition, I was offered a job to work in the Royal Household. I moved to London to work as a Royal Chef based in Buckingham Palace. Here, I gained a vast amount of knowledge and picked up some great techniques. I was able to consistently work to a high standard.
After working at Buckingham Palace, I moved back to Scotland. I took a step back from the cooking industry to develop my own business where I can teach people how to cook from their own kitchen. I want to show that it’s possible to create restaurant-quality food in your own home.