Chef Vincent Chagnaud cooking scallops and asparagus in a yacht galley with sea views

Yacht Chef on Sydney Harbour

Fine dining on the water — lunches, sunset dinners and canapé cruises on your boat or charter.

The world’s most beautiful harbour deserves great food

Freshly shucked oysters as you pass the Opera House, a long seafood lunch anchored in a quiet bay, canapés and Champagne for a sunset cruise — Vincent brings the same French precision on board as in a restaurant kitchen.

Departing from the Eastern Suburbs, the CBD or Pittwater.

  • Menus adapted to your galley
  • Seafood-led, seasonal menus
  • Service on board
  • Canapés to multi-course lunches
  • Corporate & celebration cruises
Shared plates served on board: roulade, stuffed vegetables and seasonal dishes

Pricing

Three-course dinner on board

Plus chef service from $510 per day (Private Chef at Home booklet)

From $100 per guest

Canapés & platters for a cruise

See the event catering booklet

Price on request

Prices in AUD, excluding 10% GST. Every menu can be tailored — your quote confirms the final price. Travel is quoted for your location.

How it works

  1. 1

    Share your cruise details

    Date, boat, departure point and number of guests.

  2. 2

    Menu & logistics

    A menu designed for the vessel and the occasion.

  3. 3

    Enjoy the harbour

    Vincent prepares and serves on board while you relax.

Frequently asked questions

Do you cook on board or prepare food beforehand?

Both. On boats with a galley, Vincent cooks and plates on board. On smaller boats, dishes are prepared ashore and finished on board.

Which boats and marinas do you work with?

Private boats and charters across Sydney Harbour, Rose Bay, Rushcutters Bay, Middle Harbour and Pittwater. Share your vessel details and we plan around it.

Can you cater New Year’s Eve on the harbour?

Yes — but NYE books out early. Get in touch as soon as your boat is confirmed.

Planning a summer in Europe? From July – August 2027 Chef Vincent cooks on the French Riviera — visit leprivatechef.fr.

Plan your harbour cruise

Send your date and boat details for a personalised quote within 24 hours.