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SHAJI MATHRADAN

Private Chef • Culinary Consultant • Luxury Dining Experiences

Exceptional Dining. Crafted Personally.

Whether it's an intimate dinner, private celebration, corporate event, or bespoke culinary experience, Chef Shaji Mathradan creates unforgettable moments through food.

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Chef Shaji Mathradan

Private Chef • Culinary Consultant

About

Meet Chef Shaji Mathradan

A professional chef dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences through creativity, premium ingredients, and personalized service. Every menu is carefully crafted to reflect the client's vision and create lasting memories.

Bespoke Menus

Premium Produce

Discreet Service

Restaurant

The Chef Behind Loha Modern Indian

Shaji also leads Loha Modern Indian, a refined restaurant expression of bold Indian flavours, Australian produce, and polished hospitality.

Restaurant by Chef Shaji

Loha Modern Indian

Loha gives private clients a public point of reference for Shaji's culinary direction while this portfolio remains focused on bespoke dining experiences.

Modern Indian Dining

A restaurant setting that reflects Shaji's command of Indian flavour, contemporary technique, and ingredient-led menus.

Nicholls, ACT

Located at 24/64 Kelleway Avenue, bringing a polished dining experience to Canberra's north.

Dining & Events

A connected hospitality platform for restaurant dining, events, and guests who want to experience Shaji's food in person.

Services

Tailored Culinary Experiences

From intimate residences to statement celebrations, each service is shaped with precision, hospitality, and the quiet theatre of fine dining.

Private Dining

Intimate multi-course dining experiences tailored to your home, occasion, and preferred style of service.

Corporate Events

Executive menus, polished presentation, and discreet hospitality for board dinners and premium brand moments.

Weddings & Celebrations

Elegant menus for milestone celebrations, from refined cocktail service to full fine-dining receptions.

Custom Tasting Menus

Seasonal tasting menus designed around premium ingredients, dietary needs, and the rhythm of the evening.

Luxury Catering

Sophisticated catering for private residences, galleries, villas, and exclusive event spaces.

Culinary Consulting

Menu development, kitchen workflow, concept refinement, and hospitality guidance for elevated food brands.

Culinary Portfolio

A Gallery of Private Dining Moments

A selection of composed plates, intimate tables, refined desserts, and event service shaped around memorable hospitality.

Testimonials

Discreet Praise From Memorable Evenings

Chef Shaji transformed our evening into an unforgettable culinary experience.

Private Client

Anniversary Dinner

Exceptional food, flawless presentation, and incredible attention to detail.

Event Host

Corporate Dining

Booking

Request a Private Dining Experience

Share the event details and Chef Shaji will shape a menu and service style around the occasion, setting, and guest experience.

For high-end private events

Recommended lead time depends on guest count, location, and service requirements. Every enquiry receives a tailored response based on the occasion, menu direction, and preferred style of service.

Contact

Begin the Conversation

For private dining enquiries, event collaborations, and culinary consulting, contact Chef Shaji Mathradan directly.