Our Story
Born from a Passion for the Extraordinary
We believe that the finest meals are not merely eaten — they are experienced, remembered, and cherished.
Who We Are
A Different Kind of Culinary Company
Saffron & Co. was founded in 2018 by Isabelle Fontaine, a former food editor who grew frustrated with the gap between extraordinary culinary talent and the people who deserved to experience it.
We are not a restaurant. We are not a delivery service. We are curators — of flavour, of talent, of memory. We exist to connect the world's most discerning palates with the chefs, ingredients, and experiences that will define their culinary lives.
From intimate private dinners in Mayfair townhouses to week-long food pilgrimages through the Basque Country, every Saffron & Co. experience is designed with obsessive attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Our Journey
Six Years of Excellence
Founded in London
Saffron & Co. was born from a shared vision to redefine luxury dining experiences for the modern connoisseur.
First Supper Club
Our inaugural Supper Club sold out in 48 hours, welcoming 40 guests to an unforgettable evening with Chef Elena Marchetti.
Meal Kit Launch
During a year of change, we brought restaurant-grade ingredients and chef-crafted recipes directly to our members' homes.
Chef Partnership Programme
We formalised our relationships with 12 Michelin-starred chefs across Europe, creating a curated network of culinary talent.
Food Travel Debut
Our first curated food travel itinerary — a 10-day journey through the Basque Country — was met with critical acclaim.
Global Expansion
Now serving clients across 18 countries, with dedicated concierge teams in London, Paris, and New York.
The People
Meet the Team
Isabelle Fontaine
Founder & Creative Director
Former food editor at Condé Nast, Isabelle brings 15 years of culinary storytelling to every Saffron & Co. experience.
Marcus Chen
Head of Culinary Partnerships
A former sommelier and restaurant consultant, Marcus curates our chef network and ensures every collaboration meets our exacting standards.
Priya Nair
Director of Experiences
With a background in luxury hospitality and event design, Priya orchestrates every detail of our private dining and travel experiences.
James Whitfield
Head of Sustainability
James ensures that our commitment to provenance and environmental responsibility is woven into every aspect of our supply chain.
What We Stand For
Our Three Pillars
Provenance
Every ingredient we source carries a story. We work directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisan producers who share our reverence for quality.
Craft
We celebrate the mastery of technique — from the perfect knife cut to the precise temperature of a sous vide bath. Excellence is non-negotiable.
Experience
Food is memory, emotion, and connection. We design every moment to transcend the meal and become a story worth telling.
Recognition
Awards & Honours
Best Luxury Food Brand
The Luxury Standard Awards
2023
Top 10 Culinary Experiences
Condé Nast Traveller
2023
Sustainability Champion
Food & Drink Federation
2022
Innovation in Dining
The Caterer Awards
2022