Founded by Māori chef Matt Burgess, Kai by MATBLAK creates award-winning sauces and also offers bespoke private dining, masterclasses, food demonstrations, and creative photography and videography for individuals and brands.
From intimate in-home experiences to large-scale collaborations, everything is built around one principle: connection. Whether developing a menu, teaching the principles of flavour, or producing visual content, every detail reflects integrity, balance, and cultural depth.
Through Kaiwhenua Ltd, Matt collaborates with leading UK restaurants and food producers on recipe development, menu creation, and creative direction. With over 30 years in professional kitchens and a foundation in Māori values of manaakitanga (hospitality) and whakapapa (connection to land and people), his work celebrates food as heritage, experience, and a bridge between people and place.
