Meet Chef Quiel Mallari

Kia ora and welcome to QDiningNZ — where food, culture, storytelling and a little bit magic come together.

I’m Chef Quiel Mallari, a Filipino chef based in Queenstown, New Zealand, with a passion for creating dining experiences that connect people through flavour and shared moments. My goal is simple - to feed as many people as I can, sharing the vibrant spirit of my Filipino heritage while celebrating the ingredients, techniques, and lessons I’ve learned here in New Zealand.

Through QDiningNZ, I offer bespoke private dining experiences - thoughtfully designed menus, inspired by travel, culture, and personal stories. Each event is crafted to make guests feel nourished, relaxed, and at home.

Food, for me, is more than just a meal - it’s an experience of connection. It’s about bringing people together, sharing laughter, and creating memories around the table. And sometimes, I like to add a touch of magic - a playful reminder that wonder and joy belong in our everyday lives.

"My goal is to take the stress out of dining out and bring a restaurant-quality experience into your home - so you can simply sit back, enjoy, and let the flavours, stories, and moments unfold".

QDiningNZ experience is about celebrating good food, great company, and the simple joy of sharing a meal -made with heart, inspired by heritage, and served with a wee bit of magic.