Born:
Northhampton, East Midlands, United Kingdom.
History:
I studied Commercial Cooking Level 2 and 3 and Pastry Diploma Level 3 at Northampton Booth Laine College in England.
Starting at humble beginnings working as a pot wash, I made my way up the chain in multiple restaurants of my hometown. Seeking more fine dining experience, I moved to London and started as a Commis Chef, working my way up in 5-star hotels under the influence of Chefs with Michelin-star experience.
With a passion for travelling and working in luxury resorts, I took on a Junior Sous Chef position at Wolgan Valley Resort. Thoroughly enjoying my experience and wanting to run my own kitchen, I was able to take on a Head Chef position here at Mount Mulligan Lodge, recruiting a great team working alongside other talented Chefs producing amazing food.
Have you always wanted to be a Chef?
Absolutely, coming from a big Maltese family food has always been an integral part of life.
How would you define your style?
Modern fusion with a multicultural fine dining twist.
What is your feature flavour these days?
Native indigenous spices.
Obsessive-compulsive about?
Cleanliness in fridges!
Your greatest culinary influence:
My grandmother, exposing me to food at a young age and developing the passion.
What do you love about this business?
Flexibility of where I can work and the different cuisines and of course the friendships.
An ingredient you can’t live without?
Butter.
Most ‘eyebrow-raising’ menu item?
Five score Wagyu beef roll, wasabi avocado, onion skin and black garlic with crisp vegetables.
Signature dish:
Braised octopus, peanut sambal, heirloom carrot, orange and black garlic.