Chef Sam Pope
Personal Chef
Personal Chef
After an upbringing in London, a childhood of extensive travel, and training at the esteemed Prue Leith's School of Food and Wine, I returned to my homeland to further pursue my passion for food and cooking taking advantage of New Zealand's world-class produce. I have over 25 years of restaurant experience, including Logan Brown, Nikau Gallery Cafe, Rita and most notably as Head Chef at The Ambeli: 3-time finalist and 2010 winner of 'Best Neighbourhood Restaurant' in the Cuisine Magazine Restaurant of the Year Awards, NZ Beef and Lamb Ambassador representing Wellington in 2009 and recipient of Beef and Lamb Excellence Awards 2008-11.. I create menus using the finest ingredients, with a focus on carefully sourced seasonal and organic produce, tailor-made to suit your event. |