Dale Gartland - The Farm at Cape Kidnappers
Dale arrived in New Zealand at Kauri Cliffs in 2003 to work for the summer.
Having worked in various Country House Hotels in the UK in 1999 he landed his dream job at the Relais Chateaux, Relais Gourmand Hotel Gidleigh Park.
He spent 4 years there where he graduated to the role of Sous Chef, and regards Michael Caines as the major influence of his career.
Dale left Kauri Cliffs where he held the position of joint Head Chef to open Cape Kidnappers in the Hawke’s Bay the region considered the Fruit Basin of New Zealand.
Whilst in New Zealand he has been back home and to the USA on trips to expose himself to new culinary techniques and experience other Relais and Château properties.
Three Questions to the Chef
Where do you find your inspiration when preparing a new recipe?
Inspiration for recipes comes from our daily changing menus and the best local produce which is supplied to us daily from a wide range of suppliers.
How would you define your cuisine in a few words?
Modern European using the finest New Zealand Produce
Which other Relais & Chateaux Chef would you like to meet?
Throughout my work and travels I have met a lot of Relais & Châteaux Grands Chefs but never the Roux Brothers who inspired a generation of chefs.
The Farm at Cape Kidnappers
Hotel and restaurant on a golf course
Describing this lodge as a “golfers’ paradise” is true but does not even begin to tell the whole story… The golf course meandering along the top of the abrupt green cliffs of this part of New Zealand is just one of the many reasons to stay at this lodge with its modern and inviting interior design and sophisticated pleasures. Nestled in a great wine region, the lodge is an ideal base from which to discover the surrounding estates and find out more about the country’s wines. Rafting and fishing in the rushing torrents, galloping along the immense beaches on horseback, the spa, helicopter and hot air balloon rides are just some of the many activities available. You could spend your whole life here and never cease to find new sources of pleasure… ...Read more
New Zealand, Hawkes Bay
