What's the one ingredient you can't live without and why?
All ingredients are important and have a role in the kitchen, but in my opinion salt is the key to all recipes since it gives that special taste to each dish.
When did you know you wanted to be a chef?
First of all I never imagined that my career will be that of a chef but in 2001, when I experienced my first summer job as a kitchen helper in a small hotel, I started to consider broadening my career in this industry since from this experience I felt very confident in this work and it struck me from the beginning. Since then I decided to further my studies at ITS which included a year working and studying in a luxury hotel in Lake District, UK.
A memorable moment in your career.
I must say that every single day of this job is memorable, because every day there is always something unique and particular, especially during Easter and Christmas times, which are the peak periods in our industry. But the most memorable moment is when I won the gold medal in the ‘Malta Culinary Arts Competition’.
What is the most complicated dish to cook and why?
There are no specific dishes that are complicated to cook, since all of them have their own challenges. But I must say that the more complicated the dish will be to prepare, the more I will be satisfied with my work carried out.
What do you most love about your job?
First and foremost, the most amazing thing about this job is of being of service to both the local citizens and the tourists. Another thing is that I really love to see the clients pleased and satisfied with our food and services, the last but not least I love the idea of working in a team, were everyone pitches in for the same aim.
Who cooks at home?
Since I am very busy at work and I often work long hours, I don’t find time to cook at home. So usually my mum does the cooking, but when guests are coming over I always end up doing all the preparation and cooking since everyone points out that this should be done by the chef!!