Simon Gault
Simon Gault, one of New Zealand's best-known chefs, began his food career at the age of 16 at Antoine's in Auckland. After travelling to England, where he worked in Prue Leith's London restaurant and the Michelin-starred Thornbury Castle, he returned to New Zealand to open Bell House - the first of his many award-winning restaurants. An importer of premium gourmet ingredients, Gault has worked to introduce fine European ingredients into the country and into his dishes, adding flavour and...See more
Simon Gault, one of New Zealand's best-known chefs, began his food career at the age of 16 at Antoine's in Auckland. After travelling to England, where he worked in Prue Leith's London restaurant and the Michelin-starred Thornbury Castle, he returned to New Zealand to open Bell House - the first of his many award-winning restaurants. An importer of premium gourmet ingredients, Gault has worked to introduce fine European ingredients into the country and into his dishes, adding flavour and texture to stimulate all palates, and has built a loyal following through his innovative and thoroughly stylish menus. In addition to being a successful restaurateur, his recent appearances on New Zealand MasterChef have raised his profile even higher, and he is regularly in demand for live cooking demonstrations. See less
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