Who I am

My expertise is hard-won from every corner of the hospitality world. I’ve worked with top restaurants, events, festivals, guest houses and – in particular - 16 years as General Manager of one of South Africa’s most acclaimed Hotel/Restaurants – Le Quartier Français: a Relais & Chateaux Property and The Tasting Room: a Relais Gourmand and one of  the San Pellegrino top 50 restaurants in the world.

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My extensive travels for Le Quartier Français have given me a unique view on the world’s premium hospitality operations – staying in the World’s best hotels, dining in the finest Restaurants and taking part in many trade shows and workshops around the World.

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My passion for wine blossomed on these travels and my expertise on South African wines has been recognised by the Diners Club Int. Excellence and Diamond Awards I’ve received. I continue to contribute to South African wine through extensive wine-tuition with staff and members of the Franschhoek Wine Valley.

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Over the years I have also been involved in numerous renovations and new projects, giving me a special insight into the design and layout of restaurants and bars.

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I have led a highly motivated team to world-class accolades and implemented a benchmark in-house training programme at Le Quartier Français. This focused on the upliftment of young adults from the surrounding community through training in hospitality. 

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If I am not sharing my expertise you can find me playing on my bike in the mountains …