The New Tasting Menu of Chef Stu

5 Dec

Written By Himilia

This 2025/26 Summer season, we are lucky to be joined by our new Head Chef, Stuart Young. Stu is an experienced Head Chef with a demonstrated history of working in the restaurant industry. He started with the best, Roux Brothers Restaurants in London, and has worked in many highly established restaurants, lodges and hotels.

*“I am proud of my professional approach, personal drive, varied experience, and current knowledge of food trends and the classics. Good cooking technique will always shine through.”*
*-Chef Stu*

Dream it

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Make it

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Taste it

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Dream it 〰️ Make it 〰️ Taste it 〰️

Here are some little teasers of what Chef Stu might create for you when you book your stay with us.

Trust the Chef. This is worth the trip.

Tiger Prawn with Tomato (from our greenhouse) salad

**Waikato Beef Trio**
Jerusalem bone marrow, short rib & fillet, spinach, & red wine jus

**Tangelo & White Chocolate Panna Cotta**
roasted white chocolate & Brazil nut crumble

Chef Stu is also experienced in high-end conference and event catering, whether you are planning a corporate, wellbeing, or professional retreat, or a family & friends gathering, girls weekend, and of course an intimate wedding, we can make your dream event a reality with amazing food that your guests won’t stop talking about.

Chef Stu is also supported by a talented senior Chef de Partie, Adrian, and together they ensure every meal you have with us is unforgettably amazing.