Central Coast Home & Lifestyle Winter 2021

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CHEF PROFILE Dan Capper

Born in London, Dan’s first job was as an apprentice at Churchill Intercontinental and the prestigious Claridges. After he concluded his apprenticeship, Dan became a highly successful culinary Chef. He has worked at some of the most respected and high-profile restaurants and venues around the globe. Dan likes to draw inspiration for his dishes from local produce available, childhood memories and from travel experiences all over the world. Since moving to Australia, Dan has been exposed to many different cultures and styles of food. He brings these new experiences to his work and creates superb authentic and tantalizing dishes. Dan has been at The Springs since day one of its opening in 2013 when he started as a Sous Chef. Today, he is the Executive Chef. Dan has more than three decades of hospitality industry experience and is a champion of the Farm to Fork movement. Dan’s menus work with what’s in season and Dan sources local produce where possible. Little Creek Cheeses (Wyong), pecans from the Pecan Lady (Somersby), La Tartine Organic Sourdough (Somersby), citrus from East Coast beverages and locally sourced produce such as avocados, rhubarb and oranges. "Weekend Lunches with Chef Dan" are an experience not to be missed.

Escape to The Sitting Duck at The Springs in the hinterland of the Central Coast and experience Chef Dan's locally sourced and creatively plated farm to plate menus. "Weekend Lunches with Chef Dan" is an indulgence not to miss. Innovative individual and share plates created from what Dan sources from the local farms and suppliers. Sit on the deck and soak in the bushland views while you sip on one of our mixologists bush inspired cocktails, taste a local craft beer or have a flirt with a local gin. With neighbouring farms providing fresh pecans, honeys, organic eggs, avocados, oranges and so much more, The Springs is truly a farm to plate experience. Once you have escaped to The Springs you will keep coming back. We will be waiting for you.

42 Home & Lifestyle Magazine | Winter 2021