Hi Guys im Alan Im an award winning private chef in Australia. www.alandawesprivatechef.com Alan Dawes’ love for great food began at 16, when he moved to France to train in Michelin-starred kitchens and master the craft of French cuisine. His career across the UK saw him working alongside some of the industry’s best, including Marco Pierre White, before moving to Australia in 2013. Here, Alan’s passion for local produce flourished through his work at acclaimed restaurants such as Homage, Nu Nu’s, TarraWarra, and The Long Apron — helping several earn Chef Hats and national recognition. Now celebrating five years as a Private Chef, Alan has cooked in more than 800 homes, earned eight major awards, and received over 100 five-star Google reviews for his fine-dining experiences at home. His signature style blends refined technique with Australian soul — elegant, unpretentious, and always full of flavour. In 2025, Alan released his debut cookbook, now found in over 40,000 shops worldwide and selling more than 1,000 copies to date.

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