Dennis Huwaë

Born 1984 with Dutch-Indonesian (Moluccan) heritage. Father was a chef; grandmother from Moluccan Islands. 8 years working under Moshik Roth became defining relationship. Internship and later return to The Fat Duck during Olympics. Won Dutch Championship for Apprentice Chefs while at Ciel Bleu. Gault&Millau Talented Chef 2018. Best Chef Awards #64 globally (2020). Blends Southeast Asian influences into refined fine dining. Also runs Daalder Atelier and event company De Artiest.

Career

• Chef/Owner at Daalder, Amsterdam (2016-present)
• Head Chef at &samhoud places, Amsterdam (2011-2015)
• Chef at Brouwerskolkje, Overveen (2007-2011)
• Chef at The Fat Duck, London/Bray (2012)
• Sous Chef at Ciel Bleu, Amsterdam (2005-2007)

Mentored by Moshik Roth, Onno Kokmeijer, Heston Blumenthal.