David Gavin has been appointed as Head Chef at Four Seasons Resort Bali At Jimbaran Bay
Iconic Sundara continues its refined evolution with the arrival of new Chef de Cuisine, Swedish-born David Gavin, who elevates the menu with umami-packed dishes that celebrate the unique and vibrant ingredients of Indonesia's Spice Islands.
In delectable homage to Jimbaran Bay's traditional coconut-husk barbecues, every dish is somehow touched by raw flame, whether via roasting, grilling or smoking. David's creative use of local flavours and elegant presentation reflect his deep knowledge and love for Indonesia (where he met his wife), and his experience working with some of Bali's best chefs during six years at renowned Mozaic Ubud. Mentored by Mozaic chef-owner Chris Salans, David perfected the art of marrying French techniques and presentation with micro-sourced and wild-sourced local ingredients.
A key lesson David has learned from Balinese chefs has been how to use spices from across the famed Indonesian archipelago. This approach is very different to that of the more staid European kitchens he has worked in.