MANUEL DIAS - EXECUTIVE CHEF
our chefs
Caitlin joined Hip Hideouts this winter from Cycene Restaurant, London, where she has been an integral part of the team since its opening in September 2022. During her time at Cycene, the restaurant earned its first Michelin star within five months, a prestigious achievement it has maintained. Caitlin specialises in fermentation and ingredient development, Caitlin’s journey includes roles at renowned establishments like West African open fire inspired Akoko and The Goring.
Dominik joined Hip Hideouts in 2022 following a number of high level positions working for Angela Hartnett at Hotel Portetta and Kari Porsteinsson at Nielsen in Iceland. He has a passion for Nordic inspired dishes and brings clean design to impressive flavours. Dominik brings beautiful plates inspired for his love of nature and the Michelin restaurants he has worked at.
Mikaela is a talented private chef with more than 10 years experience in the luxury industry. She has spent time on both motor and sail super-yachts as well as renowned restaurants in South Africa. Originating from Zimbabwe she brings modern African influences to inspiring classic plates with a vibrant, clean and fresh style.
George joined Hip Hideouts in 2023 and is a skilled private chef with a flair for creating exceptional culinary experiences. Formerly Sous Chef at The Grove Narberth's Fernery Restaurant, where he contributed to four AA Rosettes. Prior experience includes roles at Michelin-starred Moor Hall Restaurant and Ocean Restaurant in The Atlantic Hotel, Jersey. Influenced by a commitment to using seasonal, local ingredients , with emphasis on creative British cuisine!
Zsuzsa is a dedicated, creative and highly organised Private Chef with professional culinary and Michelin star farm to table restaurant training. She joins Hip Hideouts this year after having successfully cheffing in high end chalets in Courchevel and on luxury charter boats. Zsuzsa is passionate about menu creation, planning, organising, cooking from fresh ingredients to the art of plating and also about providing excellent customer service. She delivers beautifully presented, flavourful and nutritious meals from seasonal, fresh ingredients prepared with creativity and fine dining techniques.
Alex joined Hip Hideouts with over 15 years of comprehensive experience in the fine dining industry. Cooking professionally in Spain, France, England and Wales. He was mentored by three Michelin star chefs; Ivan Cerdeno in Madrid, Alain Motigny in Cannes and Douglas Balish in Narberth. Alex loves to create beautiful plates that are inspired by both modern British and Mediterranean Cuisines and he brings an extroverted can confident twist to his food.
Manuel has over 15 years in the luxury food industry joining Hip Hideouts from a stella background of beautiful michelin starred restaurants, such as the two star L’Oasis in Cannes, the two star L’atelier de Jean Lac Rabannel and more recently he was the sous chef at the celebrated Geytan in Madrid. Hailing from Spain, Manuel delivers creative fine dining menus that combine Spanish flair and innovation with classical french cuisine.
Andre joins Hip Hideouts with over 10 years experience in the luxury cheffing industry. He raised through the ranks in Portugal working at celebrated Michelin star restaurants such as Cantinho do Avillez in Porto for José Avillez. More recently he has been delivering creative plates in the alps in luxury ski chalets and joins us from the ever inspiring Nordic treat that is the Aldan hotel in Iceland. Andre is passionate about customer service and engaging his menus with our guests to provide clean and beautiful plates.
