Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort Appoints Executive Head Chef Dan Ottaway
Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort is delighted to announce the appointment of Dan Ottaway as its new Executive Head Chef, bringing a wealth of international experience and a prestigious culinary background to the four-star Wicklow resort.
Dan Ottaway joins the team following a distinguished career in some of the world’s most renowned kitchens, most notably cooking for the Royal Household at Buckingham Palace. During his tenure with the Royal Family, Dan prepared daily meals for Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, and played a central role in state banquets and high-profile events attended by international dignitaries. Traveling extensively with the Royal Family, Dan has experience in delivering exquisite cuisine in settings ranging from private dinners for two to grand banquets for over 250 guests.
“I am thrilled to join the team at Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort to work with such high-quality local ingredients here in Wicklow,” said Chef Dan Ottaway. “My goal is to create a dining experience that celebrates the best of Irish produce while bringing international techniques and flavours to every dish.”
Dan’s culinary journey began at Thanet Catering College in Kent and continued at Deesons in Canterbury. His career has spanned Michelin-starred kitchens, prestigious London institutions such as Chavot, the Wallace Collection, the Royal Academy of Arts, Selfridges, Ascot Racecourse, and the London 2012 Olympic Village, as well as Bennelong at the Sydney Opera House in Australia.
At Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort, Dan will lead the kitchen with a focus on seasonal, locally sourced produce, working closely with Irish farmers, growers, and artisans. Guests can look forward to innovative menus in The Fairways Restaurant and The Brasseire Bar that reflect both the richness of Wicklow’s food landscape and Dan’s world-class experience.
The announcement comes as Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort celebrates its recent approval into the Good Food Ireland® Collection, the trusted standard for authentic Irish food and hospitality. Following an independent inspection, the resort was recognised for its commitment to local sourcing, culinary excellence, and warm Irish hospitality. The resort now joins a prestigious network of hotels, restaurants, food producers, and experiences across the island of Ireland, all of whom champion Irish ingredients and sustainable practices.
Dan’s first official showcase with us took place, when we proudly welcomed members of the Irish Food Writers’ Guild, Wicklow producers, and food lovers passionate about sustainability and local produce to our opening Vision for Venison event of the year.
The evening began with a welcome reception sponsored by Glendalough Distillery, followed by insightful presentations from Wicklow Naturally and guest speakers on deer management, biodiversity, food tourism, and the many sustainability aspects of venison.
From there, guests moved to the Fairways Restaurant, where Chef Dan curated an incredible menu that highlighted Wicklow’s finest locally sourced venison. It was a dining experience to remember.
This event was co-hosted in collaboration with the Wicklow County Council Climate Action Committee and Wicklow Naturally, we’d like to thank all who helped make it a success.
We’re excited for this new chapter at Tulfarris, with Chef Dan Ottaway leading our kitchens and a continued commitment to championing local producers, sustainability, and unforgettable dining experiences.
Dan’s brand-new menu is now officially available in the Fairways Restaurant, come and experience it for yourself!
