We're back with our creative women series, and this week we're thrilled to feature chef, author and outdoor enthusiast Sarah Glover.
Sarah is a multitalented creative; she's authored multiple cookbooks, offers catering, runs cooking workshops, has a video journal documenting her adventures, and created Driftwood Cabin, a coastal retreat in Tasmania (which is available to rent on Airbnb!).
Her favourite kitchen is in nature, foraging local seasonal produce, grilling over a fire pit, and sharing meals with friends under the stars. Her enthusiasm for everything she does is infectious, it was a pleasure to connect with Sarah, we hope you enjoy reading our chat.
Tell us about your professional journey - highlights, learnings, mentors.
I've been cooking since I was 16, a highlight was cooking for Martha Stewart, Francis Mallmann and Gordon Ramsay. They've also been mentors of mine, I've learnt that you might have a talent or a skill but unless you stay humble with it, it can overwhelm you and control your emotions. I also think keep it simple, good quality produce, take your time to cook and enjoy sitting down to a meal.
![Argentinian chef Franci Mallman](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0255/8925/2174/files/ezgif.com-gif-maker_31.png?v=1648778432)
Argentinian chef Francis Mallmann
Describe your approach to cooking
It's very tactile, I often look for inspirations in my ingredients, landscape and people - this inspires the setting, the menu, and the mood.
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What are you working on right now, personally and professionally?
I'm working on a You tube channel, that helps to capture my personality and adventures in a more lighthearted manner.
Favourite self care ritual/s to unwind?
Getting my nails done and sipping on a coffee. It's safe to say this happens about 4 times a year.
Favourite travel experience/s?
Going to Paris solo and ridging my bike around discovering farmers markets.
Going to Paris solo and ridging my bike around discovering farmers markets.
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What makes you feel most alive?
When I'm in community and serving others
Who or what is inspiring you right now?
I find inspiration in art. I love learning about people's journeys and the road they've travelled, it helps me realise that I'm not so far off myself and that everyone has a hard story. It doesn’t matter how successful you are, there are still daily trials and things we have to overcome.
Insider home town tips?
Ohhh, I live in the USA right now but in Tasmania, the CWA (country womens association ) they have incredible home baked goodies, hand knitted jumpers and beautiful hand cut flowers.
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Summer is our favourite season, what’s a song, taste and place that reminds you of summer?
Song: My Girl
Taste: Fresh Raspberries and whipped cream
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Sarah's favourite taste of summer.
Place: Crescent Head.
Biggest take away of the year?
Hold plans loosely because they can change in a second.
Sarah wearing our Ivy Jumpsuit in Blush