Standish913.com has been blessed to do an exclusive with...
"DAVE WHITE"
Let's get into some exclusive questions...
STANDISH: Tell me about growing up in England....
Growing up was difficult, two older brothers that constantly pushed me around but at the same time kept me out of trouble.
We were in a tough area just outside of London in a small town called burgess hill, a rough area.
I left school early and started washing dishes in a restaurant at the age of 13, I loved it.
The chefs with there big knife’s and large pints of beer. I fell in love with the kitchen, when I turned 14 the restaurant offered me an apprenticeship where I would go to culinary school 1 day a week then work and train as a chef 5 days a week, 5 afds ( all fucking day) the rest is history.
STANDISH: Why did you go to France? What did you bring with you?
I worked under Gordon Ramsey whe I was 18 in Londons claridges, it was hard work but I thrived init that intense situation.
I was an angry young man which didn’t help having two older brothers with a reputation didn’t help either so I was getting in trouble with the law a lot and didn’t like where I was heading so I grabbed my passport and knifes and moved to France when I was 19. Took a sous chef job in a hotel in the French alps, honestly i was in heaven. Knowone knew me I had a fresh start. Trust me they everyone got to know me lol 😂
STANDISH: Can you tell us some of the challenges you faced while working on the boat opposed to a kitchen on land?
The boat is so tough cause it make you feel trapped and you don’t get any support mentally, it’s a tough industry. I had many break downs and tough mental days.
A lot of the time you’re alone.
On land you can always walk away and lean on your loved ones
STANDISH: Would you ever consider switching careers?
Cooking saved my life, I love cooking. I would never changed!
STANDISH: What is your biggest dream?
My biggest dream is do the highest ever dinner party on Mount Everest.
STANDISH: Do you ever want to open your own restaurant?
I opened 2 in the south west of France but lost them in covid.
I plan to open a seafood restaurant in Florida and a fish and chip shop
STANDISH: Can you talk about the struggles you faced in the kitchen while balancing your mental health...
The kitchen actually balances me out and helps my anxiety’s as well as extreme sports.
The thing with cooking there is so many highs with a service you always have to come down at some point
STANDISH: You travel, alot! Who has the best cuisine globally? Can you teach us about ingredients used in different countries, most may not know about...
I think French is the best cuisine, but my favorite is Asian/ Japanese but saying that I had some of my best food in Peru.
STANDISH: What was more difficult; Climbing Mount Everest or disappointing Captain Sandy? Everybody loves her!
Definitely climbing Mount Everest, but I do love Captain Sandy and will always be in her debt
STANDISH: What was the worst day on the boat for you? What was the best? Why?
The best day was when Mzi and Storm showed up, love those guys. The worst day well we all know when that was. Not even gonna give her the credit of mentioning her name
STANDISH: How did it feel to be always watched on the boat?
It was so tough, I would like to go back with out all the drama and lies I was submerged in
STANDISH: Did you ever get seasick being on the Below Deck boat that long?
And no we aren't talking about a hangover lol...Nah never got sea sick. 10 years of sea legs.
STANDISH: What was an odd request you received on the preference sheet for guests on Below Deck?
Nothing to odd really..
STANDISH: Tell me your favorite memory on the Below Deck boat?
My best day was when everyone realised I wasn’t a crazy man and the crew took my side lol 😂 honestly the day I left. I hated it
STANDISH: Who are three people you'd like to cook for, dead or alive?
Matthew Mchonahey
Cristiano Ronaldo
Sylvester Stallone
Anthony Bourdaine
STANDISH: What does Dave have planned for the future?
Going to be a dad in 6 days
I’m going to prove to the world I can cook and I’m not just a reality cook.
I’m gonna get a Guinness world record for the highest ever dinner party.
STANDISH: What are your social links?
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