Monica Galetti - Speaker

Speaker, Culinary Innovator and Television Personality
London
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Monica Galetti | Speaker Biography

Renowned chef known for fusion cuisine
Judge on MasterChef: The Professionals
Author of multiple acclaimed cookbooks

Monica Galetti is a renowned New Zealand chef known for her unique mix of classical French cuisine and South Pacific flavors. She was raised in Upolu by her aunts while her mother worked in Auckland. At eight, she moved to Wellington to live with her parents and five siblings. Monica's love for food, influenced by her Samoan heritage, led her to study hospitality at the Central Institute of Technology. After earning her diploma, she began her career at Timothy's restaurant, where her talent was recognized, leading her to compete in international cooking competitions. In 1999, she moved to London to work with Michel Roux Jr. at Le Gavroche, a two-Michelin-starred restaurant. Starting as a first commis, her skills quickly advanced her to the position of the restaurant's first female senior sous chef. During her ten years there, she also helped launch Le Gavroche des Tropiques in Mauritius. Since 2009, Monica has been a judge on BBC's MasterChef: The Professionals and has co-presented Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby since 2017. She has written three books: "Monica’s Kitchen," "The Skills," and "Monica at Home," released in September 2021. In 2017, she opened her first restaurant, Mere, in London, which showcased a blend of culinary influences from her and her husband David's backgrounds. Although Mere closed in 2024, it reflected her culinary vision. Monica continues to be a key figure in the culinary world, serving as a UK Tourism Ambassador for Samoa and returning to MasterChef: The Professionals in March 2023. Her cooking highlights her South Pacific roots and classical training, focusing on family and seasonal ingredients.

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*What topics does Monica Galetti specialise in?*
Monica Galetti specialises in talking about culinary arts, restaurant management, television presenting and more.

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*Does Monica Galetti offer virtual speaking engagements?*
Yes, Monica Galetti offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

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Book Monica Galetti to inspire your team with her remarkable journey from Samoa to culinary stardom. Her unique fusion of cultures and passion for food will ignite creativity, resilience, and teamwork, making her an unforgettable speaker for your event.

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