

GUEST CHEF – JOSH EMETT
INTRODUCING GUEST CHEF – JOSH EMETT
We sit down with Josh Emett, New Zealand’s world renowned chef to discuss his background and passion for cooking. His four dishes featuring on the Woop Foodie menu; All Green Salad with Ginger Garlic Prawns and a Pistachio Wasabi Pea Crumb (delivered on the 23rd and 24th February), Herbed Spiced Couscous with Caramelised Onion and Dukkha Crusted Lamb (delivered on the 1st and 2nd March), Fragrant Thai Lemon Chicken with Steamed Rice (delivered on the 8th and 9th March) and Sesame Beef kofta in Pita with Seeded Slaw (delivered on the 15th and 16th March).
All Green Salad with Ginger Garlic Prawns and a Pistachio Wasabi Pea Crumb
This is one of my go-to salads, it is fresh, delicious and with a fantastic dressing.
Delivered on 23rd and 24th February
Herbed Spiced Couscous with Caramelised Onion and Dukkha Crusted Lamb
This is a couscous dish I have made for 10 years, I love the combination of textures, spices & herbs.
Delivered on 1st and 2nd March
Fragrant Thai Lemon Chicken with Steamed Rice
This is a delicious fragrant Thai inspired one pan wonder, quick and always well received.
Delivered on the 8th and 9th March
Sesame Beef kofta in Pita with Seeded Slaw
This was a dish that I used to make for the kids and then we realised we enjoyed eating as much as our boys. I love the pitta pocket packed full of flavour.
Delivered on the 15th and 16th March
Interested in sampling Josh Emett's dishes?
What’s going on in your life at the moment – any projects, passions or focuses?
We have huge plans for 2020 and have 2 incredible projects lined up that are still under wraps.. watch this space.
What are your top 3 career highlights?
- 2 Michelin Stars with Gordon Ramsey while heading up his NY restaurant.
- Opening Rata Queenstown and seeing its success 8 years on.
- Cooking for incredible people such as: Mick Jagger, Kings of Leon, LL Cool J, David Beckham.
What’s your pet peeve in the kitchen?
Untidiness.
Why do you think people should try WOOP?
It makes cooking homemade dinners so enjoyable and easy with a little help from the chefs at WOOP who prepare all the mis-en-place.
Favourite international cuisine?
French!
Interested in sampling Josh Emett's dishes?