Around the Firepit

Indulge in a culinary escapade with the charismatic Chef Don Hancey, renowned as The Western Australian Food Ambassador. With an impressive stature and an even bigger heart, Chef Don weaves captivating narratives for iconic WA food enterprises, acting as the conduit between producers and the public. His fervent dedication to the world of gastronomy fuels his mission: to ignite innovation and kindle inspiration, all to deliver a resounding message – "WA PRODUCE TAKES CENTER STAGE!"

Don's unyielding ardour for locally sourced bounty and succulent seafood is infectious. He delights in divulging the splendour of produce cultivated, reaped, and reeled in from Carnarvon and the entire Gascoyne region. Over a span of a decade, Don has been an integral part of the Taste of The Gascoyne and Gascoyne Food Festival. In 2019, his profound commitment was celebrated through the inaugural Gascoyne Food Hero Award, shared with the legendary Kel Brown of…