Chef

Tom Kerridge named as creative director for Knorr Professional’s Bouillons range

27-Feb-2023 By Restaurant

Tom Kerridge has been named as the new creative director for Knorr Professional’s Bouillons range.

Flash-grilled: Jiwan Lal

24-Feb-2023 By James McAllister

The executive chef at neighbourhood Indian restaurant Babur in London's Honor Oak Park on his signature dish, outlawing mid meal cigarette breaks, and memories of cooking with his mum.

Roux Scholarship announces 2023 regional finalists

24-Feb-2023 By James McAllister

The regional finalists for the Roux Scholarship 2023 have been announced by chairmen Alain Roux and Michel Roux Jr, with 18 chefs selected.

How I Got Here: Ross Clarke

22-Feb-2023 By James McAllister

The global food and drink director at interactive football and dining experience TOCA Social on his fascination with coffee, his time at The Fat Duck Experimental Kitchen, and being a very good sleeper.

Flash-grilled: Ivan Orkin

17-Feb-2023 By James McAllister

The Japanese food expert and US-based chef, who's currently running residencies in London and Brighton in partnership with Sessions, on his love of ramen and his dislike of truffle.

Beckford Group to enter the hotel space later this year

14-Feb-2023 By Joe Lutrario

The South West-based Beckford Group will open its first hotel later this year.

Flash-grilled: Alex Webb

10-Feb-2023 By James McAllister

The MasterChef: The Professionals 2020 winner, whose pop-up restaurant at London’s The InterContinental Park Lane recently went permanent, on his first industry job, tidiness, and his favourite accompaniment to caviar.

"It was the hardest thing I’ve done in my career" Adam Handling on his debut book collection

10-Feb-2023 By Stefan Chomka

The Frog chef has published a boxset of three recipe books that tell his story, the journey of his restaurant group, and the ethos of sustainability that underpins it all.

Former Brat chefs to helm Kentish Town pub The Parakeet

09-Feb-2023 By James McAllister

Former Brat chefs Ben Allen and Ed Jennings will helm a new 'culinary-led' pub and dining room that's set to open in Kentish Town, London, in March.

Jun Tanaka finally set to reopen The Ninth following fire

09-Feb-2023 By James McAllister

Jun Tanaka will finally reopen his Michelin-starred Mediterranean restaurant The Ninth in London's Fitzrovia in March, several months after a 'serious fire' forced it to close.

Industry pays tribute to 'great chef and mentor' Michel Bourdin

06-Feb-2023 By James McAllister

Chef Michel Bourdin, who led the kitchens at The Connaught hotel in London's Mayfair for more than 25 years, has died at the age of 80.

Flash-grilled: Lungi Mhlanga

03-Feb-2023 By James McAllister

The owner and founder of female-led dessert bar Treats Club in east London on pairing pickles with ice cream, her penchant for graphic design, and her new savoury donut collaboration.

Nico Simeone to open third Six by Nico in Glasgow

03-Feb-2023 By Restaurant

Nico Simeone is continuing his expansion across Glasgow with the opening of a third Six by Nico in the Scottish city.

Flash-grilled: Ayo Adeyemi

27-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

The executive chef at West African tasting menu restaurant Akoko in London's Fitzrovia on the importance of respecting kitchen porters, his first industry job, and growing up in Nigeria.

Michelin returns to physical event for 2023 Guide

23-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

The 2023 Michelin star revelation ceremony for Great Britain & Ireland will take place at the Silverstone Circuit in Northamptonshire on 27 March.

Brighton and Hove chef Duncan Ray launches sharing concept at Curds & Whey

23-Jan-2023 By Joe Lutrario

Little Fish Market chef Duncan Ray has launched a sharing plate concept at nearby cheese shop and restaurant Curds & Whey.

Book Review: Parsi

20-Jan-2023 By Stefan Chomka

The debut cookbook from St John Bread and Wine head chef Farokh Talati gives a very personal and deeply pleasing insight into Parsi cuisine.

Andrew Watts joins The Plumicorn at The Tawny hotel

18-Jan-2023 By Restaurant

Andrew Watts has been appointed head chef at The Plumicorn, the flagship restaurant at Staffordshire hotel The Tawny.

Flash-grilled: Rob Taylor

13-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

The chef owner of Tallow in Kent on his first industry job, his admiration of Nathan Outlaw, and what he'd choose as his last meal.

Gary Lee appointed executive chef of Sycamore Vino Cucina

11-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

Gary Lee has been appointed executive chef of Covent Garden restaurant Sycamore Vino Cucina within London's Middle Eight hotel.

Gino D’Acampo to launch Leeds restaurant as he plots expansion

10-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

Gino D’Acampo is to open a new upmarket Italian restaurant and bar at the recently refurbished Leeds Marriott Hotel, as he plots further expansion in the UK and internationally.

Flash-grilled: Alyn Williams

06-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

The former National Chef of the Year winner, who currently oversees the stoves at London's Park Row, on his first industry job and what to pair with pie and eels.

Royal Academy of Culinary Arts’ Annual Awards of Excellence seeks entries

06-Jan-2023 By Restaurant

Entries are open for the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts’ Annual Awards of Excellence (AAE) 2023.

Six by Nico plots major expansion push after 'robust' results

05-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

The group behind tasting menu restaurant Six by Nico is plotting major expansion across the UK and internationally following 'robust' financial results in the year since Covid restrictions were lifted.

Vineet Bhatia becomes 'first Michelin-starred chef of Indian origin' to receive MBE

04-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

Vineet Bhatia has become the 'first Michelin starred chef of Indian origin to be awarded an MBE', having been recognised in the New Year’s Honours list.

Eyal Shani: “Everywhere I go, I want to translate the city into a pita”

03-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

The idiosyncratic Miznon founder has built a global empire pursuing his passion for pita.

How The Palmerston became an instant hit with Edinburgh locals

03-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

Since launching 18 months ago, James Snowdon and Lloyd Morse’s Edinburgh bistro The Palmerston has made waves with critics and diners thanks to its hearty cooking and competitive price point.

Asma Khan to relaunch Darjeeling Express in Kingly Court later this month

03-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

Asma Khan has confirmed she will launch the third iteration of her Indian restaurant Darjeeling Express later this month in London's Soho.

Latest opening: Maria G's Fulham

22-Dec-2022 By James McAllister

Mere months after opening their first Maria G's restaurant, Robin Gill and Aaron Potter have launched a second iteration of the neighbourhood-style Italian brand on the riverside in London's Fulham.

Tom Sellers's new Mayfair restaurant to be called Dovetale

20-Dec-2022 By James McAllister

Further details on chef Tom Sellers's new London restaurant, which is set to launch within 1 Hotel Mayfair next year, have been announced.

Chef Paul Kitching dies suddenly

16-Dec-2022 By Restaurant

Tributes have been paid to chef Paul Kitching who has died suddenly.

Jeremy Chan: "Ikoyi will be the ultimate eating experience"

15-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

The two-Michelin star restaurant is doubling down on its distinctive, ingredients-led approach having moved from its diminutive original site in St James's to a much larger site within the 180 The Strand building.

Harriet Mansell to 'diversify' business with launch of wild food bakery

13-Dec-2022 By James McAllister

Lyme Regis-based chef Harriet Mansell is to overhaul the site currently occupied by her tasting menu restaurant Robin Wylde and launch a bakery within the same space next year.

Flash-grilled: Collin Brown

09-Dec-2022 By James McAllister

The Jamaican-born celebrity chef, who is executive chef for the Turtle Bay restaurant group, on staying true to his roots, cooking with his grandmother, and being inspired by Raymond Blanc.

Sarah Frankland: “I want to develop the chefs of the future”

09-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

 The high-profile pastry chef on being promoted to executive chef of Surrey’s Penny Hill Park hotel and the importance of a structured approach to human resources.

Stuart Ralston to open third Edinburgh restaurant

06-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

Aizle chef Stuart Ralston is going into partnership with his group operations director Jade Johnston to launch a third Edinburgh restaurant.

Top pastry chef Sarah Frankland named executive chef at Penny Hill Park

06-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

High profile Sarah Frankland has been promoted from head pastry chef to executive chef at Surrey’s Penny Hill Park.

Flash-grilled: Natalie Coleman

02-Dec-2022 By James McAllister

The former MasterChef winner, who is now head chef at The Oyster Shed in the City of London, on the importance of stages, an unusual customer allergy, and Tom Kerridge.

The Björn supremacy: the six-star chef that’s now cooking on the rooftops of Knightsbridge

01-Dec-2022 By Stefan Chomka

Swedish chef Björn Frantzén has made his restaurant debut in London, transforming a site at one of the city’s most famous landmarks.

Flash-grilled: Jamie Shears

25-Nov-2022 By James McAllister

The executive chef of Mayfair's recently-launched Audley Public House and Mount St. Restaurant tells us about his first industry job, and who his dream dinner party guests would be.

Geoff Leong: 'I can’t eat other sushi after eating Taku's'

25-Nov-2022 By Joe Lutrario

The British Chinese restaurateur behind Leong’s Legend and Goldfish is jumping into the luxury market feet first with his new Mayfair omakase restaurant Taku.

'Giant of hospitality' Richard Shepherd dies at 77

24-Nov-2022 By Restaurant

Richard Shepherd, one of the first British chefs to be awarded a Michelin star, has died at the age of 77.

Yannick Alléno to make London debut at Four Seasons Park Lane next summer

24-Nov-2022 By James McAllister

Celebrated French chef Yannick Alléno will make his London restaurant debut next summer at the Four Seasons Park Lane.

Chris Denney confirms closure of Notting Hill restaurant Fiend

24-Nov-2022 By James McAllister

Chef Chris Denney has confirmed that his Notting Hill restaurant Fiend, which only launched in the summer of 2021, has closed permanently.

Raymond Blanc: "I hope every parent would want their son or daughter in this industry"

23-Nov-2022 By Restaurant

Parents have a role to play in helping the hospitality sector to attract young people into the industry, according to Raymond Blanc.

Kerth Gumbs to take over the kitchen at Fenchurch Sky Garden

22-Nov-2022 By James McAllister

Chef Kerth Gumbs is to take over the stove of Fenchurch Restaurant at Sky Garden, located on the 37th floor at London’s 20 Fenchurch Street, next month.

How I Got Here: Ramael Scully

16-Nov-2022 By James McAllister

The chef patron of St. James’s restaurant Scully on running his own business, finding the right investor, and the importance of encouraging more young people towards working in the industry.

Ex-Noble Rot chef Myles Donaldson takes over at The Garden Museum

16-Nov-2022 By James McAllister

Former Noble Rot head chef Myles Donaldson is taking over the stove at The Garden Café at the Garden Museum in London's Lambeth.

Hot 4 U’s Matthew Scott to launch first permanent restaurant with Wingnut Wines' Charlie Carr

14-Nov-2022 By James McAllister

Matthew Scott, founder of nomadic kitchen concept Hot 4 U, is to launch his first permanent restaurant venture early next year in London's Hackney.

The making of Mriya - the London restaurant run by Ukrainian refugees

14-Nov-2022 By James McAllister

Unable to return home due to Russia’s invasion, Ukrainian chef Yurii Kovryzhenko and his partner Olga Tsybytovska have tried to create a connection with their country in London’s Earl’s Court.