Gordon Ramsay has always courted publicity and sometimes even basks in it when it’s bad, this week is no different, and we understand he is currently basking in it at one of his holiday homes in Cornwall with his family.A furore started earlier this week within the press when reporting of Ramsay’s reactions to, like every other restaurateur in the UK, being forced by … [Read more...]
Celebrated restauranteur and chef Floyd Cardoz, passes away from COVID-19
We are sad to report that Mumbai born restaurateur Floyd Cardoz has passed away today from COVID-19. Floyd Cardoz was born and grew up in Mumbai, he trained as a biochemist before discovering his real passion, restaurants.Educated in culinary schools in India and Switzerland, he travelled to New York where he worked in Gray Kunz's legendary kitchen at Lespinasse, rising to … [Read more...]
Roux Scholarship: competition postponed
We have just received the following email from Roux Scholarship: " It’s with regret, but for all participant’s safety, that we have taken the decision to postpone the remaining stages of the competition until the autumn. New dates will be confirmed in due course."A great shame but fully understandable under current COVID-19 circumstances. … [Read more...]
KP to Head Chef to Chef Patron in 6 years, Modou Diagne
Glasgow’s 111 by Nico is about to witness its biggest change to date, rather than the usual news of new menu concepts, the latest news is a story of hard work and determination meeting hope and friendship. Current owner Nico Simeone will step down from the restaurant which will be taken over by close colleague and friend, Modou Diagne. 111 by Nico will close on Monday 23rd … [Read more...]
The Roux Scholarship 2020 regional finalists announced
As the regional finalists for the Roux Scholarship 2020 are announced, chairmen Alain Roux and Michel Roux Jr are delighted that a new generation of chefs are taking part, having submitted recipes that demonstrate a very high level of talent. In this year’s competition, ten of the 18 regional finalists are first-time applicants and the chefs come from as far south as Jersey and … [Read more...]
MasterChef: The Professionals 2020, applications are now open
MasterChef: The Professionals 2020 gives professional chefs a unique opportunity to present their skills to an audience of millions. The competition also provides a perfect shop window for chefs looking to develop their career. Just ask 2009 winner Steve Groves, who today is head chef at Roux at Parliament Square.BBC Two’s MasterChef: The Professionals is returning for its … [Read more...]
Clare Smyth and Anne-Sophie Pic celebrate women in hospitality
Two of today’s most respected chefs, Clare Smyth and Anne-Sophie Pic are preparing to host a dinner in celebration of International Women’s Day at 2 Michelin starred restaurant, Core by Clare Smyth.Host, Clare Smyth is an internationally acclaimed chef being the first and only female chef to run a three Michelin-star restaurant in the UK, while she was Chef Patron at … [Read more...]
University College Birmingham students crowned Zest Quest Asia 2020 champions
University College Birmingham is the new Zest Quest Asia champion, with the team and their mentor winning a culinary and cultural trip of a lifetime to Bangkok as guests of Dusit International. In addition, they will undertake training in Thai cuisine at the Dusit Thani’s signature Thai restaurant and at the recently launched Le Cordon Bleu Dusit Culinary School. They will also … [Read more...]
Five minutes with… Katy and Simon Hulstone
The Elephant restaurant, Torquay is a seaside restaurant that is situated overlooking Torquay harbour. The Elephant was the first restaurant in Torquay to be awarded a Michelin star and that award has been maintained for 15 years. The restaurant is owned and run by Simon Hulstone and his wife Katy, so we arranged to have Five minutes with them both to learn more about their 15 … [Read more...]
Michel Roux Jr and his all-female brigade raise over £40,000 for DEBRA
World class female chefs joined forces on Monday evening to create a glamourous dining experience for a hundred and twelve guests at one of the most luxurious hotels in the capital, The Langham, London. The event raised over £40,000 for the charity DEBRA’s #FightEB appeal – money which will make a real difference to the quality of life for people suffering from the painful skin … [Read more...]
Marco Pierre White now part of Skills for Chefs Conference 2020
Marco Pierre White has confirmed he will be taking part in the Skills for Chefs Conference later this year on 1st and 2nd of July, much to the delight of event organiser David McKown MBE.McKown, Director of Skills for Chefs commented on the announcement telling us: “we are delighted to have secured Marco Pierre White for the 23rd annual conference and I am sure the on stage … [Read more...]
All female chef line-up announced for DEBRA UK 2020
The Great Chefs Dinner in aid of national charity DEBRA UK, returns to London, on Monday 3 February 2020 at The Langham, London in the West End. The sumptuous dining experience, now in its fifth year, will take place in the dazzling Roux at the Landau Restaurant. Michel Roux Jr will be hosting the evening and his culinary skills will be accompanied for the first time with an … [Read more...]
New Head Chef at The Salt Room Brighton
Lawrence McCarthy has been appointed as Head Chef at The Salt Room Brighton, formerly of two Michelin-starred Marcus Wareing at the Berkley. As well as the experience at Marcus Wareing at the Berkley, McCarthy has a wealth of experience with six years at The Ledbury under Brett Graham, and most recently head chef at Michelin starred Tristan’s in Horsham.Located on the … [Read more...]
New Head Chef appointment at Bohemia Restaurant
Bohemia Restaurant in St Helier has announced the appointment Callum Graham as Head Chef.Graham’s career has taken him from The Lanesborough in London to the Michelin-starred Auberge du Lion d’Or in Geneva, and the then Michelin-starred Le Celadon in Paris, before arriving at Bohemia. Along the way, Graham has featured on MasterChef: The Professionals, and was part of the … [Read more...]
