Two of Avery Healthcare’s finest chefs reached the National Finals of the National Association of Care Catering (NACC) Care Chef of the Year 2018 competition and came away with two fantastic awards!The NACC raises the profile of care catering and is celebrated across the care sector. This year the finals were held at Barking & Dagenham College’s Technical Skills Academy … [Read more...]
Allan Pickett launches guest chef series
Executive Chef Allan Pickett has announced a guest chef series at the iconic setting of Swan, Shakespeare’s Globe inviting close friends in the industry to celebrate the very best of seasonal, British produce.With dates confirmed for the summer and autumn of this year, renowned chefs Ben Tish (Culinary Director, The Stafford), Kieren Steinborn (Chef Patron at The Falcon … [Read more...]
DoubleTree by Hilton, Westminster appoints Arup Dasgupta as new Executive Chef
Arup Dasgupta has been appointed the new Executive Chef at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Westminster, taking ownership of all food and beverage operations within the hotel. One of the key priorities for Chef Dasgupta will be the launch of Art St Kitchen, a recently revamped restaurant situated inside the hotel, which previously only served breakfast to hotel guests. The restaurant … [Read more...]
‘Netflix generation’ driving meat free agenda says panel of top chefs
The ‘Netflix generation’ is driving the meat free agenda according to a panel of top chefs who met to discuss the shift towards plant based dining ahead of World Meat Free Week (11 – 17 June 2018).The panel, who met at Tredwells restaurant in Seven Dials, included:Chantelle Nicholson, Chef Patron, Tredwells Russell Bateman, Head Chef, Colette’s at The Grove … [Read more...]
Celtic Manor preparing for Albert Roux OBE coming to dinner
Hosting awards dinners is not a rare occurrence for the Celtic Manor, hosting an awards dinner that Albert Roux OBE is attending and shortlisted for two awards, is.The Celtic Manor is the host venue of the Mentor Awards at H&C EXPO taking place on the first evening of H&C EXPO on Tuesday 17th July. More than thirty chefs have been shortlisted for an award … [Read more...]
A Fresh Produce Party on Chefs’ Forum Demo Stage at the London Produce Show 2018!
For the fifth year running, The Chefs’ Forum Demo Stage hosted a series of fabulous cookery demonstrations celebrating fresh produce from some of the best chefs in the country at The London Produce Show last Thursday.At the best London Produce show yet, accomplished chef demo compere, international Restaurant Consultant and Chefs’ Forum Committee Member, Peter Gorton … [Read more...]
Mark Poynton leaves Alimentum to start new venture
Mark Poynton is to leave Alimentum Restaurant in Cambridge to open a new restaurant in the city centre later this year.Mark Poynton comments:“I have been with Alimentum for nearly a decade and feel it’s time for a new perspective. I leave Alimentum in the capable of hands of head chef Samira Effa and wish her and the entire team at Alimentum the best for the … [Read more...]
Newmarket Chef scoops first prize in regional competition
Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa’s Commis Chef, Crystal Newton, has triumphed in the Passion to Inspire 2018 hospitality competition, beating teams of young chefs from across the region. Representing her college West Suffolk College, Crystal worked in a team of three (two in the kitchen and one front-of-house) to create and serve an exquisite menu that wowed the judges enough to … [Read more...]
Two exciting new additions join The Deptford Market Yard Line-Up
Deptford Market Yard are delighted to announce the upcoming opening of two new vibrant food vendors this summer. This June, Deptford will be welcoming Spanish restaurant and wine shop ‘The Tapas Room’, and local, American-inspired street food brand ‘Hanks’.Opening 7th June, one of Deptford Market Yard’s arches will become home to ‘The Tapas Room’, who will be bringing along … [Read more...]
Relais & Châteaux and its chefs act to save the oceans
Relais & Châteaux have celebrated UN-recognized World Oceans Day for the 3rd year in a row, this year bigger and better than ever before. In partnership with Ethic Ocean, Relais & Châteaux chefs around the world will offer exclusive sustainable seafood menus, paying tribute to the sea and heightening awareness of the important role they play, in a grand celebration … [Read more...]
New talented Head Chef arrives at The Derby Conference Centre
Guests of The Derby Conference Centre are now enjoying a refreshed dining experience thanks to the launch of a range of new menus created by their talented new Head Chef, Matthew Slack.As an experienced chef who has worked his way up to senior positions in local restaurants offering quality cuisine, Matthew hopes to create dishes that provide people with the most enjoyable … [Read more...]
Patricia Roig appointed Head Chef of Lima Floral, Covent Garden
Originally from Seville, Patricia Roig commenced her culinary career studying at the University of Seville in 2000, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in 2003. She continued her training, and four years later gained a First-Class Honours degree in Tourism. During her studies, Patricia undertook two internships, the first in 2001 as a commis chef at Miranda Suizo Hotel in … [Read more...]
John Grover wins NACC Care Chef of the Year 2018
John Grover of Auchtercrag House Care Home, Ellon, Aberdeenshire, was crowned 2018 NACC Care Chef of the Year, yesterday, following a thrilling national final.The prestigious National Chef of the Year culinary competition, organised by the National Association of Care Catering (NACC), seeks out the UK’s best chef working in the care sector.Barking & Dagenham … [Read more...]
Alain Ducasse, Clare Smyth and Angela Hartnett honoured at Craft Guild of Chefs 25th award ceremony
Last night in a dazzling ceremony, the Craft Guild of Chefs announced the winners of its 25th annual awards to more than 750 guests, including an impressive line-up of Michelin-starred chefs and high-profile industry professionals.The prestigious annual event took place at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London. Celebrating 25 years of culinary excellence, the awards recognise … [Read more...]
