Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa, the five-star country house hotel on the Hertfordshire/Bedfordshire border, has appointed Ruth Hansom as head chef of its Wernher restaurant.Ruth, who recently appeared on BBC 2’s Million Pound Menu, will lead the team in the hotel’s fine-dining 2 AA Rosette Wernher Restaurant. Working under the direction of Luton Hoo Hotel’s executive head … [Read more...]
Award winning new Head Chef appointed at Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport
Michael Sheldon, General Manager of Clayton Hotel Manchester Airport announces the appointment of James Williams as new Executive Head Chef.Jimmy brings more than 18 years of experience to his role, having worked for some of the UK’s most highly reputable hotels, such as Malmaison, Crowne Plaza and De Vere Village Hotels. He will bring a fresh and innovative dimension to … [Read more...]
Mindful Chef reaches 500,000 meals milestone in support of one feeds two
Mindful Chef, the UK’s number one healthy recipe box delivery, service backed by sports stars including Victoria Pendleton CBE, Sir Andy Murray and Will Greenwood MBE, is delighted to report that it has donated over 500,000 meals in support of One Feeds Two, since partnering with the charity a year ago. For every food box purchased by a Mindful Chef customer, a nutritious … [Read more...]
Former Executive Chef at The Lowry Hotel to launch new Manchester venture
Andrew Green, the former Executive Chef at Manchester’s The Lowry Hotel, has confirmed that he is moving to be part of a new venture in the city.Andrew has taken the role of Executive Head Chef at Mamucium, a brand-new venture set to open this autumn within the newly developed City Buildings development adjacent to Victoria Station (which also houses the new Hotel Indigo … [Read more...]
Edinburgh chef toasts Fringe debut in Nigel Slater play
One of Edinburgh’s top chefs is taking his culinary creations to the stage after being chosen to take a starring role in Nigel’s Slater’s ‘Toast’ at the Traverse Theatre, from today, 7th August, until 26th August.Owner of Cater Edinburgh, Barry Bryson, 42, will be making his Fringe debut as part of the play which takes its name from the award-winning autobiography of the TV … [Read more...]
Niklas Ekstedt to join Helena Puolakka for next Aster Chef Series Dinner
On Monday 3rd September, Executive Chef of Aster, Helena Puolakka, will welcome Sweden’s Niklas Ekstedt in a celebration of the best Scandinavian culinary talent. This very special night will be the fourth in the series of evenings showcasing remarkable chefs 'in conversation' with Richard Vines, Bloomberg’s chief food critic, whilst a four-course menu of dishes from Niklas's … [Read more...]
Gourmet Cantonese-British cuisine collaboration arrives at The Pompadour
Later this month, the Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian welcomes Executive Chef, James Wang from its sister hotel in Beijing to co-host a series of Cantonese-British evenings in The Pompadour by Galvin with Head Chef, Daniel Ashmore.Together the chefs will delight guests with an eight course collaborative tasting menu, served in the beautifully restored Pompadour … [Read more...]
Simpson’s in the Strand announce Adrian Martin as its new Chef de Cuisine
Today, landmark London restaurant, Simpson’s in the Strand is delighted to announce the appointment of Adrian Martin as its new Chef de Cuisine. Adrian will bring a new lightness to the menu, an uncomplicated reverence for seasonal ingredients, and contemporary flair to well-loved British classics. Adrian Martin has been a firm fixture in the London restaurant scene for … [Read more...]
Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel & Resort has recipe for event success
The four-star Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel & Resort welcomed top chefs from across Dorset and Hampshire for the ultimate foodie event.More than 50 people gathered at the 19th century manor for the prestigious Chefs’ Forum, which was hosted by Macdonald Elmers Court Hotel & Resorts’ head chef Nik St. Peter.On the menu were seminars from leading industry figures, … [Read more...]
Marc Hardiman appointed Executive Chef of the Kaleidoscope Collection
The Kaleidoscope Collection – currently comprising No.15 Great Pulteney, The County Hotel, Bath and a third property due to be revealed in the coming days – has announced the appointment of Marc Hardiman as Executive Chef of the group, who joined in June this year.The 36-year-old brings a wealth of experience from revered properties at home and abroad to the Bath-based … [Read more...]
Dale Sutton appointed Head Chef of Frenchie Covent Garden
28-year-old Dale Sutton begins his role as head chef at Frenchie Covent Garden this month. The chef arrives from Paris, where he spent 3 years as executive Group Sous Chef in Paris looking after all three Frenchie sites on Rue du Nil (Frenchie restaurant, Frenchie Wine Bar and Frenchie To Go). Prior to joining the Frenchie empire, Australian-born Dale spent a year at David … [Read more...]
Leading chefs prepare for unique live cooking and dining experience hosted by London Kitchen Social
A team of award-winning chefs are preparing for a unique event to be held on October 4th which will enable diners to take part in a live, interactive cooking and fine dining experience.London Kitchen Social Live will be held at the bellavita Academy in East London when a seven-course tasting menu will be cooked and prepared in front of up to 50 guests by some of the … [Read more...]
Welsh winners ‘humbled’ by Chef Mentor Awards
Two prominent Welsh chefs both said they felt humbled to be among the winners at the inaugural Chef Mentor Awards, designed to recognise the most inspiring mentors in the sector, last Tuesday.Held at Celtic Manor Resort, Newport, the awards brought together leaders from restaurant, hotel, catering and education establishments to celebrate individuals who have trained, … [Read more...]
Inspirational chef mentor work recognised at UK industry Awards
Hackney born chef trainer Leon Seraphin has been awarded the Community Award at a prestigious black-tie Awards evening by foodservice provider BaxterStorey. Working for social enterprise Beyond Food, which operates out of Brigade restaurant, owned by PwC and managed by BaxterStorey, Leon has trained over 1200 homeless people in the local London community and brought 120 … [Read more...]
