Honey has become a global commodity, named alongside wine and olive oil amongst the world’s frequently widely-debased foodstuffs. With China, India and other high-volume honey producing countries flooding the market with often unregulated, low-quality product, a recent report questions the economic future for Europe’s beekeepers. Honey Sommelier Sarah Wyndham Lewis … [Read more...]
Roux Scholar returns with three star experience
Three Michelin starred Restaurant Frantzén, Stockholm Roux Scholar returns with three star experience - Roux Scholarship 2019 winning chef, Spencer Metzger has returned early from his stage at Restaurant Frantzén, Stockholm . The three-month placement is the star prize of the competition, as the winner can select to work in any three-star Michelin kitchen in the world. … [Read more...]
How to prepare, handle and deliver food safely, during COVID-19
While food hygiene is always an important consideration for the hospitality industry, now more than ever, it is crucial to follow strict health and safety protocols across your food and beverage business. There is no evidence to suggest that Coronavirus can be transmitted from food, or food packaging. Despite this, there are certain extra precautions your business should … [Read more...]
Majella’s April Image of the Month
One of our favourite emails every month is Image of the Month from Majella O’Connell, aka Pavlova & Cream. Earlier today we received said email and enjoyed the privilege of reviewing a selection of image candidates. A tough and very enjoyable process over a coffee earlier today saw a dish by Nathan Wall at Restaurant Artichoke selected. Juniper & meadow hay smoked … [Read more...]
Gordon Ramsay retreats to Cornwall holiday home following termination of 500 restaurant staff
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...]
