Interview: Alex Henderson
Born and raised in Inverness, Alex wasn’t a lover of school and originally thought of joining the army, but the turning point came when his mum – who was a…
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Interview: Simon Rogan
He’s a man who’s built an empire from the grassroots starting with L’Enclume, in Cartmel, Cumbria – which now has three Michelin stars. From this “little northern restaurant in the…
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Interview: Hirishikesh Desai
Born and raised in Pune in India, a young Hrishikesh worked in the Baker’s Basket which was famous for its “posh” cakes. It was here Hrishikesh learned about hard work…
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Interview: Executive Chef Richard Chilver
He’s a man who wears his heart on his sleeve, who’s the salt of the earth with a big personality – and who genuinely cares about making sure his customers…
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Brad Carter To launch One Star Döner Bar in Birmingham
Michelin-star chef Brad Carter is set to launch his One Star Döner Bar in Birmingham in early 2023. Due to be located inside the much-loved Hare & Hounds pub in…
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Gino D’Acampo On New Newcastle Menu
You’re back in Newcastle to promote your new autumn/winter menu, tell us more about what customers can expect to see on it. It’s very different from spring and summer. Different…
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Phil Corrie Launches New Tasting Menu at 1863
The new lunchtime tasting menu features 5 courses, can you talk us through what people can expect from the menu … “We have tried to bring back what a traditional…
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Gareth Rayner Joins Wynyard Hall
Renowned North East chef Gareth Rayner has joined Wynyard Hall’s Glass House Restaurant as executive head chef. Gareth, who previously oversaw the food operation at Middleton Lodge, will now lead…
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Gino D’Acampo Visits Newcastle
“I’m so sorry, I’m just having a cheeky nibble,” says Gino as I walk into the ‘interview room’ inside Gino D’Acampo’s Quayside restaurant.Dressed in black jeans, a black T-shirt and…
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Chef Sean Wrest To Open Ye Horns Inn
Former Michelin-starred head chef, Sean Wrest, is to head up an exciting new restaurant at a former historic inn near Preston. The acclaimed chef, who was also a 2021 Acorn…
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