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03rd Jul 2025
Michael Caines launches 2025 South West Chef of the Year competition
Caines, who is chef/patron at the Michelin-starred Lympstone Manor, co-founded the competition in 2004 with the aim of championing professional excellence, nurturing rising stars and celebrating the...
02nd Jul 2025
Daniel Russell-Poole receives Andrew Bennett Memorial Award
The Andrew Bennett Memorial Award highlights outstanding mentorship, spotlighting individuals whose work has significantly shaped the next generation of hospitality professionals. David McKown...
02nd Jul 2025
Essential Cuisine introduces fragrant Thai style seasoning to range
Developed to capture the ‘bold and aromatic essence’ of Thai cuisine, this versatile seasoning allows chefs to bring Southeast Asian street food flavours to their menus with ease and consistency...
02nd Jul 2025
Wellocks named Business Partner of the Year at Skills for Chefs Conference
Known for their ‘exceptional’ produce and strong partnerships with top chefs and institutions, Wellocks was recognised for its ongoing support of chef development and training across the UK. The...
30th Jun 2025
Craft Guild of Chefs names 40 semi-finalists for National Chef of the Year
Throughout the day, talented chefs have been receiving their coveted semi-finalist chef jackets from Continental Chef Supplies (CCS) and Lafont as well as gifts from Churchill and Essential Cuisine...
30th Jun 2025
The Academy by Simon Rogan wins UK Young Restaurant Team of the Year
The team of Kyras Samson, Hope Ryall-Thurlow & Madeleine Bate was mentored by Kayleigh Thorogood. The trophy was presented by Vicky Enderson, chair of judges & director of MSK Ingredients. David...
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30th Jun 2025
Accoladed by Ekta Bhargava, managing director of Better Kitchen, this award not only recognises chef Vivek's exceptional...
26th Jun 2025
Widely recognised as one of the most influential figures in UK foodservice and hospitality, his retirement marks the end of a...
25th Jun 2025
Hosted at the iconic Lingotto Fiere, the awards ceremony honoured trailblazing talent across 22 territories and five...
25th Jun 2025
He brings with him almost two decades of business development experience, having honed his skills by leading national...
24th Jun 2025
Throughout the semi-finals, the chefs faced a series of demanding challenges designed to test their technical skills...
24th Jun 2025
Following a stimulating programme of keynote talks on topics such as plant-based cuisine, sustainability, customer service...
24th Jun 2025
To launch this collaboration, Hix will host a dinner at The Clink’s flagship restaurant HMP Brixton on Wednesday 16th July at...
24th Jun 2025
Montgomery is chef owner at Edinbane Lodge, Isle of Skye. From washing dishes at 14 to co-owning a fine dining destination...
23rd Jun 2025
Entrants must submit two dishes using wild meat only – one bar snack/street food dish and one comfort/everyday meal. The...
23rd Jun 2025
The prize for finishing second is a duck hamper including a selection of products and premium cookware, with a value of £150...