The final will see six chefs compete for the chance to become Andrew Fairlie scholars and take part in ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ culinary experiences. The scholarship aims to recognise an outstanding individual who is forging ahead with their culinary career and working in Scotland.

The six competing chefs include:

• Taraya Boyes, commis chef at The Balmoral’s Brasserie Prince restaurant in Edinburgh
• Rachel Bremner, commis chef at The Balmoral’s Brasserie Prince restaurant in Edinburgh
• Lee Christie, commis chef at Gleneagles
• Sean Currie, head chef at Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel’s iasg restaurant in Glasgow
• Eddie Brown, sous chef at The Carnegie Club at Skibo Castle in Dornoch
• Halil Can Durmaz, chef de partie at The Carnegie Club at Skibo Castle in Dornoch

Judges for the final include Stephen McLaughlin, Tom Kerridge, Gary Maclean, Lorna McNee and Keith Podmore. In 2021, scholarships were awarded to Amy Stephenson, aged 23, then a junior sous chef at the Torridon hotel and Josh Wilkinson, aged 26, working at the time as senior chef de partie at the Isle of Eriska hotel. 

David Cochrane, chief executive of HIT Scotland, said: “This is a unique opportunity for chefs working in Scotland to develop their skills and take on the mantle of Andrew’s legacy. It also gives them the chance to experience some fantastic industry opportunities that will help enhance their careers and development.  

“We are once again passionate about showcasing the impressive culinary talent currently working away in Scotland while continuing to champion Andrew’s incredible legacy. Best of luck to all of our finalists.”