Gray joins the likes of Michel Roux and Sabrina Ghayour as expert associates, enabling the brand to continue to deliver ‘exceptional culinary experiences’ across its estate of restaurants and venues.

With over 15 years of experience as a registered dietitian and professional chef, Gray has made her mark in renowned restaurants and as a nutrition consultant for bestselling books. Her unique blend of skills supports her belief that enjoying what we eat can go together with optimal nutrition.

Luxey Dayanandan, head of nutrition and sustainability at Restaurant Associates, said: “Clare crafts meals that are not only delicious but also designed for wellness. Her passion for more sustainable food choices aligns perfectly with our net zero journey, highlighting the importance of locally grown and seasonal produce for both our health and the planet. All the dishes are carbon rated as low and not only taste fabulous but also support our guest’s wellbeing journeys.”

Menu highlights include:

• Asparagus, broad bean & ricotta frittata
• Cobnut, tahini & dukkah breakfast bar
• Spring pea, herb & white bean broth with buckwheat dumplings & sorrel
• Carrot, red lentil & coconut curry with crispy trout & coriander, curry leaf salsa
• Elderflower frozen kefir with roasted blackcurrants

Gray added: “I am absolutely thrilled to be working with the talented and dedicated team at Restaurant Associates, their values around healthy food, seasonality, sustainability and delicious tasting food are perfectly aligned with me and I'm very excited to be collaborating with them."