Strand Palace is delighted to announce the appointment of Alfonso Salvaggio as its new Executive Chef. With 21 years’ experience, Alfonso brings expertise from all over the world and joins Strand Palace from his prior role as Executive Chef at Radisson Blu Portman, London. Alfonso was literally born into catering – his parents owned a successful Italian restaurant in his … [Read more...]
Pea and marinated cherry tomato ‘mantecatura’ risotto recipe, by Danilo Cortellini
Pea and marinated cherry tomato ‘mantecatura’ risotto recipe A pea risotto? I know it sound like a dish more suited to the nursery but believe me there is so much more to this recipe, you’ll be really surprised. Fresh, honest, seasonal ingredients and no fuss. You can even use frozen peas if you want to make life easier, and remember, even if it is very simple, you … [Read more...]
BaxterStorey chefs enjoy a masterclass from MasterChef finalists
MasterChef finalists Billy Wright and Jack Layer joined MasterChef: The Professionals finalist and BaxterStorey project chef Michelle Trusselle, as well as suppliers earlier this month, to host a creative masterclass for BaxterStorey chefs at The Canteen, teaching the company’s chefs how to create two of the most exciting dishes from the duo’s popular supper club. The … [Read more...]
Adam Handling appoints first ever Head Chef for his flagship restaurant
Adam Handling has announced Cleverson Cordeiro as the first ever Head Chef for his flagship restaurant in Covent Garden, Frog by Adam Handling. Prior to Cordeiro’s appointment, the kitchen at Frog by Adam Handling was overseen by Steven Kerr, Executive Head Chef for the entire Adam Handling Group. This appointment is the first time Frog by Adam Handling will have a … [Read more...]
Young chef protégés line up with their mentors to fundraise for Adopt a School
CELEBRATION OF CHEFS AND PROTÉGÉS: CRITICALLY-ACCLAIMED & MICHELIN-STARRED CHEFS TEAM UP WITH FORMER APPRENTICES TO DELIVER WORLD-CLASS DINNER IN AID OF ADOPT A SCHOOL Earlier this month a unique line-up of leading chefs teamed up with their protégés at the exclusive Royal Automobile Club in Pall Mall to generously volunteer their time and showcase a world-class menu … [Read more...]