Michael Lloyd, 28, has joined Macdonald Compleat Angler at Marlow, Buckinghamshire, as Head Chef responsible for the stylish, redesigned AA two rosette Riverside Restaurant. He and his team will also be looking after banqueting for both business and private events in the hotel’s function suites and board rooms. Bringing with him a wealth of fine dining experience, Michael … [Read more...]
Pieter Fitz-Dreyer to Head Chef at Chiswell Street Dining Rooms
ETM Group has appointed Pieter Fitz-Dreyer as Head Chef of Chiswell Street Dining Rooms, in the City. Prior to Chiswell Street Dining Rooms, Pieter was Head Chef in the City’s luxury South Place Hotel where, as part of the pre-opening senior food and beverage team, he was responsible for 18 chefs overseeing all aspects of dining, including room service and large events … [Read more...]
Philadelphia Recipe, Espresso and vanilla panna cotta
Ingredients for 6 60 ml strong black coffee 25 g caster sugar 200 ml whipping cream 25 g caster sugar 0.5 vanilla pod, split or 1 tsp vanilla essence 225 g Philadelphia Lightest 1 tsp powdered gelatine dissolved in 1 Tbsp boiling water Instructions Combine the coffee and sugar in a small saucepan and stir until the sugar is dissolved, simmer for 1-2 … [Read more...]
Craft Guild begins 50th celebrations
The Craft Guild of Chefs has cooked up something extra special to celebrate its 50th anniversary - a commemorative book which dishes up the association’s fascinating story so far. The Golden Review and Desk Diary also includes everything from a nostalgic look at some of the UK’s culinary greats to a priceless spotlight on a celebrated chef whose vast collection of menus even … [Read more...]
Pascal’s Pheasant Kiev
The Park Tower Knightsbridge, a Luxury Collection Hotel, London, is celebrating the autumn hunting season with the launch of a mouth-watering Game Menu in its cosy Hyde Bar. The Hyde Bar Game Menu has been devised by The Park Tower Knightsbridge’s acclaimed Executive Head Chef, Pascal Proyart. Best known for his sublime fish and seafood creations, Chef Proyart is also a … [Read more...]