The Savoy is delighted to announce the appointment of Fabrice Lasnon as its new Executive Chef. Lasnon’s investiture coincides with a new direction for The Savoy and an exciting season of new appointments across its passionate and talented Food & Beverage team. French-born and trained, Lasnon’s culinary journey has taken him across the world, where he has brought his … [Read more...]
Butternut Squash and Thyme Stuffed Onions Recipe by Steve Groves
We recently received a selection of recipes from Steve Groves, Head Chef Roux at Parliament Square and today we are delighted to publish the first, enjoy... Butternut Squash and Thyme Stuffed Onions Recipe Serves 4 Ingredients 1 butternut squash 2tbsp light olive oil 6 Large onions 1\2 tbsp chopped thyme 2tbsp light olive oil A few sprigs of … [Read more...]
Helena Puolakka is named Executive Chef at Skylon, overseeing two D&D London restaurants
D&D London have appointed Helena Puolakka as Executive Chef of modern European restaurant, Skylon on Southbank. Currently Chef Patron at Aster restaurant located in Nova Victoria, this new appointment sees Helena expand and evolve her role and take the helm at two restaurants in the capital within the D&D London portfolio. Helena, originally from the south-west coast … [Read more...]
Sweet potato Gnocchi with Radicchio Tardivo and smoked ricotta, by Chef Danilo Cortellini
A few weeks ago, we met chef Danilo Cortellini in Milan, we were there with Danilo to discover Italian rice. Danilo is passionate about Italian cooking and very kindly agreed to let us have a few of his favourite Italian recipes for our readership to enjoy trying out. Danilo is Head Chef at the Italian Embassy in London and was a finalist in MasterChef the Professionals in … [Read more...]
Putting on The Ritz – at Lumley Castle Hotel
A chef who has cooked for HM The Queen and whose uncle is catering royalty has joined the team at one of the North East’s top hotels. Lee Williams, former head chef at Northumberland’s Horton Grange Hotel, has been appointed senior sous chef at four-star Lumley Castle Hotel, Chester-le-Street. And Lee, whose career has encompassed many of the North East’s most prestigious … [Read more...]