Accursio Craparo

Roots in Sicily: Early Influences and Culinary Passion Accursio Craparo’s culinary journey began amidst the vibrant flavors and aromas of...

Adam Bennett

Early Beginnings and Culinary Education Hailing from Coventry, Adam Bennett’s culinary journey began with a passion for precision and excellence....

Adam Byatt

Adam Byatt’s culinary odyssey is a testament to his passion for food, deeply rooted in his upbringing in Rainham, Essex....

Adam Gray

Early Beginnings in Northamptonshire Adam Gray’s culinary journey began at the age of fourteen, when he chose home economics as...

Adam Handling

Adam Peter Ritchie Handling MBE, born in Dundee, Scotland on September 17, 1988, is a culinary virtuoso and restaurateur hailing...

Adam Stokes

A Michelin-Starred Journey Birmingham boasts five Michelin-starred restaurants, with Adam Stokes earning one in 2013, less than six months after...

Ainsley Harriott

Ainsley Harriott is one of the UK’s most popular TV cooks. Readers voted him Best TV Chef at the TV...

Alain Ducasse

Alain is a French-born celebrity chef. He operates a number of restaurants including Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester which holds three...

Alastair Little

Alastair is a self-taught chef and former head chef at Old Compton Wine Bar London, from 1974 to 1976. His...

Aldo Zilli

Aldo Zilli is an Italian-born celebrity chef. He owns various restaurants around London, all with Zilli in their title. In...

Alfred Prasad

Culinary Roots and Formative Years Alfred Prasad’s culinary journey began in the heart of India, where he was immersed in...

Ana Roš

A Surprising Career Shift Ana Roš’s journey to becoming one of the most celebrated chefs in the world was anything...

Andi Oliver

Andi Oliver is a food writer and presenter on the Great British Menu with Matthew Fort and Oliver Peyton. Andi was a member of the band...

Andrew MacKenzie

Early Influences and Inspiration Andrew MacKenzie’s journey into the culinary world was deeply rooted in his family’s culinary heritage. With...

Angela Hartnett MBE

Angela Hartnett is a celebrity chef and protégée of Gordon Ramsay. During her childhood, Angela’s Italian grandmother and mother instilled...

Angelo Sabatelli

A Childhood Passion for Cooking From a tender age, Angelo Sabatelli displayed a remarkable affinity for cooking, experimenting with flavors...

Anjum Anand

Anjum Anand is a British Indian food writer and TV chef. At age 25 Anjum published her first book Indian...

Anna Haugh

Anna Haugh is a celebrity chef who has appeared on numerous TV shows. Anna attended Presentation Secondary School in Terenure...

Anna Jones

Anna Jones, a prominent figure in the culinary world, boasts a multifaceted career as a food writer, stylist, and esteemed...

Anna Tobias

Childhood Inspirations Anna Tobias’s journey into the culinary world was shaped by her upbringing, where food played a central role...

Anton Mosimann OBE DL

Anton Mosimann is a Swiss celebrity chef and restaurateur. He was Maitre Chef des Cuisines at the Dorchester Hotel for thirteen...

Antonia Klugmann

A Journey of Discovery: From Law to Gastronomy Antonia Klugmann’s culinary odyssey began as a serendipitous detour from her academic...

Antonino Cannavacciuolo

Italian cuisine is deeply rooted in regional pride, with chefs often drawn to their hometowns to showcase local ingredients and...

Antony Worrall-Thompson

Antony Worrall-Thompson is an award winning celebrity chef, author and television presenter. His appearances in shows such as Ready Steady...

Ashley Palmer-Watts

A Culinary Prodigy Emerges Ashley Palmer-Watts, hailing from Maiden Newton, Dorset, embarked on his culinary journey with humble beginnings at...

Atul Kochhar

Ben Tish

A Culinary Awakening Ben Tish’s journey into the culinary world began unconventionally. Growing up in Skegness, his passion for food...

Brian Turner CBE

Brian Turner is a celebrity chef and TV personality. He trained at various hotels and restaurants, including Simpson’s in the...

Bryn Williams

Bryn Williams is one of Britain’s’ best chefs. He shot to fame in 2006 after beating more established chefs on...

Buddy Valastro

Buddy Valastro is an American celebrity baker and TV star. Buddy attended Ridgefield Park High School and took baking courses...

Candice Brown

Candice Brown won the seventh series of The Great British Bake Off. She was born in North London and grew...

Carla Hall

Carla Hall is a celebrity chef, television personality and former model. She spent several years working as a model on...

Carolyn Robb

Carolyn Robb is a culinary entrepreneur and former chef to the Prince and Princess of Wales. She was born and...

Caterina Ceraudo

A Childhood on the Farm: Nurturing a Passion for Wine and Food Growing up amidst the vineyards and olive groves...

Celebrity Chef Michael Symon for Frontgate

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Charles Metcalfe

Charles Metcalfe is one of Britain’s leading wine experts. Wine Charles was the drinks expert for ‘Taste Today’ on the...

Ching-He Huang

Ching-He Huang is a TV personality and an ambassador for Chinese cooking. She has her own signature branded Wok among...

Chris Harrod

A Childhood Dream Realized Growing up in Worcestershire, Chris Harrod’s fascination with food began at a young age, inspired by...

Claude Bosi

Claude Bosi is a French celebrity chef. He holds two Michelin stars at his restaurant Hibiscus in London. Claude graduated...

Claudia Roden

Claudia Roden is a cookery writer and cultural anthropologist and best known as the author of Middle Eastern cookbooks. Claudia...

Clodagh Mckenna

Clodagh Mckenna is a celebrity chef. She is a promoter of Irish produce and a regular chef on Market Kitchen....

Colin McGurran

Early Life and Training Born in Zambia and raised in the UK, Colin McGurran’s culinary journey began with training at...

Cristina Bowerman

Early Influences and Education Cristina Bowerman’s culinary odyssey began in her hometown of Cerignola, Puglia, where she was exposed to...

Daniel Clifford

Daniel Clifford is a TV chef best known for his work at the two Michelin star restaurant Midsummer House. He...

David Taylor

Introduction of Home Cooking Shows The 1990s marked a shift in TV cooking, with an emphasis on home-made dishes over...

Dean Parker

Early Roots and Culinary Awakening Dean Parker’s culinary journey traces back to his upbringing in South Africa, where his grandparents’...

Delia Smith CBE

Delia Smith is a celebrity chef and TV presenter. She teaches basic cookery skills in a no-nonsense style. At 21,...

Dipna Anand for Levy UK+I

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Eckart Witzigmann

Training Eckart Witzigmann, an Austrian chef, began his culinary journey with a chef apprenticeship at the Hotel Straubinger in Bad...

Ed Baines

Ed Baines is a celebrity chef appearing regularly on TV. He is best known for his role as a judge...

Emanuele Scarello

A Culinary Heritage Growing up in Friuli, Emanuele Scarello was immersed in the rich culinary traditions of the region from...

Eric Lanlard

Eric Lanlard is a master patissier and owner of Cake Boy. Eric has appeared in guest spots on a number...

Fabrizio Marino

From youthful escapades to culinary enlightenment, Fabrizio Marino’s path has been marked by transformation and culinary innovation. Born in Tuscany...

Fay Maschler

Fay Maschler is a journalist and food critic. Critic Fay started her working life as a copywriter at J. Walter...

Fergus Henderson

Fergus Henderson founded the Michelin-starred St. John restaurant on St. John Street in London. Chefs Anthony Bourdain and Mario Batali...

Francesco Mazzei

Early Influences in Calabria Francesco Mazzei’s culinary journey began in his hometown of Calabria, Italy, where he was immersed in...

Franco Pepe

In 1931, Franco Pepe’s grandfather, Ciccio, laid the foundation for a culinary legacy when he opened a humble bakery in...

Fred Sirieix

Fred Sirieix is a restaurateur and TV presenter. He is best known for appearing on First Dates and Million Pound...

Fred Sirieix for Dopsu Food

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Galton Blackiston

Early Entrepreneurship Galton Blackiston’s culinary journey began unexpectedly, as he initially aimed for a career in professional cricket. However, his...

Gennaro Contaldo

Gennaro Contaldo is an Italian celebrity chef and food writer. He was Jamie Oliver‘s mentor, and starred alongside Antonio Carluccio...

George Farrugia

A Different Path George Farrugia’s journey into the culinary world defies conventional narratives. Rather than diving into professional cooking from...

Gino D’Acampo

Gino D’Acampo is a celebrity chef and TV personality. His flavour-packed recipes are simple to make, and his energy in...

Giuseppe di Iorio

Giuseppe di Iorio’s culinary odyssey was ignited by the vibrant sights and scents of the market, coupled with his mother’s...

Gok Wan

Gok Wan is an author and television personality turned celebrity chef and events manager. Initially training in the performing arts at...

Gordon Ramsay

Gordon Ramsay is a celebrity chef who has been awarded 13 Michelin stars and an OBE. He rose to fame...

Gordon Ramsay and Alicia Silverstone Partner with Silk

Gordon Ramsay and Alicia Silverstone have joined forces with American plant-based drinks brand Silk for its new brand campaign Gordon...

Grace Dent

Grace Dent is a broadcaster, author and regular food critic on Masterchef. She has written 11 novels for teenagers, and published...

Gregg Wallace

Gregg Wallace is one of the most recognisable faces on the UK cookery scene as co-presenter of Masterchef. Gregg began...

Guy Savoy

Guy Savoy is a Michelin-starred French chef. He is the Head Chef and owner of the Guy Savoy restaurants. Guy...

Heston Blumenthal

Heston Blumenthal is a celebrity chef, TV personality and food writer. He is the head chef of The Fat Duck,...

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall is a food-writer, broadcaster and campaigner. He is best known for his TV series River Cottage. Sustainability The...

Imad Alarnab

Imad Alarnab’s culinary journey is one of resilience, determination, and a profound passion for bringing people together through the power...

Jack Stein

Jack Stein is a TV chef and Chef Director of all of Rick Stein’s restaurants. Born in Cornwall, Jack is...

James Martin

James Martin is a celebrity chef and television presenter. At 16 James studied at the Scarborough Technical College to begin...

James Strawbridge

James Strawbridge is a leading authority on sustainable living. He is part of the Hungry Sailors duo and appeared in...

James Tanner

James Tanner is a celebrity chef and TV personality. He has appeared on many TV cooking shows. It was James’...

Jamie Oliver MBE

Jamie Oliver is a celebrity chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author. Jamie took an early interest in food. His fascination continued...

Jay Rayner

Jay Rayner is a journalist, food critic and judge on Masterchef. He is also the food reporter on The One...

Jean-Christophe Novelli

Jean-Christophe Novelli is a French celebrity chef. Jean-Christophe began his career as a baker in his home town of Arras,...

Jeremy Pang

Jeremy Pang is an author, TV chef and founder of School of Wok. He comes from three generations of Chinese chefs....

Jilly Goolden

Jilly Goolden is a wine critic, journalist and TV personality. She is famous for her elaborate and abstract description of...

Jo Pratt

Jo Pratt is a celebrity chef and food writer. She started her food career when studying Home Economics at John...

John Torode

John Torode is an Australian-British celebrity chef and food writer. He moved to the UK in the 1990s and began working...

John Whaite

John Whaite is a celebrity baker and winner of the third series of The Great British Bake Off. He now works as a chef,...

Ken Hom OBE

Ken Hom is the world’s leading authority on Chinese cooking. He is also an author and popular British TV presenter....

Kevin Woodford

Kevin Woodford is a celebrity chef, TV presenter and businessman. Public Speaking Kevin trained as a chef and then moved...

Larkin Cen

Challenging Perceptions Larkin Cen grew up surrounded by the aromas and flavors of Chinese cuisine in his family’s Cardiff takeaway....

Lesley Waters

Lesley Waters is a celebrity chef. She regularly appeared on cookery show Ready Steady Cook, and is currently one of...

Levi Roots

Levi Roots is a reggae star, celebrity chef and businessman. Levi grew up in Jamaica where his grandmother taught him...

Liam Charles

Liam Charles is a celebrity baker, television presenter and columnist for The Guardian. He is currently a presenter on Bake Off:...

Lisa Goodwin-Allen

Lisa Goodwin-Allen is best known for being executive chef of the Michelin starred Northcote restaurant. She was also one of four winning...

Lorenzo Cogo

Roots and Early Influences Born in Thiene, Vicenza, Lorenzo Cogo’s culinary journey began in the heart of his family’s trattoria,...

Lorraine Pascale

Lorraine Pascale is a TV chef, former model, and pâtissière. She has authored best selling cookery books, presented two TV...

Luigi Sartini

Roots in the Kitchen Luigi Sartini’s culinary journey began in the heart of his family’s kitchen, where the aroma of...

Madhur Jaffrey CBE

Madhur Jaffrey is an Indian actress and food writer. She introduced the Western world to Indian cuisine. Madhur was born...

Marco Pierre White

Marco Pierre White is a celebrity chef, restauranteur and television personality. He has made contributions to contemporary international cuisine. At...

Marcus Wareing

Marcus Wareing is a celebrity chef and is currently Chef Patron of the Michelin-starred restaurant Marcus in Knightsbridge. As a restaurateur he...

Marianna Vitale

A Culinary Upbringing Born and raised in the vibrant city of Naples, Marianna Vitale’s culinary journey began in the heart...

Mark Dodson

Early Culinary Influences Mark Dodson’s earliest culinary memories revolve around his family’s appreciation for good, home-cooked food. His parents’ adherence...

Mark Hix

Mark Hix is a chef and restaurateur whose traditional English menus often feature foraged and local foods. He began his...

Mary Berry CBE

Mary Berry is nicknamed the ‘Queen of Cakes’. She is one of the most respected cookery writers in the UK....

Massimo Spigaroli

Born into a lineage of farmers, restaurateurs, and butchers in Polesine Parmense in 1958, Massimo Spigaroli’s culinary odyssey began with...

Matt Beardmore

Chef Matt Beardmore’s Culinary Journey Early Beginnings: Matt’s culinary journey started at his local pub after college, eventually leading him...

Matt Cheal

Early Beginnings Matt Cheal’s culinary journey began at a young age, working as a pot-washer and assisting in the kitchen...

Matt Gillan

From Humble Beginnings to Culinary Passion Matt Gillan’s culinary journey began in the kitchen of a local pub, where he...

Matt Tebbutt

Matt Tebbutt is a celebrity chef and television presenter. UK audiences best know Matt for presenting shows such as Channel...

Matthew Fort

Matthew Fort is an award-winning food writer and critic. Matthew was privately educated at the prestigious Eton College, before going...

Michael Caines MBE

Michael Caines is an acclaimed celebrity chef. He was AA Chef’s Chef of the Year in 2007. Michael gained his...

Michel Roux

Michel Roux trained under some of the world’s best chefs. He gained celebrity chef status after appearing on Masterchef: The...

Mike Robinson

Mike Robinson is a celebrity chef with a talent for cooking game dishes. He was co-presenter of series Countrywise and...

Monica Galetti

Monica Galetti is one of the most well-known chefs in the UK. She is a judge on Masterchef: The Professionals...

Nadiya Hussain

Nadiya Hussain rose to fame after winning the sixth series of The Great British Bake Off. Since winning, she has become...

Nadiya Hussain Partners with Next

Nadiya Hussain has partnered with Next to curate a footwear edit. Nadiya Hussain has partnered with Next to curate a...

Nancy Lam

Nancy Lam is a celebrity chef famous for her Southeast Asian cuisine and television appearances. Nancy was born in Singapore and learned...

Nathan Outlaw

Nathan Outlaw is a celebrity chef who runs the two Michelin Star Restaurant Nathan Outlaw in Port Isaac. He has also...

Nick Nairn

Nick Nairn is a Michelin-starred celebrity chef. Nick began his working life as a navigator in the merchant navy before...

Nigel Brown

Nigel Brown is a celebrity chef who has regularly appeared on BBC Radio Humberside’s morning show giving hints, tips and...

Nigel Slater

Nigel is a celebrity chef and food writer. He has written a column for The Observer Magazine and for the...

Nigella Lawson

Nigella Lawson is a culinary goddess. Since publishing her first cookery book, How to Eat, Nigella has been teaching us...

Niklas Ekstedt

Niklas Ekstedt is a food writer and owner of the Michelin-starred restaurant Ekstedt. He has written four cookbooks and the host...

Norbert Niederkofler

Culinary Excellence in South Tyrol South Tyrol, Italy, boasts 21 restaurants with 26 Michelin stars. St. Hubertus, led by chef...

Oliver Peyton

Oliver Peyton is an Irish restaurateur, food writer and a judge on Great British Menu. In the 1990s Oliver opened...

Oz Clarke

Oz Clarke is one of the world’s leading wine experts. He has been wine correspondent of The Daily Telegraph. His...

Pascal Aussignac

Embracing Gascon Roots Pascal Aussignac, a chef celebrated for his culinary prowess and dedication to Gascon cuisine, hails from Toulouse,...

Paul Hollywood

Paul Hollywood is a celebrity baker who rose to fame as a judge on The Great British Bake Off. In...

Paul Rankin

Paul Rankin is a celebrity chef from Northern Island. Paul and his wife worked alongside each other at Le Gavroche,...

Paul Welburn

Early Influences in Scarborough Growing up in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, Paul Welburn’s culinary journey began with cherished memories of family...

Pete Biggs

Humble Beginnings Pete Biggs’s culinary journey began with humble roots, starting as a pot washer at a local Beefeater restaurant....

Phil Vickery

Phil Vickery is a TV cook and food writer. Phil was born in Folkestone and trained at restaurants in the...

Prue Leith CBE

Prue Leith is a TV presenter, cookery writer and novelist. She was a judge the Great British Menu for eleven years, before...

Rachel Allen

Rachel Allen is a celebrity chef and food writer. She is a frequent guest on Saturday Kitchen, and is one...

Rachel Khoo

Rachel Khoo is a food writer and presenter with her own BBC and Food Network cooking series. After quitting her job in...

Ravinder Bhogal

Ravinder Bhogal is an award-winning TV chef, food writer and stylist. She is the author of Cook in Boots and...

Ravneet Gill for Plenish

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Raymond Blanc OBE

Raymond Blanc is one of the finest chefs in the world. Raymond arrived in England in 1972 to work as...

Riccardo Camanini

From Bergamo to the Culinary World: A Journey of Passion and Discovery Riccardo Camanini’s culinary odyssey began in his small...

Richard Corrigan

Richard Corrigan is a celebrity chef and restauranteur. He has appeared on TV in stints on Masterchef‘, Saturday Kitchen, and...

Rick Stein OBE

Rick Stein is a celebrity chef, restaurateur, and TV presenter. Rick didn’t always harbour ambitions to be an award-winning chef....

Rohit Ghai

From Punjab to London: A Journey of Flavor Rohit Ghai’s culinary journey began in Punjab, India, where his mother’s expertly...

Rosemary Shrager

Rosemary Shrager is a celebrity chef and TV presenter. She was an haute cuisine teacher on Ladette to Lady, and a judge...

Ross Shonhan

Ross Shonhan is the founder of Bone Daddies and the former head chef of Japanese restaurant Zuma. Ross moved to...

Russell Bateman

Early Influences Russell Bateman’s passion for cooking was ignited by the flavors and aromas of his grandparents’ kitchen in Hayes,...

Rustie Lee

Rustie Lee is a TV chef, actress and musician. Following her successful stint as a chef on TV-am in 1983,...

Sameer Taneja

Early Influences in India Growing up in Delhi, Sameer Taneja never imagined himself as a chef. However, his journey into...

Sauro Ricci

Roots in Nature: A Culinary Journey Begins Born and raised in the coastal Tuscan town of Orbetello, Sauro Ricci’s deep...

Selin Kiazim

A Culinary Journey Begins Selin Kiazim’s culinary journey began in the vibrant kitchens of her Turkish Cypriot family, where food...

Simon Gueller

Early Career Simon Gueller’s culinary journey began with a stint in London before he became head chef and proprietor of...

Simon Hopkinson

Simon Hopkinson is a food writer, critic and former chef. He left school at 17 to work as a chef...

Simon Hulstone

Early Culinary Influence Simon Hulstone’s career has been greatly influenced by his father Roger, who was executive chef at the...

Simon Rimmer

Simon Rimmer is a celebrity chef, best known for his TV partnership with Tim Lovejoy. He originally studied fashion and...

Skye Gyngell

Skye Gyngell is a Michelin-starred Australian cook. She has written food features and recipes for The Independent on Sunday She...

Sophie Grigson

Sophie Grigson is a food writer and celebrity chef. She is a keen supporter of organic and local food suppliers...

Stephen Crane

Early Influences and Training Andrew MacKenzie was always destined to be a chef. Both his uncles were professional chefs, and...

Steve Smith

Early Success and Mentorship Steve Smith’s culinary journey began under the mentorship of the legendary Jean-Christophe Novelli, where he honed...

Steven Doherty

From Le Gavroche to Cumbria: A Remarkable Culinary Career Steven Doherty’s culinary journey began at the iconic Le Gavroche under...

Stuart Deeley

Early Culinary Ambitions Stuart Deeley’s journey into the culinary world began with a passion that took root during his teenage...

Teresa Buongiorno

Running an experimental restaurant in Puglia, known for its classical dishes, posed challenges for self-taught chef Teresa Buongiorno. However, her...

The Dumpling Sisters

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The Hairy Bikers

The Hairy Bikers are David Myers and Simon King, two northerners with a passion for cooking and food. The pair...

The Hairy Bikers Collaborate with Tyrrells

The Hairy Bikers have teamed up with crisp company Tyrrells, launching the limited-edition Biker Burger Crisps The Hairy Bikers have...

Theo Randall

Theo Randall is a celebrity chef who specializes in Italian cuisine. Theo’s career began at Chez Max in London, where...

Thomasina Miers

Thomasina Miers is a cook, writer and television presenter and the co-founder of the Wahaca chain of Mexican street-food restaurants. Tommi...

Tom Aikens

Tom Aikens is a Michelin-starred celebrity chef. Tom was born in Norwich into a family of wine merchants. The Aikens...

Tom Kerridge

Tom Kerridge is a Michelin-starred celebrity chef. With his wife Beth, Tom opened the gastropub The Hand & Flowers in...

Tom Kerridge for Hovis

Michelin star chef Tom Kerridge has been named the face of Hovis. Michelin star chef Tom Kerridge has been named...

Tom Kitchin

Tom Kitchin is Scotland’s youngest winner of a Michelin Star. Tom and his wife Michaela opened The Kitchin in 2006 on...

Tom Parker Bowles

Tom Parker Bowles is a food writer and critic. He is also the author of The Year of Eating Dangerously...

Tom Shepherd

Early Beginnings in the Kitchen Tom Shepherd’s journey to culinary excellence began in his teenage years when he discovered his...

Tommy Banks

British Michelin-starred chef Tommy Banks owns The Black Swan in York, and the premium food box business Made In Oldstead. When...

Valentine Warner

Valentine Warner is a celebrity chef and bestselling author. He grew up on a farm in Dorset and learned to...

Will Holland

Early Culinary Influences As long as Will Holland can remember, he wanted to be a chef. Although he came from...

William Sitwell

William Sitwell is one of Britain’s leading food writers. He is probably best known to UK audiences as a regular...

Wolfgang Puck

Wolfgang Puck is a celebrity chef and restaurateur. Wolfgang learned cooking from his pastry-chef mother. He trained as an apprentice...

Woon Wing Yip OBE

Woon Wing Yip is a Chinese-born British entrepreneur, best known for having started the Wing Yip supermarket chain. His Chinese...

Yotam Ottolenghi

Yotam Ottolenghi is one of Britain’s most influential TV chefs and food writers. His books, including Ottolenghi: The Cookbook, Jerusalem, Plenty and Plenty More, have sold...