We visited UNOX in Padua in November. UNOX is renowned for its commitment to innovation in foodservice technology, backed by a robust research and development team of 60 experts. Their customer-focused approach was evident throughout our visit, and it’s no surprise how impressed we were with their technology. Key Takeaways Read more
As is now traditional, we will be making a limited number of Louise’s Classic Christmas Puddings for sale, with all profits going to charity. If you’d like to order one (or more), you can do so here. If you fancy making your own pudding this year, our classic recipe is Read more
What an amazing week it has been! I was absolutely delighted when Phil and Tim invited me to join them in judging the NHS Chef of the Year 2024 competition. Now in its fourth year, the competition has gone from strength to strength, and this year was no exception. The passion Read more
As the chef-director at Delicious By Design, I’ve had the privilege of experiencing many memorable moments in the world of gastronomy. However, the evening spent at Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons last Sunday was not just another entry in my culinary diary—it was a remarkable testament to the enduring brilliance Read more
Casa Brasil starts today; it’s a two-week festival of Brazilian food and culture, hosted at Covent Garden in London. It runs from 25th August to the 7th September, and will showcase Brazilian food, culture, design, fashion, and more. It was my great pleasure to be invited to the launch event Read more
I don’t need to tell anybody that 2021 was a challenging year, and especially for many of us in the food and hospitality sector. For me, it was in equal measure rewarding and challenging at different times, and I felt like I handbrake-turned into Christmas for a well earned few Read more
As a team we know the only treatment for coeliac disease is a strict gluten free diet. At the same time, we believe everyone should be able to enjoy great food that is safe for them to eat. We’re inspired by children like Felix, who tells his story here. Thank Read more
#ShineALightOnCoeliac This week is the Coeliac UK #ShineALightOnCoeliac challenge, to raise awareness of the difficulties children and young people face when managing their coeliac disease. At Delicious By Design, we’ve set up a team to tackle the challenge, and raise funds for Coeliac UK and the excellent work that the Read more
I was delighted to be asked to present to students at West London College on behalf of The Chef’s Forum. I was invited to present a gluten free recipe, and then support the students as they cooked the same recipe, followed by a Q & A session. The future of Read more
I was delighted to support the online Coeliac UK Volunteers’ Conference last week. This year’s event was online, and it reminded me how much I enjoy seeing the Coeliac UK community, and the difference that every one of these volunteers makes in their local groups. I love working with Coeliac Read more