Chef of the Week

The Chefs’ Forum ‘Chef of the Week’ is a badge of honour to be worn with pride.

It recognises generous contribution to the industry and positive role models for the next generation.  It is a great opportunity for chefs to share their career story, favourite ingredients, culinary influences and mention anyone significant who has sparked their interest in cooking!

Chef of the Week Sponsored by Pure...

8 January 2026

Chef of the Week sponsored by Pure Ionic Water celebrates the chefs that embody Pure Ionic Water’s core philosophy of ‘enhancing the culinary experience‘. Pure Ionic Water works in many…

Chef of the Week: Clyde Wernli, Co-Founder...

18 December 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? I’m the co-founder and chef of Dill ’n Pickle, a private-chef and catering company based in Bournemouth and Dorset. I run…

Chef of the Week: Gary Ashley, Chef...

11 December 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? I have been working as a private chef for about 18 years, catering to a variety of clients. Where did your…

Chef of the Week: Malenda Mbonani, Head...

4 December 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? I am Head Chef at Humble Grape Battersea and have been in this role for 3 years. Where did your passion…

Chef of the Week: Chris Chatfield, Chef...

27 November 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? 4 months. Where did your passion for cooking come from and where did you learn your skills? My childhood. Cooking with…

Chef of the Week: Neil Perkins, Executive...

20 November 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? I have worked at the Parkstone  Yacht Club for 7 years. Where did your passion for cooking come from and where…

Chef of the Week: Jibu Mohan, Executive...

13 November 2025

What food trends are you spotting at the moment? A return to nostalgic flavours with modern presentation, sustainable and locally sourced ingredients, and cross-cultural influences—especially from Asia—in fine pastry. What…

Chef of the Week: Prem Appadurai, Executive...

6 November 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? I have been working here for more than 10 years. Where did your passion for cooking come from and where did…

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