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: Ibrahim Bellal, Chef...

21 August 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? I began working at University College Birmingham in 2019, I opened our new campus kitchen known as Moss House. Since 2023,…

Chef of the Week: Anuj Thakur, Executive...

14 August 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? I have been working at Tewksbury Park for almost 9 years now. Where did your passion for cooking come from and…

Chef of the Week: Peter Brown, Head...

7 August 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? September 2025 will mark 18 years at Malmaison Birmingham! In 2007, I walked in as a fresh-faced junior sous chef. Where…

Chef of the Week: Ollie Wyatt, Head...

31 July 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? I’ve been at The Alverton for three and a half years. Where did your passion for cooking come from and where…

Chef of the Week: Simon Osmond, Sous...

24 July 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? I’ve been at The Barley Sheaf for about five years. Where did your passion for cooking come from and where did…

Chef of the Week: Midhun Ayyappan, Executive...

17 July 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? I have worked at St Martins Lane Hotel for 2 years. Where did your passion for cooking come from and where…

Chef of the Week: Elliot Plimmer, Executive...

10 July 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? I have been at the RAF Club since March 2025. Where did your passion for cooking come from and where did…

Chef of the Week: Kemal Coskuncay, Executive...

3 July 2025

How long have you worked at your current restaurant? I have had my gastronomy business 32 years and have been working at Casa Rima restaurant since 2023. Where did your…

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