Sexy Fish Brings Industry Expertise to West London College

Yesterday, a brand-new cohort of Level 1 hospitality students at West London College had an unforgettable start to their studies, thanks to their first Chefs’ Forum Academy Masterclass with Mattia Ricci, Executive Chef at Sexy Fish London.

Mattia captivated the room as he guided students through his dish of confit halibut with cauliflower prepared three ways. From poaching techniques to elegant plating, the students were given a real taste of life in a professional kitchen. The exciting class, elevated further by Mattia’s high energy teaching, was a great opportunity for the students to see these skills up close in their first few weeks of college.

These masterclasses are at the heart of The Chefs’ Forum Academy’s mission: to bridge the gap between education and industry. By bringing leading chefs into colleges, we give students direct access to the standards, techniques, and inspiration that will shape their future careers.

West London College lecturers also praised the impact of the session, highlighting how it worked to build students’ confidence from day one.

Reflecting on the session, Mattia said, “I had a fantastic time with the students at West London College – their enthusiasm was brilliant, and you could tell they were hungry to learn. It’s so important that the Chefs’ Forum Academy gives them this kind of hands-on experience right at the start of their training. Sessions like this really show them what the industry is all about, and I loved being able to share a few tips and hopefully spark some inspiration.”

The Chefs’ Forum is proud to continue creating opportunities like this, empowering the next generation of chefs and strengthening the bond between the classroom and the professional kitchen.