Discover the best chefs

Gordon Ramsay

Holder of seven Michelin stars currently, and having been awarded 16 overall throughout his career, Gordon Ramsay is undeniably one of the UK’s finest chefs.

Part of a dynasty of chefs who have without a doubt influenced modern gastronomy in a way few others can boast, Albert Roux’s life is a fascinating tale from beginning to end. Here’s everything you need to know about the celebrity chef.

Jamie Oliver

We’re going to take a (pretty safe) punt and say Jamie Oliver may well be the UK's most famous chef.

Jason Atherton

From humble beginnings, Jason Atherton has since gone on to achieve phenomenal success in his career.

Monica Galetti

Samoan-born New Zealand chef Monica Galetti has spent ten years working on MasterChef: The Professionals and is known for giving frank and honest feedback to contestants. She is also the proprietor of Mere and has written two cookbooks.

Angela Hartnett

One of Britain's most prestigious chefs and holder of a Michelin star, Angela Hartnett will be a familiar face to many due to her numerous appearances on a variety of TV cookery shows.

Anna Haugh

Dublin-born chef Anna Haugh has worked in some of London’s top kitchens over the years and more recently has successfully opened her debut restaurant, establishing herself as a force to be reckoned with in the industry.

Clare Smyth

Clare Smyth may not hog the headlines or television limelight, but she’s one of the most recognisable names in the restaurant industry and a trailblazer for gender equality in professional kitchens.

Erchen Chang

Erchen Chang has made a name for herself on London’s food scene, acting as head chef for cult restaurant group Bao and Taiwanese restaurant Xu.

Gill Meller

Chef, food stylist and author Gill Meller has been Head Chef of River Cottage HQ for many years and has been working with the team there for more than a decade.

Helene Darroze

Helene Darroze may be a French chef, but she has cemented herself into UK dining history with her two Michelin star eponymous restaurant at The Connaught hotel in Mayfair

Heston Blumenthal

If you’ve made your way here, we’re guessing you already know who Heston Blumenthal is, but do you know details of the infamous chef’s life? Well known for his playful food and outspoken opinions, Heston is somewhat of a British icon, and here’s everything you need to know about him.

James Cochran

Former Head Chef at The Ledbury and a contestant in 2018’s series of Great British menu, James Cochran now heads up 1251 restaurant in Islington.

Juliet Sear

Baking expert, tv chef and food stylist Juliet Sear is a regular guest on ITV's This Morning. She is a best selling author and has baked for a host of celebrities including Prince Harry, Alexa Chung and many more.

Marcus Wareing

Recognise Marcus from MasterChef? Here's everything you need to know about the celebrity chef.

Michael Caines

Michael Caines is one of the UK’s most celebrated and respected chefs, currently overseeing hotel and restaurant Lympstone Manor in Exmouth.

Nathan Outlaw

Regarded as one of the finest, if not the best, seafood chefs in the whole of Britain, Nathan Outlaw is renowned for working with the finest produce and treating it with the upmost care.

Nieves Barragán Mohacho

Nieves Barragán Mohacho is a Spanish chef who held a Michelin star when she ran the kitchen at Barrafina. She has since achieved further critical acclaim with her debut solo restaurant Sabor, which opened in the autumn of 2017.

Nigella Lawson

Nigella Lawson hardly needs an introduction, but if we were pushed to provide one we’d say she is the ultimate indulgent cook who brought a whole new style of sex appeal to food TV with her flirtatious manner.

Pip Lacey

Having decided to become a chef aged 27 after leaving a graphic design job, Pip Lacey has demonstrated that there's no such thing as being too late to the game in the restaurant industry, and now owns her own London restaurant.

Ravinder Bhogal

Ravinder Bhogal is an award-winning British chef and food writer, best known for her debut restaurant Jikoni in Marylebone. Bhogal has also appeared on several television shows and has released two cookbooks

Rick Stein

It might surprise you to know that Rick Stein’s name isn’t actually Rick. We cover that and more in our complete guide to the celebrity chef who instilled a love of Cornish cooking in us all.

Ruth Hansom

For someone so young, it is remarkable how much Ruth Hansom has already achieved as a chef having worked at The Ritz when it achieved its first Michelin star, as well as making it to the 2020 Great British Menu final.

Ruth Rogers

There are few restaurants more iconic than The River Café in London, and at its head is Ruth Rogers who set out to build a canteen of sorts yet ended up with one of the world’s best eateries. Here’s everything you need to know about the Michelin chef and her journey to the top.

Sat Bains

Known for being outspoken and opinionated, Sat Bains is also revered as being one of the UK’s most talented chefs. Here we cover everything you need to know about this cooking maestro.

Selin Kiazim

Chef Selin Kiazim is known for her unique style of cooking, combining traditional Turkish-Cypriot flavours with modern techniques. As well as owning and running her London restaurant Oklava, she also makes regular TV appearances, winning Great British Menu in 2017.