London, May 2026 A new analysis has shed light on the educational pathways of Britain’s top chefs, revealing that most Michelin-starred professionals in the UK did not attend culinary school. Instead, apprenticeships and hands-on kitchen experience remain the dominant route to success in the country’s fine dining scene. The study, conducted by Chef’s Pencil, examined

London, May 2026 Jean-Philippe Blondet, chef patron at the three‑Michelin‑starred Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester in London, has been distinguished with one of France’s most prestigious honors. The French Republic has appointed him Knight of the Order of Agricultural Merit, a recognition reserved for individuals who have made significant contributions to agriculture and its related