
The bmStars were shining
The bmStars were shining at our recent awards evening. It’s always one of Ian’s and my favourite evenings. It’s like

Preparing For Easter
Like every chef I always really look forward to Easter. Not only does it usually signal the end of the

How a cup of coffee can make a difference
There are many great things about owning a company and last Friday night was a showcase for a number of

International Women’s day
In a year that commemorates women winning the right to vote 100 years ago, and press coverage of women fighting

A Wasted Opportunity
Food waste is a national issue that not only affects households and businesses across the country but will leave its

Celebrating the 80th Anniversary of ACE
The annual Association of Catering Excellence (ACE) wine dinner took place on Friday 16th February at the wonderful Langham Hotel,

Baking bread and talking food
Baking bread and talking food – what better way to spend an afternoon than in the company of other foodies

bm Inc – Supporting Young Entrepreneurs
Well here’s an update on what’s been going on with the bm Inc initiative. The approaches from young entrepreneurs have

The Perfect Super Bowl Party
Being a wannabe truck driving, redneck American, the Super Bowl is a big deal to me and my wife. I

Great Year of Outstanding Food
Last year was my best year for eating outstanding food. I have been lucky to eat at some of the

DARE to be different – 2018
DARE is bartlett mitchell’s Delicious And Responsible Eating programme, and focusses on the many benefits eating a fresh and nutritious

Food Trends 2018
Looking at the up and coming food trends for 2018 I realise that this year will see another challenging year

Our New Year’s Resolutions
So the Christmas joy and mayhem is over and we have a fresh year to enjoy with the infamous new

bartlett mitchell’s future is in safe hands
I have had many highlights in 2017, but this one stood out. I was privileged to organise the food for

Christmas Hints and Tips!
The “Silly Season” of Christmas lunches and parties is in full flow, indeed it’s the busiest time of year for

Wines for Christmas
The run up to Christmas, and a few Christmas wine ideas to stock the cellar, but not spend too much.

The cheeseboard – an unbeatable conclusion to a festive dinner party.
Although I have an incredibly sweet tooth, I am a sucker for a great cheeseboard, and believe that a well-put-together

Christmas preparation, it’s all in the P’s
Christmas and Christmas preparation, as I am sure it is for most, is a big occasion in my house. I

Energetic people only need apply
As Stephen Toward and I begin our roles as bartlett mitchell’s first Talent Managers, we have been asking ourselves what

The Power of Two
As Murray Soper and I begin our roles as bartlett mitchell’s first Talent Managers, we have been asking ourselves what

What does it means to be green?
At bartlett mitchell we are not just passionate foodies, we are equally in love with all things green and sustainable.

Tis the Season for Christmas Pudding
The days are getting shorter, the weather is getting colder and everyone seems to be perpetually involved in some form

Perkee – A very special coffee
There are few times in your career when you are truly surprised and humbled by events at work, for me,

Winners can be defined in many ways
Perkee fairtrade coffee was recently shortlisted by the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA) in the Food Made Good Awards for their support