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Scotland’s Chef of the Year 2025: A conversation with Head Chef Michael Leathley, The Pierhouse
Fresh langoustines landed on the pier. Oysters farmed just along the loch. A dining room where wetsuited paddleboarders lunch beside Bentley owners. In this exclusive interview, Scotland’s Chef of the Year Michael Leathley reveals how life on Loch Linnhe shapes his cooking at The Pierhouse, why simplicity leaves nowhere to hide, and how hospitality, sustainability and community are inseparable on Scotland’s west coast.

James Massoud
Dec 16, 20256 min read


A Spotlight On… East Devon
East Devon is having a moment. From fire-lit feasts in the woods to cliff-top seafood, kitchen-garden dining and Michelin starred brilliance, this stretch of Jurassic Coast is home to some of the South West’s most exciting food experiences. Discover seven standout venues redefining the region in The Knife's latest spotlight article.

James Massoud
Nov 17, 20255 min read


Returning to Skye: A conversation with Head Chef Paul Green, The Three Chimneys
Two decades after starting out as a commis, Paul Green has returned to The Three Chimneys, now as Head Chef. Drawing on years under mentors like Martin Wishart and Michael Smith, he’s crafting dishes that honour Skye’s legendary shellfish, sustainable sourcing and simplicity over showmanship. This is a story of coming home, and of a restaurant deeply rooted in place.

James Massoud
Nov 3, 20256 min read


Sea, Soul, and Stars: A conversation with Chef Robert Thompson MBE, RT Cafe Grill
From Michelin stars to mackerel ceviche — Chef Robert Thompson is reshaping the Isle of Wight one unforgettable dish at a time.

James Massoud
Apr 9, 20255 min read


A Simple, Sustainable, Seasonal Vision: A conversation with Chef David Smith, The Dipping Lugger
Local scallops, Scottish truffles and a kitchen of two — Chef David Smith on simplicity and sustainability at The Dipping Lugger.

James Massoud
Mar 17, 20255 min read


No fads, no foam, just excellent fish: A conversation with Nathan Outlaw
Nathan Outlaw’s seafood journey began in Kent, but Cornwall led him to Michelin stardom. His advice? Keep it simple, fresh, and local.

Felicity Carter
Sep 26, 20245 min read
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