Michelin starred Lumiere is Cheltenham’s worst-kept secret in the best possible way: a tiny dining room with huge intent, powered by a 3.5-acre garden, beehives and a four-day week. Co-owners Helen & Jon Howe talk to The Knife about ankle-break recovery, why honey madeleines tell a bigger story, mentoring tomorrow’s chefs – and how a Tequila Slammer became fine dining’s most joyful palate cleanser.

Michelin starred and mountain-framed, The Cottage in the Wood is making serious culinary waves in Cumbria. We spoke to chef-owner Jack Bond about foraging for flavour, cooking without mains water, and why the Lake District changed his entire food philosophy.⁠

Chef Mark McCabe went from studying music to earning a Michelin Green Star and representing Scotland on Great British Menu. In this interview, he opens up about sustainability, storytelling through food, and finding harmony between global flavours and local produce at Henrock.

How does a Michelin starred chef stay inspired after 30 years? Luke Tipping reveals all to simplicity, mentorship, and culinary reinvention.

Chef Simon Hulstone on sustainability, family, and 18 years of Michelin excellence at The Elephant. Discover his philosophy in The Knife.

Chef Aaron Patterson of Hambleton Hall discusses his Michelin star legacy, shares his love for foraging and pays homage to his mentors.