Chef Allister Barsby has quietly built one of Britain’s most exciting restaurants at Hide and Fox in Saltwood. In this interview with The Knife, the two-Michelin star chef discusses seasonality, the influence of mentor Michael Caines, building tasting menus that evolve with the seasons, and why exceptional dining can flourish far beyond the big cities.

Thirteen years, one Michelin star and a new chapter underway. At Angler, Craig Johnston is refining one of London’s most respected seafood kitchens with a lighter touch, sharper identity and unwavering focus on British produce. We sit down with the Roux Scholar and MasterChef: The Professionals winner to talk precision, progression and the future of modern seafood dining.

At Rogan & Co, Tom Reeves is championing a style of cooking that’s confident, ingredient-led and quietly precise. Drawing on produce from Simon Rogan’s farm just down the road, the Michelin starred chef shares how simplicity, preservation and a deep respect for flavour shape the menu, and why the dishes that look the most understated often take the most work.

Discover how Cumbria's natural bounty, local talent, and thriving tourism have made it a Michelin-starred culinary hotspot.